127 Liberty Street South, Bowmanville, Ontario  L1C 2P5

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Saturday, November 28th

8:00am - Daily Mass in the church

for the soul of Egido Riccio

3:45pm to 4:15pm - Reconciliation in the church

4:30pm - Sunday Mass in the church and online

for the soul of David Ackloo

Sunday, November 29th (First Sunday of Advent)

9:00am - Sunday Mass in the church and online

for the souls of Antonio Iantomasi & Zory Lesnick

11:00am - Sunday Mass in the church and online

for the soul of Monica Kirwan

7:00pm - Sunday Mass in the church and online

for the people



Monday, November 30th

8:00am - Daily Mass in the church

for the special intention of Cindy Cheval



Tuesday, December 1st

6:15pm to 6:45pm - Reconciliation in the church

7:00pm - Daily Mass in the church

for the special intentions of the members of St. Vincent de Paul



Wednesday, December 2nd

8:00am - Daily Mass in the church

for the soul of Mary Holy



Thursday, December 3rd

8:00am - Daily Mass in the church

for the soul of Dolly McDonald



Friday, December 4th

8:00am - Daily Mass and Holy Hour in the church

for the soul of Glynn Hamer



Saturday, December 5th

8:00am - Daily Mass in the church

for the soul of Egido Riccio

3:45pm to 4:15pm - Reconciliation in the church

4:30pm - Sunday Mass in the church and online

for the people



Sunday, December 6th (Second Sunday of Advent)

9:00am - Sunday Mass in the church and online

for the souls of Nicola Nesci & Matthew Nesci

11:00am - Sunday Mass in the church and online

for the soul of Joanne Hamers

7:00pm - Sunday Mass in the church and online

for the special intention of Marcello & Gaetana Oddi

those who have died, especially...

Jim Johann, Annie Ward Hughes,



and those who are sick, especially...

Edrean Rubejes,
Ann Maas,
Mia Ward,
Peggy Burt,
Pat Coles
& Brian Wihlidal



Jesus, Our Lord, we ask you to have mercy on all who are sick. Give them your strength and love and help them carry this cross with faith. May their sufferings be one with yours, overcome the power of evil and lead others to our Father in Heaven. Lord Jesus, hear our prayer, for you are Lord forever and ever. Amen.

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Sunday Missals are now available after Masses this weekend! Get one for $5. To make this a safe, contactless transaction, please have exact change ready as no change will be given.



Giving Envelopes will be ready to pick up next weekend.



To get yours, go to the parish hall after one of the weekend Masses.

Demand on the food bank has increased, giving our parish an opportunity to bring the love of Christ to many who are in need. Help fill the shelves of the food bank for Christmas by bringing your offerings to a drive-by food drive on November 28th between 1 and 4pm. Walmart gift cards are also appreciated and donations can also be made through Canada Helps.

Our hospital is in desperate need of toiletry items for our patients, and we’re appealing to you again this year to help us out. Our need is even greater this year due to the hospital visitor restrictions as a result of COVID-19. Your generosity in the past has been overwhelming and so much appreciated. Santa’s elves from Lakeridge Health Bowmanville will be on hand to accept your donations on...

Saturday, December 5th 12pm – 4pm

Enter on Liberty St. - Exit on Parkway Cres.

There will also be boxes inside the front doors of the church on December 5th and 6th if you would like to donate that way.

Items in desperate need are:

·Body Wash (no bars of soap please)

·Baby Powder

·Shaving Cream

·Toothpaste and toothbrushes

·Shampoo/Dry Shampoo

·Combs and brushes

·Razors (especially for men)

Cash and gift card (i.e. Dollar Store) donations will also be gratefully accepted.What a wonderful way to start off the Advent Season by spreading your love for your fellow man. After all, Jesus is the Reason for the Season. Thank you and God bless!

The Bishops of Canada offer weekly reflections for each week of Advent.



Watch them here!

Congratulations to Kaitlyn and Dreyden who will be Baptized at St. Joseph Church this weekend!



Keep them in your prayers

This coming Tuesday has come to be known as “Giving Tuesday”, a moment when all are called to reflect on their call and ability to give to those in need. This often happens after 'Black Friday', a day that often prompts us to reflect on our capacity to buy things. Giving Tuesday is a time when charities, companies and individuals join together and rally for favourite causes. In the same way that retailers take part in Black Friday, the giving community comes together for Giving Tuesday. Wonder where you might give? Here's some ideas!



Sacred Heart College, Peterborough

Help support Catholic post-secondary education in our community

https://www.sacredheartcollege.ca/en/about-sacred-heart/donate.aspx



St. Vincent de Paul

Help feed the hungry

http://lakeshore.ssvp.on.ca/get_involved.php#donate



Rose of Durham

Give hope to expecting mothers and new mothers in need

https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/rose-of-durham-young-parents-support-services/



Chalice International

Bring Christ to families in developing nations

https://www.chalice.ca/donate



L'Arche Canada

Build a world where everyone belongs

https://larchefoundation.akaraisin.com/ui/donate/donations/start



Development and Peace

Support the charitable work of the Bishops of Canada

https://www.devp.org/en/civicrm/contribute/transact?reset=1&id=3&gl=2y0x0



Catholic Missions in Canada

Help build up struggling communities in our own country

https://cmic.info/donate/



Covenant House

Give a home for homeless youth in Canada

https://covenanthousetoronto.ca



St. Joseph Church

Of course.... Don't forget our own parish!

https://stjoeschurch.ca/giving/

CanadaHelps will add $2 to one-time donations of $20 or more only on December 1st, up to a maximum of $30,000 for all participating charities. It's a great way to give even more!

Give to St. Joseph Church on Canada Helps.

Regular offerings for our parish can be put in the mail slot of the parish office.



See more ways to support our parish at give.stjoeschurch.ca!