Mass Schedule - Stage1 #OpenforSummer #Backto15%capacity
Weekdays
Tuesday at 7 pm
Wednesday at 9 am
Thursday at 9 am
Thursday at 7 pm (we are keeping it)
Friday at Noon
Weekend
Saturday 5 pm
Sunday 9 am Mass
Sunday 11 am Mass
Sunday 5 pm Mass
Mass Prayer Intentions
Liturgical Ministers Schedule
Last Sunday Collections
Envelope: $2,361 | Loose: $108
Thank you for your generous gift to the Church. May God's abundant blessing be with you. To give your Sunday offering, click here.
Together in Action
St. Joseph's Parish 2024 Goal: $32,589 | Donations to Date: $4,531
To donate for TIA, use the envelope at the back of the church, or drop off or mail donations to St. Joseph's Parish. Find more information about Together in Action
To donate for TIA, use the envelope at the back of the church, or drop off or mail donations to St. Joseph's Parish. Find more information about Together in Action
Prayer Requests
In the charity of your prayers, please remember Zofia "Sophie" Sliwonik who dies on March 8, 2024.
All are welcome to join for Stations of the Cross, followed by soup and buns, every Friday at 7PM throughout Lent, unless indicated otherwise.
Stations of the Cross will be led by the following ministries:
- February 16 - Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion
- February 23 - Confirmation Team
- March 1 - Lectors
- March 8 - RCIA
- March 15 - Hospitality
- March 22 - Parish Lenten Penitential Service at 7PM (no Stations of the Cross)
- March 29 - The Society of St. Vincent de Paul (no soup and buns due to Good Friday)
Lent, Holy Week, and Easter in the Diocese
Lenten events, penitential services, Triduum and Easter schedules throughout the Diocese of Calgary are available below:
Donations for Fr. Marek
Thank you for your gesture of love, friendship, and help towards Fr. Marek. He was touched by your generous offerings.
Please know that Fr. Marek is happy and doing well. He has been assigned as the Chaplain of Sisters in Poland, bordering the Baltic Sea.
Solemnity of St. Joseph Potluck Sign Up
Sandwiches will be provided by the Parish. We welcome you to bring a potluck dish to share. Please use sign up button to indicate the dish you plan to bring.
Potluck - Tue, Mar 19 after 7:00pm Mass
CWL Purdy's Fundraiser
Calling ALL Chocolate-lovers!! Our Purdys Fundraiser begins....NOW! Stock up on beautiful Easter gift boxes, fun chocolate bunnies, Sweet Georgia Browns and more. All profits will go directly to St. Joseph's CWL so they can continue to help the many charities they support. Satisfy those cravings and get all your Easter gift shopping done while supporting a great cause!
Our goal is to raise $1000.00 so we need your help—but don’t worry, all you need to do is choose which chocolates to order.
Get your Easter treats by following the link https://fundraising.purdys.com/1621891-115059 .
Check it out by signing in with your email address and a password that you choose; there is no obligation to order. After you sign in, you can browse through the amazing selection of chocolates available. If you do decide you want one or more of these great products, order and pay by March 16, 2024. Orders will arrive sometime during the week of March 24. You will be contacted when orders are ready for pick-up at St. Joseph's Parish.
If you prefer to pay by e-transfer, cheque or cash, just give your order form and payment to us, and we will process it for you. E-transfers can be sent to Marilou Legeyt at legeyt@gmail.com. Be sure to also email your order form to her and Marilou.
You can browse or download the catalogue at SFR-Easter_Catalog_2024-Ver4_pages.pdf (purdys.com) and you can download the order form at SFR-Easter-2024-Order-Form-AB.pdf (purdys.com). (We have attached copies for you to make it even easier)
If you have any questions, please contact: Marilou at legeyt@gmail.com
CWL Meeting
The next CWL meeting will be held on Tuesday, March 12 after the 7pm Mass.
Altar Server Ministry
COMMUNITY. IDENTITY. MISSION
We are still looking for altar servers! We invite any youth who has received their First Holy Communion to join the Altar Server Ministry. For those interested, please complete the Altar Server Registration Form.
St. Joseph's encourages you to enjoy our subscription to Formed.org
Create your FREE account (click for video walkthrough):
- Go to formed.org/signup
- In the search bar for "Find Your Parish or Organization" enter St. Joseph Parish, then select "St. Joseph Parish 640 19 Ave NW Calgary AB" and click on "Next"
- Sign up with your name and email address
Once you have signed up, don’t forget to download the free iOS or Android app to put FORMED at your fingertips, or find it on Roku, AppleTV, and many other devices!
