Bulletin: 25th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Our parish relies on your generosity. Your donations each year directly impact our ability to minister to those in need, to provide special programs such as Alpha and CGS, to offer small group faith studies, to maintain our buildings, and to grow our parish school.
Your Project Advance tax-deductible donation will fund important works such as:
- Youth and young adults ministry in our parishes
- The construction of new Catholic schools
- Programs that support healthy families
- Feeding the homeless and vulnerable in the Downtown Eastside
- Pastoral ministry and support for the hospitalized
Once St. Patrick’s parish goal is met, all additional funds raised will be directed back to parish projects identified by your Pastor and parish team. Thank you so much for your generosity.
Mass Intentions
Monday, September 23
Paul Hosford (+)
Saint Pius of Pietrelcina (Padre Pio), Priest
Tuesday, September 24
Clotilde Avila (+)
Blessed Émilie Tavernier-Gamelin, Religious
Wednesday, September 25
Rose Savio Hopkins (INT)
Saints Cosmas and Damian, Martyrs
Thursday, September 26
Lorna D’Mello (INT)
Saints John de Brébeuf and Isaac Jogues, priests, and their Companions, Martyrs
Friday, September 27
Dylan D’Mello
Saint Vincent de Paul, Priest
Saturday, September 28
Paul D’Mello
Saint Wenceslaus, Martyr
St. Pat’s Highlights
Ministry Updates & Upcoming Events
New!
We are happy to announce that our Food Recovery Program Giveaways will now be every Sunday at 12:15pm in either the parish-school gymnasium or breezeway.
This Sunday we will be offering food donated from our local PoCo Costco, the Safeway bakery, and Starbucks.
Join our men’s ministry on Saturday, September 28 for an evening exploring the saints with good company and good conversation.
Please RSVP for the event so the organizers have enough refreshments on hand for everyone.
Welcome to Alpha at St. Patrick’s Parish.
This is a beautiful 16-week series where we watch a video and connect with one another as we discuss life’s most meaningful questions.
This fall we are offering 2 sessions –
- a Wednesday Evening experience starting September 18th from 6:00 to 8:00pm, which includes a delicious meal prepared by parishioners;
- or a Thursday morning experience starting September 19th from 9:00am to 11:00am where we enjoy our lovely Holy Grounds custom blended coffee alongside a morning savoury breakfast.
Those who have attended our Alpha program over the years have met their closest friends, joined small group faith studies, and found a second home here at our parish. We hope you will accept our warm invitation to this free and life-changing series.
Please register so we know how many to expect for dinner and have enough of everything for everyone. Thank you!
Please join us in prayer and congratulations for the wedding of Hannah Powell and Marko Jakus.
Thank you to Rupa Antony Libin for our delicious evening Alpha meal.
Thank you to Shelley Head for providing the amazing continental breakfast for our morning Alpha meal.
Thank you to our Alpha team for all of your work in making sure our start of this Alpha series went smoothly and all felt welcomed and appreciated for their presence.
Thank you to Kristine Loch and Cecille Yagi for your work as barista’s in Holy Grounds.
Support your Parish
Every act of help and support keeps our parish running and is an integral part of achieving our parish mission. We are so very grateful to all.
If you would like to serve the parish by donating your time or skills, please let us know.
Archbishop Carney Garage Sale 2024
Your Donations Matter!
Help make a difference at the Archbishop Carney Garage Sale by decluttering your
space while fueling the community. Gently used Household items, Tools, Books, Toys,
Clothing, Sports and Recreational Items, Entertainment, Christmas and Halloween
Decorations are all welcome.
Please note we DON’T take the following items: Furniture (large or small), Mattresses,
and box springs, old Venetian blinds, Old Carpets, Encyclopedias and Magazines,
Outdated text books, outdated tech and anything that is damage or in such bad
condition.
Drop off at the school between 9:30am to 1:30pm on five Saturdays starting Sept
14th to Oct. 12th . Check out the poster for details and mark your calendar for the
weekend of October 26th and 27th . It’s when the magic happens!
