Parish News
Memorial Mass for Pope Francis April 25
A memorial Mass for the repose of the soul of the Holy Father, Pope Francis, will be held on Friday, April 25, at 12:00 p.m. at St. Joseph's Basilica with Archbishop Smith presiding.
Let us join together to pray for His Holiness, Pope Francis.
Important Scam Alert
There have been fraudulent emails circulating, claiming to be from Father Joseph or other clergy members, asking for money or gift cards.
Please be advised:
No priest will ever ask you for money, gift cards, or personal financial assistance via email or text.
If you receive such a request, do not respond. It is a scam.
When in doubt, please contact the parish office directly at (780) 488-7295.
Stay cautious and help spread the word.
In Memoriam: Father Les drewicki
Please pray for the repose of the soul of Father Les Drewicki, beloved priest of the Archdiocese of Edmonton for over 45 years. He was 71.
Vigil Prayers will be held at St. Joseph’s Basilica on Wednesday, April 23, at 7:00 PM, and the Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Thursday, April 24, at 10:00 AM with Father Paul Moret presiding.
May he rest in the peace of Christ.
Farewell Events for Archbishop Smith
Please join us as we bid a warm farewell to Archbishop Richard Smith, celebrating his nearly 18 years of service to the people of the Archdiocese of Edmonton. Several farewell events are planned in the Archdiocese of Edmonton.
On May 1 from 3-5 p.m., a come-and-go open house will be held at Newman Theological College. All are welcome.
Later that evening, at 7:00 p.m., we will gather in prayer and thanksgiving at St. Joseph’s Basilica. Together, we will celebrate the Feast of St. Joseph the Worker, patron of the Archdiocese, as well as the 18th anniversary of Archbishop Smith’s installation as the seventh Archbishop of Edmonton.
Mass will be livestreamed on YouTube and Facebook. A reception in O’Leary Hall will follow the mass.
Parish Office Move
The parish office has moved! We are now located in the Parish Hall, with access via Jasper Avenue through the door next to Teddy’s Restaurant.
The door is kept locked for safety reasons, however there is a doorbell. The cold weather can affect the bell, if you ring and we don't answer within 2 minutes (during regular office hours), please call us at 780-488-7295 and we will come open the door.
Special Musical Guests – Saturday, May 3
Join us for the 5:00 PM Mass on Saturday, May 3, featuring music by the acclaimed St. Michael’s Choir School from Toronto.
This special evening is part of St. Michael’s Choir School’s 2025 Wild Rose Tour across Alberta, bringing sacred music to communities in Calgary, Canmore, Grande Prairie, and Edmonton.
After Mass, all are welcome to attend Adoremus Youth Vespers & Eucharistic Adoration from 7:00–8:30 PM, with music by the Schola Cantorum of St. Joseph’s Basilica.
The Sacrament of Reconciliation will be available during Adoration. A social with light refreshments will follow in O'Leary Hall.
All are welcome!
C-YEG Young Adult Meet-up
C-YEG was founded four years ago to be a central meeting place for Catholic young adults from all across Edmonton. We host monthly events where young adults can come together, encounter Christ, and build community.
We invite young adults (ages 18–35) to join us for the following events coming up.
· Our monthly Young Adult Mass at 4:00 PM at Resurrection Parish. Upcoming dates: April 27, May 18, June 15, and every third Sunday thereafter.
· Our next Young Adult Dance on Saturday, May 3 at Assumption Parish
To learn more about C-YEG, find us on Instagram at @catholic_yeg or on Facebook at @C-YEG.
SSVP Fundraising Gala
Did you know the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul (SSVP) is active in 26 parishes across the Archdiocese? In 2024, over 600 volunteers assisted 14,933 people in urgent need—including 6,177 children—right in their local communities. Committed to serving Christ through the poor, Vincentians provide food and grocery cards, beds, furniture, housewares, transit tickets, and more to anyone in need, regardless of their circumstances. They also ship containers of food and essential supplies to nine communities in the Western Arctic.
Requests for help—especially for food and beds—have skyrocketed over the past two years. To meet this growing need, SSVP Edmonton Central Council is hosting its first-ever fundraising Gala on June 5 at the Chateau Lacombe.
Join us for an evening of fine dining, inspiring speakers, and exciting raffle and live auction prizes. Tickets are $250 each or $2,000 for a table of 8, with a portion eligible for a tax receipt.
Get your tickets or make a donation: SSVP-Gala-2025
For more information: gala@ssvpedmonton.ca or
825-582-SSVP (7787)
Thank you for helping us support our neighbours in need!
Spiritual Care in Hospitals
If you or a loved one are admitted to the University of Alberta or Royal Alexandra Hospital, please ensure:
· Your religion is listed in your medical chart
· You have digitally signed consent to receive a visit from a Catholic Chaplain
Without this consent, chaplains will not be able to access your name on the admitted list of Catholics. For more information, or to contact a Catholic Chaplain, please call:
University Hospital: 780-407-3345
Royal Alexandra Hospital: 780-735-4757
Bulletin Boards & Pamphlet Holders
Any items being posted on the bulletin boards in the church or the pamphlet area at the rear of the nave must be approved by Father Joseph and be stamped by the office. Any items that are not approved will be removed.
FORMED Subscription
St. Joseph’s Basilica has purchased a parish subscription to FORMED for our parishioners.
What is FORMED? Often described as “Netflix for Catholics”, it is an On-Demand platform that has Catholic movies, audio books, podcasts and more.
To access FORMED, go to formed.org, then click on Formed for Parishes, followed by Find Your Parish Subscription. Enter our Postal Code - T5K 1N8 (be sure to have a space entered in the middle) and select our parish, St. Joseph. You will be prompted to enter your name and email address and that’s it, you can enjoy all the programming it has to offer.
Communion for Sick & Homebound
If you or a family member is ill or cannot make it to mass in person, we do have a ministry that will take communion to people. Please call the office to request a visit.
Pastoral Priority Launch
Worship, Witness, and Service – these are the foundational pillars for our diocese, as identified by Archbishop Richard Smith in his pastoral letter Living in the Word.
Growing as a synodal and pastoral Church, we are translating these pillars into action through our 2024-2027 Pastoral Priorities. “Be It Done: Living in the Word” is the theme.
What are the Pastoral Priorities?
Over the next three years, we will draw inspiration from Mary, our patroness, whose life exemplifies Worship, Witness, and Service. Guided by the Blessed Mother’s life and vocation, our pastoral priorities are:
· Formation for Eucharistic Worship: We are a faith community that joyfully celebrates and better understands the Eucharist.
· Formation for Confident Witness: We are a faith community that is confident in proclaiming the Great Commission to spread the Good News of the Gospel within our respective vocations, professions, and communities.
· Formation for Service to Families and Marriage: We are a faith community that accompanies families, fully recognizing the centrality of marriage and family in God’s plan.
Learn more at caedm.ca/pastoralpriorities
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.
