Bulletin: 29th Sunday in Ordinary Time
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Mass Intentions
Monday, October 20
Aurea Palma (+)
Saint Hedwig, Religious
or Saint Margaret Mary Alacoque, Virgin
Tuesday, October 21
Aurea Palma (+)
Wednesday, October 22
Jose & Nida Santiago (INT)
Saint John Paul II, Pope
Thursday, October 23
Aurea Palma (+)
Saint John of Capistrano, Priest
Friday, October 24
Loreta Alati (+)
Saint Antony Mary Claret, Bishop
Saturday, October 25
Aurea Palma (+)
Saturday memorial of the Blessed Virgin Mary
St. Pat’s Highlights
Ministry Updates & Upcoming Events
Calling all our High School ladies, grades 8-12; please join us this coming Friday on October 24th at 6:30pm for an evening of communion, friendship and fun.
Please RSVP so our organizers can plan enough refreshments for all. Thank you!
Dear men of St. Patrick’s, please join us this Saturday, October 25th at 7pm for our monthly gathering. Please RSVP so our organizers can plan accordingly. Thank you!
Thank you to Linda, Cathy and Ron for the wonderful baked ham, potato salad and fresh homemade bread (among other things) for this past week’s Alpha dinner!!! We are so grateful to you for always lovingly sharing your many gifts with us.
Please join us for this Fall Alpha course.
Ongoing – please join anytime! We hope you’ll join us!
Wednesdays at 6:30pm &
Thursdays at 9am
Please save the dates and consider who you might bring for an enjoyable evening or morning of good conversation, good food, good company, and a lot of good thoughts.
Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon them. Â May their souls and the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen.
Archbishop Smith’s Pastoral Letter for the Month of Holy Souls
October 19, 2025
Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,
As the days grow shorter and we approach the final weeks of the Church’s liturgical year, I invite you to remember and pray for the faithful departed during the month of November.
The Church dedicates this month to the Holy Souls in Purgatory, those who have died and are being prepared to enter the fullness of God’s presence. November begins with the Hallowtide Triduum: All Hallows’ Eve, All Saints’ Day, and All Souls’ Day. These days draw our attention to the real spiritual connection we share with all the baptized: those in heaven, those on earth, and those being purified after death.
This is a time to renew our hope in Jesus Christ, especially during this Jubilee Year of Hope. Our prayers for the dead express our hope in God’s promise of eternal life and in the communion of saints, a bond that unites the entire Church across time and eternity.
From November 1 to 8, the Church offers a plenary indulgence for the faithful departed. To receive it, one must visit a cemetery and pray for the dead, while also going to Confession, receiving Holy Communion, praying for the intentions of the Holy Father, and having a heart free from attachment to sin. This tradition is a meaningful way to remember the souls of the departed on their journey to heaven.
To help guide your prayer, Gardens of Gethsemani will offer daily prayers throughout November. Each takes only a few minutes to pray. You can sign up to receive them by email at rccav.org/november.
I hope you will join me in this spiritual work of mercy. May our prayers bring peace to the Holy Souls and renew our hope in the life to come.
Yours sincerely in Christ,
✠Richard W. Smith
Archbishop of Vancouver
As the days grow shorter and we come to the end of the liturgical year, one of the ways we can mark this season is to pray for Holy Souls.
Fittingly, the Catholic Church dedicates the entire month of November to the Holy Souls in Purgatory. During this month we pray for the souls of the faithful departed, especially those whom we have known and loved. The season of Holy Souls reveals our reflection of our own mortality, celebrating and mourning those who have gone before us, and gently gathering the past into God’s loving embrace. We commemorate all the faithful departed by remembering, praying, and giving thanks.
Three ways to commemorate Holy Souls during the month of November:
- Attend a Hallowtide Triduum Mass and Event: The month of Holy Souls begins with the Hallowtide Triduum (October 31 – November 2). During these three days, you and your family are invited to attend a Mass and/or event to honour your deceased loved ones and pray for those who have gone before us.
