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| With politics on the horizon, faith takes centre stage; relive two unforgettable diocesan celebrations. |
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Today's Readings & Reflection
And he said, ‘Truly I tell you, no prophet is accepted in the prophet’s home town.' ~from Luke 4:24 | Read today's Readings & Reflection
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On Mar 17, the world premiere of the orchestral Litany of Saint Joseph brought tears, awe, and a powerful witness of faith to Calgary. Step into this unforgettable Jubilee Year moment. Read more & view photos
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Why was this year's Solemnity of St. Joseph unlike any other? Read about the special Mass, the Apostolic Nuncio's presence, and the Apostolic blessing imparted by Bishop McGrattan. Read more & view photos
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| Sunday, April 26, 2025 |
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Solidarity Sunday
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A message from Bishop McGrattan:
On Solidarity Sunday, April 6, 2025, I invite you to give a donation to the 2025 Share Lent Campaign, Turn Debt into Hope.
Join people around the world as they Turn Debt into Hope by focusing on the devastating effects of this cycle of debt on our sisters and brothers in the Global South...
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Blooms & Blossoms Charity Dinner for Elizabeth House
Sat, May 24, 2025, 6–9:30 pm at Calgary Italian Cultural Centre
An evening of elegance, fine dining, live music, and a silent auction—all in support of Elizabeth House. Your attendance helps fund critical renovations, including an additional bedroom to expand housing for young mothers in need.
Thanks to Rogers Birdies for Kids presented by AltaLink, all ticket sales and auction donations will be matched up to 50%, with 100% of proceeds benefiting Elizabeth House!
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Join us in fostering a culture where every calling—priesthood, consecrated life, marriage, and lay vocations—is nurtured and celebrated! Save the date for Vocations Rally 2025: Pentecost Sunday, June 8, 2025. More info & Registration
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40 Hours Devotion for Vocations
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- St. Vincent Liem, Calgary - Fri, Mar 28 at 7 pm to Sun, Mar 30 at 11 am
- St. Joseph's, Calgary - Thu, Apr 3 at 6 am to Fri, Apr 4 at 10 pm
- St. Patrick's, Medicine Hat - Thu, Apr 3 at 4:30 pm to Sat, Apr 5 at 8:30 am
- St. Anthony's, Calgary - Fri, Apr 4 at 3 pm to Sun, Apr 6 at 7 am (Chapel)
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| Career Opportunities |
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Career opportunities within Calgary's Catholic community and beyond:
For detailed job descriptions and application process, visit our Careers page
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Fri, Mar 28, from 3:30 pm at St. Mary’s Cathedral | Join for Adoration, Confessions, Stations of the Cross, and Mass, followed by a Passion Play and reflection talk presented by St. Anne’s Chaldean Catholic Youth Group. More
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Apr 3-27 at St. Patrick’s Church, Calgary | Explore the history and significance of the Shroud of Turin through an exhibit and conference. Speakers include Fr. Andrew Dalton, LC, and Donna Cori Gibson (Apr 25-27). More
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Lenten Healing Retreat
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Mar 25-27 at St. Michael's, Calgary | A transformative retreat featuring Holy Mass, talks, Eucharistic Adoration, and a healing service. More
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Anton Yavny Art Tour
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Fri, Mar 29, 1-2 pm at Assumption Ukrainian Church, Calgary | Guided tour by iconographer Anton Yavny. More
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Lenten Retreat with Br. Sajith Joseph
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Wed, Apr 2, 4–9 pm at Holy Spirit, Calgary | A Lenten retreat with Br. Sajith Joseph of Grace Community Global. More
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Annual L'Arche Run
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Sat, Apr 5, 8:30 am at Confluence Plaza, Calgary | Fundraiser supporting L’Arche Calgary. Race options: 1km, 3km, 5km, 10km, and half marathon. More
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Mon-Wed, Apr 7-9 at 7 pm at St. Joseph’s Parish, Calgary | Join Fr. Julian Studden for a Lenten Mission exploring The Psalms as a Way of Prayer. More
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Sun, Apr 13, 7:30 pm at St. Anthony’s, Calgary | Experience the ancient Holy Week tradition of Tenebrae, featuring the choirs of St. John Choir Schola. More
