Newsletter Update
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Starting September 5, 2024, our diocesan Newsletter will shift from a weekly schedule to a publication every two weeks. For submissions or questions, please contact us at communications@diocesemontreal.org. Wishing you all a blessed and fruitful pastoral year!
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Stéphane Germain to be
Ordained Priest Next Week
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Stéphane Germain's ordination to the priesthood will take place at Mary, Queen of the World Cathedral on Saturday, September 14, 2024, at 10 a.m.
“’Set me as a seal upon your heart', says the Beloved of the Song of Songs. This is what, on this day, my soul asks of Jesus Christ, the one and only divine Shepherd,” reflects Stéphane Germain, as he prepares for this next phase in his vocation.
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| The Grand Seminary of Montreal Announces New Rector |
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The Archdiocese is delighted to share exciting news from the Seminary: Mr. Robert Gauthier, a Sulpician priest, has been appointed as the new rector of the Grand Seminary of Montreal! We extend our heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to him as he embarks on this important role. To learn more about Mr. Gauthier, P.S.S. and his vision for the Seminary, please visit their website to read his welcome message and inaugural address (in French only): https://gsam-montreal.org/
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Join Us for World Day
of Migrants and Refugees
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You are warmly invited to participate in a local celebration of World Day of Migrants and Refugees on Sunday, September 29, 2024, 5:00 PM at Saint-Martyrs-du-Vietnam, 2602 rue Beaubien E. This special celebration will be led by Archbishop Christian Lépine.
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| Missionary Month 2024 |
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Mission Month in October is an opportunity for the Church to highlight the importance of missionary commitment on the part of all the baptized, as well as the various evangelization initiatives linked to it. World Mission Sunday (WMD) - established by Pope Pius XI in 1926 and entrusted to the Pontifical Society for the Propagation of the Faith - is the high point of the Month. Celebrated on the second-to-last Sunday in October, it is a special day of prayer and fundraising for the various initiatives supported by the Pontifical Society for the Propagation of the Faith.
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McGill's Newman Centre Opens the Academic Year with the
Mass of the Holy Spirit
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On Sunday, September 1st, the Newman Centre of McGill University and the Newman Catholic Students’ Society welcomed His Grace Archbishop Christian Lépine to the Newman Centre to officially open the academic year with the Mass of the Holy Spirit.
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Exciting Updates from the Montreal Catholic Challenge Movement
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We’re thrilled to bring you some exciting news that marks a fresh chapter for the Montreal Catholic Challenge Movement. Mario Zakhour, who has been part of the Challenge family since 2013, is stepping into the role of Lay Director. His passion and dedication are sure to bring a new energy to our community.
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For the cry of the Earth
The Pope Video
September 2024
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In The Pope Video, produced by the Pope’s Worldwide Prayer Network, Pope Francis encourages us to actively get involved in the fight against this global crisis, by adopting ecological as well as economic, social and political responses.
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| Congratulations to David Oh on His Diaconal Ordination! |
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We joyfully congratulate David Oh, a seminarian of the Archdiocese of Montreal, on his recent ordination to the diaconate, which took place on August 30, 2024, at Saint-Gilbert Parish. We invite you to read more about David's journey and the ordination ceremony by following the link below. Your continued prayers and support are greatly appreciated as David begins his new ministry.
Read more about David Oh’s ordination below.
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Pilgrimage of
Montreal’s Italian Parishes
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On Saturday, July 20, 2024, hundreds of faithful from local Italian-speaking parishes gathered at the shrine of Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupré, just outside Quebec City, for a pilgrimage.
Indeed, it's a tradition in Montreal's Italian-speaking parishes to honour Saint Anne, mother of the Virgin Mary and patron saint of Quebec, and of grandparents. What is a "pilgrimage" in the Catholic Church? It's a personal or communal journey made by the faithful to a holy place for religious reasons and in a spirit of faith.
