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| Not to be missed: Parish Triduum Schedule; Meet Ryan Schmidt; news from Ascension Parish & Taber |
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Today's Readings & Reflection ‘When you have lifted up the Son of Man, then you will realize that I am he, and that I do nothing on my own, but I speak these things as the Father instructed me. And the one who sent me is with me; he has not left me alone, for I always do what is pleasing to him.’ ~From John 8:28-29 | Read
today's Readings & Reflection
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| You are called. You matter. You belong. |
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Ryan did not plan to work for the Church. But when the Lord called, his heart responded. Read on for Ryan’s inspiring story of trust, transition, and the work of the Holy Spirit in our Diocese. Read now
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At Ascension Catholic Parish, renewal is not rushed—it’s discerned. Guided by the words of Fr. John Luxbacher on trusting God’s timing, over 40 leaders gathered to plan prayerfully for the future on their Renewal Planning day. Read now
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Faced with a priest shortage, St. Augustine’s (Taber) and St. Joseph’s (Vauxhall) responded with 40 Hours of Adoration, offering heartfelt prayers for vocations to the priesthood and consecrated life. Read now
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Faith Days 2025 brought Christ The Redeemer Catholic staff together in celebration of 30 years—reflecting, praying, and embracing our call to joyful witness. Read now
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In his homily for the Jubilee of the Sick and Healthcare Workers, Pope Francis says that "The sickbed can become a holy place, where charity burns away indifference and gratitude nourishes hope.” Read more
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Join Bishop William McGrattan and the faithful of the Diocese of Calgary in celebrating the sacred liturgies of the Holy Week at St. Mary's Cathedral, as we enter into the Paschal Mystery—the passion, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ.
- Palm Sunday on April 13 at Noon
- Chrism Mass on Monday, April 14 at 7 pm
- Holy Thursday on April 17 at 7 pm
- The Outdoor Way of the Cross on Good Friday, April 18 at 8:30 am
- Good Friday, on April 18 at Noon and 3 pm
- Easter Vigil, on April 19 at 8 pm
- Easter Sunday, on April 21 at Noon
Parish schedule for the Triduum and Easter is available below.
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40 Hours Devotion for Vocations
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- St. James, Okotoks - Fri, April 25 at 3 pm to Sun, Apr 27 at 8 am.
- St. Anthony's, Calgary - Fri, May 2 at 3 pm to Sun, May 4 at 7 am (Chapel)
- St. Gerard's, Calgary = Fridays, May 2, 9, 16 and 23, from 9:30 am to 7:30 pm
- St. James', Calgary - Fri, May 9 at 4 pm to Sun, May 11 at 8 am
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| Career Opportunities |
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Career opportunities within Calgary's Catholic community and beyond:
For detailed job descriptions and application process, visit our Careers page
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Sun, Apr 13, from 7:30 pm to 9 pm at St. Anthony’s Church, Calgary. Join the St. John Choir Schola for a candlelit evening of Scripture, choral music, and congregational hymns on Palm Sunday. This moving Tenebrae service invites all to enter deeply into the mysteries of Holy Week. All are welcome! More
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Wed, Apr 23, May 21 & Jun 25 | Mass at 6 pm | Reception at 7:15 pm. Join us at St. Michael Catholic Community for a special evening of prayer and solemn veneration of the relic of St. Francis of Assisi. Mass will be followed by a reception. Please RSVP for the reception or visit saintmichael.ca. More
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Sat, Apr 26 after 5 pm Mass at St. Bonaventure, Calgary | Enjoy a screening of a Carlo Acutis movie and a pizza night hosted by the young adults of the parish. All ages welcome! Come for a faith-filled evening of film, fellowship, and fun. RSVP here
