Saint John Regional Jubilee Mission

Bishop Riesbeck will preach a three-day Jubilee Mission on the theme “Rejoice in Hope” from Monday, March 31, to Wednesday, April 2, 6:30 – 8:30 pm each evening at the Cathedral. The Bishop will speak on our need for hope, the relevance of Jesus as the anchor of hope, and the role of the Holy Spirit as the agent of hope. Each evening begins with Mass followed by a teaching; along with the rosary on Monday, Adoration and Reconciliation on Tuesday, and commissioning prayers and a reception on Wednesday.

Prayers Of The Faithful – March 16

For Pope Francis and his prayer intention for March: that families in distress may heal through forgiveness.
We pray to the Lord.

For the countless victims of war throughout the world and the many millions persecuted for their faith in Christ.
We pray to the Lord.

For our country during this time of uncertainty and for the intercession of St. Joseph, the patron saint of Canada.
We pray to the Lord.

For Bishop Christian and our Diocesan family and for the intercession of St. Patrick, the secondary patron of our diocese.
We pray to the Lord.

For the poor, especially families with children, facing more economic challenges and pressures.
We pray to the Lord.

For people who are ill and for their families and caregivers.
We pray to the Lord.

For those who have died: Fr. Leon Creamer, Bob Laskey, Doug Fournier, Catherine Helyer, Ryan Bourque, Marilyn Shonoman, Anna Lopez, Bernie Mackin, Agnes Marquis, Margaret Record, Margaret Thibodeau.
We pray to the Lord.

St. Patrick’s Lunch

Our annual St. Patrick’s Day Lunch is happening TODAY, Friday, March 14, at St. Pius X, 316 Somerset St. Entertainment by Del Worden & Danny Joyce. Chowder, Soup, rolls, and dessert will be available in our parish hall between 12 noon and 2:00 pm. The cost is $15 per person. Come and join us.

Larry the Leprechaun
Invites you to St. Pius X
Today, Friday, March 14