Women of the parish are invited to the H.O.P.E. group. Meetings take place on Thursday mornings from 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. in the Beverley room of the Parish hall. Gatherings consist of watching inspirational DVD's and group discussions. Babysitting is provided for the little ones. Coffee, tea and cookies are served.

The food bank is currently in need of the following items: cereal, peanut butter, jam, cookies and crackers. Your on-going donations are always greatly appreciated.

The Joy Of The Lord Is My Strength a Madonna House retreat for women. Here at St. John Fisher Parish, Saturday, October 5, 2019 from 8:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Hosted by the H.O.P.E. Group. The day includes: Mass, quiet time, prayer teams and talks by Madonna House on Mary. Cost is $60 (lunch and dinner included). R.S.V.P. by September 20 (extended deadline). Contact Catherine at 514-568-0744, catherinecaporicci@gmail.com or Amy at 514-695-0205, sjfpsecretary@videotron.ca

The Knitting & Crochet Group will meet Thursday, September 19, Tuesday, September 24, Thursday, October 3, Tuesday, October 8, Thursday, October 17 and Tuesday, October 22 from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. The Craft Group will meet Sundays during Coffee Sunday & Faith First from 10:15 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. We will be preparing crafts for the Bazaar (October 26, 2019) New members always welcome! Knitters and Crocheters are welcome to join us on Sundays and if Crafters would like to join us on Tuesdays & Thursdays, you are most welcome! Please RSVP with, Knitting & Crochet & Craft Group, in the subject to: amyduncandesign@hotmail.com

This year’s Bazaar will be on Saturday, October 26. The Bazaar is a major fundraising / community event for our parish! There will be a planning meeting this Tuesday at 7:00 p.m. in the Beverley Room, all those who wish to get involved are most welcome. Please R.S.V.P. by Monday.

The monthly Women’s Day Retreat will be held on Wednesday, September 18 at Villa Saint-Martin, 9451 Gouin Blvd, W., Pierrefonds, (just west of Highway 13). Registration: 9:15 a.m.. Animator; Sr. Pat O’Neill, SNJM. Thought-provoking presentations with references to Scriptural passages and the works of renowned spiritual writers; music; quiet time for personal reflection and prayer; Eucharistic celebration; sharing for those who wish to participate. ALL women welcome. Please bring a brown bag lunch; coffee and tea provided. Suggested donation: $15.00. Pre-registration not required. Plan to gift yourself with a few hours of rich spiritual nourishment with women who share your values, as well as your desire to deepen your relationship with God and to grow in faith and hope. Future retreat dates: October 16, November 20, December 11. Info: 514-696-8188.

The food bank is currently in need of the following items: Soup, rice and canned fruit Your on-going donations are always greatly appreciated. If you or someone you know finds themselves in need please contact C.A.C. 514-694-9246

Tuesday, Spetember 10. It runs from 7:15-9:30 p.m. and offers time for a chat and/or confession with Fr. John L. Agundez, a priest of the prelature of Opus Dei (opusdei.ca). The evening also includes a talk and a preached meditation. For information, Alfonso Marin (514) 240-2265.

Are you considering becoming a Catholic? Do you want to become better informed about the Catholic Faith? Do you know someone who has expressed an interest in becoming a Catholic? The R.C.I.A. Program is available to those considering entry into the Church or those wishing to better understand their faith. For information, please call the Rectory at 695-0205

A 6-session course designed to develop a spirituality of listening. Ideal for those involved in the pastoral care of the elderly, the sick and young adults. Basic skills for fostering communication in family relationships. The course uses a highly interactive, hands-on approach, with theoretical concepts applied through role play, prayerful reflection and other exercises. Beginning Sept 17 at 7 pm. Cost: $120. Please contact the Ignatian Centre at 514-481-1064 or centre@ignatiancentremtl.ca.

