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Last night, our Mission & Outreach volunteers had the privilege of stepping into St. Mary’s Hall to meet, talk with, and serve the gentlemen who find shelter and refuge there. With meals generously provided by the Friendship Inn, snacks supplied through the kindness of donors, and winter gear lovingly gathered by our community, we were able to offer not just food or clothing—but presence. We sat together. We learned names. We heard stories. We shared laughter. And at one poi

With grateful hearts, we extend our deepest thanks to all who joined us on Saturday, November 1st, for the Blessing of St. Mary’s Hall in preparation for our Men’s Overnight Warm-Up Location. What a grace-filled and historic moment for our parish and our city. Elder Irene Sharp from Our Lady of Guadalupe Parish began our gathering with a sacred smudge, honouring this land and blessing all who will find warmth and dignity here. Father Kevin McGee welcomed our community, dignit

This past Wednesday, under the bright and hot summer sun, St. Mary’s Mission and Outreach Ministry welcomed our neighbours for a...

“I was homeless and you took me in…” (Mt 25:35) During my recent pilgrimage to Fatima, I walked through the Sanctuary of Fátima at night...

I am delighted to welcome Jennifer Nunes as our new Coordinator of Outreach and Ministry.

The beginning of a new chapter as the Mission and Outreach Coordinator at St. Mary’s Parish. This ministry was born from a desire to serve those who are often forgotten—the unhomed, the struggling, the vulnerable—and to build bridges of love, dignity, and hope. In this reflection, I share how this call unfolded, the sacred "yes" that led me here, and the mission that lies ahead.