PARISH NEWS - 28 December 2025

MASS INTENTIONS THIS WEEK (FROM 29. XII. TO 4. I.)

WEDNESDAY, 31. XII. (18,00) – THANKSGIVING MASS

THURSDAY, 1. I. (11,00) – FOR THE PARISH COMMUNITY

FRIDAY, 2. I. (19,00) – PERSONAL INTENTION

SATURDAY, 3. I. (19,00) - +IVICA DIDAK

SUNDAY, 4. I. (11,00) – FOR THE PARISH COMMUNITY

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*BLESSING OF THE WATER. Will take place before the Epiphany of the Lord, next Sunday at the beginning of the Mass.

*DONATION ENVELOPES AND CALENDARS. If you haven't done so already, you can take new envelopes them from the table at the entrance. Thank you everybody for your contribution to keep our parish active. Croatian Catholic calendars I will bring personally to each family during the blessing of the families.

*FIRST FRIDAY AND SATURDAY. First Friday of every month is dedicated to the Sacred Heart of Jesus and sacramental confession. Half an hour before the mass there will be a Eucharistic Adoration and a chance for confession in our church. First Friday of every month is dedicated to the Immaculate Heart of Mary and prayer for vocation.

*FAMILY GIFT FOR THE PARISH. If you haven't done so already, please remember to give your family gift for the parish, according to your possibilities. If you are not able to bring your gift in person, there is a possibility of remote donation by mailing a cheque or e-transfer to leopoldmandic@rogers.com. Thank you everybody who contributes for the needs of the Church.

*BLESSING OF FAMILIES. Has started after Christmas and goes on until the end of January. Sign-up list are available on the table by the entrance door, or you can email or phone the parish office. During the blessing of home there should be crucifix and a lit candle on the table.

*NEW YEAR'S EVE PARTY. It's almost New Year. We can still apply for participating in the parish New Year's Eve Party with music, raffle, dinner and dancing. It will start at 7:00 p.m. Ticket price: adults $90, students $60, children 7-12 $20, children under 6 for free. Ticket price includes a dinner, a bottle of wine per table and a  midnight buffet. Music will be played by our DJ Anki. Ticket reservations: Parish office (613-722-7135) and Vinko Marinković (613-822-3321). Please, apply as soon as possible for easier organization and preparation for the event. Sponsors for the raffle are appreciated. I also invite anyone willing to volunteer to prepare cakes and/or preparing the hall for the event, to come on Tuesday, December 30 at 7 p.m.