'During this Holy Week, let us lift our eyes to the cross, in order to receive the grace of amazement. Let us be amazed by Jesus so that we can start living again, for the grandeur of life lies not in possessions and promotions, but in realizing that we are loved. At the foot of the cross there can be no mistake: God has revealed himself and reigns only with the disarmed and disarming power of love.' (Pope Francis, 2021)
The following briefly highlights each day of Holy Week with words from our popes & saints, resources, music and some reminders. May your Holy Week be blessed!
Judas’s attitude was contrary to the person who loves, for he never understood what a gift is. 'On the contrary, when Mary Magdalene washed Jesus’ feet with nard—very costly—it is a moment of thanksgiving, a moment of love.' (Pope Francis, 2013)
How can we pray during Holy Week in a way that will prepare our hearts for the coming of Christ on Easter? Get insights from Fr. Mark Toups.
All faithful are invited to the Chrism Mass celebration with Bishop McGrattan at St. Mary's Cathedral today, at 11 am). Livestream
The Wednesday of Holy Week is sometimes known as “Holy Wednesday” or “Spy Wednesday,” since it remember the day Judas betrayed Jesus.
"God can turn everything to a good purpose. Even Judas' betrayal became, through divine providence, the occasion for Jesus' supreme act of love, for the salvation of the world." (Pope Benedict XVI, 2006)
Christ felt the need to humble himself at the feet of his disciples... From that time onwards, by sharing himself in the eucharistic communion, would he not continually lower himself to the level of so many human hearts? Would he not always serve them in this way? (Pope John Paul II, 1979)
7 pm - Holy Thursday liturgy with Bishop McGrattan at the Cathedral. Livestream | Check Parish schedule
After the liturgy, the faithful are invited to continue adoration before the Blessed Sacrament for during the night. Can you stay one hour with me?
'Jesus is not a personage from the past; he is a person living today... we encounter him in life. Today, let us remember how Jesus first called us, how he overcame our darkness, our resistance, our sins, and how he touched our hearts with his word.' (Pope Francis, 2019)
Throughout this day the faithful are invited to continue the solemn paschal fast which they began on Good Friday. Today is a day for silence and prayer as we wait for Jesus to return to us.
Easter Vigil liturgy with Bishop McGrattan at St. Mary's Cathedral is at 8 pm. Livestream | Check Parish schedule
'We are an Easter people and Alleluia is our song!'(St. Augustine of Hippo). Today, we celebrate the Resurrection of Jesus Christ our Lord and his victory over sin and death!
Noon - Easter Sunday Mass with Bishop McGrattan at the Cathedral. Livestream | Check Parish schedule
This Holy Week, as Jesus prepares to lay down his very life for you, he invites you to stay with him. He wants you to be with him as he is betrayed, arrested, and crucified. He wants you to be with him when he rises from the dead.
Watch this short video reflection from Fr. Mark Toups and invite the Lord in.
Consider this...
God wants to give you more.
‘For God so loved the world that he gave his only Son, so that everyone who believes in him may not perish but may have eternal life.' John 3:16
How will you respond? Will you stay by his side? The answer to this question will change your life.
While some prefer to join the facilitated parish synod listening sessions, you might find it more comfortable to have a faith conversation around the dinner table or in a coffee shop.
Invite a friend or two for a walk, coffee or a dinner, and chat about the two questions of the Synod. Share your thoughts with us at cathoicyyc.ca/synod
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Bishop William T. McGrattan calls on all faithful, clergy, religious, and consecrated life in the Diocese of Calgary to join him in local synodal gatherings with a renewed commitment to follow the way Jesus has always journeyed with his beloved children, to become a listening Church and a Church of closeness where all can experience being at home and participate in building the Kingdom of God. Starting January 2022 to May 2022, we will begin the consultation process at the Diocesan and pastoral zone levels, followed by gatherings in parishes, religious communities, lay associations, institutions, and opportunity for online participation.
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.
Here is a link to read the daily Catholic Mass Readings in New Revised Standard Version (NRSV), which is also used in the Canadian Lectionary. Download Living With Christ app for an easier access to daily readings, prayers and saints day: https://en.novalis.ca/products/living-with-christ-app
Bishop William T. McGrattan calls on all faithful, clergy, religious, and consecrated life in the Diocese of Calgary to join him in local synodal gatherings with a renewed commitment to follow the way Jesus has always journeyed with his beloved children, to become a listening Church and a Church of closeness where all can experience being at home and participate in building the Kingdom of God. Starting January 2022 to May 2022, we will begin the consultation process at the Diocesan and pastoral zone levels, followed by gatherings in parishes, religious communities, lay associations, institutions, and opportunity for online participation.
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.
Here is a link to read the daily Catholic Mass Readings in New Revised Standard Version (NRSV), which is also used in the Canadian Lectionary. Download Living With Christ app for an easier access to daily readings, prayers and saints day: https://en.novalis.ca/products/living-with-christ-app
