Saturday – May 2nd – 9:30 am – Late Stella Lee
Sunday – May 3rd – 11:00 am – All Parishioners Sunday – May 3rd – 5:00 pm – Late Joan Wiseman
Monday – May 4th – 9:30 am – Late Stephen Gibbons
Tuesday – May 5th – 9:30 am – Late Mark and Carolyn Basha

Wednesday – May 6th – 9:30 am – Late Ambrose and Melissa Smith

Thursday – May 7th 9:30 am – Late Robert Buckle
Friday – May 8th – 9:30 am – Late Hilding Neilson
Saturday – May 9th – 9:30 am – Late Charlie Renouf

THE EASTER SEASON:

The great fifty days of Easter. The entire period is a time of great rejoicing. The Easter Season runs until the Solemnity of Pentecost.

IN SYMPATHY:

Sympathy is extended to the family and friends of Theresa Carey, Brenda Blanchard and Peter Lee who have recently died. Let us remember them at prayer.

HOLY FATHERS’ INTENTIONS FOR THE MONTH OF MAY:

That everyone might have food – Let us pray that everyone from large producers to small consumers, be committed to avoid wasting food, and to ensure that everyone has access to quality food.

JOB OPPORTUNITY – SUMMER POSITION:

The Parish Ofice has a position available for the summer starting June 15th, 2026 and ending on September 11, 2026. The candidate would require knowledge of computers and Simply Accounting, typing is also a requirement. The position requires
a RNC reference check . Please send your resume to i nfo.hrp@nl.rogers.com

MAY IS THE MONTH OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY:

As the Mother of God, we believe she plays a role in obtaining blessings and graces for us. Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners now and at the hour of our death. Amen.

 THE KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS:

Are inviting everyone to participate in this great prayer during the month of May. It will be at the Cathedral on Wednesdays at 7:00 pm. This will be in the new form for public recitation as presented by St Pope John Paul 11. With the sign of peace at the end, it takes on the form of a little liturgy complete with scripture, prayer, chants and action! Do come and join us on these Wednesday evenings, earmarked for renewal in our understanding of the mystery of Faith!

HOLY REDEEMER FUNDRAISER:

June Calendar Ticket Draw – Tickets are $10.00 each and available at the Parish ofice or from Marjorie Deckert 632-2051. Please support this fundraiser by helping to sell tickets and buying a ticket.



SOCIETY OF ST VINCENT DE PAUL: POOR BOX COLLECTION:

The totals from last weekend’s collection are:

 Holy Redeemer; $665.25

Sacred Heart: $573.25

All Hallows: 299.05

St Brendan’s $82.45.

We continue to be thankful and appreciative of your outstanding generosity each month. Please know that money raised goes towards Mary’s Kitchen expenses plus grocery costs associated with picking up and delivering food to those in need.

RIGHTNOW:

At all three (3) Masses on the weekend of May 9-10, members of the CWL will be at the Church entrances with a petition from RIGHTNOW, Canada’s political pro- life organization, requesting that the Parliament of Canada introduce and pass legislation to ban the practice of late-term abortion. Your signature will help bring Canada closer to ending this horrific practice. Thank you for your participation in this important endeavor.

BAPTISM PREPARATION:

Will be held on Monday, May 11th at 6:30 pm at the Cathedral for parents and God-parents. Please contact the Parish Ofice to register.

CWL MEETING:

The executive meeting will be held on Monday, May 18th and the executive meeting will be held on Thursday, May 21st, both after morning Mass in the lower level of the Cathedral.

ADVANCE NOTICE – CEMETERY MASSES:

The Cemetery Mass for Mt Patricia will be on Wednesday, July 22nd at 7:00 pm and the Townsite Cemetery Mass will be held on Thursday, July 23rd at 7:00 pm. In the event of rain, the mass will be held at the Cathedral.

PARISH CENSUS CONTINUES:

If you have not yet updated your contact information, there’s still time to do so. Paper copies are still available at the two entrances of the parking lot – just fill them in and drop them in the collection basket. The QR code is also still available for those who wish to register digitally. If you know of anyone who is unable to get to church for a form, please take one for them and then bring them back. Having the correct information is important so that all parishioners can be contacted with important information, such as the recent closure of the Cathedral for maintenance issues and the alternate location of
daily and weekend Masses for the duration. Your cooperation and assistance in this important
initiative is very much appreciated.

COMMUNITY FUNDRAISER:

St Basil Indian Orthodox Church is holding a cultural day fundraiser (Harvestia 2026) at St Michael’s Anglican Church – 22 Park Drive on Saturday, May 2nd from 4 to 10 pm, on a drop in basis. Please come and enjoy the cultural food, entertainment, games and activities (entry is free – games, activities and food are available through a coupon system

FAMILY CATECHETICS:

Is an ongoing Faith formation program for families that helps form students into prayerful, committed Christians who give witness to the Faith of the Church. With their families, students learn about many areas of their Faith. Sacramental formation is included throughout the journey for those who have not yet received the Sacraments of Reconciliation and Eucharist. Our program runs from Kindergarten to Year 6, in addition to the two years of preparation to receive the Sacrament of Confirmation. Contact angie.dolomount@gmail.com or 709-631-4543 (text/call) with any questions.

IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY SCHOOL:

Is a privately funded school dedicated to educational excellence in a Christian environment. It is operated independently of the Diocese of Corner Brook and Labrador by the Catholic School Foundation for Corner Brook inc. For information about the school and its mission go online at www.ihmsc