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
The Fruits of the Lenten Mission
We are blessed by Fr. Julian who shared his experience of praying the psalms. I am so grateful for all those who attended; your attendance is the best feedback for us. Thank you to all the volunteers who helped organize the mission. I am hoping that our prayer with the psalms will become more common and that we continue to live in the prayerful spirit in our daily lives. May we be able to choose our favourite psalm and even memorize it. Maybe even some of us can pray it daily and pray the Liturgy of the Hours. Or maybe one day we can start to make a liturgy prayer in the church. Time will show which is the best way for us. Again, thank you for being present and sacrificing your time. Thank you also for your generosity; in fact, to our surprise, your donations covered the cost of the retreat.
Fr. Tadeusz
Thank You From Fr. Tadeusz's Sister
On behalf of my sister, Agata, I want to thank you once again for your prayers and any solidarity you have expressed for her family. She was very moved that people from a faraway country are showing their support. As you know, their apartment was completely destroyed. They were able to find a rental until Easter, but are now looking for a new place to stay until they are able to renovate their house. I am aware that it takes a lot of perseverance to rebuild a life step-by-step; let us pray for her that she may be open to believing in God’s providence, that with God’s presence and the support of others, that they can rebuild their life. Again, thank you for your prayers and any kind of solidarity.
Fr. Tadeusz
Ringing of Bells
Bells will be rung during the Gloria on Holy Thursday and Easter Vigil. Please feel free to bring your bells from home.
Blessing of the Food
A blessing of Easter food will take place on Saturday, April 19 at 11:00am.
Holy Week
HOLY WEEK begins on PALM SUNDAY – where we recall in the first gospel the entry of Jesus into Jerusalem to celebrate Passover, with people waving palm branches and shouting “Hosanna” (customary for honouring a king). Later we hear the story of his passion and death read from the same gospel where the same people who welcomed Jesus, then condemned him.
The first half of Holy Week offers us a three-part liturgy of the Word. Each day we read one of Isaiah's 'Songs of the Servant' (the fourth is read at the Good Friday liturgy). The gospel readings these days are centered on Judas’ betrayal, comparing his treatment of Jesus with that of others in their circle: Mary of Bethany (Monday), Peter (Tuesday), and the Eleven (Wednesday). In three scenes, this first act of Holy Week presents us with a deepening sense of tragedy, through acts of love, disappointment, doubt, and betrayal.
Before we begin Easter Triduum, we have three Holy days: Holy Monday, Holy Tuesday, and Holy Wednesday.
Holy Monday: Mary vs. Judas
John writes that after Mary poured expensive oil on the feet of Jesus, Judas complained: “Why wasn’t this money used for the poor?”
Mary: What can I offer to Jesus? Judas: What can I get from Jesus? Spiritual vs. material. Community of faith vs. business corporation. Is there still room for God? We hear today that Judas was indeed greedy.
Holy Tuesday: Peter’s Fall vs. Judas’ Fall
The Church is calling you to recognize yourself in Judas and Peter.
In the sinful persons of Judas and Peter, we witness two different types of betrayal: Judas by deed, Peter by word; Judas with a kiss, Peter by turning his back. Judas cries, “Hail, Rabbi!”, while Peter cries, “I do not know the man!”
There are many different ways in our lives by which we betray Jesus.
Judas and Peter have both walked in and with the Light, but they both turn to the darkness and betray Jesus. Judas turns Jesus over to the Sanhedrin to be crucified but Peter betrays Jesus through denial.
The very close friends of Jesus ended up betraying Him! Peter admitted his mistake and was forgiven; Judas did the opposite and chose his own way.
Holy Wednesday: “Spy Wednesday”
Today is traditionally called “Spy Wednesday” from when the word “spy” meant something like “traitor”. We remember the actions of Judas Iscariot, the disciple who betrayed Jesus for 30 pieces of silver. We know that Judas was greedy. However, it was that he justified the betrayal in his own mind, the first words out of his mouth today are "What are you willing to give me?"
THE EASTER TRIDUUM
HOLY THURSDAY – As we move into the Easter Triduum, the three holiest days of the year, Lent ends with the celebration of the evening Mass of the Lord’s Supper. The oils blessed by the Bishop at the Chrism Mass are brought up in procession at the beginning of the Mass. The Gloria is sung at this mass and church bells are rung. Following the homily and based on the gospel of John when Jesus washed the feet of his disciples, Father then washes the feet of twelve persons from the parish, symbolizing humility and service to one another. At the end of Mass, the Blessed Sacrament is processed around the church to an Altar of Repose – all Eucharistic Ministers are invited to join the procession. Representing the time that Jesus was in the Garden of Gethsemane, we are encouraged to spend some time in the church to be with him in this time of agony.
