Sarnia Bluewater Roman Catholic Family of Parishes

Welcoming Communities, Encountering Christ, Sharing Faith and Caring for All

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“Let both of them grow together until the harvest.” (Matthew 13:30)
God is patient with us as we grow. His mercy gives us time to turn back to Him and become who He created us to be.

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Today we celebrate the Feast of Our Lady of Mount Carmel.
May we, like those who wear her scapular, be reminded to live with trust, humility, + steadfast faith, knowing we are never alone on the journey of discipleship.

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You’re invited to our Parish Picnic! 🌿

Aug 15 | 1–3 PM | STA

Enjoy a BBQ courtesy of the Knights of Columbus, and take time to relax, connect, and celebrate some summer fun with our parish family.

Questions? Contact Annie at [email protected].

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Have you noticed a few new faces around our Family of Parishes? 👀
This July, we welcomed two new priests. First up: Fr. Joseph Ojonugwa Matthew, S.D.V. 🙏
Please join us in giving him a warm welcome and keeping him in your prayers as he begins his ministry with us💙✨

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Looking for a way to deepen your faith this summer? ☀️📖
Join us tonight as we begin an 8-week journey through the Letter to the Ephesians with Fr. Brian Jane.

🕡 6:30–8:30pm
📍 Our Lady of Mercy Parish Hall

All are welcome. No registration required! 🙏✨

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📣 We're hiring!

Temporary Full-Time Social Media Assistant (pregnancy-parental leave coverage).

📅 Apply by July 27
🚀 Start date: August 10, 2026
📆 Approx. 18-month contract
Full details at https://t.co/sT8lzh5R3r

Know someone who'd be a great fit? Share this post!

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🌱Got extra produce from your garden?
Help nourish our community by donating fresh fruits and vegetables to the St Vincent de Paul Food Bank & Help Centre
📍228 Davis St
🗓Tues–Fri | 🕙 10AM–2:30PM
🔔Ring the receiving doorbell off Euphemia St.
Every donation makes a difference💚

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✨ Another summer week to grow in faith, friendship, and community.
Check out this week’s Family Roundup (July 13–19) and join us where you can!

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“Some seed fell on rich soil and produced fruit.” (Matthew 13:8)
Faith grows when it is nurtured through prayer, worship, and trust. God desires our lives to bear lasting fruit.

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✝️ July 11 – St. Benedict ✨

Father of Western monasticism, St. Benedict taught generations to seek God through prayer, work + faithful living. His medal reminds us of the power of the Cross + trust in Christ. Swipe to learn more about this medal!

🙏 St. Benedict, pray for us

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🔥 PEAK Leadership Camp – Grades 9-12 | August 13-16, 2026

Teen leaders, this summer is your time to rise! PEAK Leadership Camp invites students entering Grades 9-12 to strengthen their faith, grow in leadership, and connect with other young Catholics.

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📢 Event Update

Beyond the Pew: A Young Adult Roundtable with Dana Cavers has been postponed.
We're working on a new date and look forward to gathering with you soon. Stay tuned to our social media channels for updates!

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Join us for Traditional Latin Mass for the Feast of the Seven Holy Brothers & Saints Rufina and Secunda, Virgin Martyrs.

⛪️ St. Joseph Catholic Church, 293 Stuart Street, Sarnia
📆 Tomorrow, Friday, July 10
🕖 7:00pm

Join us following Mass for a social!

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God's call is too big to figure out alone 🙏

Join Fr. Rob Renaud at The Loft for Echoes of the Divine.

Youth: Aug. 4 | 7:30PM
YA: Aug. 5 | 7:30PM

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🎨💥 CHROMA: The Ultimate Colour Clash 💥🎨

Join us Aug. 22 at 1PM at St. Thomas d'Aquin (895 Champlain Rd.) for an afternoon of colour, games & fun in support of The Loft!

$10 includes 3 colour bags 🌈 + a white headband 🤍

More details to come!

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🚌🙏 Join us August 11 for a Franciscan Jubilee Pilgrimage to St. Mary's Church in Blenheim, a designated Jubilee pilgrimage site.
The day includes Mass, Confession, prayer +reflections on St. Francis
💲30 (bus included)
📅 Register by July 31
📞 Reserve your seat: 519-336-2653

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🔥"Be sealed with the Gift of the Holy Spirit."

Confirmation marks a new chapter in the life of faith, strengthening young people to follow Christ + share His love

Registration is now open for our Fall 2026 Confirmation Prep
📲 Learn more and register at https://t.co/8ElGtoCK05

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🌿 Summer may slow some things down, but there’s still lots happening across our Family of Parishes!
Here’s your Family Roundup for July 6–12 ☀️

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🌼 July 6 – St. Maria Goretti ✨

At just 11 years old, Maria Goretti showed remarkable faith, courage, and forgiveness. Before her death, she forgave her attacker and prayed for his salvation.

🙏 St. Maria Goretti, patron of youth, purity, and forgiveness, pray for us.

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“Come to me, all you who labor and are burdened.” (Matthew 11:28)
Jesus invites us to bring Him our worries, struggles, and exhaustion. In Him, we find rest for our souls.