Bulletin: Jesus Christ, King of the Universe
You are invited to a special 2-night Advent Retreat to prepare your hearts for the coming of our Lord.
Fr. Chrysostom Mijinke, O.P.
Parochial Vicar at Stanford University
Fr. Chrysostom Mijinke, O.P. is from Langley, British Columbia, near Vancouver. After a powerful encounter with God as a teenager, he began a lifelong journey of faith and a desire to help others experience the same. Following his undergraduate studies, he spent five years travelling through Europe and Canada, working in restaurants and on on-shore oil rigs before beginning theological studies in Ottawa. There, he met the Dominicans and entered the Western Dominican Province in 2013.
Ordained in 2021, Fr. Chrysostom most recently served as campus minister at the University of Washington and as director of young adult ministry.
He completed the Encounter School of Ministry program and is passionate about evangelization, healing, and discipleship. He enjoys hiking, backpacking, and long-distance running.
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Mass Intentions
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.
Monday, November 24
Saints Andrew Dũng-Lạc and his Companions, Martyrs
Tuesday, November 25
Saint Catherine of Alexandria, Virgin, Martyr
Saturday, November 29
Saturday memorial of the Blessed Virgin Mary
St. Pat’s Highlights
Ministry Updates & Upcoming Events
Please join us this Sunday for a Food Recovery Program Giveaway. Doors open at 12:30pm or after the 11:15am Mass is completed, whichever is later.
We are always grateful to our generous donors, without whom this program could not provide the many resources we are blessed to offer to the community. We are especially grateful to our partner organizations, Second Harvest and Food Bank on Wheels.
This weekend we will be offering foods and resources from Costco in Port Coquitlam, Costco in Burnaby, Safeway Bakery, Save On Foods, Shoppers, and Starbucks.
Thank you so much!
Our parish is the very grateful recipient of a generous grant offered to us through Second Harvest from the Starbucks organization as well as a gift from our parish school; which, when combined, has given us the ability to expand our storage capacity and purchase a dedicated refrigerator for our Knights of Columbus and School Lunch Program and an additional industrial freezer dedicated to our Food Recovery Program. These additions will greatly increase the ability of our ministry programs to provide for all who come to our events.
Please join us in offering up our ‘Thank Yous’ to the generosity of others so that we may serve those most in need.
Thank you Lord for one incredible freezer!
Advent Prayer by Henri Nouwen
Although Advent is supposed to be a time of deep reflection, joy, and preparation for Christmas, it can also be a time of busyness, stress, and a never ending to-do list. But prayer has a way of helping us see what matters most…and what doesn’t matter much at all. Next time you’re feeling overwhelmed, take a moment to pray the following prayer:
Lord Jesus,
Master of both the light and the darkness, send your Holy Spirit upon our preparations for Christmas. We who have so much to do and seek quiet spaces to hear your voice each day, We who are anxious over many things look forward to your coming among us. We who are blessed in so many ways long for the complete joy of your kingdom. We whose hearts are heavy seek the joy of your presence. We are your people, walking in darkness, yet seeking the light. To you we say, “Come Lord Jesus!’
Amen.
All are invited to join us in our annual Family Advent Wreath Night hosted by our CGS & Altar Boys Ministries! This is an evening of festive fun for the whole family. Discover the significance of Advent and the wreath.
When: November 26, 2025 @6:00pm
Where: St. Patrick’s Parish School Gym
Registration and Fee:
$20- provides the wreath frame, candles, information sheet, register online by clicking below OR call the office to register.
What to bring: please bring your own scissors or cutters for working with the greens, your own greens (and extra to share if possible) and your own decorations and trimming (if desired).
Complimentary Hot Chocolate Bar will be on site and hosted by our very own St. Patrick’s Altar Boys.
Can’t come, but would like a Wreath Kit to do at home? Please visit the parish office after November 27th to purchase your kit.
Mark your calendars for our upcoming Candlelight Masses and Breakfast, offered this Advent season on Monday, Dec 8 at 7am(Feast of the Immaculate Conception), and Monday, Dec 22 at 7am.
These special events are quiet, beautiful, reflective Masses that help us focus our intentions and fill our hearts with the warmth that comes with the wondrous knowing our Lord is near and He knows each of us by name.
Please. Join us.
Please also RSVP so our organizers can prepare for a lovely breakfast for all who come.
Please stop by our parish office during open hours to purchase Christmas Cards to share with your loved ones in preparation for the coming of our Lord.
Thank you to all who helped make this year’s Fall Alpha series an incredible success. We are so grateful to have welcomed so many new faces to our parish, to learn new stories, and to make new friends. To those who joined us, thank you so much for coming and joining our community. To those who contributed meals, decorations, organizational support, setup, take-down, and clean-up help – Thank you so much. Your gifts of time and help are the backbone of our ministries and we remain ever grateful to you for helping to share our parish vision and mission and the wonder and joy in loving our Lord.
The parish office is full of items that have been left behind after Mass and in Holy Grounds. Items include: jackets, sunglasses, jewellery, hats and other accessories. Please visit the office to collect items you have accidentally left behind.
Items not collected by Christmas will be donated.
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
Rosary for Peace
Archbishop Richard Smith invites all Catholics in the Archdiocese to come together in prayer each month for peace in our world, particularly in the Holy Land, Ukraine, and other areas affected by violence and conflict. Learn more and see the complete schedule at rcav.org/events.
Estate and Memorial Planning for Catholics
Ensure your wishes are honoured and your loved ones are cared for with a well-prepared estate and memorial plan. This free, expert-led seminar will guide you through essential topics such as:
Why every Catholic needs a Will – Protect your family and ensure your assets are distributed according to your values.
Choosing the right Executor – Select a trusted individual to carry out your final wishes.
Understanding Probate & Power of Attorney – Make informed decisions that simplify the legal process.
The tax benefits of charitable giving – Leave a lasting impact through faithful stewardship.
Preparing for Catholic funeral rites – Discover the beauty of a well-planned funeral and the benefits of pre-arrangements.
On Wednesday, November 26, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., at St. Monica’s Parish in Richmond. Learn more and register at beholdvancouver.org/events.
Trust: Advent Mini-Retreat for Men
Looking for a meaningful way to begin Advent and close the Jubilee of Hope? Trust is a men’s mini retreat featuring Deacon Tim Kostamo, with food, fellowship, inspiring presentations on trust, an outdoor Rosary with Alan Grohovac, a Testimonies of Trust panel, prayer ministry, confession, and Mass, followed by a pilgrimage to Holy Rosary Cathedral.
On Saturday, December 6, 12:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., at Holy Rosary Cathedral. Register by Dec. 5 at beholdvancouver.org/events.
Advent Retreat 2025: Beauty in Between
If you serve in a parish, ministry, or movement, you know how easy it is to give endlessly without stopping to receive. This Advent, come away for a time of rest, prayer, and renewal in Christ’s presence.
On Saturday, December 6, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., at Sts. Joachim and Ann Parish in Aldergrove. Cost is $35, including lunch. Learn more and register at beholdvancouver.org/events.
Archbishop’s Mass for Life
The Archbishop’s Annual Mass for Life is a once-a-year pro-life event for all Catholics and those involved in the pro-life movement to pray for respect for human life, from conception to its natural end. The Mass will be celebrated by Archbishop Richard Smith followed by a light reception in the hall with live music. At Holy Rosary Cathedral on Saturday, December 13 at 11:30 am. Learn more and register at beholdvancouver.org/events.