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
During Lent we are called to Fast, Pray and Give Alms; many in our community need help. At St. Patrick’s we strive to support our community both in spirit and in body.
If you or someone you know is in need of prayers or support, please reach out.
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.
Our business listings
- Business Services:
- E-Nix Structural Engineering Consulting
- Yagi IT Consultations and Support
- Julia Hanley Consulting
- Print It Group
- Children’s Services:
- Chrysta Academy
- Maple Corner Daycare
- Fabrication Services:
- Dion Custom Metal Services
- Doodle Design Craft
- S&T Wood Designs custom furnishings
- Tie a Bow custom creations
- Eateries & Food
- Alina Cafe & Bakery
- Ban Chok Dee Thai Cuisine
- Bella Nonna’s Bakery & Grocer
- The Blueberry Run
- {NEW} Red Swan Pizza
- Health & Wellness
- Addictions Specialist Dr. Rosanna Lima
- {NEW} Aerospace Medicine Clinic with FRANK ERVIN
- Chiropractor Dr. Nancy Giacometti
- End of Life Doula, Valerie Spurrell
- Professional Nursing Foot Care – Micha
- Plexus Gut Health
- Trauma Therapist – Lorna Demedeiros
- Home Furnishings and Decor
- Bliss on a Budget – Wholesale Mattress
- Weatherly Interiors
- Home Renovation, Construction and more
- Carlson Electric
- Flooring Contractor – Don Fafard
- HVAC Contractor – Sanjay Kumar Reddy
- Norum Construction & Reno
- Junk Removal & Moving – Simon Chan
- People Services
- Personal Care Services
- {NEW} April Richardson – Makeup Artist & Airbrush Tanning
- Grace Dignified Women’s Clothing
- Mary Kay Cosmetics S. Richardson
- May Hair Design
- Nail Tips
- Photography Services
- Anita Alberto Photography
- Jozef Povazan Photography
- Marta Marta Photography
- Real Estate & Financial Services
- Blue Pearl Mortgage Services
- Origin Mortgage Services
- Realtor – Sarah Eales Tuck
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.
Beginning Tuesday, October 8, at 7pm in Catholic Pacific College’s main classroom, come out for a deep dive into C.S. Lewis’ classic work, “Mere Christianity.” Over six weeks, Dr. Andrew Kaethler will tease out its profound insights and lead you in great discussions. Likewise, the book’s shortcomings will be critiqued. These classes are meant for anyone who is looking to study/deepen their faith (not just university students). The cost for all six sessions is only $150—an amazing deal for such high-calibre courses. Register now at catholicpacific.ca/merechristianity
Collection for the Needs of the Church in Canada
Supporting Bishops in Their Pastoral Mission Across the Country
The Collection for the Needs of the Church in Canada will take place on 28-29 September 2024. This annual initiative is an important opportunity for the faithful to actively support and assist the Bishops in
their ministry of accompanying, teaching, guiding, sanctifying, and caring for the Church in Canada.
Please support the Collection.
We thank you in advance for your generosity and continued commitment.
The Marriage Course
Join The Marriage Course, a seven-week program by Alpha International designed for spouses seeking practical support to strengthen their relationship, keep the spark alive and stay connected. The course is presented as a dynamic video with in-person and online options:
- October 2 to November 14
Wednesdays, 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Online
- October 4 to November 15
Fridays, 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Online and in-person (Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish, Surrey)
- October 8 to November 19
Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
St. Patrick’s Parish (Shamrock Hall), Vancouver
Cost is $35. Learn more and register at beholdvancouver.org/events.
Estate and Memorial Planning Seminar in Langley
A free presentation on estate planning will be held at St. Joseph’s Parish in Langley on Saturday, September 28, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
In addition to practical information about the importance of making a Will, how to choose the right executor, and how the Probate and Power of Attorney work, attendees will learn about the beauty of the funeral rite, how to formulate pre-need and funeral arrangements, and will receive a complimentary Estate and Memorial Planning Guide with access to online tools and practical resources.
Some information will also be given about the tax benefits of charitable giving and what to consider when making a healthcare plan. Learn more and register at beholdvancouver.org/events.
