WEEKLY BULLETIN

BULLETIN HEBDOMADAIRE

DIOCESE OF PEMBROKE/DIOCÈSE DE PEMBROKE

 

284, ch. Trafalgar Rd., Pembroke, ON K8A 5A8                                      613 732-7933​

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August 19, 2025

Ferial – Férie

FROM THE DIOCESE

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Healing Service with Eucharistic Adoration: A healing service will be offered at St. Lawrence O’Toole Parish

on Thursday, September 11th at 7:00pm. Guest speaker will be Deacon Adrien Chaput. Musical accompaniment

for the service will be provided. See posters at the church entrances for further information. All are welcome!

What is a Healing Service? A healing service is a time of prayer for those suffering any physical, spiritual,

financial, or emotional challenges. The prayer can also be offered on behalf of others who are going through

a time of challenge but who cannot personally attend the service. Father John Burchat will give an individual

blessing with the Blessed Sacrament while you remain in your pew. The Sacrament of Reconciliation will

be available and there will be people available to pray individually with you for your intentions or the

intentions of your loved ones following the service.

What a Healing Service is Not. A healing service is not a mass. It is a prayer service which features a

time of Eucharistic blessing and individual prayer.

 

The churches of the Diocese of Pembroke: Here is a slideshow of drone videos of all our

churches: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B3nRnwJ_c00. Videos recorded in the summer of 2025,

by Father Réal Ouellette and Mackenzie Donohue (MRD Aerial Solutions). Enjoy the view!

 

Les églises du Diocèse de Pembroke : Voici un diaporama de vidéos de toutes nos églises prises avec un drone : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B3nRnwJ_c00. Les vidéos ont été enregistrées durant l'été 2025 par Père Réal Ouellette et Mackenzie Donohue (MRD Aerial Solutions). Bon visionnement!

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Two Members from the Diocese of Pembroke to Receive the Benemerenti Medal: The Holy Father has bestowed the Benemerenti Medal upon two members of the Diocese of Pembroke: Sister Joan Cronin, GSIC and Mr. Mel Ready. The Most Reverend Michael Brehl, C.Ss.R. will convey the Benemerenti Medal during the celebration of Mass at Our Lady of Lourdes Church, Pembroke, on Saturday, September 13, 2025, at 4:30pm. An opportunity to greet the recipients will follow the Mass. All are welcome.

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Bishop Brehl wishes to apprise you of the following personnel announcement: Reverend Stephen Helferty resumes academic studies this September with the blessing of Bishop Brehl. Father Helferty will be pursuing biblical studies at the Pontifical Biblical Institute and residing at the Canadian College in Rome.

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Mgr Brehl souhaite vous informer de la nomination suivante : Le révérend Stephen Helferty reprend ses études universitaires en septembre prochain, avec la bénédiction de Mgr Brehl. Le père Helferty poursuivra des études bibliques à l'Institut pontifical biblique et résidera au Collège canadien à Rome.

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Pastoral Appointments:

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The Most Reverend Michael Brehl, C.Ss.R., announces the following pastoral appointments:

• Reverend Daniel Janulewicz, O.M.I., concludes his ministry in the Diocese of Pembroke, effective 31 August 2025 to assume a new assignment from his religious community. Bishop Brehl wishes to thank Father Daniel for his ministry in Round Lake and Wilno.

• Reverend Miroslaw Olszewski, O.M.I., is appointed as Pastor of St. Mary Parish, Wilno and St. Casimir Parish, Round Lake. This appointment is effective September 1, 2025.

 

Nominations Pastorales :

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Mgr Michael Brehl, c.ss.r., annonce les nominations pastorales suivantes :

• Le P. Daniel Janulewicz, o.m.i., termine son ministère dans le diocèse de Pembroke, à compter du 31 août 2025, pour assumer une nouvelle mission au sein de sa communauté religieuse. Mgr Brehl tient à remercier le P. Daniel pour son ministère à Round Lake et à Wilno.

