St. Joseph & St. Charles' Roman Catholic Parish, Corunna

The church will reopen for Mass on Saturday, February 20th following the same restrictions and protocols as when we closed in December. We will also continue to stream the Mass for those who choose not to attend Mass in person. Bishop Fabbro has granted dispensation from attending Mass until Pentecost Sunday. The Ash Wednesday Mass will be livestreamed on Wednesday, February 17th at 9:30 am.

As we celebrate #FamilyDay, we pray: God in heaven, look upon our family and keep us close to you. Amen.

Father Dan celebrates Mass on the 6th Sunday in Ordinary Time- February 14 2021 https://youtu.be/LNsUuGEoYWY

Deacon Chuck shares his reflection on the 6th Sunday in Ordinary Time. https://deaconchuckblog.wordpress.com//sixth-sunday-of-or/

Sunday, February 14, 2021- 6TH Sunday in Ordinary Time 1st Reading: Leviticus 13.1-2, 45-46 Psalm 32 You are my refuge, Lord; with deliverance you surround me. 2nd Reading: 1 Corinthians 10.31-11.1 Gospel: Mark 1.40-45...Continue reading

READINGS FOR SUNDAY, DEC 13, 2020- 3rd SUNDAY OF ADVENT 1st Reading: Isaiah 61.1-2a,, 10-11 Psalm: Luke 1 My soul shall exult in my God. 2nd Reading: 1 Thessalonians 5.16-24 Gospel: John 1.6-8, 19-28...Continue reading

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On December 8, we celebrate the #Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Why do we celebrate? Because it is a gift that Mary said "yes" to God and bore his Son, Jesus! #prayforus #immaculateconception

Father Dan celebrates Mass on The Solemnity of the Feast of Christ The King. https://youtu.be/21uzbqR7E2E

Father Dan celebrates the 2nd Sunday of Advent - December 6 2020 https://youtu.be/Rt2-pDCMg84

Deacon Chuck's reflection for the Solemnity of Christ The King. Thanks Deacon Chuck for sharing with us. https://deaconchuckblog.wordpress.com//christ-the-king-ye/

READINGS FOR SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 22, 2020 SOLEMNITY OF OUR LORD JESUS CHRIST - KING OF THE UNIVERSE 1st Reading: Ezekiel 34.11-12, 15-17 Psalm 23 The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. 2nd Reading: 1 Corinthians 15, 20-26, 28...Continue reading

"#Generosity that supports the weak, consoles the afflicted, relieves suffering and restores dignity to those stripped of it, is a condition for a fully human life. " Read Pope Francis's message for this year's #WorldDayOfThePoor at https://bit.ly/wdpoor2020

Father Dan celebrates the 33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time - World Day of the Poor - November 15 2020 https://youtu.be/knK3CYMahOI

Deacon Chuck's reflection for the 33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time https://deaconchuckblog.wordpress.com//33rd-sunday-in-ord/

Father Dan celebrates the 24th Sunday in Ordinary Time. https://youtu.be/umeT3q1b87w

THE POPES PRAYER INTENTION FOR THE MONTH OF SEPTEMBER Respect for the Planets Resources: We pray that the planets resources will not be plundered, but shared in a just and respectful manner. To read reflections on the Popes Prayer Intentions, visit www.livingwithchrist.ca READINGS FOR SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 2020 TWENTY- FOURTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME...Continue reading

Today is World Suicide Prevention Day. Reach out if you need help. You matter. Help is available from anywhere in Canada at the National Hotline 1-833-456-4566.... Know who might be struggling? Call them. "You shall love your neighbour as yourself" (Mt 19:19) Local CMHA crisis lines: London-Middlesex 1-844-360-8055 Windsor-Essex 519-973-4435 Elgin & St. Thomas 519-433-2023 Chatham-Kent 1-866-299-7447 Sarnia-Lambton 1-800-307-4319 Huron-Perth 1-888-829-7484 Norfolk 1-866-487-2278

A Prayer for the Beginning of the School Year #catholicTO #backtoschool #firstdayofschool

Father Dan celebrates the 23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time https://youtu.be/pIQ-2UYqawY

Deacon Chucks reflection for the 23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time https://deaconchuckblog.wordpress.com//23rd-sunday-in-ord/

