St. Dunstan's Basilica Parish

Available at the Parish Office.

Our parish is blessed by those who serve—and we invite you to be part of our ministries!
✨ Altar Servers – Young parishioners who have received First Holy Communion are welcome to serve at the Lord’s altar.
✨ Collectors & Greeters – A simple way to help at our weekend Masses, yet a big way to make a difference in welcoming and supporting our parish family.
If you (or your child) are interested, please contact the
Parish Office. Your “yes” makes our parish stronger!

Only 1 week left before Catechism classes begin on Sunday, September 21! If you haven’t registered yet, you can do so online or on the first day of class. Fee: $20 per student / $40 per family (e-Transfer to saintdunstans@gmail.com or pay by cash/cheque on the first day). We look forward to seeing you!

The choir season starts Thursday, September 4 at the SDU Building boardroom. Rehearsal schedules as follows: Children’s Choir: 5:30–6:15 pm. Adult Choir: 6:30–8:00 pm.
Share your talent and serve our parish through music! All are welcome to join.

Email Leo at leomarchildon88@gmail.com or see him after Mass at the organ to sign up.

Please contact Jodi or Brady Grant bradyandjodi@gmail.com or (902-218-8282).
You may request to have a candle burn in the Adoration Chapel. ($7). Please contact the Office. This week, candles in the chapel burn for: Souls in Purgatory (2), Safe Travel (1), Special Intention (1)

We invite young parishioners who have received First Holy Communion to serve at the Lord’s altar. Training is provided—no experience needed, just a willing heart! Parents, encourage your children to grow in faith and serve with joy. Contact the Parish Office to join!

Stay connected with parish life! Like and follow St. Dunstan’s Basilica on Facebook for daily reflections, inspiration, and updates. Don't forget to share our page with your family and friends!

If you have a special prayer or someone you'd like us to pray for, you’re welcome to drop by the Parish Office and write down your intention. It's a simple way we can lift each other up in prayer.

The Catholic Women's League was formed in the early 20th century to help immigrants arriving in Canada. Members continue to help the most vulnerable across the country. Come and add your
helping hands to ours. Become a member and be part of the solution. Please contact Gay Garvey, 902-218-3003

Available in the two centre rows of the church. Please let us know if it is working for you.

An audio tour has been developed for parishioners and the general public You can access the tour by the following link or scanning the QR code:

https://www.youraudiotour.com/tours/welcome-to-st-dunstan-s-cathedral-basilica.

You can listen anywhere, but it is best when following along at the Basilica. Thanks to Dr. Ariana Patey, the voice of the audio tour; Joseph Chevarie, for recording the audio, Fr Blair Bernard, consultant for history and theological content, Don Chevarie for the photographs and Gwen Chevarie, content developer. Your dedication and hard work in supporting our Basilica is truly appreciated.

Would you be willing to help with set-up/clean-up for a reception following the Chrism Mass, Monday, April 14, 7 pm? Registration form at the back of the church. Many thanks!

Telephone the Office during office hours or any time stanula67@gmail.com

2025 envelopes are located at the church entrance. If you used envelopes in 2024, there should be a set there with your name on it. If you would like to begin to use envelopes, new sets are available. Please provide the info requested. Your financial support is crucial and greatly appreciated. If you would like to contribute by E-Transfer or Automatic Debit, please contact the Parish Office for details, 902-894-3486 or saintdunstans@gmail.com

Our parish bulletin cover is soon going to print for this year. If you own a business or know of a credible business that may benefit from this form of advertising, please contact Shani Court, 902-314-5307 or church.bulletin.advertising@gmail.com as soon as possible. We encourage businesses to advertise and parishioners to support the advertisers.