PARISH NEWS - 15 November 2026

MASS INTENTIONS THIS WEEK (FROM 16. XI. TO 22. XI.)

SUNDAY, 22. XI. (11,00) – FOR THE PARISH COMMUNITY

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* CROATIAN CHRISTMAS MARKET. The Croatian Christmas Market will be held in our church hall on November 29, 2026. All proceeds will go toward supporting our parish. If you would like to be a vendor, showcase your handmade crafts, or volunteer, please contact us at croatianchristmasmarket@outlook.com for more information. We also invite anyone who is able to donate cookies or cakes to get in touch. We will package your treats into Christmas boxes to be sold at our upcoming Christmas Market! We encourage you to provide items that can freeze well, ensuring they remain fresh throughout the Advent season. Drop-off and pick-up details:

•⁠  ⁠Drop-off: Friday, November 27, anytime after 6:00 PM at the parish hall.

•⁠  ⁠Pick-up: If you are unable to drop them off on November 27, we can arrange to pick them up from your location. If you are able to bake and donate a batch (or two!), please send an email to: croatianchristmasmarket@outlook.com. Thank you so much for your generosity and support!

* CATECHISM CLASSES FOR THE CANDIDATES FOR THE FIRST COMMUNION AND CONFIRMANDS. Catechism classes for the candidates for the First Communion and Confirmation goes on as scheduled. This Friday, November 20 at 7:30 p.m. there is a class for candidates for the First Communion, and at the same time next Friday, November 27, there will be class for confirmands. Attending Sunday Mass is an obligatory part of the preparation for the sacraments, as well as part of the Third God's Commandment.

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* CROATOAN NOVEMBER BANQUET. Join the Croatian Folklore Ensemble CROATOAN on Saturday, November 28, 2026, for an evening celebrating Croatian heritage, featuring performances, a delicious dinner, and live music by TS Melodije! This year's theme is “A Pop of Red!” Guests are encouraged to incorporate a touch of red into their evening attire. Doors Open: 6:00 PM | Performances: 7:00 PM | Dinner: 7:30 PM Tickets: Adults $60 | Registered Performers, Teachers & Council Members $50 | Children 6–12 $20 | Children 5 & under FREE. To purchase tickets: Contact info@croatoan.ca, Anna Bacic at 613-266-7656, or visit our social media pages for more information.