Saint Isidore Parish

06/19/2026

Weekly Parish Update 📣& Bulletin 📰
June 21, 2026
12th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Good afternoon, dear parishioners,

Please find our announcements below.
Our weekly bulletin is attached and available on our website at: https://www.stisidorekanata.com/parish-bulletins/

Updated E-Transfer Donation Process
Our parish has transitioned to the Interac e-Transfer auto-deposit system. While the designated email address for offerings remains [email protected], the security protocol has changed. You are no longer required to establish a security question or use the password "Church." All offerings sent to this address will now be automatically and securely credited to the parish account. Thank you for your faithful stewardship and continued support of our parish community.

Notice: Parish Office closure
The parish office will be closed all day next Friday, June 26. However, the liturgical schedule remains unchanged. Confessions will be available from 9:00 AM to 9:45 am and morning Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 am.

06/11/2026

Weekly Parish Update 📣 & Bulletin 📰
June 14, 2026 – 11th Sunday in Ordinary Time 💚

Good afternoon, dear parishioners,

Please find our announcements below.
Our weekly bulletin is attached and available on our website at: https://www.stisidorekanata.com/parish-bulletins/

Annual General Meeting this Sunday 🤝
Join us for our Annual General Meeting this Sunday, June 14, in the Parish Hall immediately following the 11:00 am Mass. This meeting will feature a review of the past year's accomplishments along with reports from both the Pastoral and Finance Councils. A light lunch, courtesy of the CWL, will be provided for all in attendance. As we gather to look back on the year and plan for our future, let us continue to pray for each other and for the continued growth of our parish community.

Updated E-Transfer Donation Process 🏦
Our parish has transitioned to the Interac e-Transfer auto-deposit system. While the designated email address for offerings remains [email protected] , the security protocol has changed. You are no longer required to establish a security question or use the password "Church." All offerings sent to this address will now be automatically and securely credited to the parish account. Thank you for your faithful stewardship and continued support of our parish community.

Notice: Parish Office closure ⚠️
The parish office will be closed all day on Friday, June 26. However, the liturgical schedule remains unchanged. Confessions will be available from 9:00 AM to 9:45 am and morning Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 am.

05/28/2026

June Calendar 🗓️
Weekly Parish Update 📣 & Bulletin 📰
Solemnity of The Most Holy Trinity

Good morning, dear parishioners,

Please find our announcements below.

Our June calendar and weekly Bulletin are attached.

Youth Night this Saturday, May 30 🎤🙌
All students in grades 7 through 12 are invited to join us for our next Youth Group Night this Saturday, May 30, from 7:00 to 9:00 pm. This is a fun and welcoming environment where you can meet new people, enjoy great activities, and grow closer to Christ. This evening in the Parish Hall will be packed with snacks, games, and discussions to help us grow together in faith and friendship. Doors open at 6:30 pm, and we ask that you please register in advance here. We look forward to seeing you there!

Support St. Mary's Home with the CWL
Join the CWL for coffee and cake after the 11:00 AM Mass this Sunday, May 31, to learn how you can support St. Mary's Home. For over 90 years, this organization has provided vital, holistic care to young pregnant women and families in our community. Donations needed: the CWL are collecting diapers, gift cards, and filled coin jars. Please bring your contributions next Sunday, June 7 to the Parish Hall following the 11:00 AM Mass. Thank you for your generosity!

CWL Garage Sale & Crafts Fair
Parishioners are invited to the CWL Garage Sale & Crafts Fair on Saturday, June 6, from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm in the Parish Hall. Please join us to browse a variety of crafts, treasures, and bargains. Food and beverages will also be available for purchase, cash only. Everyone is welcome to attend. High schoolers are welcome to volunteer and complete a few community involvement hours - please contact Antonella at the parish office to sign up.

05/22/2026

Weekly Parish Update & Bulletin - May 24, 2026
Pentecost 🌬️ 🔥 🕊️

Good afternoon, dear parishioners,

Please find our announcements below. Our weekly bulletin is attached, and available on our website at: https://www.stisidorekanata.com/parish-bulletins/

⚠️ Reminder – PPC Nominations Closing Soon 🗳️
Nominations remain open for two positions on the St. Isidore Parish Pastoral Council. Registered parishioners who are willing to serve a three-year term are invited to prayerfully consider putting their own name forward or nominating another parishioner. Nomination forms are available at the Welcome Centre and in the pews. All forms must be submitted by Sunday, May 31 and placed in the box in the foyer. Elections will take place at the Annual General Meeting on Sunday, June 14. For more information, please contact Fr. Kevin.

Youth Night - Saturday, May 30 🎤 ♟️🙌
All students in grades 7 through 12 are invited to join us for our next Youth Group Night onSaturday, May 30, from 7:00 to 9:00 pm. This is a fun and welcoming environment where you can meet new people, enjoy great activities, and grow closer to Christ. This evening in the Parish Hall will be packed with snacks, games, and discussions to help us grow together in faith and friendship. Doors open at 6:30 pm, and we ask that you please register in advance. We look forward to seeing you there!

CWL Garage Sale & Crafts Fair 🧶
Parishioners are invited to the CWL Garage Sale & Crafts Fair on Saturday, June 6, from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm in the Parish Hall. Tables are available to reserve for $20 by calling Tillie at (613) 612-2480. Please join us to browse a variety of crafts, treasures, and bargains. Food and beverages will also be available for purchase, cash only. Everyone is welcome to attend.