READINGS FOR SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 6, 2020 TWENTY- THIRD SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME 1st Reading: Ezekiel 33.7-9 Psalm 95: O that today you would listen to the voice of the Lord. Do not harden your hearts! 2nd Reading: Romans 13.8-10... Gospel: Matthew 18.15-20 Memorial and Feast Days This Week September 8 Feast of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary The feast originated in the Eastern Church and was commemorated in the West as early as the 5th century. No one is certain where Mary was born, but two traditions have survived from ancient times, one naming Nazareth and the other, Jerusalem. An occasion for praise and thanksgiving, the feast celebrates Marys personal sanctity and vocation as the mother of Jesus. WEEKLY MASSES and INTENTIONS Tuesday, September 8 7:00 pm Marsha OMahony offered by Maureen and Bill Morkin Mass of Thanksgiving offered by Charmaine MacKinlay Wednesday, September 9 9:30 am Wilma McNeill offered by Don and Claudette Sonier Art and Wilhelmina Kraan offered by Rita Murphy and family Thursday, September 10 8:30 am Edmund Chamberlain offered by the parish family Jack McLellan (2nd anniversary) offered by Jackie **Although we are not gathering for Mass every day, Fr. Dan continues to offer private daily masses with scheduled intentions. Friday, September 11 Donald and Connie Hambrook offered by Susan and Tim Workman THE POPES PRAYER INTENTION FOR THE MONTH OF SEPTEMBER Respect for the Planets Resources: We pray that the planets resources will not be plundered, but shared in a just and respectful manner. To read reflections on the Popes Prayer Intentions, visit www.livingwithchrist.ca Season of Creation Jubilee for the Earth September 1st to October 4th This global celebration began in 1989. During the Season of Creation, we unite as one family in Christ, the Christian family, to spend time in prayer, considering ways to inhabit our common home sustainably, and lifting our voices in the public sphere. To find the whole guide go to: seasonofcreation.org Global Calendar of Events: September 1: Creation Day/World Day of Prayer for Creation September 21: International Coastal Cleanup Day October 4: St. Francis Day

Leading up to Season of Creation, we created several resources for related topics like a summary of Jubilee for the Earth, Integral Ecology and Laudato Si Circles. We have made these available for everyone on our website at https://dol.ca/laudato-si

Father Dan celebrates the 22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time. https://youtu.be/GgSy3bvBuZk

Deacon Chucks reflection for the 22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time https://deaconchuckblog.wordpress.com//22nd-sunday-ordina/

READINGS FOR SUNDAY, AUGUST 30, 2020 TWENTY- SECOND SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME 1st Reading: Jeremiah 20.7-9 Psalm: 63 My soul thirsts for you, O Lord my God. 2nd Reading: Romans 12.1-2... Gospel: Matthew 16.21-27 Memorial and Feast Days This Week September 2 Memorial of Blessed Andre Grasset September 3 Memorial of St. Gregory the Great September 4 Memorial of Blessed Dina Belanger WEEKLY MASSES and INTENTIONS Tuesday, September 1 7:00 pm Lillian, Ken and CJ Hagan offered by the Hagan family Norma Arthurton offered by St. Joseph CWL Wednesday, September 2 9:30 am Intention of Maureen Clancy offered by CCR prayer ladies Ferg Murphy offered by Rita and family Thursday, September 3 8:30 am Danielle Flett offered by Janet and Greg Phibbs Bill MacDonald offered by Theresa and Rob MacDonald **Although we are not gathering for Mass every day Fr. Dan continues to offer private daily masses with scheduled intentions. Friday, September 4 Gren Poole offered by Ric and Deb Brown WORLD DAY OF PRAYER FOR THE CARE OF CREATION TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 1, 2020 POPE FRANCIS MESSAGE And God saw that it was good (Gen 1.25) Gods gaze, at the beginning of the Bible, rests lovingly on his creation. From habitable land to life-giving waters, from fruit-bearing trees to animals that share our common home, everything is dear in the eyes of God, who offers creation to men and women as a precious gift to be preserved. Full text can be found: www.vatican.va/content/francesco/en/messages.index.html Season of Creation Jubilee for the Earth September 1st to October 4th This global celebration began in 1989. During the Season of Creation, we unite as one family in Christ, the Christian family, to spend time in prayer, considering ways to inhabit our common home sustainably, and lifting our voices in the public sphere. To find the whole guide go to: seasonofcreation.org Global Calendar of Events: September 1: Creation Day/World Day of Prayer for Creation September 21: International Coastal Cleanup Day October 4: St. Francis Day

There will be NO 12 oclock Mass next Sunday, September 6th (Labour Day weekend). Please take advantage of attending the 5 oclock Mass on Saturday, the 10 AM Mass on Sunday or watch Mass virtually. The 12 oclock Mass will resume on Sunday, September 13th.

