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Calgary Catholic Charismatic Renewal Society
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Excerpt from The Diocese of Calgary Website:
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.
(updated on March 27, 2022 messages/ information taken from the website of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Calgary)
Insights of Discipleship in the Diocese of Calgary
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Here is the March 2022 Issue of Faithfully PDF version – Faithfully Magazine
Pastoral Letter from Bishop McGrattan
“The act of humbly seeking God’s mercy and grace in prayer this Lent can further the dialogue of peace. Such acts of penance can be transformational for us and the world.”
Indigenous Delegation: March 28 to April 1
Indigenous Delegations to meet the Pope this Monday
Catholics across the country are invited to join in collective prayer as a delegation of Indigenous survivors, Elders, knowledge keepers and young people travel to Rome to meet with Pope Francis from March 28 to April 1. The journey, organized by the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops, represents an important moment in the ongoing journey of healing and reconciliation. As announced in late October, the delegation will also help inform the planned pilgrimage of the Holy Father to Canada at a future date. For more information, please visit www.cccb.ca
Bishop William McGrattan and Edmonton Archbishop Richard Smith are among the Canadian bishops set to accompany the delegates. Please keep them in your prayers.
An interview with Fr. Cristino Bouvette
Archdiocese of Edmonton sat down with Fr. Cristino Bouvette a couple months ago to talk about how we define reconciliation, and to learn from his uniquely knowledgeable perspective as an indigenous Roman Catholic priest. Watch video now
Resources for Indigenous Delegation Visit
Please check the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops‘s website and find rich source of information about the Indigenous delegation. Resources include communication materials for parishes, the faithful, journalists and educational resources.
Christian response to bioethical challenges
Pray the Pope’s Intention this month:
There are essentially two risks for Christians that Pope Francis highlights in this video. The first is to see technological progress as an enemy, and therefore, to oppose it in every way and try to “curb” it. The second risk is to suffer it passively, pretending that nothing is happening and ending up “hiding our head like an ostrich” when “respect for human dignity” is put into doubt. There is only one solution: “an even more profound and subtle discernment,” so as to accompany technological progress in its path of service to humanity.
Re-introducing Solidarity Sunday | April 3
This Lent Bishop McGrattan has re-introduced Solidarity Sunday in our Diocese.
So what is it? It has been an integral part of Development and Peace-Caritas Canada since 1968. Parishes throughout Canada hold a special Mass and a collection that gives us the opportunity to stand together in solidarity with the poorest of the poor in the Global South – in prayer and almsgiving.
Please note that due to the pandemic Bishop McGrattan asks that we hold this collection, just for this year, over more than just Solidarity Sunday so that more of us will have the opportunity to give.
This Lent we are invited to pray for all those who are the poorest and most forgotten and to give generously at our Solidarity Sunday Second Collection, which will be taken up on the Fourth Sunday (March 27) and Fifth Sunday(April 3) of Lent. Throughout our country our bishops are asking us to support Development and Peace-Caritas Canada in the life-giving work in places such as Honduras, Cambodia, Madagascar – and Ukraine. Pastoral Letter from Bishop McGrattan re: Solidarity Sunday
Chrism Mass | April 11
The Paschal Triduum will begin with the blessing and consecration of oils and the Holy Chrism by Bishop McGrattan. All faithful are invited to this celebration which will take place on Monday, April 11, 11 am, at St. Mary’s, Cathedral.
Pastoral Care Ministry Training | May 6-7
The Diocese of Calgary is offering a Pastoral Care Ministry Training for those who feel called to assist their parish in a healing ministry to the sick, elderly, dying, homebound and bereaved members.
There is no cost to attend this workshop for new or those previously trained in Pastoral Care Ministry.
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It is now possible to make your regular offertory gift online.
Our parishes rely on our regular offertory giving for maintenance and growth.
By making your pre-authorized offertory gift, you are providing crucial support to care for your parish during this difficult time.
You can also use the online giving page on the diocesan website to set up a one-time or recurring donation to your parish via credit-card. Funds donated will be transferred to the selected parish.
Give now at https://www.catholicyyc.ca/donatetoparish.html or contact your Parish to set up a direct debit deposit.