At Easter we as Christians renew our baptismal promises. It is a reminder each year that it is through the life-giving death and resurrection of Jesus Christ that we are baptized and united with Him. Easter takes us beyond the Cross and the shadow of suffering, sorrow and disappointment to reveal the joy and hope that comes in knowing the Risen Lord. This experience of Christ transformed the first disciples. They came to know that His love is for every human person and that the fullness of eternal life is found in Him alone. This is the promise and hope that Easter brings into our lives!
Easter can also be a time to reflect on our life in Christ. To see if our lives of faith in fact express the love that our Lord offers to those who live in the shadow of the Cross. It is a love that restores dignity to those who have been exiled from their homes, transforming strangers into neighbours, and calling us to respond with justice, compassion, and care to those who are suffering and who are vulnerable due to the circumstances of their lives. That Easter faith that allowed the disciples to not simply see the tragedy of Jesus death but also through that very experience to know the power of His resurrection. It became for them a renewed experience of forgiveness and reconciliation and that they had new life in the risen Christ.
Easter calls us to renew the witness of our faith through the living testimony of our lives. It calls us to move beyond the tomb of human emptiness by sharing with conviction the good news of the Resurrection. We are called to courageously follow Jesus Christ, the Risen One, and to boldly proclaim that out of the darkness of human suffering comes the promise of new life. This Easter, in renewing our baptismal profession of faith may we authentically live that faith in serving our brothers and sisters in ways that will bring them hope and joy in Christ.
As the Risen Lord stood among his first disciples in the upper room, he said, “Peace be to you” and this greeting restored their faith. In our current world and culture, we must continue to believe in faith that the Lord Jesus stands in our midst and says,
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“Peace I leave with you, my peace I give to you: not as the world gives, do I give to you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid” (John 14:27).
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This Easter let this become our heartfelt petition for many of our brothers and sisters who continue to experience the ongoing tragedy of war and violence.
+William T. McGrattan Bishop of Calgary
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Nearly a thousand people gathered for the solemn Outdoor Way of the Cross at St. Mary's University. Deep gratitude to all volunteers who made this possible this year! Read/Watch Calgary Herald | CTV | View photos
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Join the Vocations Rally!
Our Church is facing a crisis of vocations - for both priesthood and religious life. Together, how can we strengthen the future of the Church?
The entire Diocese of Calgary is invited to our Diocesan Vocations Rally, co-hosted by the Benedict XVI Institute of Newman Theological College. It will be an afternoon of information and fellowship to learn about “Meet Our New Priests,” the brand-new study on the state of priestly vocations in Canada by Dr. Ryan Topping, a keynote talk by Vocations Director Fr. Cristino Bouvette and Fr. Santiago Torres, a talk on “discernment” from the Seeds of the Word religious community, a message from Bishop McGrattan, and a vocations panel featuring religious sisters and priests from all across our Diocese.
Come learn how to build a culture of vocation, whether you are discerning a religious vocation or not. Through the grace of God, the future of the Church depends on us all.
Bring as many people from your parish as you can. Lunch is on us. All are welcome!
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Sat, April 27, 2024 |
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Beach Carnival Dodgeball Tournament with Elizabeth House
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Elizaberth House invites you to a Beach Dodgeball Tournament at The Beach YYC (3030, 2600 Portland St SE Calgary)! You can bring friends and family and come spend an afternoon in the sand, or grab a team of 5 or 10 and join the dodgeball tournament on Sat, April 27, from 2:30 pm to 5 pm. Friends vs. friends, class vs. teachers, parents vs. kids, let's have some fun for a good cause! All proceeds will go towards purchasing a new van for the Elizabeth House.