Father Dan celebrates the 21st Sunday in Ordinary Time. https://youtu.be/gEQGtUEbRlg

Deacon Chucks reflection for the 21st Sunday in Ordinary Time. https://deaconchuckblog.wordpress.com//21st-sunday-ordina/

RAYJON GOLF DAY - HELP FOR HAITI When: SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 20, 2020 - 1:30 PM SCRAMBLE Where: ST CLAIR PARKWAY GOLF CLUB, MOORETOWN Cost - $50 for 9 holes, cart and dinner ($25 for club members)... *For further info and to register, please contact Fr. Dan Vere at 519-862-1213 or [email protected] * Anyone with dietary issues, please contact the parish office at 519-862-1213

READINGS FOR SUNDAY, AUGUST 23, 2020 TWENTY-FIRST SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME 1st Reading: Isaiah 22.15, 19-23 Psalm: 138 Your steadfast love, O Lord, endures forever. Do not forsake the work of your hands. 2nd Reading: Romans 11.33-36... Gospel: Matthew 16.13-20 Memorial and Feast Days This Week August 24 Feast of St. Bartholomew August 27 Memorial of Saint Monica August 28 Memorial of Saint Augustine August 29 Memorial of the Passion of St. John the Baptist WEEKLY MASSES and INTENTIONS Tuesday, August 25 7:00 pm Gren Poole offered by Karol Smith Wednesday, August 26 9:30 am Laurie Hardy offered by Gloria and Gord Grieve Thursday, August 27 8:30 am Norma Carson offered by the parish family Pat Ryan offered by the parish family **Although we are not gathering for Mass every day, Fr. Dan continues to offer private daily masses with scheduled intentions. Friday, August 28 Teresa Nguyen offered by Cecilia and Aldwin Quinones

LOST AND FOUND These keys and glass case with sunglasses within were found in the church parking lot. Please contact the Parish Office (519-862-1213), if either belong to you.

Father Dan celebrates the 20th Sunday in Ordinary Time. https://youtu.be/Sbhr_5i_3tI

Deacon Chucks reflection for the 20th Sunday in Ordinary Time. https://deaconchuckblog.wordpress.com//20th-sunday-ordina/

READINGS FOR SUNDAY, AUGUST 16, 2020 TWENTIETH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME 1st Reading: Isaiah 56.1, 6-7 Psalm: 67 Let the peoples praise you, O God, let all the peoples praise you! 2nd Reading: Romans 11.13-15, 29-32... Gospel: Matthew 15.21-28 Memorial and Feast Days This Week August 20 Memorial of Saint Bernard August 21 Memorial of Saint Pius X August 22 Memorial of the Queenship of the Blessed Virgin Mary WEEKLY MASSES and INTENTIONS Tuesday, August 18 7:00 pm Rene Rivet offered by Bill and Maureen Morkin Pat Ryan offered by Charmaine MacKinlay and Colette Kocso Wednesday, August 19 9:30 am Agnes Verstraeten offered by Kathryn Keller Bob Murray offered by the parish family Thursday, August 20 8:30 am Frank Van Vliet offered by the parish family **Although we are not gathering for Mass every day, Fr. Dan continues to offer private daily masses with scheduled intentions. Friday, August 21 Betty Murphy offered by Janet Phibbs ***LOST AND FOUND*** A set of keys was found in the south parking lot Saturday, August 1st. Please contact the office to claim them.

Father Dan celebrates the 19th Sunday in Ordinary Time. https://youtu.be/jHPWM2Hm0o0

Deacon Chucks reflection for the 19th Sunday in Ordinary Time. https://deaconchuckblog.wordpress.com//19th-sunday-in-or/

