Upcoming Events
FIRST COMMUNION: Sundays during the Easter Season
During the Sunday Masses in the Easter Season, we welcome the young children of our parish to the Lord’s Table for the first time. We share in their joy as they receive the Bread of Life, and we pray that they may be nourished often with this spiritual food as they grow in faith.
COFFEE SUNDAY: following the 10:00 am. Mass.
Our next Coffee Sunday, takes place on May 5, 2024,
following the 10:00 am. Mass.
All are welcome to join us for a time of refreshments
with fellow parishioners.
350TH ANNIVERSARY PILGRIMAGE TO QUEBEC
This year marks the 350th Anniversary of the founding of the Catholic Church in Canada, with the establishment of the Archdiocese of Quebec. To make this occasion, a Diocesan pilgrimage has been planned to take place from July 13th – July 17th, 2024.
CONFIRMATION Wednesday, April 24, 2024 7:00 p.m.
On Wednesday, April 24th we will celebrate the Sacrament of Confirmation with the young people of our community who are presenting themselves to be sealed with the gifts of the Holy Spirit.
EASTER SUNDAY
EASTER SUNDAY
Join us for the celebration of Our Lord’s Resurrection!
We will renew our baptismal promises at each Mass.
EASTER TRIDUUM 2024
EASTER TRIDUUM 2024
Through the Paschal mystery,
the Lord Jesus redeemed the human race
and gave perfect glory to the Father.
By dying, Christ destroyed our death;
by rising he restored our life.
The celebration of the Easter Triduum
is the high point of the Liturgical year.
HOLY WEEK 2024
PALM SUNDAY
During Holy Week, the Church celebrates
the mysteries of salvation accomplished by Christ
in the last days of his life on earth,
beginning with his messianic entrance into Jerusalem.
LENTEN PENANCE CELEBRATION
The Sacrament of Reconciliation (Penance or Confession) is the gives us the opportunity to meet the merciful Christ and to walk together again with him on the path to holiness and eternal life.
FEAST OF SAINT JOSEPH 7:00 p.m. Mass
We will celebrate the patron of our Parish, dedicated to the honour of St. Joseph. The Church directs us to celebrate our patronal feast with solemnity, much as we celebrate Christmas and Easter!
SOLIDARITY PRAYER & SOUP MEAL
SOLIDARITY PRAYER & SOUP MEAL
Join us for our annual celebration of Evening Prayer at 6:30 p.m. in the church, followed by a Solidarity Soup Meal in the Parish Hall on Friday, March 15th.
THE GREAT THREE DAYS Workshop Retreat - March 4, 11 and 18th
Join us for a Three-part Series on the three greatest days of the year!
PRAYER VIGIL FOR PEACE
PRAYER VIGIL FOR PEACE IN THE MIDDLE EAST
There is only one side in this conflict: that of peace”
–Pope Francis
All parishioners are invited to attend a Prayer Service for Peace in Israel and Gaza, sponsored by the Locke Street Churches.
Wednesday, February 21, 2024
7:00 p.m.
First Unitarian Church of Hamilton
170 Dundurn Street South
The service will be livestreamed for those unable to attend.
www.youtube.com/@firstunitarianchurchofhami438
PRAYER FOR PEACE IN THE MIDDLE EAST
God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob,
God of mercy and compassion,
God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ,
God of grace and reconciliation,
pour your power upon all your children in Israel and Palestine:
Jews, Muslims and Christians, Palestinians and Israelis.
Make the violence cease.
Let hatred be turned into love, fear to trust, despair to hope,
oppression to freedom, occupation to liberation.
May the peoples of the Holy Lands beat their swords into ploughshares,
and their spears into pruning hooks,
so that nation shall not lift up sword against nation,
neither shall they learn war any more.
May violent encounters be replaced by loving embraces,
and peace and justice be experienced by all.
We pray for all those who have died in this senseless war,
and for those who mourn their loss.
We pray for all those held hostage and for their families.
Guide the nations in their pursuit of justice and the common good.