• Le P. Miroslaw Olszewski, o.m.i., est nommé curé de la paroisse St. Mary, Wilno, et de la paroisse St. Casimir, Round Lake. Cette nomination prend effet le 1er septembre 2025.

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FROM THE CCCB / DE LA CECC

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THE SYNOD / LE SYNODE

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JUBILEE 2025 / JUBILÉ 2025

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Jubilee Day of Pilgrimage, Holy Name of Mary Church, Quyon: On Monday, September 8, 2025, the Feast of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary. The Roman Catholic Church in Quyon will open its doors at 8:00am.

• 8:30am – 12:00 noon: Adoration and Confession

• 2:00pm: Church reopens

• 2:30pm – 3:30pm: Adoration

• 4:00pm: Mass

 

Journée jubilaire de pèlerinage, église Holy Name of Mary, Quyon : Le lundi 8 septembre 2025, jour de la fête de la Nativité de la Bienheureuse Vierge Marie, l'église catholique romaine de Quyon ouvrira ses portes à 8 h. Unissons-nous dans la prière et l’action de grâce pour honorer la naissance de notre Sainte Mère.

Programme du 08-09-2025 :

• 8 h : Ouverture de l’Église

• 8h 30 – 12 h : Adoration et Confession

• 14 h : Ouverture de l’Église

• 14h 30 – 15h 30 : Adoration

• 16 h : Messe 

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Jubilee 2025 Calendar of Major Events: https://pembrokediocese.com/jubilee-2025/

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Calendrier des Grands Évènements pour le Jubilé 2025 : https://pembrokediocese.com/fr/jubile-2025/

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THE EVANGELIZATION TEAM / L’ÉQUIPE D’ÉVANGÉLISATION

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The Silent Drift – By Pierre-Alain Giffard, Director of Pastoral Work: In countless churches across the Western world, an invisible crisis quietly unfolds every Sunday. What was meant to be the beating heart of Christian life — the sacred celebration of the Eucharist — often struggles to touch souls, inspire hearts, or even hold attention. Visitors and parishioners alike slip away unnoticed, their hunger for transcendence unmet, their yearning for authentic community left unsatisfied. Yet beneath these troubling signs, hidden opportunities flicker, offering hope for a profound renewal. But time is pressing: either the Sunday Mass reclaims its splendor, or it risks fading into irrelevance for entire generations. (Read more…)

 

La Dévise Silencieuse – Par Pierre-Alain Giffard, directeur de la pastorale diocésaine : Dans d’innombrables églises du monde occidental, une crise invisible se déploie silencieusement chaque dimanche. Ce qui devait être le cœur battant de la vie chrétienne — la célébration sacrée de l’Eucharistie — peine souvent à toucher les âmes, à inspirer les cœurs, voire à retenir l’attention. Visiteurs et paroissiens s’éclipsent sans bruit, leur faim de transcendance inassouvie, leur désir de communauté authentique insatisfait. Pourtant, sous ces signes troublants, des opportunités cachées scintillent, offrant l’espoir d’un renouveau profond. Mais le temps presse : soit la Messe dominicale retrouve sa splendeur, soit elle risque de sombrer dans l’insignifiance pour des générations entières. (Lire la suite…)

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THE HOLY SEE / LE SAINT-SIÈGE

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VOCATIONS

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FAITH FORMATION / L’ÉDUCATION DE LA FOI

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MARRIAGE, FAMILY, YOUTH & YOUNG ADULTS / MARIAGE, FAMILLE, JEUNESSE ET JEUNES ADULTES

 

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PRO-LIFE / PRO-VIE

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RCRTL Meeting: Renfrew County Right to Life meets three times a year to plan events and discuss current pro-life issues. Anyone who shares our views and goals is welcome to participate in our meetings. Next meeting: Thursday September 4th at 7pm, at St. Luke's Anglican Church, 307 Julien St., Pembroke. Bring a friend! Check us out on Facebook: www.facebook.com/RCRTL.

