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Just then some men came, carrying a paralysed man on a bed. They were trying to bring him in and lay him before Jesus; but finding no way to bring him in because of the crowd, they went up on the roof and let him down with his bed through the tiles into the middle of the crowd in front of Jesus. When he saw their faith, he said, ‘Friend, your sins are forgiven you.’ ~ Luke 5:18-20 | Today's Reading & Reflection
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SFXC, a Renewal driven community of young adults
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"There are many words one could use to describe this evening: joy, community, fun, encouraging, and lively. The first word that came to mind for me, perhaps because it is a word so alive in our Diocese right now, is Renewal," says Kathryn Yakielashek, coordinator of the St. Francis Xavier Chaplaincy community, as she witnessed the community dancing joyfully into the night. Read her story
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As part of the #PastoralRenewal movement inspiring us to become missionary disciples, let us respond to the call of evangelization and the declaration of the kerygma. Each year, Advent invites us to prepare for the greatest event in human history - The Word became flesh and dwelt among us.
You are invited to St. Michael's Advent Mission with speaker Peter Thompson on Dec. 18, 19, and 20 (Mon, Tue, and Wed) at St. Michael's Church in Calgary. More
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Tuesday, Dec. 12 at 12:30 pm MT - Online/Zoom | The Grandparents' Faith Café welcomes Cardinal Wilfred Napier with the theme: Marriage & Family - The Basics of man's hope and future. Click here to register
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Tuesday, Dec. 12 from 7:45 pm to 9 pm - St. Luke's, Calgary | You are invited to a candle-lit Taizé Prayer Service to prepare for the joy of Christmas. Worship the Lord with simple, repetitive songs, prayerful silence, and short readings. More
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Join a devotional, nine-day series of novena, Masses, and caroling in a Filipino tradition:
- Dec 2-23 | Parishes in Calgary
- Dec 14 - 22 | St. Mary's, Brooks
- Dec 15-23 | St. James, Calgary
- Dec. 15-23 | St. Thomas More, Calgary
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Saturday, Dec. 16 from 4 pm to 8 pm - at the Dominican Sisters of Calgary residence (2108 Uxbridge Dr. NW, Calgary) | Calling young, single, and Catholic women in the Diocese. Have you ever wondered what religious life is all about - and if this is for you? Learn about the Dominican charism & ministry with the Dominican Sisters. Register
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Saturday, Dec. 16 from 4 pm to 7 pm at Holy Name Church, Calgary | Come and witness the living scene of the Holy Family with baby Jesus in a manger, surrounded by shepherds and animals. Live music, a cozy fire pit, hot cocoa & cookies!
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Sun, Dec. 17 at 7:30 pm to 9 pm - St. Mary's Cathedral | Join the choirs of St John Choir Schola for our annual unforgettable evening of Scripture and Song. Free admittance. Reception to follow. More
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| Events in December & January |
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- Tue, Dec. 12 | Mission Mexico Day
- Tue, Dec. 12 | Taize Advent Prayer Service - St. Luke's, Calgary
- Tue, Dec. 12 | Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe | Mission Mexico Day
- Tue, Dec. 12 | Grandparents' Faith Cafe - Online
- Wed, Dec. 13 | Praying with Icons - FCJ Centre, Calgary
- Wed, Dec. 13 | St. James' School Christmas Concert - St. James', Calgary
- Wed, Dec. 13 | The Holy Spirit Series: A Transformative Journey
- Thu, Dec. 14 | Advent Twilight Retreat - FCJ Centre, Calgary
- Dec 14 - 22 | Simbang Gabi - St. Mary's, Brooks
- Dec 15-23 | Simbang Gabi - St. James, Calgary
- Dec. 15-23 | Simbang Gabi - St. Thomas More, Calgary
- Sat, Dec. 16 | Evening with the Dominican Sisters
- Sat, Dec. 16 | Christ Child Novena - Online
- Sat, Dec. 16 | Living Nativity - Holy Name, Calgary
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- Sat, Dec. 16 | Evening with the Dominican Sisters - Calgary
- Sun, Dec. 17 | St. John Choir Schola's Nine Lessons and Carols - St. Mary's Cathedral
- Sun, Dec. 17 | Vespers & Study of the life of St. Francis - St. Luke's, Calgary
- Sun, Dec. 17 | Cocoa & Christmas Sing-Along - St. Joseph's, Calgary
- Dec. 18 - 20 (Mon to Wed) | Advent Mission: Called to be Missionary Disciples - St. Michael's, Calgary & Livestream
- Mon, Dec. 18 | Advent Mission with Divine Mercy Sisters - St. Gabriel's, Chestermere
- Thu, Dec. 21 | CCCRS Healing Service at St. Luke's, Calgary
- Fri, Jan 12 | Fun Night with Sisters - Sacred Heart Convent, Calgary
- Monday, Jan 22 | Enlarge the Tent series with Fr. Tim Boyle - St. Martha's, Letbhridge & Livestream
- Wed, Jan 24 | Inspiration Unplugged: The Saint John's Bible - St. Mary's University
- Fri, Feb. 9 | The Theology of the Body Conference - Holy Spirit, Calgary
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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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| 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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