Bulletin: 21st Sunday in Ordinary Time

Summer Schedule Changes
Parish Office & Holy Grounds Hours
(July 3 to Sep 1, 2023)
Mondays – 8:30am – 12:00pm
Tuesdays – 8:30am – 4:00pm
Wednesdays – 8:30am – 12:00pm
Thursdays – 12:00pm – 4:00pm
Fridays – 8:30am – 4:00pm
Saturdays – CLOSED
Sundays – CLOSED
Daily Mass Times (July 3 to Sep 1, 2023)
Mondays – 8:00am Mass
Tuesdays – 6pm Confessions; 6:30pm Mass
Wednesdays – 8:00am Mass
Thursdays – 5:30pm Adoration/Benediction; 6:30pm Mass
Fridays – 8:00am Mass
Saturdays – 4:15pm-5:15pm – Confessions; 5:30pm Mass
Sundays – 9:00am, 11:15am, and 4:30pm Mass
Office will be closed on Labour Day, September 4, 2023
Mass Intentions & Feast Days
Monday, August 28 – Angelita Florentino (+)
Saint Augustine, Bishop, Doctor
Tuesday, August 29 – Mary D’Mello (+)
The Beheading of Saint John the Baptist
Wednesday, August 30 – Carol Pereira (INT)
Thursday, August 31 – Noella D’Mello (INT)
Friday, September 1 –Gerard & Silvie D’Mello (INT)
Saturday, September 2 – Dylan D’Mello (INT)
Blessed André Grasset, Priest and Martyr


Join us in celebration of the baptism of Felipe Penarrieta

May God bless you on this day and every day that follows!

Saturday, August 26, 7pm
Please let us know if you are coming so we have enough for everyone!

Join us Friday, September 8 at 7pm

Saturday, Sep 9 from 6-8pm
Please let us know if you’re planning to come and how many so we can plan ahead and have enough food and drink for all! Thank you!


Join us Thursday, August 31st after the 6:30 mass for our Envisioning Night.
The night will discuss the why and hope behind the Alpha program.
We will be joined by Ed Zadeiks who is the ‘Alpha in a Catholic Context’ National Director. He will be sharing some statistics for Alpha globally. In addition, his beloved bride, Shawna will be coming to share her testimony on how Alpha changed her life.Join us for a night of conversation, connection and obviously some really great food.


Who will you invite?

Thank you!
To those that continue to volunteer in Holy Grounds to feed and provide coffee for the workers across the street.
The coffeehouse needs you
A letter from Hannah Powell
My name is Hannah Powell and I am the Discipleship Formation and Holy Grounds coordinator at St. Patrick’s. You can find me in the coffee house making various drinks (and hopefully perfecting my latte art) or doing other work to support the ministries (like Alpha and small groups) here at the parish.
I am writing to you today to entreat and ask for your help.
We are starting a new initiative at St. Patrick’s & I would love for you, yes YOU, to be involved.
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HolyGrounds and personally myself, have truly benefited off the help of our amazing volunteers at St. Patrick’s, especially for our Sunday socials throughout the calendar year. I am always so touched when people offer to help in some way, shape or form especially because I know how busy life can get. I know there are other responsibilities that are yours to hold. Please know your amazing & selfless expression of service is not lost on the team here at St. Patrick’s.
I am writing this letter to you all, my parish family, to present an opportunity. We would love to start having consistent volunteers run the coffee house on various days of the week starting in September. …

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.

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.

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 https://support.rcav.org/project-advance-2023/



September 29 to October 1, 2023
Registration Opens August 19th
Estate and Memorial Planning Webinar
This free online presentation provides general information for preparing or updating your will, learning about the beauty of the funeral rite, and formulating pre-need arrangements. You’ll be pointed to complementary guides, tools and practical resources. The event is sponsored and presented by the Gardens of Gethsemani cemetery, a ministry of the Archdiocese of Vancouver. Next session is on Thursday, September 7, at 11:00 a.m. via Zoom. Learn more and register at rccav.org/events.

Upper Room Conference 2023: Registration Now Open!
Proclaim’s Upper Room conference connects hundreds of Catholics in pursuit of transforming their parishes into missionary outposts. Be inspired by our roster of engaging speakers, make meaningful connections, and discover strategies and tools to equip you for mission!
Join us on Saturday, September 23, from 8:00 a.m. to 6: 00 p.m. at Pacific Academy in Surrey. Cost is $75, inclusive of food and two breakout sessions. Parking is free. To qualify for a $10-discount, simply gather a group of 8 or more people and register together with a parish coupon code. Learn more and register at upperroomvancouver.com.

Family Eucharistic Summit
“We unite our hearts with His: He makes us whole and new.”
The Family Eucharistic Summit is a one-day event for families to enter into the wonder and awe of the Most Blessed Sacrament.
https://beholdvancouver.org/events/family-eucharistic-summit

Domestic Abuse Services – Our Lady of Good Counsel Society:
A new Help Line training session is starting September 15, 2023. If you’re ready for a challenge and want to help in the most meaningful way, join our team of Help Line Operators. They are the vital link between survivors of domestic abuse and a LIFE WITHOUT FEAR. Training is free and online. Register now at 604.585.6688 | [email protected]. www.DomesticAbuseServices.ca

Couple Retreat by Worldwide Marriage Encounter
Rekindle the romance, remind yourselves why you fell in love and learn how to make a good marriage even better!
WWME is offering a weekend marriage retreat this fall. Oct. 27-29, 2023.
For more info and to register visit:
https://beholdvancouver.org/events/couple-retreat-by-worldwide-marriage-encounter
❤ Early bird special before Sept. 5 ❤
Registration closes Oct. 17, 2023
You both deserve it!