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| In the past month, Bishop McGrattan visited 9 parishes to install new pastors! Read more |
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Today's Readings & Reflection
For just as the body is one and has many members, and all the members of the body, though many, are one body, so it is with Christ. For in the one Spirit we were all baptized into one body—Jews or Greeks, slaves or free—and we were all made to drink of one Spirit. ~1 Cor 12:12-13 | Read today's Readings & Reflection
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| #Renewal | Be a Church of Encounter & Witness |
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| You are called. You matter. You belong. |
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Over 500 parishioners and volunteers came together for a summer evening filled with lively music, dance, and heartfelt connections in the spirit of Renewal. More
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"It was a great joy for us to begin this year with the support of our Bishop, as well as the St. Francis Xavier Chaplaincy community, as the goal of the Sabbatical Year is to raise missionary disciples for the Church," shared Sr. Clarisse of the Seeds of the Word. This year marks the third year of the Seeds of the Word Sabbatical Program. Join them in prayer as these new companions begin their year together in prayer and formation. More
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"I don't know where we would be without you... Elizabeth House helped me create a new future for me and my son," shared Karla (a pseudonym). With help from the Elizabeth House Education Fund, Karla earned her diploma while raising her baby. The fund covered her tuition, books, and childcare, and allowed her to focus on her studies. This month, an anonymous donor with a super generous heart will match our donations up to $15k. Double your impact now.
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Holy Trinity Parish in Blairmore: Small steps toward a Christ-centered Renewal
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Marie and Steve Burger, Parish Renewal leader at Holy Trinity Parish in Blairmore, shared, "We felt inspired by the initial meeting and presentation that the Diocese held at St. Martha’s Church in Lethbridge. Father Joe is also encouraged by the Renewal Process."
Read how this small yet dedicated faith community is taking small steps that will have lasting impacts on their local faith community in Blairmore. More
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Do you know someone, or are you personally interested, in helping with our Prison Ministry? The commitment is just once a month, on a Saturday afternoon. To submit your application, contact the Pastoral Centre. More
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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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| 40 Hours Devotion for Vocations |
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- St. Mark's, Calgary - Fri, Sep 20 at 9 am to Sun, Sep 22 at 1 am
- St. Paul's, Airdrie - Sun, Sep 22 at 11 am to Tue, Sep 24 at 3 am
- 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.
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Mass on the World Day for Migrants & Refugees - Sun, Sep 29 at 7 pm
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Sun, Sep 29 at 7 pm—St. Mary's Cathedral | You are warmly invited to participate in our local celebration of World Day of Migrants and Refugees with our Cathedral's rector, Fr. Avinash Colaco. Please join us as we pray and stand in solidarity with those who are forced to flee their homes due to violence, persecution, or hardship. A reception will follow in the Hall. All are welcome! More
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Tuesday, October 1, from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Pastoral Centre (120 17 Ave SW). This evening (Oct 1) is a meet-and-greet session to meet the facilitators and other participants and ask questions. No commitment is required. Let us come together in faith and community to find strength, understanding, and renewal. More
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Thu, Oct 3, 10, 17 & 24 from 11 am to 12:30 pm MT - Zoom | Participate in the Year of Prayer with the webinar series with Dr. Josephine Lombardi (St. Augustine's Seminary) on "A Great Symphony of Prayer: Mary, the Saints and Scripture." Theme for Oct 3 is "Praying with Mary." Register here
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Fertility Awareness Evening Session
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Fri, Sep 27 from 6:30 to 8:30 pm - Room C103 at St. Mary's University, Calgary. Open for women of all ages and stages of life.
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Elevate Conferece
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Sat, Sep 28 from 10 am to 4:45 pm at St. Peter's Church, Calgary. For Youth Gr. 6-8. Come encounter the Lord, have fun and be inspired to be a modern-day saint!
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- Tue, Sep 17 - Garden Harvest Celebration with Sr Theresa, Fr. Tim Boyle, and Bridge Brass Quintet - Martha Centre
- Thu, Sep 19 - Oasis Day with Sr. Theresa Parker - Martha Centre, Lethbridge
- Thu, Sep 19 - Finding God in all Things (through music) - FCJ Centre, Calgary
- NEW! Thu, Sep 19 - St. Luke's Charismatic Prayer Service - St. Luke's, Calgary
- Fri, Sep 20 - ABLAZE - Youth Ministry - St. Bonaventure, Calgary
- Sat, Sep 21 - Holy Spirit Book Sale - Holy Spirit, Calgary
- Sep 20-22 - 40 Hours Devotion for Vocations, St. Mark, Calgary
- Sat, Sep 21 - Feast of St. Matthew
- Sat, Sep 21 - Holy Spirit CWL Used Book Sale, Holy Spirit, Calgary
- Thu, Sep 26 - Feast of St. John de Brebeuf and St. Isaac Joques
- Thu, Sep 26 - Benedictine Spirituality - Zoom Session
- Fri, Sep 27 - Fertility Awareness Workshop with Beloved Daughters Ministry - St. Mary's University
- Sat, Sep 28 - FIAT - A day of Retreat for Single, Catholic Women (16+) discerning Religious Life, St. Luke's, Calgary
- Sat, Sep 28 - Elevate Conference - for Gr. 6-8 with Face to Face Ministries, St. Peter's, Calgary
- NEW! Sun, Sep 29 - Mass for the World Day of Migrants & Refugees, St. Mary's Cathedral at 7 pm
- Mon, Sep 30 - National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
- Tue, Oct 1 - Transitions Meet 'n Greet - Catholic Pastoral Centre
- Thu, Oct 3 - A Great Symphony of Prayer: Mary, the Saints and Scripture - Webinar
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- Thu, Oct 3 - The Book of Revelation as a moral guide in a chaotic world, with Cardinal Thomas Collins, St. Mary's University
- Fri, Oct 4 - Anniversary - Year 2 of Pastoral Renewal
- NEW! Fri, Oct 4 - St. John Choir Schola First Friday Mass - Our Lady of the Assumption, Calgary
- Thu, Oct 10 - A Great Symphony of Prayer - Mary, the Saints and Scripture - Webinar
- NEW! Fri, Oct 11 - Pro-Life in the 11th Hour - Cardell Theatre, Calgary
- Sun, Oct 13 - Nigerian Thanksgiving Mass, Ascension, Calgary
- Thu, Oct 17 - A Great Symphony of Prayer - Mary, the Saints and Scripture - Webinar
- 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
- Oct 21-Dec 9 - Connected & Reconnected: Recovery from Pornography, via Zoom
- Thu, Oct 24 - A Great Symphony of Prayer - Mary, the Saints and Scripture - Webinar
- NEW! Sat, Oct 26 - Priestly Vocations Night - St. Luke's, Calgary
- 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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| Get the latest updates |
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Visit www.catholicyyc.ca
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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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