Saturday June 21th - 5:00 pm...Late John Gamberg
Sunday, June 22th - 11:00 a.m...For all our parishioners
Sunday, June 22th - 5:00 p.m...Late Donato Fabian
Monday, June 23th - 9:30 am...Late Minnie McInnis
Tuesday, June 24th - 9:30 am...Late Veronica ILoekwe
Wednesday, June 25th - 9:30 am...Late Deceased members of Kenny & Maher families
Thursday, June 26th - 9:30 am...Late Tom Lasaga
Friday, June 27th - 9:30 am...Late Michael King
Saturday June 28th - 5:00 pm...Late Late Cyril French
HOLY FATHERS’ INTENTIONS FOR THE MONTH OF JUNE:
That the world might grow in compassion - Let us pray that each one of us might find consolation in a personal relationship with Jesus, and from his Heart, learn to have compassion on the world.
CWL:
All card games for the month of June are cancelled.
CWL:
Thank you so much to all volunteers, book givers and people who gave donations. Its because of you that makes our book sale such a success. Watch for the next upcoming book sale. Again thank you. Well appreciated.
YOUTH GROUP:
Our next evening of faith, food and fun is Saturday, June 21st at 7:00 pm, held at All Hallows (please note the location for this month). Use the side entrance when you arrive. We look forward to seeing you there. Bring a friend! Peace in the Holy Land and the Middle East: During the month dediciated to the Sacred Heart of Jesus, the Church, in each of her members, is asked to pray for peace in the Holy Land and throughout
the Middle East as well as in other area of the world where there is armed conflict.
This can be done by:
- Including suitabnle intentions in one’s daily prayers.
- Daily recitation of the Sacred Heart prayer (below).
-Attending Eucharistic Adoration and Benediction.
- Prayers of the Faithful at weekday/Sunday Masses.
- Attending Mass on the Solemnity of the Sacred Heart (June 27th).
- Offering one’s fasting and abstinence as a lead up to the Feast of St. Peter and St.
Pauls (June 29th).
- Practicing the corporal works of mercy locally or contributing to a reliable charity that operates in the Holy Land and through the Middle East.
Sacred Heart Prayer:
O Sacred Heart of Jesus, filled with infinite love,broken by my ingratitude, pierced by my sins, yet loving me still; accept the consecration that I make to thee of all that I am and all that I have. Take every faculty of my soul and body and
draw me, day by day, nearer and nearer to Thy Sacred Heart, and there, as I can understand the
lesson, Thy blessed ways. Amen.
All Hallows Mass:
The final weekday Mass, at All Hallows, for this year, is on Wednesday, June 25th Friday morning Masses will discontinue at All Hallows until the beginning of September.
CEMETERY MASSES:
Mt. Patricia Cemetery will be on Wednesday July 23th at 7:00 pm. Townsite Cemetery mass will be Thursday July 24th at 7:00 pm. In the event of rain the masses will move to the Cathedral.
FEAST OF THE ASSUMPTION/PILGRIMAGE
TRANSPORTATION:
The parish is exploring the possibility of a chartered bus service for parishioners attending the Feast of the Assumption Mass and Pilgrimage at Our Lady of Mercy Church in Aguathuna, Port au Port West, on Friday, August 15. This annual mass takes place at the heritage church and complex, celebrating its 100th anniversary. The pilgrimage cross will be transported from the Cathedral providing parishioners with a pilgrimage site to visit. Reconciliation will be available before the mass. Those interested in shared fee bus service should contact the parish office at 709-634-5161 or info.hrp@nl.rogers.com by Friday, June 13th.
VOLUNTEER RESOURCES DEPARTMENT AT NL HEALTH SERVICES:
Is looking to recruit volunteers for a variety of different programs and sites. There are three facilities: Western Memorial Regional Hospital, Corner Brook Long Term Care and Western Long Term Care. The programs include Palliative Care Unit, Recreation, Friendly visiting, Cancer Treatment unit, Gift Shops, Greeters Desk, Spiritual Care, Music/Entertainment. If interested, call Angela Fisher 709-784-5369 or a ngela.fisher@nlhealthservices.ca
Jubilee Pilgrimage:
Proposed trip to Our Lady of Mercy in Port au Port on August 15, for the Feast of the Assumption Mass. The jubilee cross will be transported, with confessions offered before mass. A shared bus is being considered.
Cemetery Updates:
Cemetery masses scheduled for July 23 (Mount Patricia) and July 24 (Townsite) Precessions planned.
New policy enacted by Mount Patricia Cemetery regarding plastic flowers effective October 2026; only fresh flowers permitted. Policy details available online on the cemetery website - www.mountpatriciacemetery.com
NET Canada Ministry Event:
Plans for youth outreach event from October 17-20, 2025, in Coner Brook. Details still be finalized.
NEW OFFICE SUMMER HOURS:
The Parish Office hours for the months of July and August will be 9:00 am to 12:00 pm.
CHANGES DEALING WITH THE JUBILEE CROSS: After reviewing the placement and purpose of the Jubilee Cross, the Liturgy Committee decided to move the Jubilee Cross to it’s new location to provide a better opportunity for private prayer, reflection and adoration. The kneeler and jubilee prayer are provided for parishioners and pilgrims to spend a quiet moment before the cross during the rest of the year. For those who feel so inclined, it is appropriate to bow before the cross.
MARY’S KITCHEN:
Please note that for July and August, barbeques will be held each Friday and the kitchen hours will change to 12:00-1:30 pm.
FAMILY CATECHETICS:
Sessions for the 2024-2025 year have concluded. Schedules for the upcoming year will be posted
later this summer, as we prepare to start back up in the first week of September. If you have any scheduing concerns or special requests, please reach out in advance. Great work this year, everyone!
Family Catechetics is an ongoing Faith formation program for families helping form students into prayerful, committed Christians who give witness to the Faith through active participation in the life and the mission of the Church. With their families, students learn about many areas of their Faith and are prepared to receive the Sacraments of Reconciliation and Eucharist. Our program runs from Kindergarten to year 6 in addition to the two years of preparation to receive the Sacrament of
Confirmation. Please contact a ngiedolomount@gmail.com or 709-631-4543 with any question.
BAPTISM PREPARATION:
Will be held on Monday, June 23rd at 6:30 pm in the main level of the Cathedral. If you wish to register your child for Baptism, Call the office at 709-634-5161.
YOUTH GROUP FUNRAISER:
Please consider dropping off your recyclables at Scotica Recycling under account #7093305347 to support our youth. Please e-mail cbcatholicyouth@gmail.com if you have any questions.