Dear Parishioners,

As we approach the end of the liturgical year, our readings this weekend remind us of the “end times”. Scriptures guide us with wisdom on how to approach this season: with faith, vigilance, and trust in God’s eternal plan. In Matthew 24:42, Jesus reminds us, “Therefore, stay awake! For you do not know on which day your Lord will come.” Let this be a call to live in the state of grace, to be ready each day as if He could return at any moment, and to prepare our hearts for the gift of eternal life He has promised.

As we also get close to the Season Advent and a new beginning in our liturgical year, let us use this time to reflect, to renew our commitment to Christ, and to grow in our readiness. Let us live with hearts fully devoted to God, unshaken by the uncertainties of the world, and inspired by the hope of His coming Kingdom. May we find strength in knowing that His love is eternal.

With every blessing,

Fr. Gaston Giacinti.

WEEKLY NEWS

Traditional Latin Mass time change

We are pleased to announce that, starting on Sunday, Dec 1st— the First Sunday of Advent—the Traditional Latin Mass (TLM) will be offered at a new, stable time: Sundays at 12:00 PM.We look forward to meeting you at this new hour.

Fr. Gaston Giacinti, Pastor

Organist -Heribert “Herbie” Michel

This coming Saturday, November 23rd, at 5:30 pm, we will celebrate Mass to honour our beloved parishioner and former organist, Heribert “Herbie” Michel (94). Originally from Austria, Herbie graduated at the top of his class from the prestigious German Academy of Church Music in Regensburg. In 1951, at the age of 20, he made his way to Canada, where he became a cherished member of our community. For 33 years, he served as the organist and choir director at Sacred Heart, sharing his talents and  deep faith with us. Please join us in this special Mass to celebrate his legacy and thank him for his decades of dedicated service.

Advent Turkey Dinner

This year’s Parish Turkey Dinner will be held on Sunday Dec.1 at 5 p.m. at Sacred Heart Church hall. Please join us for a nice meal, fun, community and raffle. The tickets for the event will be on sale at the masses next week.  The cost is $18 per adult and $2 per child (12 years and under). We are looking for any donations towards the raffle table and would also appreciate anything for the dinner deserts.

Please note we are not going to hold tickets and receive payment at the door.  Sunday morning Dec. 1st is the last chance to purchase tickets.

Any questions please contact Ed Genge genge@sympatico.ca 705 875 8045

Christmas Play

The Catholic Missionary Children from our parish along with children from St. John the Baptist school will perform a Christmas Play on the evening of December 13. More details to come. Save the date!

Christmas Concert

Friday Dec 20 at 7pm at Sacred Heart Church by “The Sacred Heart Children’s Choir and bellringers” directed by Mr. Randy Mills and sponsored by the Traditional Latin Mass.

Outdoor Christmas Decorations – Lawn Signs

As Christians we have the call to evangelize, let us use Christmas decorations that talk about the real reason for Christmas, which is the birth of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. The sisters, for their continued fundraiser for a van, will be selling outdoor Christmas decorations (lawn signs – images below) at $20 each, which include a wire H-Stake. To order call 705 977 6279. Take advantage of these meaningful signs for your houses and as gifts for Christmas.  

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 & confessions from 5 to 6:30PM.

Altar Boy Group at Sacred Heart 

1st & 3rd Fridays of the month, 6:15 – 8:30 PM.

Sacred Heart Choir

All voices (including children aged 10+) are invited to join! No previous experience necessary. Please contact Christine by call or text at 343-369-8739 to learn more or to sign up.

D IOCESAN &O THER NEWS:

Save the date—Annual Polish Dinner at Immaculate:  On Saturday, November 23rd at 6:00 p.m. come and enjoy a fantastic feast of roast pork & gravy, mashed potatoes, red beet dish, coleslaw and delicious Polish desserts, in the Immaculate Conception parish hall, 386 Rogers Street.  Adult tickets are $25, children 5-12 are $15 and children under 5-years are free.  Tickets are available after all weekend Masses at Immaculate, or call the office 705-742-5466 to reserve your tickets…they sell out fast! 

Christ the King World Youth Day Celebration

Catholic young adults are invited to the Cathedral of St. Peter-in-Chains (411 Reid Street, Peterborough, ON) on Sunday, November 24th, to take part in World Youth Day as well as the opening of the 2025 Jubilee Year. The Mass begins at 10:30 AM and is followed by a gathering in the student centre for refreshments and a presentation on the 2025 Jubilee Year.

St. Peter’s Cemetery St. Peter’s Cemetery is a not-for-profit organization and offers flower stand rental and watering, monument cleaning and contrary to popular belief, is NOT FULL! There are several burial options available. St. Peter’s Cemetery in Peterborough is looking for a replacement riding tractor to maintain our grounds. If anyone has a used riding tractor for sale, please let us know. For more info or to set up an appointment please contact Alexis Robertson  Stpeterscemetery@bellnet.ca or 705-742-9951