St. Thomas à Becket Parish
4320 Ste. Anne, Pierrefonds, Quebec H9H 4Y7Office: 514-626-4111Email:

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  • September 22, 2025
    • This is the last BecketMail weekly e-newsletter prepared by me before I depart the parish next Monday (the first one was on December 15, 2015, shortly after I arrived at Becket). Putting this newsletter together every week has been a privileged part of my ministry here at the parish, providing a means of sharing parish, diocesan and Universal Church news as well as various faith resources, something not possible to do in the short time we have together on Sunday morning. Many thanks to our faithful and dedicated parish webmaster, Maria Purisima, who did the actual emailing to about 1,400 subscribers.

      This coming Sunday at 11:00, I will celebrate my last Sunday Mass at St. Thomas à Becket. Many volunteers have joined together to prepare a beautiful lunch following the Mass. I look forward to greeting you there.
    • Peace for Gaza: Today, September 22, from Rome, 1:30 p.m. our time. Communion and Liberation, together with numerous associations and movements, joins the vigil promoted by the Community of Sant'Egidio in response to Pope Leo's appeal for peace. A gesture led by Cardinal Bassetti, with Cardinal Pizzaballa joining in remotely. Watch it live or later.
    • Who are the Little Sister Disciples of the Lamb? Learn more here.
    • Local resources and other information are available on the diocesan website . Click here to find out how you can support the mission of the Church in Montreal. International Church news can be found here.
    • Watch on TV or online this week: Salt+Light Catholic media and on EWTN Global Catholic Network.
    • Hand sanitizer and masks are offered as people arrive at church, but they are not required. There is no longer separate mask-required seating in church. Those distributing Communion will continue to sanitize their hands.

      Saturdays: 4:30 pm
      Sundays: at 9:00 and 11:00 am (livestreamed)
      Monday to Friday: 8:30 am

      Holy Rosary (Mon, Wed. Thurs.), 9:00 am
      Novena to Our Lady of Perpetual Help (Tuesdays), 9:00 am
      Eucharistic Holy Hour (Fridays), 9:00 - 10:00am (1st Fridays until 3pm).


  • September 16, 2025

  • September 8, 2025
    • Coming this Friday! Our seminarian-intern, Jonathan Baker, will be ordained a deacon by Archbishop Christian Lépine here at St. Thomas à Becket, the last step before priesthood. Join us Friday, September 12, at 7:30 pm for the ordination Mass followed by a reception in the parish hall.
    • Pope Leo XIV turns 70 on Sunday. Find out how you can offer him some prayers.
    • Free webinar with Brandon Vogt of Word on Fire: "Top 5 Reasons People Leave the Church (And How to Bring Them Back)”
    • Be a monk for a day! Every year, the Abbey of St-Benoit-du-Lac in the Eastern Townships reserves a weekend to welcome young men and women (18-30) to experience monastic life. To learn more or to register: roger.barbeweb@gmail.com, 819-500-7715
    • Pope Leo canonized Saints Pier Giorgio Frassati and Carlo Acutis yesterday. But how do people become saints?

  • September 1, 2025
    • The Sisters of Life have launched a new website providing resources and support for women considering an abortion, women seeking healing after having an abortion, and women whose children have an adverse prenatal diagnosis.
    • Pope Leo’s first canonization ceremony of two young saints will take place on Sunday, September 7. Salt+Light Catholic Media is providing coverage of this event and much more this month.
    • The Marriage Course for married couples is offered by our parishioners, John & Nathalie Bondyra, in their home over seven evenings beginning October 14. No group discussions, but quality time discovering the essence of a healthy marriage. To register or for more information, contact the Bondyras at kahndyra@gmail.com. $80/couple. Registration deadline is October 7.
    • Our neighbouring parish, Sainte-Geneviève on Gouin Blvd., is now offering the Sunday evening West Island “Last Chance Mass” for those who can’t make it to their own parish on Sunday morning.

  • August 21, 2025
    • Have you ever thought of joining a Bible study? There are some great ones online you can enjoy from the comfort of your home:
    • Pope Leo XIV will soon name St. John Henry Newman a Doctor of the Church. What does that mean?

  • August 11, 2025

  • July 14, 2025

  • July 7, 2025
    • Update: The new St. Thomas à Becket Running Club will now meet on Saturday mornings at 9:00, for 30-45 minutes. Walkers, joggers, and runners of all levels are welcome. Meet at the church parking lot for exercise, community, and brief devotions. Let’s honour God with our bodies and build Christ-centred friendships! Questions? Mark Pilotin has answers at mpilotin@outlook.com
    • Life-Giving Wounds is a Catholic, peer-led ministry to young adult and adult children of separation and divorce that provides unique programs and means for Christ to transform life-draining wounds into life-giving resources of faith, hope, love, and joy for themselves, their relationships, and the Church.
    • 16 Fun Facts about Pope Leo XIV. And find out how to spot a fake online pope.

