In view of the current COVID-19 pandemic, each week Father Jan, Father Krystian and Father Konrad are recording Celebrations of the Eucharist. To view the videos, please click HERE.

“Now is the time to listen, now is the time to act, for the kingdom of God is at hand.”

Stay awake, for the Day of the Lord is at Hand.

New Directives re Covid 19 - Due to the new provincial health order and with the direction of the Diocese of Victoria, ALL inchurch services are cancelled until December 7th at the earliest.
The church will be open Wednesday for personal worship. Masks must be worn at all times inside the church. Maximum attendance is 10 souls. Please sign the contact attendance list in the foyer. COVID-19 protocols are to be observed.
Updates will be forthcoming as new information is provided by the Provincial Health Authority. Please check the provincial website for more information. The parish office will remain open. Masks must be worn and one person at a time is recommended.

Mass Schedule - Dec 7th - Dec 13th

Monday - No Mass

Tuesday - Mass for Int. Fr. David Hughes - 40th Anniversary to the Priesthood offered by Maureen

Wednesday - Mass for +Jim Mullen offered by Andrew, Sophie and Family

Thursday - Mass for Int. Padraig McGovern and Family offered by Maureen Wiens

Friday - Mass for +Arthur Ferreira offered by Maria Ferreira and Virginio Ferreira

Saturday - Mass for +George Paul offered by Naveya, Manesh, Jewel Tom

Sunday - Mass for Living & Deceased Members of the Lenz Family offered by the Lenz Family

Mass for Mass for All Parishioners

Advent Penitential Service We are planning three penitential services as we enter the Season of Advent.

Monday Dec. 7 at 7 PM (for the 33 Days to Consecration Group)
Monday Dec. 14 at 7 PM and
Monday Dec. 21 at 7 PM

This will be dependent upon restrictions from the Provincial Health Officer and the Diocese of Victoria.

Construction Corner - We are very grateful for your prayers and donations as we continue to work on the church extension and columbarium projects. From now until the end of 2020 all donations will be exempt from the Diocesan levy so every dollar will go towards the projects should you wish to help. Thank you.

Knights of Columbus Christmas Hamper Fund - The 47th Christmas Hamper drive is underway. The office to receive donations of money, new toys, gifts for seniors and non-perishable food items is situated in the Tyee Plaza in the former True Blue Pet store. The address is 1135 Shoppers Row.

The office is open Monday to Saturday from 10am until 4pm in November and from 10am until 5pm in December.

Because of the current pandemic there is the option to donate to the Hamper Fund online.To get more information, please click HERE.

Schedule of Christmas Masses - Christmas Eve - 2:00 pm, 4:00 pm, 6:00 pm, 8:00 pm, 10:00 pm, Midnight Mass

Christmas Day - 10:00 am, 12:00 pm Please reserve your spot for one of the above Masses by contacting the church office.

Annual Bishop’s Appeal This week we kick off the Bishop’s Appeal along with other parishes and missions throughout our Diocese. The 2020 Appeal , Horizon of Hope, encourages us to look for hope in our current global circumstances, and through your generosity we can ensure that all parishes in our Diocese are able to provide and nourish every soul with the life giving word of God.

Please consider pledging to this worthwhile endeavour. Our goal for St. Patrick’s Parish is $44,000.

https://www.rcdvictoria.org/horizonofhope2020

Knights of Columbus Nineteenth Annual Charity Appeal - An annual charity appeal of the Knights BC Charity Foundation with $177,000 in total prizes. Tickets may be purchased online only at KofCDraw.net/C5468. The Knights thank you for your support.

CWL MEMBERSHIPS The CWL is now accepting new and yearly membership renewals for 2021. Forms are available at the church office. Please put the completed form and $30.00 fee in an envelope marked CWL 2021 and leave in the Mass offering basket or at the office.

INVITATION TO ADORATION Jesus is truly present in the Blessed Sacrament. If you would like to visit with Him for half an hour or and hour every Wednesday during Adoration please sign the Invitation sheet in the church foyer or contact Jackie Baker at 250-286-1947

Recycle for the Building Fund Thank you to everyone who is contributing to the building fund by dropping off bottles and cans at the back door of the church hall every Saturday 10 am till noon. Your efforts have raised over $12,400 thus far. Just goes to show that every little bit helps!

St. Vincent de Paul - “With the season of giving upon us, SVDP Our Lady of Guadalupe Conference wishes to thank all those who support our mission in helping our island’s less fortunate through your generous donations. Wishing everyone the hope, joy, love, and peace of the Advent Season.”

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