Fourth Sunday of Lent
The image of a serpent raised up on a pole has become a cultural symbol of healing. The Gospel of John is an invitation to look upon Jesus crucified and to see in this image the healing of the world. It is an invitation to bring our darkness into the healing light of the cross. In the glory of the cross we see our sinfulness for what it really is – the bearer of death. In today’s Gospel we are extended the invitation to step into the light and become bearers of life.
- Nicodemus resisted stepping into the light. What makes bringing our darkness into the light so difficult?
- It is difficult to see in the dark. Where in your life do you need the light of Christ to help you see more clearly?
- Recall a time when you experience illumination or insight that brought you to see things in a new way. How did this change you?
- Darkness can be social as well as personal. In what ways is our culture the bearer of darkness and death?
(Reflection: Diocese of Saskatoon)
In this week’s Encountering the Word video for the Fourth Sunday of Lent, Jeff Cavins shares the deeper meaning behind the most ubiquitous verse in Scripture, John 3:16. He explains how this verse is calling us to imitate Christ, especially this Lenten season (4 mnts).
Children's Corner
- Kid's Bulletin this Sunday
- Colouring Page this Sunday
- Sunday Connection this Sunday (Gr. 1-8)
- Children's Liturgy of the Word this Sunday
For the children - The Desert of Lent! (8 mnts)
CCCB's "Journey through Lent" Video
On this Fourth Sunday of Lent, Bishop Hagemoen provides a reflection on rejoicing on our journey to Christ.
Vows Within the Seeds of the Word Community
A sacred celebration of vows took place within the Seeds of the Word Community on Sunday, March 3, 2024 in St. Mary's Cathedral. This celebration witnessed Christopher Kokot, now Brother John Paul, professing his first vow, while Brother Paul Andrew and Sister Clarisse took their temporary vows. Read more & view photos
40 Hours Devotion for Vocations
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:
- St. Luke's, Calgary, Fri, Mar 8 at 8:30 am to Sun, Mar 10 at 8 am
- St. Bonaventure's, Calgary, Wed, Mar 13 at 7 am - Thu, Mar 14 at midnight
- 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)
- NEW! St. James', Okotoks - Fri, May 24 at 4:30 pm to Sun, May 26 at 8:30 am.
St. Peter's Young Adult Group - Forgiven: Where are You?
How do we deal with sin? Initially we rationalize, we blame, we make excuses. We feel guilty. We are looking for peace and contentment. God is love. He wants us to be truly happy. Join us for this great presentation on Formed.org, that includes Dr. Edward Sri, Matt Fradd, Jason Evert, Jim Beckman, and a number of other top Catholic speakers.
Join us at the St. Peter's Young Adult Group, for ages 18-36, on Friday, Mar. 15, 2024, at 7:00 pm at St. Peter's Catholic Church. For more information, or to get on our email list to hear about all our great meetings, go to our website www.spyag.ca or email Matthew at: youngadultgroup@st-peters.ca.
Solidarity Sunday | March 17
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.
- Suggested action items for families:
- Bring your donation jar to church for today’s Solidarity Sunday collection or donate online
- It's not too late to take on the Solidarity Calendar - download here
- Bishop McGrattan will celebrate the Solidarity Sunday on March 17 at Noon, at St. Mary's Cathedral.
Training Next-generation Farmers in Indonesia
In rural Indonesia, young people are abandoning agriculture to work in cities. Over time, this could threaten food sovereignty.
Our partner PAYOPAYO empowers village communities to work together to find solutions to common challenges related to agriculture, food, energy, natural resource management and the engagement of youths, especially women.
This Lent, meet our solidarity visitor Karno Batiran, the executive director of PAYOPAYO. Learn more at devp.org/lent.
Pastoral Care Ministry Training
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. Whether you’re a new minister or someone with prior training in Pastoral Care Ministry, this workshop warmly welcomes you.
