Stella Maris Parish Inverness

05/30/2026

STELLA MARIS & ST. MARGARET'S PARISHES
P.O. Box 250, 54 Church St., Inverness, N.S.
PHONE 902-258-2462 FAX 902-258-3782
[email protected]
Fr. Daniel Tshimbalanga 1-705-529-9197
Fr. Jaison Cheriya, Associate Pastor 1-902-323-0417

Most Holy Trinity (Year C)
May 31, 2026

1st Reading Exodus 34:4b-6, 8-9
2nd Reading 2 Corinthians 13:11-13
Gospel: John 3:16-18

Weekend Mass Schedule:
Saturday, May 30th 5 pm, Stella Maris Church Angus MacIntyre
Sunday, May 31st, 9:30 am, St. Margaret's Church Parishioners
Sunday, May 31st, 11 am, Stella Maris Church Parishioners
Please Note: Weekday Masses are celebrated in Stella Maris Church unless otherwise announced.
Tuesday, June 2nd, 4:30 pm Ecumenical Service – 2026 Graduates
Wednesday, June 3rd No Mass
Thursday, June 4th No Mass
Friday, June 5th, 6 pm Special Intention

Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament 11 -11:45 am before the weekday Masses in the Church.
Marian Cenacle: Mondays, 11 am in the Church
Holy Hour: Saturdays, 10:30 am in the Church

Lectors: June 6th & 7th
Sat, June 6th, 5 pm Donna Doucet
Sun., June 7th, 9:30 am Michele MacDonald
Sun., June 7th, 11 am Natalie MacKinnon

Gift Bearers: June 6th & 7th
Sat., June 6th, 5 pm Gift Bearers
Sun., June 7th, 9:30 am Rona & Jerry Melanson
Sun., June 7th, 11 am Gift Bearers

Sunday Offerings: Thank you!
May 23rd & 24th
Stella Maris: $2,055.25 St. Margaret’s: $1,160.00
Building Fund Stella Maris: $60.00 St. Margaret's: $60.00

*Please Note: With the heat pumps now installed in Stella Maris Church we are no longer seeking Heating Donations. Please make donations to the “Building Fund” which is ongoing. Thank you for your support. *Please Note: Anyone making a donation by cheque, please check to assure it is signed and date is correct.

Prayer Line - Please Note: Calls to the Prayer Line are to be made to Bernice O’Connor 258-2808 between 10 am - 6 pm. Otherwise please leave a message with your request and it will be passed along to the group.

Family Mass will be celebrated the second Sunday of the month at 11 am Mass in Stella Maris Church. Reception to follow in the vestry.

Holy Hour/Adoration on Sunday, June 7th following 11 am Mass. Personal confessions will be available.




Bible Study is cancelled until further notice while Fr. Daniel has time to rest and recover.

Holy Communion will be taken to the sick and shut-ins on second Thursday of the month. If you wish to receive Holy Communion please contact the Parish Office with your name, phone number, and civic address. If no one is in the office, please leave a message with your information.

St. Margaret’s Sunday Rosary is prayed on Sundays at 9am before Mass. All are welcome.

Stella Maris Rosary for Peace will be prayed for before the Mass on Saturdays, 4 pm and on Sundays, 10am. Everyone is welcome to attend.

Stella Maris Parish – Volunteers are needed to assist with preparation for the Masses. If you are willing to help please call Stella Maris Parish Office 258-2462.

Stella Maris Fundraising Committee seeks help as we six are getting tired & could use a helping hand on the committee. We'll have less events to fundraise for but need a steady flow of income headed by a fundraising Committee. Please consider giving us a hand so we may start a turnover of team members every two years. Thank you, The Fundraising Committee

Please pray for the Womens’ Cursillo taking place on June 4th – 7th.

Inverness County Singers & Young County Singers in Concert on Saturday, May 30th, 7:30 pm at
St. Margaret’s Church, Broad Cove. Free will offering will go to local charities after expenses.

