Friday, September 22, 2023

SOUL HEALTH CXLIX

 

SOUL HEALTH CXLIX
 


We wish to thank Bishop Alain Faubert for celebrating Mass last Saturday and for joining us at the Parishioners' Meeting with Father Raymond Lafontaine and Father Mike Leclerc. 

Thank you to everyone who attended last Saturday's meeting after the 4:30pm Mass.  The parishioners' vote will be on October 14th 2023 after Mass.  Further details on the vote will be provided in next week's bulletins.  
 



Mass Schedule & Intentions

25th Sunday of Ordinary Time
Saturday, September 23rd 2023
Deceased members of The McGlynn & McIver Family by The Family

A warm welcome and many thanks to Father Raymond Lafontaine who will celebrate our Mass this weekend!


Sanctuary Lamp
Our Sanctuary Lamp this week is burning for 
William Gerald Gummersell by his daughter Allanna 


Catholic Action Montreal:  Late Sunday Mass
As we head into the Autumn months, Catholic Action Montreal's Late Sunday Mass continues every Sunday evening at St Willibrord's, 8:00pm.
 



St Vincent de Paul Society:  Autumn Food Drive 
September 30th, October 7th, and October 14th 
In anticipation of a greater need in the community this coming holiday season, the St Vincent de Paul Society is running an Autumn Food Drive to begin early preparations for their annual Christmas Baskets.

Starting next Saturday, you can drop off donations of canned goods and other non-perishable items in the boxes at the back of the church.  Monetary donations can be placed in the St Vincent de Paul boxes on the walls by the main entrance, and are eligible to be included in your income tax receipts for this year (contact the Office for more details).

You can also swing by the Office with any donations during regular office hours.

Your support is greatly appreciated!

 


Financial Snapshot - August 2023
Receipts:  $4618.30
Disbursements:  $6349.23
Deficit for August 2023:  $1730.93


Upcoming Special Collections
Saturday, September 30th:  October Maintenance Collection 

Office Hours
The Office will be closed on Monday, October 9th 2023 for Thanksgiving.

Regular Office Hours are Monday-Tuesday and Thursday-Friday, 9:00am-3:30pm (closed on Wednesday). 


Requiescat In Pace
The funeral for Mrs Ann Law will be held on Monday, September 25th 2023 -- visitation at 10:00am, funeral at 11:00am.

Sanctuary Lamp
Every week, the candle above the tabernacle is lit, and can be lit in memory of a loved one or for special intentions for a suggested offering of $20.  For more information and to book a specific week please contact the office.

Magnificat
Subscribers can pick up their copies of the October Magnificat at the back of the church.  Extra copies are also available for $5.

Pyxes for Home Communion
If you have borrowed a pyx and are no longer in need, please bring it back to the Sacristy or drop it off at the Office during the week.
 



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Friday, September 15, 2023

SOUL HEALTH CXLVIII

 

SOUL HEALTH CXLVIII
 


Looking forward to seeing you tomorrow!
Parishioners' Meeting with Bishop Alain Faubert, Auxiliary Bishop, & Father Raymond Lafontaine, Episcopal Vicar
Saturday, September 16th 2023 after the 4:30pm Mass 
 



Mass Schedule & Intentions

24th Sunday of Ordinary Time
Saturday, September 16th 2023

Anniversary of Gilles Valiquette by Christine

Sanctuary Lamp
Our Sanctuary Lamp this week is burning for 
Father Robert Assaly by the Parish

Catholic Action Montreal:  Late Sunday Mass
As we head into the Autumn months, Catholic Action Montreal's Late Sunday Mass continues every Sunday evening at St Willibrord's, 8:00pm.
 


Sanctuary Lamp
Every week, the candle above the tabernacle is lit, and can be lit in memory of a loved one or for special intentions for a suggested offering of $20.  For more information and to book a specific week please contact the office.


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Saturday, September 9, 2023

SOUL HEALTH CXLVII

SOUL HEALTH CXLVII
 



Save the Date!
Parishioners' Meeting with Bishop Alain Faubert

Saturday, September 16th 2023 after the 4:30pm Mass 

Bishop Alain Faubert will celebrate Mass on September 16th for us.  Following the Mass, all parishioners are invited to come down to the Hall for the Parishioners' Meeting to address questions about the future of the parish.  Please make your very best efforts to attend!


All parishioners are welcome to email the Parish Office or call 514-768-4741 in advance with questions.  While we will not be answering questions individually before the Parishioners' Meeting, knowing your biggest questions and deepest concerns will greatly assist the preparations for this meeting and for open, honest discussions. 
 



