Twenty-Third Week in Ordinary Time

Bulletin

12-Sep-26

Consult the parish calendar for a complete list of upcoming activities and events.

General Announcements

Fundraising & Events

Our After-Mass Social typically occur on the last Sunday of each month. It's a great opportunity to reconnect with fellow parishioners and meet new ones. All are welcome... bring a friend!

Our next social will take place after Mass September 13, in recognition of Fr Paul's service to our community.

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Labrador Outreach

Around the Archdiocese

Retirement Picnic for Fr John Hibbard
St. Francis de Sales - Blessed Sacrament Catholic Women's League Fall Retreat
Clergy Appointments
17th Annual Women's Fall Retreat
200th Anniversary of the Archdiocese of Kingston
- Commemorative Icon
- Pilgrimage in the Archdiocese of Kingston

Harvest Table

The annual harvest table will be set up at the back of the church this weekend. Parishioners can bring their extra produce and leave it there for those without gardens to help themselves. The table will remain in operation through the fall for as long as produce is available.

Thank you, Fr Paul

Fr Paul will be celebrating his last Mass with us on Sunday, September 13. While we are saddened to see him leave, we are grateful for the time he has shared with our parish community and for the many ways he has served and cared for us during his time at St. Ann’s.

Following Mass this Sunday, we will have an after-mass social. This will be an opportunity for parishioners to share memories, offer our thanks, and personally say goodbye to Fr Paul before he returns to Tanzania.

Please keep Fr Paul in your prayers as he begins this next chapter of his journey. May God bless him abundantly and guide him in all that lies ahead.

Public Rosary Rally

Canada Needs Our Lady

Prayer is one of the most powerful weapons in the world. God can heal broken hearts and alleviate suffering through a sincere prayer. Join communities across Canada as we pray through the intercession of our Blessed Mother.

Date: Saturday, October 10

Time: 12 pm

Location: Lions Club Bandstand in Merrickville Blockhouse Park | 279 St. Lawrence Street, Merrickville ON

For the Care of Water

Papal Intention for September

Let us pray for a just and sustainable management of water, a vital resource, so that everyone may have equal access to it..

Labrador Outreach Project

The Labrador Outreach Project is a volunteer effort designed to assist two Innu communities in Labrador. Guided by the advice of the priests and the teachers in the communities, our parish family collects and purchases items identified by each community. Ways to give include:

Donating goods, such as:
- Warm base layers, outer wear, and footwear
- Yarn for knitting and crocheting
- Children’s activity kits
Making monetary donations via:
- green envelope supplied at the back of the Church (make cheques payable to St. Laurence O’Toole)
- e-transfer to: stlaurenceotoole@outlook.com (include full name and mailing address with memo: Labrador Outreach)
Sponsoring a box of baby items or art supplies ($50)

Deadline for contributions: October 4

Learn more about this year’s campaign.

Catholic Women’s League Fall Retreat

St. Francis de Sales | Blessed Sacrament

The Catholic Women’s League of St. Francis de Sales and Blessed Sacrament warmly invites all women to a Fall Retreat. Come away for a few hours to rest, renew, and deepen your faith. Join special guest speaker Fr Justin Pulikunnel for a day of faith, reflection, fellowship, and spiritual renewal.

Date: Saturday, September 26
Time: 9 am to 2 pm
Location: St. Francis de Sales Church | 17 Elmsley Street North, Smiths Falls

Lunch and refreshments included. Free will offering accepted.

RSVP by September 21 by contacting Melanie at 613-326-1003.

Clergy Appointments

Archbishop Michael Mulhall wishes to announce the following clergy appointments, effective September 15, 2026:

Rev. Brent Brennan, Administrator of St. Patrick's Parish, Railton, and St. Barnaby's Parish, Brewers Mills
Rev. Valayathil Kurian Albin, Associate Pastor of St. Francis Xavier, Brockville

The following appointments took effect September 1, 2026:

