For June 20, 2026:
* For the Mass Intentions / Tabernacle Lamp Offerings, scroll down to the Liturgy Schedule
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WISH TO BECOME MEMBERS OF ST. GIANNA’S PARISH?
Thank you to all who participated in our most recent information session on June 14, 2026. We look forward to welcoming you as members of our parish community!
If you wish to become a parishioner of St. Gianna’s, please attend the next New Parishioners Information Session by signing-up to join using the link below.
Date: To Be Determined
click: New Parishioners Information Session – Sign Up
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12th Sunday in Ordinary Time
June 21, 2026
First Reading:
Jeremiah 20.10-13
Responsorial Psalm – Psalm 69:
“Lord, in your steadfast love, answer me.”
Second Reading:
Romans 5.12-15
Gospel:
Matthew 10.26-33
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CHILD SPONSORSHIP WEEKEND at St. Gianna’s
Final Opportunity: June 20 & 21, 2026
Chalice is Canada’s largest Catholic Child Sponsorship organization. At the Sunday liturgies on June 13 & 14 and 20 & 21, Chalice will provide parishioners the opportunity to begin a relationship with a child in the developing world through the benefits of Child Sponsorship. These are children in extreme poverty who need your support to excel in their education and fulfill their God-given potential.
Please take a moment to visit the Chalice table in the Narthex after the liturgy you attend.
click: Visit the Chalice website for more information
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COLUMBARIUM VISITING HOURS
for Father Day on Sunday, June 21st, 2026
Please take time to visit and pray for your Father on Sunday, June 21st, 2026.
Living Waters Columbarium will be open Father’s Day from 8:30 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. for visitation.
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MEDITATIVE GALLERY – Update
We are currently working with the technical people to ensure that the installation of our Meditative Gallery is as successful and least intrusive (messy) as possible. Once all of the variables have been sorted out, the process of installation will begin. Please watch for updates!
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ST. GIANNA’S HARVEST MINISTRY
Community Garden Initiative 2026
Our parish community garden has now been planted with carrots, beans, onions, beets and potatoes. At this time, we invite participation in the following:
Ongoing Maintenance and Watering: Thank you to those who signed up for the weekly watering and weeding of the community garden in the month of June. The sign-up calendar for July will be made available later this month.
‘Grow-a-Row’ at Home: If you would like to dedicate a row in your home garden and donate its produce toward this initiative, please choose from the vegetables listed above or from these other much needed vegetables: tomatoes, peas, cucumbers, green peppers, zucchini or other squash, crab apples, or large herbs (parsley, basil, etc). A bin for donated produce will be made available during the harvesting weeks.
* This initiative is not limited to parishioners, so please share this opportunity with friends and family who may wish to participate.
Harvesting and Delivery: This season, we will be supporting Missionaries of Charity, Villa Rosa and Willow Place. More information on this will be made available as the harvest becomes ready.
As a parish, we hope to support the community we are called to serve. We recognize the good work other organizations do to provide for those who may need a helping hand. Please join us in ‘being a part of something great!’
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LIVING WATERS COLUMBARIUM is Expanding!
Pre-Installation Opportunity Extended!
The current high demand for Columbarium Niches has made it necessary to expand our Niche inventory. A new 198 niche addition will be located along the large curved wall on the northeast side of the Columbarium.
In preparation for this new addition, we are pleased to extend our pre-installation opportunity a little longer, where all Niches on this bank will be offered with a special incentive pricing (some exceptions may apply). This is a great time to let your family and friends know of this pre-installation opportunity.
In appreciation for any referral resulting in the purchase of a new Niche, Living Waters Columbarium will offer a complimentary Vigil Candle for two designated dates, in memory of your beloved deceased presently entombed or memorialized in the Columbarium.
For more information or to take advantage of this opportunity, please contact Donna at 204-488-3977, to schedule an appointment.
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ARCHDIOCESE OF WINNIPEG
Additional Pastoral / Personnel Changes 2026
click: Archbishop Chatlain’s Memorandum
Ordination of Permanent Deacons
On Friday, June 26, 2026, the Winnipeg Archdiocese will celebrate the Ordination of six candidates to the Permanent Diaconate: Mark Coates, Quirino Gille, Paul Human, Ernesto Samiana, Jose Vasquez and Maui Zamora, at St. Mary’s Cathedral, 353 St. Mary Avenue, Winnipeg, at 7:00 p.m.
In addition, on Friday, July 17, 2026, Rick DeBin will be ordained to the Permanent Diaconate at St. Augustine’s Parish in Brandon, MB, at 7:00 p.m.
All are welcome to attend!
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GIVE CARE, NOT MAiD
MAiD targets the vulnerable in our society, the very ones we should be providing care for. Support a Culture of Life
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STEWARDSHIP OF TREASURE
Legacy Donations
Sharing in the Mission and Ministry of the Church is an essential part of our christian discipleship.
Please remember St Gianna’s in when planning your Last Will and Testament. There is no greater way to allow one’s legacy to live on then contributing to the long-term life of the parish we all know and love.
Thank you for ‘Being a Part of Something Great!’
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OFFER A TABERNACLE CANDLE
Every Saturday, a new candle in each of the two Tabernacle Lamps are lit and burn for a seven day period, and can be offered up in memory of a loved one or as a part of an intercessory prayer for a special need. click: Offer a Tabernacle Candle Online
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Tabernacle Lamp Intentions June 20-June 26, 2026:
1. For the Intentions of Healing and Well-being.
2. For the Repose of the Soul of Imelda Laniog,
Requested by Francia Esguerra
Tabernacle Lamp Intentions June 27-July 3, 2026:
1. For the Repose of the Soul of Rebecca Laniog,
Requested by Francia Esguerra
2. For the Repose of the Soul of Lisa Maria Senicki,
Requested by Chesia Senicki
* If you wish to offer a Tabernacle Candle, see announcement above.
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Saturday, June 20 – Twelfth Sunday in Ordinary Time
4:30 PM Liturgy
The Presider’s Mass Intention will be for the Intentions of The Centeno Family,
Requested by Alma Centeno
Sunday, June 21 – Twelfth Sunday in Ordinary Time
9:00 AM Liturgy
The Presider’s Mass Intention will be for the Intentions of Michael A. Velasco,
Requested by Betina Carla Centeno
11:00 AM Liturgy
The Presider’s Mass Intention will be for the Intention of All Parishioners,
Requested by Fr. Darrin
Tuesday, June 23 – Ferial
6:15 PM – Communal Praying of the Rosary in Church
7:00 PM – Novena Mass in Honour of St. Gianna Beretta Molla
The Presider’s Mass Intention will be for the Repose of the Soul of Rosalina Viray,
Requested by Adele Pedrosa
Wednesday, June 24 – Solemnity: The Nativity of St. John the Baptist
10:00 AM Liturgy
The Presider’s Mass Intention will be for the Intentions of Carlitos Averia,
Requested by The Averia Family
Friday, June 26 – Ferial
10:00 AM Liturgy
The Presider’s Mass Intention will be for the Repose of the Soul of Lucia A. Retuta Zabala,
Requested by Reina Deang
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OFFICE HOURS
Tuesday to Friday 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Please consult the Columbarium website for Office and Visiting Hours
click: Visiting Hours
In the event of a hospital emergency or the death of a loved one, please call the parish office at 204-488-3977, follow the prompts, choose ‘3‘ and please leave a voice message.
For columbarium needs, please call Living Waters Columbarium at 204-488-3977 during office hours.
Thank you for your patience and understanding as we continue to make our way through these challenging days.
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