Mass Schedule & Intentions

23rd Sunday of Ordinary Time
Saturday, September 9th 2023
Anniversary of Kenneth Cameron by Bill & Denise

A warm welcome and many thanks to Father Mike Leclerc
for celebrating Mass this weekend!


Sanctuary Lamp
Eileen Ford by Trish

Catholic Action Montreal:  Late Sunday Mass
As we head into the Autumn months, Catholic Action Montreal's Late Sunday Mass continues every Sunday evening at St Willibrord's, 8:00pm.
 


Can you help with Autumn Events?
Do you, or someone you know, have a Class 5 drivers license with a 4B qualification for driving a minibus?  Shuttle bus options can help guests and parishioners from both St Thomas More and St Willibrord's to attend joint parish events such as Alpha and Reconciliation Nights.  Please email or call St Willibrord's Office for more information (, 514-769–9678).  


Sanctuary Lamp
Every week, the candle above the tabernacle is lit, and can be lit in memory of a loved one or for special intentions for a suggested offering of $20.  For more information and to book a specific week please contact the office.


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Friday, September 1, 2023

SOUL HEALTH CXLVI

 

SOUL HEALTH CXLVI
 


Mass Schedule & Intentions

22nd Sunday of Ordinary Time
Saturday, September 2nd 2023
In Honor of The Most Holy Trinity, the Most Sacred heart of Jesus & the Immaculate Heart of Mary, and St. Joseph by Isabel & Domie Rosal

A warm welcome and many thanks to Father Lou Cerulli 
for celebrating Mass this weekend!


Sanctuary Lamp
Mr. & Mrs. Patrick McIver by Their Children

Catholic Action Montreal:  Late Sunday Mass
As we head into the Autumn months, Catholic Action Montreal's Late Sunday Mass continues every Sunday evening at St Willibrord's, 8:00pm.
 



Save the Date!
Parishioners' Meeting with Bishop Alain Faubert

Saturday, September 16th 2023 after the 4:30pm Mass 

Bishop Alain Faubert will celebrate Mass on September 16th for us, after which we will gather downstairs for the Parishioners' Meeting.

This an opportunity for parishioners to come together as a community to address questions about the parish -- more details will be provided in next week's Soul Health. 

 


Can you help with Autumn Events?
Do you, or someone you know, have a Class 5 drivers license with a 4B qualification for driving a minibus?  Shuttle bus options can help guests and parishioners from both St Thomas More and St Willibrord's to attend joint parish events such as Alpha and Reconciliation Nights.  Please email or call St Willibrord's Office for more information (, 514-769–9678).  

Office Hours - September

The Office will be closed on Monday, September 4th.

Regular Office Hours:  Monday-Tuesday and Thursday-Friday, 9:00am to 3:30pm (closed Wednesday).  

Summer Maintenance Collections
Saturday, September 2nd
We thank you in advance for your continuous support to the Parish!

Magnificat
The latest issue of Magnificat is ready for subscribers to pick up! 

Two extra copies of the September Magnificat are also available on the shelves at the back of the church.  The cost is $5 per copy. 

Sanctuary Lamp
Every week, the candle above the tabernacle is lit, and can be lit in memory of a loved one or for special intentions for a suggested offering of $20.  For more information and to book a specific week please contact the office.


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Friday, August 25, 2023

SOUL HEALTH CXLV

 

SOUL HEALTH CXLV
 


Mass Schedule & Intentions

21st Sunday of Ordinary Time
Saturday, August 26th 2023
Billy & Peggy Rowe and Elaine Rowe Burles
by The Rowe Family 


Sanctuary Lamp
This week the Sanctuary Lamp is lit for
Celia Hanley by Trish

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Catholic Action Montreal:  Late Sunday Mass
Don't worry about missing Mass if your plans take you away on sunny summer Saturdays!  Catholic Action Montreal's Late Sunday Mass is happy to welcome you every Sunday evening at St Willibrord's, 8:00pm.



See you later, Fr Francis!
 Sunday, August 27th 2023 

Over the last few months we’ve been so blessed to have Fr Francis McKee in Verdun.  In thanks for his service and to say goodbye-for-now, a potluck luncheon to thank him will be hosted at St Willibrord's on Sunday, August 27th after the 10:30am Mass in the Bistro (ground level and wheelchair/walker accessible). 

St Willibrord's will provide cake and coffee.  Parishioners from both St Thomas More and St Will's are welcome to bring dishes to share!  

