We are merely servants: we have done no more than our duty.
(Luke 17.7-10)
MESSAGE FROM THE BISHOP
Letter from Bishop Brehl
Please read the Pastoral Update from the Bishop dated November 1, 2026 here: https://pembrokediocese.com/pastoral-planning/pastoral-update-from-the-bishop-november-1-2026/.
FROM THE DIOCESE
Call to Holy Orders – Rev. Mr. Augustine Tardiff (Madonna House)
Deacon Augustine will be Ordained to the Priesthood by Bishop Brehl on Monday, 14 December 2026 at St. Mary’s Chapel, Madonna House in Combermere at 11:00am.
Please keep Deacon Augustine in your prayers as he enters these final weeks of spiritual preparation for ordination.
Pastoral Announcement
Reverend Fortunatus Rudakemwa will conclude his priestly ministry in the Diocese of Pembroke on 27 November 2026. Bishop Brehl expresses gratitude to Father Fortunatus for his years of ministry in the Diocese of Pembroke.
Announcements about pastoral provision for Témiscaming and Kipawa will be forthcoming.
30 October 2026
THE HOLY SEE
Pope’s Prayer Intention for November 2026
For the proper use of wealth – Let us pray for the proper use of wealth, that not succumbing to the temptation of selfishness, it may always be put at the service the common good and solidarity of those who have less.
TRUTH AND RECONCILIATION
Mindful Mondays
Mashkiwizii Manido Foundation presents Mindful Mondays, a bi-weekly program from 6-7:30pm: Next date: November 23rd. Topic: Be a Good Ally. For more information, please call 613 631-0302 or email info@mashkiwiziimanicofoundation.com.
Full Moon Ceremonies
At Foy Provincial Park, 933 Red Rock Road, Killaloe from 7-9pm. Next Full Moon Ceremony: Tuesday, November 24th – Freezing Moon. Contact the Mashkiwizii Manido Foundation at 613 631-0302 for more information and what to bring.
Indigenous Policing Bureau – Seven Grandfather Teachings (As held from the Algonquin Community)
- Humility: Humility is to know yourself as a sacred part of Creation. We are all equal to others, not better, regardless of age, race or sex.
MARRIAGE, FAMILY, YOUTH & YOUNG ADULTS
Emmaus Mornings, for young adults (18–39)
Is your phone a tool or a master? Join us every first Saturday of the month from 9am to 1pm at St. James the Less, Eganville, for a Scripture Q&A, adoration and confession, Mass, talks on the phone and the power of silence, and the launch of our book club with C.S. Lewis’s The Screwtape Letters. Bring your Bible, a notepad, and a willingness to grow. Come alone or bring a friend. Next gathering: December 5th. RSVP to family@pembrokediocese.com.
PARISH EVENTS
Red Wednesday
Mass will be celebrated for all Persecuted Christians at St. Columbkille Cathedral on Wednesday, November 18th at 7pm. 413 million Christians live in countries where religious freedom is seriously violated and who face prosecution. There were an estimated 5,000 Christians martyred for their faith in Jesus Christ in 2025.
St. Andrew’s Catholic Church Turkey Bingo
Please join parishioners on Thursday, November 26th at 7pm sharp at the Parish Hall, 141 Queen Street, Killaloe. 15 regular games (turkey prize), 4 special games with special prizes. Jackpot of $500 guaranteed! Canteen, Silent Auction, and 50/50 also available. Please call 613 757-2443 for more information. Everyone welcome!
Healing Prayer Service
Led by Father Réal Ouellette, together with a team on Tuesday, November 17 (2026). Begins at 7pm at Most Holy Name of Jesus Church, 284 Trafalgar Road, Pembroke.
- Eucharistic Adoration
- Hymns
- Teaching
- Personal prayer
- Sacrament of Reconciliation (Confession)
Come meet the Lord in a special way and entrust to him your prayers and your worries.
Please note: this event will NOT be live streamed.
PRO-LIFE
Life Worth Living Film
Come Tuesday, November 17, 10:30am, to Our Lady of Good Counsel Church Parish Hall, 33110 Hwy 17E, Deep River, ON, to watch this award-winning* documentary that exposes the euthanasia crisis in Canada. After 10 years of MAiD, what has happened to Canada’s reputation and health care systems? It is a vitally important story that must be told, but it is one of hope and resilience.
*Winner of 2026 Niagara International Film Festival and
Finalist 2026 Cannes International Film Festival.
Trailer: www.lifeworthlivingfilm.com/.
First Step Options 20th Anniversary Open House
You’re invited to come celebrate First Step Options’ 20th anniversary on Tuesday, November 24th from 4pm to 7pm at the FSO Pregnancy Resource Centre, 362 Miller Street, Pembroke. Enjoy refreshments, tours, stories and fellowship. Cake cutting ceremony at 4:30pm. Hope to see you there!
Save the Date & Help Meat the Need!
First Step Options is excited to announce a special one-day fundraising event in partnership with M&M Food Market. Simply shop at M&M Food Market on Friday, December 4th, and 10% of your purchase will be donated to First Step Options. It’s an easy way to make a difference while picking up your favourite frozen meals, appetizers, desserts, and more!
OTHER CATHOLIC EVENTS
Mass of Remembrance for the Fallen
With praise and thanksgiving to Almighty God, the RC Military Ordinariate of Canada cordially invites you to attend the Mass of Remembrance for the Fallen-on Wednesday, November 11th at 8:45am at Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica, 285 Sussex Drive, Ottawa. Most Rev. Scott McCaig, C.C., Bishop of the RC Military Ordinariate of Canada will preside over the ceremony.
OTHER
Pilgrimage to Belgium, the Netherlands and Luxembourg
Pilgrimage to Belgium, the Netherlands and Luxembourg with Fr. Francis Ching, CC. April 22 – May 4, 2027. 13 days/11 nights. 3 Marian apparition sites, 1 Eucharistic Miracle site, St. Damien of Molokai, famous relics, Flanders Fields. Price includes all fares, fees, tips, stipends, taxes, & meals except 10 lunches. $7335 per person (double occ) Toronto Departure. Information Meeting Sunday, November 15th 2:00pm at St. Mary’s Parish, Ottawa. For information contact Tour Coordinator Laurie Courchesne-Dooley at 613 732-5739, mobile 613 602-3535 or e-mail lafrcodo@outlook.com.