GOOD FRIDAY – In the Liturgy of the Word today, we hear the account of the Lord’s passion from the gospel of John. In the intercessions, we pray for the needs of the Church and the world. As we venerate the Cross we show reverence for this symbol of our salvation – we are reminded that because of Jesus’ victory over death on the cross, we also will overcome death and have everlasting life. There is no Mass but Communion is distributed with hosts that were consecrated on Holy Thursday. This is a day of fasting and abstinence.
HOLY SATURDAY – is a day of prayer, reflection and meditation as Jesus lies in the tomb.
EASTER VIGIL – This is the high point of the entire Church year. We celebrate fully the resurrection of Jesus from the grave and his victory over death with the promise of eternal life for us. This celebration begins in darkness symbolizing the darkness of sin, of our world and in ourselves. A new fire is lit at the entrance of the church, from which the Easter Candle – the Light of Christ - is lit and processed into the church, and, as candles are lit throughout the church, the Light of the Risen Jesus spreads among us and dispels the darkness. In the Liturgy of the Word, we hear of all the wonderful things God has done for us because of his infinite and unconditional love for us – from creation right through to becoming man and giving his life in atonement for our sins. We sing Alleluia as we rejoice over Jesus’ victory over death. In the Liturgy of Baptism, new Christians are welcomed into the Church, and members of our whole community renew our own baptismal promises. Finally, the Liturgy of the Eucharist gathers us all together at the table of the Lord, in unity as the Body of Christ, as Church.
Chrism Mass
The Diocese of Calgary will celebrate the Chrism Mass on Monday, April 14 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. Door opens at 6 pm. All are welcome!
Sacred Triduum
Thursday of Holy week (Maundy Thursday) is the beginning of the Sacred Triduum which continues for three days. These three days of remembrance include the liturgies of: Holy Thursday, Good Friday, and the Easter Vigil. They are the yearly retreat of every Christian. Let us fix our eyes on Jesus.
Holy Week, Triduum, and Easter with Bishop McGrattan
- Palm Sunday on April 13 at Noon
- Chrism Mass on Monday, April 14 at 7 pm
- Holy Thursday, on Thursday, April 17 at 7 pm
- The Outdoor Way of the Cross on Good Friday, April 18 at 8:30 am
- Good Friday, on Friday, April 19 at Noon and 3 pm
- Easter Vigil, on Saturday, April 20 at 8 pm
- Easter Sunday, on Sunday, April 21 at Noon
Parish Triduum & Easter Schedule throughout the Diocese of Calgary
Stations of the Cross
All are welcome to join for Stations of the Cross, followed by soup and buns, every Friday at 7PM throughout Lent.
Stations of the Cross will be led by the following ministries:
- March 7 - Hospitality & Music
- March 14 - CWL
- March 21 - The Society of St. Vincent de Paul
- March 28 - Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion
- April 4 - RCIA
- April 11 - Sacramental Preparation & Altar Servers
- April 18 - Lectors (no soup and buns)
Mass Prayer Intentions
Liturgical Ministers Schedule
Last Sunday Collections
Envelopes: $5,868 | Loose: $805
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
Donations can be dropped off at the Parish Office or made online at www.catholicyyca.ca/TIA - your online donation will be included as part of our parish contribution.
Need Help?
If you or your family need spiritual support, or if you would like a priest to call or visit 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, please call 403-457-4966. For other barrier-free access in Calgary, click here.
Easter Flower Donations
We are looking for donations of flowers such as lilies, hydrangeas, and mums for our parish's Easter decorations.
Kindly drop off any flowers at the Parish by Wednesday, April 16. Thank you!
CWL Spring Paint Night
Proceeds will go towards the Calgary Pro-Life Association.
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.
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Palm Sunday
The love and forgiveness which Jesus offered last week to the woman caught in adultery is now amplified and extended to include all humanity in the culmination of Jesus’ life. Though innocent, Jesus finds himself in the shoes of the adulterous woman: he is charged, humiliated, and dragged before the public. Everything is upside-down: the one without sin continues to forgive: “for they know not what they do.” The God who surprised us in Bethlehem again surprises us at the cross. Everything seems an utter failure, yet everything has been transformed forever.
- Who are you in the story: one of the disciples, the Jewish authorities, the crowd, Peter, Judas, Pilate, Herod, or Jesus?