 


Can you help with Autumn Events?
Do you, or someone you know, have a Class 5 drivers license with a 4B qualification for driving a minibus?  Shuttle bus options can help guests and parishioners from both St Thomas More and St Willibrord's to attend joint parish events such as Alpha and Reconciliation Nights.  Please email or call St Willibrord's Office for more information (, 514-769–9678).  

Office Hours - August 
Regular Office Hours:  Monday-Tuesday and Thursday-Friday, 9:00am to 3:30pm (closed Wednesday).  The Office will be closed on Friday, August 25th and Monday, August 28th.

Summer Maintenance Collections
Saturday, September 2nd
We thank you in advance for your continuous support to the Parish!


Sanctuary Lamp
Every week, the candle above the tabernacle is lit, and can be lit in memory of a loved one or for special intentions for a suggested offering of $20.  For more information and to book a specific week please contact the office.


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Saturday, August 19, 2023

SOUL HEALTH CXLIV

 

SOUL HEALTH CXLIV
 


Mass Schedule & Intentions

20th Sunday of Ordinary Time
Saturday, August 19th 2023
Deceased Members of the McGlynn Family by The Family 


Sanctuary Lamp
This week the Sanctuary Lamp is lit for:
Alexis Lanteigne by Geraldine & Family


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Catholic Action Montreal:  Late Sunday Mass
Don't worry about missing Mass if your plans take you away on sunny summer Saturdays!  Catholic Action Montreal's Late Sunday Mass is happy to welcome you every Sunday evening at St Willibrord's, 8:00pm.



Save the Date!  Sunday, August 27th 2023 
Father Francis McKee will be with us until the end of August.  As he has been a regular celebrant for the English Roman Catholic Parishes of Verdun since March, a potluck luncheon to thank him will be hosted at St Willibrord's on Sunday, August 27th after the 10:30am Mass in the Bistro (ground level and wheelchair/walker accessible). 

St Willibrord's will provide cake and coffee.  Parishioners from both St Thomas More and St Will's are welcome to bring dishes to share!  

 


Can you help with Autumn Events?
Do you, or someone you know, have a Class 5 drivers license with a 4B qualification for driving a minibus?  Shuttle bus options can help guests and parishioners from both St Thomas More and St Willibrord's to attend joint parish events such as Alpha and Reconciliation Nights.  Please email or call St Willibrord's Office for more information (, 514-769–9678).  

Office Hours - August 
Regular Office Hours:  Monday-Tuesday and Thursday-Friday, 9:00am to 3:30pm (closed Wednesday).  The Office will be closed on Friday, August 25th and Monday, August 28th.

Summer Maintenance Collections
Saturday, September 2nd
We thank you in advance for your continuous support to the Parish!


Sanctuary Lamp
Every week, the candle above the tabernacle is lit, and can be lit in memory of a loved one or for special intentions for a suggested offering of $20.  For more information and to book a specific week please contact the office.


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Friday, August 11, 2023

SOUL HEALTH CXLIII

 

SOUL HEALTH CXLIII
 


Mass Schedule & Intentions

19th Sunday of Ordinary Time
Saturday, August 12th 2023
Eileen Ford by Wally & Rose Gregory


Sanctuary Lamp
This week the Sanctuary Lamp is lit for:
Mary Kinsella by Maria Olaguera


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Catholic Action Montreal:  Late Sunday Mass
Don't worry about missing Mass if your plans take you away on sunny summer Saturdays!  Catholic Action Montreal's Late Sunday Mass is happy to welcome you every Sunday evening at St Willibrord's, 8:00pm.


Save the Date!  Sunday, August 27th 2023 
Father Francis McKee will be with us until the end of August.  As he has been a regular celebrant for the English Roman Catholic Parishes of Verdun since March, a potluck luncheon to thank him will be hosted at St Willibrord's on Sunday, August 27th after the 10:30am Mass in the Bistro (ground level and wheelchair/walker accessible). 

St Willibrord's will provide cake and coffee.  Parishioners from both St Thomas More and St Will's are welcome to bring dishes to share!  

 


 

Office Hours - August 
Regular Office Hours:  Monday-Tuesday and Thursday-Friday, 9:00am to 3:30pm (closed Wednesday).

The Office will be closed on Friday, August 25th and Monday, August 28th.


Summer Maintenance Collections
Saturday, August 5th and Saturday, September 2nd
We thank you in advance for your continuous support to the Parish!


