Aaaand, we're back, and in a big way!

Lots of chaplaincy events, and a big parish event coming up at the end of September that we hope you'll join us for!

View this email in your browser This Week's Readings Saturday Vigil Mass: 5:15 pm Sunday Mass: 11:30 am & 8:00 pm DATES OF NOTE Sep 6: Special Blessing For the New Academic Year // Sep 7: Special Blessing For the New Academic Year / Fellowship Event // Sep 8: Feast of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary // Sep 9: Student Dinner (& Night Prayer)// Sep 10: Morning Prayer & Breakfast / Lemonade Hangout / Men's Ministry // Sep 11: Canadian Martyrs Elementary School Year Opening Mass / Women's Ministry AUGUST COLLECTION $11,305.71 AVERAGE MONTHLY EXPENSES $12,516.88 A new school year brings fresh beginnings and new opportunities for growth. This weekend at each of our Masses, Fr. Gregory will offer a special blessing. READ MORE ➵  Next Sunday! Come for treats and community. Big thanks to our CWL for hosting — and if you can bring a light bite or lend a hand with serving, it’s always appreciated! Fr. Gregory invites you to watch this month’s video from Pope Leo XIV, reflecting on our connection with all of creation, inspired by Saint Francis of Assisi. READ MORE ➵  📖 Curious about Fr. Gregory's insights? Attend Mass this week to hear the rest of the homily and gain a deeper understanding of God’s word. See you at Mass! 🙏 The more we look for God’s presence, the more we find He’s been there all along. With grateful hearts, we pray for our benefactors at today’s First Saturday Mass. Your generosity makes a difference!   Have a college, university, or trade school student in your life? Let them know they’re invited to our student fellowship this Sunday, Sept 7, after the 11:30 a.m. Mass! Students! Join us on the Canadian Martyrs sidewalk (Emerson) for free lemonade, games, and a chance to meet other students and connect with the Chaplaincy! We invite you to join us on a special pilgrimage from Canadian Martyrs Church to the Cathedral Basilica of Christ the King on Monday, September 30. READ MORE➵ From the wisdom of the saints to your heart—read, ponder, and be inspired each week. CHAPLAINCY EVENTS ARE BACK! Chaplaincy life is in full swing again!  Starting this week, our regular events are back—Student Dinners, Morning Prayer & Breakfast, Men’s and Women’s Ministries, and more. Plus, keep an eye out for some special one-time gatherings happening this term. These are great opportunities to connect with fellow students, grow in faith, and take a break from the busyness of campus life. See the full list of upcoming chaplaincy events here! MASS INTENTIONS If you would like to have a Mass celebrated on behalf of a loved one, please contact the office, or submit a request online to have that intention put into the calendar.  Current Week's Intentions ➵ Bishop Crosby's Heart-to-Heart Marian Days 2025 Young Adults Night: Hanover When Life Changes: Grief Relief CCCB Statement on Humanitarian Crisis in Gaza Service Learning in Guatemala: A Reflection on Our 9-Day Journey Bishop Crosby’s 50th Anniversary of Priestly Ordination His Excellency, Bishop Crosby, will celebrate the 50th anniversary with the Eucharist on Saturday, September 27th, 2025 at 5:00 p.m. in the Cathedral Basilica of Christ the King, Hamilton. Refreshments and an opportunity to greet the Bishop in McNally Hall following Mass. All are welcome. Facebook Instagram Website YouTube Copyright © 2025 Canadian Martyrs Catholic Church & Chaplaincy, All rights reserved. Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list.