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| Pray for our Bishops; Charity status at risk; Robert Munsch & Dementia |
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Today's Readings & Reflection
No one after lighting a lamp hides it under a jar, or puts it under a bed, but puts it on a lampstand, so that those who enter may see the light. For nothing is hidden that will not be disclosed, nor is anything secret that will not become known and come to light. Then pay attention to how you listen; for to those who have, more will be given; and from those who do not have, even what they seem to have will be taken away.’
~Luke 8:16-18 | Read today's Readings & Reflection
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Read the CCCB’s full letter and learn why charitable status for religious organizations matters, not just for parishes, but for schools, food banks, shelters, and countless ministries that serve the wider community. Read now
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A new Cardus report, In Contrast to Carter, reveals that 10 years after MAiD was legalized, Canadians with disabilities are disproportionately affected, often citing lack of support, loneliness, and feeling like a burden. More
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Amanda Achtman, a Calgarian pro-life advocate, reflects on Robert Munsch’s struggle with dementia and Parkinson’s, urging us to love the elderly unconditionally and uphold their dignity in frailty. Read now
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| Saturday, Sep. 27, 2025 |
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FIAT Retreat for Young Women (16+)
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“Here am I, the servant of the Lord; let it be with me according to your word.” (Lk 1:38)
The FIAT Retreat is an invitation for young women (16+) to echo Mary’s “yes” by taking time to pray and discern God’s call. Mass, Adoration, guided talks, and personal conversations with the Sisters of Calgary. More
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COMING UP
- Fri-Sun, Oct 3-5 - Is Religious Life for You?
Come for a pesonalized weekend live-in to experience how it is to live, pray, and work with the Sisters of Providence in Edmonton or Calgary. Open to single women between 22 and 40 years of age who are seriously exploring Religious Life in an active/apostolic community. More
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Career opportunities within Calgary's Catholic community and beyond:
For detailed job descriptions and the application process, visit our Careers page
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Tuesday, Sep. 30 at 5 pm Mass at St. Mary's Cathedral. All are welcome! More info
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Sat, Sep 27 at 5 pm at St. Mary's Cathedral - Mass with the Bishop on World Day of Migrants & Refugees. Reception to follow at the Parish Hall. All are welcome! More
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Fri, Oct 3 evening to Sat, Oct 4 at 3:30 pm - A conference for all liturgical ministers, offered at no cost, inviting you to a renewal in ministry. Register by Sep 24 at catholicyyc.ca/worshipconference
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Fri, Oct 3 to Sun, Oct 5 at Holy Spirit Parish – Exhibit of Eucharistic Miracles of the world designed by the newly canonized St. Carlo Acutis. All are welcome. Check daily schedule and more info
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Fri & Sat, Oct 17-18, 2025, at St. Mary’s University, Calgary - How should Catholics respond to AI? Hear from theologians, ethicists, and tech experts on faith, ethics, and human dignity. Register at catholicyyc.ca/aisymposium
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Sat, Oct 18 at 7 pm - St. Mary's Cathedral. A musical journey through one of the Church’s most beloved devotions. Free will offering.
