God in Jesus chooses to be glorified in simplicity, poverty, and helplessness... for an amazing purpose - Feast of the Epiphany of the Lord - Sunday 5:00 p.m. Mass at St. Patrick Basilica, Montreal - January 4th, 2026

In the "New Covenant" made by our Creator God with humanity, as reported in Jeremiah 31:31-34, every human being can know God from within - because the Holy Spirit is revealing our Creator to all who are willing to know the Lord and trust in Him. We can still help each other along the way; so please feel free to share with others these homilies and your own personal faith in God through Jesus Christ. G.S.

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Feast of the Epiphany of the Lord 

Sunday 5:00 p.m. Mass at St. Patrick

January 4th, 2026

First reading: Isaiah 60:1-6 

Responsorial: Psalm 72 "Lord, every nation on earth will adore you!"

Second reading: Ephesians 3:2-3a, 5-6

Alleluia. Alleluia. We observed his star at its rising, and have come to pay homage to the Lord. Alleluia.

Gospel: Matthew 2:1-12 

The Gospel and Homily - PDF File  

For the audio file, please email me. 

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In the "New Covenant" made by our Creator God with humanity, as reported in Jeremiah 31:31-34, every human being can know God from within - because the Holy Spirit is revealing our Creator to all who are willing to know the Lord and trust in Him. We can still help each other along the way; so please feel free to share with others these homilies and your own personal faith in God through Jesus Christ. G.S.

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God provides abundance on the Earth, but people have more or less access. "Lord, grant me eyes to see my neighbour's need and heart to decide to provide for them." Wednesday 12:10 p.m. Mass at St. Patrick Basilica, Montreal - December 4th, 2024

In the "New Covenant" made by our Creator God with humanity, as reported in Jeremiah 31:31-34, every human being can know God from within - because the Holy Spirit is revealing our Creator to all who are willing to know the Lord and trust in Him. We can still help each other along the way; so please feel free to share with others these homilies and your own personal faith in God through Jesus Christ. G.S.

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ADVENT WEEKDAY

Wednesday, December 4th at St. Patrick Basilica

The Homily - PDF file  

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In the "New Covenant" made by our Creator God with humanity, as reported in Jeremiah 31:31-34, every human being can know God from within - because the Holy Spirit is revealing our Creator to all who are willing to know the Lord and trust in Him. We can still help each other along the way; so please feel free to share with others these homilies and your own personal faith in God through Jesus Christ. G.S.

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© 2006-2024 All rights reserved Fr. Gilles Surprenant, Associate Priest of Madonna House Apostolate & Poustinik, Montreal  QC
© 2006-2024 Tous droits réservés Abbé Gilles Surprenant, Prêtre Associé de Madonna House Apostolate & Poustinik, Montréal QC 

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"Lord Jesus... grant us to know You better and love and trust You." Sunday Masses at St. Malachy Parish and St. Patrick Basilica, Montreal - November 3rd & 10th, 2024

In the "New Covenant" made by our Creator God with humanity, as reported in Jeremiah 31:31-34, every human being can know God from within - because the Holy Spirit is revealing our Creator to all who are willing to know the Lord and trust in Him. We can still help each other along the way; so please feel free to share with others these homilies and your own personal faith in God through Jesus Christ. G.S.

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Sunday Evening Mass at St. Patrick

November 10th, 2024

First reading: 1 Kings 17:10-16

Responsorial: Psalm 146 "Praise the Lord, O my soul."

Second reading: Hebrews 9:24-28

Alleluia. Alleluia. Blessed are the poor in spirit; for theirs is the kingdom of heaven! Alleluia.

Gospel: Mark 12:38-44

Audio recording of the Gospel and Homily - MP3 File 

Intro to our Profession of Faith - MP3 File 

Explanation of the "Offering of our SELF" - MP3 FILE 

The meaning of "HOSANNAH!" - MP3 FILE (2023 recording)

The Lord's Prayer & Explanation of Jesus' "GLORY" - MP3 File & Communion

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Sunday Morning Mass at St. Malachy 

November 10th, 2024

First reading: 1 Kings 17:10-16

Responsorial: Psalm 146 "Praise the Lord, O my soul."

Second reading: Hebrews 9:24-28

Alleluia. Alleluia. Blessed are the poor in spirit; for theirs is the kingdom of heaven! Alleluia.

Gospel: Mark 12:38-44

Audio recording of the Gospel and Homily - MP3 File 

The importance and value of silence - MP3 File.... 

Explanation of the "Offering of our SELF" - MP3 FILE 

The meaning of "HOSANNAH!" - MP3 FILE (2023 recording)

The Lord's Prayer & Explanation of Jesus' "GLORY" - MP3 File & Communion

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Sunday Evening Mass at St. Patrick

November 3rd, 2024

First reading: Deuteronomy 6:2-6

Responsorial: Psalm 18 "I love you, O Lord, my strength."

Second reading: Hebrews 7:23-28

Alleluia. Alleluia. Blessed are the poor in spirit; for theirs is the kingdom of heaven! Alleluia.

Gospel: Mark 12:28-34

Audio recording of the Gospel and Homily - MP3 File 

Instruction & explanation of the "Offering of our SELF" - MP3 FILE 

The meaning of "HOSANNAH!" - MP3 FILE (2023 recording)

The Lord's Prayer & Explanation of Jesus' "GLORY" - MP3 File & Communion

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In the "New Covenant" made by our Creator God with humanity, as reported in Jeremiah 31:31-34, every human being can know God from within - because the Holy Spirit is revealing our Creator to all who are willing to know the Lord and trust in Him. We can still help each other along the way; so please feel free to share with others these homilies and your own personal faith in God through Jesus Christ. G.S.

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© 2006-2024 All rights reserved Fr. Gilles Surprenant, Associate Priest of Madonna House Apostolate & Poustinik, Montreal  QC
© 2006-2024 Tous droits réservés Abbé Gilles Surprenant, Prêtre Associé de Madonna House Apostolate & Poustinik, Montréal QC 

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