Then repay to Caesar what belongs to Caesar
and to God what belongs to God
Highlights
The province has mandated mask use indoors in all public buildings, including churches. A mask will be offered to you if you are not wearing one. If you have an exemption, you are not required to provide proof or explanation of that exemption, simply enter as you normally would. To read more about this, please see the FAQ page on the Grey Bruce Public Health Website.- Please be understanding and respectful to those who are not wearing a mask. There are many valid reasons why someone may not be wearing one.
- If you lost a loved one in the past year, consider coming to our All Souls Day Mass on November 2nd at 6:30pm. Submit their name and photo to us by email so that we can recognize them during the celebration.
- Mass is now being offered at 9am and 11am on Sundays. Those with small children, special seating needs or disabilities are encouraged to register.
This Sunday's Mass
Readings
Matthew 22:15-22
Discussion Questions
- Caesar’s coin has his image on it. Whose image is on us?
- What does it mean to “give to God what belongs to God”? What do you think Jesus is referring to?
Weekend Mass Intentions
Saturday, October 17th
- Francis Garvey & the living & deceased members of the Garvey family – Mary
Sunday, October 18th
- 9 am Harold Weber – Helen & Family
- 11 am For all the people of the parish
Weekday Mass Intentions
There is no mass Tuesday or Wednesday this week.
Thursday
- Cajetan Pinto – his son Caracid Pinto
- Intentions of Gert Meyers – Jean Trafford
- Intentions of Dina Aarts – Annie Aarts
- Intentions of Terry King – Mom & Dad
- Intentions of Richard Binden & siblings – mom
Friday (Sprucewood @ 10:30am)
- Eileen Waechter – Agnes Waechter
This Sunday’s Live Stream
Events this week
- Men’s Small Group | Tuesday at 7:30pm
- Alpha week 4 | Wednesday at 6:30pm
- St. Vincent de Paul Outreach | Thursday at 1:30pm
Parish News
All Souls day Mass | November 2 at 6:30pm
Families and Friends of a loved who who passed away in the past year are invited to attend Mass at 6:30pm on Monday, November 2. Please submit the name and a photo of the deceased person by emailing it to sam@holyfamily.ca.
During the prayers of the faithful, your loved one’s image will be shown and their name called out, as you or someone you designate will come forward and light a candle from the Baptismal candle.
Parish Retreat - Save the Date!
Operation Christmas Child
Curbside pick up event!
The OCC team asks you to bring your filled shoeboxes on November 1 from 4:30pm to 10:00pm. They will collect them from you and store them for shipment.
Boxes need to be back before November 8, 2020
Other ways to help
Children receiving First Sacraments
Although registration is now closed for Fall 2021, you can complete registration for First Communion and First Reconciliation for Spring 2021.
Canadian Food for Children - October Requests
Canadian Food for Children operates with volunteers – unlike most charities there are no wages or overhead expenses. Food (non-perishable)is the greatest need, but donations of good quality items and clothing, especially children’s clothing are also accepted. Each month we highlight additional needs.
October: Food (rice, pasta, oatmeal, milk powder, crackers, canned tomato products, salt, canned meats) good used clothing & shoes / Hygiene items / Household (dish detergent, string, candles, scrub brushes, tents, large tarps, dish towels, linens)
Donations can be dropped off in the Lenhard Room Cupboard. Your gifts of love will go to the poorest of poor, via established missions in many countries. Thank you
St. Vincent de Paul Christmas Hampers
Christmas still seems far away, but this is the time when the Vincentians have to start planning for the Christmas hampers for the less fortunate in our community. If you, or someone you know, needs a hamper for Christmas, please call the parish office. We always hear in the gospel how much Jesus loves the poor, so please, do not be shy, it is our privilege to help.
Milk Bags being collected
Volunteers are ready to gather again to turn milk bags into mats for the poor. We are accepting your donations of clean milk bags. Please drop them off in the Lenhard Room cupboard.
The team gathers at 1pm ever Second Wednesday in the Lenhard Room. Please join them!
Capital Campaign
The Capital Campaign committee has expanded and is meeting again. Its members are: Mark Ducharme (chair), Jennifer Dimeck, John Hunt, Diane McNichol, Niki Billington, Jim Zettel, Tony Zettel, Father Emmanuel and Sam Zettel.
Many ideas and dreams for the campaign are being discussed and evaluated. Please watch here for updates as they come.
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament
Adoration is available Thursdays from 6pm to 7pm. Please consider making this your weekly adoration hour!
Sacrament of Reconciliation
The Sacrament of Reconciliation is now available from 45-minutes before to 20-minutes before Mass, and is being celebrated in the Adoration Chapel.
Weekday Mass
- Tuesday at 7pm
- Wednesday at 9am
- Thursday at 7pm
- Friday at 9am
Recent Media
Office Open - but please call or email ahead
Staff have returned to the office to serve you once again. Please call or email ahead of time if you’d like to come to the office.
Donate by e-transfer
You can send e-transfers to donate@holyfamily.ca from your online banking portal or mobile app.
Visit holyfamily.ca/donate for all donation options.
In Memory
Melanie Craig
Many will remember Melanie as a friend, active community member and as a teacher. She passed away suddenly this week.
Community News
Get in touch with our team
(519) 364-1973
Call us!
Our Address
352 10th Avenue Hanover, ON N4N 2N6
General Inquiries | info@holyfamily.ca
Cheryl Chornaby
Pastoral Associate
Caring Ministries
Ministry to the sick and shut-in
