Our History
About Saint Francis Xavier Parish
St. Francis was born in Pamplona, Spain on April 7, 1506. His family was wealthy and noble. Francis studied at the University of Paris where he was greatly influenced by another student, St. Ignatius of Loyola. Ignatius later founded the Society of Jesus of which Francis became one of the first seven members in 1534. In 1537, the year he was ordained, Francis became the first secretary of the Society of Jesus. Francis began his missionary work in Goa, in southern India, and Ceylon (present day Sri Lanka). Francis Xavier is credited with having converted tens of thousands to Christianity while preaching in this area.
Francis received information from a Japanese exile that encouraged him to introduce Christianity to the Japanese people. He set sail for Japan and arrived in Kagoshima in 1549. There, Francis studied the Japanese language for a year and preached in many of the cities. By 1551, when he left Japan, he had established a vigorous Christian community.
Francis returned to Goa and convinced the authorities there to accept his plan to introduce Christianity to China. No foreigners were allowed in China at that time. Francis again set sail and landed on the island of Shangchwan, near Macan, in August 1552. He died there on December 3rd, after several attempts to reach mainland China. Francis Xavier was only 46. His body was taken back to Goa, where it is enshrined in the Church of the Good Jesus.
St. Francis Xavier is said to have accomplished many miracles. He founded many churches and colleges and wrote many detailed letters describing his work. He was an extremely humble and prayerful man. St. Francis Xavier was a man of remarkable energy and organizational ability. He is one of the greatest missionaries of all times. Canonized in 1622, he is patron of missionaries and many school and parishes are named after him. St. Francis Xavier was declared the Patron of the Orient in 1748, Patron of the Faith in 1904, and Patron of All Missions in 1927. Navigators also honour him as their patron.
Let us thank God for sending us St. Francis Xavier and rejoice with him on his feast day, December 3rd.
Prayer of St. Francis Xavier
Your life was a gift of love, and your missionary work has inspired us on our journey. We greatly rejoice in the gifts that the Lord has blessed us with in this life. We ask through your intercession, that we might also spread the Good News of Jesus and that we might do kind acts of service and charity to others in their need. St. Francis Xavier, we ask you to keep us in your prayers so that we might continue your work for the glory of God. We ask this through Christ Our Lord. Amen.
Mission Statement
We are a large and diverse Catholic faith community, established in Stoney Creek now for many decades, worshiping the Lord with gratitude of heart and striving always to serve Christ in others.
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The Lord’s Day Masses
Saturday : 5:30pm
Sunday : 9:00am*, 11:00am*, & 4:00pm (September – June)
*Children’s Liturgy of the Word at the 9:00am & 11:00am Masses (excluding July and August)
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Weekday Masses
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, & Friday: 8:00am
Wednesday: 8:00am
Saturday: 8:30am -
Sacrament of Reconciliation
Wednesday: suspended
Saturday: 4:00pm – 5:00pm
Our Schools
Catholic Elementary Schools
St. Francis Xavier
St. Martin of Tours
St. Agnes
St. Clare of Assisi
Our Lady of Peace
Catholic Secondary School
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43.2200,-79.7322
St. Francis Xavier Catholic Elementary School
298 Hwy 8
Stoney Creek, ON , L8G 1E6 -
43.2159,-79.7464
St. Martin of Tours Separate School
60 Gray Rd. S.
Stoney Creek, ON , L8G 2X5 -
43.2296,-79.7457
St. Agnes Catholic Elementary School
80 Colcrest St
Hamilton, ON , L8E 3Y8 -
43.2142,-79.7153
St. Clare of Assisi
185 Glenashton Dr
Stoney Creek, ON , L8G 4E7 -
43.2209,-79.7101
Our Lady of Peace Catholic Elementary School
252 Dewitt Rd
Stoney Creek, ON L8E 2R1 -
43.2221,-79.7456
Cardinal Newman Catholic Secondary School
127 Gray Rd
Stoney Creek, ON L8G 3V3
Our Staff
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Pastoral Ministers
Rev. Ross Campbell (Pastor)
Rev. Peter Robinson (Associate Pastor)
Rev. Claude Perera, OMI (Associate Pastor)
Rev. Mr. Brian T. Pieur (Permanent Deacon)
Rev. Mr. Gian Girolami (Permanent Deacon)
Rev. Mr. Carmelo Campanella (Permanent Deacon)
Ms. Wes Moga (Youth Minister) -
Parish Staff
Mrs. Jean Goobie (Bookkeeper)
Mrs. Marian Fontana (Secretary)
Mrs. Leorita Staresina (Secretary)
Mr. Marc Carmel (Caretaker) -
Parish Finance Council
Father Ross Campbell (Pastor)
Mark Kennedy (Chairperson)
Derek Perz (Secretary)
Jean Goobie (Staff Consultant)
Frank Villella
Henry Wegiel -
Parish Pastoral Council
Father Ross Campbell (Pastor)
Matthew Burgio
Carmen Condo
Marian Fontana
Peter Lemmen
Cesina Mariglia (Youth Rep)
Wes Moga (Secretary)
Anthony Salciccioli
Francesca Simone