Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is close at hand

A Saviour is coming who will bring justice and peace to the faithful. God is calling out to us - through his prophets and Apostles, through his holy Word, through his Son whom he sent to dwell among us - that he has come to save us. His kingdom is one of justice and peace. Will we listen to these holy voices crying out to us in the desert of worldly divisions and distractions?

Mass Schedule December 9th - December 15th

Monday - No Mass

Tuesday - 10:00 am Mass at Yucalta for +Anne Barton offered by Pauline Mott

Wednesday - 9:00 am Mass for all Parishioners

Thursday - 9:00 am Mass for +George Paul

Friday - 9:00 am Mass for +Ray and Louise Holahan offered by Anna Wakita

Saturday - 5:00 pm Mass for +Steve Kurila offered by the Meszaros Family

Sunday - 9:00 am Mass for all Parishioners

11:00 am Mass for +Mary Murphy offered by Mary Lou Matthews and Ron & Jen Pepper-

Advent Retreat

Prepare Ye the Way of the Lord

Fr. Krystian will be hosting our Advent Retreat

Saturday Dec. 14 - 5 PM Mass
Sunday Dec. 15 - 9 AM and 11 AM Masses
Mon. Dec. 16 - Mass at 9 AM with homily,
7 PM - Penitential Service
Tues. Dec. 17- Mass at 9 AM with homily
7 PM Retreat Talk
Wed. Dec. 18 - 9 AM Mass with homily
7 PM final night
All Parishioners are invited to join us!

As we enter the second week of Advent, our thoughts should be turning more and more to the coming of Christ at Christmas. As we move on to the second candle, which represents ‘love’ on our Advent wreaths, our sense of expectation increases, as does our recognition of the fact that we are not prepared, not only for the first coming of Christ that we will celebrate in a few weeks but for His second coming at the end of time. As we light out Advent wreaths and engage in our Advent devotions we refocus our minds and hearts on the Saviour of the world.

2019 - 2020 Lector & Eucharistic Ministries may be viewed and downloaded by clicking on the Ministries button at the top of this page and choosing the desired ministry.

Prayer Shawl Ministry - At the recent CWL Gingerbread Market, there were some examples of prayer shawls knitted by members of our Prayer Shawl Ministry. To see the picture and to learn more about the ministry and how to join, please click HERE

World Day of the Poor Pope Francis asked what are we doing for the poor? Some of our parish family provide weekly dinners to those in need at Radiant Life Outreach. What can we do as individuals to answer the Pope’s call? Perhaps cook…serve…clean up…donate food, paper plates, paper cups… Also needed are heavyweight men’s socks, warm blankets and tarps. For more information please call Emily at 250-287-3003 or email emhepburn@gmail.com

St. Patrick’s Christmas Craft Fair Saturday December 14th. Come out and support the Building Fund and Youth Ministry. For more information or to rent a table please call the parish office at 250-287-3498 or email stpatricks-cr@shaw.ca

The Knights of Columbus Christmas Hamper Drive continues MONDAY TO FRIDAY Dec. 2 thru Dec. 21st, 10:AM to 5:00 PM. The office to accept donations is in the Tyee Plaza in the store formerly occupied by True Blue Pet Supplies. The phone number is 250-914-3716.

New Year’s Eve Dinner and Dance this Dec. 31st. St.Patrick’s Parish will be celebrating the New Year on Tuesday Dec. 31st. Mass at 5 PM followed by Dinner and Dance. Tickets are available at the parish office and cost $50.00 per person. Contact Rick 250-286-0187 further info.

ADORATION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT: Takes place every Wednesday following 9:00 am Mass until 10:00 pm. Why not come out and spend a quiet hour with the Lord? Devotional reading material is provided for your use at the back of the Church.