Parish News
World Day of the Poor
This Sunday is World Day of the Poor, an opportunity to reflect on our call to care for those experiencing poverty and to put our faith into action.
There are several initiatives you can support:
Knights of Columbus Winter Sock Drive
From November 15 to 29, the Knights will be collecting new, warm adult socks to benefit local shelters and community members in need.
Collection bins will be placed at the back of the Basilica before and after all weekend Masses.
Development and Peace – Caritas Canada
Become a member and join more than 13,000 Canadians making international solidarity a priority. Together, we can advocate for greater Canadian support for international development.
Learn more or get involved at devp.org/campaign.
Donations for Those in Need
Our monthly collection takes place next weekend in support of those in need, including the work of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul (SSVP). Collection envelopes will be available at the church entrance.
Volunteer with SSVP
The Society of St. Vincent de Paul is seeking volunteers to support its work in the Basilica Area.
Volunteers with access to a vehicle are needed to visit and assist those in need, deliver food hampers and household items, and drive the SSVP truck (Class 5 licence required).
If you can spare a few hours each week, please contact Eimear at 780-718-7652 or email her at eimearm@ssvpedmonton.ca.
St. Joseph’s Basilica
Annual Appeal Update
Thank you to all the parishioners who have so generously donated towards our Parish Appeal.
Our goal is $78,856.85.
To date we have received $24,666.00 which is 33% of our goal.
We appreciate any amount that you can donate to reach our goal.
Your generous support is essential to us as we continue our mission of worship, witness and service to the people of Edmonton, Alberta, and beyond.
Thank you to all, and may God bless you.
Faith Cafe
This Sunday, join us in O’Leary Hall after the 12:30 pm Mass for the penultimate seventh episode of Season Four of The Chosen: The Last Sign.
As Jesus and the disciples arrive in Bethany, they are met with intense grief and mourning. Faced with deep heartbreak, Jesus reveals His power over death in a profound and miraculous way, performing His final public sign. This powerful moment comforts those who grieve but sets off a definitive chain of events that alters the disciples' lives and accelerates Jesus' journey toward Jerusalem.
Coming Soon – A Special Christmas Presentation
The Chosen: Holy Night
Experience the Christmas story in a whole new way! Join us on Sunday, December 13, for a special screening of The Chosen: Holy Night, a moving retelling of the events surrounding the birth of Jesus, seen through the eyes of those who were there.
Mark your calendars! More details coming soon.
Encounter Jesus Book Sale
Glen Argan, former editor of the Western Catholic Reporter, will present his book, Jesus Christ: The Heart of Vatican II, following weekend Masses on November 14 and 15.
The call of Vatican II, for a deeper encounter with Jesus and an increased sense of mission, remains alive and growing in the Catholic Church.
Books will be available for a special sale price of $20 each.
Monthly Seniors’ Group
The next gathering for the Seniors’ Group will be on Wednesday, November 18 in O’Leary Hall after the 12:05 pm Mass.
For more information, please call the office at 780-488-7295.
Red Wednesday – Prayer Service
Join us on Wednesday, November 18, at 7:00 p.m. at St. Joseph's Basilica for a special Prayer Vigil presided over by Fr. Jim Corrigan, Vicar General, in solidarity with persecuted Christians around the world.
Four hundred and thirteen million Christians live in countries where religious freedom is severely violated. Two hundred and twenty million face direct persecution.
Red Wednesday will be marked across Canada and the world. Inspired by Aid to the Church in Need Brazil in 2015 and officially launched in 2016 by Aid to the Church in Need UK, the initiative has grown to over 20 countries standing together against Christian persecution.
Everyone is invited to stand with persecuted Christians.
Show solidarity by praying, wearing red, or illuminating buildings in your community.
Celebrating the Blessing of Our New Organ!
Join us on Sunday, November 22, as Archbishop Hero blesses our new organ during the 10:30 a.m. Mass.
The celebration continues that evening at 6:30 p.m. with a special concert:
All the Stops: Organ Music from the
Renaissance to the Present Day
Enjoy an evening of beautiful organ music featuring works by John Bull, Rachel Laurin, Léon Boëllmann, Nicolaus Bruhns and Jehan Alain.
Featuring organists Maximilian Wilczynski and Laura Guindon
Sunday, November 22 | 6:30 p.m. | Free Admission
All are welcome!
November - The Month of Remembrance
November is traditionally dedicated to praying for the Holy Souls in Purgatory and remembering our departed loved ones.
Our Book of Remembrance is now available on a table near the altar. Parishioners are invited to add the names of loved ones they wish to remember in prayer.
An Online Book of Remembrance is also available. To have a loved one's name included, please email their name(s) to SJB.memorialbook@caedm.ca. Names will be added and updated throughout November.
The online Book of Remembrance can be viewed here.
Young Adult Group Dinner Fundraiser
The Young Adults will be hosting a Korean-themed parish dinner on Saturday, November 28th, in O’Leary Hall following the 5:00 pm Mass. Come enjoy a delicious meal featuring an amuse-bouche, three courses for $70 per person. It will be a wonderful opportunity to connect with other parishioners and enjoy an evening of fellowship. Tickets will be on sale at the back of the church after weekend Masses starting this Saturday, October 31st. All proceeds will support our young adults travelling to Seoul for World Youth Day 2027.
A Little Musical Treasure to Discover!
Did you know our very own Schola Cantorum has albums available to stream?
Our talented Schola Cantorum has recorded two beautiful collections of sacred music, celebrating the joy of Christmas and the quiet anticipation of Advent.
Alpha & Omega: Sounds of Christmas (2020)
Into Light: Music for Advent (2023)
Both recordings are available on Spotify and most major music streaming platforms!
Take a listen, add them to your playlists, and let the beautiful music of our Schola Cantorum accompany you through the seasons of Advent and Christmas.
There are three easy ways to join our Flock!
· Text “SJBCC” to 514-900-0130
· Visit us online at www.stjosephbasilica1.flocknote.com/
· Scan the QR code
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.