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Sun, Apr 27 from 1:30 pm at Our Lady of the Assumption, Calgary | Join Bishop McGrattan, clergy, and the Sisters of Divine Mercy for a grace-filled celebration with Adoration, reflections, the Chaplet of Divine Mercy, and Mass at 3 pm. Potluck lunch to follow. More
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- NEW! Fri, Apr 25-27 - 40 Hours of Devotion for Vocations - St. James, Okotoks
- Until Apr 27 - Shroud of Jesus Exhibition & Conference - St. Patrick's, Calgary
- Apr 8-9 - Lenten Mission: The Psalms as a Way of Prayer - with Fr. Julian Studden, St. Joseph's Parish, Calgary
- Thu, Apr 10 - Financial Stewardship: Marriage Enrichment Workshop, Catholic Pastoral Centre, Calgary
- Fri, Apr 11 - Solidarity Way of the Cross - Zoom
- Apr 11-12 - Friday Night Vigil Eucharistic Adoration - St. Luke's, Calgary
- Sun, Apr 13 - Tenebrae with St. John Choir Schola, St Anthony's Parish, Calgary
- Mon, Apr 14 - Chrism Mass at 7 pm - St. Mary's Cathedral
- Apr 13 - Palm Sunday
- Apr 13-19 - Holy Week - Youth Holy Week Mission - St. James', Okotoks
- Wed, Apr 16 - Holy Week at the Mount - Mount St. Francis, Cochrane
- Apr 17 - Holy Thursday - All Parishes
- Apr 17 - 19 - Young Adult Holy Week Missions - Clear Water Academy, Calgary
- Apr 18 - Good Friday - All Parishes
- Apr 18 - Outdoor Way of the Cross, St. Mary's Cathedral, Calgary
- Apr 18 - Outdoor Stations of the Cross, St. Mary's, Brooks
- Apr 19 - Holy Saturday - All Parishes
- Apr 20 - Easter Sunday - All Parishes
- NEW! Wed, Apr 23 - A date with God & St. Francis: Solemn Veneration - St. Michael's, Calgary
- Fri, Apr 25 - Voices in Hope Concert - Knox United Church, Calgary
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- Sat, Apr 26 - Immerse Youth Nights for Grades 6-8 - St. Michael's, Calgary
- Sat, Apr 26 - Adolescence Course: Practical Skills for Parenting - Calgary Classical Academy
- Mon, Apr 28 - The Re-emergence of Wisdom - with Fr. Tim Boyle - St. Martha's, Lethbridge or Livestream
- NEW! Tue, Apr 29 - What is Spiritual Direction? - FCJ Centre, Calgary
- NEW! May 2-4 - Is Religious Life for you? - Sisters of Providence in Calgary
- May 2-4 - 40 Hours Devotion for Vocations - St. Anthony, Calgary
- NEW! Sat, May 3 - Live-In Retreat - St Joseph's School, Coaldale
- Sat, May 3 - Rosary Brigade - St. John the Evangelist, Calgary
- May 9-10 - Women's Conference: Come & Stay - Relationships Rooted in Love, St. Michael's, Calgary
- Sat, May 10 - Hike for Life, Prince's Island Park, Calgary
- May 9-11 - Retreat for Young Professionals, Mount St. Francis, Cochrane
- May 9-11 - 40 Hours Devotion for Vocations, St. James, Calgary
- May 20-25 - Grief to Grace - Healing the wounds of Abuse - Kelowna, BC
- Fri, May 23 - Couple's Night Out: What Master Couples Do - St. Mary's, Cochrane
- Sat, May 24 - Blooms & Blossoms Charity Dinner for Elizabeth House - Calgary Italian Cultural Centre, Calgary
- Sun, June 8 - Vocations Rally, St. Michael's, Calgary
- Jubilee of Hope events in the Diocese of Calgary
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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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| 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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| JUBILEE YEAR OF HOPE |
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The Jubilee Year begins on Dec 24, 2024, with the opening of the Holy Door in Rome. In our Diocese, we will mark this sacred time with an Opening Mass at the Cathedral on Sun, Dec 29, 2024 (Feast of the Holy Family) and conclude on Jan 6, 2026 (Solemnity of Epiphany).
Pope Francis has dedicated this Jubilee to “Pilgrims of Hope.” Rooted in baptism, we are nourished by Christ, guided by the Spirit, and called to journey in hope—trusting in God’s grace and longing for eternal life.
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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.
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 the calendar of Saints remembered by the Church. This page features 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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