Kochchikade St. Anthony of Padua Feast in Ottawa-Gatineau June 13th ,2026

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06/09/2026

📣 Special St. Anthony Novena Invitation – Tonight at 7:00 PM

Dear Brothers and Sisters,

As part of our 9-Day Spiritual Preparation Novena for the Feast of St. Anthony, we warmly invite you and your family to join us in prayer this evening.

Today is a particularly special day. Thanks to Rev. Fr. Joe Selvanayagam, we are honored to welcome Rev. Fr. Mario Conte, a Franciscan priest from Padua, Italy, who will offer a special spiritual reflection during today's prayer service.

Fr. Mario has also brought with him a First-Class Relic of St. Anthony – a relic of the Saint's flesh. This is a rare and profound blessing for our community. During his reflection, Fr. Mario will share more about the relic, its significance, and his ministry in Padua, the home of St. Anthony.

His reflection will take place immediately after the Rosary and just before the Novena prayers, providing us with a unique opportunity to hear from a priest serving in the city where St. Anthony lived and is buried.

🙏 Today's Program (7:00 PM)
• Holy Rosary
• Special Reflection by Rev. Fr. Mario Conte (Padua, Italy)
• Presentation and Reflection on the First-Class Relic of St. Anthony
• St. Anthony Novena Prayers

We encourage everyone to gather with friends and family and join us online.

Zoom Link:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85312841311?pwd=y9TQ2BURAC0mVKIY05OHNl7m8ZsGPp.1

Novena Schedule

June 4 (Thursday) – Fr. Neomal / Christie
June 5 (Friday) – Fr. Neomal / Rohan, Nalini & Family
June 6 (Saturday) – Fr. Neomal / Bruno
June 7 (Sunday) – Fr. John Orban / Hansi & Ranil
June 8 (Monday) – Fr. John Orban / Nadeesha
June 9 (Tuesday) – Fr. Mario (with St. Anthony Relic) / Knights of Columbus
June 10 (Wednesday) – Fr. Esleen / Nilushi
June 11 (Thursday) – Fr. Joe / Assis
June 12 (Friday) – Fr. Cryton / Dinya & Shenal

Please invite your family and friends to join this special evening of prayer and reflection.

St. Anthony, Pray for Us!

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06/03/2026

🙏 Feast of St. Anthony of Padua – June 13, 2026 🙏

All are warmly invited to join us as we celebrate the Feast of St. Anthony in the Kochchikade tradition.

📍 June 13th In Person: St. Mark's Catholic Church, Gatineau

💻 June 4–12 Novena via Zoom: June 4–12, 7:00–8:00 PM
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85312841311?pwd=y9TQ2BURAC0mVKIY05OHNl7m8ZsGPp.1

If you are unable to attend in person, we invite you to join us online through Zoom (June 4-12) and keep the feast in your prayers. If you happen to be in the area, we would be delighted to welcome you to celebrate with us.

Following the Mass and procession, please stay for fellowship and a community meal. Whether or not you are able to bring a dish to share, there will be plenty of food for everyone—your presence is what matters most.

All are welcome! ❤️

03/06/2026

Hi All,

We warmly invite you to take part in the cherished cultural and spiritual tradition of the Feast of St. Anthony of Padua as well as its preparatory novenas. This feast is celebrated with deep devotion in the Sri Lankan Catholic community along with many other communities in Canada and all over the world.

Inspired by the historic celebrations at St. Anthony’s Shrine in Kochchikade, Sri Lanka, where veneration has continued since 1835. Our local observance carries this powerful legacy forward with faith, unity, and gratitude since 2016.

We have had the pleasure of celebrating this meaningful event at St. Mark’s Catholic Church in Aylmer for the past 4 years. Together, we honor the life and miracles of St. Anthony, continuing a tradition that connects generations across continents.

We invite you and your loved ones to come celebrate with us — in prayer, reflection, and community.

Novena Dates (Zoom based): June 4–12, 2026 from 7-8pm daily
Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85312841311?pwd=y9TQ2BURAC0mVKIY05OHNl7m8ZsGPp.1

Feast Day: June 13, 2026:
Join us for the Feast of St. Anthony celebrated in the style of Kochchikade, Sri Lanka.

Flag Hoisting Ceremony (Kodigaha):
The ceremonial raising of the flag signals the beginning of the festivities on the day of the feast right before the Holy Mass. The flag raising symbolises our prayers and intentions are being raised up and holds a key part of the celebration.

Holy Mass:
A solemn mass brings the faithful together in prayer and devotion as part of the feast day.

Traditional Procession (Surole):
This vibrant procession reflects the faith and togetherness of our community right after the Holy Mass.

Community Potluck:
The celebration concludes with a shared meal featuring delicious Sri Lankan and Canadian dishes right after the Traditional Procession. All are welcome!

More information: Please visit our website www.StAnthonyFeast.ca

Established in 2016, this annual event has become a beloved tradition, faithfully echoing the spirit of the Kochchikade Shrine celebration in Sri Lanka.

You’re Invited:
Participate in our daily novenas from June 4-12 conducted via zoom and join us for the Feast of St. Anthony on June 13, 2026 at 9:30 AM
📍 St. Mark’s Catholic Church, 160 Rue Principale, Gatineau

Come celebrate faith, culture, and community—Kochchikade style!

Call 613-700-4849 or email [email protected] for more information. Call 613-700-4849 or email [email protected] for more information.

12/22/2025

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06/18/2025

A Heartfelt Thank You

To everyone who generously shared their time, resources, support, and prayers for the 2025 St. Anthony of Padua celebration—held in the cherished tradition of Kochchikade—we extend our deepest gratitude.

Here are some beautiful memories from this blessed event.

Mark your calendars! Next year’s celebration is scheduled for June 13, 2026.

Thank you once again, and may St. Anthony continue to intercede for us all.