Reflections and Prayers

  • Revealing the Mystery and the Beauty of the Mass
    Blessings everyone!  Follow our weekly reflections revealing of the parts of the Mass, how they inspire us to worship and bring us to community. The Mass is the most important prayer for Catholics.  It is a time set aside to pray and come humbly before our God in prayer and worship. We may come to the Church feeling happy, sad, angry, joyful, anxious, busy or at peace.  We may come alone, with friends or with family.  We may even come […]
  • Commissioning Reflection
    What a blessing it is for us to follow in the footsteps of the apostles, and be commissioned in our ministry service, just as they were commissioned by Jesus. Commissioning blesses us, and affirms the use of the gifts that God has given us. As we journey in our walk with Jesus, He invites us to partner with him in sharing His love with others. There is nothing greater or more rewarding than to invest our time, and talents into […]
  • Faith Renewal – The ABC’s of Being Catholic – The Letter “Z”
    By: Bernadette Parrott Welcome to our Faith Renewal Series that is exploring The ABCs of Being Catholic. We are invited on a journey through the alphabet to explore Catholic terms, beliefs, and traditions. In this post we focus on the letter “Z”. If you missed our Introduction to this series <click here>. To go back to the letter “Y” post <click here>. Zeal September 2, 2021 I began this journey through the ABCs with Adoration, and I’m going to end […]
  • Faith Renewal – The ABC’s of Being Catholic – The Letter “Y”
    By: Bernadette Parrott Welcome to our Faith Renewal Series that is exploring The ABCs of Being Catholic. We are invited on a journey through the alphabet to explore Catholic terms, beliefs, and traditions. In this post we focus on the letter “Y”. If you missed our Introduction to this series <click here>. To go back to the letter “X” post <click here>. To go to the letter “Z” post <click here>. Yoke August 30, 2021 A yoke is a wooden […]
  • Faith Renewal – The ABC’s of Being Catholic – The Letter “X”
    By: Bernadette Parrott Welcome to our Faith Renewal Series that is exploring The ABCs of Being Catholic. We are invited on a journey through the alphabet to explore Catholic terms, beliefs, and traditions. In this post we focus on the letter “X”. If you missed our Introduction to this series <click here>. To go back to the letter “W” post <click here>. To go to the letter “Y” post <click here>. XC or XCS August 26, 2021 X Marks the […]

Parish Office Administrator Posting

The Catholic Parishes of Penticton are seeking a Parish Office Administrator. Reporting to the Pastor or his delegate, this person staffs the front desk of the reception area in the Parish Office and carries out reception/secretarial and bookkeeping duties. Interested applicants are invited to submit a cover letter and resume to the Parish Office by Tuesday, October 30, 2026.

Our Spiritual Adoption Program has Begun

Registration has begun for our annual Spiritual Adoption Program. Please consider praying for nine months for a baby who is in danger of abortion. The prayer cards are available in the pews and at the registration table. You can register on our website. Spiritual Adoption Program – Day One: Even though, being only one cell your baby has his own unique set of DNA. Already determined is the color of eyes, blood type, hair color, height – everything.

The Month of the Holy Rosary

Did You Know that October is the month of the Holy Rosary? In 1206, our Blessed Mother, Mary gifted St. Dominic the Rosary as a mighty and powerful weapon against spiritual forces of darkness, personal sin and threats to our faith.  The prayers of the Rosary come from the Lord Himself, are found in Scripture and originate from the traditions of the Church.  Ascension Press points to these 10 benefits of praying the Rosary:  The Holy Rosary centres on the…

Job Posting: Financial Administrator – Diocese of Nelson

The Diocese of Nelson, which encompasses the Okanagan and Kootenays of beautiful British Columbia, is recruiting for the position of Diocesan Financial Administrator. The office is located in Kelowna at the Catholic Pastoral Centre. The Financial Administrator is responsible for oversight of all financial, administrative and business affairs of the Diocese. Provides strategic financial guidance and effective advisory support to the Bishop, parishes and the Catholic Independent Schools of the Nelson Diocese (CISND). The Financial Administrator ensures compliance with regulatory…

Wildfire Evacuee Supports

Thank you everyone that has provided assistance to our brothers and sisters from Summerland. Your generosity and service has blessed so many people. Please let the parish office know if you are able to open your home to help any remaining evacuees. Contact the parish office at 250-492-3169. The following supports are currently available at the Catholic Parishes of Penticton: Thank you everyone for your ongoing assistance. May God bless you.

World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly 2026

The theme chosen by Pope Leo XIV for the 6th World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly – “I will never forget you” (Is 49:15) – reminds us that God’s unwavering love is the ultimate answer to the isolation and neglect so often experienced by the elderly. It brings comfort and hope, assuring us that the Lord knows each of us personally, forgets no one, and loves us unconditionally, even through the frailties of old age.

Revealing the Mystery and the Beauty of the Mass

Blessings everyone!  Follow our weekly reflections revealing of the parts of the Mass, how they inspire us to worship and bring us to community. The Mass is the most important prayer for Catholics.  It is a time set aside to pray and come humbly before our God in prayer and worship. We may come to the Church feeling happy, sad, angry, joyful, anxious, busy or at peace.  We may come alone, with friends or with family.  We may even come…