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Attached is a letter (English | French) I have written to the faithful of the diocese to make them aware of Bill C-7, which is currently before the House of Commons, and to ask them to write their MP to express their opposition to this Bill.
 
I ask that you speak to your parishioners of this matter from the pulpit and make my letter available to them electronically, urging them to contact their MP.
 
There is a lot of material regarding Bill C-7. My letter includes links to the statements of other groups opposed to the Bill. The webpage of the Euthanasia Prevention Coalition (http://www.epcc.ca/) has a whole section, entitled “Stop Bill C-7 from expanding Canada’s euthanasia law”. It provides background information, “key talking points” that could help parishioners with a letter to their MP, a link to the list of MPs, and a petition “Reject euthanasia Bill C-7”. All of these resources can also be found on our Diocese of London website at https://dol.ca/bill-c-7-maid
 
These are difficult times. I thank you for your attention to this matter and for your ministry to God’s people.
 
Kind regards,
+Bishop Fabbro
 

We have had some inquiries from parishes asking whether food and beverage service and private functions (e.g., funeral luncheons, showers) can resume at our parish halls. This question was discussed yesterday at our Senior Leadership Team and a decision was made that we cannot yet permit food and beverage service and private functions. We will continue to monitor the situation and will update the protocol when warranted.

Dear Parishioners,

During this trying time, we have done our best to communicate with you. We posted Mass times on cable TV as well as announcing at Mass all upcoming changes etc. We announced that until we have someone capable of creating a bulletin online bulletins are on hold.

As you all know we posted our secretary's maternity leave position for three months and as of yet, the position has not been filled. We are hoping to fill this position soon. Our staff is working hard to fill in as best they can. Also with a few volunteers, we were able to prepare and organize our churches to create the safest space for you at Mass.

These are unprecedented times and we ask for your patience as we try to maneuver through this pandemic and short staff. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this has caused.

Please note until further notice (Mass times)
Tuesday - St. Vincent de Paul, Mitchell
7:00 pm

Wednesday - St. James Parish, Seaforth
7:00 pm

Thursday - St. Patrick Parish, Dublin
9:15 am

Friday - St. Patrick's Parish, Kinkora
9:15 am

Sunday - St. James Parish, Seaforth
9:00 am

Sunday - St. Vincent de Paul, Mitchell
9:00 am

Sunday - St. Patrick Parish, Dublin
11:00 am

Sunday - St. Patrick Parish, Kinkora
11:00 am

REOPENING OF ST JAMES, SEAFORTH AND ST PATRICK’S, DUBLIN
 

Please note the requirements for entering the church and participating in any liturgical celebrations

 • Entrance is not permitted to those who have an elevated temperature or are suffering from cough, sputum production, shortness of breath, undue fatigue, loss of appetite, muscle aching, runny nose, chills involving shakes, loss of taste or smell. Those who feel sick are expected to stay home.  

• Be sure to follow the guidance of the ushers/ministers of hospitality and sit only in the designated places to ensure physical distancing at all times.

• Avoid touching your face or other persons.

• All persons over the age of eight are strongly encouraged to wear a mask.

The parish office is closed and the staff are working from home.

For additional updates on our Parish families and Diocesan news, click the links below:

Parish News: Covid-19 Updates

Diocese of London News

For an emergency or for a funeral, please call the parish office and select the emergency extension.

extension 21 for Fr. Ronnie Tagnines

extension 9 for Fr. Philip Joseph  

Please visit the Prayer and Worship page of the website to view videos of Daily Mass.

We thank you for your understanding as we navigate this most unique time. We will pray for a positive resolution to the current challenges, and trust that our God will be walking with us as we travel this journey.