Register at elizabethhousecalgary/carnival
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- Apr 2, 9, 23, 30 | CCCB webinar series - A Great Symphony of Prayer: The Our Father as a Programme of Life - Zoom
- Apr 5-7 | 40 Hours Devotion for Vocations - St. Anthony, Calgary
- Sat, Apr 6 | CCMA Breakfast with the Bishop - Heritage Park
- Sat, Apr 6 - 14th Annual Run for L'Arche, Calgary
- Apr 6-7 | 40 Hours Devotion for Vocations - Holy Spirit, Calgary
- Sun, Apr 7 | Let's Get Egg-stra EGG-cited! - FCJ Centre
- Sun, Apr 7 | Divine Mercy Sunday - Divine Mercy Centre
- Sun, Apr 7 | Divine Mercy - Reconciliation & Holy Hour at St. Michael's, Calgary
- Wed, Apr 10 - The Emmaus Road Reimagine - FCJ Centre
- Apr 12-13 | 40 Hours Devotion for Vocations - St. Martha's Parish, Lethbridge
- Fri, Apr 12 | "Alive" - Mass & Healing Service - St. Luke's, Calgary
- Fri, Apr 12 | ABLAZE Youth Ministry - Formation with Fr. Troy for Gr. 9-12 - St. Bonaventure, Calgary
- Sat, Apr 13 | "Come & See Conference" - St. Thomas More, Calgary
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- Sat, Apr 13 | Couples Retreat with the Seeds of the Word - St. Luke's, Calgary
- Sat, Apr 13 | Sacrament Fair - sacrament celebration gifts for your loved ones - Holy Name, Calgary
- Sat, Apr 13 | For Men: Life Compass Workshop - St. Anthony's, Calgary
- Apr 13-14 | Sacrament Fair - Holy Name, Calgary
- Mon, Apr 15 | "Flourishing.. not just maintaining the Faith" with Fr. Tim Boyle - St. Martha's, Lethbridge or livestream
- Fri, Apr 19 | ABLAZE Youth Ministry - Impact Nights for Gr. 7-12 - St. Michael's, Calgary
- Apr 20 & May 4 | Pastoral Care Training - CPC, Calgary
- Sun, Apr 21 | Vocations Rally - St. Michael's, Calgary
- Fri, Apr 26 | ABLAZE Youth Ministry - FacetoFace Ministries for Gr. 9-12 - St. Bonaventure's, Calgary
- Sat, Apr 27 | Beach Carnival Dodgeball Tournament for Elizabeth House - The Beach YYC
- NEW! May 3-4 | Women's Conference: Worthy and Made New - with Beloved Daughters - St. Michael's, Calgary
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Adoration Hours in the Diocese
Venite Adoremus! Let us worship Him in in the Blessed Sacrament. Check out the list of Adoration Hours in parishes across the Diocese | See schedule
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PASTORAL RENEWAL |
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You are called. You matter. You belong.
These simple yet profound words capture the essence of our Pastoral Renewal. Jesus personally calls each one of us to follow Him and to remain by His side, for He deeply loves us.
And it is not merely a call; it is a profound affirmation that we truly matter. Every aspect of our lives - our dreams, our struggles, our joys - carries immense significance, for we are integral parts of God’s divine plan. Each one of us, in our uniqueness, contributes to the beauty and unfolding of God’s gift of salvation in the world.
In this pilgrim journey of faith, let us be reminded that we belong to the Body of Christ, a community of disciples united in the one mission, and bound together by the love of our Lord.
We invite you to join our diocesan Church and begin a journey of renewal together!
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SAINTS SPOTLIGHT |
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Find calendar of Saints remembered by the Church. This page feature the stories of the great witnesses of Christian life through the centuries, lighting our way on our journey of faith.
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POPE'S PRAYER INTENTION |
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Each year, the Holy Father asks for our prayers for a specific intention each month. You are invited to answer the Holy Father's request and to join with many people worldwide in praying for this intention each month. From time to time, the Holy Father may add a second prayer intention related to current events or urgent needs, like disaster relief. The second prayer request will help mobilize prayer and action related to the urgent situation.
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