  • June 30, 2025
    • Join the new St. Thomas à Becket Running Club. Walkers, joggers, and runners of all levels are welcome for weekly runs every Saturday morning at 8:30, beginning this week, July 5. Meet at the church parking lot for exercise, community, and brief devotions. Let’s honour God with our bodies and build Christ-centred friendships! Questions? Mark Pilotin has answers at mpilotin@outlook.com
    • Are you a Catholic single looking for a Catholic spouse? Here is one way.
    • Beautiful diocesan Corpus Christi video.
    • Learn more about Sts. Peter and Paul, whose feast day we celebrated yesterday.

  • June 23, 2025
    • Friday, June 27 (Solemnity of the Sacred Heart of Jesus), is the World Day of Prayer for the Sanctification of Priests. This day is dedicated to praying for the holiness and spiritual well-being of priests.

      A Prayer for Our Priests
      Gracious and loving God, we thank you for the gift of our priests.
      Through them, we experience your presence in the sacraments.
      Help our priests to be strong in their vocation.
      Set their souls on fire with love for your people.
      Grant them the wisdom, understanding, and strength they need to follow in the footsteps of Jesus.
      Inspire them with the vision of your Kingdom.
      Give them the words they need to spread the Gospel.
      Allow them to experience joy in their ministry.
      Help them to become instruments of your divine grace.
      We ask this through Jesus Christ, who lives and reigns as our Eternal Priest. Amen.

    • See this delightful documentary by Vatican Media about Pope Leo during his years of missionary work in Peru.
    • The Sunday afternoon bilingual Mass at Our Lady of Peace Church (Jesus Light of the World Parish) has been discontinued. Our neighbouring church, Ste-Geneviève, will take over on July 6 and 13 at 6:00 pm and then regularly from September 7. If you are returning from the cottage or have another reason why you cannot attend Mass at Becket on Saturday afternoon or Sunday morning, this provides a convenient alternative to travelling to St. Joseph’s Oratory or elsewhere downtown.

  • June 16, 2025

  • June 9, 2025
    • You won’t want to miss the annual bilingual Corpus Christi Mass & procession downtown, Thursday, June 19. Our chartered bus leaves at 6:00 p.m. and returns around 10:30. Join us and hundreds of others as we bring Jesus to the streets of Montreal in a candlelight procession with the Archbishop. To reserve your place on the chartered bus, sign up in church or contact Bernie at (438) 518-8795 or bratneiya@yahoo.com
    • Learn more about Jubilee 2025 events and resources in Montreal.
    • What’s new at the Diocesan Centre for Marriage, Life and Family? (scroll down for English)

  • June 2, 2025
    • Parish news: I announced at the Sunday Masses that I have decided to retire from the parish at the end of September after ten intense and wonderful years. I will continue to serve the Church in Montreal by helping out here and there, without the burden of administration, and with the time and energy to pursue other projects. I will be succeeded here by Fr. Fred Kirouac, currently pastor of St. Veronica’s in Dorval, and known to some at Becket from his time here as a seminarian and young priest in the 1990s. He brings a wealth of experience with him.
    • Did you know that you can light a candle at St. Joseph’s Oratory from home?

  • May 26, 2025
    • Mortal or venial sins: Is there really a difference? Dominican Father Dominic Legge explains. Father Larry Richards (who preached our 2020 mission just before COVID hit) tells us how to deal with all those old sins that keep tormenting us.
    • A nice shot of some members of our Men’s Group praying a decade of the Rosary (in the rain) last Saturday morning. Contact me if you would like to join the group of about 15 men, ages twenties to seventies, which meets weekly, 7:30–9:00, for prayer, breakfast, video and discussion.
    • The Catholic Women’s League is organizing a unique retreat on June 7.
    • Life is a gift from God. Make a difference by joining the Quebec City March for Life on Saturday, May 31. A chartered bus leaves from St.Thomas a Becket parish at 8 am and returns around 7 pm, $60. Contact Bernie, ‭(438) 518-8795‬ or bratneiya@yahoo.com.

  • May 19, 2025

  • May 12, 2025
    • Montreal’s Archbishop Christian Lépine was providentially in Rome this week with a group of pilgrims for the Jubilee Year, and has written a message on the election of Pope Leo.
    • Here is the Holy Father's first appearance and blessing (with subtitles).
    • Click here for the latest news and background on Pope Leo.
    • This one is not exactly Pope Leo, but a fascinating documentary on the Swiss Guards.
    • Coming this Friday: Teen Night @ 6:00 p.m. with pizza, games, and a time of prayer (ages 12-17). No registration required; however, parents must accompany their teen into the parish hall, sign them in and sign them out when they come to pick them up.

  • May 5, 2025
    • Watch a beautiful short video on the origins of the conclave.
    • “Shining Hope, Transforming Lives”. Find out how you can participate in supporting the many good works of the Catholic Church in Montreal.

  • April 28, 2025
    • A message from the diocese to the Filipino community of Montreal.
    • Bishop Barron has written a very candid, informed and balanced overview of the pontificate of Pope Francis.
    • Now what? Fr. Mike Schmitz explains why we have a pope and the steps to the election of the next pope. And here’s everything else you ever wanted to know about what’s going on in Rome right now (but don’t expect accuracy from the movie "Conclave").
    • What is a Jubilee Year indulgence, and how can I get one?

