The diocese of Thunder Bay is divided up into 3 distinct areas. Central, West, and East. This covers a vast distance between the Manitoba Border, all the way to Manitouwadge. You can view the parishes in the regions below.
The diocese of Thunder Bay has a range of THANK YOU! We are touched and humbled by the generosity of the many faithful parish members who support the work of the church through the kindness of donations. Your gifts make a difference.
Important Update on Covid-19
Covid-Omicron Update - January 10, 2022
The Ontario Government has implemented new directives due to the Covid-Omicron variant spread. These directives begin on Wednesday January 5 and run for 21 days. These new updates do not change our present status in churches. We are still at 50% capacity (every second pew) with social distancing required.
Family units can sit together. Masks must be worn and hand sanitizing is recommended. Holy Communion is to be distributed in the hand and there is no congregational singing at this time. Parish meetings, if necessary, are limited to 5 persons, and funeral services are maintained following the BAO directives. We recommend that parish offices be ‘closed to the public’ at this time, but this is at the discretion of the pastor. Secretaries and bookkeepers can still be working and social distancing and masking are required. If you are still uncomfortable about attending Mass in person please check for on-line celebrations. You are encouraged to get your vaccination and booster when you can for your safety and the safety of your family and those around you. Let us continue to work together creating a safe environment for our parishioners and their families as we pray for an end to this pandemic.
Sincerely,
Bishop Fred Colli
Adult Faith Office & Four Seasons Gift Shop
Update September 7th, 2021 - We’ve returned to our regular business hours.
Monday – Friday 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
(Closed 12:30 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.)
Four Seasons Shop also open Saturdays 8:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Covid-19 Documents and Information
Reporting Sexual Misconduct:
The Diocese of Thunder Bay and all its employees and volunteers are committed to making our areas a safe environment for minors, the elderly, and any vulnerable people. In response to that commitment, if you feel you wish to make a complaint against a priest, a lay employee or volunteer, please call our Diocesan Assessor, Fr. James Panikulam at 807-475-7489 or our Diocesan Associate Assessor, Sandra Debesys at 807-343-9313. If you have a complaint against a Bishop - please call 1-866-892-3737 or to submit an on-line confidential complaint against a bishop please click here. Thank You.
For more information you can also read the reporting information for Bishops FAQ.
Diocesan News and Media
Latest News and Memos
Monday Memo – January 10th, 2022
This weeks Monday Memo for January 10th, 2022 includes the following items:
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Monday Memo – January 4th, 2022
This weeks Monday Memo for January 4th, 2022 includes the following items:
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A Christmas to Remember – Bishop Colli
‘A Christmas to Remember’ As we make our preparations for the celebration of Christmas the year, our minds and hearts remember how last year, just after Christmas, our province went into the lockdown due to Covid-19.
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Monday Memo – December 20th, 2021
This weeks Monday Memo for December 20th, 2021 includes the following items:
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Monday Memo – December 13th, 2021
This weeks Monday Memo for December 13th, 2021 includes the following items:
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Hannah’s Picks January 2022 – By Hannah Hay
Books for January 2022
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Feast of Christmas (December 24th, 2021) – Celebrate Mass with Bishop Colli
Feast of Christmas The Nativity of the Lord (December 25th, 2021) – Celebrate Mass with Bishop Colli
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Feast of the Immaculate Conception (December 8th, 2021) – Celebrate Mass with Bishop Colli
Feast of the Immaculate Conception (December 8th, 2021) – Celebrate Mass with Bishop Colli
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Advent 2021
Advent the Season of Hope and Expectation. Hope, Peace, Joy and Love.
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Fountain Dedication at St. Joseph’s Hospital – Sisters of St. Joseph of Sault Ste. Marie
Fountain Dedication at St. Joseph’s Hospital – Sisters of St. Joseph of Sault Ste. Marie
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Bishop Fred Joseph Colli is the current bishop of Thunder Bay and area. The Bishop's Office oversees all day to day operations of the Diocese, the Pastoral Centre and local Catholic parishes. This also includes Diocesan Development, the webmaster, and finance offices.
Susan Nistico is the executive secretary and director of personnel to the bishop, she can be reached at bpsec@dotb.ca or by calling the Pastoral Centre.
Daily Mass available from MANY sources
Masses online and on TV, here are a few suggestions:
Internet:
www.dailytvmass.com
www.catholictv.org
www.mass-online.org
Television:
VisionTV (Bell Channel 261, Shaw Direct Channel 394, and Tbaytel Channel 675)
EWTN (Shaw Channels 292, 559. and 285)
Faith TV (Bell Channel 591)
Joy-V (Bell Channel 656)
YesTV (Bell Channel 651)