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

A Warm Welcome from Father Anthoni

Fr. Anthoni Bawanthade CMF

Dear Parishioners,

Peace be with you!

It is with gratitude to God that I begin my ministry among you as Associate Pastor of Saint John the Evangelist and Saint Brigid parishes. I feel truly blessed to have been entrusted with the opportunity to serve this faith-filled community, and I look forward to getting to know each of you in the months and years ahead.

A parish is much more than a building where we gather on Sundays. It is a family of believers who encourage one another, pray together, celebrate life’s joys, and support one another through its challenges. I hope to share in that journey with you as your priest—celebrating the sacraments, proclaiming God’s Word, visiting the sick, accompanying families, and growing together in faith.

As I begin this new chapter, I ask for your prayers, patience, and friendship. Moving into a new parish is always a time of learning, and I look forward to discovering the many gifts, traditions, and ministries that make this community such a vibrant witness to Christ.

Whether you have belonged to the parish for many years, have recently joined us, or are visiting for the first time, know that you are always welcome here. Together, let us continue to build a community where everyone feels at home, where faith is deepened, hope is renewed, and the love of Christ is made visible through our words and actions.

I am excited to meet you personally and to walk with you in faith as we seek to know, love, and serve the Lord more faithfully.

I entrust our parish family to the loving care of the Blessed Virgin Mary and to the intercession of Saint John the Evangelist and Saint Brigid. May the Lord bless us as we journey together in faith, hope, and love.

In Christ,

Fr. Anthoni Bawanthade CMF

Associate Pastor

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August 1st

ANNOUNCEMENT: NEW ASSOCIATE PASTOR

Greetings,
After much prayerful consideration Archbishop Marcel Dampousse has appointed Fr. Anthoni Bawanthade, CMF, as the new associate pastor of St. Leonard parish. He will join our pastoral team as the new pastoral assistant to the people of St. John and St. Brigid communities. Fr. Anthoni is a member of the Congregation of the Missionary Sons of the Immaculate Heart of Mary (Claretian Missionaries). He has served in many pastoral roles in India before moving to Canada to study at St. Paul University and has just completed his doctorate studies. Please welcome Fr. Anthoni as he begins serving our parish communities on August 1st.
Let us also give thanks for Fr. Micheal and his many years of dedicated service to our communities and let us keep him in our prayers as he approaches a new beginning.
Peace be with you,
Fr. John Orban

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.

August 23rd

OUR LADY OF KNOCK SHRINE – OUTDOOR MASS

This year’s Pilgrimage to honour Our Lady of Knock will be held on Sunday, August 23rd. The Eucharist will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. in English by Archbishop Paul-Andre Durocher assisted by Father John Braganza of St. Malachy’s parish.

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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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