Parish News
Divine Mercy Sunday
Celebrate the boundless mercy of God this Divine Mercy Sunday. Join us at 2:30 PM for an afternoon of prayer and reflection, including Eucharistic Adoration, The Chaplet of Divine Mercy and Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament. Bring your intentions, your gratitude, or your need for peace, and rest in the mercy of Christ.
All are welcome.
St. Joseph’s Basilica
Catholic Women’s League
All women of the parish are invited to the St. Joseph’s Basilica Catholic Women’s League General Meeting on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, at 7:00 pm in O’Leary Hall.
Please use the 113 Street elevator entrance. As the elevator entrance will be locked early for security reasons, please arrive between 6:30 pm and 6:45 pm.
For more information: please contact Nida at (780) 466-8664 or email her at ndhenriks@shaw.ca.
Catholic Q & A Session
Q: I have been asked to be a Godparent for my friend’s baby. I have to provide a copy of my baptism certificate that has been issued within the last 6 months. Why can’t I just give them the one from when I was baptized as an infant?
A: When Catholics prepare to receive or participate in certain sacraments—such as Baptism, Confirmation, Marriage, or Holy Orders—they are often asked to provide a newly issued copy of their baptism certificate, dated within the last six months.
This isn’t just a formality or paperwork requirement—it actually serves an important purpose.
Your baptismal record is considered a living document in the Catholic Church. After your baptism, any significant sacramental milestones are recorded in the parish where you were baptized. These updates are added over time to create a complete and accurate sacramental history.
A recently issued certificate ensures that:
· All sacraments you’ve received are properly recorded
· There are no canonical (Church law) issues that need to be addressed
· The Church can verify your current sacramental status
For example, if you were married in the Church, that marriage is noted on your baptismal record. When preparing for another sacrament, the Church needs to confirm those details are up to date.
Even if you have an older copy at home, it may not include more recent entries. That’s why a newly issued certificate is required.
If you need a copy, simply contact the parish where you were baptized. They will be happy to assist you.
Tyndall Stone Bookends
We still have Tyndall Stone Bookends available for purchase!
$200 per stone • history book included
$150 charitable tax receipt at year end
Bookends are available after Mass (see Father Joseph) or through the parish office, with all proceeds supporting the ongoing mission of St. Joseph’s.
NEW - Tip Tap Pay
St Joseph’s Basilica has partnered with Tip Tap Pay in order for you to help support your parish with a simple tap. Just tap on the TipTap device at the entrance to the church to give to this parish. That’s it!
For an end-of-year tax receipt for your TipTap gifts, first scan the QR Code on the sign with your smart phone and register your payment card. Once registered, you will receive an end-of-year tax receipt for all of your TipTap gifts made with that card.
Please note that donations made prior to registering are not eligible for a tax receipt. 
A tax receipt can only be issued if you register your card or device. If you’re using Apple Pay, Google Wallet, or a wearable device, please note that these methods generate a different set of last 4 digits than your physical card. You will need to use those unique last 4 digits when registering each device separately.
NOTE RE TIPTAP PAY DEVICE:
PLEASE only register each credit card ONE TIME. You only need to tap the QR code and register your card/wearable device/phone one time. Every time you use that card the transaction will be recorded. You will receive a tax receipt at year end for your total donations. DO NOT register the same card twice.
A lengthier explanation is available beside the TipTap device, or click here to open it.
Questions may be directed to Bernie.Fitzsimmons@caedm.ca or 780-488-7295 ext. 6.
Thank you for your kind heart and for supporting our church!
FORMED Subscription
Discover FORMED — a gift from St. Joseph’s Basilica to you!
St. Joseph’s Basilica now offers all parishioners free access to FORMED, an inspiring online platform filled with Catholic movies, audiobooks, podcasts, and more. Think of it as “Netflix for Catholics” — faith-filled entertainment and learning at your fingertips.
Getting started is easy:
- Visit formed.org
- Click “Sign Up” → “Sign up as a parishioner”
- Enter our postal code T5K 1N8 (with a space), then select St. Joseph’s Basilica
- Enter your name and email — and you’re in!
Enjoy unlimited access to a world of Catholic content, anytime, anywhere.
Help Us Keep the Basilica Beautiful
We are blessed to worship in a beautiful, sacred space—but it only stays that way if we treat it with respect. A few important reminders:
• No food or drink in the Cathedral (water for medical reasons is okay).
• Gum has no place in the liturgy, discard it before entering the church.
• Silence your phones, and avoid unnecessary conversations once inside.
• Please don’t leave bulletins, tissues, or trash in the pews.
• Treat the sanctuary as holy ground. We’re not just visitors—we’re in the presence of the Lord.
Thank you for helping preserve the dignity of our Cathedral!
Our heartfelt thanks to parishioners and friends who continue to support the parish. Your support is essential to us as we continue our mission.
To make an e-transfer email SJB.etransfer@caedm.ca or click the button below to donate.
