Events Calendar

FIRST RECONCILIATION

All three schools St. Brigid, St. Patrick & St. Columba Thursday April 19, 2012 at 6:00 p.m. at St. Patrick's Church

FIRST HOLY COMMUNION

• St. Brigid School - Sunday April 29, 2010 at 2:00 p.m.
  
• St. Patrick School - Sunday May 6, 2012 at 2:00 p.m.
  
• St. Columba School - Sunday May 6, 2010 at 2:00 p.m.
  

CONFIRMATION

Tuesday April 24, 2012 at 7:00 p.m. officiated by Bishop Douglas Crosby, Bishop of Hamilton

 

We have a coffee hour on the last Sunday of the month, organized in the St. Patrick's school gym. This is intended to foster friendship, fellowship and deeper relations amoung parishioners and informally to exchange views on issues important to us as a worshipping and caring community. It usually begins after the 11:30 a.m. Mass and may extend till 2:00 p.m. in the afternoon.

The next Sunday coffee hour will be:

• February 26
• March 18
• April 29
• May 27
• June 24
• July 29
• August 26
• September 30
• October 28
• November 25
• December 30

 

Mondays at 7 p.m.
Held in St. Patrick's School gymnasium Monday evenings at 7pm. Please enter by the doors at the back parking lot next to the rectory.

Current series "The Gospel According to St. John"
by Dr. Scott Hahn.

Bible Study Schedule

No fee or registration required.

Note: There will be no study held on March 12 (March break).

On March 19 we will be starting a new DVD series "Matthew: The King and His Kingdom" presented by Jeff Cavins of EWTN.

 

STATIONS OF THE CROSS BOOKLETS

are available in the rectory for $5.00 only.

ST. VINCENT DE PAUL STORE

We need volunteers at the store 696 King St East, hours 10:00-1:00 or 1:00-4:00. We need people who are willing to work on cash or would like to learn. We would also welcome support staff. You can never be too old or too young, drop in and say hello. We are also looking for storage space around the store area. We need about 3,000 to 4,000 sq. ft. Please call Frances 905 547-3832, please leave a message if no answer.

PERSONS SEPARATED AND DIVORCED

Tuesday February 28, 7:00 p.m.
LEARNING TO COPE (Level I) is a ten week support program starting Tuesday, February 28th (7:00 pm to 9:30 pm) for persons experiencing the trauma of a separation or divorce. For more information, please contact the Family Ministry Office at (905) 528-7988, ext. 2249. Cost: $35. Past participants are welcome to inquire about other Levels programs available.

COME JOIN US TO FIND THE “KEYS TO LOVING RELATIONSHIPS”

Thursday March 1, 7:00 p.m.
“Keys” is a ten week video-based program meant for anyone (married or single) who is looking for a more meaningful relationship with a spouse, family member or friend. The program runs Thursday evenings from 7:00 P.M. to 9:00 P.M. starting March 1st, at the Chancery Office, 700 King St. W, Hamilton. The cost is $45.00. For more information, please call the Family Ministry Office at (905) 528-7988 ext. 2249.

THE SISTERS OF THE CARMEL OF SAINT JOSEPH

March 11 till March 19
The Sisters of the Carmel of Saint Joseph will pray for you during the Novena to Infant Jesus, March 11 to March 19, 2012. Are you troubled? Do you need spiritual support? You can participate in the Novena to Infant Jesus. Send your prayer intention slip with your name and address to: Carmel of Saint Joseph R.R. # 1, St. Agatha, ON N0B 2LO

COME AND SEE - CATECHESIS OF THE GOOD SHEPHERD

Saturday March 31, 2:30 p.m.
Catechesis of the Good Shepherd is a Montessori approach to forming young children in the faith. Come and see the “Atrium” space where together, the child & adult listen to God and nurture a joyful relationship with Him through scripture & working with “hands on” materials. Sit in on a class or join us for an Open House. Find the date and location most convenient to you. Call Anne Jamieson, Catechesis Office at the Diocese of Hamilton 905-528-7988, ext. 2251 for more details. St. Anthony of Padua, Hamilton on Saturday, March 31, from 2:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

DIOCESAN WEDDING ANNIVERSARY MASS

Sunday September 9, 2:00 p.m.
Are you celebrating your 25th, 40th, 50th, 60th, or 60+ Wedding Anniversary in the year 2012? If you are, you are cordially invited to join couples from across the Diocese of Hamilton for a Wedding Anniversary Mass on Sunday, September 9, 2012 at the Cathedral of Christ the King at 2:00 pm. (Space allows room for Anniversary couples only - those married 60 years or more may bring 1 guest). Please refer to the poster in the back of the church for information on how to register for the celebration.

THE HAMILTON-WENTWORTH CATHOLIC DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD

Will be accepting new registrations for Junior Kindergarten commencing the first week of February. Catholic Schools are ready to welcome your child to an academic, spiritual and social journey that will last a lifetime. An information package for Parents/Guardians is available upon request from your parish school.

ST. COLUMBA SCHOOL

St. Columba School is accepting registration for Junior Kindergarten and New Kindergarten students for the school year September 2012 – 2013. Registration will take place through the month of February. To register you are required to bring a Birth Certificate, Baptismal Certificate and an Emergency Number. If your child was born outside of Canada Immigration Papers are needed. Age requirements are: Jr. Kindergarten – Child should be 4 years old as of December 31, 2012 Kindergarten – Child should be 5 years old as of December 31, 2012 Please call St. Columba School to set up an appointment. (905) 544-9495.

FILIPINO MASS AT ST. LAWRENCE CHURCH

Join us in our Filipino Mass entirely in Tagalog at St. Lawrence Church, 475 Mary Street (Corner of Picton st.) Hamilton, every 1st and 3rd Sunday of the month at 5:00 p.m. There is 30 minutes ADORATION TO THE BLESSED SACRAMENT before every Mass. For all inquiries call Mercy (905) 526-8231 or Carolina Lewis at (905) 521-5649.

REPAIR WORK CONTINUES

The repair work to our Church continues and she needs your help. Giving is way down, but these repairs are necessary to ensure that the structure is sound. As stewards of the Church it is vital that she maintain a dynamic presence and remain a beacon of hope for the lost and suffering in our community. Please prayerfully consider increasing your weekly gifts and offerings to help continue this mission. Please also consider offering your time and talent serving others in one of the rewarding volunteer ministries going on at the Church.

Front Edifice Repair Photos