Tuesday Morning Mass(March 24) is
cancelled due to poor weather
the basilica has also postponed the
Chrism mass to Wednesday March 25th at 7pm. Due to this the mass for the feast of the annunciation will be in the morning at 10am followed by adoration.
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
Journey Through Lent Video Series
The 2026 Journey through Lent video series, which includes reflections on the readings for Ash Wednesday and each Sunday in Lent including Palm Sunday, is available. It is a joint project between three CCCB offices (the Office national de liturgie, the National Liturgy Office, and the Office for Evangelization and Catechesis).
This year’s spiritual reflections are delivered by
the Most Reverend Daniel Miehm, Bishop of Peterborough (in English), and
the Most Rev. Juan Carlos Londoño., Auxiliary Bishop of Quebec (in French).
The videos are available here:
Journey through Lent 2026 – Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops
WEDNESDAY ADDED CONFESSION TIME
During Lent there will be an added confession time from
6:00pm to 7:00pm on Wednesday evenings.
STATIONS OF THE CROSS
Each Friday during Lent, the Stations of the Cross will be prayed in the church following the 7pm Mass.
COULD GOD BE CALLING YOU TO BECOME A PRIEST? COME AND SEE.
A vocation discernment group, led by Fr. James Fleming, meets regularly on the last Sunday of every month at the Basilica. Single Catholic men, 18 years and older, who are open to considering a call to the priesthood are invited to attend. The group meets at 6:30 pm to pray, share a meal, and discuss a topic related to discerning a call to the priesthood. To register or find out more, please contact Fr. James Fleming at 834-9481 or vocations@rcsj.org
Electronic Fund Transfer
can be accepted by the parish. Donations can be emailed to
EASTER FLOWERS
Please help us beautify our Church for the Easter Season by making a financial donation. Envelopes are available at the entrance to the church. Thank you in advance for your generous contributions.
2026 CHRISM MASS
The Mass of Chrism is one of the most solemn and important diocesan celebrations of the liturgical year. The Mass takes its name from the blessing of the Holy Oils used in the sacraments, which are blessed at this Mass and then given to the priests to take back to their parishes. The Chrism Mass is a celebration of the institution of the ministerial priesthood and is a sign of the unity and communion of the Priests with their Bishop. It is also an excellent occasion on which to celebrate the gift of the Ordained Priesthood and the ministry of the Priests of the Archdiocese.
More information on the Holy Oils
The 2026 Chrism Mass will be celebrated at the Cathedral-Basilica of St. John the Baptist on Tuesday March 24th at 7:00 p.m. All are invited to come and join in this celebration of the gift of the Ordained Priesthood. (For those unable to attend, the Mass will be live streamed at: https://www.youtube.com/@BasilicaHeritageFoundation.)
HOLY THURSDAY, WASHING OF THE FEET
We invite Parishioners to Participate.
In the Mass for Holy Thursday on April 2nd we re-enact Christ's Charity and Humility in the Washing of the Feet, April. The Liturgy Committee is asking parishioners interested in participating in this rite to please contact Pat Burton via e-mail at burtonpatpb@gmail.com or by phone at 709-782-0055.
USHERS NEEDED
The parish is in need of more Ushers (Hospitality) for Saturday and Sunday Masses. Ushers are responsible for such things as welcoming parishioners, distribute bulletins, assist with seating when required, etc.. Those interested are asked to contact Coordinator Jim Woodrow – 709-773-0010 email jimlwoodrow@hotmail.com or call the parish office. A workshop will be held in the near future to review responsibilities. Thank you.
LENTEN RETREAT FOR WOMEN
Women's Lenten Retreat "RENEW" at the Cathedral Basilica Parish March 27th & 28th
"Those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength" Isaiah 40:31
Friday, March 27, 7PM-9PM and Saturday, March 28th 9AM-4PM.
We welcome women from all Parishes in the Archdiocese. Cost: Free Will Offering
Guest Speaker: Megan Turland, from Ottawa, a wife and mother of 4 children who helps others encounter Jesus through her writings and speaking
Registration: Eventbrite, or email the Parish: basilica@rcsj.org or call the Parish Office: (709)754-2170
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.
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.
NEW PARISH EMAIL ADDRESS
For those who etransfer funds please continue to use the old email address. The new address will come into effect on
March 1st for banking.
The parish will no longer accept etransfers from the stedwardsparish@outlook.com address. Thank you.
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