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Saint Brigid and Saint John The Evangelist - Two Parishes, One Family, United in Christ

A Warm Welcome from Father Michael

Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,

It is with immense joy and open hearts that we extend our warmest welcome to you, whether you are a lifelong parishioner, a new resident, or simply exploring your faith. At Saint John The Evangelist and Saint Brigid's, we are a family dedicated to living out the Gospel, serving our community, and growing together in love and spiritual understanding. We invite you to join us in worship, participate in our ministries, and experience the vibrant spirit of our parish family. May God bless you abundantly.

Fr. Michael Wright

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Outreach & Charity

Serving those in need within our community and beyond through various charitable efforts.

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Upcoming Event

May 24th

OUR LADY OF THE VISITATION – Plant Sale CWL

Plant Sale, Sunday, May 24th from 8 am – 12 noon. You can do cash or e-transfers.

May 23rd

ST. MARY’S PENTECOST VIGIL

Join St. Mary’s Parish, 100 Young St., Saturday, May 23rd, 7-9:30pm for an evening of praise, prophecy, teaching, healing, and Eucharistic adoration.

Theme: Fire Within. Speaker: Fr. Mark Goring, CC, Pastor of St. Mary’s Parish.

The Prayer and Prophetic Ministry members will be available to pray for you in person. Online at St. Mary’s Youtube Channel. Info: Natalia Lacar (night.worship.ministry@stmarysottawa.ca).

May 29-30

SOUTH GLOUCESTER UNITED CHURCH – SPRING YARD SALE

Our annual yard sale May 29-30. Drop off items: Friday May 29 from 9am-11am. Items for sale Friday, May 29 from 11am-6pm and Saturday from 8am-1pm.

Clothing Drive: Drop off May 19 & 26 from 9am-11am and May 29 & 30 from 9am-11am. Info: www.sguc.org

May 30

ST. THERESA PARISH – BUS TRIP

Join us Saturday, May 30 leaving from Lincoln Fields Shopping Centre at 8:30am, 9:00am from St. Theresa Parish, and 9:30am from St. Laurent Shopping Centre. Arrive 10:30am to visit Our Lady of Lourdes Sanctuary and Shrine – Rigaud Quebec, bring your lunch.

At 1:45 pm we stop at St. Eustache Flea Market with Large & Indoor Market. Supper at 5pm at Chenoy Restaurant. Arrive in Ottawa at 8:30 pm.

The cost is $45 per person. Info: Wendy 613-230-4552 or wendy.schieman@gmail.com

September 15-17

ST. PIUS X HIGH SCHOOL – CLASS OF 1976 – 50TH REUNION

The St Pius X Class of 1976 warmly invites all alumni to a 50th reunion in Ottawa, September 15-17.

Reconnect, renew friendships, and share memories. For planning purposes, and for more details, please contact us at stpiusX76@gmail.com

Oct. 16-25, 2026

SHADES OF IRELAND TOUR

Join Father Gerard Plant for an unforgettable 10-day journey through the Emerald Isle with Collette Tours next fall!

Highlights include Dublin, a traditional Irish dinner & entertainment, Blarney Castle, a brewery experience, the Ring of Kerry, Cliffs of Moher, a sheepdog demonstration. The trip concludes with a magical stay in a majestic Irish castle, where we’ll toast farewell to Ireland during an elegant group dinner. Pre-and post-tour extensions are available.

For details or to reserve your spot, contact Nisreen Salem at Marlin Travel — 613-728-1616 ext. 232 or nisreen.salem@marlintravel.ca. Travel, faith, friendship — a journey to treasure forever.

May 31

BLESSING OF MOTORCYCLES

Motorcycle enthusiasts are invited to a special blessing on Sunday, May 31, 2026 at Saint Viateur Parish, 154 Rue Mable, Limoges, ON. The individual blessing of motorcyclists and their motorcycles will be offered by the Pastor after the 9:00 a.m. Mass in the parking lot in front of the church. All are welcome!

June 3rd

OTTAWA CATHOLIC CURSILLO MOVEMENT – GRAND ULTREYA

Kick off your summer with joy and community at our June Grand Ultreya, which will be on Wednesday, June 3 at 7pm at Our Lady of Fatima Parish (153 Woodroffe Ave.) This ultreya will be extra special as we celebrate the 60th anniversary of our movement and the blessing it has been in our community and our lives. Join us for Mass, witness, fellowship and food. We look forward to seeing you there.

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Our Weekly Mass Schedule

Saint John The Evangelist

Saturday Vigil:: 4:00 PM
Sunday Mass:: 9:00 AM

Saint Brigid's

Sunday Mass:: 10:30 AM

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The Seven Sacraments

The Sacraments are outward signs instituted by Christ to give grace. They are vital to our spiritual journey and connection with God.

Baptism

The sacrament of initiation that cleanses from original sin and welcomes new members into the Christian community. Please contact the parish office to schedule.

First Holy Communion

Preparation for children to receive the Body and Blood of Christ for the first time. Enrollment begins in the fall. For more information please call the parish office.

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Reconciliation

Experience God's mercy and forgiveness through the Sacrament of Reconciliation. By clicking on the learn more button it will bring you to Saint Patrick Basilica Parish which has regular scheduled times for reconciliation, or call the parish to schedule a time.

Marriage

The sacrament uniting a man and a woman in lifelong covenant. Please contact the rectory at least 6 months in advance.

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