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CCCB Triennial Forum for Dialogues concludes with Strategic
Ecumenical Vision
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The International Congress on Youth Ministry – ‘For a Synodal Youth Ministry: New Leadership Styles and Strategies’ – which was organized by the Dicastery for the Laity, the Family and Life concluded on Saturday, May 25.
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June 29: Feast of Saints Peter and Paul
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On Saturday, June 29, 2024, we had the honour of concelebrating with the Holy Father, Pope Francis, at St. Peter's Basilica in the Vatican! 🙏 Several cardinals, archbishops, bishops, priests, and deacons were present for this unforgettable mass. The ceremony began at 9:30 AM (Vatican time) and ended at 11:30 AM, surrounded by many faithful members of the People of God.
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Community Picnic Celebrates "Consecrated Life in the City"
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The idea of gathering people in consecrated life from our archdiocese in a public park for a picnic was not only to bring us together in a relaxed and fraternal atmosphere, but also to be visible in the middle of the city. But the weather forecast by Environment Canada for our June 22 event changed our plans!
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The 7th edition of the Religious Heritage Days will take place on
September 6, 7 and 8, 2024!
Book launch for
"La Trinité et la famille
(The Trinity and the Family)"
by Bishop Lionel Gendron, P.S.S.
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The Institut de formation théologique de Montréal (IFTM) is pleased to invite you to the launch of the book La Trinité et la famille : quelle analogie ? Étude historique, written by Bishop Lionel Gendron.
Is it possible to speak of God the Father, Son and Spirit using the image of the human family? The author draws on his talents as a teacher, pastor, theologian and researcher.
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| Alumni Homecoming Weekend at McGill's Newman Centre |
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Are you a Newman McGill Alumni?
Whether you've been away for eight weeks or eighty years, we would love to have you join us at our upcoming Alumni Homecoming on the weekend of September 13-15 as we celebrate the Newman Centre's Platinum Jubilee. There will be many great activities, including.
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Montreal Vocation Day
September 14, 2024
| Mission Jeunesse MTL Starting the Journey to the Jubilee INFO SESSION |
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The 2024-2025 pastoral year will be a journey towards the Jubilee 2025, which will be lived out in every diocese, as well as in Rome for some.
16 SEPT 2024
At the time that corresponds to your preferred language:
⏰ 7:45 PM in English or
⏰ 6PM in French📍
via Zoom
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Coaching Five Essentials Course, by Jean-Hubert Thieffry from Chemin Neuf
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Coaching Five Essentials Course, by Jean-Hubert Thieffry from Chemin Neuf
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Discover "Le Parcours Amos":
Justice, Environment, and Solidarity
(Available only in French)
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📌 La justice sociale, la sauvegarde de l’environnement et le vivre-ensemble sont autant de préoccupations d’importance à vos yeux?
📌 Vous vous intéressez aux racines bibliques de l’engagement au service des autres?
✅ Le Parcours Amos a été dessiné pour vous !
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A Great Symphony of Prayer :
Mary, the Saints and Scripture
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We invite you to explore the videos and reflection guide from our recently concluded webinar series titled "A Great Symphony of Prayer: The Our Father as a Programme of Life” delivered by Dr. Josephine Lombardi (St. Augustine’s Seminary).
This webinar series for the Year of Prayer 2024 in anticipation of the Jubilee Year 2025 will be followed by another series in fall 2024.
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| For more articles, Mass of the day, thought of the week, prayer intentions and much more, visit our diocesan website. |
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| 1943-2024 |
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| Fr. Michael D. Shaw |
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He died peacefully at home in Dollard-des-Ormeaux, QC, Thursday evening, July 11, 2024, at the age of 80.
Ordained September 13, 1975, at St. John Brébeuf Parish in LaSalle, Fr. Michael (Mike) Shaw offered a varied and rich ministry that spanned close to five decades.
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Providing fast and convenient access to devotional objects useful in strengthening our faith as we carry out our mission. Devotional objects purchased will be blessed by a priest from the Cathedral prior to shipment.
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