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- Tue, Mar 25 - Growing through Adversity - FCJ Centre
- Tue, Mar 25 - Lenten Healing Retreat - St. Michael's, Calgary
- Mar 25 - Solemnity of The Annunciation of the Lord
- Wed, Mar 26 - Tour of Holy House of Our Lady & St. John School - St. John the Evangelist
- Mar 28-30 - 40 Hours Devotion for Vocations, St. Vincent Liem, Calgary
- Fri, Mar 28 - Swing Dance & Social, St. John the Evangelist, Calgary
- NEW! Fri, Mar 28 - Passion Play & Lenten Reflection Day - St. Mary's Cathedral
- Sat, Mar 29 - Sacred Grace - Church Wedding for Civilly Married Couples Info Session - Holy Family, Medicine Hat
- Sat, Mar 29 - SFXC Young Couples Formation "Marriage & the Cross" - St. Mary's Cathedral
- Thu, Apr 3 - Lenten Mission "I Thirst" with Michael Chiasson, Access 52 - Ascension, Calgary
- Apr 1-2 - 40 Hours Devotion for Vocations, St. Joseph's, Calgary
- Apr 3- 27 - Shroud Exhibition & Conference - St. Patrick's, Calgary
- Fri, Apr 4 - Taize Lenten Prayer - Canadian Martyrs, Calgary
- Fri, Apr 4 - Apostoli Viae Gospel Encounter - St. John the Evangelist, Calgary
- Apr 4-6 - 40 Hours Devotion for Vocations, St. Anthony's, Calgary
- Sat, Apr 5 - Lenten Retreat with Divine Mercy Sisters, Our Lady of Assumption, Calgary
- Sat, April 5 - Run for L’Arche - St. Patrick's Island, Calgary
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- Apr 7-9 - Lenten Mission: The Psalms as a Way of Prayer - with Fr. Julian Studden, St. Joseph's Parish, Calgary
- Thu, Apr 10 - Financial Stewardship: Marriage Enrichment Workshop, Catholic Pastoral Centre, Calgary
- Sun, Apr 13 - Tenebrae with St. John Choir Schola, St Anthony's Parish, Calgary
- Mon, Apr 14 - Chrism Mass - St. Mary's Cathedral
- Apr 13 - Palm Sunday
- NEW! Apr 13-19 - Holy Week - Youth Holy Week Mission - St. James', Okotoks
- Apr 16 - Holy Week at the Mount - Mount St. Francis, Cochrane
- Apr 17 - Holy Thursday
- NEW! Apr 17 - 19 - Young Adult Holy Week Missions - Clear Water Academy, Calgary
- Apr 18 - Good Friday & Outdoor Way of the Cross (Downtown Calgary)
- Apr 19 - Holy Saturday
- Apr 20 - Easter Sunday
- Tue, Apr 25 - Voices in Hope with St. Michael's Choir School in Toronto and St. John Choir Schola in Calgary - Knox United Church, Calgary
- Apr 26 - Immerse Youth Nights for Grades 6-8 - St. Michael's, Calgary
- Apr 28 - The Re-emergence of Wisdom - with Fr. Tim Boyle - St. Martha's, Lethbridge or Livestream
- Jubilee of Hope events in the Diocese of Calgary
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ANOINTING OF THE SICK
If you have been admitted to any of the following hospitals in Calgary and would like the Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick, you may contact your parish priest or call the Diocese of Calgary Call Centre at 403-231-9505.
Alberta Children Hospital; Foothills Hospital; Peter Lougheed Hospital; Rockyview General Hospital; South Health Campus
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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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| Get the latest updates |
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Visit www.catholicyyc.ca
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| NEWS |
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Check out the latest Diocesan Sunday Updates or Announcements
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| EVENTS |
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Calendar of events in the Diocese of Calgary and beyond
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| CAREERS |
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Job opportunities in the Diocese and other Catholic organizations
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| JUBILEE YEAR OF HOPE |
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The Jubilee Year begins on Dec 24, 2024, with the opening of the Holy Door in Rome. In our Diocese, we will mark this sacred time with an Opening Mass at the Cathedral on Sun, Dec 29, 2024 (Feast of the Holy Family) and conclude on Jan 6, 2026 (Solemnity of Epiphany).
Pope Francis has dedicated this Jubilee to “Pilgrims of Hope.” Rooted in baptism, we are nourished by Christ, guided by the Spirit, and called to journey in hope—trusting in God’s grace and longing for eternal life.
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| SUNDAY OFFERING |
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You can donate directly to your parish by clicking on the donate button below.
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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.
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 the calendar of Saints remembered by the Church. This page features 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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