Bulletin – 26th Sunday in Ordinary Time – Sept 26
26th Sunday in Ordinary Time
SPECIAL NOTES & IMPORTANT DATES
CWL COFFEE & BAKE SALE – this Sunday after each Mass, everyone is invited to enjoy refreshment and take home some baked goodies.
PROJECT ADVANCE - this is the last weekend volunteers will be available after the Masses to take your pledges. After that you can put in envelope (marked “Project Advance”) & put in collection or go to parish office. You can also have us email your pledge form to you.
Due to Wednesday, September 30 being a National Holiday, the Parish Office will be closed
FIRST FRIDAY is on October 2nd – Adoration begins after 9 am Mass (no 7:30 am Mass that day) followed by Benediction at 6:45 pm and Mass at 7 pm. Please sign up – it would be greatly appreciated if there were 2-3 people per time slot.
With love and hope in Christ, we announce the passing of Gillian Morrison, a former longtime Parishioner. May she rest in the comfort and peace of our Heavenly Father. We extend our heartfelt condolences to her family and friends. Funeral Mass – Saturday, Oct. 3 @ 11am
Our heartfelt condolences to the family of Roseller Abad. May he rest in the comfort and peace of our Heavenly Father. Funeral Mass - Saturday, Oct. 10th @ 11am
The Knights’ Pancake Breakfast will be next Sunday after the 8 & 9:30am Masses
The Royal Orchid Tours welcome to join the beautiful eastern Europe pilgrimage sites from October 5-20, 2026, to visit Medjugorje, Infant Jesus of Prague, the Divine Mercy in Krakow, St. Faustina Shrine and other places. There are still 6 spots available. The tour will be joined by Rev. Jeevan Dalmeda as the spiritual guide. Those interested please contact at the earliest the office for more information and find more details posted in the parish bulletin or on the announcement board.
Please make note that our Priests will be away from November 17th to the 20th at a Study Week. There will only be an 8AM Mass during that time but no Confession.
MONTHLY COMMUNION is taken to the sick on the 1st Thursday. Should you need this service, please contact the Parish Office.
On the 4th Sunday of every month, the 11am Mass will be for all students & parents of our School. All parents & students are requested to attend.
The Filipino Mass is on the first Sunday of the month – October 4th - at 6pm.
Gluten-Free Communion Available - If you require a gluten-free Communion, please receive communion directly from the priest rather than from a Eucharistic minister. Kindly indicate your need when you come forward. Your health and spiritual well-being are important to us. We are committed to making Sacraments accessible and welcoming for all.
CHRISTIAN MEDITATION GROUP meets in person on the 3rd Thursday of the month at 7pm.
You can make your parish donations by clicking below
MASS INTENTIONS
Sunday
Repose Gregory Richmond by Jane Richmond
Repose Monica Polson by Suzy Panet
Spec. Intention Julian Mercado by Mom Julie Mercado
Repose Serafina & Maria Cusano/Fiore & Enza Romano by Angelo & Adelina Cusano
Monday
Spec. Intention Jocelyn & Meera Nazareth by Macy Diaz
Spec. Intention Angie Uda by Julie Mercado
Repose Warren Wong by Janet Ficocelli
Spec. Intention Uche Martins by Mom
Tuesday
Repose Julianne Walsh by Leisla O’Toole
Wednesday
Spec. Intention St. Edmund Parishioners
Spec. Intention Brandon Teng by Liz Wong
Repose Olanda Delli Pizzi by family
Thursday
Repose Gillian Morrison by Liz Wong
Spec. Intention Mass for Healing Donna Morgan Berg by Diane Nation
Friday
Repose Gillian Morrison by Peter, Diane & Katherine Nation
Saturday
Spec. Intention Christina Gallagher & House of Prayer by Janet Ficocelli
Repose Gillian Morrison by Natalie Domitter & Marlene Conlin
Repose Mum & Dad Cusanelli by Giovanna Cusanelli
REFLECTIONS
Our love for God
The context for today’s Gospel is the mounting tension between Jesus and the Jewish religious leaders. Jesus has entered Jerusalem and overturned the money changers’ tables in the Temple. Jesus has caught the attention of the religious authorities; the chief priests and elders question Jesus about the source of his authority. Jesus refuses to name for these religious leaders the source of his authority. Instead, he questions the priests and elders through the parable we hear in today’s Gospel. The answer given by the religious leaders is correct, but it convicts them for their failure to heed the call of John the Baptist and for their inability to recognize the Kingdom of God.
The situation Jesus poses is rather straightforward. Given the same task by their father, one son asserts his disobedience in words, but then obeys in his actions; the second son obeys with his words, but disobeys in his actions. The question that Jesus poses is pointed and direct: Which son did what the father wanted? All would agree that “actions speak louder than words” and that even if his words were disobedient, the son who did the work as ordered did the father’s will.
Jesus’ conclusion is also direct. The chief priests and elders, the ones who speak most often about God, did not act accordingly. They did not respond to the message of repentance announced by John the Baptist with a change of heart. Instead, John’s message was heeded by those one would not expect to repent—tax collectors, prostitutes, and other sinners. Because of their actions, these sinners will enter the Kingdom of God ahead of the religious leaders.
Jesus could ask us the same question. Do our words indicate our obedience to God? If not our words, do our actions? God desires a full conversion of heart, that our actions (and our words as well) will give evidence of our love for God.
~ Loyola Press
PARISH GROUPS
The Catholic Women’s League meetings are in person on the 2nd Thursday of each month @ 7pm.