How can people pursue goodness, truth, and beauty, even as they encounter evil? The Catholic intellectual tradition offers responses to this question in theology, philosophy, literature, history, law, the arts, the sciences, education and the Church's pastoral practice. What forms does evil take today in the work of the Church and in the use of civil authority; in culture, economics, and politics; and among adherents of different religions and worldviews? What can people learn from the Catholic intellectual tradition to spur the pursuit of goodness, truth, and beauty not only in spite of, but even through the encounter with evil? These and other questions will be discussed by distinguished Canadian and American scholars. With Montreal Auxiliary Bishop Thomas Dowd and Archbishop Terrence Prendergast of Ottawa. September 27-29, downtown Montreal. Find out more at www.catholicscholars.org

During this weekend we will use a very familiar story of transformation – the metamorphosis of the caterpillar into the butterfly – to help us navigate the turbulent times through which we are living. Some central Ignatian concepts will guide us in our exploration of the process and will be explained as necessary. The weekend will include presentations by Margaret SILF, time for personal reflection, and opportunities for optional small group sharing. Friday September 27 from 7 to 9 pm; Saturday September 28 from 9 am to 4 pm. Snacks and coffee provided. Please bring a lunch on Saturday. NEW VENUE: St Ignatius of Loyola Parish. Cost $60. Please contact the Ignatian Center at 514-481-1064 or centre@ignatiancentremtl.ca.

Over the course of ten sessions in the fall, we will be using video conferences by Fr. Tim Gallagher OMV to guide us through St. Ignatius’ time-honoured practical guidelines for the discernment of spirits. Each evening will allow time for us to explore how the teaching has concrete application and relevance to our own daily lives. Ten sessions, beginning September 25 at 7 pm. Cost: $100 (book included) Please contact the Ignatian Centre at 514-481-1064 or centre@ignatiancentremtl.ca.

From the June session, one participant said, "you hit it out of the ballpark" with Live Your Strengths, a program to help you discern what God is calling you to do by discovering your unique talents will be taking place here at St Thomas a Becket on Saturday, Sept 7, 9:00 to noon. Come enjoy a workshop with parishioners across the diocese and learn a little more about how God created you and what He has in store for you. For registration and sign up, please visit https://emergentstrengths.com/montrealfall2019/

We will have a BBQ following the 11:00 a.m. Mass. There will be information tables for all of our Parish Ministries and groups where you can meet them, get information and join. There is a sign up sheet at the back of the church. Please feel free to bring: Green salad, Potato or Pasta or Bean salad, Veggie platter, Fruit platter, Desserts, Soft drinks or juices, chips, crackers & cheese. Please DON’T bring hamburgers and hotdogs: they will be provided by the parish. Please help us spread the word and don’t be shy to bring a friend.

Join us on Friday, September 27, 2019, 6 p.m. at Mary Queen of the World Cathedral (corner Rene-Lévesque Blvd. West and de la Cathédrale St., Montreal) for a concert of sacred songs organized by the Lieutenancy of Montreal and featuring Natalie Choquette. VIP/ Platinum concert tickets are available at CAD $150 and regular tickets at CAD $50. Donations are welcome. Cheques payable to "OESSJ - Montreal". Proceeds will go towards helping pay for tuition fees of children from impoverished families in Jordan.

Please join us after the 5:00 p.m. Mass for a potluck dinner to say thank you and farewell to Father Victor.

Join us in nocturnal prayer to give glory to our Heavenly Father and to beseech his guidance for the protection of unborn life and all vulnerable people. When: 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m., Fridays in August (August 2, 9, 16, 23, 30). Where: The Chapel of Eucharistic Adoration

We meet every Wednesday right after morning Mass in the Beverley Room. It commences with praise songs, follows with scripture reading, then sharings about answers to prayer and God working in your life and ends with intercession. All are welcome. If you have any questions, you may contact Julie Lafera at 514-636-9024.

The film UNPLANNED has been extended for another week! More folks will be able to see it, learn about the impact that abortion has on women, and, hopefully, change hearts. It runs daily, four (4) times, at five (5) Guzzo Cinemas until next Thursday, July 25, 2019. Note that there are late shows on Friday and Saturday.