 - Visit a Catholic cemetery: Did you know that in the first week of November, the Church offers a plenary indulgence for the faithful departed? To receive it, one must visit a cemetery and pray for the dead, while also going to Confession, receiving Holy Communion, praying for the intentions of the Holy Father, and having a heart free from attachment to sin. This tradition is a meaningful way to remember the souls of the departed on their journey to heaven.Â
 - Pray throughout the month of November: We’ve compiled short, daily prayers that you can receive by email to pray for Holy Souls. Sign up at rccav.org/november. Â
Please support our Parish High School
CARNEY GARAGE SALE
DONATION DROP OFF
Saturdays 9:30 am – 1:30 pm
Archbishop Carney Regional Secondary School
September 20th, 27th and October 4th, 11th and 18th
Spring and Fall cleaning underway? Carney Garage Sale is back and
accepting donations at 1355 Dominion Ave, Port Coquitlam.
Please note damaged items and furniture is not being accepted.
Remember to spread the word to your family and friends!
We need your support!
Resources for Reflection
Movies, Online learning, Meditations, Seasonal Resources, and more
Formed is a resource paid for and provided to our community by St. Patrick’s Parish.
To access the resources available, please visit https://formed.org/signup and select St. Patrick’s Maple Ridge from the list of available parishes and complete their registration form.
News and Information
Resources and events from outside of our Parish
Listening to God with Babies, Toddlers, and Children
Families with young children (ages 0–9) are invited to a morning of Catechesis of the Good Shepherd activities designed for every member of the family. Parents, grandparents, and those who care for little ones are welcome to join. The morning begins with 9:00 a.m. Mass at Holy Name of Jesus Parish in Vancouver, followed by brunch and breakout sessions from 10:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. at the John Paul II Pastoral Centre, a five-minute walk from the parish. Learn more and register at beholdvancouver.org/events
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Red Mass and Dinner
Join Archbishop Richard Smith for the annual Red Mass on Thursday, October 30, 2025, at Holy Rosary Cathedral at 5:00 p.m. This special evening brings together members of the legal community to pray for wisdom and guidance at the beginning of the judicial year. A ticketed dinner will follow with keynote speaker Justice Lauri Ann Fenlon of the B.C. Court of Appeal. Learn more and purchase tickets at beholdvancouver.org/events.
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All Hallows’ Eve Vigil and Procession at Gardens of Gethsemani
Join us for a prayer vigil to mark the beginning of the Hallowtide Triduum as we remember and give thanks to those who have gone before us. Following the vigil, we will walk through our candle-lit cemetery praying the rosary. We will be walking and praying for the Holy Souls that are in purgatory and all the loved ones that resting in Gardens of Gethsemani. Friday, October 31, 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. at Evangelist Chapel, Gardens of Gethsemani, Surrey. Learn more at rccav.org/events
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An Evening with the Saints: All Saints’ Day Celebration with Readings and Relics
Young adults are invited to celebrate All Saints’ Day with an evening of inspiration and prayer. The night will include readings from saints, sacred music for reflection, a Litany of the Saints, and the opportunity to venerate relics, including Saints Pier Giorgio Frassati and Carlo Acutis. A reception will follow in the parish hall to connect with other young adults. Saturday, November 1, 6:30 p.m. at Our Lady of the Assumption, Port Coquitlam. Learn more at beholdvancouver.org/events
* All Saints’ Day Mass and Activities at Gardens of Gethsemani
Join us for the second day of the Hallowtide Triduum as we celebrate the Feast of All Saints. Families with young children are invited to light a candle for a loved one, and enjoy hot chocolate and treats after Mass. There will also be many activities for the kids to enjoy before Mass. Saturday, November 1 3:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. at the Evangelist Chapel, Gardens of Gethsemani, Surrey. Learn more at rccav.org/events
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Weekend Getaway Marriage Conference Discount
November 14–16, 2025 | Fairmont Chateau Whistler
Reignite your marriage with a relaxing and purposeful weekend at the stunning Fairmont Chateau Whistler. Designed to help couples reconnect, rekindle romance, or even start fresh, this retreat offers a warm and fun atmosphere where you’ll hear from real couples living out marriage God’s way.
Special discounted rate for couples from the Archdiocese of Vancouver: $199 (regularly $299) when you register with code RCAVWHIS by October 27, 2025. Hotel rooms start at $259/night + resort fee. Registration closes November 11, 2025. Learn more at beholdvancouver.org/events
