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Marian Veneration: Firm Foundations by Francis Cardinal Arinze was written both for those devoted to the Blessed Mother and those who do not yet know her. It provides a solid foundation for Marian veneration that can benefit all Christians, regardless of their church affiliation.
 
September is the month devoted to the Sorrowful Mother. Visit the shop today for our selection of books and other items to help meditate on our Mother’s example of redemptive suffering.

2017 is the Centennial of Our Lady of Fatima! There is a variety of products available until October to help spread the message of repentance.

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For Parishes at the Service of the Mission

This month’s intention is for parishes at the service of the mission: "That they not be simple offices, but that animated by a missionary spirit, may be places where faith is communicated and charity is seen."

Parish Bulletin 
for Sunday September 17 
- Twenty-fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time - click here

Employment Opportunity - Assistant Manager Book & Gift Shop

Saint Patrick Basilica Parish is seeking an experienced Assistant Manager for its Book & Gift Shop.  The position is a full-time permanent position offering a competitive salary and benefits. The Assistant Manager reports to the Manager and works collaboratively with other parish employees in accounting and maintenance. The Assistant Manager is responsible for assisting the Manager in the daily operations and profitability of the Shop according to its mission, setting goals and business objectives. For the job description, click here. Interested candidates should send their application by email to info@basilica.ca. No phone calls please.

Pro-Life Information Meeting 

In the Scavi on Wednesday, September 20th from 6:00-8:00 p.m.  It will present updates and important news on pro-life issues.  All are welcome.  Sponsored by Saint Patrick Basilica and Campaign Life Coalition. Info: Edna and Ambrose Atkins 613-733-2022 and Campaign Life Coalition 613-729-0379.

Employment Opportunity - Housekeeper/Cook (full-time)

The parish is seeking to hire a Housekeeper/Cook. This is a full-time permanent position with salary and benefits, subject to a probation period. For the job description, click here. Please send your resume and two work-related references to the Parish Office at info@basilica.ca, or by fax to 613 234-8667. We thank all who send a resume but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please.

Adult Faith Formation

If you are considering becoming a better Catholic or are interested in exploring your faith more fully with others, here is a place where you can belong, deepen your faith, and become all that God has planned for you!  Please call Harry at 613-730-5256 or contact the Parish Office. The program is held Mondays from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Further details are available on the bulletin boards,

Choristers Sought!

Come Sing With Us! Saint Patrick's Basilica's Music Ministry is in need of new singers to join us for the fall term. Basilica Choir: 11:00 a.m. Sunday Mass (Adult singers) - Adoremus Choir: 12:15 p.m.  Sunday (Adult singers) - Youth and Children's Choir: 9:30 a.m. Mass. For more information contact Francesca Bailey at (613) 233-1126 x 561 or come up to the choir loft after 12:15 p.m. Mass on Sunday.

That Man is You!  

The Knights of Columbus at Saint Patrick's Basilica will be running this acclaimed program for Catholic men beginning on Saturday, September 16th.  The program begins at 8:15 a.m. with continental breakfast and ends by 9:45 a.m.  All men ages 18 and up are encouraged to attend.
For more information see, http://paradisusdei.org/that-man-is-you/

Spaghetti Dinner

The Knights of Columbus are sponsoring a spaghetti dinner Saturday, September 30, at 6:00 p.m. Tickets are available after Masses, Saturday afternoon and Sunday morning.

September 17, 2017

Dear Brothers & Sisters in Christ,

This weekend, we are conducting our elections for the two new members for the Parish Pastoral Council.  The profiles of our six candidates remain available in the Baptistery and in the Scavi to assist you in making your choices.

In coming days, we will be having our first meetings of our Pastoral Council and of our Finance Council who will be discussing parish life in the coming months.  Please do not hesitate to speak with any member of our Councils with respect to their particular areas of responsibility.  ....
In this era when conflict, and violent actions, occur in the name of religion, it is important for us to continue to be aware of the people of faith who do not share our faith in Jesus Christ but are in our midst.  In the coming week, on Wednesday September 20, people of the Jewish faith will be celebrating at sundown the beginning of the Jewish New Year, Rosh HaShannah.  It is good for us to remember that we acknowledge, in the First Eucharistic Prayer (the Roman Canon) “… the sacrifice of Abraham, our father in faith…”, the roots of faith which we share with the Jews.
- Fr. Kevin
   ... click here to read the complete Message.