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Updates & photos from Sacred Heart's Church in Strathmore, Vows within the Seeds community, and Bishop's Pastoral Visit at St. Gerard's, Calgary |
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"Jesus asks you to welcome him in the daily reality in which you live; in the Church of today, as it is; in those who are close to you every day; in the reality of those in need, in the problems of your family, in your parents, in your children, in grandparents, welcoming God there. He is there, inviting us to purify ourselves in the river of willingness and in many healthy baths of humility." ~Pope Francis | Luke 4:24-30 ~ Gospel of the Day & Reflection
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Updates from the Diocesan Renewal Leadership Team (DRLT)
Renewal resources and guides were shared with Parish Renewal Teams on Thursday, February 29th. The team members are now organizing their first meetings and will soon be busy preparing their own Parish Renewal gathering in their community. Let us continue to pray for our Parish Renewal Team members, may their path of discernment be guided by the Holy Spirit for the renewal of their community.
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Bishop McGrattan visits St. Gerard's Parish in Calgary |
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Stepping into St. Gerard's in Calgary alongside Bishop McGrattan for a Parish Pastoral Visit, Deacon Dale Laing saw an intimate view of a community excited by their Parish Renewal, and united by their faith and the joy of service. Read now
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Sunday, March 3, 2024 at 4 pm | St. Mary's Cathedral |
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Celebration of vows within the Seeds of the Words Community |
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A sacred celebration of vows took place within the Seeds of the Word Community on Sunday, March 3, 2024 in St. Mary's Cathedral. The Mass was celebrated by Bishop McGrattan, and concelebrated by Archbishop Alberto Taveira (Archbishop of Belém in Brazil, and guaranteeing Bishop of the Seeds of the Word Community) and other priests in the diocese. Sister Mary Sarah, the community's superior, was also present.
This celebration witnessed Christopher Kokot, now Brother John Paul, professing his first vow, while Brother Paul Andrew and Sister Clarisse took their temporary vows. Read more below, and view photos from the celebration.
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Visit our Diocesan Lenten Resources at catholicyyc.ca/Lent to find a listing of Lenten missions/retreats in parishes throughout the Diocese, daily Lenten reflections, Stations of the Cross, and lenten activities and inspiration for individuals, children, and families.
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In movie theatres starting Mar 7 | Mother Cabrini in a mission to bring God's love and mercy to the marginalized. Tickets
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Fri, Mar 8 at 7 pm to 8:30 pm - FCJ Centre, Calgary | Join us in praying the Stations of the Cross, reflecting on Christ's passion and the daily struggles of the countless victims of human trafficking. This event aims to foster discussion and awareness about the realities faced by trafficked individuals. More info
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Tue, Mar 12 from 6:30 pm to 8 pm - St. Paul's Church, Airdrie | All are welcome to a Lenten Retreat with Friar Michael Perras. The evening retreat will include a reflection, moments of quiet, music, sharing, and a closing spiritual. More info
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Fri, Mar 15 from 6 pm - St. Mark's, Calgary | All are invited to attend a Lenten Retreat with Fr. Jerome Moras, OCD. Stations of the Cross at 6 pm, followed by Healing Mass, talk, and Adoration. More info
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Tue, Mar 19 at 7 pm - St. Joseph's Church, Calgary | All are invited to celebrate the Solemnity of St. Joseph's Mass with Bishop McGrattan, and celebrate 400 years of St. Joseph as Patron of Canada. Refreshments will follow at the Parish Hall. More info
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Tue, Mar 19 at 7 pm - St. Bonaventure, Calgary | A blessed copy of the beautiful icon of St Joseph, fashioned after the original icon housed at St Joseph's Oratory in Montreal, will be on display at St Bonaventure church for this special evening service. More info
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- Mar 3-5 | Lenten Mission "The Saints' Guide to Happiness: Practical Lessons from the Spiritual Masters" - St. Gerard's Church
- Mon, Mar 4 - 25 | Follow the light of Christ anew - Zoom
- Tue, Mar 5 | Taize Lenten Prayer Service - St. Luke's Church, Calgary
- Tue, Mar 5 | Lenten Twilight Retreat - Tree of Life - Mt. St. Francis, Cochrane
- Wed, Mar 6 | Lenten Day Away Retreat - Mt. St. Francis, Cochrane
- NEW! Fri, Mar 7 onward | "Cabrini" movie playing in the cinema
- Fri, Mar 8 | Way of the Cross: Liliana's Story: A reflection on the Trafficking of Human Person - FCJ Centre
- Fri, Mar 8 | Clear Water Academy Open House
- Mar 8-10 | 40 Hours Devotion for Vocations at St. Luke's Calgary
- NEW! Sat, Mar 9 | ABLAZE Youth Ministry - St. Bonaventure, Calgary
- Sun, Mar 10 | Knights Breakfast Sunday - St. Mary's Brooks
- Mon, Mar 11 & 25 | Lenten Evening Reflection - FCJ Retreat
- Tue, Mar 12 | Lenten Retreat - St. Paul's, Airdrie
- Mar 13-14 | 40 Hours Devotion for Vocations at St. Bonaventure's, Calgary
- Sat, Mar 16 | Priestly Vocations Night - St. Luke's, Calgary
- NEW! Sat, Mar 16 | ABLAZE Youth Ministry - St. Michael's, Calgary
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- Sun, Mar 17 | Vespers and the Study of the Life of St. Francis - St. Luke, Calgary
- Mon, Mar 18 | Mother Maria of Russia, on uniting the Cross and the Sword - "Enlarge the Tent" series with Fr. Tim Boyle - St. Martha's, Lethbridge or via livestream
- Tue, Mar 19 | Solemnity of St. Joseph Mass with Bishop McGrattan - St. Joseph's, Calgary
- Tue, Mar 19 | Pilgrim Icon Prayer Service in honour of St. Joseph - St. Bonaventure, Calgary
- Mar 19-20 | 40 Hour Devotion for Vocations at Mary, Mother of the Redeemer, Calgary
- Thu, Mar 21 | Walking with Women in the New Testament: Women in the Letters of St. Paul - FCJ Centre
- Mar 22-23 | God Squad Men's Conference - Ascension, Calgary
- Mar 22-24 | Live-In Retreat - St. John Paul II Collegiate School, Okotoks
- Mar 24-30 | Holy Week Mission for Youth Gr. 7-12 - St. James', Okotoks.
- Sun, Mar 24 | Palm Sunday - Holy Week Begins - Mass Finder
- Mon, Mar 25 | Chrism Mass - St. Mary's Cathedral, Calgary
- Thu, Mar 28 | Holy Thursday - Parish Triduum Schedule
- Fri, Mar 29 | Good Friday - Parish Triduum Schedule
- Sat, Mar 30 | Easter Vigil - Parish Triduum Schedule
- Sun, Mar 31 | Easter Sunday - Parish Easter Schedule
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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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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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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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