Good morning,
Mass and adoration are planned to go ahead as usual, Wednesday Feb. 4th.
Mass Schedule
SATURDAY SERVICES
Every Saturday 4PM
SUNDAY SERVICES
Every Sunday at 10:30AM
WEEKDAY MASSES
Tuesday - Thursday at 10AM
Friday at 7PM
(Please check bulletin for changes)
RECONCILIATION
Saturdays - 2:15 pm – 3:45 pm
Sundays – 9:30 am – 10:00 am
Wednesdays - 10:30 – 11:30 am
or by appointment
ADORATION
Wednesday 10:30-11:30AM
First Wednesday of Month 10:30AM-8PM
Our Pastor
Father James Fleming
Basilica Livestream
Mass at the Basilica is live streamed each morning at 9:00 am at http://www.thebasilica.net/.
Adoration at Basilica from 11-12 each day
Also Visit The Basilica Church
From The Archdiocese
Official Notifications of Extinctive Union of Parishes
For further information email RCSJ
Spiritual Reading List
Available on the Faith Formation Page
From The Vatican
Pope Leo XIV
The Relic of Saint
Carlo Acutis
Events and Announcements
ALL DAY ADORATION-Wednesday, Feb. 4th
St Edward’s Parish will have all-day adoration of the Blessed Sacrament on the first Wednesday of the month. The adoration will follow the 10am Mass and continue until 8:00pm. During this time the church will be open for visitation and prayer. To ensure that there is always someone with the Blessed Sacrament we need three people to sign up for each hour. The sign-up sheet is at the back of the church.
You may contact Cathy White (709-691-4920) if you have any questions.
PARISH SOCIAL
The next Parish Social is scheduled for Sunday, February 8th following 10:30 Mass. We look forward to seeing you there.
Information on “Planned Charitable Giving”, February 11th 7pm
More than ever, parishioners are needed to help ensure that our parishes continue to thrive for generations to come.
Edward Martin of Caritatis Wealth Management will be hosting a presentation for
St. Edward Parish, Tuesday, February 11th at 7pm in the Parish Hall.
Ed will help us understand how you don’t have to be a millionaire to make a difference. This will include valuable insights on planned charitable giving and ways to maximize tax benefits. Please come join us for this informative presentation on how anyone can leave a financial legacy to St. Edward’ Parish.
Please RSVP to the parish office (709 834-9481 or stedwardsparish@rcsj.org) so we can plan accordingly for seating.
33 DAYS TO MORNING GLORY RETREAT
St. Edward’s Parish is offering Stage One of the Hearts Afire Program, 33 Days to Morning Glory retreat beginning Saturday, February 14th to March 21st , 2026. The group will meet once per week on Saturday at 10:30 am to 12 noon.
This is a parish-based program from the Marian Fathers of the Immaculate Conception that will include readings, a video and a group discussion. 33 Days to Morning Glory prepares for consecration to Jesus through Mary, and the consecration will take place on March 25th , the Feast of the Annunciation of the Lord.
Further information can be found at https://marian.org/mary/devotion.
To register contact St. Edward’s Parish office – 709-834-9481 or
Marguerite Greene – 709-773-1237.
ALPHA PROGRAM OF FAITH FORMATION
St. Edward’s Parish is exploring the possibility of offering the
Alpha Program of Faith Formation.
Website: alphacanada.org/catholic-context/
A popular 11 week series of interactive sessions exploring the basics of Christian faith in a relaxed, open environment, it is perfect for anyone curious about life, God, and Jesus, regardless of their background or beliefs. It would also be open to non-parishioners.
For one evening a week participants gather for a meal, a video, small group discussions, and some social time in a safe space. The Alpha Program has proven its effectiveness over the last 50 years. It does, however, require a significant number of leaders, who will be trained in how to offer the Program. We would like to gauge your interest in involvement either as a leader, or participant. If you would like to be involved please contact the office at stedwardsparish@rcsj.org, phone (709) 834-9481, or email – Tony Tilley - tonytilley865@gmail.com.
You can also click here to answer a short survey.
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“What’s Wrong with MAiD?” – Presentation moved to ONLINE
Due to weather - Wednesday, February 4 at 7:00 p.m. moved to ZOOM.
Medical Assistance in Dying (MAiD) is becoming an increasingly significant part of healthcare in Canada. Join us for an informative presentation led by Larry Worthen, Executive Director of the Christian Medical and Dental Association of Canada (CMDA Canada). Mr. Worthen is a permanent deacon of the Archdiocese of Halifax-Yarmouth. The presentation will explore MAiD and its impact from a Christian perspective. Participants will learn how MAiD laws may affect them and their loved ones, as well as the broader Canadian healthcare system.
Please use the following Zoom link to join the event:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84904753212?pwd=ycJxwllQdpB85pEWA4rjjcBWqB3CoA.1
Anyone who pre-registers from this point forward will receive this same link and will be able to join the call. Please feel free to share the registration link with others who may not have been able to attend in person due to mobility challenges or distance.
Registration: bit.ly/WWWM-NL
Registration is not required, but signing up will help us prepare and will ensure you receive follow-up information related to the presentation
SPECIAL SEMINARIAN STUDIES COLLECTION: February 14th & 15th
We are blessed to have Evan Chafe studying for the priesthood at St. Augustine’s Seminary in Toronto, and to have several other men seeking to discern whether God may be calling them to a priestly vocation. The annual academic costs paid by the Archdiocese for each seminarian studying in a seminary is in excess of fifty thousand dollars ($50,000.00). To assist in covering seminary education costs, a special “Seminarian Studies Collection” is being taken up in all the parishes of the Archdiocese on the weekend of February 14th – 15th. Envelopes marked “Seminarian Studies Collection” will be distributed to each parish for use in this collection. Donations can also be made online at www.rcsj.org (click on the “donate” header and in completing the donation form, indicate that your donation is to “Seminarian Studies”). Your financial assistance in paying the costs of preparing men for the priesthood in our Archdiocese is greatly appreciated.
St. Edward's Parish Lending Library
Located in the “Quiet Room” with instructions for use in the Room. If you wish to contribute to the library, please speak with the Pastor.
OFFICE CLOSED - Feb 6 - 9
The Parish office will be closed Friday, February 6th.
It will reopen Monday, Feb. 9th @ 8:30am.
2026 Collection Envelopes and Tax Receipts
The Collection envelopes for 2026, and Tax Receipts for 2025 are available near the entrance to the church.
If you haven’t been using envelopes but wish to do so, please take a box with NO NAME on it. Include your name & contact information on your envelope for the first few weeks of 2026.
PRE-AUTHORIZED GIVING (PAG)
Pre-authorized Giving assists parishioners in making their regular parish offerings (this does not include special collections). Offerings will be withdrawn from your bank account on the 15th & 30th of the month (or next business day). This can simplify your giving and ensure that support of your parish continues when you are away, ensuring regular and dependable contributions.
To sign up for PAG to St. Edward’s Parish, please complete the form available at the entrance of the church, place it in a sealed envelope with a void cheque, and drop into the collection or bring to the Parish Office. Personal information will be kept confidential and secure. For inquiries, please contact Jennifer at the Parish Office.
Electronic Fund Transfer
can be accepted by the parish. Donations can be emailed to
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