Sanctuary Lamp
Every week, the candle above the tabernacle is lit, and can be lit in memory of a loved one or for special intentions for a suggested offering of $20.  For more information and to book a specific week please contact the office.


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Friday, August 4, 2023

SOUL HEALTH CXLII

SOUL HEALTH CXLII
 


Mass Schedule & Intentions

The Transfiguration of the Lord
Saturday, August 5th 2023
Joan Goldsbrough by Huguette Thompson

A warm welcome and many thanks to 
Father Raymond Lafontaine, EV, 
for celebrating Mass this weekend!


Sanctuary Lamp
This week the Sanctuary Lamp is lit for:
Eileen Ford by St. Vincent de Paul Society



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Catholic Action Montreal:  Late Sunday Mass
Don't worry about missing Mass if your plans take you away on sunny summer Saturdays!  Catholic Action Montreal's Late Sunday Mass is happy to welcome you every Sunday evening at St Willibrord's, 8:00pm.


Save the Date!  Sunday, August 27th 2023 
Father Francis McKee will be with us until the end of August.  As he has been a regular celebrant for the English Roman Catholic Parishes of Verdun since March, a potluck luncheon to thank him will be hosted at St Willibrord's on Sunday, August 27th after the 10:30am Mass in the Bistro (ground level and wheelchair/walker accessible). 

St Willibrord's will provide cake and coffee.  Parishioners from both St Thomas More and St Will's are welcome to bring dishes to share!  

 


 

Office Hours - August 
Regular Office Hours:  Monday-Tuesday and Thursday-Friday, 9:00am to 3:30pm (closed Wednesday).

The Office will be closed on Friday, August 25th and Monday, August 28th.


Summer Maintenance Collections
Saturday, August 5th and Saturday, September 2nd
We thank you in advance for your continuous support to the Parish!


Sanctuary Lamp
Every week, the candle above the tabernacle is lit, and can be lit in memory of a loved one or for special intentions for a suggested offering of $20.  For more information and to book a specific week please contact the office.


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Saturday, July 29, 2023

SOUL HEALTH CXLI

SOUL HEALTH CXLI
 


Mass Schedule & Intentions
17th Sunday of Ordinary Time
Saturday, July 29th 2023:  4:30pm - Joan & John Purcell by Their Estate


Sanctuary Lamp
This week the Sanctuary Lamp is lit for
William & Lillian Fitzgerald by Darlene & Barry Fitzgerald


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Catholic Action Montreal:  Late Sunday Mass
Don't worry about missing Mass if your plans take you away on sunny summer Saturdays!  Catholic Action Montreal's Late Sunday Mass is happy to welcome you every Sunday evening at St Willibrord's, 8:00pm.
 


Summer Maintenance Collections
Saturday, August 5th
Saturday, September 2nd
We thank you in advance for your continuous support to the Parish!


Sanctuary Lamp
Every week, the candle above the tabernacle is lit, and can be lit in memory of a loved one or for special intentions for a suggested offering of $20.00.  For more information and to book a specific week please contact the office.


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Saturday, July 22, 2023

SOUL HEALTH CXL

 

SOUL HEALTH CXL
 


Mass Schedule & Intentions
16th Sunday of Ordinary Time
July 22nd, 4:30pm:  Anniversary of Elizabeth Poirier by Bill & Denise

We wish to thank Father Raymond Lafontaine, EV,
for joining us and celebrating Mass this weekend!


Sanctuary Lamp
This week the Sanctuary Lamp is lit for
Teresa McGoldrick by Her Family


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Catholic Action Montreal:  Late Sunday Mass
Don't worry about missing Mass if your plans take you away on sunny summer Saturdays!  Catholic Action Montreal's Late Sunday Mass is happy to welcome you every Sunday evening at St Willibrord's, 8:00pm.

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Update on Deacon Bernie
Deacon Bernie's recuperation continues at home and he is, as ever, appreciative of all your prayers and support.  
 


Summer Maintenance Collections
Saturday, August 5th
Saturday, September 2nd
We thank you in advance for your continuous support to the Parish!


Sanctuary Lamp
Every week, the candle above the tabernacle is lit, and can be lit in memory of a loved one or for special intentions for a suggested offering of $20.00.  For more information and to book a specific week please contact the office.


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Friday, July 14, 2023

SOUL HEALTH CXXXIX

 

SOUL HEALTH CXXXIX
 


Mass Schedule & Intentions
15th Sunday of Ordinary Time
July 15th, 4:30pm:  Alexis Lanteigne by Kathie & Tony Farnogli 

We wish to thank Father Francis McKee
for joining us and celebrating Mass this weekend!


