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| Extraordinary love story, rooted in Christ; National Day of Truth and Reconciliation |
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Today's Readings & Reflection
Then Job arose, tore his robe, shaved his head, and fell on the ground and worshipped. He said, ‘Naked I came from my mother’s womb, and naked shall I return there; the Lord gave, and the Lord has taken away; blessed be the name of the Lord.’ ~Job 1:20 | Read today's Readings & Reflection
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| Friday, Oct. 4, 2024 |
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| Four more days to go... |
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There are just four more days until we welcome the Year II of the Pastoral Renewal! Join us as we continue our journey of faith, growth, and renewal. Stay tuned for a special message on Friday, Oct. 4, 2024, the Feast day of St. Francis of Assisi. You are called. You matter. You belong.
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| #Renewal | Lead with Christian Mercy and Passion |
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| You are called. You matter. You belong. |
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Or call the Diocese of Calgary Call Centre at 403-231-9505. This service is available for Alberta Children’s Hospital, Foothills Hospital, Peter Lougheed Hospital, Rockyview General Hospital, and South Health Campus.
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| Monday, Sep. 30, 2024 |
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National Day of Truth and Reconciliation
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On this National Day of Truth and Reconciliation, the Canadian Bishops mourns the painful legacy of the former Indian Residential Schools and reaffirms its commitment to walking with Indigenous Peoples on their healing and reconciliation journey.
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From Sep 23 to 27, bishops from across Canada, including Bishop McGrattan, gathered for the CCCB's 2024 Plenary Assembly in Beaupré, Quebec. Watch the highlight videos to catch key discussions, reports, and the Apostolic Nuncio’s address. Watch now
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Prepare your family, especially children and youth, for the Jubilee Year 2025 with specially crafted catechetical resources. These 30-minute sessions, based on Spes Non Confundit, are ideal for parents or teachers to lead at home or school! Download resources now
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40 Hours Devotion for Vocations
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- Holy Family Parish, Medicine Hat - Thu, Oct 3 at 4 pm to Sat, Oct 5 at 8 am (Mass)
- All Saints, Lethbridge - Fri, Oct 4 after 9 am to Sun, Oct 6 at 9 am.
- St. Albert the Great, Calgary - Fri, Oct 11 from 9:30 am to 6:30 pm; 7 pm to Sat, Oct 12 at 9 am; Sat, Oct 12 from 12 pm to 4 pm; 6 pm to Sun, Oct 13 at 9 am.
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| Career Opportunities |
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Career opportunities within Calgary's Catholic community:
For detailed job descriptions and application process, visit our Careers page
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Transitions Meet & Greet
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Meet & Greet on Tue, Oct 1 at 7–9 pm, at the Catholic Pastoral Centre (120 17 Ave SW). This is a 15-week, peer-led support group for those working through the pain of separation and divorce, with meetings every Tue at 7–9 pm.
No commitment is required for the first session - join us to meet the facilitator and participants, and ask your questions. More info
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Sun, Oct 6 at 3 pm at Mount St. Francis, Cochrane, for the annual Blessing of Pets in honour of St. Francis of Assisi, the patron saint of animals. Bring your pets—big or small—for this special blessing at the west side of Retreat Centre near the Statue of Saint Francis. Pets must be leashed or in a crate. More
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Sun, Oct 6 from 2–3 pm, along Macleod Trail, Calgary. Join a peaceful, prayerful public witness for the sanctity of life. The local Life Chain organizer will provide you with a non-graphic Life Chain sign to hold, and you may pray silently for an end to abortion and for those affected by it. For other locations or more info
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Sun, Oct 13 at 2 pm, Shrine Church of Our Lady of the Rockies – In honour of our Blessed Mother and the Life Runners Pro-Life Across America Relay, the Our Lady of the Rockies Pro-Life Ministry invites everyone to a special Rosary Walk. Come together in prayer for the sanctity of life as we walk in solidarity. More info
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Fri–Sat, Oct 18–19, FCJ Centre, Calgary – Learn about the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd, a faith formation approach that helps children know God personally. Hear from CGS catechists and other speakers. Ideal for catechists, parents, and teachers. To register, visit www.cgsac.ca, or contact Dorothy at 403-829-7187. More info
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Pastoral Care Ministry Training
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Saturdays, Oct 26 & Nov 16 (8:30 am to 3:30 pm), St. Francis de Sales, High River – We invite those called to assist in a healing ministry to attend Pastoral Care Training. This training is designed for new and experienced ministers who support the sick, elderly, dying, homebound, and bereaved. Fee is $30 per person (includes training and lunch). Participants approved by their pastor are welcome; contact your parish for screening. Please register by Oct 16. For alternative fee arrangements, contact mara.capili@calgarydiocese.ca.