05/21/2026

Congratulations to our 2026 Confirmandi ! 🕊️ 🔥 🌬️

Congratulations to our 57 Confirmandi, who are receiving the Gifts of the Holy Spirit tonight Thursday, May 21, from our Auxiliary Bishop Yvan Mathieu, S.M.

We look forward to this sacred milestone, and we ask that everyone keep these young people in their prayers. Please note that this Mass is reserved for the candidates, their families and educators ONLY. We pray that the Holy Spirit will always inspire and provide counsel to these students as they continue their journey to become strong disciples of Christ.

Because of this special celebration, the ADORATION of the Blessed Sacrament is CANCELLED. We appreciate our community’s understanding and support of our Confirmandi.

05/15/2026

Weekly Parish Update & Bulletin - May 17, 2026
Ascension of the Lord
60th World Communications Day

Good afternoon, dear parishioners,

Please find our announcements below. Our weekly bulletin is attached, and available on our website at: https://www.stisidorekanata.com/parish-bulletins/

Congratulations to our 2026 Confirmandi ! 🕊️ 🔥 🌬️
Congratulations to our 57 Confirmandi, who will receive the Gifts of the Holy Spirit this Thursday, May 21, from our Auxiliary Bishop Yvan Mathieu, S.M. We look forward to this sacred milestone, and we ask that everyone keep these young people in their prayers. Please note that this Mass is reserved for the candidates, their families and educators only. We pray that the Holy Spirit will always inspire and provide counsel to these students as they continue their journey to become strong disciples of Christ.
Because of this special celebration, the Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament is cancelled for Thursday, May 21. We appreciate our community’s understanding and support of our Confirmandi during this important week.

Fundscrip – the CWL Gift Card Fundraiser is Back! 🎁
Plan ahead for your upcoming celebrations! The CWL is offering gift cards again through the Fundscrip program, which is a great fundraiser that costs you nothing extra. You may buy gift cards for food, gas, stores, and more. A percentage of every purchase is returned to the CWL as a commission to support our parish activities. These cards make excellent gifts for those hard-to-buy-for people, like teens or parents! There is a variety of cards available to order, with a few available on-site. Please note: they only accept cash or cheques payable to St. Isidore CWL. The CWL reps will be available in the vestibule after the weekend Masses to help you place orders. For more details, contact Lisa Zannese, CWL President, at (613) 839-0851.

Bake Sale - Relay for Life - this weekend 🍰
Three of our younger parishioners, Abby, Alicia and Ambre, are arranging a bake sale with all proceeds going to the Canadian Cancer Society’s Relay for Life. This will take place after all Masses this weekend, Saturday and Sunday, May 11 and 12. Thank you for supporting their initiative.

Serve Our Parish – PPC Nominations Still Open 🤝
Nominations are open for two positions on the St. Isidore Parish Pastoral Council, which works with the Pastor to support the mission and pastoral life of our parish.
Registered parishioners aged 16+ who are willing to serve a three-year term are invited to prayerfully consider putting their own name forward or nominating another parishioner. Nomination forms are available at the Welcome Centre and in the pews.
All forms must be submitted by Sunday, May 31 and placed in the box at the Welcome Centre. Elections will take place at the Annual General Meeting on Sunday, June 14.

05/08/2026

Mass with St. Isabel Catholic Elementary School - second post

05/08/2026

05/08/2026

Concluding with Mass with SSt. Isabel Catholic Elementary SchoolOOttawa Catholic School BoardAlways a joy to celebrate with the staff, community and families.

05/07/2026

Weekly Parish Update 📣 & Bulletin 📰

May 10, 2026 - Sixth Sunday of Easter

Procession and Coronation of the Blessed Virgin Mary 👑
All parishioners are invited to join the Legion of Mary for a special May Crowning ceremony this Sunday, May 10, during the 11:00 AM Mass. We will honour our Blessed Mother with a solemn procession and coronation. Please join us in prayer and devotion as we celebrate Mary, the Queen of Heaven, during this beautiful month of May.

Mother's Day breakfast this Sunday 🥞 🍳 🥓
Happy Mother’s Day to all mothers, grandmothers, aunts and motherly figures!
Our Knights of Columbus are hosting a Mother's Day Breakfast this Sunday, May 10 after both Masses in the Parish Hall. Come and feast on pancakes, sausages and scrambled eggs. Free will offering.

Serve Our Parish – PPC Nominations Now Open
Are you looking for a way to become more involved in the life of our parish? Nominations are now open to fill two positions on the St. Isidore Parish Pastoral Council. The Council works with the Pastor to support the mission and pastoral life of our parish community.
Registered parishioners aged 16 and older who are willing to serve a three-year term are encouraged to prayerfully consider putting their own name forward or nominating another parishioner who would contribute thoughtfully to the work of the Council.
Nomination forms are available at the Welcome Centre and in the pews, and must be submitted by Sunday, May 31. A collection box will be available in the foyer for completed forms. Elections will take place at the Annual General Meeting on Sunday, June 14. For more information, please contact Fr. Kevin.

Youth Night - Saturday, May 30th 🎤 ♟️🙌
All students in grades 7 through 12 are invited to join us for our next Youth Group Night on Saturday, May 30, from 7:00 to 9:00 pm. This is a fun and welcoming environment where you can meet new people, enjoy great activities, and grow closer to Christ. The evening in the Parish Hall will be packed with snacks, games, and discussions to help us grow together in faith and friendship. Doors open at 6:30 pm, and we ask that you please register in advance at: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeY-duKiR5RDF3YZZ6oERn7HMPPS4tkQr5CLk2ZLxAveLZ81g/viewform?usp=header We look forward to seeing you there!