St.Teresa of Avila Elmira

St.Teresa of Avila Elmira Catholic Church in Elmira, ON A Brief History - St Teresa of Avila - Elmira
In 2001 St. Teresa Parish celebrated 150 years as a Parish community.

It began as a small country Parish in North Woolwich in 1851, moved to a larger church on Water Street in Elmira in 1889, purchased a rectory, and was able to have a resident Priest by 1924. Always an active community, St. Teresa Parish in the 1930's and 1940's not only held religious services, pious societies and offered religious education for children, it also hosted social and athletic activit

ies, such as the Garden Parties, bingo, Holy Name Hockey, and boxing matches in the church basement. The 1950's and 1960's saw the beginning of the Catholic Women's League and the Holy Name Society for men. The changes brought by the Second Vatican Council were experienced throughout the 1970's and 1980's, as the community participated in RENEW and lay people assumed new liturgical roles. In 1992 the Parish moved its place of worship. The beautiful, modern church of St. Teresa on Flamingo Drive accommodates up to 490 people when the folding wall connecting the library is open. The decision to build a new church was difficult, and fraught with heartache. Many families felt they were abandoning a "home" their forebears had sacrificed to achieve. Nevertheless, through prayer, hard work, and cooperation, the new building has become home to the living faith community that is St. Teresa Parish today.

4 couples from our parish attended. Congratulations!
06/05/2026

4 couples from our parish attended. Congratulations!

Hot lunch!
06/01/2026

Hot lunch!

We are now taking orders for our June lunch. See details below for RSVPing. Hope to see you on June 16th!
This will be our last meal before we take a break during July and August.

06/01/2026

Blessings to you all.

Ladies the June newsletter has arrived!
06/01/2026

Ladies the June newsletter has arrived!

🌹 TheJune ON‑Line Newsletter is here!
As we celebrate the Solemnity of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, we reflect on His boundless love and the call to share that love through our words, actions, and connections within the League.

This month’s edition highlights this beautiful solemnity. May our hearts be renewed in compassion, unity, and the mission we share as Catholic women in service.

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💙 May the Sacred Heart of Jesus bless our League, our members, and all those we serve.

Great job brothers!
06/01/2026

Great job brothers!

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Today marks the beginning of the month dedicated to the Sacred Heart of Jesus.

In his pastoral letter, Resting in the Heart of Jesus, Bishop Joseph Dabrowski, CSMA, invites us to draw nearer to the Heart of Christ — a heart of mercy, compassion, and faithful love.

You may have heard this letter read by your pastor during the homily this past weekend. Now, as we enter the Month of the Sacred Heart, we invite you to revisit the pastoral letter and journey with us throughout June.

Read the letter, and explore prayers, reflections, and resources for the Month of the Sacred Heart:

🔗 hamiltondiocese.com/sacredheart

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19 Flamingo Drive
Elmira, ON
N3B1V3

Opening Hours

Tuesday 9am - 1pm
Wednesday 9am - 1pm
Thursday 9am - 1pm
Friday 9am - 1pm

Telephone

+15196693387

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