More info
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The Book of Revelation
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Thu, Oct 3, 7–9 pm, St. Mary's University – Join Cardinal Thomas Collins for a session on the Book of Revelation as part of the Inspiration Unplugged series. Light refreshments provided. More
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Praying with Mary
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Thu, Oct 3, 11 am–12:30 pm MT (Online, Zoom) – Join Dr. Josephine Lombardi for the CCCB webinar "Praying with Mary/The Rosary" as part of the Fall Series "A Great Symphony of Prayer." More
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- Mon, Sep 30 - Mass on National Day for Truth and Reconciliation - St. Mary's Cathedral
- Tue, Oct 1 - Transitions Meet 'n Greet - Catholic Pastoral Centre
- Thu, Oct 3 - Praying with Mary/The Rosary - CCCB Webinar
- Thu, Oct 3 - The Book of Revelation - Inspiration Unplugged with Cardinal Thomas Collins - St. Mary's University
- Oct 3-5 - 40 Hours Devotion for Vocations - Holy Family, Medicine Hat
- Oct 4-6 - 40 Hours Devotion for Vocations - All Saints (Our Lady of the Assumption Church), Lethbridge
- Fri, Oct 4 - Anniversary - Year 2 of Pastoral Renewal
- Fri, Oct 4 - St. John Choir Schola First Friday Mass - Our Lady of the Assumption, Calgary
- Sat, Oct 5 - Rosary Brigade - St. John the Evangelist, Calgary
- Sat, Oct 5 - Meditation in Christian Tradition - FCJ Centre
- Sun, Oct 6 - Annual Blessing of Pets - Mount St. Francis
- Sun, Oct 6 - Life Chain - McLeod Trail, Calgary (More info)
- Wed, Oct 9 - Pilgrims of Prayer: Day Away Retreat - Mount St. Francis, Cochrane
- Thu, Oct 10 - Praying with the Saints - St. Theresa Avila - CCCB Webinar
- Fri, Oct 11 - Pro-Life in the 11th Hour - Cardell Theatre, Calgary
- NEW! Sat, Oct 12 - Rosary Rally - St. Mary's Cathedral
- NEW! Sat, Oct 12 - Rosary Rally - St. John the Evangelist, Calgary
- Sun, Oct 13 - Nigerian Thanksgiving Mass, Ascension, Calgary
- NEW! Sun, Oct 13 - Rosary Walk - Shrine Church of Our Lady of the Rockies, Canmore
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- NEW! Thu, Oct 17 - The Prayer of Jesus - CCCB Webinar
- Thu, Oct 17 - Finding God in all Things (through Art) - FCJ Centre, Calgary
- Thu, Oct 17 - White Mass - Healthcare professionals - St. Mary's Cathedral
- Fri, Oct 18 - Feast of St. Luke
- NEW! Fri, Oct 18 - Transitions Alumni Reunion - Catholic Pastoral Centre
- Oct 18-19 - Catechesis of the Good Shepherd: Annual National Gathering - FCJ Centre
- Sat, Oct 19 - Like a Mighty River Conference - Ascension Catholic Parish, Calgary
- Mon, Oct 21 - Quilting a Stained Glass Window of my Life - FCJ Retreat Centre
- NEW! Mon, Oct 21 - First Axial Shift - the origin of the world religions - "The Search for WIsdom" series with Fr. Tim Boyle - St. Martha's, Lethbridge or Livestream
- Oct 25-26 - Journeying Together Workshop for those grieving pregnancy and infant loss - Catholic Pastoral Centre
- Oct 21-Dec 9 - Connected & Reconnected: Recovery from Pornography, via Zoom
- Thu, Oct 24 - Lectio Divina/The Storm at Sea - CCCB Webinar
- NEW! Thu, Oct 24 - Benedictine Spirituality - Zoom
- NEW! Fri, Oct 25 - Brick-by-Brick Dinner Fundraiser for St. Gabriel's Parish Church - St. Gabriel's School, Chestermere
- Sat, Oct 26 - Priestly Vocations Night - St. Luke's, Calgary
- NEW! SAVE THE DATE: Dec 3, 4, 5 at 7 pm to 8:30 pm - Diocesan Renewal Advent Mission
- 2024 Monthly Liturgical Calendar - click here
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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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| 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.
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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