Parish Office Hours
Tuesday and Wednesday 8am – 4 pm
Closed 12-1 pm for lunch
Reflection from the Word
Reflection from the Word
Matthew 14:28-29
Peter answered him, “Lord, if it is you, command me to come to you on the water.” Jesus said, “Come.”
WHAT’S HAPPENING
UPCOMING EVENTS
St. Mary’s Chairlift Fundraiser
Your Support Is Needed
St. Mary’s Church requires a replacement chairlift to maintain safe and accessible entry to our church and community hall, ensuring that all members of our parish community can participate fully in worship and events.
We are inviting parishioners and our wider faith community to support this important accessibility project. Donations may be made in memory of a loved one, family member, or friend.
Every gift, regardless of size, will be received with sincere gratitude and will directly contribute to making St. Mary’s more accessible, welcoming, and functional for all. To date, we have been successful in raising $45, 000.00 and we need an additional $10, 000.00.
Please consider supporting this important project and helping us continue to build an inclusive and caring faith community.
With your support and God’s blessing, we can ensure that St. Mary’s Church remains safe, accessible, and welcoming to all.
Thank you for your generosity. God bless.
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If people are interested in purchasing a Parish Photo Directory, they may do so at a price of $25 + fee. Please keep in mind that all the parishioners photographed by Universal Portrait Studios will receive a free copy of the directory. Submitted photos do not get a free book.
The Burnt Church Community Centre, will be hosting a series of Lunch and Socials between 11:30 am and 2 pm on August 12th. Come join us and share hamburgers, cheeseburgers, hotdogs, sausages, vegan options and our famous homemade pies. Turn right on the Burnt Church Rd immediately after the 80km/ph speed sign to 326 Church River Road on the right.
Breakfasts all summer long: at Father Morriscy Centre, Bartibog, 9 am-12 noon on: Aug 9, Aug 23 & Sept13. Includes 2 eggs, choice of breakfast meats, brown beans, hashbrowns, toast, juice, coffee & tea. Adult: $12. Children 12 & under: $6. All welcome! 50/50 draw!
4th Annual diocesan High School Youth Rally- All high school youth are invited to join us on Sunday August 16, from 12:30–6:30pm at the Villa Madonna Retreat House for a joyful gathering of faith, friendship, and community. Inspiring talks, small group discussions, food, fun, and Mass with Bishop Christian Riesbeck, CC. To help with food planning please contact Patricia at 506-627-6465 or at catechesis@dioceseofsaintjohn.org
St. Samuel’s Church Jubilee Mass to celebrate its 125th Anniversary on Saturday Sept. 12 at 4 pm. It will be concelebrated by Most Rev. Christian Riesbeck CC Bishop of Saint John, Fr. Sylvanus Omali SMMM, Fr. Peter Aloo SMMM & Retired Priests who once ministered in the Parish-a significant Celebration. During the Mass, The Rite of Installation of Fr. Sylvanus Omali SMMM as Pastor will also take place. Welcome to all SMBP Parishioners. Reception to follow in the Parish Centre. No Mass Sept 12 at St Mary’s at 4:30 pm.
Come & Celebrate the 230TH Anniversary Mass of our Parish at St. Patrick’s Church in Nelson–Miramichi on SUN, AUG 23 at 11 am. A light reception following.
Percy's Place Memorial Walk: on Saturday, September 12, 2026. This special event is both a time of remembrance and a fundraiser supporting Percy's Place's ongoing work and mission. You can either enter a church team and walk together in memory of loved ones, register as an individual walker and dedicate your walk to the memory of someone special or purchase a memorial luminary bag in honor or memory of a loved one. All are invited to participate and give to this great cause.
When there is a Funeral on Weekdays, there is no daily Mass at 12:05 PM. The Mass Intentions will be rescheduled.
Please contact the parish office to schedule baptisms and weddings. You need to provide at least 3 weeks notice for Baptisms 6 months notice for Weddings.
*Reminder the cut off for announcements is Tuesday at noon
WEEKLY EXPOSITION OF THE MOST BLESSED SACRAMENT:
St. Marguerite Bourgeoys Parish
St. Mary’s, the First Saturday at 9:00 am
St. Samuel’s, Miramichi: Last Sunday at 4:00 pm
Sts. Peter & Paul, Bartibog Bridge: Fridays at 9:00 am
This Prayer has been forwarded to us by a Development & Peace committee member and we ask you to pray for our brothers and sisters in Ukraine:
Our Father
Our Father who art in the life of all humans who seek justice because they love their brothers and sisters and because they are your servants.
Hallowed be thy name by all those who stand up for the life of the poor and the humble, who have faith and hope in you, who fight for the respect of their dignity.
Thy kingdom come, thy reign which is freedom and love, brotherhood and justice, right and truth.
Thy will be done, you who are freedom for the prisoners, appeasement for the afflicted, strength for the tortured, liberation and life for those who suffer from violence.
Give us this day our daily bread, the bread of equality and joy, the bread of our word and education, the bread of land and shelter, the bread of food and medical assistance.
Forgive us for not knowing how to share the bread that you give us, forgive our lack of faith and courage, when out of fear, we keep silent.
And lead us not into temptation that makes us conform to the powerful of this world, and that makes us believe that we are powerless to change anything.
But deliver us from the evil within ourselves who invites us to keep our life for ourselves when you invite us to give it. Amen
- Julia Esquivel, Guatemala
Spiritual Act of Communion Prayer
My Jesus, I believe that you are present in the Most Holy Sacrament.
I love you above all things and I desire to receive you in my soul.
Since I cannot at this moment receive you sacramentally,
Come at least spiritually into my heart. I embrace you as if you
were already there and unite myself wholly to you.
Never permit me to be separated from you.
Amen
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MISSION STATEMENT
We are a people called through Baptism to proclaim the gospel of Jesus Christ. Through our gifts (great and small), we build a caring community of faith and prayer which enables us to risk being open and responsive to present and future needs.
OUR WORSHIP SITES.
Saint Samuel’s church
Mass Times: Saturday 4:00 pm;
wednesday & Thursday 9:00 aM
Last Sunday of each month: divine mercy,
rosary and benediction at 4:00 pm
ST. MARY’S
Mass Times: Saturday 4:30 pm
Sunday 10:00 am - Holy Rosary 9:30 am
Tuesday - Friday 12:05 pm
Holy Rosary 11:30 am;
Exposition 1st saturday at 9:00 am
HOLY HOUR: 1st Friday of each month 11am
St. Joachim’s church
mass time: Sunday at 12:00 pm
holy rosary at 11:30 pm
St. Ann’s church
Mass time: Sunday at 12:00 pm;
Sts. Peter & Paul church
Mass Times: Sunday at 10:00 am
Tuesday 9:00am
Friday 9:30am
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