  • April 21, 2025

    • Pope Francis
      December 17, 1936 - April 21, 2025

      O God, faithful rewarder of souls,
      grant that your departed servant Pope Francis,
      whom you made successor of Peter and shepherd of your Church,
      may happily enjoy for ever in your presence in heaven
      the mysteries of your grace and compassion,
      which he faithfully ministered on earth.
      Through our Lord, Jesus Christ, your Son,
      who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit,
      God for ever and ever. Amen.

      Eternal rest grant unto Francis, O Lord.
      And let perpetual light shine upon him.
      May his soul, and the souls of all the faithful departed,
      through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen

      Dear friends,
      During this time of mourning for the Holy Father, we are also aware of the joy of the Resurrection we celebrated yesterday and will be celebrating for the coming weeks of the Easter season. (And find out why you can eat meat this Easter Friday.)

      Fr. Dass, HGN, Seminarian Jonathan, our Pastoral Team, and the Parish Wardens join me in wishing you a blessed Easter.

    • Response to Pope Francis’ death from the Diocese, including information on a requiem Mass to be celebrated by Archbishop Lépine on Tuesday at 5:00 pm.
    • Extensive and accurate coverage of the upcoming papal funeral and eventual conclave to elect the next pope, with good commentary, will be found on Canada’s Salt+Light Catholic media and American EWTN , Global Catholic Network, whether online or on television.
    • Men: Use the 50 days of the Easter season to embrace your mission, share in the new life of the Resurrection and build new habits of uncommon freedom.

  • April 14, 2025

  • April 7, 2025
    • Thinking of going to confession in the coming weeks? Check out this lighthearted but helpful Confession 101.

  • March 31, 2025
    • If you missed last week's excellent parish mission, you can watch it here, well worth your time. Included is Fr. Anthony's homily at St. Luke’s (begin at 33 minutes), similar to the one he gave at Becket on Saturday).
    • The new season of The Chosen can help us prepare for Holy Week. Read about it and see the trailer.
    • Wedding season is coming up. Are there some weddings a faithful Catholic should not attend? Here’s some guidance.
    • “Abound in Hope” on May 30 - June 1: An important conference for healthcare workers and anyone else interested.

  • March 24, 2025

  • March 17, 2025
    • Are you a Catholic single mother? Check out the great Momentum programs.
    • The true story of Lent and the Filet-O-Fish.

  • March 10, 2025

  • March 3, 2025

  • February 24, 2025

  • February 17, 2025
    • Nunc Coepi is a 7-day online devotional course designed to help you begin again in your spiritual life, now and in the future. For about $1 a day, you will receive a 4-6 minute video each day.
    • Because of the recent postal strike, you can make charitable donations for the 2024 calendar year until February 28.
    • There is an official hymn for the Jubilee Year. And find out how you can receive a Plenary Indulgence during the year.

  • February 10, 2025
    • “Why and how to pray”: great video by Bishop Robert Barron.
    • Take a moment to participate in the “national conversation” about the ever-expanding euthanasia push in Canada. Silence is interpreted as approval.
    • Learn more about the Jubilee Year in this brief video and also this one.
    • Congratulations to our Marriage Jubilee couples who celebrated their anniversaries (from 10 to 60 years) this past weekend at the 4:30 Mass, followed by dinner. Thank you to everyone who helped make it special.

  • February 3, 2025
    • We hear a lot lately about IVF for couples experiencing fertility issues. What does the Chuch teach about this controversial procedure?
    • If you donated $600 or more to the parish lighting campaign, then this is for you.
    • “Morning Offering" is a great podcast to begin your day, under 5 or 10 minutes.

  • January 27, 2025
    • Check out Hallow’s Daily Devotionals for women, men, young adults, those grieving the loss of a loved one, and more.
    • Some good tips for reading the Bible.
    • Filipinos around the world this month celebrated the feast of Santo Niño, national symbol for over 500 years of the faith in the Philippines, the third most Catholic country by population.
    • Pope Francis encouraged the Catholics of Gaza via WhatsApp.

  • January 20, 2025
    • Today, January 20: Exodus 90 begins, the number one Catholic Men’s app.
    • Ongoing: Retreats at nearby Villa Saint Martin.
    • The Making of a Cardinal: Nine-minute video on Cardinal Francis Leo.

  • January 13, 2025

  • January 6, 2025
    • You might have heard about the Jubilee Year that has just begun. Find out what it’s all about. We will begin to say the Jubilee Prayer at the end of Mass starting Sunday.
    • Fr. Dass is arriving tomorrow from India! I asked him to write a few words about himself: "I am Fr. Dass Lazar. I was ordained in the year 2004 on 29th December. I was in Vancouver from 2009 to 2019. I am a happy priest. I love nature and gardening and am so glad to serve in the Archdiocese of Montreal. I wish you all a happy New Year 2025 and hope to see you all soon. God bless."
    • Why are people buying so many Bibles?


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