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- Tue, Sep 23 - Spiritual Direction: What it is and how it helps - FCJ Centre, Calgary
- Wed, Sep 24 - Finding Christ Within - A 12 weeks Ignatian directed/individual retreat - FCJ Centre, Calgary
- Fri, Sep 26 - Feast of St. Jean de Brebeuf and St. Isaac Jogues
- Fri, Sep 26 - Friday Night Vigil Eucharistic Adoration - St. Luke's, Calgary
- Sep 26 - 28 - Untangling the Weight of Grief Retreat - St. Martha Retreat Centre, Lethbridge
- Sat, Sep 27 - Savour the Word - FCJ Centre, Calgary
- Sat, Sep 27 - Fiat Retreat for Young Women (16+) - St. Luke's Parish, Calgary
- Sat, Sep 27 - From Symptoms to Solutions - St. Albert the Great, Calgary
- Sat, Sep 27 - Souped Up Swing Dance - St. Stephen Protomartyr, Calgary
- Sat & Sun, Sep 27-28 - Bazaar "Junk & Treasure Sale" - Our Lady Queen of Peace, Calgary
- Sat, Sep 27 - Mass for the World Day of Migrants & Refugees with Bishop McGrattan at 5 pm - St. Mary's Cathedral
- NEW! Sun, Sep 28 - St. Vincent de Paul Annual Fundraising Dinner & 50/50 Raffle - Ascension Parish, Calgary
- Sun, Sep 28 - World Day of Migrants & Refugees
- Mon, Sep 29 - Feast of St. Michael, St. Gabriel, and St Raphael, Archangels
- Mon, Sep 29 - Evening in the Amazon: What has the Amazon to do with us - FCJ Centre, Calgary
- Mon, Sep 29-Dec 22 - Remember: Suicide Loss & Grief - 12-week Online Program
- NEW! Tue, Sep 30 at 5 pm - Mass on National Day of Truth & Reconciliation - St. Mary's, Cathedral
- Tue, Sep 30 at Noon - La práctica y necesidad de la oración mental // The Practice and Necessity of Mental Prayer - Free Webinar
- Wed-Fri, Oct 1-3 - Raising Hope Conference for the 10th Anniversary of Laudato Si - Online
- Thu, Oct 2 - ALIES - LIFE HOUSE Silent Auction Fundraiser - First Evangelical Free Church, Calgary
- Oct 3 - 5 - Exhibit of Eucharistic Miracles of the World - Holy Spirit, Calgary
- Fri, Oct 3 - Is Religious Life for You? - Sisters of Providence, Calgary
- Fri, Oct 3 - Apostali Viae Gospel Encounter - St. John the Evangelist, Calgary
- Fri, Oct 3 - Friday Night Vigil Eucharistic Adoration - St. Luke's, Calgary
- Fri, Oct 3 - She Sings: An Evening of Song and Testimony for Women - Cardel Theatre, Calgary
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- Fri-Sat, Oct 3-4 - Diocesan Worship Conference for Liturgical Ministry Leaders - St. Mary's Cathedral & St. Mary's High School, Calgary
- Fri-Sun, Oct 3-5 - Is Religious Life for You - Sisters of Providence, Calgary
- Sat, Oct 4 - 2025 Mayoral Forum - Knox United Church, Calgary
- Sat, Oct 4 - Memorial of St. Francis of Assisi - Diocesan Renewal Year III
- NEW! Mon, Oct 6, Join Cam Côté for Pro-Life Conversation Skills Workshop, St. Albert the Great, Calgary
- Tue, Oct 7 - Memorial of Our Lady of the Rosary
- NEW! Wed, Oct 8, Raising Hope Conference Post Conversation - FCJ Centre, Calgary
- Thu, Oct 9 - Catholic Grandparents Group - St. Albert the Great, Calgary
- Sat, Oct 12 - Nigerian Thanksgiving Mass - Ascension, Calgary
- Sunday, Oct 13 - Thanksgiving Day
- NEW! Sunday, Oct 13 - Rosary Coast to Coast - Zoom
- Wed, Oct 16 - World Food Day
- Fri-Sat, Oct 17-18 - Diocesan AI Symposium - St. Mary's University, Calgary
- NEW! Sat, Oct 18 - Beginning Iconography - Swinton's Art Studio & SAGA
- Sat, Oct 18 - White Mass for health care workers - St. Mary's Cathedral, Calgary
- NEW! Sat, Oct 18 - The Holy Rosary in Concert - St. Mary's Cathedral, Calgary
- NEW! Sat, Oct 18 - Prayer Breakfast with speaker Amanda Achtman - St. Bonaventure, Calgary
- Sat, Oct 18 & Sun Oct 19 - Catholic Education Sunday
- Sat, Oct 18 & 25 - Pastoral Care Ministry Training - St. Peter's, Calgary
- Sun, Oct 19 - World Mission Sunday
- Sun, Oct 19 - Secular Franciscan Order Fraternity Gathering, St. Luke's, Calgary
- Thu, Oct 23 - 57th Annual Calgary Leadership Prayer Breakfast - BMO Centre
- NEW! Fri, Oct 24 - Brick by Brick Fundraising Dinner for St. Gabriel, Chestermere - Chestermere Rec. Centre
- Sat, Oct 25 - Souped Up Swing Dance - St. Stephen Protomartyr, Calgary
- Tue, Oct 28 - Feast of St Simon and St Jude
- NEW! Fri, Oct 31 - Dec 12, 12–2 pm - Women's ENDOW Group -Clear Water Academy
- Sat, Nov 1 - All Souls Day
- Sun, Nov 2 - The Commemoration of All the Faithful Departed
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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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