To support Archdiocesan youth programs. 50% is returned to the parishes for their youth programs.
https://www.stpatricksmapleridge.ca/donations/second-collections/.

Our Giving Tree is commencing December 6th, 2023 on the Feast of St. Nicholas, who is known for his generosity and kindness for the poor and unhappy.  

We know that sometimes asking for help is difficult; however, in our community we desire to support and love every member. Sometimes how we love looks like prayers, and sometimes, it looks like practical financial help especially during pressured times. Both are so incredibly needed to build the Kingdom of God in the heart of humans. Both are needed to show the real person of Jesus.  

To support those in need in our community, we are accepting only gift cards this year from December 6th to 15th.

A suggestion for gift cards:

1. Superstore
2. Walmart
3. No Frills
4. Shoppers
5. Save On etc…

Please refrain from gift cards that require a membership or restaurant gift cards with high food costs.

Please bring donated gift cards to the Parish Office.

Thank you all for your generous hearts. St. Ignatius of Loyola said, “Love is shown more in deeds than in words”. We are so grateful for the kindness of our community.

If you know of a family in need, please share this link with them to complete so that they may receive a gift card: https://forms.gle/isTodc92XzxmHiax9

7am Rorate Masses on Wednesdays are starting up again!

The three Rorate Masses are scheduled for December 6th, December 13th & December 20th.

These Masses arecelebrated in the dark, only illuminated by candlelight  and just before dawn.  This speaks of the general theme of Advent, a time of expectation eagerly awaiting the arrival of the Son of God, the Light of the World. 
After Mass, please come for a reception in Holy Grounds provided by our wonderful volunteers who woke up extra early to help.

On behalf of the students at Archbishop Carney Secondary school, this December, we are raising funds to build a new Marian Grotto at our school, this will be a costly project, but we consider this a huge investment for our community.  Mary plays a central role in our school, in particular, Our Lady of Lourdes, our patron for Archbishop Carney.  It is our hope that we can bring Mary closer to the students and staff at our school, and in doing so, bring Jesus closer to the hearts of our community. 

At the Pancake breakfast on December 10th, we will have some delicious treats prepared for sale and collecting donations for our Marian Grotto fundraiser.  We are accepting cash and cheque donations payable to Archbishop Carney Secondary school.   Thank you for your generosity and support!

Project Advance 2023: 
Empowering Our Parish Vision

Your support of Project Advance will help grow your parish and expand the reach of Christ’s love to those who need it most. It will fund initiatives such as pastoral formation, youth and young adult ministries, outreach programs for the vulnerable and in need, and the construction of new Catholic schools. Tax-deductible donations can be made in person at your parish or online. Legacy gifts are also appreciated. Learn more and donate at projectadvance.ca.                                                                                                                                                                                       

St. Patrick’s Goal for 2023 is $47,000; as of this week we have raised $38,635.

Thank you!

Thank you to our Altar Servers, our CGS Team and all of those who came out to set up and stayed after to clean up.  Thank you to Lorraine for her delicious apple cider and for manning the kitchen.  Thank you to all who came out to craft their advent wreaths! It was a lovely, fun evening for all.

In Recognition of our Small Business Owners

We are so happy to provide a free resource of small businesses owned and managed by fellow parishioners. By supporting one another, we grow and strengthen our community, and through that support we grow and strengthen our faith.

Own or manage a business that isn’t listed yet?
Please click below to submit your business details.

St. Patrick’s has a thriving Altar Boys Ministry, led by Marko Jakus.  We would like to invite any boys who are Grade 5 and up and who feel called to serve the parish in this very special way, to complete the sign up form on our website.

We will begin holding training sessions for both new and experienced Altar Servers in the next month.  

You must be signed up in order to receive the details regarding upcoming trainings.

You were called by God for a purpose, and were given gifts and charisms by the Holy Spirit at the time of your Baptism and Confirmation. Discover your special gift through the Called & Gifted program now being offered through St. Patrick’s.

Catholic Pacific College would like to invite you to our Breakfast Fundraiser hosted at St. Matthew’s Parish Hall on Monday morning, December 4. There will be Mass at 8am in the parish, and the program will begin at 9am. Our guest speaker is Fr. Deacon Andrew Bennett, a member of our Board of Governors and Program Director for Faith Communities at Cardus. Fr. Deacon Andrew is a fantastic speaker and I know you will enjoy the morning program we have lined up. We will have live Sacred Advent Music, student testimonies, and a word from our founder, Tom Hamel. Tickets are $30 each. Tables hold 6 people, so consider purchasing a table for $180 and inviting friends. Deadline to register is November 27. Register at  catholicpacific.ca/fundraiser