ICMH Auxiliary Spring Fling & Tea on Sunday, May 31st, 2 -5 pm at Royal Canadian Legion, Inverness. Inverness & area are asked for baked goods for the tea; Broad Cove & area are asked for fudge. For information please contact Olga Smith 902-258-7015.

Inverness County Cares will conduct a community presentation in gratitude for the local support of the schools for the blind and visually impaired in Zambia. Come and learn about their life, the challenges they face, their resilience and how donations from Canada have changed their lives. Presentation will take place on Monday, June 1st, 7 pm at Inverness Legion. Free admission. For information please contact Invernesscountycares.com

Inverness Food Bank needs your help! You can contribute by placing non-perishable food items or essential family supplies in the basket at the churches or businesses that may have a box set up. Monetary donations can be mailed to Inverness Food Bank. PO Box 123, Inverness, NS B0E 1N0. Memorial cards are available if you wish to donate in memory of a loved one. For further information please contact Olga Smith 259-7015 or
Ruth Watts 258-7583. Thank you for your support.

St. Margaret’s Groundskeeper Position: 10 weeks/35 hours per week. The successful candidate will be responsible for general groundskeeping and preparing for the Broad Cove Concert. Duties include mowing grass, painting, erecting signs, minor repairs, cleaning and general set up for concert. Post concert employee
Required to do grounds clean up, store benches, remove signs, etc. Interested persons may submit their to Stella Maris Parish office. For further information please contact 258-2462.

Fr. Jaison will be away at the Priests’ Annual Retreat until Friday, June 5th. Stella Maris Parish Office will be open as usual.

Inverness County Cares will conduct community presentations on their six-week visit to schools for the blind and visually impaired, in Zambia. Come and learn about their life, the challenges they face, their resilience and how donations from Canada have changed their lives.

05/23/2026

STELLA MARIS & ST. MARGARET'S PARISHES
P.O. Box 250, 54 Church St., Inverness, N.S.
PHONE 902-258-2462 FAX 902-258-3782
[email protected]
Fr. Daniel Tshimbalanga 1-705-529-9197
Fr. Jaison Cheriya, Associate Pastor 1-902-323-0417
Pentecost Sunday (Year C)
May 24, 2026

1st Reading Acts 2:1-11
2nd Reading 1 Corinthians 12:3b-7, 12-13
Gospel: John 20:19-23

Weekend Mass Schedule:
Saturday, May 23rd 5 pm, Stella Maris Church Neil Joe Gillis
Sunday, May 24th, 9:30 am, St. Margaret's Church Parishioners
Sunday, May 24th, 11 am, Stella Maris Church Parishioners
Please Note: Weekday Masses are celebrated in Stella Maris Church unless otherwise announced.
Tuesday, May 26th, 12 noon Dougald MacLellan
Wednesday, May 27th, 12 noon Katie Maggie MacLeod
Thursday, May 28th, 10:30 am Special Intention
Friday, May 29th, 12 noon Henry Chou

Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament 11 -11:45 am before the weekday Masses in the Church.
Marian Cenacle: Mondays, 11 am in the Church
Holy Hour: Saturdays, 10:30 am in the Church

Lectors: May 30th & 31st
Sat, May 30th, 5 pm Brian MacDonald
Sun., May 31st, 9:30 am Mary Anderson
Sun., May 31st, 11 am Karen Hirtle

Gift Bearers: May 30th & 31st
Sat., May 30th, 5 pm Gift Bearers
Sun., May 31st, 9:30 am Carolyn & Todd Dixon
Sun., May 31st, 11 am Gift Bearers

Sunday Offerings: Thank you!
May 16th & 17th
Stella Maris: $1,490.53 St. Margaret’s: $855.00
Building Fund Stella Maris: $80.00 St. Margaret's: $60.00
*Please Note: With the heat pumps now installed in Stella Maris Church we are no longer seeking Heating Donations. Please make donations to the “Building Fund” which is ongoing. Thank you for your support. *Please Note: Anyone making a donation by cheque, please check to assure it is signed and date is correct.

