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Welcome Home: How to make our parishes more inviting
You are the parish! There are not enough programs or resources in the world that will make your church more welcoming. No mission and vision statements can ever convey the actual experience of being cared for. It takes the whole parish to welcome others home.
Join this exciting webinar with Fr. Troy Nguyen, Dr. Lance Dixon, and Dr. Bonnie Annicchiarico as we explore ways to truly welcome others home this Christmas and throughout the year.
When: Thursday, December 7 at 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm via a Zoom webinar | Register here
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This Advent and Christmas, let our invitation to a life with Christ be intentional, rooted in love and humility. In our smallest acts, let us be architects of encounters, builders of bridges, and messengers of hope and the joy of Christ. #iamblessed | Visit page
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While some people were speaking about how the temple was adorned with costly stones and votive offerings, Jesus said, "All that you see here– the days will come when there will not be left a stone upon another stone that will not be thrown down." ~ Luke 21:5-11
Today's Reading & Reflection
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On November 18, 2023, Bishop McGrattan ordained twelve men into the Permanent Diaconate at St. Mary's Cathedral. The Bishop's homily emphasized the role of permanent deacons as Servants of Christ and the Church, reminding us of our own call to service as baptized Christians.
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Praedica Verbum
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CCCB has just released the "Template for Pastor on the Evangelization of Young People in Canada Today: Praedica Verbum" - intended as a resource for pastors, officially mandated pastoral agents, and others in the Church who work with young people. Download in English and French.
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Today is #GivingTuesday
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Join the global generosity movement and make an impact today this #GivingTuesday by donating to your Parish and Diocesan Programs. Your generous donation will go a long way in helping us continue our ministries and making a positive difference in the world. Thank you for your support! Give now
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Thu (Nov. 30) at 7 pm to Sat (Dec 2) at 4 pm - Ascension Catholic Parish, Calgary | “Could you not spend an hour?” Christ asks. Come, let us adore Him. Serra Calgary invites you to join the 40-hour Adoration to worship the Lord, and pray for the increase of vocations to the religious life in our Diocese. Register here
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Sun, Dec. 3 at 7 pm - St. John the Evangelist, Calgary | Join the choirs of the Gilbertine Academy & Holy House as we mark the beginning of the Christian year with an atmospheric and breath-taking candlelit liturgy of music and prayers in anticipation of the coming of Christ at Christmas. More
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Sun, Dec. 3 at 2:30 pm - Mount St. Francis, Cochrane | St. Francis created the first creche nativitiy scene in 1223. Celebrate the 800th anniversary with the Franciscans at Mount St. Francis, by bringing your nativity set to be blessed. More
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Tue, Dec. 5 at 7 pm - St. Michael's, Calgary | CCSD High Choral Festival featuring choirs from Bishop Carroll, Bishop O'Byrne, Notre Dame, Bishop McNally, All Saints, St. Francis, St. Mary's and Our Lady of the Rockies. More
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Holy Spirit Advent Mission with Fr. Dan
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Mon, Dec. 4 & Tue, Dec. 5 at 7 pm - Holy Spirit Parish, Calgary | Join Holy Spirit's Advent Mission with guest speaker Friar Dan Gurnick. Mass will be celebrated at 7 pm, followed by presentation, refreshment and discussion. More
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The Living Nativity
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Sat, Dec. 9 from 4 pm to 8 pm - The field next to the parking lot of St. James' Parish, Okotoks | Come and walk through the Town of Bethlehem and meet the Holy Family in this live replica of the Christmas Nativity. Admission is free. Live actors, live animals, and live music! More
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Stories from Portugal
