St. Francis De Sales Parish
Ajax ON
L1T 4X1
Who we are
Mission Statement
Our Mission at St. Francis de Sales is to joyfully welcome you to our parish family of faith, trusting that:
If you are seeking Christ, you will find Him here
If you are grieving, you will receive comfort
If discouraged, you will rejoice in hope
If alone, you will find companionship and Christian love
If troubled in spirit, you will receive the blessing of peace without being judged
May our parish be a sanctuary of peace for you as we journey together to the Father's house.
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Our Mission at St. Francis de Sales is to joyfully welcome you to our parish family of faith, trusting that:
If you are seeking Christ, you will find Him here
If you are grieving, you will receive comfort
If discouraged, you will rejoice in hope
If alone, you will find companionship and Christian love
If troubled in spirit, you will receive the blessing of peace without being judged
May our parish be a sanctuary of peace for you as we journey together to the Father's house.
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Leadership
Leader Name:
Rev. Joseph Singh Â
Leader Position:
Pastor Â
Phone:
Fax:
(905) 683-2301 Â
Leader Email:
Click here to contact Rev. Joseph Singh Â
Other Church Leaders:
Rev. Derek Ali, Associate Pastor
Deacon Alban Soares, Deacon Assistant Â
Deacon Alban Soares, Deacon Assistant Â
Administration
Admin Name:
Vanessa Lowing Â
Admin Position:
Parish Office Administrator Â
Phone:
Fax:
(905) 683-2301 Â
Admin Email:
Click here to contact Vanessa Lowing Â
St. Francis De Sales Parish Mass Times
Mass Schedule
Monday - Thursday: 9:00 a.m.
Friday: 7:00 p.m.
Saturday: 9:00 a.m., 5:00 p.m.
Sunday: 8:30 a.m., 10:15 a.m., 12:00noon & 7:00 p.m.
Weekday Private Prayer
Monday - Friday: 9:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
The Sacrament of Reconciliation (Confession)
Friday: 6:00 p.m. - 6:45 p.m.
Saturday: 4:00 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.
Other times are available by appointment. Please call 905-683-1403 ext. 104 or ext. 105.
2024 Holy Week Schedule
Holy Thursday Mass
Thursday 28 March
7:30 p.m.
Good Friday Service
Friday 29 March
11:00 a.m.
1:00 p.m.
3:00 p.m.
Easter Vigil Mass
Saturday 30 March
8:30 p.m.
Easter Sunday Mass
Sunday 31 March
8:30 a.m.
10:15 a.m.
12:00 p.m.
St. Francis De Sales Parish mass times last updated on the 30th of March, 2024
Monday - Thursday: 9:00 a.m.
Friday: 7:00 p.m.
Saturday: 9:00 a.m., 5:00 p.m.
Sunday: 8:30 a.m., 10:15 a.m., 12:00noon & 7:00 p.m.
Weekday Private Prayer
Monday - Friday: 9:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
The Sacrament of Reconciliation (Confession)
Friday: 6:00 p.m. - 6:45 p.m.
Saturday: 4:00 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.
Other times are available by appointment. Please call 905-683-1403 ext. 104 or ext. 105.
2024 Holy Week Schedule
Holy Thursday Mass
Thursday 28 March
7:30 p.m.
Good Friday Service
Friday 29 March
11:00 a.m.
1:00 p.m.
3:00 p.m.
Easter Vigil Mass
Saturday 30 March
8:30 p.m.
Easter Sunday Mass
Sunday 31 March
8:30 a.m.
10:15 a.m.
12:00 p.m.
St. Francis De Sales Parish mass times last updated on the 30th of March, 2024
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Parish Office Hours:
Monday – Friday: 9:30a.m. to 5:00p.m.
Saturday: By appointment
Sunday: Closed Â
Monday – Friday: 9:30a.m. to 5:00p.m.
Saturday: By appointment
Sunday: Closed Â
St. Francis De Sales Parish History
St. Francis de Sales Parish was established in 1860. It was originally named St. Wilfrid's, but the name was changed upon the opening of the new church in 1871. It was reduced to a Mission Parish of the local churches in 1914 and was resurrected as a full-fledged parish with a resident pastor in 1942.
In 1997, upon the retirement of Fr. Bolger, who served the parish for 17 years, the longest serving pastor of the Parish, plans began for the construction of a new church.
As the community mustered the finances and devised the plans, they celebrated Mass in the gymnasium at St. Patrick's School. On Sunday, July 30, 2006, they worshipped for the last time at St. Patrick's and celebrated the dedication of the new Church that same afternoon. On Sunday, July 30, 2006, the new St. Francis de Sales Parish was dedicated by Cardinal Aloysius Ambrozic, Archbishop of Toronto.
From the humble origins as a country parish, St. Francis de Sales has grown to include 6 elementary schools, one high school, thousands of families, and many ministries that indicate that the Parish is alive and thriving.
In 1996, as the Parish celebrated the 125th Anniversary of the old Church, Bishop Knight began the year long festivities by reflecting on the diverse mix of our Parish and pronounced it as a stellar expression of the Universal Catholic Church, present in each and every one of our celebrations.
We certainly are a blest community of faith, unique and privileged as a Church in Ajax. As we celebrate more than 150 years as a Parish, may we continue to flourish and grow as the living presence of God's kingdom, so all who worship with us may know that Christ dwells here.
"Perfection of life is the perfection of love. For love is the life of the soul."
St. Francis de Sales
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In 1997, upon the retirement of Fr. Bolger, who served the parish for 17 years, the longest serving pastor of the Parish, plans began for the construction of a new church.
As the community mustered the finances and devised the plans, they celebrated Mass in the gymnasium at St. Patrick's School. On Sunday, July 30, 2006, they worshipped for the last time at St. Patrick's and celebrated the dedication of the new Church that same afternoon. On Sunday, July 30, 2006, the new St. Francis de Sales Parish was dedicated by Cardinal Aloysius Ambrozic, Archbishop of Toronto.
In 1996, as the Parish celebrated the 125th Anniversary of the old Church, Bishop Knight began the year long festivities by reflecting on the diverse mix of our Parish and pronounced it as a stellar expression of the Universal Catholic Church, present in each and every one of our celebrations.
We certainly are a blest community of faith, unique and privileged as a Church in Ajax. As we celebrate more than 150 years as a Parish, may we continue to flourish and grow as the living presence of God's kingdom, so all who worship with us may know that Christ dwells here.
"Perfection of life is the perfection of love. For love is the life of the soul."
St. Francis de Sales
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submit yourself to Him
The will of God for your life is simply that you submit yourself to Him each day and say, "Father, Your will for today is mine. Your pleasure for today is mine. Your work for today is mine. I trust You to be God. You lead me today and I will follow."
St. Francis De Sales Parish listing was last updated on the 30th of March, 2024
