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

Parish Priest is Rev. Father Emmanuel Onumadu.

Our secretary is Liz Davies.

October 4th, 2026… 27th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Sunday Collection: $2577.40

E-transfer: $255.00

E-transfers can be sent to: givingstjosephsalmonarm@rcdk.org

Weekday Masses are 8:15 am Monday to Friday.

Office hours are Tuesday to Friday 9 am to 1 pm.

Weekly Adoration will be on Fridays after the 8:15 am Mass, with benediction to follow at 12:45 pm.

ATTENTION: If you need to use space in the Church for a group YOU MUST go through the office and get approval. They need to know the date and time, so they can make sure there is no conflicts with other bookings. It is to help the office know if there are people in the Church. If you book a time and it needs to be changed YOU MUST inform the office so they can make the proper changes.

1^st Communion classes are Monday’s at 6:30 pm.

Confirmation classes are Thursday’s at 6:00 pm.

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.

Mass Intentions for Oct 4^th to Oct 10^th

Oct 4^th– For the intentions of all Parishioners

Oct 5^th– For the repose of the soul of Ron Wahoski

Oct 6^th– For the repose of the soul of Yuyun Ostreig

Oct 7^th– For the repose of the soul of Amanda Sheridan

Oct 8^th– For the repose of the soul of Terry Myers

Oct 9^th– For the repose of the soul of Jim Sefton

Oct 10^th– For the repose of the soul of Marilyn Kuzek

FAITH IN ACTION CAMPAIGN 36

Parish Assessment: $29,450 Total Pledged: $5,425.

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.

Thank you for your generosity at the breakfast last Sunday in support of Coats for Kids. Enough money was raised to purchase two boxes of coats. There are 12 coats in each box. Your generosity will be appreciated by the children this winter.

A huge thank you to all those who volunteered for the Garage Sale. Your time and effort were most appreciated. We will be able to report on the proceeds of the sale next weekend.

The Church Yard Clean Up last Saturday was a great success. Again, thank you to all who turned out and worked so hard. The grounds look very neat and tidy. If you are missing any gardening tools or a bucket, please contact Bruce 250-833-8971.

Attention New Parishioners: Any Knights new to the parish are asked to please contact the parish office.

The sale of Askew Grocery Cards is making a difference for our community. Already this year we have raised $1,760 towards supporting the hungry. Cards are available after masses on the weekends, AND NOW AT THE OFFICE DURING THE WEEK. Thank you for your support “TO FEED THE HUNGRY.”

San Damiano Franciscan Fraternity – invites parishioners to join in the celebration of the Transitus of St. Francis on Saturday, October 3rd, following the 5 o’clock evening Mass. A brief liturgy will take place in the Church. This year October 3rd will mark the 800th anniversary of St Francis passing from this life to the next.

2026 PARISH DIRECTORY – If you have not yet made your appointment for a photo session, please call or text Kathryn Weicker at 250 833 8497. The photographer will be at St. Joseph’s from Oct 19-28. All those who get their photo taken will receive a complimentary photo directory.

Starting Friday, October 9^th the Friday study group will be watching and discussing the series The Chosen. It will start at 9:30am to give people a chance to stay for adoration and finish at 11am. Coffee will be provided starting at 9am.

We are meeting in room G.

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.

Life Chain Sunday, October 4th

Life Chain is a peaceful pro-life witness held simultaneously in over 300 locations across Canada. It is a powerful visual statement of solidarity in support of human life from conception to natural death. Hearts are changed, lives are saved.

Will you …

Pick up a sign of your choice at city hall 2:15 pm
proceed to the Trans Canada Hwy
to stand in silent prayer for one hour 2:30 to 3:30 pm.

Rosary Rally October 10, 2026

You are invited to join in a Public Square Rosary Rally on Saturday, October 10, 2026 at 12 noon at Blackburn Park. This Public Square Rosary, sponsored by Canada Needs Our Lady, will be one of more than a thousand rallies that will take place all across Canada on that day. Please join us in offering reparation for the sins and offenses committed against the Immaculate Heart of Mary and to fervently pray for the conversion of Canada.

In the Secret of the Rosary, Saint Louis MarieGrignion de Montfort said: “Public prayer is far more powerful than private prayer to appease the anger of God and call down His mercy, and Holy Mother Church, guided by the Holy Spirit, has always advocated public prayer in times of public tragedy and suffering.”

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

Extra-Ordinary Ministers of Holy Communion & Ushers & greeters

The new fall schedule can be seen at the top of this page ..see the MINISTRIES tab

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

Music Ministry: Meaghan Delaney 1-778-345-4131
Liturgy: Kathryn Weicker, 250-803-0103 Catholic Women’s League: Dorothy Hruby 250-253-0294 Knights of Columbus: Daniel Ouilette 867-445-7260
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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receive your tax receipt.