Mass Intentions

Monday, May 20

School Staff (INT)

Mary, Mother of the Church

Tuesday, May 21

Jeannine Huff (INT)

Saint Christopher Magallanes and his Companions

Wednesday, May 22

Jeannine Huff (INT)

Saint Rita of Cascia

Thursday, May 23

Ethan Schwan (+)

Friday, May 24

Emilia Boronco (INT)

Blessed Louis-Zéphirin Moreau

Saturday, May 25

Bruce & Denyse Hay & Family (INT)

Pope St Gregory VII 

St. Pat’s Highlights

Ministry Updates & Upcoming Events

Join us following the 9am and 11:15am Masses this Sunday,May 19th for a special Pentecost Sunday Social.  Join us for good conversation, light refreshments, and fantastic coffee while we celebrate the coming of the Holy Spirit, and congratulate our two Confirmandis over cake and treats.

See you there!

Please join us in joyous celebration of the baptism of Abigail Ma, and Sophia and Serena Samimi.

CGS – PREP (Parish Religious Education Program) Applications are open!

Catechesis of the Good Shepherd is a Montessori based faith formation founded on two pillars: Sacred Scripture and Sacred Liturgy. Through the use of Scripture and materials, which we call “work”, children are invited to enter into a deeper relationship with God.PREP is religious education for school aged children who attend public school or are homeschooled. We also have a preschool session for 4yr olds.Applications for CGS are now open for the 2024/25 school year.Applications submitted after June 15th will incur a late fee.

Book Recommendation

from Hannah

The Holy Spirit is no less involved in our lives than the Father and the Son, yet many are unaware of this. Jesus said about the Holy Spirit, “If I go, I will send you another Comforter.” But are we aware of the Holy Spirit in our lives? In the School of the Holy Spirit by renowned retreat master Jacques Philippe will help. It will lead you to be more attentive to the movements of the Holy Spirit in your life as you learn to value the third person of the Trinity as the Sanctifier of your soul. Philippe explains the rewards of being attentive to the Holy Spirit and provides simple and concrete ways to grow in this inner sensitivity. In his clear and simple style, he illustrates his points with many examples from modern life. In the School of the Holy Spirit is a valuable aid in your own spiritual journey.

Order online at Amazon.ca by clicking HERE – or stop by the office and let us know you would like a copy.  We will place a bulk order and let you know when the book is available for you to pick up.

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.

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.

NEW!

Bishop Thomas J. Lobsinger, OMI Memorial Bursary Program

The annual British Columbia and Yukon Bursary program known as the Bishop Thomas J. Lobsinger, OMI Memorial Bursary Program is underway. The 2024 program is now receiving applications. We are privileged to offer fourteen bursaries of $1,000.00 each to Catholic students across the Province of British Columbia. These bursaries are made available on a one-time only basis to young practicing Catholic students who are in post secondary education at a recognized institute of higher learning within the Province of British Columbia. Applications are accepted from January 1, 2024, until June 30, 2024 with the bursaries being awarded in the fall. The Terms of Reference may be found on our web site (kofcbc.org) after Jan 1, 2024.

Requests for application should be addressed to:

Christopher Chen – State Bursary Chairman

Knights of Columbus BC Charity Foundation

#333 – 1231 Pacific Boulevard

Vancouver, B.C. V6Z-0E2

Or email: [email protected]

Deadline for requests for application is June 1, 2024.

* Bereavement Support for Those Whose Loved Ones Have Chosen MAiD

Has someone you loved chosen MAiD? We are offering a 4-week support group for those who are grieving the loss of a loved one through Medical Assistance in Dying (also known as MAiD or euthanasia). This small group (8 people) will offer an opportunity to work through some of the complications of this grief with others who have experienced similar situations with family and friends.

This is not about the politics or morality of euthanasia. This is a peer-led group to support each other through our Catholic faith and the mercy of God. We will use scripture, discussions, and reflections to work through the many aspects of bereavement.

On Thursday, June 13, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at John Paul II Pastoral Centre in Vancouver. Registration deadline: Thursday, June 6. Learn more and register at  beholdvancouver.org/events.

* Estate & Memorial Planning Seminar

This free presentation provides general information about the importance of a Will, choosing the right Executor, the Probate, the Power of Attorney, and the tax benefits of charitable giving, plus a few words on healthcare planning.

You will learn about the beauty of the funeral rite and formulating pre-need and funeral arrangements, and receive a complimentary Estate and Memorial Planning Guide, online tools, and practical resources.

On Saturday, June 8, 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at Corpus Christi Parish in Vancouver. Learn more and register at  planning.rcav.org/corpus-christi.

Save the Date

The Men’s Retreat: Sept 20–22, 2024 | RockRidge Canyon, Princeton, BC