Lent, Holy Week, and Easter
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Chrism Mass
The Diocese of Calgary will celebrate the Chrism Mass on Monday, Mar 25 at 7 pm, at St. Mary’s Cathedral. During this mass, the priests, deacons, and all the faithful gather around Bishop McGrattan, who blesses the Holy Oils for use in the coming year. Cathedral doors will be open to the public at 6Holy Week & Triduum with Bishop McGrattan
All are welcome! Bishop McGrattan will celebrate the following liturgies at St. Mary’s Cathedral:
- Chrism Mass on Monday, Mar 25 at 7 pm
- Holy Thursday, on Thursday, Mar 28 at 7 pm
- Good Friday, on Friday, Mar 29 at 3 pm
- Easter Vigil, on Saturday, Mar 30 at 8 pm
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All are invited to join Bishop McGrattan on the Outdoor Way of the Cross on Good Friday, March 29, 2024 at 9 am. We are introducing a new route this year that begins at St. Mary’s University and leads us to the Father Lacombe Centre. Remember to dress appropriately for the outdoors. For more information, visit catholicyyc.ca/wayofthecross |
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CCCB’s “Journey through Lent” Video
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On this Fifth Sunday of Lent, Bishop Hagemoen provides a reflection on God’s call to us all to care for one another..
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Pastoral Care Ministry Training
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The Diocese of Calgary invites individuals who feel called to assist their parish in a healing ministry. This Pastoral Care Training is designed for those who wish to support the sick, elderly, dying, homebound, and bereaved members of their community. Note: Participants should receive approval from their Pastor and/or Pastoral Care Coord. Please reach out to your parish for screening requirements.
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Solidarity Sunday | March 17
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The Fifth Sunday of Lent, March 17, is celebrated throughout most of Canada as Solidarity Sunday, where parishes hold a special collection for Development and Peace – Caritas Canada and pray for greater fellowship and understanding amongst people worldwide. Please pray for Development and Peace – Caritas Canada, its members and partners as we strive for God’s kingdom to come here on earth as it is in heaven.
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40 Hours Devotion for Vocations
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In the Gospel, Jesus tells us to pray for vocations: “The harvest is plentiful, but the labourers are few; therefore ask the Lord of the harvest to send out labourers into his harvest” (Matt. 9:37-38). Come and pray with us at the upcoming 40 Hours Devotion for Vocations:
- Mary, Mother of the Redeemer, Calgary – Tue, Mar 20 at 7 am to Wed, Mar 21 at midnight
- Holy Spirit, Calgary – Sat morning, Apr 6 to Sun evening, Apr 7 – [time TBC]
- St. Anthony’s, Calgary – Fri, Apr 5 at 3 pm to Sun, Apr 7 at 7 am
- St. Martha’s, Lethbridge, Fri, Apr 12 at 8 am to Sat, Apr 13 at midnight
- St. Michael’s, Calgary – Fri, Apr 19 at 4:30 pm to Sun, Apr 21 at 8:30 am – (followed by Vocations Rally in the afternoon)
- St. James’, Okotoks – Fri, May 24 at 4:30 pm to Sun, May 26 at 8:30 am.
For more information about hosting 40 Hours Devotion in your parish, please contact Fr. Derek Remus at derek.remus@calgarydiocese.ca or click here. |
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- Sunday Bulletin shorts, free to use: This week the readings invite reflection on the deep and heartfelt relationship between Jesus and his Father that made possible the sacrifice of the cross. Because of his troubled time of anticipated trial Jesus prayed. In answer, the Father promised to glorify Jesus from the cross where all people will be drawn into him.
- Which statement struck us most forcefully, and why?
- What needs to die in you to be fully Christian?
- What cost are you willing to pay to follow Jesus?
- When you look for Jesus, what is it you want to see?
