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Community updates for the coming weeks

View this email in your browser In preparation for this weekends reading... We've been getting some positive feedback about the weekly update these days, so thank you very much! Either we're doing a bang-up job here, or else you all really hold to the adage "if you don't have anything nice to say, don't say anything at all." Generally, that's a good philosophy, but we DO want your feedback, good or bad, on this update. Unlike those 10 commandments, these updates aren't written in stone — they will grow and evolve... as should we all. So please feel free to email us with your (kind and constructive) critiques, and with your glowing praise! Not gonna lie, we like praise best...  TLDR; need the highlights? Here they are:  CWL • Ministry to the Sick • Catholic Cafe • All Souls Day • From the Diocese • Did You Know • Liturgy Schedule The C.W.L. would like  to thank everyone who donated to the upcoming Christmas Fair. Your support is so appreciated! Be sure to save the date! You can look forward to prizes, crafts, and delicious baked goods! This year, the fair will be held in the Canadian Martyrs Elementary School gym. Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion to the Sick bring the comfort of Christ in the form of the Eucharist to those who cannot come to Church. In this way, the sick and homebound are united to the Body of Christ present in our community.  We ask you to prayerfully consider if God is calling you to serve in this most needed ministry here at Canadian Martyrs. Please call 905-528-4632, or email if you are able to fill this need. 🚨Attention Mac students, faculty and staff: BAKED GOODS ALERT🚨 Don't miss the Catholic Cafe on Friday, November 1st from 10:30am to 11:30am, in MUSC 230. Come by for free coffee, snacks, and great conversation about relevant Catholic topics.  On, Saturday, November 2, there will be two special All Souls Day Masses. You are invited to join us here at Canadian Martyrs Church in remembering those who have died, and to pray for the holy souls of our loved ones. All Souls Day Masses 11:00 am 11:30 am  Relics of Saint Francois de Laval  On the Feast of Christ the King (November 24, 2019) the Cathedral Basilica will host the relic of Saint Francois de Laval – the first Bishop of Quebec (and indeed of Canada). There will be an opportunity to venerate the relic at each of the Masses on that weekend. The current Archbishop of Quebec, and the Primate of Canada, His Eminence Cardinal Lacroix will preach at all Masses on the weekend. All are welcome!    Healing After an Abortion: It Is Possible Caring hearts are available to help you deal with the difficult feelings that often come after an abortion. At Project Rachel we offer a confidential service allowing people to work through their feelings and find hope and healing. Please contact us at 905-526-1999. The common misconception is that Halloween's origins are entirely pagan in nature, and while the current observation of Halloween has definitely taken on contemporary pagan connotations "...the true substance of Halloween belongs to the Church. Halloween (or “All Hallows Eve”) is the festive precursor to the celebration of the Church’s public commemoration of All Saints Day." Read more about it here! So now you know!  Anything you're not sure about? Email us at canadianmartyrshamilton@hamiltondiocese.com with your questions, shower-thoughts and ponderings! Mass Intentions If you would like to have a Mass celebrated for a special occasion, on behalf of a family member, a friend, or a deceased loved one, please call the office to have that intention put into the calendar. Click the banner above to see booked mass intentions and all dates that are available to book to pray and remember those who have died or for the needs of our family and friends. All are welcome to come celebrate with us! Liturgy Schedule Tuesday — Friday 12:30 pm Saturday Vigil 6:00 pm Sunday 11:30 am Sacrament of Reconciliation Tuesday — Friday 12:00pm Office Hours Tuesday through Friday 1:30 — 4:30pm Subscribe to receive the latest information including workshops, upcoming events, and news from the Diocese of Hamilton. *Click on the picture to sign up. Copyright © 2019 Canadian Martyrs Catholic Church & Chaplaincy, All rights reserved.