- When have you felt like an utter failure, and only later discovered the transforming effect of the experience?
(Reflection: Diocese of Saskatoon)
Jeff Cavins reflects on the readings for Palm Sunday. These readings recall the story that is at the center of our faith (4 min 57 sec).
Children's Corner
For the children - The Passion! (4 min 50 sec)
The Latest Faithfully
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Released: April 8, 2025
Some highlights:
- Bishop McGrattan's update on Parish Renewal & Call to Holiness
- From Rodeos to Renewal: Ryan Schmidt's unexpected call to Diocesan Pastoral Renewal
- Christ the Redeemer Catholic Schools celebrate 30th Anniversary
- Holy Week Schedule
- Outdoor Way of the Cross returns to the downtown - Good Friday, April 18th
Good Friday
Good Friday National Collection for the Holy Land
This collection is taken up on Good Friday as requested by the Holy Father. The funds raised are used by the Pope to support the Church in the Holy Land. To donate online, visit: catholicyyc.ca/goodfridaycollection
Shroud of Jesus: HOPE of the Resurrection
St. Patrick’s Parish is pleased to host a special Exhibition and Conference titled:
“Shroud of Jesus: Hope of the Resurrection”
We are honored to welcome Fr. Andrew Dalton, LC, a Catholic priest of the Legionaries of Christ, international speaker on the Shroud of Turin, and Theology Professor at Rome’s Pontifical University Regina Apostolorum. Fr. Dalton also serves on the board of Othonia, an organization dedicated to educating the public about the Shroud of Turin—a 14-foot linen cloth historically venerated as the burial shroud of Jesus.
Fr. Dalton will be with us from Sunday, April 13th to Wednesday, April 16th.
Outdoor Way of the Cross - April 18
Walk with Bishop McGrattan and our diocesan faithful, and pray the Stations of the Cross on April 18, Good Friday at 8:30 am. The route starts and ends at St. Mary's Cathedral, Calgary (219 18 Ave SW, Calgary).
- Parking and route details are available at catholicyyc.ca/wayofthecross
Pilgrimage for the Jubilee Year
Make a pilgrimage to St. Mary’s Cathedral or the Shrine Church of Our Lady of the Rockies—designated Jubilee Pilgrimage Churches in the Diocese of Calgary—and receive the grace of a Plenary Indulgence for yourself or a departed loved one.
- Learn more at: catholicyyc.ca/jubilee
Veneration of the Relic of St. Francis of Assisi
Join Saint Michael Catholic Community for a peaceful evening of prayer and reflection through the Solemn Veneration of the relic of St. Francis of Assisi. Experience the beauty of our faith through Mass, veneration, and fellowship.
- Dates: Wednesdays, April 23, May 21, June 25. Mass at 6 pm, followed by a reception at 7:15 pm. Register for reception
- The relic will also be available for veneration after Easter Sunday Masses (9 am, 11 am, 5 pm).
Reminder: Blooms & Blossoms: Elizabeth House Charity Dinner - May 24
Join us for an elegant evening of fine dining, live music, and a lively silent auction to support mothers building a brighter future at Elizabeth House.
Your presence will help fund much-needed renovations, including an additional bedroom to welcome more women and babies into a safe, supportive home.
- When: Sat, May 24, 2025, from 6 to 9:30 pm at the Calgary Italian Cultural Centre
- More information or to purchase tickets or visit catholicyyc.ca/blooms
Pastoral Care Ministry Training
If you are called to minister to the sick, elderly, dying, homebound, and bereaved - and approved by your pastor or Pastoral Care Coordinator, you can register for the Pastoral Care Ministry Training at catholicyyc.ca/pastoralcare or contact Mara at 403-218-5521.
- When: Sat, May 24 & Jun 7, 9:30 am - 3 pm at Ascension Parish, Calgary.
- Register by May 21 at catholicyyc.ca/pastoralcare
Vocations Rally: Light of Hope - June 8
God calls each of us through our baptismal call to live a life of holiness and service. This call unfolds uniquely in every person—whether through priesthood, consecrated life, marriage, the permanent diaconate, or lay vocations. Join us in fostering a culture where every vocation is nurtured and celebrated!
Save the date for the Vocations Rally 2025: Pentecost Sunday, June 8, 2025 - from 11 am to 4:30 pm. Discover, support, and pray for vocations in our Diocese!
