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.

Catholics worldwide are urged to pray for Priests today on the World day of Prayer for Priests. The day was begun by Saint John Paul II in 2002 with the objective of having all Catholic faithful join in prayer for the sanctification of Priests. The World Day of Prayer for Priests coincides with the Feast of the Sacred Heart of Jesus.

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

Christian Action is an ecumenical group formed by the members of 9 congregations to assist those in need. The objective is to assist those who face an economic crisis, and to help their families become self supporting again. We operate a food bank for short term emergencies. We also provide financial assistance according to the certified needs and our collective ability to meet them. The food bank is currently in need of the following items: Kraft dinner, ketchup, mustard & mayonnaise. In addition to food donations C.A.C is also in need of volunteers for food deliveries. Your on-going donations are always greatly appreciated. As you can see C.A.C. does more than give canned food to those in need. If you or someone you know finds themselves in need please contact C.A.C. 514-694-9246

“The Joy of the Lord is my Strength” Saturday, October 5th, 2019, from 8:30AM - 7PM The day includes: Mass, quiet time, prayer teams and talks by Madonna House on Mary. Cost: $60 (lunch and dinner included) RSVP by August 30th, 2019 Contact: Catherine at 514-568-0744, catherinecaporicci@gmail.com, or Amy at 514-695-0205, sjfpsecretary@videotron.ca

The annual Mass and pilgrimage for Latin-American agricultural workers at St. Joseph's Oratory will be held July 7, at 3 p.m. Most Rev. Christian Rodembourg, bishop of Saint-Hyacinthe, will celebrate the Mass in Spanish.

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. Please save the date as this is sure to be an amazing community-building event! Need some assistance preparing material to showcase your group? Get in touch with the Parish Office for some help.

Put on your fancy hat, bring a fancy tea cup and cme celebrate Canada Day at our monthly High Tea fundraiser on Sunday, June 30, 2 p.m. (855 Bishop-Power Blvd., LaSalle, H8P 1C8). For only $10, you will be served delicious sandwiches, tea biscuits, dessert and of course, tea! Reservations are a must. Please contact Dawn at 514-366-0131 ext. 223 no later than Wednesday, June 26, to reserve your place

Register early! Space is limited! Don’t miss this last chance to participate in one of Fr. Thibodeaux’s retreats! Prices start at $424 for this five day/four night experience. To register, please contact Julie Lafontaine at the Villa Saint Martin at (514) 684-2311 extension 0 or e-mailing contact@villasaintmartin.org.

The theme will be the Sacred Heart of Jesus. This is an event for the whole family. Saturday, June 22, starting at 1:00 p.m. with recitation of the Rosary, followed by children’s activities and a talk for the adults. Potluck lunch at 3:00 p.m. in the hall followed by Mass at 5:00 p.m. For information please call 514- 468-8778

Offers four amazing, fun-filled, faith-based, one-week camping experiences for children, youth and families at beautiful CAMP KINKORA!  General Info: Anna Graham at 514-796-0703 or Cori-Ann Surette at 438-889-0318

CAMP CARITAS: The camp’s program is designed to attract, challenge and present more positive life values for today’s teenage boys (ages 11 to 17). For more info: www.campcaritas.ca. Contact Holy Family Parish at 514-272-1056 and visit our Facebook page at: https://www.facebook.com/campcaritas/ 

Catholic Action Montreal is pleased to once again collaborate with this important organization that offers a specialized healing environment for grieving youths, ages 6-17. Camp Erin® Montreal provides a unique opportunity for peer bonding between children and teens facing a similar life circumstance. Since children experience grief in their own unique way our campers may be at different stages of the bereavement process. Each potential camper is interviewed to help us meet each individual’s needs and ensure appropriateness of this specialized camp.  Camp Erin® is free of charge for all campers.   Registration deadline is June 30, 2019.   Contact Corrie Sirota, Clinical Director 514-737-6551, ex. 264  CampErin@ymywha.com

Recollections are a monthly opportunity to reflect on everyday life in the light of our Catholic Faith geared to help you refresh your spirit and strengthen your resolve to transform all your activities into opportunities to love God and your neighbor. All are welcome, Tuesday, June 25 from 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. A priest of the Opus Dei Prelature, an institution of the Catholic Church, will preach the recollection. For info call Katerina at 514-754-5112

Saturday, August 10, 2019. Departure at 7 a.m. sharp by deluxe coach, from Mary Queen of Peace Church parking lot (11075 Gouin Blvd. West, Pierrefonds H8Y 1X6). Return arrival approx. at 7 p.m. We advise to bring your own lunch for convenience. Tickets: $40. Discount for families and children. For ticket information please contact: Eva: evamac@gmail.com, Loretta: 514-951-8626 or lcykyng@gmail.com Antoinette: 514-684-8808 or antoinette.kaade@gmail.com

Catholic Action Montreal is looking for volunteer drivers with a 4B license to drive a small 20-seater bus, assisting seniors by driving them to a daily outing from time to time. With summer approaching the demand for day trips has increased and we need to add to our volunteer pool. If you are interested and would like to obtain your 4B license, Catholic Action will reimburse your expenses once you join our fabulous volunteer group of drivers. Please contact Judy Wong at jwong@catholicaction.ca for more information.  

Consider the opportunity to spend a silent, personally directed summer retreat from August 5-9 at the Cistercian Abbey in Rougemont. Cost is $335, all-inclusive. Limited spaces. For more information, contact Paul Empsall at 514-626-9462 or visit www.montrealretreats.org.

All are welcome on Monday, June 24 at Saint-Jean-Baptiste Church (4237 Henri-Julien Ave., Montreal, H2W 1E5) for the diocesan celebration (in French) of the feast of St. John the Baptist, patron saint of French Canadians. Holy Hour will begin at 9 a.m., with the Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, during which priests will be available to hear confessions. Solemn Mass begins at 10 a.m. and will conclude with the traditional blessing of the loaves of bread given out each year to all participants at the door (exit Rachel St., near St-Denis St.).

Sun., Aug. 4, 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. - Guided exhibition tour on the life of Brother André. Wed., Aug. 7, 2 p.m. - Mass and Anointing of the sick, in the crypt church. Fri., Aug. 9, 7:30 p.m. - Mass in the Basilica followed by candlelight procession. Sun., Aug. 18 - Testimonies by Home Caregivers at all masses. Sun., Aug. 25 - Pilgrimage to Mont Saint-Grégoire, the birthplace of Brother André. Buses will leave the Oratory at 9 a.m.

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.