Saturday, September 11th Anniversary Mass at 5:00 pm to be Live Streamed

We are pleased to advise that our 10 year Anniversary Mass on Saturday, September 11 will be Live Streamed for all to see. Simply go to St. Joseph’s website at www.stjosephfergus.org and click on “Watch Live Stream”.

St. Joseph Church 10 Year Anniversary – Wine & Cheese Reception CANCELLED

On Saturday, September 11th we will celebrate the 10 year Anniversary of the opening of the new St. Joseph Church in Fergus at the 5:00pm Mass. Both Fr. Ian Duffy and Fr. Ken will offer Mass on this very special day!

Unfortunately in reviewing the various protocols required by the Diocese of Hamilton, Wellington Dufferin Guelph Public Health and the strict screening protocols now in place for events held in our hall, the decision has been made to cancel this portion of the celebration. We thank everyone who expressed some concern about the safety of holding such an event. We hope to reschedule this portion of the celebration sometime in the future.

Update on Fr. Ken and Cancellation of Weekday Masses

Anyone who attended Mass on Saturday, August 28th was likely very pleased to see Fr. Ken back (judging by attendance). During his homily, Fr. Ken disclosed to the parish that his ankle injury was caused by a fall. The reason for the fall was a cardiac condition called atrial fibrillation which can cause dizziness and even fainting. It became clear during Mass that Fr. Ken was not feeling his best and did not distribute communion. He was pale and later advised that he was feeling dizzy and weak. A short time after Mass, Fr. Ken was taken to Groves Memorial where we understanding he was advised that he had had a heart attack. He has been sent to St. Mary’s Hospital in Kitchener for treatment (possible pacemaker) and we are waiting for more information. I have been advised that he was feeling better and in good spirits. We would like to ask for your prayers for Fr. Ken at this time and I will keep everyone advised of his progress.

Cancellation of Weekday Masses – Although weekday Masses were scheduled for this week, they obviously need to be cancelled. We will advise the Parish when they are to resume.