Rev. Jose Ajeesh, OSB, Administrator of St. John the Apostle Parish, Kingston
Rev. John Albin, OSB, Associate Pastor of St. John the Apostle Parish, Kingston
Rev. James Shinto, OSB, Administrator of Holy Family Parish, Kingston
Rev. Francis Zambon, Rector of St. Mary's Cathedral, Kingston
Rev. Shawn Hughes, Pastor of St. Michael the Archangel Parish, Belleville
Rev. Adaikalaraj Albert, Administrator of Our Lady of Lourdes Parish, Kingston
Rev. Charles Enyinnia, Pastor of St. Paul the Apostle Parish, Kingston
Rev. Marek Chochrek, Pastor of St. Peter-in-Chains Parish, Trenton
Rev. Tim Harrison, Pastor of St. Patrick's Parish, Napanee
Rev. Jayaseelan Amalanathan, Administrator of the Parishes of Holy Name of Mary, Marysville; St. Vincent de Paul, Deseronto; and St. Charles Borromeo, Read
Rev. Cyprian Ihedoro, SMMM, Pastor of the Parishes of St. John the Baptist, Perth; Sacred Heart of Jesus, Lanark; and St. Bridget's, Stanleyville; and the Missions of St. Vincent de Paul, Bathurst; St. Columbkill, McDonald's Corners; and St. Patrick's, Ferguson Falls
Rev. Anthony Dim, Administrator of the Parishes of St. Edward the Confessor, Westport; St. Columbanus, Elgin; and Sacred Heart of Jesus, Bedford; and the Mission of St. James Major, Sharbot Lake
Rev. Thomas Stephan, Pastor of the Parishes of St. John the Evangelist, Gananoque; and St. Patrick's Lansdowne; and the Mission of St. Brendan, Rockport
Rev. Charles Ogbuagu, Pastor of Blessed Sacrament Parish, Amherstview; and the Mission of St. Linus, Bath

Archbishop Mulhall extends his gratitude to the following clergy retiring from active priestly ministry for their many years of faithful and dedicated service to the Archdiocese of Kingston:

Rev. John Brennan, Pastor of Our Lady of Lourdes Parish, Kingston
Rev. John Hibbard, Pastor of St. Paul the Apostle Parish, Kingston
Rev. Richard Whelan, Pastor of St. Michael the Archangel Parish, Belleville

Special thanks to Rev. Wes Chochrek who has served as the Administrator of the Parish of St. Barnaby's and Holy Family Parish. Thanks also to Mr. Jim Hase who has been the Financial Administrator of St. Patrick's Parish, Railton.

Retirement Picnic for Fr. John Hibbard

St. Paul the Apostle Parish is hosting potluck picnic in celebration of for Fr. John Hibbard's retirement.

Date: Sunday, September 27
Time: Immediately following the 11 am mass
Location: St. Paul the Apostle | 1111 Taylor Kidd Blvd, Kingston

Learn more, including event registration, at St. Paul the Apostle Parish.

17th Annual Women’s Fall Retreat

Come and experience the joy of a day set apart—deepening your faith, renewing your spirit, and gathering in fellowship with other women.

Date: Saturday, October 24
Time: 9:00 am to 3:30 pm
Location: St. Michael Catholic High School | 2755 Hwy 43, Kemptville ON
Cost: $50 (includes morning snack and lunch)

The retreat day begins with Holy Mass. Throughout the day, guest speaker Melanie Rabishaw will share reflections that invite participants to grow in their relationship with Christ and to experience the hope, strength, and new life found in Him. There will be opportunities for worship, personal prayer, and quiet reflection, allowing space to encounter Christ in a meaningful and personal way.

Learn more about the Women's Fall Retreat, including registration.

200th Anniversary of the Archdiocese of Kingston

To know Christ and the power of his resurrection.

Phil 3:10

On January 27, 1826, Pope Leo XII erected the Diocese of Kingston and nominated Alexander MacDonnell as the first Bishop of Kingston. With this Papal act, Kingston became the second diocese in Canada and the first Roman Catholic diocese erected in the British Empire since the Reformation!

The Archdiocese will be celebrating its bicentennial from December 8, 2025, to December 8, 2026.

Learn more about the 200th Anniversary of the Archdiocese of Kingston.

Commemorative Icon

The Archdiocese of Kingston commissioned the writing of an icon to commemorate its 200th anniversary. A copy of the icon is hanging at the back of the Church. The faithful are invited to spend time before the icon, read and contemplate the images, and accept the invitation to know Christ and the power of His resurrection. A leaflet is available at the back of the Church for those who wish to learn more about the symbols, colours, and composition of the icon.

View the images and the readings of the six icons.

Pilgrimage in the Archdiocese of Kingston

The Archdiocese of Kingston has been granted a Plenary Indulgence from the Paenitentiaria Apostolica for the 200th anniversary year of 2026. There are five pilgrimage churches across the Archdiocese of Kingston where the faithful may visit to receive the plenary indulgence. These churches were selected for their historic significance within the four deaneries of the archdiocese. The churches are:

St. Michael the Archangel | 296 Church Street, Belleville
St. Joseph | 392 Palace Road, Kingston
St. John the Baptist | 38 Wilson Street East, Perth
St. Francis Xavier | 66 Church Street, Brockville
Cathedral of St. Mary of the Immaculate Conception | 279 Johnson Street, Kingston.

Take a virtual tour of these pilgrimage churches. A brief history of each church is also provided.