Direct us to walk in the shadow of Jesus:
the Way, the Truth and the Life.
Amen.
– Fr. Thomas Rosica, CSB, October 7, 2023.
ASH WEDNESDAY
The season of Lent begins with Ash Wednesday, on February 14th. Lent is the yearly celebration by the Church of its corporate conversion to the Lord, Jesus Christ.
SUNDAY OF THE WORD OF GOD
On Sunday, January 21, 2024 the Diocese of Hamilton, in union with Pope Francis and the universal Church celebrates Sunday of the Word of God, or Bible Sunday.
WEEK OF PRAYER FOR CHRISTIAN UNITY
The week of prayer for Christian Unity is celebrated around the world on January 18-25. This universal week of prayer encourages Christian of all denominations to meet, participate in various liturgical and other community activities, and to pray together that all may be one as Christ desires.
COFFEE SUNDAY
Join us in the Parish Hall for Coffee Sunday
January 7th – the Feast of the Epiphany
following the 10:00 a.m. Mass.
ADVENT PENANCE CELEBRATION
Be sure to join us for our Advent Penance Service.
Let us all prepare our hearts to celebrate the Birth of our Saviour!
CHRISTMAS ANGEL TREE
During Advent, St. Joseph Parishioners are collecting gifts for needy individuals and families in our community.
This Christmas, Take an Angel; Be an Angel!
ST. JOSEPH’S CHRISTMAS BAZAAR!
Join us for our Christmas Bazaar this year!
Saturday, November 18th from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. in the Parish Hall
260 Herkimer Street, Hamilton ON L8P 2H9.
50/50 DRAW
Tickets available after in the church Weekend Masses and at the Bazaar.
RAFFLE PRIZES
Winners to be drawn on Sunday November 19th at 1:00 p.m.
JEWELRY/PURSES/ACCESSORIES TABLE
CRAFT TABLE
BAKE TABLE
PRESERVES TABLE
PLANT TABLE
ATTIC TREASURES BOOTH
BOOK TABLE
ST. JOSEPH CHRISTMAS CARDS
BREAKFAST WITH SANTA
Sunday, November 19th 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Advance tickets only available from Paula at mplinger@gmail.com
Advanced Care Planning and Hospice Palliative Care
We are delighted to welcome Rev. Dr. Matthew Durham on November 9, 2023 to speak to the topics of Health Care, Hospice Care and the decisions we need to make about our health and aging.
NOVEMBER MONTH OF ALL SOULS
During the Month of November, we remember those who have gone before us in death.
Parishioners are invited to write the names of their loved ones who have died in the Book of Life
Introduction to the Bible Program
Join us for a six-week introduction to the Bible. This six-week program includes personal reading, group discussion and a video presentation.
Synod 2021-2024 Prayer Vigil
The Synod of Bishops on Synodality: Communion, Participation and Mission officially begins on Wednesday, October 4th. In preparation for the Synod, Pope Francis is gathering ecumenical representatives for a Vigil of Prayer on Saturday, September 30th. He has encouraged all local churches to gather for prayer in preparation for the Synod.
Our Parish will gather in the church for a on Monday, October 2nd at 7:00 p.m. We will expose the Blessed Sacrament, listen to the Word of God and pray in silence. Our vigil will conclude with Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament at 8:00 p.m.
Be sure to join us and pray for the success of this historic synod in the life of our Church.
Synod on Synodality: Information Gathering
Join us for a brief reflection on the history and theological foundations of synods, learn about Pope Francis’ vision for the present synod on synodality, and how we can be part of this event.
Healing Mass: Anointing of the Sick
The Sacrament of the Sick will be celebrated at all our Masses on the Lord’s Day this weekend: Saturday at 5:00 p.m. and Sunday at 10:00 a.m. We celebrate the sacrament during Mass so that we can surround our brothers and sisters with our prayer.
Coffee Sunday & Ministry Fair
Following all Masses, you are invited to the Parish Hall for fellowship as we begin a new pastoral year. Representatives of parish committees and ministry groups will be on hand to provide information about their participation in our parish life.