Condolences to the family and friends of Matt Ferguson whose Funeral Mass was celebrated on Friday, May 22nd at Stella Maris Church. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Prayer Line - Please Note: Calls to the Prayer Line are to be made to Bernice O’Connor 258-2808 between 10 am - 6 pm. Otherwise please leave a message with your request and it will be passed along to the group.

Family Mass will be celebrated the second Sunday of the month at 11 am Mass in Stella Maris Church. Reception to follow in the vestry.

Holy Hour/Adoration on Sunday, June 7th following 11 am Mass. Personal confessions will be available.

Bible Study is cancelled until further notice while Fr. Daniel has time to rest and recover.
Holy Communion will be taken to the sick and shut-ins on second Thursday of the month. If you wish to receive Holy Communion please contact the Parish Office with your name, phone number, and civic address. If no one is in the office, please leave a message with your information.

St. Margaret’s Sunday Rosary is prayed on Sundays at 9am before Mass. All are welcome.

Stella Maris Rosary for Peace will be prayed for before the Mass on Saturdays, 4 pm and on Sundays, 10am. Everyone is welcome to attend.

St. Margaret’s Finance Committee is looking to add two new members, one male and one female, to the committee. Anyone interested please contact Chairman Donnie MacLellan or Secretary Mary Anderson.

Stella Maris Parish – Volunteers are needed to assist with preparation for the Masses especially now on Tuesdays. If you are willing to assist you would be doing tasks such as laying out vestments, setting up the altar, placing vessels (chalices, etc), linens, books, lighting candles and putting them away after the service. If would like further information please call Stella Maris Parish Office 258-2462.

Stella Maris Fundraising Committee seeks help as we six are getting tired & could use a helping hand on the committee. We'll have less events to fundraise for but need a steady flow of income headed by a fundraising Committee. Please consider giving us a hand so we may start a turnover of team members every two years. Thank you, The Fundraising Committee

Please pray for Mens’ Cursillo this weekend in Mira and Womens’ Cursillo on June 4th – 7th.

63 Card Game on Thursday, May 28th, 7 pm in Glencoe Station Hall. Bring your own partner. $5 per payer. Prizes for 1st, 2nd & Lowest Score. Light lunch will be served.

Inverness County Singers & Young County Singers in Concert on Saturday, May 30th, 7:30 pm at
St. Margaret’s Church, Broad Cove. Free will offering will go to local charities after expenses.

ICMH Auxiliary Spring Fling & Tea on Sunday, May 31st, 2 -5 pm at Royal Canadian Legion, Inverness. Inverness & area are asked for baked goods for the tea; Broad Cove & area are asked for fudge. For information please contact Olga Smith 902-258-7015.

Inverness Food Bank needs your help! You can contribute by placing non-perishable food items or essential family supplies in the basket at the churches or businesses that may have a box set up. Monetary donations can be mailed to Inverness Food Bank. PO Box 123, Inverness, NS B0E 1N0. Memorial cards are available if you wish to donate in memory of a loved one. For further information please contact Olga Smith 259-7015 or
Ruth Watts 258-7583. Thank you for your support.

Event Coordinator for the 70th Annual Broad Cove Scottish Concert, July 26, 2026.The position is for a 14 week period @ 35hours/week. The anticipated start date would be mid-May, 2026.The successful candidate will be an enthusiastic self starter who is able to work independently. previous experience in the field of event planning and coordination would be an asset. Candidates must be enrolled in a post-secondary program, preferably in the field of marketing, advertising or tourism, and have good Social Media Skills. A good understanding of the culture and music associated with the concert, would also be beneficial. For more information or to submit a resume, please contact the parish office at 902-258-2462.

