About Our Parish
A vibrant spiritual home for the Polish Catholic community
A Warm Welcome to St. Anthony of Padua
Praised be Jesus Christ — now and forever! We extend a heartfelt welcome to St. Anthony of Padua Parish in Oakville. Whether you are a long-time member of our community, a recent arrival to the area, or simply searching for a spiritual home, we are truly blessed to have you here.
Our Identity and Mission
St. Anthony of Padua is a Roman Catholic parish in the Diocese of Hamilton, serving as a vibrant spiritual center for our local Polish community and for all who wish to worship with us. As a personal ethnic parish, we celebrate our rich Polish Catholic heritage while remaining open to all who seek to deepen their faith and grow closer to Christ. Our mission is simple yet profound: to provide a welcoming space where the faithful can encounter God through the beauty and reverence of liturgical worship, the sacraments, and communal prayer. We are committed to preserving the traditions of the Polish Catholic Church while adapting to the needs of our modern parish family.
A Place of Prayer and Devotion
At the heart of our parish is the daily celebration of the Holy Mass in Polish — a sacred tradition that anchors our spiritual life. Our beautiful church serves as a sanctuary where we gather to worship God, receive the sacraments, and experience the transformative power of grace.
Beyond the Mass, our parish is enriched by profound Marian devotion. We hold a special reverence for Our Lady of Częstochowa, the Queen of Poland, and each day we pray the Holy Rosary together for the well-being of our country and the intentions of our community. Whether through novenas, perpetual devotions, adoration of the Blessed Sacrament, or the celebration of First Fridays and First Saturdays, our parish life is woven with prayer. We also honor our patron saints — particularly St. Anthony of Padua, St. Andrzej Bobola, and St. Padre Pio — drawing inspiration from their example of faith and service.
Our Community
What makes St. Anthony's special is our people. We are a close-knit Polish Catholic community that has grown and flourished over the decades. Our parish is a place where families gather not only for worship but for spiritual growth, celebration, and mutual support. From Baptisms and First Holy Communions to Weddings and daily spiritual formation, we journey together through all the seasons of life.
Our community extends beyond Sunday Mass. Active lay groups — including the St. Padre Pio Prayer Group, Living Rosary circles, and numerous devotional societies — provide opportunities for deeper spiritual engagement and friendship. We celebrate the liturgical calendar with traditional Polish observances, and our parish events strengthen the bonds of our faith community.
Language and Accessibility
While nearly all our religious services are celebrated in Polish, we recognize that our parish family speaks many languages and comes from varied backgrounds. Our Parish Office is available in both Polish and English to assist with pastoral needs, sacramental preparations, and parish administrative matters. We welcome your questions and encourage you to reach out — we are here to serve you.
Join Us on This Journey
If you are new to Oakville or seeking a parish community, we invite you to become part of our St. Anthony's family. We ask that you register as a parishioner so that we can better serve your spiritual needs and keep you informed of parish events and opportunities. Whether you attend Mass regularly or wish to participate in our devotions and community gatherings, you will find a warm welcome here.
Our church doors are always open — not just for Sunday worship, but for daily prayer, quiet reflection, and the celebration of all the sacraments. We look forward to walking with you on your journey of faith.
A Final Word from Our Pastor
Under the pastoral leadership of Rev. Piotr Machnacki SAC and the Pallottine Fathers, we continue to build upon the rich spiritual legacy left by those who came before us. As we move forward, our commitment remains unwavering: to serve God faithfully, to support one another in faith, and to welcome all who seek to worship in our parish.