Sanctuary Lamp
This week the Sanctuary Lamp is lit for
Rosemary Gregory Nuss by Wally & Rose Gregory


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Catholic Action Montreal:  Late Sunday Mass
Don't worry about missing Mass if your plans take you away on sunny summer Saturdays!  Catholic Action Montreal's Late Sunday Mass is happy to welcome you every Sunday evening at St Willibrord's, 8:00pm.
 


Summer Maintenance Collections
Saturday, August 5th
Saturday, September 2nd
We thank you in advance for your continuous support to the Parish!


Sanctuary Lamp
Every week, the candle above the tabernacle is lit, and can be lit in memory of a loved one or for special intentions for a suggested offering of $20.00.  For more information and to book a specific week please contact the office.


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Friday, July 7, 2023

SOUL HEALTH CXXXVIII

SOUL HEALTH CXXXVIII
 


Mass Schedule & Intentions
14th Sunday in Ordinary Time
July 8th, 4:30pm:  Sister Jacqueline LaFlamme by Lucille Berube

We wish to thank Father Francis McKee
for joining us and celebrating Mass this weekend!


Sanctuary Lamp
This week the Sanctuary Lamp is lit for
Bill & Peggy Rowe and Elaine Rowe Burles by Their Family


***

Catholic Action Montreal:  Late Sunday Mass
Don't worry about missing Mass if your plans take you away on sunny summer Saturdays!  Catholic Action Montreal's Late Sunday Mass is happy to welcome you every Sunday evening at St Willibrord's, 8:00pm.

***

Update on Deacon Bernie 
Deacon Bernie was released from hospital earlier this week and remains at home for his recuperation.  Please keep him in your prayers!


Summer Maintenance Collections
Saturday, August 5th
Saturday, September 2nd
We thank you in advance for your continuous support to the Parish!


Parish Bulletin
For the summer, we're taking a break from distributing hard copies of the bulletin at church!  Soul Health will be our primary way of keeping everyone up to date until September. If you know anyone who hasn't yet signed up for Soul Health, let them know they can contact the office (sttm1944@gmail.com or 514-768-4741) to sign up!

Sanctuary Lamp
Every week, the candle above the tabernacle is lit, and can be lit in memory of a loved one or for special intentions for a suggested offering of $20.00.  For more information and to book a specific week please contact the office.


What's up in the Archdiocese?

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The latest edition of The Grapevine also highlights several events happening in June, hosted by parishes around the Archdiocese.

 

Friday, June 30, 2023

SOUL HEALTH CXXXVII

 

SOUL HEALTH CXXXVII
 


Mass Schedule & Intentions
13th Sunday of Ordinary Time
July 1st, 4:30pm - Gaetan Berube by His Wife, Lucille

A warm welcome and many thanks to Father Mike Leclerc
for celebrating Mass this weekend!


Sanctuary Lamp
This week the Sanctuary Lamp is lit for
Alexis Lanteigne by Kathie & Tony Farnogli 


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Catholic Action Montreal:  Late Sunday Mass
Don't worry about missing Mass if your plans take you away on sunny summer Saturdays!  Catholic Action Montreal's Late Sunday Mass is happy to welcome you every Sunday evening at St Willibrord's, 8:00pm.

***

Update on Deacon Bernie 
Deacon Bernie remains in hospital but is improving and hopes to be home soon.
Please keep him in your prayers!


Summer Maintenance Collections
Saturday, July 1st
Saturday, August 5th
Saturday, September 2nd
We thank you in advance for your continuous support to the Parish!


Canada Day Long Weekend
The Office will be closed on Monday, July 3rd.  We hope you all enjoy the second long weekend of the summer!

Parish Bulletin
For the summer, we're taking a break from distributing hard copies of the bulletin at church!  Soul Health will be our primary way of keeping everyone up to date until September. If you know anyone who hasn't yet signed up for Soul Health, let them know they can contact the office (sttm1944@gmail.com or 514-768-4741) to sign up!

Sanctuary Lamp
Every week, the candle above the tabernacle is lit, and can be lit in memory of a loved one or for special intentions for a suggested offering of $20.00.  For more information and to book a specific week please contact the office.


What's up in the Archdiocese?

Sign up for the Newsletter of the Catholic Church of Montreal for all the latest news from the Archdiocese!

The latest edition of The Grapevine also highlights several events happening in June, hosted by parishes around the Archdiocese.