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Sat, Dec. 9 at 7 pm - Catholic Pastoral Centre | Come and meet our Catholic young people for a night of fellowship and fundraising as the SFXC World Youth Day pilgrims give witness to and share testimonies of their experience at this past summer’s World Youth Day in Lisbon, Portugal. Register
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Priestly Vocations Night
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Sat, Dec. 9 from 5 pm to 9 pm at St. Luke's, Calgary | Men: Have you ever thought God might be calling you to be a priest? Come to the Priestly Vocations Night with Fr. Derek Remus. Mass at 5 pm, followed by Evening Prayer, supper, presentation on discerning a vocation, and silent prayer before the Blessed Sacrament. More
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Events in December 2023 |
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- Fri, Dec. 1 | Taize Prayer - FCJ Centre, Calgary
- Fri, Dec. 1 | L'Arche Calgary Christmas Pageant - St. Mary's University
- Fri, Dec. 1 to Sun, Dec. 3 | 40 Hours for Priestly and Religious Vocations - St. Anthony's Adoration Chapel, Calgary
- Fri, Dec. 1 to Sun, Dec. 3 | Come to the Manger – Advent Retreat
- Fri, Dec. 1 to Sun, Dec. 3 | Advent Individual Retreat - FJC Centre
- Dec 2 - 23 | Simbang Gabi in Parishes in Calgary
- Sat, Dec. 2 | Advent Christian Meditation - FJC Centre
- Sat, Dec. 2 | Having a Mary Heart during a Martha Season - Holy Spirit Parish, Calgary
- Sat, Dec. 2 | Women's Advent Retreat - Holy Family, Medicine Hat
- Sat, Dec. 2 | Christmas Concert - Ste. Famille, Calgary
- Sun, Dec. 3 | Blessing of Christmas Crèches - Mount St. Francis, Cochrane
- Sun, Dec. 3 | Come to the Manger Advent Retreat - Mount St. Francis, Cochrane
- Mon, Dec. 4 | Advent Twilight Retreat - Martha Retreat Centre, Letbhridge
- Mon, Dec. 4 | Preparing for the Greatest Joy: Holy Spirit Advent Mission with Fr. Dan Gurnick - Holy Spirit Parish, Calgary
- Mon, Dec. 4 | CWL Christmas Dinner in Brooks
- Tue, Dec. 5 | Daily Examen: Moment with God - FCJ Centre
- Tue, Dec. 5 | Cappy Smart Band Concert - St. Gerard's, Calgary
- Wed, Dec. 6 | Hear the Angel Sings - High School Choral Festival - St. Michael's, Calgary
- Wed, Dec. 6 | Bambino of Bethlehem – Day Retreat - Mount St. Francis, Cochrane
- Wed, Dec. 6 | Advent by Candlelight - Ascension Catholic Parish, Calgary
- Wed, Dec. 7 | Welcome Home: How to make our parishes more inviting - Webinar with Fr. Troy Nguyen, Dr. Lance Dixon, Dr. Bonnie Annicchiarico
- Thu, Dec. 7 | Christian Meditation Monthly Drop-in Group - FCJ Centre
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- Thu, Dec. 7 | Family Advent Fire, FCJ Centre, Calgary
- Dec. 8 (Fri) - 10 (Sun) | Winter Stillness Retreat - Mount St. Francis, Cochrane
- Fri, Dec. 8 | Pray the Living Rosary - St. Gerard's, Calgary
- Fri, Dec. 8 | An Evening with Mary - St. James', Calgary
- Fri, Dec. 8 | Pray the Living Rosary - St. Gerard's, Calgary
- Dec 8 - 10 | Winter Stillness Retreat - Mount St. Francis, Cochrane
- Sat, Dec. 9 | The Living Nativity - St. James, Okotok
- Sat, Dec. 9 | Priestly Vocations Night with Fr. Derek Remus - St. Luke's Parish, Calgary
- Sat, Dec. 9 | Stories of Portugal: Hearing from the Participants of World Youth Day
- Sun, Dec. 10 | Catholic Advent Market - St. Michael's, Calgary
- Sun, Dec. 10 | Knight's Breakfast in Brooks
- Sun, Dec. 10 | Festival of Carols - St. James', Calgary
- Sun, Dec. 10 | Seekers Group for Unmarried Women
- Sun, Dec. 10 | Christmas at Greccio - Mount St. Francis, Cochrane
- Sun, Dec. 10 | Festival of Songs and Christmas Carols, Canadian Martyr's, Calgary
- Mon, Dec. 11 | Advent Carols and Cookies - Holy Name, Calgary
- Tue, Dec. 12 | Taize Advent Prayer Service - St. Luke's, Calgary
- Wed, Dec. 13 | Praying with Icons - FCJ Centre, Calgary
- Wed, Dec. 13 | St. James' School Christmas Concert - St. James', Calgary
- Thu, Dec. 14 | Advent Twilight Retreat - FCJ Centre, Calgary
- Dec. 14 - 22 | Simbang Gabi in Brooks
- Sat, Dec. 16 | Evening with the Dominican Sisters
- Dec. 14-22 | Simbang Gabi Christmas Novena Masses - St. Mary's, Brooks
- Sun, Dec. 17 | St. John Choir Schola's Nine Lessons and Carols - St. Mary's Cathedral
- Sun, Dec. 17 | Vespers & Study of the life of St. Francis - St. Luke's, Calgary
- Sun, Dec. 17 | Cocoa & Christmas Sing-Along - St. Joseph's, Calgary
- Mon, Dec. 18 | Advent Mission with Divine Mercy Sisters - St. Gabriel's, Chestermere
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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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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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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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