40 Hours Devotion for Vocations
Pope St. John Paul II said: “The entire People of God is responsible for promoting vocations, and does so chiefly by persistent and humble prayer for vocations.” Let us ask Mary, the Patron of our Diocese and Mother and Model of Vocations, to pray for us as we undertake this initiative and to intercede with her Son for an increase in our Diocese of vocations to the priesthood, permanent diaconate, and consecrated life.
All are invited to pray for vocations at the following opportunities::
- St. James, Okotoks- Fri, April 25 at 3 pm to Sun, Apr 27 at 8 am.
- St. Anthony's, Calgary - Fri, May 2 at 3 pm to Sun, May 4 at 7 am (Chapel)
- St. Gerard's, Calgary- Fridays, May 2, 9, 16 and 23, from 9:30 am to 7:30 pm
- St. James', Calgary - Fri, May 9 at 4 pm to Sun, May 11 at 8 am
- St. Anne’s Korean Church- Fri, May 30 at 12 pm to Sun, Jun 1 at 10 am
- For more dates, visit catholicyyc.ca/40hours
Beloved Daughters Women's Conference
Join Beloved Daughters Ministry for their third annual women’s conference entitled, “Come and Stay: Relationships Rooted in Love.” Conference will be held from May 9-10, 2025 at St. Michael's Church (Calgary, AB) with guest speakers Debbie and Rachel Herbeck. For more information visit: www.beloveddaughtersyyc.com
Christian Young Professionals Silent Retreat
This Silent Retreat for Christian Young Professionals (20s to 40s), is an opportunity to unplug and disconnect from our busy lives, and experience the beauty in resting in silence, as we engage in personal reflection, prayer and meditation. The weekend will also include reflective talks and short supports to guide you in your silent reflection/prayer/meditation time
THEME: Pilgrims of Hope | When: May 9 to 11, 2025 | Where: Mount St. Francis Retreat Center (41160 Retreat Road, Cochrane AB) | To REGISTER & for full details CLICK HERE |
Retreat Captain contact - Chika at cypretreat@gmail.com
Career Opportunities
Career opportunities within Calgary's Catholic community and beyond:
- Case Worker (Full-time) - Elizabeth House
- UPDATED: Administrative Assistant (Part-time, Temporary) - St. Ambrose/St. Catherine's, Coaldale/Picture Butte
- Finance and Administration Coordinator - Calgary Catholic Education Foundation (CCEF)
- Mission & Outreach Coordinator - Diocese of Saskatoon
- Various Positions with Clear Water Academy
- Various Positions with Calgary Catholic School District
- Various Positions with Covenant Health
- Various Positions with St. Mary's University
- Various Positions with Christ the Redeemer Catholic Schools
- Various Positions with Conseil scolaire FrancoSud
- Director of Musical Worship - Diocese of Victoria
For detailed job descriptions and application process, visit the Diocesan Careers page
Other Resources & Events
- Voices in Hope Concert
Experience an extraordinary evening of sacred and secular choral music with a joint performance by St. Michael’s Choir School (Toronto) and St. John Choir Schola (Calgary). When: Fri, Apr 25, from 7 pm to 9:15 pm at Knox United Church, Calgary. Get tickets at sjcshola.ca/voices-in-hope - Movie & Pizza Night at St. Bonaventure's, Calgary
Enjoy a screening of a Carlo Acutis movie and a pizza night hosted by the young adults of the parish. When: Sat, Apr 26 after 5 pm Mass at St. Bonaventure, Calgary. All ages welcome! Come for a faith-filled evening of film, fellowship, and fun. RSVP here - Divine Mercy Sunday Prayers
- Sun, Apr 27 from 1:30 pm at Our Lady of the Assumption, Calgary Join Bishop McGrattan, clergy, and the Sisters of Divine Mercy for a grace-filled celebration with Adoration, reflections, the Chaplet of Divine Mercy, and Mass at 3 pm. Potluck lunch to follow. More
- Sun, Apr 27 from 2 to 3 pm at St. Michael Catholic Community, Calgary | Please join us in this Holy Hour Celebration: Chaplet of Divine Mercy; Divine mercy praises; Homily; Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament; Adoration and Benediction; Reconciliation at 1:15 pm - 2 pm. Reception to follow. More
- Sun, Apr 27 from 1:30 pm at Our Lady of the Assumption, Calgary Join Bishop McGrattan, clergy, and the Sisters of Divine Mercy for a grace-filled celebration with Adoration, reflections, the Chaplet of Divine Mercy, and Mass at 3 pm. Potluck lunch to follow. More
- Shroud of Jesus: Hope of the Resurrection
St. Patrick's Parish, Calgary is hosting the Man of the Shroud Exhibition & Conference until April 27, 2025. There will be an extensive exhibit on the history, significance and scientific aspects of the Shroud of Turin. Check their website for all the events and speakers at www.stpatrickcalgary.com
- Eucharistic Miracles of the World Exhibition at St. Luke's, Calgary
The Eucharistic Miracles of the World Exhibition created by Blessed Carlos Acutis will be here at St. Luke’s Parish in Calgary from Thursday, May 1 to Sun, May 4, from 8:30 am to 8:30 pm. This display shows stories, photographs and drawings from each of the miracles recognized by the church. All are welcome. More
- 45th Annual Hike for Life
All are welcome to join a morning walk for life, raising funds for Educational Respect for Life Programs in schools and communities. When: Sat, May 10, at Prince's Island Park (Enmax Stage), Calgary. Enjoy a walk, listen to live music by Eric Reinhart & Friends, have a BBQ lunch, have refreshments, and enjoy fun prizes! Register at calgaryprolife.com
- Calendar Highlights
- Now - Jun 30 - Veneration of the Relic of St. Francis of Assisi - St. Michael Catholic Community.