St. Margaret’s Groundskeeper Position: 10 weeks/35 hours per week. The successful candidate will be responsible for general groundskeeping and preparing for the Broad Cove Concert. Duties include mowing grass, painting, erecting signs, minor repairs, cleaning and general set up for concert. Post concert employee
Required to do grounds clean up, store benches, remove signs, etc. Interested persons may submit their to Stella Maris Parish office. For further information please contact 258-2462.


HAPPY BIRTHDAY FR. JAISON!

05/16/2026

STELLA MARIS & ST. MARGARET'S PARISHES
P.O. Box 250, 54 Church St., Inverness, N.S.
PHONE 902-258-2462 FAX 902-258-3782
[email protected]
Fr. Daniel Tshimbalanga 1-705-529-9197
Fr. Jaison Cheriya, Associate Pastor 1-902-323-0417

Ascension of the Lord (Year C)
May 17, 2026

1st Reading Acts 1:1-11
2nd Reading Ephesians 1:17-23
Gospel: Matthew 28:19, 20

Weekend Mass Schedule:
Saturday, May 16th 5 pm, Stella Maris Church Joseph Hartford
Sunday, May 17th, 9:30 am, St. Margaret's Church Parishioners
Sunday, May 17th, 11 am, Stella Maris Church Parishioners
Please Note: Weekday Masses are celebrated in Stella Maris Church unless otherwise announced.
Tuesday, May 19th No Mass
Wednesday, May 20th No Mass
Thursday, May 21st, 6 pm Special Intention
Friday, May 22nd, 12 noon Dougald MacLellan

Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament 11 -11:45 am before the weekday Masses in the Church.
Marian Cenacle: Mondays, 11 am in the Church
Holy Hour: Saturdays, 10:30 am in the Church

Lectors: May 23rd & 24th
Sat, May 23rd, 5 pm Ann Lok
Sun., May 24th, 9:30 am Brian MacDonald
Sun., May 24th, 11 am Frank MacDonald

Gift Bearers: May 23rd & 24th
Sat., May 23rd, 5 pm Gift Bearers
Sun., May 24th, 9:30 am Isabel & Barry Eisenhauer
Sun., May 24th, 11 am Gift Bearers

Sunday Offerings: Thank you!
May 9th & 10th
Stella Maris: $1,743.60 St. Margaret’s: $1,416.45
Building Fund Stella Maris: $85.00 St. Margaret's: $120.00

*Please Note: With the heat pumps now installed in Stella Maris Church we are no longer seeking Heating Donations. Please make donations to the “Building Fund” which is ongoing. Thank you for your support. *Please Note: Anyone making a donation by cheque, please check to assure it is signed and date is correct.


Prayer Line - Please Note: Calls to the Prayer Line are to be made to Bernice O’Connor 258-2808 between 10 am - 6 pm. Otherwise please leave a message with your request and it will be passed along to the group.

Family Mass will be celebrated the second Sunday of the month at 11 am Mass in Stella Maris Church. Reception to follow in the vestry.

Holy Hour/Adoration on Sunday, June 7th following 11 am Mass. Personal confessions will be available.

Bible Study is cancelled until further notice while Fr. Daniel has time to rest and recover.

Holy Communion will be taken to the sick and shut-ins on second Thursday of the month. If you wish to receive Holy Communion please contact the Parish Office with your name, phone number, and civic address. If no one is in the office, please leave a message with your information.

St. Margaret’s Sunday Rosary is prayed on Sundays at 9am before Mass. All are welcome.

Stella Maris Rosary for Peace will be prayed for before the Mass on Saturdays, 4 pm and on Sundays, 10am. Everyone is welcome to attend.

St. Margaret’s Finance Committee is looking to add two new members, one male and one female, to the committee. Anyone that may be interested in joining are asked to please contact Chairman Donnie MacLellan or Secretary Mary Anderson.

