NEW BOOK IN STOCK
The latest book from Bishop Robert Barron, Arguing Religion: A Bishop Speaks at Facebook and Google, is based on the talks delivered at the media giants. He explains how to have a rational, respectful, and productive exchange of differing views. He also explains why religion at its best opens up the searching mind and how we all can share better discussions about God.
 
We will be CLOSED on Monday, May 20^th, 2019 for Victoria Day.

May is the month devoted to the Blessed Mother. Stop by the Shop today for resources on how to develop your relationship with Christ’s own Mother.  For the month of May, we will be giving away a Blessed Mother mug for all purchases over $50. 

Due to an increase in costs, the Living with Christ Missals will be $4.25 per copy starting with the May edition.

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You are encouraged to join with the choirs in singing the Eastertide Ordinary of the Mass. Clicking on the links below will take you to online sound files that will assist in learning the music.

Music for the 9:30 and 11 am Masses

• AH 200 - Lord Have Mercy
• AH 201 - Glory to God
• AH 202 - Holy, Holy, Holy
• AH 207 - Lamb of God

Music for the 12:15 pm Mass

Missa de Angelis Mass VIII (AH - Adoremus Hymnal)

• AH 114 - Kyrie
• AH 115 - Gloria
• AH 116 - Sanctus
• AH 117 - Agnus Dei

The Church in Africa, a Seed of Unity

That the Church in Africa, through the commitment of its members, may be the seed of unity among her peoples and a sign of hope for this continent.

Victoria Day, Monday, May 20: Masses will be at 7 a.m., 8 a.m. and 12:15 p.m.  The Basilica will close after the noon-hour Mass. The Parish office and the Book and Gift Shop are closed.

Parish Bulletin - Fifth Sunday of Easter - May 19 - please click here to view 

Diocesan Feast Day Mass

The Diocesan Feast will be celebrated this year with Mass at Notre Dame Cathedral on Thursday, June 6 at 7:30 p.m.  All are welcome and encouraged to attend.

North of 60 Project

The Saint Vincent de Paul Society at St. Patrick’s has been asked to raise funds, again this year, for a northern community in Rankin Inlet, Nunavut. This is part of Saint Vincent de Paul's nationwide effort to combat poverty in Inuit regions. Envelopes for contributions are available at the back of the church. Envelopes can be returned this weekend, May 18/19, and next weekend, May 25/26. Parishioners who have parish envelopes can make their donations out to the parish and we will add the amount to the receipt for the yearly donations. If you have any additional questions, please contact Kelly Doyle at 613-325-0900. Please click here for more information.
For information on this and other Society of St. Vincent de Paul activities - please click here.

Fundraiser

There will be a High Tea Fundraiser on Sunday, May 26 from 1:15 to 4:00 p.m. in the Basilica Scavi for the victims of the church bombings that occurred on Easter Sunday in Sri Lanka. Information is available on the bulletin boards, on the parish website and on the insert that was in last Sunday’s bulletin. Tickets are on sale in the Book & Gift Shop and at the central doors after Masses this weekend. For more information on this event - please click here

Armour of God

We seem to live in an age of never-ending challenges to our Catholic faith. We also encounter political polarization, not moral leadership. Have you ever wondered how our faith should affect current events? Join our Armour of God discussion group. We will examine what influential Catholic writers, academics, theologians, public figures and saints have to say about contemporary issues. The next meeting is on Wednesday, May 29 at 7:00 p.m. in the Scavi. Our parishioner, Dr. Timothy Lau, psychiatrist and teacher, will discuss Spiritual and Mental Armour — and how they fit together. He looks at a crisis of depression and anxiety; and of empty churches, broken homes and broken hearts. Please click here to view website  To view poster - please click here

Formed.org

Are you looking for resources to deepen your faith during Lent? Then look no further than Formed.org. This website has a vast array of ebooks, bible studies, audio books, documentaries and so much more.  Log in using our parish code 4H6MNK.

Christian Meditation

Join us for our Wednesday evening meditation at Saint Patrick’s Basilica.  Everyone is welcome. If you have any questions, please contact Jack Murta at jack@murtamail.ca or call 613-314-7628
For information - please click here

To view the Message from the Rector on the Sacrament of Confession - please click here 

May 19, 2019

Dear Brothers & Sisters in Christ,

The celebration of the Sacraments of Initiation during the Easter season has reminded us that the sacraments are at the heart of our Catholic life, forming and sanctifying us. I would like to thank Mary Hall and Marion McGlynn who, again this year, prepared our candidates for Confirmation. Shirley Steller, assisted by her daughter Maria as well as by Pomeline and Josiah Martinoski, receive our gratitude for preparing the nine young parishioners who celebrated  ... 
 
Fr Kevin
... click here to read the complete Message.