BIRTHDAYS IN AUG.:  Brent Smith(Aug 25); Ian Chapman(Aug 26); and Joanna O'Connor(Aug 27).

BIRTHDAYS IN SEPTEMBER: Irene Fleury(Sept 1) Frank English(Sep 5th); John Terpstra(Sep 6); Agnes Emmenegger(Sep 8th); Josephine Martens(Sep 9); Marg Van Will(Sep11th); Sharon Roddy(Sep 11th); Kohen Miller(Sep 19th); Theo Van Will(Sep 21st); Diane Miller(Sep 22nd); Julia Barber( Sep 29th); and Katie Payne (Sep 29th). Many more years to come!!

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WEDDING ANNIVERSARIES IN AUG.: Peter & Louise Kennelly(48 years Aug 27).

WEDDING ANNIVERSARIES IN SEPTEMBER: Frank and Mary English(55 years on Sept 5th); Peter and Agnes Emmenegger(57 years on Sept 7); Paul and Janice McLaughlin(27 years on Sept 11th); Bob and Maureen Sedgewick(53 years on Sept 16th); Dick and Anne Lynch(60 years!!! on Sept 25th); and Rick and Anne Lavigne(43 years on Sept 25th)! God's continued blessings on all of you!

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PARISH CELEBRATION DAYS: After the 10:30AM Mass Sunday August 31st  join in celebrating “Summer” on St. Paul’s Church lawn with coffee, tea, juices and finger snacks. This invitation is for all parishioners no matter what Mass you attend. Sending out an invitation for volunteers to supply reception food and work with set up and clean up. Contact Marg VanWill 705-696-2027 or Lisa Cossar 705-639-1223.

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My bedroom window in the rectory needs to be replaced--cost will be $1100. plus tax. I obtained 3 estimates--Terrion Windows and Doors was the best price and I've used them before. They should install it by next week. Just wanting to keep you all updated...I promise to be always careful with your money!

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Parish BBQ : Our Parish BBQ is Sunday, September 14 at St. Paul's Church after the 10:30 Mass.  All parishioners are invited to join together for food, fun and fellowship.  Bring your appetite and your lawn chair.  There will be children's games again this year.  If you are willing to volunteer, please contact Father David or Lisa Cossar at 705 639-1223.

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Douro Doings 2025:  Please join us in Douro for the 95th Douro Doings! September 1 at Douro Park. 10 Km run, children’s games, entertainment, classic car show, slow pitch. Roast beef dinner and famous quilt raffle held at St. Joseph’s parish hall

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Pilgrimage to Martyr Shrine---Saturday September 20, 2025

Schedule:  10 am Buses Arrive -            Confessions & prepare for Mass

11:00 am Mass with Bishop Miehm & assembled clergy

12:00 Picnic Lunch on grounds (café has limited seating)

1:00 pm Afternoon Programs                  Children’s Activities    / Youth Activities

Visit Ste. Marie Among the Hurons  / Tour & Explore Shrine

1:30 pm Stations of the Cross,               2:30 pm Chaplet of the Divine Mercy

2:45 pm Blessing of Pilgrims                3:00 pm Depart