The 110th World Day of Migrants and Refugees will be celebrated on Sunday, September 29, 2024. This year’s theme is “God walks with his people”. Click to read the letter from Pope Francis.
With the assistance of the Holy Spirit seek to live "a life that becomes a song of love for God, for humanity, with and for creation, and that finds its fullness in holiness."
This year’s theme, “Hope and Act with Creation”, is inspired by the Letter of St. Paul to the Romans (Rom 8:19-25). The World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation is celebrated every Sept. 1st. Click for the message from Pope Francis.
“God calls us to touch the lives of our aging, lonely, ill, palliative and dying sisters and brothers with accompaniment, kindness and compassion as the hands and face of Christ. In these sessions, you learn basic tools necessary to accompany those who are in need of the healing ministry of Christ.”
– Most Reverend Gary Gordon, Bishop of Victoria
Applications are now being accepted for the George Martin Bursary of $1000.00. The George Martin Bursary is a legacy of the late George Martin of this parish. The deadline for submissions: July 25th, 2024 CLICK for application form and details
This year at VBS, your child is invited to Come to the Table! Your child will learn that everyone is welcome at God’s table and hear how Jesus spent a lot of time eating and talking with unexpected people. Click for letter and registration link!
Dear Children! Your first World Day, which will be held in Rome on 25-26 May this year, is fast approaching. That is why I thought of sending you a Message. I am happy that you will be able to read it and I thank all those responsible for passing it on to you. CLICK to read more.
The prayer Adsumus Sancte Spiritus has been historically used at Councils, Synods and other Church gatherings for hundreds of years. Attributed to Saint Isidore of Seville (c. 560 - 4 April 636), its name comes from the first words of the Latin original, and mean: “We stand before You, Holy Spirit,” As we are called to embrace this synodal path of journeying together, this prayer invites the Holy Spirit to operate within us so that we may be a community and a people of grace. For our gatherings, we will use a simplified version that any group can pray more easily:
During NF&L Week, May 13-19, families are invited to cultivate, deepen, and renew Christian hope by drawing on daily quote, family prayer, and activities. Click for this resource The CCCB website has many resources for the week, which you can find here, https://www.cccb.ca/
Available to high school grads who are members of the parishes of St Anns’ St. Edwards’, St. Louis de Montfort, (Lake Cowichan), St. Joseph's, (Chemainus), or Our Lady of Grace Parish, (Salt Spring Island). No other applications will be accepted, except for children/grandchildren of Duncan K of C members who may live in other parishes. Applicants will be asked how they are, or have been, involved in their parishes. (To be verified by the parish priest). Preference will be given to children and grandchildren of Duncan K. of C. members. You must show proof of registering for first year courses at a post secondary institution if you are selected. Application information, contact Gerry Hof, email to: [email protected], or call 250-715-8397 Deadline is May 15, 2024