READINGS FOR SUNDAY, AUGUST 9, 2020 NINETEENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME 1st Reading: 1 Kings 19.9, 11-13 Psalm: 85 Show us your steadfast love, O Lord, and grant us your salvation 2nd Reading: Romans 9.1-5... Gospel: Matthew 14.22-33 Memorial and Feast Days This Week August 10 Feast of Saint Lawrence , Deacon and Martyr August 11 Memorial of Saint Clare August 14 Memorial of Saint Maximilian Kolbe August 15 Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary WEEKLY MASSES and INTENTIONS Tuesday, August 11 7:00 pm Valerie Cassin offered by Jim Cassin Special Intention offered by Charmaine and Colette Wednesday, August 12 9:30 am Annette McAneney offered by Maureen and Bill Morkin Intention of Fr. Peter Tuyen Nguyen offered by Cecilia and Aldwin Quinones Thursday, August 13 8:30 am Fred, Alex and Mathilda Bogaart offered by Mary and George Hagan **Although we are not gathering for Mass every day, Fr. Dan continues to offer private daily masses with scheduled intentions. Friday, August 14 Gren Poole offered by Karol Smith Women Vital to Seminaries: Ouellet This is the title of an article appearing in the Catholic Register (May 3 2020). Canadian Cardinal Marc Ouellet, prefect of the Congregation for Bishops, was interviewed about the role of women in seminaries and seminary formation. The interview was published April 24 by Vatican News. The Canadian Cardinal has often advocated for increasing the role of women in the church. As a 2018 Synod of Bishops, he supported further integration of women into ecclesial life. Here are several direct, impactful opinions stated by Cardinal Ouellet in the article. The Church must radically change how priests interact with women, starting by injecting more female voices into priestly formation at seminaries. During formation, it is important that there is contact, discussion, exchanges with women. Having women on seminary formation teams as professors and counsellors would help a candidate interact with women in a natural way, isolating future priests from women is never a good idea, and is no preparation for them entering ministry. I think that for a priest, learning to relate to women in the environment of formation is a humanizing factor that promotes equilibrium in the mans personality and affectivity. It is necessary to develop respect for women and the recognition of their charisms, as well as their equal integration in the life of society and the Church. The complete article can be found in The Catholic Register, May 3 2020. www.catholic register.org

Father Dan celebrates the 18th Sunday in Ordinary Time. https://youtu.be/Nd67ENtgOKI

Deacon Chucks reflection for the 18th Sunday in Ordinary Time. https://deaconchuckblog.wordpress.com//18th-sunday-ordina/

READINGS FOR SUNDAY, AUGUST 2, 2020 EIGHTEENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME 1st Reading: Isaiah 55.1-3 Psalm: 145 You open your hand to feed us, Lord, and satisfy our needs. 2nd Reading: Romans 8.35, 37-39... Gospel: Matthew 14.13-21 Memorial and Feast Days This Week August 4 Memorial of St. John Vianney August 5 Memorial of Blessed Frederic Janssoone August 6 Feast of the Transfiguration of the Lord August 8 Memorial of St. Dominic WEEKLY MASSES and INTENTIONS Tuesday, August 4 7:00 pm Lillian, Ken and CJ offered by the Hagan family Wednesday, August 5 9:30 am Pearl Foster offered by Kathryn Keller Thursday, August 6 8:30 am Gren Poole offered by Karol Smith **Although we are not gathering for Mass every day, Fr. Dan continues to offer private daily masses with scheduled intentions. Friday, August 7 Lillian, Ken and CJ offered by the Hagan family

Father Dan celebrates the Mass on the 17th Sunday in Ordinary Time. https://youtu.be/52oPEh4P16k

Deacon Chucks reflection for the 17th Sunday in Ordinary Time - July 26 2020 https://deaconchuckblog.wordpress.com//17th-sunday-in-ord/

Readings For Sunday, JULY 26, 2020 SEVENTEENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME 1st Reading: 1 Kings 3.5-12 Psalm: 119 Lord, how I love your law! 2nd Reading: Romans 8.28-30... Gospel: Matthew 13.44-52 Memorial and Feast Days This Week July 29 Memorial of St. Martha July 31 Memorial of St. Ignatius of Loyola August 1 Memorial of St. Alphonsus Ligouri WEEKLY MASSES and INTENTIONS Tuesday, July 28 7:00 pm Anne Mullen offered by the MacKinlay family Garry Robbins offered by the MacKinlay family Wednesday, July 29 9:30 am Pat Ryan offered by Cecilia and Aldwin Quinones Thursday, July 30 8:30 am Gren Poole offered by Glenn and Nancy Sonier **Although we are not gathering for Mass every day, Fr. Dan continues to offer private daily masses with scheduled intentions. Friday, July 31 Marg Albert, Tiny Knudsen, Betty Murphy and Eve Kilbreath offered by Janet Phibbs

