Parish Bulletin Board

Updated July 11th, 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.  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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15th Sunday in Ordinary Time
July 12, 2026

First Reading:
Isaiah 55.10-11

Responsorial Psalm – Psalm 65:
“The seed that fell on good soil produced a hundredfold.”

Second Reading:
Romans 8.18-23

Gospel:
Matthew 13.1-9
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ARCHDIOCESE OF WINNIPEG
Together in Mission: Office of Stewardship and Mission

15th Sunday in Ordinary Time: July 11 & 12:
In today’s second reading, Saint Paul gives us reason to hope for a wondrous future beyond our imagination.  He preaches this hope amidst the suffering of the early Christian communities.  “Brothers and sisters: I consider that the sufferings of this present time are as nothing compared with the glory to be revealed for us.” (Romans 8:18).

Good stewards realize that by remaining faithful to the Gospel with persistence, fervour and endurance, our hope in the promises of Christ Jesus will be rewarded. Reflect this week on concrete ways you can remain faithful to the Gospel during these challenging times.

Together in Mission is a call to renew our discipleship, both as individuals and as parish communities.

Guided by the principles of Stewardship, the teachings of the Second Vatican Council, and the leadership of Pope Leo XIV and our own Archbishop, Archbishop Chatlain, we will strive to grow in our relationship with Jesus Christ and deepen our understanding of what it truly means to live as his disciples.

Awakened to the gifts of our time, talent, and treasure, may we become a flame of faith that brings hope and light to our community and to the world.

Please take a few moments to watch this important message from our Archbishop, to learn more about Together in Mission.

click:  Watch Archbishop Chatlain’s Message

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IN GRATITUDE AND APPRECIATION
of Our Pastor, Fr. Darrin!

A Farewell Celebration for our Pastor of 22 years:

Saturday, July 25th
4:30 p.m. Mass, followed by a Fellowship Reception in the Narthex.

Sunday, July 26th
9:30 a.m. Mass (ONE Mass only), followed by a Ticketed Reception (sold out!).

If you took home a special paper to write a message for Fr. Darrin, the deadline to submit the paper is Sunday, July 12th!  The messages will be compiled and bound into a special keepsake gift and presented to Fr. Darrin.  Place completed messages in the drop-box on the table in the Narthex or stop by the parish office to submit it.

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MONTHLY NUPTIAL ANNIVERSARY BLESSINGS
Tuesday, July 14th, 2026 within the 7:00 p.m. Novena Mass
The Vocation of Marriage continues to be foundation for the building up of society and the Church.  As an icon of Christ’s own love for the Church, marriage is at the service of the entire community, as we witness what enduring love can ultimately do.  Our patroness, Saint Gianna with her husband Pietro, knew the gift and responsibility of sharing in such a vocation.

This Novena Mass will include a special blessing for all of our married couples celebrating a wedding anniversary in JULY, including a renewal of vows for those marking 10, 25, 40, 50 or more years of marriage.  All couples marking their anniversary in this particular month are encouraged to bring their family and friends along with them as together with God and the community, we join in giving thanks for your vocation.

Please indicate if you will be participating in the upcoming Nuptial Anniversary Mass, by using the link below.

click:  Sign-up for the Nuptial Anniversary Blessing

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Mark Your Calendars!
PARISH BBQ on Sunday, July 19th following the 11:00 a.m. liturgy
Following the 11:00 a.m. liturgy on Sunday, July 19th, join us for some food and fellowship as we host our first Parish BBQ of the summer and Fr. Darrin’s last BBQ as pastor of our community.  This would be a good opportunity to visit with him before he officially moves to the Archbishop’s Office.

The lunch is sponsored by our Knights of Columbus, however, freewill offerings will be graciously accepted on the day.  We hope to see you there!

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ST. GIANNA’S BLOOD DONATION MINISTRY
The Summer Blood Donation Campaign continues…

Thank you to those who have joined this Ministry and together have donated 32 units of blood so far this year.  We are 53% of the way to our goal of 60 units.

The next group event is set for Wednesday, July 29th, right after the 10:00 am Weekday Mass.

DONATION OPPORTUNITIES:

1. Wednesday, July 29th – Group Event
A block of 5 spots is scheduled for 11:20 a.m.
Meet at the St. Gianna’s Church by 10:35 a.m. for the ride to the CBS location. Please register by July 22nd, otherwise the unclaimed spots will be released.

2. Opportunities for Individuals
We welcome any member of the Blood Donation Ministry to go online and select a time that is convenient.  If two or three people are together, you can call Canadian Blood Services (CBS), 777 William Ave., to arrange for a taxi to and from the facility.

Further events will be scheduled over the summer.
If you have any questions regarding the Blood Donation Ministry, please send an email to [email protected] with the subject line: Blood Donation Ministry.

The process to sign-up through the Canadian Blood Services system is below.  Please consider joining our Blood Donation Ministry and make a sacrifice that may save a life!

Registration/Sign Up Instructions:
Team name: St. Gianna Beretta Molla Knights of Columbus Council 14199

STEP 1: Click on the button link below, and “Sign In”.
STEP 2: Sign into your account, or create an account.
STEP 3: Click on “Partners” in the left task bar.
STEP 4: Click “Join an existing team”.
STEP 5: Begin typing your partner’s name St. Gianna Beretta Molla Knights of Columbus Council 14199 and search results will pop up.
STEP 6: Select “yes” and then click “join”.  Click on Allow contact to receive Team specific notices from the Team Champion.
STEP 7: Select “View team”
STEP 8: Book into the appointments reserved for our team under Team Appointments.

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LIVING WATERS COLUMBARIUM is Expanding!
Pre-Installation Opportunity Extended!
By mid-August, we anticipate the installation of the new section of niches within the columbarium.  Once the installation begins, our ‘pre-installation incentive’ will no longer be available.

To benefit from this opportunity, please ensure to contact Donna in our Living Waters Columbarium office at 204-488-3977, to schedule an appointment.

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MEDITATIVE GALLERY – Update
The work on the Meditative Gallery continues as planned.  Recently, an upgraded version of screens was made available to us, still within the originally price point.  The decision was made to pursue this option.

Currently, Fr. Darrin and Fr. Geoffrey are working with the supplier to complete the final order of equipment and proceed to installation.

Thank you for your patience and understanding concerning the progress.  We are working to ensure that we have done our due diligence in selecting all the correct equipment.

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KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS
Grocery Gift Card Campaign
Did you know that the way you buy your groceries can also benefit our parish?  The Knights of Columbus Grocery Card Campaign helps us to do exactly that!  Grocery gift cards are available for Superstore, Sobeys, Safeway, Fresh Co, No Frills, Foodland and IGA, and the Knights receive a 5% commission on all gift cards sold, which they then generously donate to the parish at the end of each campaign year.

This year, the Knights have chosen to focus their efforts on making our Meditative Gallery a reality.  The commission earned from grocery card sales from November 1, 2025, extended to October 31st, 2026, will go towards the Gallery project.

Thank you to all who have and continue to participate in this campaign.  If you have not yet participated, please visit the Knights’ table in the Narthex after Sunday Mass and join in the effort!

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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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OFFICE HOURS
Tuesday to Friday 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.