St. Aloysius Church

Today marks the start of the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity which is celebrated around the world. The Diocese of Hamilton has provided a link below to access resources. #WeekOfPrayer

Do you have a child or family member ready to make their First Communion or Confirmation this year at St. Aloysius Church? Online registration is now open for our Spring 2021 Sacraments! Children should be in Grade 2 or older for First Reconciliation/ First Communion and in Grade 7 or older for Confirmation. Visit our website for more details and to register; https://www.staloysius.on.ca/

Today's Gospel comes from Mark 1.29-39; "Jesus cured many who were sick with various diseases." Continue to pray for all who are sick, that God may strengthen them and their caregivers. Click here for today's Mass from St. Aloysius; https://youtu.be/4zhoFFdhsMw #staloysiuskitchener #staloysiuschurch

"Repent and believe in the good news." Mark 1.14-20. If you missed today's Livestream Mass click our YouTube link here; https://youtu.be/BFRhzgp0l5Y #staloysius #staloysiuskitchener #staloysiuschurch

Happy Birthday to our amazing Pastor, Father Melvin! May God bless you with peace and happiness on your special day!

Visit our website for our latest bulletin. Find out about Catechetical correspondence courses for kids, see the Pope's November message, and a new way to support St. Aloysius through online donations via Canada Helps. Click our link for more; https://staloysius.on.ca/ #staloysiuskitchener #staloysiuschurch

A great program through the Hamilton Diocese for people who have lost a loved one. See their link below for details on how to register for their 'Coping with the Holidays' webinar. #dioceseofhamilton

Today's Gospel comes from Luke 12, 54-59. See more below from Vatican News! #GospelOfTheDay #staloysiuskitchener

This weekend there is a special Diocese ‘Combined Collection’ at all Masses. It is for those who missed donating to several charities during the Covid-19 church closures. See more in our latest online bulletin; https://staloysius.on.ca/ #staloysius #staloysiuskitchener

Join us tomorrow morning for our First Friday Exposition and Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament. It starts at 8:30am following our morning Mass. #staloysiuskitchener #staloysius

In his prayer intention for the month of October, Pope Francis calls us to "pray that by the virtue of baptism, the laity, especially women, may participate more in areas of responsibility in the Church. See more in the Pope's video; https://youtu.be/TyeKkYnJnKA #PopeFrancis #octoberprayerintention

Starting next Tuesday, Nov 9th, we are bringing back our Tuesday evening Mass at 7pm. Our other Mass times remain the same; 8am Mondays-Saturdays as well as our Weekend Masses at 5pm Saturdays and 9am, 11am and 7pm on Sundays. #staloysius #staloysiuskitchener

National Catholic Health Care week is coming up October 4th! Find out more in the latest 'Heart to Heart' with Bishop Crosby along with the latest news from the Diocese of Hamilton. #HamiltonDiocese #staloysius

Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at St. Aloysius Parish! #HappyThanksgiving

Pope Francis has published his third encyclical letter, Fratelli tutti (Brothers and Sisters All). It is a call to disrupt our lives and pay attention to the world. The Holy Father urges us to dream together, and dispel the dark clouds of conflicts, suffering, and conformism. See this inspiring video for a brief overview; https://youtu.be/djj434iS0OI #PopeFrancis #Prayer

40 Days for Life will be holding a Campaign of prayer, fasting and prayerful witness beginning on September 23. The Kitchener location is across from Freeport Hospital. Prayerfully consider signing up. Click here for more; https://staloysius.on.ca/40-days-for-life

Have you heard? We will be having our Confirmation and First Communion Sacraments this Fall for those who missed the opportunity this past Spring due to Church closures. Emails and letters have gone out to families with more information. RSVP's are required if you would like to proceed. Please contact the Parish Office for more details; https://staloysius.on.ca/confirmation

His Excellency, Bishop Crosby, is sending an important message to all Parishioners regarding COVID-19 protocols. Please see the link to his announcement below; #dioceseofhamilton

Bishop Crosby's Latest 'Heart to Heart' newsletter is attached. Find out the latest news from the Diocese of Hamilton including the Ordination of 4 new Priests in our Diocese; https://hamiltondiocese.com/latest-heart-to-heart/

Today's Gospel comes from Luke 9.57-62. See more below from Vatican News. #GospelOfTheDay

In his prayer intention for the month of September, Pope Francis calls us to "pray that the planet’s resources will not be plundered, but shared in a just and respectful manner." - Pope Francis, September 2020 https://youtu.be/Ziryacd5vIw #staloysiuskitchener #PopeFrancisPrayerIntention

Do you love to knit or crochet? The St. Aloysius Prayer Shawl Ministry is looking for help with their Fall and Winter projects. They are looking for people to work from home and prepare scarves and other items to donate to those in need in the community. Click our website link for more! https://staloysius.on.ca/prayer-shawl-ministry

Visit our website for our latest bulletin and more! This week find out about some staff news at St. Aloysius, plus updates from our CWL, and their Wednesday morning Rosary group; https://staloysius.on.ca/ #staloysiuskitchener #staloysiuschurch

With the anxiety many are feeling as we head back into the school year, Bishop Crosby offers a prayer and his blessings for a safe return to school. Click here for Bishop Crosby's special video; https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XXsKXhN47y4&feature=youtu.be #backtoschoolblessing #DioceseofHamilton

Spread the word! St. Jerome's University in Waterloo has a job opening for the 'Director of Campus Ministry.' If you know someone who may be interested, click the link for more details; https://www.sju.ca/director-campus-ministry

This Friday morning is our monthly Adoration and Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament. Join us from 8:30-9:30am following our morning Mass. https://www.staloysius.on.ca/calendar #staloysius #firstfridayadoration #staloysiuskitchener

It is hard to believe September is already here! September is the month when CWL Memberships can be renewed at St. Aloysius. They are also looking for new members to join! To find out more about becoming a member, and how to renew your membership, please visit our website link; https://staloysius.on.ca/catholic-womens-league

"The Spirit of the Lord is upon me." Today's Gospel comes from Luke 4.16-30. See more below from Vatican News.

The long-awaited movie; 'Fatima' releases today and is available to screen virtually in Canada. Faith Films has put together more information on how to screen the movie, trailers and more! Click the link for details; https://faithfilms.ca/fatima/

Tomorrow morning, you can pray the Rosary with Cardinal Collins! The last Saturday of every month, Serra International hosts a virtual Rosary for vocations. This month's Rosary will be led by Archbishop of Toronto; Cardinal Collins. Click the link to find out how to join from your computer, tablet or smartphone; https://www.serrainternational.org/international-rosary-voc

We're excited to announce, we have launched our brand new St. Aloysius website today! Check out our new link for the latest Parish news and information; https://staloysius.on.ca/ #staloysiuskitchener #staloysiuschurch #staloysius

Today's Gospel of the Day comes from Matthew 23, 27-32. See more below from Vatican News. #GospelOfTheDay #staloysiuskitchener

The Diocese of Hamilton has put together a Back to School Novena to help families and educators to prepare for the new School Year. Click here for the link to the 9-day Novena; https://hamiltondiocese.com//NovenaInPreparation_2020-2021 #hamiltondiocese #backtoschoolnovena

Today is the Feast Day of St. Bartholomew. #PrayforUs

The Gospel of the Day comes from Matthew 20, 1-16a. See more below from Vatican News. #staloysius #GospeloftheDay

Please note, our office will be closed next week. If you have an urgent Pastoral need during that time, you can call our office as our phones will be monitored. #staloysius #staloysiuskitchener