Parish Life

Feasts and ordinary days, kept together.

Events

What is coming up across our four parishes. Everything here is open to everyone — parishioner, visitor, or simply curious.

June 2026

21 Sunday

St. James

Knights of Columbus Pancake Breakfast

Join the Knights of Columbus St. James Council 4949 for a hearty pancake breakfast after Sunday morning Mass. Everyone welcome — all proceeds go to support charitable organizations.

7:00–11:00 AM · Parish Centre (St. James School gym)

23 Tuesday

Our Lady of the Valley

Burgers with Brothers

All men are welcome to this free evening sponsored by the Knights of Columbus St. Teresa Council 12202. Grab a burger, pick a drink, share a story, and build community. RSVP to Grand Knight James Lockwood at jameslockwood@hotmail.com.

6:00–7:00 PM · Narthex, Our Lady of the Valley

July 2026

7–11 July 7 – July 11

Our Lady of the Valley

Vacation Bible School

Marvelous Mystery: The Mass Comes Alive! Kids ages 4–11 are invited on an unforgettable five-day adventure to uncover the treasure of the Mass and grow in their love for Jesus in the Eucharist. $35 per child, cash on the first day. Spots are limited — register early.

9:00 AM – 12:00 PM daily · Our Lady of the Valley, Coldstream

16 Thursday

St. James

Holy Hour for Vocations

The Knights of Columbus St. James Council 4949 sponsor a holy hour of prayer for the needs of our diocese and for vocations to the priesthood, religious life, and permanent diaconate. Everybody is most welcome.

7:00 PM · St. James Catholic Church, Vernon

August 2026

3 Monday

St. Benedict's

Parish Photo Sessions — St. Benedict's

All parishioners and families are warmly invited to have their photo taken for the new parish album — a meaningful snapshot of our community today. Sign-up sheets will be available; please reserve your spot early.

4:00–8:30 PM · St. Benedict's Church, Ntsla'ko

5 Wednesday

St. James

Parish Photo Sessions — St. James

All parishioners and families are warmly invited to have their photo taken for the new parish album — a meaningful snapshot of our community today. Sign-up sheets will be available; please reserve your spot early.

2:00–8:00 PM · St. James Catholic Church, Vernon

17 Monday

Our Lady of the Valley

Parish Photo Sessions — Our Lady of the Valley

All parishioners and families are warmly invited to have their photo taken for the new parish album — a meaningful snapshot of our community today. Sign-up sheets will be available; please reserve your spot early.

2:00–8:00 PM · Our Lady of the Valley, Coldstream

22 Saturday

St. James

St. James Saloon

An evening of music, dancing, food, and fun — all in support of St. James School. Round up your friends and family and join us.

6:00 PM · Parish Centre (St. James School gym)

Week by week

Some gatherings keep their own steady rhythm. No sign-up needed — come when you can.

Catholic Book Club

Alternate Wednesday mornings

We read and discuss books that help us learn more about the Catholic faith and grow in personal holiness — currently 'He Leadeth Me' by Fr. Walter Ciszek. Each meeting's chapters are listed in the bulletin. Join any time, to talk or just to listen. Call Jan at 250-309-4123 for details.

9:00–10:00 AM · Monsignor Miles Hall, St. James · next on June 17

Fill the Valley

Every first Thursday of the month

An uplifting evening of music, prayer, and community. We adore the Real Presence of our Lord in the Blessed Sacrament with praise and worship — come as you are, admission is free, and we would love for you to lift your voice with ours.

6:00–7:00 PM · Our Lady of the Valley, Coldstream · next on July 2

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