Stella Maris Parish – Volunteers are needed to assist with preparation for the Masses especially now on Tuesdays. If you are willing to assist you would be doing tasks such as laying out vestments, setting up the altar, placing vessels (chalices, etc), linens, books, lighting candles and putting them away after the service. If would like further information please call Stella Maris Parish Office 258-2462.

Stella Maris Fundraising Committee seeks help as we six are getting tired & could use a helping hand on the committee. We'll have less events to fundraise for but need a steady flow of income headed by a fundraising Committee. Please consider giving us a hand so we may start a turnover of team members every two years. Thank you, The Fundraising Committee

Inverness Food Bank needs your help! You can contribute by placing non-perishable food items or essential family supplies in the basket at the churches or businesses that may have a box set up. Monetary donations can be mailed to Inverness Food Bank. PO Box 123, Inverness, NS B0E 1N0. Memorial cards are available if you wish to donate in memory of a loved one. For further information please contact Olga Smith 259-7015 or
Ruth Watts 258-7583. Thank you for your support.

ICMH Auxiliary Spring Fling & Tea on Sunday, May 31st, 2 -5 pm at Royal Canadian Legion, Inverness. Inverness & area are asked for baked goods for the tea; Broad Cove & area are asked for fudge. For information please contact Olga Smith 902-258-7015.

Mill Road Grows Community Garden & Greenhouse – All ages are welcome to all activities. Wednesday, May 20th., 3 pm Seniors’ Guided Fiddlehead Hunt. Meet at Mill Road to depart, tea and free transport for seniors. Saturday, May 23rd, 9 am Community Workshop - Planting & raised beds. Watch for changes due to weather. See all our activities on Facebook at Mill Road Grows or call 902-258-5768.

Event Coordinator for the 70th Annual Broad Cove Scottish Concert, July 26, 2026.The position is for a 14 week period @ 35hours/week. The anticipated start date would be mid-May, 2026.The successful candidate will be an enthusiastic self starter who is able to work independently. previous experience in the field of event planning and coordination would be an asset. Candidates must be enrolled in a post-secondary program, preferably in the field of marketing, advertising or tourism, and have good Social Media Skills. A good understanding of the culture and music associated with the concert, would also be beneficial. For more information or to submit a resume, please contact the parish office at 902-258-2462.

St. Margaret’s Groundskeeper Position: 10 weeks/35 hours per week. The successful candidate will be responsible for general groundskeeping and preparing for the Broad Cove Concert. Duties include mowing grass, painting, erecting signs, minor repairs, cleaning and general set up for concert. Post concert employee
Required to do grounds clean up, store benches, remove signs, etc. Interested persons may submit their to Stella Maris Parish office. For further information please contact 258-2462.


HAPPY VICTORIA DAY!

05/08/2026

STELLA MARIS & ST. MARGARET'S PARISHES
P.O. Box 250, 54 Church St., Inverness, N.S.
PHONE 902-258-2462 FAX 902-258-3782
[email protected]
Fr. Daniel Tshimbalanga 1-705-529-9197
Fr. Jaison Cheriya, Associate Pastor 1-902-323-0417

6th Sunday of Easter (Year C)
May 10, 2026

1st Reading Acts 8:5-8, 14-17
2nd Reading 1Peter 3:15-18
Gospel: John 14:23

Weekend Mass Schedule:
Saturday, May 9th 5 pm, Stella Maris Church Johnena MacLellan
Sunday, May 10th, 9:30 am, St. Margaret's Church All Mothers/Parishioners
Sunday, May 10th, 11 am, Stella Maris Church All Mothes/Parishioners
Please Note: Weekday Masses are celebrated in Stella Maris Church unless otherwise announced.
Tuesday, May 12th, 12 noon John & Chris MacLellan
Wednesday, May 13th, 12 noon Catherine Smith \
Thursday, May 14th, 12 noon Souls in Purgatory
Friday, May 15th, 12 noon Sarah Mae Campbell

Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament 11 -11:45 am before the weekday Masses in the Church.
Marian Cenacle: Mondays, 11 am in the Church
Holy Hour: Saturdays, 10:30 am in the Church

Lectors: May 16th & 17th
Sat, May 16th, 5 pm Eddie MacEachern
Sun., May 17th, 9:30 am Marcella Doucet
Sun., May 17th, 11 am Ellen MacEachen

Gift Bearers: May 16th & 17th
Sat., May 16th, 5 pm Gift Bearers
Sun., May 17th, 9:30 am Claire & Cameron MacQuarrie
Sun., May 17th, 11 am Gift Bearers

Sunday Offerings: Thank you!
May 2nd & 3rd
Stella Maris: $2,102.00 St. Margaret’s: $1,267.15
Building Fund Stella Maris: $155.00 St. Margaret's: $345.45

*Please Note: With the heat pumps now installed in Stella Maris Church we are no longer seeking Heating Donations. Please make donations to the “Building Fund” which is ongoing. Thank you for your support. *Please Note: Anyone making a donation by cheque, please check to assure it is signed and date is correct.


Prayer Line - Please Note: Calls to the Prayer Line are to be made to Bernice O’Connor 258-2808 between 10 am - 6 pm. Otherwise please leave a message with your request and it will be passed along to the group.

Family Mass will be celebrated the second Sunday of the month at 11 am Mass in Stella Maris Church. Reception to follow in the vestry.

Holy Hour/Adoration on Sunday, June 7th following 11 am Mass. Personal confessions will be available.

Bible Study is cancelled until further notice while Fr. Daniel has time to rest and recover.

Holy Communion will be taken to the sick and shut-ins on second Thursday of the month. If you wish to receive Holy Communion please contact the Parish Office with your name, phone number, and civic address. If no one is in the office, please leave a message with your information.

St. Margaret’s Sunday Rosary is prayed on Sundays at 9am before Mass. All are welcome.

Stella Maris Rosary for Peace will be prayed for before the Mass on Saturdays, 4 pm and on Sundays, 10am. Everyone is welcome to attend.

St. Margaret’s Finance Committee is looking to add two new members, one male and one female, to the committee. Anyone that may be interested in joining are asked to please contact Chairman Donnie MacLellan or Secretary Mary Anderson.

Stella Maris Parish – Volunteers are needed to assist with preparation for the Masses especially now on Tuesdays. If you are willing to assist you would be doing tasks such as laying out vestments, setting up the altar, placing vessels (chalices, etc), linens, books, lighting candles and putting them away after the service. If would like further information please call Stella Maris Parish Office 258-2462.

St. Margaret’s Cemetery Clean-up will take place on Saturday, May 16th, 9am. Volunteers are asked to please bring rakes, shovels, wheelbarrows, etc. Many hands make light work!

Steubenville Youth Conference happening this summer! It is a joyful encounter with Jesus with other teens from all over. Steubenville Atlantic is happening in Halifax on July 10th – 12th. It is the biggest Steubenville Conference since 2009 and we are pleased to have a group attending from the Diocese of Antigonish. Limited space is available. If interested in attending or for further information please contact https://www.steubenville.ca/

Inverness Food Bank needs your help! You can contribute by placing non-perishable food items or essential family supplies in the basket at the churches or businesses that may have a box set up. Monetary donations can be mailed to Inverness Food Bank. PO Box 123, Inverness, NS B0E 1N0. Memorial cards are available if you wish to donate in memory of a loved one. For further information please contact Olga Smith 259-7015 or
Ruth Watts 258-7583. Thank you for your support.

