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Parish Office Hours

Tuesday and Wednesday 8am – 2:30pm

Thursday 9:30am-2:30pm.

WHAT’S HAPPENING

UPCOMING EVENTS

Matthew 11:28-30 Matthew 11:28-30 Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.
Prayers for those attending Steubenville Atlantic.
1. For the youth attending Steubenville Atlantic this weekend, that they may be consumed by the fire of the Holy Spirit, growing in faith, hope, and love, and discovering their identity as beloved sons and daughters of God.
2. For the peer leaders and LEAD participants, that their witness may inspire others to deeper discipleship, and that they may be strengthened in their mission to lead with humility, courage, and joy.
3. For the chaperones, that their presence may be a reflection of Christ’s love and guidance, and that they may be renewed in their own faith through this experience.
Envelopes for Cemetery giving for 2025: Please use your Cemetery envelopes for the month of June.
Sunday Missals: We have some Sunday Missals still available. Please contact Jeannie at the office for yours today.
Thank you to all who travelled from Miramichi to help me celebrate my 50th birthday. Your presence at the Mass and Reception was a true blessing. Thank you to those who sent cards and kind regards. I am grateful to each and every person for your love, support, and gifts. it was a tremendous day and the memories will remain with me always. May God bless and keep each of you. Fr. Godwin Kalu, SMMM.
Strawberry Social: will be held at the Historical Society of Church River Inc on the corner of Burnt Church and Church River Roads. July 12th from 2-4 pm. All are welcome.
Character Matters Miramichi presents "Old Roots, New Blossoms," a guided storytelling event held Sundays from June 15 to August 31 (12–2pm) at Middle Island Irish Historic Park. Captain John Mount Thain recounts the tragic voyage of the famine ship Looshtauk and the refugees' ordeal on Middle Island. Written and performed by Thomas Daley; Tickets are $15.
Saints Peter & Paul Hearty Breakfast: We will be serving a hearty breakfast of 2 eggs, 2 meats, home fries, toast, juice, tea/coffee at $12 Adults, $6 children on July 6, July 27, Aug 17, Sept 7 from 9 am-12 pm.
St. Andrew’s United Church Riverside Cemetery Service will be held on Monday, July 21st at 7:00 p.m. at the cemetery. People are invited to bring a lawn chair.
68th Miramichi Folksong Festival August 1-4 . Reservations can be made for the first setting of the noon luncheon on August 1st for 11:30am. Call Susan at 506-622 1780
Suppers: Good Shepherd Parish has a couple fall suppers booked and a summer cold plate take out and a breakfast. Our Lady of the Annunciation Church at 714 Main St Doaktown is having a cold plate take out on Sunday August 3, pick up 12-2. Tickets can be purchased in advance by contacting the office, but not necessary $15 adult, children under 12 $8. St Raphael’s Church 105 Main St Blackville is having a roast beef supper on September 14,4-6 adults $17 and children under 12 $10. St Bridget's Church 11 St Bridget's Cres Renous is having a turkey supper on Sunday October 5, 3-6.
The Annual Shrine Mass at Our Lady of Mount Carmel will be held Sunday July 13, 3pm. Why not add this pilgrimage to your Jubilee Year to do list. Any questions please contact Cassie at goodshepherdparish92@yahoo.com or 506-843-2210.
SPECIAL MEMORIAL MASS – SUNDAY, JULY 20TH – 11 am – ST. PATRICK’S CHURCH – In conjunction with the Miramichi Irish Festival (July 17-20, 2025) a special memorial mass will take place at St. Patrick’s Church on Sunday, July 20th at 11 am to remember the Irish immigrants who perished on board the Looshtauk vessel during the spring voyage of 1847 due to Typhus fever and for those who perished during quarantine shortly after their arrival on Middle Island. The mass will also commemorate the loss of our local Miramichi residents and physicians who helped the sick and destitute Irish immigrants during that summer of tribulation. A brief recap of history will be shared by Dr. Shawn McCarthy, followed by tea, coffee and a light reception in the Parish Center. Hope to see you there!!!
Thank You for Supporting Our Youth! We are incredibly grateful for your generous support in helping offset the cost for youth in our diocese to attend Steubenville Atlantic. Thanks to your contributions and the hard work of our young people through fundraising, we’re excited to share that two busloads of youth will be heading to Halifax this July! How Can You Continue to Help? 1.Join us in prayer! Let’s lift up all the youth attending Steubenville Atlantic by joining a 14-day prayer campaign starting June 27. We’ll be praying together through the Hallow App, interceding for a powerful and faith-filled weekend. Register here: hallow.app.link/6VcJtKkdSTb Sign up now to receive daily updates and reminders directly to your phone through the app. 2. Continue to support financially - Donations are still being accepted to help cover remaining costs for those needing some financial assistance. You can give online through the Diocese website by visiting: www.dioceseofsaintjohn.org/donations Please indicate your donation is for Steubenville Atlantic.
The Holy Spirit is Moving! We are witnessing something beautiful: the Holy Spirit is stirring hearts and building a vibrant youth movement in our diocese. Through events like Steubenville Atlantic, our young people are encountering Christ, growing in faith, and becoming leaders in their parishes and communities. Your prayers and support are helping to ignite this fire—thank you for being part of this mission!
Attention high school students! Join Catholic teens at Steubenville Atlantic at Dalhousie University, Halifax, from July 11-13, 2025 to evangelize, equip, and empower those aged 14-18 (grades 9-12). Register by June 13, 2025. Registration fee: $350.00 (including transportation) with a $50 non-refundable deposit. For financial assistance, please check with your parish about fundraising opportunities or contact Patricia Lee at catechesis@dioceseofsaintjohn.org or text 506-627-6465.
The Annual Shrine Mass at Our Lady of Mount Carmel will be held Sunday July 13, 3pm. Why not add this pilgrimage to your Jubilee Year to do list. Any questions please contact Cassie at goodshepherdparish92@yahoo.com or 506-843-2210.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY – The Diocese of Saint John is seeking a highly motivated, organized and detail-oriented individual who is interested in working in a faith-based Roman Catholic organization as the Director of Finance and Administration. This rewarding and meaningful permanent full-time position is a key leadership role responsible for the oversight of financial services, human resources, information technology, buildings and maintenance, safeguarding of assets, development/fundraising, and a team of three. The ideal candidate will bring a professional accounting designation and post-secondary degree combined with many years of senior financial leadership experience, experience managing and leading people, experience and knowledge in accounting, financial management, budgeting, and financial reporting, a solid understanding of the Catholic Church’s structure and fluency with Catholic values and culture. Some experience in leading/guiding human resources, technology, property management, treasury/investment management and familiarity with not-for-profit accounting standards and reporting is an asset. To express interest in this opportunity, please send a cover letter and resume to hr@dioceseofsaintjohn.org. The Diocese will begin to consider applications on June 27 and will continue until a candidate has been successfully appointed.
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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