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   St Josephs is a Roman Catholic Parish located in Salmon Arm BC Canada..We are part of the Diocese of Kamloops  .  More than three hundred families are part of our parish community.   Newcomers and visitors are always welcome to St. Joseph’s. At St. Joseph’s we are blessed to have excellent staff and volunteers dedicated to proclaiming the truth about God to the world. We offer a variety of opportunities to discover or deepen your relationship with God and to grow in knowledge of Him and His church. We can be reached at 250-832-3021

                                      St.  JOSEPH’S CHURCH

 60 First Street SE, Salmon Arm, BC, V1E 4H4

Dec 21st, 2025    The 4th Sunday of Advent

Fourth Sunday of Advent

The fourth Sunday of Advent, December 21st, 2025, is a time for reflection on the love that God has for mankind to become man and save us from death and sin. This week is dedicated to the candle of love, also known as the “angel candle,” which represents the ultimate gift of love -Jesus Christ. The theme for this week is the love that God has for mankind to become man and save us from death and sin. The Advent wreath has four candles, one lit each Sunday of the four weeks of Advent, with the fourth candle representing love. This week is a time to reflect on the magnitude of love that was made manifest in Jesus.

   Our new parish Priest is Rev. Father Emmanuel Onumadu. Our new secretary is Liz Davies. 

Sunday Collection: $5904.20  E $1145.00
E-transfers can be sent to:
givingstjosephsalmonarm@rdck.org

Office Hours are Tuesday to Friday 9:00 am to 1:00 pm

Christmas Mass Schedule:

December 24 th – 5 pm and 8 pm
December 25 th – 9 am
December 31 st – 5 pm
January 1 st , 2026 – 9 am
There will be no morning Mass on Dec. 26 th .
Christmas Office Hours:
Monday December 22 – 9 am to 1 pm
Tuesday December 23 – 9 am to 1 pm
CLOSED DEC 24 TH TO 26 TH
Monday December 29 – 9 am to 1 pm
Tuesday December 30 – 9 am to 1 pm
Friday January 2, 2026 – 9 am to 1 pm

Please join us for an hour of adoration, praise and worship/confession from 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm every 2 nd Thursday of the month. 

You are invited to Adoration on Fridays following the
8:15 am Mass until 1 pm. Benediction will be at 12:45 pm,
for those who would like to join.

    THANK YOU! From St. Josephs CWL

Our 25th annual Christmas Gift & Craft Sale was another very successful event. We wish to express our sincere thanks to all who supported the Nov 28 & 29th Christmas sale in our parish hall –  including St Joseph parishioners, the Salmon Arm community and the vendors!

Congratulations to our Raffle Winners:

  • 1st Prize: Sylvia Martin – photo session donated by Ivenkay Photographics / $ 400 + value
  • 2nd Prize: Tanya Bushell – Golf basket with $200 Golf Certificate / donated by Copperline Mechanical / $300 + value
  • 3rd Prize: Marcia Woods –  Skating with the Stars / 4 tickets /Value $220
  • 4th Prize: Tammy Wierda – Custom made 17 piece Nativity Set / Value $75

Door prize winners:  Brandy Turner, Elaine August, Christine, Candy St Pierre

Special thanks to all our volunteers and CWL members who donated many hours of time, talent and effort.

An Act of Spiritual Communion My Jesus, I believe that You are present in the Most Holy Sacrament.  I love You above all things, and I desire to receive You into my soul. Since I cannot at this moment receive You sacramentally, come at least spiritually into my heart.  I embrace You as if You were already there and unite myself wholly to You. Never permit me to be separated from You. Amen.

Faith in Action: Campaign 35 “Pilgrims of Hope”
Parish Assessment: $30,037 Total Pledged: $33,140
Thank you to all that have sent in their pledge. If you did not receive any material in the mail, there are extra pledge forms available in the vestibule of the church. Faith in Action also accepts Interact e-transfers, which can be sent to fia@rcdk.org.
 Attention New Parishioners: Any Knights new to the parish are asked to please contact Eugene Casavant or the parish office.

Sat. Dec 20 –       For the repose of the souls of Angela, Jennifer and Jeffery Rasmussen

The Annual Rotary Community Christmas Dinner, supported by St. Joseph’s, is planned for Christmas Day. This will be a sit-down turkey dinner with all the trimmings. The goal this year is to reach out in particular to those who may be shut-in, singles, couples, families who may be on their own for Christmas. There is an opportunity to volunteer for a variety of roles to help some folks have a better Christmas. More information to follow next weekend.

LET NO ONE BE ALONE! If you or someone you know will be alone this Christmas, please come or invite others to the Rotary/ St. Joseph’s Community Dinner on Christmas Day.
Doors open at 12:30 pm, Dinner is served at 1:00 pm. It is free, though you MUST have a ticket. They are available at the Parish Office.

CWL ‘Clothes Line of Love’ – Starting 1st week of Advent (Nov 29/30th)

Once again the  CWL will collect donations of  ‘new’ winter items for families in need in our community (donating to the SAFE House and Salvation Arm).  Items can be dropped in boxes provided in vestibule, clothes pins in the box for hanging if you wish.   Suggested items are hats, toques, scarves, gloves/mitts, socks, sweaters, long underwear, etc., for men, women and children.   Items will be sorted and delivered before Christmas, thank you for your support!

