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‘Lord, do not trouble yourself, for I am not worthy to have you come under my roof; therefore I did not presume to come to you. But only speak the word, and let my servant be healed.' ~ Luke 7:1-10 | Today's Reading & Reflection
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| A visit from the Apostolic Nuncio |
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Crossing paths after Mass at the Cathedral yesterday: Apostolic Nuncio to Canada, Most Rev. Ivan Jurkovič (middle), First Secretary of the Apostolic Nunciature, Msgr. Antons Prikulis (left), and Fr. Andrew Taylor from the Archdiocese of Toronto (right) were here for a visit with Bishop McGrattan.
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Sold-out Autumn Tea Party!
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The FCJ Centre was blessed with picture-perfect weather for their sold-out Autum Tea Party. The guests were treated to a delightful spread of tasty treats and tea, while also helping the Centre raise funds for the renovation of their retreat centre. Please enjoy these photos from the event | Donate to FCJ
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CWL Lecture on Hope with Leah Perrault
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Wednesday, Sep 20 at 7 pm - McGivney Hall, St. Mary's University, Calgary | You are invited to the CWL Annnual Lecture in Catholic Studies with speaker Leah Perrault, and theme: Hearts of Flesh: Spiritual Resilience for Hope in the Dark. Learn why you should attend
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Go and Make Disciples - Evening Retreat
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Thu, Sep. 21 at 7 to 9 pm - St. Gerard's Calgary | An evening retreat with speaker Leah Perrault - to unpack Jesus' invitation to "Go, and make disciples!" How can we be more effective in recognizing and carrying Jesus to a world longing for love? More
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Beauty & Liturgy
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Sep 21 - from 11 am to 12:30 pm, Online | CCCB will host a free webinar series, titled "Beauty and Liturgy" with Fr. Paul Massel - inviting leaders of catechesis and evangelization to reflect on the way of beauty and its powerful witness in the life of the Church. Register
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Soul Care Retreat and Concert at the Mount
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Thu, Sep. 21 at Mount St. Francis, Cochrane | Join Soul Care team and Cathy Hardy in a retreat "Ignited to Love: Inspiration through Psalm 23" at 1:30 pm, and a concert with Cathy Hardy at 7:30 pm with the view of the Rocky Mountains. Register
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The Church as an Expert in Humanity - Open House
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Sat, Sep. 23 - All day, at St. Mary's Cathedral | Explore life's great questions of suffering, death, meaning, and hope. In the morning, there will be a Ministry Hall of Exhibits in the Cathedral Hall and lunch. In the afternoon, there will be panels at the Pastoral Centre featuring 10+ speakers committed to the art of accompaniment and encouraging hope. In the evening, there will be testimonies, reflection, and Adoration led by Bishop William McGrattan at the Cathedral. Register at DyingToMeetYouCalgary.com
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The Eucharistic Miracles of the World Exhibit
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Sep 28 - Oct 1 at Sacred Heart Church, Calgary | The Eucharistic Miracles of the World is a collection of Miracles that are recognized by the Church which occurred through the centuries in various countries. Blessed Carlo Acutis conceived and designed the Exhibition. You can “virtually visit” the places where the miracles happened. There are 158 Vatican approved Eucharistic Miracles which would be displayed on panels. They will be displayed in the Upper Room and the Narthex. More info
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| Eucharistic Celebration with Father Cristino |
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Saturday, Sep. 30 at 9 am - St. Mary's Cathedral | Join Fr. Cristino Bouvette in a Eucharistic Celebration on the National Day of Truth and Reconciliation.
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| History and Legacy of Residential Schools |
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Saturday, Sep. 30 at 10 am - St. Peter's Church, Calgary | Join St. Peter's community in a talk with Justice Len Marchand British Columbia Court of Appeal. More
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| Walking Together as People of Faith - Online Discussion |
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Sunday, Oct. 1 at 7 pm via Zoom | Celebrating Truth & Reconciliation Day with facilitator: Fr. Cristino Bouvette. Organized by CWL AB Mackenzie Provincial. Register now
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Finding Christ Within
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Tuesdays, begins on Sep. 26 - FCJ Centre | This is a 12-week course in-person and directed Ignatian retreat. The Spiritual Director will provide guidance and support participants on their journey toward a closer relationship with God. Register
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Walking with Women in the Old Testament
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Thu, Sep. 28 from 7 to 8:30 pm at FCJ Centre, Calgary | An enlightening Bible study on the lives and times of the women in the Old Testament. How can these inspiring women inspire and shape our lives as modern-day women? Register
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Blessing of Pets
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Sun, Oct 1 at 2:30 pm - Mount St. Francis, Cochrane | The Franciscans Friars invite all pets and their owners to the annual blessing of Pets! Note that pets must be leashed or in a crate. Blessing ritual will be at 3 pm, west side of retreat centre.
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Nigerian Mass
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Sunday, Oct. 8 at 6 pm - Ascension Catholic Parish, Calgary | Join the Nigerian Thanksgiving Mass with celebrant Fr. John Gannon. Reception to follow after Mass. Kindly bring non-perishable food items for the thanksgiving. All are welcome. More
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Seekers Group for Unmarried Women - Discernment
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Sunday, Oct 1 at 2 pm to 3:30 pm (and alternating Sundays) - Catholic Pastoral Centre | The Office of Vocations is offering young unmarried women the opportunity to learn how to make good decisions for their lives and how to discern the will of God for them. More
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40-hours Adoraiton for Priestly & Religious Vocation
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Friday, Oct 6 at 3 pm to Sunday Oct 8 at 7 am - St. Anthony's Adoration Chapel, Calgary | Take part in a 40 Hours Adoration to ask the Lord for an increase of Priestly and Religious Vocations in our Diocese. Receive the code to enter the chapel and register for holy hour. Sign-up
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Marking a new beginning for the Diocese of Calgary
It's a new beginning! On this special feast day of St. Francis Assisi, the Diocese of Calgary will embark on a new journey. If you're wondering what this is about, and how it relates to you, your family, and community, watch it unfold on Wed, Oct. 4, on our website and social media.
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| World Day of Migrants & Refugees | Sunday, Sep. 24 |
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“Free to choose whether to migrate or to stay” is the theme chosen by the Holy Father for the 109th World Day of Migrants and Refugees on September 24, 2023.
Let us pray:
God, Father Almighty,
Grant us the grace to work tirelessly for justice, solidarity and peace, so that all your children may enjoy the freedom to choose whether to migrate or to stay.
Grant us the courage to denounce all the horrors of our world, and to combat every injustice that mars the beauty of your children and the harmony of our common home.
Sustain us by the power of your Spirit, so that we can reflect your tender love to every migrant whom you place in our path, and to spread in hearts and in every situation the culture of encounter and of care.
Amen.
- How to celebrate the World Day of Migrants and Refugees:
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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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Pray for Morocco & Libya
For people suffering from natural calamities especially the people of Morocco affected by the earthquake and its aftermath and for the people of Libya affected by the devastating floods, may they be strengthened by God's grace and receive the assistance they require. Our Lady of Sorrows, pray for us. Amen.
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| NEWS |
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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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