Notices

1) The Parish Projects Collection will be taken up at all masses next weekend.  Please collect an envelope from the ushers.

2) As the Adoration Chapel is under-utilized and is often empty, commencing January 2026, we will be observing the recommended Archdiocesan Day for Adoration which is a Thursday.  In addition, the Chapel will be open every First Friday and First Saturday and also for any group who would want to reserve the Chapel for use.

3) Parishioners are reminded to bring their Bibles to church for blessing this Sunday, January 25th, Sunday of the Word of God, so that you can enthrone your blessed Bible at home. 

4) As part of the Year of Men in the Archdiocese, the parish is pleased to offer the Great Adventure Bible Study, a powerful journey through Sacred Scripture that will help you see the big picture of the Bible and grow in faith and confidence and discipleship.  No prior Bible study experience is required. It is about:

     Understanding the Bible as one unified story

    Growing deeper in your relationship with Christ

     Meaningful discussion with other men

    Practical faith for everyday life

Venue: Cathedral Presbytery Conference Room

Date: Wednesday, 4th February 2026 and continues every Wednesday for 24 weeks

Time: 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.   Registration Fee: $60.00

Register with the ushers or at the Parish Office.  Deadline for registration and payment is Wednesday, January 28th.

5) The Saint Lucia Live-in Community will be celebrating its 32nd Anniversary with a rally on Sunday, February 8th at the St Joseph's Convent from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.  All members are encouraged to attend. 

6) Next Sunday, February 1st is Youth Sunday.  Youth are encouraged to wear youth rally or jubilee shirts to Mas on that day.

7) Please note that the Archdiocesan Liturgical Calendars will be available from Sunday, February 1st.  The cost is only $20 per copy.

8) Young people of Gros Islet Parish, ages of 5 to 35, are encouraged to join the Lights of Freedom Youth Choir.   Please indicate your interest in joining the Youth Choir after the 10:00 a.m. mass or to one of the choir members.  Practice is from 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. on Saturdays.  Let's use our talents to the service of the Lord and each community.

9) Upcoming Celbrations & Events:

* Ordination of Deacon Matthew - The ordination will take place at the Cathedral on Sunday, February 1st, 2026 starting from 4:00 p.m.  We rejoice with Deacon Mattthew as he prepares to serve the faithful. 

* His First Mass will be held at the parish of St Michael's, La Ressource, on Monday, February 2, 2026, starting at 5:00 p.m.  This Mass will be celebrated in honour of the Presentation of the Lord, during which all the religious congregations in the Archdiocese will renew their religious vows. 

Assignment Updates

^ Fr. Bruno Songongye, Assistant Priest - Cathedral Parish

^ Fr.  Babu Kattakayam, RDM, Assistant Priest - St Benedict

^ Fr. Enoch Okpa, Assistant Priest - Vieu Fort/Saltibus

^Fr Jacob Igah, VC (Assist in V/Fort for a few months en route to SVG)

^Fr. Mathew Ngala Fahari, MTP, Assistant - Micoud

^Bro. Daniel Obagwu (Seminarian) - Desruisseaux

^Bro. Moses Emelue (Seminarian) - Gros Islet

^Bro. Collins Chinedu Ogbuehi (Seminarian) - Marchand (Attached to SJC)

^Bro. Johnvianney Chiwetalu, MHTP (Seminarian) - Soufriere

^Bro. Simon Atieme, Pre-Seminary - Cathedral Presbytery

^Bro. Omar Combie, Pre- Seminary - Cathedral Presbytery

Calendar Update

The Archdiocesan Calendar is available.  We encourage all parishes to promote it and invite parishioners to purchase their copies, as it contains all liturgical information, making it a handy guide for the entire year.

Year of Men & Jubilee Year of St Francis of Assisi

Pope Leo XIV has declared January 10, 2026 - January 10, 2027 as a Special Jubilee Year of St Francis on the 8th century of his death.  This jubilee coincides perfectly with the observance of the "Year of men" inthe Archdiocese of Castries.  It serves as a great opportunity to have St Francis, along with St Joseph, as patrons of our men throughout this year.

10) We advise that your offerings and donations to the Parish can be made through BOSL Chequing Account #514 068 026, in the name of "Parish Priest of Gros Islet", Swift Code BOSLLCLC and also via Sure Pay.

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Grande Riviere  02

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Payments can be made in person at the Sure Pay counters or online.  Please contact the Parish Office if you require further information about online payments. 

We appreciate your support.

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