Iris "Frere Andre"
Hybridizer by M. Elaine Bessette, R., 1996
Blossoming: late May, early June







A Message from the Rector 
Winter 2012 click here 


Masses in Spanish
Todos los primeros domingos del mes, se celebrará una misa en
español en la cripta, a las 3 P.M.
Todos son bienvenidos.

On the first Sunday of each month, a mass in Spanish will be held in the crypt at 3 PM. Welcome to all! click here


Renovation of the Beckerath Organ in the Basilica
Renovation work on the Beckerath organ in Saint Joseph's Oratory basilica began August 29, 2011 and will continue until May/June 2012. The Sunday organ concerts remain at 3:30 p.m., but using the Rogers organ, located in the sanctuary area of the basilica. Thus, music lovers can still come and listen to the recitals offered by noted organists.


The reliquary of Saint Brother's André 
Saint Brother André's reliquary in your parish.
Information, click here

 


 

The Rector's Group

 


The Rector's Group :
A Network of Exceptionnal Benefactors
Saint Joseph’s Oratory created The Rector’s Group to recognize in a special way the donors who contribute $ 1,000 or more annually.
 
It is comprised of four groups :
 
  • The Builders form the Bronze Group:
    with annual gifts of $ 1,000 to $ 2,499;
  • The Counsellors form the Silver Group:
    with annual gifts of $ 2,500 to $ 4,999;
  • The Vice-Governors form the Gold Group:
    with annual gifts of $ 5,000 to $ 9,999;
  • The Governors form the Platinum Group:
    with annual gifts of $ 10,000 or more.

 
The Privileges of Being a Member of the Rector’s Group
In addition to enjoying the privileges accorded to the Grand Associates, the members of the Rector’s Group are also invited to celebrate the Feast of Saint Joseph the Worker on May 1st.
 
On this occasion, the Rector of Saint Joseph’s Oratory personally receives and greets all the members of the Rector’s Group. A certificate of appreciation is also given to each member.
 
Every year all members receive a copy of the Rector’s Group Directory which lists the names of the benefactors that have agreed to the publication of their name.




Information
Sylvie Lefebvre, secretary
Telephone: 514 733-8211, ext. 2721
Email: associes@osj.qc.ca