Jesuits Farewell Mass - Roman Catholic Diocese of Thunder Bay (original) (raw)

It is with much sadness, we would like to inform you that the Jesuits will be concluding their mission in the diocese of Thunder Bay on Sunday, January 5, 2025. The Jesuits had to make such a painful decision due to lack of members.

The Jesuits arrived in the diocese of Thunder Bay in 1893. They served a number of parishes in the diocese. We would like to thank them for their service and commitment to the Church in the Diocese of Thunder Bay. Their mission among the First Nations is really commendable.

We remember their commitment with a sense of gratitude. In a special way, we thank Fr. Gerry McDougall S. J. who rendered his service at St. Anne, Fort William First Nations; Kitchitwa Kateri, Thunder Bay; Our Lady of the Snows, Armstrong and Sacred Heart of Jesus, Gull Bay.

The Jesuits have faithfully sown the seed of faith in the hearts of the People of God. Their service and commitment will be remembered forever. Let us keep them in our prayers so that they may continue to proclaim the good news of salvation wherever the Lord leads them.