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Census

Reminder: All parishes across the diocese are participating in the “I Know My Sheep” census over the next month, when there is typically increased Mass attendance. The goal of the census is to update each parish database with current and accurate contact information for our parish families, to update the diocesan database, and to prepare for a planning study to test a potential diocesan wide capital campaign in 2023. Having updated information will also give our parishes a better idea of who is in our parish and hopefully improve communication. Every weekend until January 15, you will see census cards in the pews. We are asking each family to take just a couple of minutes to complete a card. These can be returned by placing them in the offertory basket, dropping them off at the parish office or sending them by mail. Thank you for your cooperation in this important effort.

You may also complete the census online at the link below:
https://dioceseofsaintjohn.org/diocesan-census

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Prayers Of The Faithful – December 25

For Pope Francis and Bishop Christian who lead our Church in proclaiming joyfully that Jesus is born and lives among us.
We pray to the Lord.

For Canada, that she will once again hear the news of the birth of Jesus who brings life and peace to dispel the darkness of death.
We pray to the Lord.

For our children and grandchildren who remind us and teach us of the wonder of Jesus’ Birth and how to welcome Him with joy.
We pray to the Lord.

For the poor and homeless who first received the message of the angels that Christ was born and who shared what little they had with the Holy Family who were homeless and migrants.
We pray to the Lord.

For the safety of all who are travelling this Christmas and for those who are working today and those away from family.
We pray to the Lord.

For all who suffer in body, mind or spirit, that they may find hope and healing in the Good News of Jesus’ birth.
We pray to the Lord.

For those who have died: Sharon Ann Lyons, Marc Rocca, Wanda Pugh, Barbara Burns, Doreen Williams; and for people who are mourning the loss of someone who died since we last celebrated Christmas.
We pray to the Lord.