- Now - Apr 27 - Shroud of Jesus: HOPE of the Resurrection - St. Patrick's, Calgary
- Thu, Apr 10 - Financial Stewardship: Marriage Enrichment Workshop, Catholic Pastoral Centre, Calgary
- Fri, Apr 11 - Friday Night Vigil Eucharistic Adoration - St. Luke's, Calgary
- Fri, Apr 11 - Solidarity Way of the Cross - St. Bonaventure, Calgary
- Fri, Apr 11 - Swing Dance and Social - St. John the Evangelist, Calgary
- Apr 13 - Palm Sunday
- Apr 13 - Secular Franciscan Order - St. Luke's, Calgary
- Apr 13 - 16 - Youth Holy Week Missions - St. James, Okotoks
- Sun, Apr 13 - Tenebrae with St. John Choir Schola, St Anthony's Parish, Calgary
- Sun, Apr 13 - Secular Franciscan Order - St. Luke's, Calgary
- Mon, Apr 14- Chrism Mass - St. Mary's Cathedral, Calgary
- Apr 16 - Holy Week at the Mount - Mount St. Francis, Cochrane
- Apr 17 - Holy Thursday - See Parish Schedule
- Apr 18 - Good Friday - See Parish Schedule
- Apr 18 - Outdoor Way of the Cross, St. Mary's Cathedral, Calgary
- Apr 18 - Outdoor Stations of the Cross, St. Mary's, Brooks
- Apr 19 - Holy Saturday / Easter Vigil - See Parish Schedule
- Apr 20 - Easter Sunday - See Parish Schedule
- NEW! Wed, Apr 23 - A Date with God & St. Francis - St. Michael's, Calgary
- Tue, Apr 25 -Voices in Hope with St. Michael's Choir School in Toronto and St. John Choir Schola in Calgary - Knox United Church, Calgary
- Fri, Apr 25 - Swing Dance and Social - St. John the Evangelist, Calgary
- NEW! Sat, Apr 26 - Movie & Pizza Night - St. Bonaventure, Calgary
- Apr 26 - Immerse Youth Nights for Grades 6-8 - St. Michael's, Calgary
- Sun, Apr 27 - Divine Mercy Sunday - Our Lady of the Assumption, Calgary
- NEW! Sun, Apr 27 - Divine Mercy Sunday Holy Hour - St. Michael's, Calgary
- Apr 28 - The Re-emergence of Wisdom - with Fr. Tim Boyle - St. Martha's, Lethbridge or Livestream
- NEW! May 1-4 - Eucharistic Miracles of the World Exhibition - St. Luke's Church
- May 2-4 - Live-In Retreat at St. Joseph's School in Coaldale, AB.
- NEW! May 2-4 - Is Religious Life for YOU? - Sisters of Providence, Calgary
- May 9-10 - Women's Conference: Come & Stay - Relationships Rooted in Love, St. Michael's, Calgary
- NEW! May 9-11 - Retreat for Young Professionals - Mount. St. Francis, Cochrane
- Sat, May 10 - Hike for Life, Prince's Island Park, Calgary
- Sat, May 24 - Pastoral Care Ministry Training - Ascension Parish
- Jubilee of Hope events in the Diocese of Calgary
- To submit your parish/lay association events - submit your events (poster and event description) to communications@calgarydiocese.ca
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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 1 pm, ending with Chaplet 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