“Come,” my heart says, “seek his face!” Your face, Lord, do I seek. Psalms 27:8
Sunday November 02, 2025
Message From Our Pastor & News
WEEKLY NEWS
NO MASSES on November 4th 5th and 6th
Due to Clergy Studies.
Friday Adoration at Sacred Heart
Every Friday there is adoration of the Blessed Sacrament at Sacred Heart in reparation for the offences made to the Sacred Heart of Jesus from 1:30 to
6:30PM and confessions from 5:00 to
6:30PM.
Catholic Missionary Children Oratory
All children ages 7 to 10 are invited on Saturdays to join the CMC at St. John the Baptist church at 10 am. For info contact Sr. Inmaculada 705 977 6410 or stjohnandsacredheart@gmail.com
Christmas Play Audition: There will be an audition to join the cast for the Christmas play on November 8th10:45am-12:30pm for children 7-10years old. For info text Sr. Inmaculada 705 977 6410
RCIA – Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults
RCIA classes will be conducted every Thursday at the basement of Sacred Heart Rectory from 6:00-7:30pm. Please contact M. Almah for more information. stjohnandsacredheart@gmail.com
Sacramental preparation –
First Holy Communion Classes– Every Wednesday 5:30pm at St. John the Baptist Church.
Confirmation Classes –Every Thursday at 3:45pm at St. John the Baptist.
Rosary Group- Please join the Rosary group which meets every Thursday at 1:30 to pray the rosary for the needs of the Universal Church.
Fr. Gaston out of town
Oct 16 to Nov16: in Argentina (home) for vacations. Fr. Andres Ayala will be covering from Oct 28th to Nov 17th
All Souls Day
On Sunday November 2nd we will celebrate All Souls’ Day -the Commemoration of all the Faithful Departed, in which we pray for our beloved departed ones and for those who have died and have no one to pray for them. We will have the regular Sunday Holy Masses at Sacred Heart
9:00 a.m and St. John the Baptist at 10:30 a.m. Please be reminded to drop the All Souls’ Day envelopes with the names of those you want us to pray for in the offertory basket, extra envelopes may be found at the entrance of the church.
Turkey Dinner
This year’s Turkey dinner will be held on Nov.30 at 5p.m. Tickets will be available after masses. The cost is $18 for adults and $2/youth.
We are holding a planning meeting for anyone who would like to help. The meeting will be held at Sacred Heart Church basement Tuesday Nov.4 at 9:30am. Any help with the dinner and preparations would be appreciated. We will also be accepting any donations for the raffle table. Any questions please contact Ed Genge 705-875-8045.
DIOCESAN &O THER NEWS
Mariology 101—An Introduction to Mary- Monday evenings at Sacred Heart Church Hall, Peterborough, from 7:00-8:30 p.m.Oct 20-Mar. 30, 2026. Cost of the course is $50.00. Please contact Sister Dorothy Nzekwe for more information. srdorothy@solisisters.ca. or call at 705-313-6905.
Come and See at St. Peter’s Seminary
St. Peter’s Seminary in London, ON, will be hosting a Come and See Weekend on November 21st-23rd. The retreat is open to men who are over 18 years old. The retreat begins on Friday evening at 7pm and finishes on Sunday at 1pm. Space is limited, so register asap! Those who register are also being asked to inform Fr. Stephen DeCarlo at: FrStephenDecarlo@peterboroughdiocese.org
Registration link: https://stpetersseminary.ca/come-and-see-event/
PROJECT RACHEL RETREAT
Upcoming retreat will be held at St. Mary of Egypt Refuge from November 14 to 16. Project Rachel offers healing and strength to women who are hurting as a result of a past abortion experience and does so in a confidential and caring way. For more information about Project Rachel and how to register, check out the St. Mary of Egypt Refuge website.
Deacon Formation Program Fall 2026
Next Program will be starting up in September 2026. This is a 4-year program open to men aged 35-62 who are discerning a call to become a deacon. if you think you are interested. Direct any inquiries to Dcn. Bill Radigan at the Diocesan Pastoral Centre: billradigan@peterboroughdiocese.org
St. Joseph’s, Bowmanville
Catholic Women’s League Fall Bazaar. Please join us for shopping, fun and festive cheer. Baked goods, penny table, books, knitted goods, Christmas treasures and tea room! Saturday, November 8th 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM.
Employment Opportunity
The Diocese of Peterborough is looking for a Stewardship and Development Officer. Further details available on the diocesan website https://www.peterboroughdiocese.org/en/about-us/employment-opportunities.aspx
St. Alphonsus Liguori CWL Christmas Bazaar
Saturday, November 8th, 9am – 1pm, Parish Hall 810 Frank St., Ptbo.Come enjoy our tearoom. Shop our beautiful hand-made crafts, Christmas urns, bake table, religious items, hostess gifts, books, plants, new to you items and a raffle table!Children welcome. All proceeds support CWL charities.
Mass of Remembrance for PVNC Deceased Members
Please join us for the Mass of Remembrance for deceased PVNC members. Wednesday November 12, 4:30 pm at the Cathedral of St. Peter-In-Chains. Reception to follow in the Knights of Columbus Hall.
“SOLIDARITY Mass for the Jubilee Day of the Poor” Please Join Solidarity Mass with Bishop Miehm. This is a Vatican Initiative. Sunday, November 16 at 11: 00am.Light Lunch of Soup, Bread, and Refreshments will be served at St. Joseph Church127 Liberty St. South Bowmanville.