Words from Father

  • Feast of the Baptism of the Lord – January 9, 2022

    Dear Parishioners,  Praised be Jesus Christ! A few days ago, I was tested for the coronavirus and received a positive result. As of that day, I have been isolating myself and now, following the guidelines of the Diocese of Hamilton, would like to inform you that the church will be closed effective today until next Saturday’s Vigil Mass at 5 p.m. I also want to let you know that I am doing well and am recuperating and hopefully will resume my Pastoral duties, at that time. In the meantime, I encourage you to take advantage of other parishes for Mass on Sunday and during the week or those Masses that…

  • Sunday December 26th-Feast of the Holy Family

    Praised be Jesus Christ! I would like to invite you to join me for Mass on Sundays, weekdays and as we celebrate the Christmas Season. For the detailed Mass schedule and announcements, please read the bulletin.  Parish News Confirmation and First Reconciliation & Holy Communion – Parents and candidates, see today’s bulletin as a reminder of upcoming important dates. Please note the changes in dates. Christmas Masses – Important Information – The registration for the Christmas Masses has closed. In order to prepare well for the Masses of Christmas, the Rosary will be prayed at 4:15 p.m. on Christmas Eve, followed by Christmas Carols and again on Christmas Day at 9:15 a.m. We hope you…

  • 2021 Christmas Message

    Merry Christmas & Happy New Year 2022 Dear Parishioners & Visitors,   May this Christmas be more than just a season; may it become a way of life for us. May the little Child whom we contemplate in the manger, watch over all the children of our parish and the entire world, as well as vulnerable and discarded persons. May all of us receive peace and consolation from the birth of the Saviour, and in the knowledge that we are loved by the one heavenly Father! May Jesus be really re-born in each one of us this Christmas. Merry Christmas!  With prayers, Fr. Marian Gil OMI

  • 3rd Sunday of Advent-Sunday December 12, 2021

    Dear Parishioners,  Praised be Jesus Christ! I would like to invite you to join me for Mass on Sundays and weekdays. This is an excellent opportunity for all of us to prepare ourselves spiritually for Christmas. For the detailed Mass schedule and announcements, please read the bulletin.  Parish News Confirmation – Presentation of “Actions Speaker Louder Than Words” projects, this Sunday at the 10 a.m. Mass. Confirmation and First Reconciliation & Holy Communion – Parents and candidates, see today’s bulletin as a reminder of upcoming important dates. Bambinelli Sunday – This Sunday, December 12, 2021 – Don’t forget to bring your baby Jesus figurines to be blessed to Mass on Sunday. See the…

  • First Sunday of Advent-Sunday November 28, 2021

    Dear Parishioners,  Praised be Jesus Christ! As we begin the Season of Advent, I would like to invite you to join me for Mass on Sundays and weekdays. This is an excellent opportunity for all of us to prepare ourselves spiritually for Christmas. For the detailed Mass schedule and announcements, please read the bulletin.  Parish News Catholic Gifts – This Sunday – November 28th, 2021 after the 10 a.m. Mass. Be sure to visit the Parish Hall. For more details see the bulletin. 2021-2022 Sunday Missals – Missals are still available at the Parish Office or at the back of the church. CWL Silent Auction – Please see the attachment with today’s bulletin…

  • Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe – November 21, 2021

    Dear Parishioners,  Praised be Jesus Christ, King of the Universe! I would like to invite you to join me for Mass on Sundays and weekdays. For the detailed Mass schedule and announcements, please read the bulletin.  Parish News World Youth Day – This Sunday, November 21, 2021 is the Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe and World Youth Day. I would encourage our young people to join our diocesan celebration. See the bulletin for more details. Catholic Gifts – November 28th, 2021 after the 10 a.m. Mass. Be sure to visit the Parish Hall. For more details see the bulletin. 2021-2022 Sunday Missals – Please see the bulletin for…

  • 33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time-Sunday November 14, 2021

    Dear Parishioners,  Praised be Jesus Christ! I would like to invite you to join me for Mass on Sundays and weekdays. For the detailed Mass schedule and announcements, please read the bulletin.  Parish News World Youth Day – Next Sunday, November 21, 2021 is the Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe and World Youth Day. See the bulletin for more information. Catholic Gifts – November 28th, 2021 after the 10 a.m. Mass. Be sure to visit the Parish Hall. For more details see the bulletin. 2021-2022 Sunday Missals and Diocese of Hamilton Seminarian Prayer Cards – Please see the bulletin for more details. One Heart One Soul Campaign – See…

  • 31st Sunday in Ordinary Time-Sunday October 31, 2021

    Dear Parishioners,  Praised be Jesus Christ! I would like to invite you to join me for Mass on Sundays and weekdays and in a special way to Mass in these days leading up to All Souls’ Day and All Saints’ Day. For the detailed Mass schedule and announcements, please read the bulletin.  Parish News All Saints’ Day and All Souls’ Day – See Mass times and further information in the bulletin. First Friday/Healing Mass – Please join us on Friday, November 5, 2021 for Adoration of the Most Blessed Sacrament at 6:00 p.m. followed by Mass at 7:00 p.m. Confession will be available.   CWL Silent Auction – Please see the bulletin for more details.…

  • Thirtieth Sunday in Ordinary Time – October 24, 2021

    Dear Parishioners,  Praised be Jesus Christ! As the churches are now open, I would like you to join me for Mass on Sundays and weekdays. For the detailed Mass schedule and announcements, please read the bulletin.  Parish News Day of Prayer – Saturday, October 16, 2021 was a great success! Please see the bulletin for more details. World Mission Sunday – The special collection for World Mission Sunday takes place this weekend. Additional envelopes are at the back of the church. Mask Exemptions – Those who are exempted (see policy on our website) from wearing a mask, please sit in the first pew on the left, facing the altar. Reception of Communion on…

  • Twenty-ninth Sunday in Ordinary Time – October 17, 2021

    Dear Parishioners,  Praised be Jesus Christ! As the churches are now open, I would like you to join me for Mass on Sundays and weekdays. For the detailed Mass schedule and announcements, please read the bulletin.  Parish News St. Teresa of Avila – Parish Feast Day – Our parish celebration will take place on Sunday at the 10:00 a.m. Mass, followed by coffee and donuts. If you haven’t registered, please click on the following link or call the parish office: http://stteresakit.ca/?page_id=2309 Day of Prayer – Tomorrow, Saturday, October 16, 2021– Please see the bulletin and attachment for more information. The Day of Prayer will also be live-streamed on Zoom. Please join us in person…