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Pizza With a Purpose Day! First Step Options and Domino’s Pizza in Pembroke and Petawawa are once again coming together to build and support stronger communities for those facing pregnancy and parent-related challenges on Wednesday, September 24th. Order a 1 topping pizza for $11.99 using the code word “1STSTEP” and Domino’s will contribute $5.00 for each pizza to First Step Options. Savour the slice and support the cause!​

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PARISH EVENTS / ÉVÉNEMENTS PAROISSIAUX

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​Parish Supper: Buffet meal at Our Lady of Mercy Parish, Bancroft on Sunday, September 7th from 11:30am – 6:00pm. Silent auction, raffle tickets, and take-out available! Cost: $20/adult - $6/Children 12 yrs. & under.​

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DEVELOPMENT & PEACE / DÉVELOPPEMENT ET PAIX

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OTHER CATHOLIC EVENTS / AUTRES ÉVÉNEMENTS CATHOLIQUES

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16th Annual Women’s Fall Retreat: At St. Michael Catholic High School, Kemptville, on Saturday, October 4th from 9am – 3:30pm. Theme: “Create in me a clean heart, O God.” Keynote speaker: Angèle Regnier. Visit www.womensfallretreat.com to register.

 

Women’s Discernment Weekend: At the monastery of Abbey of Sainte-Marie des Deux-Montagnes on October 17-19, 2025. Limited space available – registrations will be at a first-come first served basis. The cost is $150 for the weekend. Please contact Mary-Kate Long at marykatelong210@gmail.com for more information.

To register: https://forms.gle/8bvDCtsPqAKZNkkTA.

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VOLUNTEER & EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES / OPPORTUNITÉS DE BÉNÉVOLA ET D’EMPLOI

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OTHER / AUTRES

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Stillpoint House of Prayer presents “The Potter’s Hand – Day Retreat”: Come and enjoy a day with Clarissa Boyce to read scripture, partake in quiet reflections and discover how God, the Creator, designed us in His own image on Saturday, September 13th. Cost: $95 per person including lunch and break. To register or for more information please contact Corrien at inquiries@stillpoint.ca or call 613 432-2791.

 

Celebrating Galilee Centre’s 50th Anniversary: 2025 marks a momentous milestone for Galilee Centre! We invite our friends, volunteers, participants, and supporters to celebrate this milestone with us.

• Official Opening of Martha’s Place – Celebrating the legacy at Galilee Centre of the Sisters of St. Martha of Antigonish – September 19th from noon-2pm. Luncheon 12-1pm, Opening ceremony at 1:15pm. Limited luncheon tickets available at $25, reservations required at website below.

• 50th Anniversary Mass and Reception at St. John Chrysostom Church in Arnprior – Saturday, September 20th at 11am. Most Reverend Michael Brehl, C.Ss.R., Bishop of Pembroke presiding. Reception to follow in the church hall.

Register for any or all events by visiting https://www.galileecentre.com/50thanniversary.

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Stillpoint House of Prayer – “Cup of Light!”: Cup of Light! Is a powerful spiritual journey towards Divine Light happening September 19th-21st. Come and spend time with Karen Lahaise, writer and musician, and explore this inspirational book through discussion and art. Cost: $300 per person, including meals, room and art materials (book may be purchased for a nominal fee). To register or for more information please contact Corrien at inquiries@stillpoint.ca or call 613 432-2791.

 

Pilgrimage of Peace to Medjugorje: From September 30th to October 10th, 2025. Price: $3,125.00 (includes taxes, air fare, room & board, side trips and gratuities). Deadline to register: September 9th. To register or for more information, contact Jack Duggan at 613 756-2655, email blackfishbay@bell.net or Lois Losole at 613 318-4756, email lelosole@gmail.com.

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Pembroke Community Choir Registration: Do you like to sing? The Pembroke Community Choir invites you on September 8th as they begin rehearsals for "Magnificat". Regular practices are from 7-9pm every Monday, at Wesley Community Church, 210 Renfrew Street, Pembroke. Concerts will take place on November 29th & 30th. There are no auditions, but the ability to read music is helpful; some homework is expected. Visit www.pembrokecommunitychoir.org for more info about the choir, the registration process, and fees.

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