On this day 10 years ago, the college of Cardinals elected Jose Mario Cardinal Bergoglio, then Archbishop of Buenos Aires in Argentina, as the 265th successor to St. Peter.
Join millions of Catholics around the world in praying for the Holy Father today.
In 2023, the liturgical feast of St. Joseph is transferred to Monday, March 20. Click here for prayers, litanies, and devotions to St. Joseph, patron of the Church in Canada.
St. Joseph, Guardian of the Redeemer, pray for us.
"Jesus came to Nazareth and spoke to the people in the synagogue: And he said, 'Truly I tell you, no prophet is accepted in the prophet’s hometown.'"
Mar 14-15 from 6:30 pm, St. Augustine's Church, Taber | Join speaker Peter Thompson and listen to his talk "Unbound - Five keys to setting us free." Prayer ministry will be offered for those seeking greater freedom and victory in their lives.
Zoom | Tuesday, March 14, 2023 at 1 PM | How do you make evangelization central in the parish? In this webinar, learn practical ways you can make the case for evangelization and communicate why it matters.
Thursday, March 16 | An evening of food for the soul, mind and body featuring Fr. Raymond De Souza with conversation and questions from Dr. Sinda Vanderpool, President of St. Mary’s University. Register now
Fri-Sat, March 17-18 | Calling all men! Join the Men's weekend of formation with speakers: Fr. Raymond De Souza & Deacon Harold Burke-Sivers on "Memento Mori: Remember your death and live for heaven". Register now
Sun-Tue, Mar 19-21, 6 pm at St. Gerard's, Calgary | An opportunity for a deeper, intimate, and powerful relationship with Jesus: Face of Mercy, led by Sisters of Divine Mercy, Sr. Katrina and Sr. Gabrielle.
Sat, Mar 25 at 10:30 am to 3:30 pm | Wherever you are on your faith journey, the Lenten Day with the Divine Mercy Sisters will help unravel your true purpose and become the best version of yourself in Christ.
Sun, March 19 at 7 PM | You are invited to attend the First Profession of Vows of two male and two female novices, as well as the incorporation of a new missionary member. This celebration with Bishop McGrattan will take place at St Mary's Cathedral.
The Diocese of Calgary will celebrate the Chrism Mass on Monday, April 3 at 7 pm, at St. Mary’s Cathedral. During this Mass, the priests, deacons, and all the faithful gather around Bishop McGrattan, who blesses the Holy Oils for use in the coming year. All are welcome.
It’s not the lack of intention… perhaps it’s the lack of motivation. Take a 5-minute break and watch this video by Catholic speaker Ken Yasinski. What he offers may help you to evaluate where you are in life and where you need to be.
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Find listing of Lenten missions/retreats in the Diocese, daily lenten reflections, Stations of the Cross, activities during Lent for individuals, children, or family.
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.
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.
Find listing of Lenten missions/retreats in the Diocese, daily lenten reflections, Stations of the Cross, activities during Lent for individuals, children, or family.
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.
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.