As we begin our journey for the 2025 Jubilee, Pope Francis reminds us that “hope should be granted to the billions of the poor who often lack the essentials of life” and that “the goods of the Earth are not destined for a privileged few but for everyone.” (Spes Non Confundit, 15-16)
More than 3.3 billion people live in countries that are spending more on debt payments than on health or education, standing in the way of sustainable development. In many countries, debt repayments far outweigh spending on climate action and addressing the impacts of the climate crisis. For heavily indebted countries, public debt has grown so large that repayment is impossible, burdening future generations.
Meanwhile, wealthy countries, including Canada, and corporations exploit resources from heavily indebted countries and from Indigenous communities causing human rights violations and severe ecological harm. This creates an “ecological debt” owed to those countries and to Indigenous peoples. This can change.
St. Patrick’s Young Adult ministry serves and addresses the spiritual and communal needs of young adults: ages 19-39, single or married.
Our group aims to meet a few times monthly alternating between fun social events and events that pursue spiritual growth.
R3 Nights
Click for the 2025 schedule!
Multi-Sport Mondays
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| AFTERNOON SESSION Parish Alpha | February 27 to May 29 | 1:30pm to 3:00pm Parish Hall |
| EVENING SESSION Parish/Young Adults Alpha | February 27 to May 29 | 7:00pm to 8;30pm Parish Hall |
Let us bring happiness by donating to those in need by supporting our parish community Lenten Food Drive. Items donated will go to the Markham Food Bank.
Collection Weekend
Our St. Vincent de Paul Society will accept your donation(s) at our parish on the weekend of March 29/30 in the St. Aidan’s Room.
We’re excited to offer The Marriage Course—a great opportunity to strengthen and deepen your relationship!
The Alpha -Marriage Course is designed to help couples invest in their relationship and build a vibrant and strong marriage. It offers practical tools to strengthen your marriage by building strong foundations, learning to communicate more effectively, and resolving differences in a healthy way. This is not counseling, and couples discuss matters privately—there is no public sharing involved.Click here to learn more about the course and how to register
Participate in a dialogue circle for Listening to Indigenous Voices: A Dialogue Guide on Justice and Right Relationships!
Program Details
Participate in three in-person sessions on MARCH 31 | APRIL 28 | MAY 26 from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm in Ministry Room 103.
How to Register & Cost
Register at the parish office and pick up the workbook. The cost of the workbook is $20. (Cash or cheque payable to St. Patrick’s).