Father Dan celebrates the Mass for the 16th Sunday in Ordinary Time - July 19 2020 https://youtu.be/IV9Lp_7CQqM

Deacon Chucks reflection for the 16th Sunday in Ordinary Time. https://deaconchuckblog.wordpress.com//16th-sunday-ordina/

Readings For Sunday, JULY 19, 2020 SIXTEENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME 1st Reading: Wisdom 12.13, 16-19 Psalm: 86 Lord, you are good and forgiving. 2nd Reading: Romans 8.26,27... Gospel: Matthew 13.24-43 Memorial and Feast Days This Week July 22 Feast of St. Mary Magdalene July 25 Feast of St. James the Apostle WEEKLY MASSES and INTENTIONS Tuesday, July 21 7:00 pm Pat Ryan offered by Rita Murphy and family Wednesday, July 22 9:30 am Gren Poole offered by Cynthia and Dave Maher Thursday, July 23 8:30 am Ron MacDonald offered by Bill and Maureen Morkin **Although we are not gathering for Mass every day, Fr. Dan continues to offer private daily masses with scheduled intentions. Friday, July 24 A special intention offered by Kit Keller Pastors Pen Greetings everyone. Please continue to pray for each other as well as for good sense in all levels of church and government. Please wear a mask when you are out to protect yourselves and as a sign of our care and stewardship for each other in Gods kingdom. Now that we have re-opened the church, we are confident that we are doing all that we can do to keep our people safe, that we are following all the protocols of both the Diocese and the province. We have shared these protocols with all who come to Mass and to the office. The office will remain closed until we have further direction from the Diocese and then, when we feel we can meet all the protocols laid out by the Diocese. If you wish to meet with a staff member, please make an appointment by calling the office. The Parish staff and I have kept busy during the past 3 1/2 months. We contacted about 100 people to see how they were doing. We upgraded the office space and meeting room and I must say they look spectacular. I painted two sections and will expect to see a large plaque outlining my involvement - just teasing - as I dont know where we would hang it!!! I signed up for a couple courses on addiction last fall and completed three university courses in the middle of June. They were very interesting and relatively easy. The Parish Finance Committee will meet shortly to review our 2020 budget. We applied, collectively with the Diocese, to the Government for funds allocated for assistance related to decreased income due to COVID-19. We are thankful to the parishioners who have continued with their donations to support the operations of our church. I should not sign off without saying how much the parish team has done to get us ready and to keep us safe during these strange and difficult times. Our prayers continue for all of you in every way and every day. Warm and blessed regards Fr Dan

Deacon Chucks reflections for the 15th Sunday in Ordinary Time. Thanks Deacon Chuck for sharing with us. https://deaconchuckblog.wordpress.com//15th-sunday-ordina/

Father Dan celebrates the 15th Sunday in Ordinary Time - July 12 2020 https://youtu.be/2zy4eCcl6jk

Rayjon Summer News; Trail & Ale Run/Walk Virtual Fundraiser Like all other organizations, teams & groups, Rayjon has had to cancel all fundraising events that were organized for much of 2020 due to the restrictions of the Covid 19 pandemic. This necessitated heightened budgeting measures in supporting our programs in Haiti & the Dominican Republic but the restrictions have really stimulated innovative use of funds. But here at home, we have missed the events, the supporters ...and the connections we have made and enjoyed over the years. Its time to get out, albeit within our social bubble, and join together in a new way to support Rayjon. Trail & Ale, our new summer fundraiser, features a 5K or 7K run or walk done anytime from August 8-22, but done virtually. Dont let the term virtual or those #hashtags get you down. All the information is beautifully presented on Rayjons website, www.rayjon.org/trailandale; theres even a small video to explain the virtual part. But here are the basics. You register yourself, or a team of friends, via the lead on Rayjons website. You pay the registration fee. Then because this IS a fundraiser, reach out to your friends & family to sponsor you online via www.raceroster.com. Trust me the website is VERY user-friendly. You pick up your official T-shirt & package and a Refined Fool beer August 8th between 12:00 noon and 7pm at the Refined Fool midtown, 1326 London Rd, Sarnia. For the out-of-towners, we will mail your T-shirt (sorry, not the beer) You run or walk when you choose, where you choose, with whom you choose, any time between August 8 & 22. Only 5K - 7K. 14 days. Easy-peasy There are prizes. Lots of prizes! See the website for prize categories. So get ready to get out and #RunforRayjon at #TrailandAle! Thanks from Rayjon