On Sunday, Feb. 26, 2023 our community gathered to witness something truly special: a joyous Rite of Election that welcomed 170 catechumens into St Mary's Cathedral as members of the Elect! This event marked the culmination of their profound spiritual journey and preparation for receiving Initiation Sacraments at Easter Vigil.
>>> Read more and see all photos
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In sharing His infinite love, we become a bright light in this dark world and bring glory to His name through our actions. Our dedication to service and love will surely inspire others to do the same. Your generous donation will go a long way in helping us continue our ministries and making a positive difference in the world.
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"Truly I tell you, just as you did it to one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did it to me."
~ Matthew 25:31-46 | Today's Gospel
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Lenten Mission with the Seeds in Chestermere
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Mon - Wed, Feb 27 to Mar 1 at 7 pm, St. Gabriel's Parish, Chestermere | A guided prayer & relfection with Seeds of the Word Community, to prepare and heal our souls and hearts for Easter.
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Spiritual Equipment for Lent with Fr. Julian
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Fri, Mar 3 at 6:30 pm, St. Mary's Cathedral | "Enhancing Our Lenten Journey" series at the Cathedral on Fridays of Lent. Click for full schedule and list of speakers.
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Retraite du Carême
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Samedi 4 mars, 14h30 à 16 h 45, Sainte-Famille, Calgary | Joignez-vous à Mgr Pierre Goudreault, auteur de "Quand Jésus pose son regard sur moi", pour pour une retraite et une réflexion de Carême gratuites.
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First Friday Mass
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Fri, Mar 3 at Noon - Our Lady of the Assumption Church, Calgary | First Friday Mass with Fr. Matthew Emmelkamp and St. John Choir Schola in devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus.
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World Day Prayer
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Fri, Mar 3, at 9 am to 11 am St. Michael's Parish, Calgary | A morning of prayer, reflection and worship to mark the World Day of Prayer. Mass at 9 am, followed by Adoration and Prayer Service at 11 am.
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Retrouvaille - Help Our Marriage Retreat
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Weekend of Mar 3-5, Calgary | Retrouvaille is a program designed to help couples reconnect, learn to communicate better, and to start the healing work of rebuilding their relationship.
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Gift of Hope Retreat for the unemployed
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Mar 3-4 at the FCJ Centre, Calgary | Loss of employment can be trying to our souls and our emotional balance. Find a sense of hope and renewal in this complementary retreat with the FCJ Sisters.
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Lenten Mission, with Phil Fontaine
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Tue. Mar 7 at 7 pm, St. Mary's, Cochrane | Phil Fontaine, Former National Chief of the Assembly of First Nations in Canada will share his experience of Pope Francis' visit to Canada.
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First Profession of Vows of two male and two female novices who have been in formation for the Seeds of the Word, as well as the incorporation of a new missionary member to religious formation. March 19 at 7 pm, St. Mary's Cathedral.
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Lenten Day-Away - Advocate for the Poor
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Wed, Mar 8, at 9 am to 3 pm, Mount St. Francis, Cochrane | You are invited for a Lenten Day-Away with theme "Advocate for the Poor". Mass, prayer time, talks, and lunch.
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Fill our Hearts with your love - Twilight Retreat
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Wed, Mar 8, 6 pm, Mount St. Francis, Cochrane | Join Mount St. Francis for a special twilight retreat - an evening of dinner, Lenten talks, and prayer time. Let God's love fill our hearts!
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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
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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
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Lenten Mission in Taber
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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.
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What do you have in store for me Lord?
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Sat, Mar. 18 at 9 am, St. Mary's Cathedral | Come hear how God called Fr. Joseph Mary, a Dominican friar with the Vietnamese Dominican Vicariate of Alberta, and learn how he continues to see how much God has in store for him.
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Jesus: Face of Mercy - Lenten Mission
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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.
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Lenten Day at Divine Mercy Centre
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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.
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This vlog offers practical tips on how to declutter properly to prevent unnecessary regrets. These tips may be helpful for the season of Lent when we take stock of what we own but do not actually need.
>>> Watch video now Lent may be a good time to let go of these things and allow others who may need them to have them… free of charge or sold at a very good price as an act of service.
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Consider this…
“a time to seek, and a time to lose; a time to keep, and a time to throw away;” Ecclesiastes 3:6
There is freedom in giving to others what we no longer need if they are still usable. It’s an act that blesses others!
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