- Sessions: Saturday, April 20th and Saturday, May 4 at Catholic Pastoral Centre (120 17 Ave SW)
- Deadline to register: April 15, 2024
- Register now at catholicyyca.ca/pastoralcare
- Download poster
God Squad Canada is hosting its 27th annual Men’s Conference called “The Way to the Father” on March 22-23, 2024 at Ascension Catholic Parish in Calgary. Jon Leonetti is a best-selling author, an internationally recognized Catholic Speaker, a radio host, and our keynote speaker. He shares in the joys and challenges that so many of us, as men, do. Jon, along with Brother Simon of the Seeds of the Word Community in Calgary will be educating and inspiring us, ultimately bringing us into a deeper relationship with God the Almighty Father.
Join Beloved Daughters Ministry for their second annual women’s conference entitled, “Worthy and Made New.” Conference will be held from May 3-4, 2024 at St. Michael's Church (Calgary, AB) with guest speakers Crystalina Evert and Fr. Anthony Sortino, LC. For more information visit: www.beloveddaughtersyyc.com
Other Resources & Events
- ABLAZE Youth Ministry in March 2023
Set your hearts on Fire - ablaze with love for God and His Catholic Church! The following events are available for all youth in the Diocese:- Sat, Mar 9 from 10 am to 5 pm - for Gr. 6-8 | Elevate: FacetoFace at St. Bonaventure’s, Calgary
- Sat, Mar 16 (7 to 9 pm) - for Gr. 7-12 | Impact Nights with Access52 at St. Michael’s, Calgary
- Mar 22-23 - for Gr. 9-12 (Boys only) | God Squad Conference at Ascension, Calgary
- For more info, call 403-278-7556 or email troy.nguyen@calgarydiocese.ca
- Priestly Vocations Night
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 prayer before the Blessed Sacrament. When: Saturday, Mar 16, from 5 pm to 9 pm at St. Luke’s, Calgary. - Mother Maria of Russia, on Uniting the Cross and the Sword
Fr. Tim Boyle will speak on The Art of Accompaniment, picking up on the theme from the Synod preparation document "Enlarge the Tent." When: Mon, Mar 18 at 10:30 am at St. Martha's, Lethbridge or watch via live stream here (stmarthasparish.ca). Download guided reflection - 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
- Live-In Retreat in Okotoks, AB
A Live-In is a weekend retreat to grow in faith with Jesus. Organized by the Calgary Live-In Retreat Society, the upcoming Live-In will be hosted on March 22-24 (Friday evening and ends Sunday afternoon) in Okotoks. Please contact us by e-mail calgarylivein@telus.net or Phone Don at 403-510-1208 for more information or to register.
- 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 Calendar Highlights
- Fri, Mar 8 | Way of the Cross: Liliana's Story: A reflection on the Trafficking of Human Person - FCJ Centre
- Mar 8-10 | 40 Hours Devotion for Vocations at St. Luke's Calgary
- Fri, Mar 8| Clear Water Academy Open House
- Sat, Mar 9 | ABLAZE Youth Ministry - St. Bonaventure
- Sun, Mar 10 | Knights Breakfast Sunday - St. Mary's Brooks
- Mon, Mar 11 | Lenten Evening Reflection - FCJ Centre
- Tue, Mar 12 | Lenten Retreat - St. Paul's, Airdrie
- Mar 13-14 | 40 Hours Devotion for Vocations at St. Bonaventure's, Calgary
- Tue, Mar 13 | Paper Prayers: Collage as prayer - FCJ Centre
- 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
- 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. JosephPilgrim 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
- 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
If you or your family need spiritual or emotional support, or if you would like a priest or parishioner to call you, please contact the parish at 403-289-2591 or reply to this email. If you require assistance with food hampers from St. Vincent de Paul, you can contact the parish office to connect to the SVDP Society. For other barrier-free access in Calgary, click here.
Support our parish and set up a regular or one-time gift online by clicking the image above, or visit catholicyyc.ca/stjosephcalgary or contact the Parish Office to set up a direct debit deposit (403-289-2591). Thank you for making St. Joseph a thriving parish!
Parish Mass & Confession Schedule
Sunday Masses
- Saturday 5 pm
- Sunday 9 am
- Sunday 11 am
- Sunday 5 pm
Weekday Masses
- Tuesday 7 pm
- Wednesday 9 am
- Thursday 9 am
- Friday at Noon, followed by Adoration to 3 pm, ending with Chapel of Divine Mercy
Confessions at St. Joseph
- Tuesday 6:00 to 6:55 PM
- Wednesday 8:00 to 8:55 AM
- Thursday 8:00 to 8:55 AM
- Friday 11:00 to 11:55 AM
- Saturday 9:00 to 10:00 AM
- or by appointment, 403-289-2591