The sale of Askew’s Cards is an important program to help feed the hungry of Salmon Arm, especially as winter approaches. We need some help to sell the cards after mass, in particular the 4th and 5th Saturdays and the 5th Sunday of the month. If you can give a little in this service, please call or text Bruce Weicker at 250-833-8971. Training is provided.

CWL RELIGIOUS ARTICLES STORE:
Advent is upon us! Happy Advent.  New in the store are the 2026 calendars. We have The Saints Among us, Catholic Faith, and Church Art. They all include the feast days, solemnities, etc.  Beautiful.  
Also, Sunday Missals are in! They’ve gone down in price! $6/missal. Missals are available in the Church office as well. Please come check us out. We’re also stocking for Christmas.

https://www.holyart.com/

Tax Receipt 2025 reminder for parishioners: Faith in Action donations must be received by Monday, December 29th, 2025. This includes E-Transfer donations as well. In case of a postal strike, donations must be delivered (either by hand or courier) directly to the Chancery office (Attn: Faith in Action) to be eligible for the 2025 tax receipt. All donations received after December 29th will go towards the 2026 tax receipt. 

Funeral Mass for Marie Pelletier on Saturday DECEMBER 27, 2025, at NOON.

Marie was a parishioner at St Josephs for many years, and a CWL member for 52 years!

All are welcome to come for the Mass and enjoy refreshments after in the parish hall served up by St. Joseph’s CWL.

The sale of Askew’s Cards is an important program to help feed the hungry of Salmon Arm, especially as winter approaches. We need some help to sell the cards after mass, in particular the 4 th and 5 th Saturdays and the 5 th Sunday of the month. If you can give a little in this service, please call or
text Bruce Weicker at 250-833-8971. Training is provided.

  All Ladies in the Parish are invited to a study group,    Fridays in the Church Hall at 9:00 am. Coffee and muffins are provided to begin. Even if you do not plan on staying for the group please come down and enjoy a coffee before you leave. We hope to see you all there!

SUNDAY COLLECTION ENVELOPES: Your collection envelopes for 2026 are ready to be picked up on the table in the Vestibule of the church. If you cannot find yours or would like to receive a box, please leave your name and phone number on the sheet provided.

                             

                   

Don’t forget the Donation Boxes   There are two donation boxes in our church vestibule, one  for the Carmelite Sisters in Armstrong and one for our local Salvation Army Food Bank. As a parish you have been very generous in the past and these groups continue to welcome your donations of non-perishable food items.  The Salvation Army is  very thankful to our parish for the continued weekly donations.                                                     

The rosary makers will NOT be meeting in Dec for rosary making. We will resume meeting in the New Year on January 8th, 2026.

Compassionate Community Care: Advice, help & support regarding euthanasia & assisted suicide prevention &/or end of life treatment issues.  Confidential and free: 1-855-675-8749.

 

Rachel’s Corner: “One day I was Lazarus, one day Mary Magdalene, one day the blind man…but now…I
leave with nothing covering my eyes. I can see clearly again. I leave in peace.” Testimonial
On our healing journey we are taken through many steps where truths are revealed to us. Join us on a 
Rachel’s Vineyard™ Retreat and find the peace that clarity of vision and truth can give you. His mercy is
yours! http://www.rachelsvineyardkamloops.org  rvkamloops@yahoo.ca 250-267-5081

St. Joseph’s Parish Contacts

Pastoral Care: If you have any family members in the hospital or sick at home who would like a

visit, please contact the parish office.
Finance Committee: Beverly Clermont, Bruno Geiger, Nellie Rasmussen
Liturgy: Kathryn Weicker, 250-803-0103
Music Ministry:                                                                                                                                                                                  Catholic Women’s League: Dorothy Hruby 250-253-0294                                                                                  Knights of Columbus: Eugene Casavant 250-832-9908
Secular Franciscans: Anna O’Hagan 833-9109
Faith Formation for Children:
R.C.I.A. and Adult Education: contact the Parish office sastjoseph@rcdk.org 250-832-3021
Baptisms, Marriages and Funerals: Contact the Parish office to make an appointment to meet
with the Pastor sastjoseph@rcdk.org 250-832-3021

Any requests for messages in the bulletin and announcements at the end of weekend Masses
must be received at the office by Thursday noon and must be approved by the Pastor.
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Parish Registration / Change of Address
Family Last Name: _________________________ New Parishioner(s):_________
First Name(s):__________________________________________
Children at Home: ________________________ Birthdate: _________________
________________________ Birthdate: _________________
________________________ Birthdate: _________________
Marriage Date: __________________________
Mailing Address: ____________________________________________________
Postal Code: __________________ email: _______________________________
Phone Number: __________________ Require Envelopes? Yes______ No______
Would you like to receive the on-line bulletin? Yes_______ No________
If you are a new parishioner, please introduce yourself to Father as soon as possible. Fill
in the above form if you are new or if you have a change of address and place in the
Sunday collection. It is your responsibility to give your new forwarding address to
receive your tax receipt.

 
 

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