The Knights of Columbus general meetings are in person on the 1st Tuesday each month @7pm/executive meetings are also in person on the last Tuesday of the month @7pm
St. Edmund’s Christian Meditation Group
The St Edmund's Parish unit of the 'World Community for Christian Meditation' (WCCM) will resume its in-person meditation meeting, on the 3rd Thursday of every month at 7pm in St Edmund's Church. "No Experience Necessary"- The group leader will give new people the basics of meditation and some resources.
WCCM continues to hold a weekly virtual meeting on Mondays (via ZOOM), also at 7.00pm. You are sincerely invited to attend the WCCM meeting(s). All are welcome.
To learn more of WCCM, kindly contact: Luis Zunino - email lzunino@gzarchitects.com
Please note the following Zoom Link:
Join Zoom Meeting
Meeting ID: 832 0552 4810
Passcode: 965923
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
Children's Choir is every 2nd & 4th Sunday of the month; practices @10am & Mass @ 11am
Altar Servers’ Training - Every Saturday 11-11:30am
PREP REGISTRATION for 2026 - 2027 IS OPEN
Please complete the registration form and hand it over to the Parish Office or leave it in the mailbox to the left of the office entry gate.
PREP classes are held at St. Edmund’s School every Wednesday from 6:00 - 7:00 pm and begins on September 23, 2026.
Parents are required to accompany students on September 23, 2026. Any questions can be sent to prepatsteds@shaw.ca
SCHOOL EVENTS
St Edmunds Elementary School
Dear St. Edmund’s Families,
Welcome back! We hope you had a wonderful summer and that the 2026–27 school year is off to a fantastic start!
And now… the moment you’ve all been waiting for — our Apple Fundraiser is BACK! 🍎🍎🍎
If you’ve ordered before, you already know these aren’t your ordinary grocery-store apples! They’re fresh, delicious, crisp, and absolutely worth getting excited about — all at a great price.
And let’s be honest… finding a snack that kids actually LOVE and that parents feel good about? That’s a win-win! 🙌
🍎 Ready to stock up?
It’s super easy — just click HERE and place your order.
Fresh apples + happy kids + supporting our school = 🍎❤️🍎
And please don’t keep the secret to yourself! 😉Share the fundraiser with your friends, family, neighbours, coworkers, and anyone else who loves a delicious apple. The more orders we receive, the more we can do for our St. Edmund’s students!
Thank you so much for supporting our school and making our fundraiser a success!
Happy crunching! 🍎😋
St. Edmund’s Elementary School PAC
Special Gifts - Remember a loved one with a Special Gift
Bread & Wine
For the week of October 2 to October 9
In Thanksgiving
Donated by Maria Schaller
ARCHDIOCESE NOTICES & EVENTS
Journey with Archbishop Smith on social media.
Follow for reflections, messages, and glimpses into parish life through photos and videos. Stay updated with event highlights, responses to current news, and invitations to pray together as a community.
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Upcoming Marriage & Family Events
Monthly (First Saturday of the month) | Pro-Life Mass and Prayer Vigil
The B.C. Catholic - New Publishing Schedule
The B.C. Catholic will continue serving readers through a renewed print and digital model. The final weekly newspaper has been published, readers can now follow The B.C. Catholic each week through a new email digest. A redesigned monthly print edition will launch in September and will continue to be mailed to homes through Canada Post. Sign up for the new weekly email at bccatholic.ca/digest
LITTLE FLOWER ACADEMY is hosting our Annual OPEN HOUSE on Wednesday, October 21st at 6:00 p.m.
This evening is designed for prospective students currently in grades 6 and 7 and their parents to learn more about an LFA Education. It is an opportunity to explore our campus, meet members of our community, and learn more about life at LFA before beginning the application process for grade 8 admission. All students wishing to apply for our 2027-28 Grade 8 classes must sit the ENTRANCE EXAM on Saturday, December 5th, 2026.
For more information and online application, please visit our website www.lfabc.org or contact Kathi Wilson, Registrar wilsonk@lfabc.org or 604-738-9016 x114
8th Annual Beloved Catholic Women’s Retreat – MYSTERIUM
Behold the Lamb of GodWomen of the Archdiocese of Vancouver are warmly invited to join us November 13–15, 2026 at Camp Homewood on beautiful Quadra Island for a weekend of faith, friendship, prayer and renewal.Come away from the busyness of everyday life and enter more deeply into the mystery of the Eucharist. With special guest Sr Damien Marie Savino FSE, we’ll fall deeper in love with Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament, and take time to rest and reset just in time for Advent. For more information and to register
please go to https://www.belovedvi.com
FINANCIAL UPDATES
Remember St. Edmund's in your Will - Gifts for Tomorrow
A planned gift to be realized in the future, such as the options below, may be the best approach for you and may allow you to make a larger gift than you might have thought possible.
A Gift in Your Will - This is the most common type of planned gift - a gift in your will. Arranged today, a bequest is paid to St. Edmund's Parish through your estate, after your death. You can give a specific sum, property, or a percentage of your estate. It is important that the full name of the parish and charitable number be included in your will so that there is no confusion about your intentions. (St. Edmund's Parish, North Vancouver # 11884 9470 RR0064)
Life Insurance - A gift of life insurance is a simple and thoughtful way to make a gift to St. Edmund's Parish. Insurance allows you to make a modest gift now for a significant gift in the future.
RRSP and RRIF Funds - Naming St. Edmund's Parish a beneficiary of your RRSPs and RRIFs means all or a portion of these assets can now be left directly to St. Edmund's Parish upon your death without having to pass through your estate. This arrangement means that no probate fees are payable on these assets. In most cases, the taxes owing on your donated RRSPs or RRIFs at death are offset by the charitable tax credits generated by your donation.