Mill Road Grows Community Garden & Greenhouse – All ages are welcome to all activities. Wednesday, May 20th., 3 pm Seniors’ Guided Fiddlehead Hunt. Meet at Mill Road to depart, tea and free transport for seniors. Saturday, May 23rd, 9 am Community Workshop - Planting & raised beds. Watch for changes due to weather. See all our activities on Facebook at Mill Road Grows or call 902-258-5768.

Event Coordinator for the 70th Annual Broad Cove Scottish Concert, July 26, 2026.The position is for a 14 week period @ 35hours/week. The anticipated start date would be mid-May, 2026.The successful candidate will be an enthusiastic self starter who is able to work independently. previous experience in the field of event planning and coordination would be an asset. Candidates must be enrolled in a post-secondary program, preferably in the field of marketing, advertising or tourism, and have good Social Media Skills. A good understanding of the culture and music associated with the concert, would also be beneficial. For more information or to submit a resume, please contact the parish office at 902-258-2462.

St. Margaret’s Groundskeeper Position: 10 weeks/35 hours per week. The successful candidate will be responsible for general groundskeeping and preparing for the Broad Cove Concert. Duties include mowing grass, painting, erecting signs, minor repairs, cleaning and general set up for concert. Post concert employee
Required to do grounds clean up, store benches, remove signs, etc. Interested persons may submit their to Stella Maris Parish office. For further information please contact 258-2462.

HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY

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05/01/2026

STELLA MARIS & ST. MARGARET'S PARISHES
P.O. Box 250, 54 Church St., Inverness, N.S.
PHONE 902-258-2462 FAX 902-258-3782
[email protected]
Fr. Daniel Tshimbalanga 1-705-529-9197
Fr. Jaison Cheriya, Associate Pastor 1-902-323-0417

5th Sunday of Easter (Year C)
May 3, 2026

1st Reading Acts 6:1-7
2nd Reading 1Peter 2:4-9
Gospel: John 14:6

Weekend Mass Schedule:
Saturday, May 2nd, 11 am Blessed Mother’s Intentions
Saturday, May 2nd 5 pm, Stella Maris Church Duncan MacKinnon
Sunday, May 3rd, 9:30 am, St. Margaret's Church Parishioners
Sunday, May 3rd, 11 am, Stella Maris Church Parishioners
Please Note: Weekday Masses are celebrated in Stella Maris Church unless otherwise announced.
Monday, May 4th, 11 am, St. Margaret’s Church Funeral Mass for Matilda Ingraham
Tuesday, May 5th, 12 noon Michael Merlin
Wednesday, May 6th, 12 noon Marie Welsh \
Thursday, May 7th, 12 noon John Shaw
Friday, May 8th, 12 noon Special Intention

Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament 11 -11:45 am before the weekday Masses in the Church.
Marian Cenacle: Mondays, 11 am in the Church
Holy Hour: Saturdays, 10:30 am in the Church

Lectors: May 9th & 10th
Sat, May 9th, 5 pm Kathleen Poirier
Sun., May 10th, 9:30 am Kevin Dugas
Sun., May 10th, 11 am Barbara Sofan

Gift Bearers: May 9th & 10th
Sat., May 9th, 5 pm Gift Bearers
Sun., May 10th, 9:30 am Rochelle & Neil MacQuarrie
Sun., May 10th, 11 am Gift Bearers

Sunday Offerings: Thank you!
Apr. 25th & 26th
Stella Maris: $1,381.00 St. Margaret's: $727.35
Building Fund Stella Maris: $80.00 St. Margaret's: $80.00

*Please Note: With the heat pumps now installed in Stella Maris Church we are no longer seeking Heating Donations. Please make donations to the “Building Fund” which is ongoing. Thank you for your support. *Please Note: Anyone making a donation by cheque, please check to assure it is signed and date is correct.


Condolences to the family and friends of Matilda Ingraham whose Funeral Mass will be celebrated on
Monday, May 4th, 11 am at St. Margaret’s Church. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Prayer Line - Please Note: Calls to the Prayer Line are to be made to Bernice O’Connor 258-2808 between 10 am - 6 pm. Otherwise please leave a message with your request and it will be passed along to the group.

