PARISH NEWS - 16 August 2026

MASS INTENTIONS THIS WEEK (FROM 17. VIII. TO 23. VIII.)

MONDAY, 17. VIII. (19,00) - +NIKOLA BASAR

SUNDAY, 23. VIII. (11,00) – FOR THE PARISH COMMUNITY

*** PARISH

* SUMMER VACATION. We are deep into a vacation and traveling season. Don't forget to bring God on your vacation. Not a single day should pass without a prayer nor Sunday without taking part in Holy Mass.

*** CROATOAN

* REGISTRATION. Registration is now officially open until September 4, 2026. Please fill out the appropriate form below to secure your spot:

• Registration form (EN): https://forms.gle/wHqYcTgKbqD2R3Jv9

• Registration form (HR): https://forms.gle/dksxLfKGRWNC3avT6

• Membership-only form: https://forms.gle/sqPgzhUjivJConJp9

 *** CROATIAN SCHOOL

* CROATIAN SCHOOL – REGISTRATION. Registration for the upcoming Croatian School year is now open! We welcome all children, including those starting JK this year, to join us in learning the Croatian language, discovering our culture and traditions, and making new friends! Last year, we had almost 30 students and, for the first time, were able to have two separate classes. We hope to continue growing this year and start the new school year with two classes once again! For registration or additional information, please contact Teacher Marijana Perić( marijana.peric@ocsb.ca) or Teacher Katarina Deronja (katarina.deronja@ocsb.ca)

*** JADRAN

* HNNS TOURNAMENT UPDATES. The 62nd Annual HNNS Tournament is coming upon us quickly. There are some important items for the community to know leading up to the tournament:

 Volunteer Sign up: The volunteer sign up QR Code remains at the back of the church on the doors to the entry into the church. Volunteers are welcome to sign up by end of mass today as we are planning to have 2 volunteer organization sessions next Saturday August 22nd at 7PM and the following Saturday August 29th at 7PM at our church hall. This is a big event for our community to host and all are welcome to participate. For more information please contact Brian Rogic at 613-276-4886 or brian.rogic@akkodisgroup.com.

Saturday September 5th 2026 - Ottawa Community Banquet:  The Saturday night portion of the Tournament weekend is dedicated to our Ottawa Croatian Community. Including St. Leopold Mandic Parishioners, Croatoan Members, Jadran Members and all others who are willing and wanting to come and celebrate. The event commences at Preston Events Centre at 6PM and will include a Buffet Dinner. The tickets for an Adult are $80.00 and for children 7-12 is $35.00 and children 6 and under are free. Live music and a dance will commence at 9:00PM. Contact Brian for More information. We hope to see you out for the event!