Highlights:
Mark your calendars! Three Major Feasts for Sept:
- 14th of September: The Exaltation of the Holy Cross
- There will be a 7 pm evening Mass on MONDAY, Sept. 14th and the opportunity for a blessings with a Relic of the True Cross
- 15th of September: 7 pm Mass celebrating “Our Lady of Sorrow” the prime devotion for the month
- 29th of September: Feasts Archangels
Parish BBQ & Afternoon of Fellowship Sunday, September 20, 1-4 pm
St. Anne – St. Francis Xavier – Holy Family Parish
PARISH PICNIC – BBQ & Afternoon of fellowship
Sunday, Sept. 20, 1 – 4 pm Location: Hanover Pavilion + Splash Pad* weather permitting
Kid’s Activities & Games – Face Painting
FREE B.B.Q. (sponsored by the K of C) beginning at 1 pm If you like – bring snacks or dessert to share
Organized by the Knights of Columbus All are welcome!
CWL News
REMINDER Summer’s over ladies, time to stop daydreaming on the beach and get back into the swing of things again. Ease gently back to earth by coming to the CWL meeting on Monday. Father Upendran will be at the meeting to speak to us and we’ll have a fun craft activity. Mass is at 7 pm, our meeting will follow after Mass. Hope to see you for a fun night on Monday the 14th September.
Change for Charity – Proceeds to Saugeen Hospice
Thank you for your donations to our change jar out the 2nd Sunday of the Month at Holy Family.
The Lamp of the Lord’s Presence! We are extending an invitation to offer an intention for the burning of the Sanctuary Candle for a week. The cost of the lamp will be $10. and the intention will be announced (if desired) More details in The Catholic Kazoo No.03-2026 All three churches can participate – contact the parish office. This week’s lamp at Holy Family is being offered for the special intentions of Marlene – The Grandchildren
Exciting St. Francis Xavier News It is with great thankfulness that St Francis Xavier Parish, Carlsruhe receives a gift from the One Heart One Soul Project for $97,000. In accordance with the original parameters of the project the funds will be directed towards completion of the renovations to the parish hall and then towards other capital projects. The other priority projects will likely include repairs to the original exterior windows in the stained glass rose windows, and repairs to the clerestory windows above the nave of the church. A sincere ‘thank you’ to all who donated to OHOS and who have helped maintain our little parish. We gratefully pray for continued blessings and ongoing support.
Home to Home Visitation by the Immaculate Heart of Mary We have began this visitation of Our Lady. More details in The Catholic Kazoo No.07-2026. If you would like to sign up for a visit, please contact the parish office.
Card Party on Tuesday Afternoons – starting up again on Sept. 15
All are welcome Join with others for a friendly game of euchre or solo on Tuesdays at 1:30 pm, in the Holy Family Lenhard Room. Bring a friend. $2. Admittance
Upcoming Fire Drills Each church will have an annual fire drill as per Diocesan direction. It will take place on the weekend of September 26/27
Sat. Sept. 26 St. Anne, Chesley following 4 pm Mass
Sat. Sept 26 Holy Family following 6 pm Mass
Sun. Sept 27 St. Francis Xavier, following 11 am Mass
An announcement on procedure will be made prior to the drill and people will be previously assigned to guide the congregation to appropriate exits.
Mark your calendar: Hanover Life Chain – Sun. Oct. 4th Main St. 2 – 3 pm
The Hanover Missionary church will host prayers prior to at 1:3- and a reception following. All are welcome
Cursillo Weekend 2026 Women’s Weekend is Thurs Oct. 15-18, 2026
We all know God, but how many of us truly know God on a personal and intimate level?
A three day Cursillo weekend, which is a short review of Christianity, is designed to help you on that journey. Beginning on Thursday night and ending Sunday afternoon, through a series of talks by lay people and clergy, Celebration of Mass & Reconciliation, you will get to take a closer look at yourself, God, and others. So, if you are an woman, 19 years of age or older, and are open to a closer relationship with our God and Saviour, consider a Cursillo. Cut off date for registration is October 1.
For more information, please contact Tony or Colleen at 519-496-8114
Adoration Chapel Open Hours: 3 DAYTIME HOURS
Tuesdays 3-4 pm, Thursdays 10-11am, 11- 12 noon & 1-2 pm Please contact the office to learn more. Thank you
George Benninger is seeking support for his project to help the people of Cuba. Please note this is not a parish/diocesan collection, but a personal invitation from George.
My name is George Benninger a member of this parish.
What would you do, if your parents, children, relations or neighbours only had electricity 2 hours a day, and sometimes none for 72 hours. They could only have 1 light meal a day or none at all. Many of daily necessities and medication is not available.
This is now occurring in Cuba. I visit there 2 times a year to help the local church and people. But with your help and with your gift of unconditional love, charity and support towards are brothers and sisters in need, we can do more.
I myself with be going there in a few weeks and will be there for one month to help where I can. Some information of the church renovation I have been involved with is in an ad on the back of this bulletin. I also am available to answer any questions you have; my contact information is available in the printed bulletin or from the parish office. You yourself in your heart know what you can do to help. Now ask yourself; what will you do? Thank you
Mildmay Sacred Heart Parish Bazaar on Wednesday, September 16th at the Mildmay-Carrick Recreation Complex from 7-9 pm. All kinds of booths, draws and games. Free admission. Fun for the whole family!
Reflection on Today’s Gospel
Re-read Matthew 18: 21-35
How can we forgive, yet not
encourage, irresponsibility?
In refusing to be merciful to others, what do we deny ourselves?
How can you forgive someone from the distant past who hurt you deeply?
What is the connection between forgiveness, health and wholeness?
Mass Intentions
Located at Holy Family Church unless otherwise indicated:
Monday 7 pm Mass Exaltation of the Holy Cross
Intentions of Harry Terpstra – Mom
Tuesday 7 pm Mass Our Lady of Sorrows
Dawn Payne – Stephanie
Bonnie Kraus – Gary & Paula Agombar
Wednesday 9 am Mass Saints Cornelius, Pope & Cyprian, Bishop, Martyrs
Intentions of Stephanie Payne – Charlene Eckensweiler
Thursday Saints Robert Bellamine & Hildegard of Bingen
10:30 am Mass Location: Villa (The Village)
Hugh & Irene Chornaby – Family
7:00 pm Mass
John, Rita & David Dosman – The Estate
Friday (Includes School Community)
9:15 am Mass
Maria Catalano – Tom Hinsperger
Int. of Jeff – Mom
Int. of Jim & Pat Zettel – F.J. Gross
Int. of Paula Agombar – A friend
Int. of Dave, Jake & Michele Blais
Int. of Mary DelGuidice – A friend
Saturday 10 am at St. Anne, Chesley
Funeral Mass for Bernard Cotter
SUNDAY LITURGIES ( Sept. 19/20)
25th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Saturday Vigil Masses
6:00 pm
Ken St. Marie – Joel & Rose Cote
Sunday,
9 am Mass For all the people of the Parish & Parish Missions
11 am Mass – Location: St. Francis Xavier, Carlsruhe
In Thanksgiving, 65th Wedding Anniversary of Bob & Pat Poechman