(Reflection: Diocese of Saskatoon)
- Resources for children
- 40 Hours Devotion in the Diocese of Calgary
“The harvest is plentiful, but the labourers are few; therefore ask the Lord of the harvest to send out labourers into his harvest” (Matt. 9:37-38). Pray with us as for an increase of vocations to the priesthood and consecrated life in our Diocese. Come and pray before the Lord | catholicyyca.ca/40hours
- Lenten Penitential Services
In preparing us for the celebration of the Paschal Mystery of Christ’s Passion, Death, and Resurrection, join a penitential service and rejoice in God’s Mercy! See the complete schedule of Lenten Penitential Serivces at: catholicyyc.ca/lent
- Solemnity of St. Joseph Mass with Bishop McGrattan
All are welcome to celebrate the Solemnity of St. Joseph’s Mass with Bishop McGrattan, and celebrate 400 years of St. Joseph as Patron of Canada. Refreshments will follow at the Parish Hall. More: Tue, Mar 19 at 7 pm – St. Joseph’s Church, Calgary. More info
- St. Joseph’s Pilgrim Icon Prayer Service
A blessed copy of the beautiful icon of St Joseph, fashioned after the original icon housed at St Joseph’s Oratory in Montreal, will be on display at St Bonaventure church for this special evening service. When: Tue, Mar 19 at 7 pm – St. Bonaventure, Calgary. More info
- 27th Annual God Squad Men’s Conference
God Squad Canada is hosting its annual Men’s Conference called “The Way to the Father” on March 22-23, 2024 at Ascension Catholic Parish in Calgary with keynote speaker: Jon Leonetti, an author, Catholic Speaker, radio host, but most importantly a husband and a father; as well as Brother Simon of the Seeds of the Word Community in Calgary. Get tickets here
- Into the Deep: Finding Peace through Prayer Retreat
St. Albert the Great invites you to a retreat for anyone wanting to begin or deepen their prayer life with speakers: Elizabeth Sanesh, Michelle and Tom Diment together with the Come As You Are team on the weekend of March 22-23, 2024. What sets authentic Christian prayer apart from the many “spiritual” practices being promoted today? How does one pray? There will be video reflection, small group discussions, Adoration and prayer ministry. For more information, contact the parish office at 403-257-6054. More info
- Youth & Holy Week Missions
Regnum Christi Calgary is inviting young people to a week-long event during Holy Week 2024. This event is designed to help young people develop a deeper relationship with Christ and will include a range of activities such as Mass, Adoration, Confession, games, food, live Stations of the Cross, and a Marian procession. The event will be held from Mar 24 – 30 at St. James’ Parish in Okotoks. More info & registration
- March/April Calendar Highlights
- Mar 13-14 | 40 Hours Devotion for Vocations at St. Bonaventure’s, Calgary
- Thu, Mar 14 | Men’s Night: What does it mean to build your life on Christ? – Clear Water Academy, Calgary
- Mar 15-17 | Lenten Retreat – St. Mark’s, Calgary
- Sat, Mar 16 | Priestly Vocations Night – St. Luke’s, Calgary
- Sat, Mar 16 | ABLAZE Youth Ministry – St. Michael’s, Calgary
- NEW! Sat. Mar 16 | CCCRS 36th Anniversary – Canadian Martyrs, Calgary
- NEW! Sat. Mar 16 | Marian Retreat – Seeds of the Word – Our Lady of the Rockies, Canmore
- Sun, Mar 17 | Solidarity Sunday in Parishes in the Diocese
- Tue, Mar 19 | Solemnity of St. Joseph Mass with Bishop McGrattan – St. Joseph’s, Calgary
- Tues, Mar 19 | Feast Day of St. Joseph Pilgrim Icon Program – St. Bonaventure, Calgary
- Thu, Mar 21 | Walking with Women in the New Testament – FCJ Centre
- Mar 22-23 | ABLAZE Youth Ministry – Ascension, Calgary
- Mar 22-23 | God Squad Men’s Conference – Ascension, Calgary
- Mar 22-24 | Live-In Retreat – St. John Paul II collegiate School, Okotoks
- NEW! Mar 22-23 | Into the Deep Retreat: Finding Peace Through Prayer – St. Albert the Great, Calgary
- Sun, Mar 24 | Palm Sunday – Holy Week Begins – Mass Finder
- Mar 24-30 | Holy Week Mission for Youth Gr. 7-12 – St. James’, Okotoks
- Mon, Mar 25 | Chrism Mass at 7 pm – St. Mary’s Cathedral, Calgary
- Mon Mar 25 | Lenten Evening Reflection – FCJ Centre
- Wed Mar 27 | Charity of the Cross Retreat – Mt. St. Francis Retreat Centre
- Thu, Mar 28 | Paschal Triduum – Holy Thursday – Parish Triduum Schedule
- Fri, Mar 29 | Paschal Triduum – Good Friday – Parish Triduum Schedule
- Sat, Mar 30 | Paschal Triduum – Easter Vigil – Parish Triduum Schedule
- Sun, Mar 31 | Easter Sunday – Parish Easter Schedule
- NEW! Apr 5-7 | 40 Hours Devotion for Vocations at St. Anthony’s Parish, Calgary
- NEW! Apr 6-7 | 40 Hours Devotion for Vocations at Holy Spirit Parish, Calgary
- NEW! Apr 6 | 14th Annual Run for L’Arche, Calgary – St. Patrick’s Island
- NEW! Apr 7 | Divine Mercy Sunday – Ascension Parish, Calgary
- NEW! Apr 9 | Calgary Pro-Life AGM – St. Anthony’s, Calgary
- NEW! Apr 12-13 | 40 Hours Devotion for Vocation at St. Martha’s Parish, Lethbridge
- NEW! Apr 12 | CRSC Conference “Come and See” Mass & Healing Service – St. Luke’s, Calgary
- NEW! Apr 13 | CRSC Conference “Come and See” – St. Thomas More, Calgary
- NEW! Apr 13-14 | Sacrament Fair (Faith Gifts) – Holy Name, Calgary
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