Family Mass will be celebrated on second Sunday of the month at 11 am Mass in Stella Maris Church.

Holy Hour/Adoration on Sunday, May 3rd following 11 am Mass. Personal confessions will be available.

Bible Study is cancelled until further notice while Fr. Daniel has time to rest and recover.

Holy Communion will be taken to the sick and shut-ins on second Thursday of the month. If you wish to receive Holy Communion please contact the Parish Office with your name, phone number, and civic address. If no one is in the office, please leave a message with your information.

St. Margaret’s Sunday Rosary is prayed on Sundays at 9am before Mass. All are welcome.

Stella Maris Rosary for Peace will be prayed for before the Mass on Saturdays, 4 pm and on Sundays, 10am. Everyone is welcome to attend.

St. Margaret’s Finance Committee is looking to add two new members, one male and one female, to the committee. Anyone that may be interested in joining are asked to please contact Chairman Donnie MacLellan or Secretary Mary Anderson.

Stella Maris Parish – Volunteer are needed to assist with preparation for the Masses especially now on Tuesdays. If you are willing to assist you would be doing tasks such as laying out vestments, setting up the altar, placing vessels (chalices, etc), linens, books, lighting candles and putting them away after the service. If would like further information please call Stella Maris Parish Office 258-2462.

St. Margaret’s Finance Committee meeting on Tuesday, May 5th, 6:30 pm in the vestry.

St. Margaret’s Cemetery Clean-up will take place on Saturday, May 16th, 9am. Volunteers are asked to please bring rakes, shovels, wheelbarrows, etc. Many hands make light work!

Steubenville Youth Conference happening this summer! It is a joyful encounter with Jesus with other teens from all over. Steubenville Atlantic is happening in Halifax on July 10th – 12th. It is the biggest Steubenville Conference since 2009 and we are pleased to have a group attending from the Diocese of Antigonish. Limited space is available. If interested in attending or for further information please contact https://www.steubenville.ca/

Inverness Food Bank needs your help! You can contribute by placing non-perishable food items or essential family supplies in the basket at the churches or businesses that may have a box set up. Monetary donations can be mailed to Inverness Food Bank. PO Box 123, Inverness, NS B0E 1N0. Memorial cards are available if you wish to donate in memory of a loved one. For further information please contact Olga Smith 259-7015 or
Ruth Watts 258-7583. Thank you for your support.

World Day of Prayer for Vocations is being observed this weekend and you are invited to support the Antigonish Diocesan Society in its work to financially support priestly formation by making a contribution. Donations can be made in the special envelope provided in your parish envelopes. Thank you for your support.

Event Coordinator for the 70th Annual Broad Cove Scottish Concert, July 26, 2026.The position is for a 14 week period @ 35hours/week. The anticipated start date would be mid-May, 2026.The successful candidate will be an enthusiastic self starter who is able to work independently. previous experience in the field of event planning and coordination would be an asset. Candidates must be enrolled in a post-secondary program, preferably in the field of marketing, advertising or tourism, and have good Social Media Skills. A good understanding of the culture and music associated with the concert, would also be beneficial. For more information or to submit a resume, please contact the parish office at 902-258-2462.

St. Margaret’s Groundskeeper Position: 10 weeks/35 hours per week. The successful candidate will be responsible for general groundskeeping and preparing for the Broad Cove Concert. Duties include mowing grass, painting, erecting signs, minor repairs, cleaning and general set up for concert. Post concert employee
Required to do grounds clean up, store benches, remove signs, etc. Interested persons may submit their to Stella Maris Parish office. For further information please contact 258-2462.

Join the Catholic Youth Conference in Halifax for inspiring talks, worship, and fellowship. Register now for Steubenville Atlantic 2026, happening July 10-12 at Dalhousie University.