Who of you, with a hundred sheep, having lost one of them, does not leave the ninety-nine in the wilderness, and go after the one which is lost?

Community updates for the coming weeks

View this email in your browser Prepare for this weekend's readings by clicking the picture above... Luke 15:4 Hello! The first two weeks of September are over, and we are heading into the gifts of the fall season.  Something to look forward to this fall is our upcoming events!   Do you want to enrich your understanding of your faith? We have an event for you. Do you want to help others to grow in their faith? Yes, we have an event for you. Do you want to sit in fellowship and enjoy some great conversation and good eats? You guessed it, we have an event for you. Make sure you scroll down, and get all the details! Come out to the first Source of the year. The Source is our chaplaincy's feature monthly event, which is an opportunity to encounter Christ and strengthen our relationship with Him. The night will start at 6:30 pm at Canadian Martyrs Church, and will include personal student testimonies, a keynote speaker, confession and adoration. This year Canadian Martyrs Chaplaincy has the privilege of hosting the annual Tri-Chaplaincy pilgrimage! Students from the universities of Waterloo, Guelph and McMaster, as well as young adults from our community will come together for formation, fellowship and prayer.  This year our keynote speaker is Dr. Scott Powell, a scripture scholar and host of the podcast "The Lanky Guys"! The keynote is open to all young adults, and the evening will be a great opportunity to make new connections with others and to grow deeper in the faith! See you there!! October 9, 2019 St. Mary’s Pro Cathedral Young Adult Session 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm  Prayer & adoration 6:30 pm to 7:00  pm Refreshments 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm Scott Powell keynote address University Session 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm Stump the Scott; student break-out groups Alpha is a series of interactive sessions exploring the basics of the Christian faith. Each session looks at a different question and is designed to create conversation. There’s no pressure, just an open, informal, and honest space to explore and discuss life’s big questions together. Click on the image above to watch a quick video about Alpha! Hosted at Canadian Martyrs Catholic Church & Chaplaincy Sundays 9:30 am-11:00am October 6 - December 8 Each session includes Brunch, Video, and Discussion. No matter your age, spiritual background or experience, all are welcome to come learn and share! Sign up here! Or call the office at 905-528-4632 and we'll get you signed up! Organized by the CWL at Canadian Martyrs, the Christmas Fair will be taking place  — for one day only — on Saturday Nov. 23, from 10 am to 3 pm. In support of this event, the CWL would like to invite you to donate prizes. Collection will take place on October 19 and 20  before Mass. If you have any questions, please contact Dorothy at 905-628-1657. Thank you to Lucy Caluori for her generosity in donating the outside plants, and to her staff at west Hamilton Fortinos who creatively attend to the flower pots with each change in season. Follow us on Instagram! 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.