Livestreamed Mass
- Full schedule of Parish Livestream Masses are available at: https://www.catholicyyc.ca
- If you are a TELUS Optik subscriber, you can watch livestream masses and prayer events in Channel 876 (choose "Diocese of Calgary" logo)
- If you are a cable TV subscriber, you can access Salt+Light TV, Canada's Catholic network, for a nominal fee each month. Or view online at saltandlighttv.org/live. Daily TV Mass, produced by the National Catholic Broadcasting Council, is broadcast four times a day at 4:30 am, 9 am, 2 pm and 8:30 pm (MT). Check the S+L Schedule for broadcasts of Sunday Mass from the Vatican. Daily masses are also available on Shalom World TV at shalomworldtv.org
- Televised Mass is also available to those who subscribe to EWTN and Vision TV. Click on the links or their schedules.
Events & Resources
- 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
- Kid's Bulletin this Sunday
- Colouring Page this Sunday
- Sunday Connection this Sunday (Gr. 1-8)
- Children's Liturgy of the Word this Sunday
- 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
- To submit your parish/lay association events - go to catholicyyc.ca/news and click "Add Event" (please submit description + poster/graphic in JPEG/PNG)
Resources for Mental Health
“Physically healthy should also include a focus on our mental and spiritual well-being.” says Sr. Donna Marie Perry, psychotherapist and social worker in the Diocese of Calgary. “Not all families are healthy,” says Sr. Perry. She urges people who see others struggling to reach out with kindness. Where appropriate, you can also recommend they access support from community-based organizations. (Mental health matters, Faithfully).
Have you encountered anyone in need of access to help with mental health? Below is a list of handy mental health resources for you to share:
“Physically healthy should also include a focus on our mental and spiritual well-being.” says Sr. Donna Marie Perry, psychotherapist and social worker in the Diocese of Calgary. “Not all families are healthy,” says Sr. Perry. She urges people who see others struggling to reach out with kindness. Where appropriate, you can also recommend they access support from community-based organizations. (Mental health matters, Faithfully).
Have you encountered anyone in need of access to help with mental health? Below is a list of handy mental health resources for you to share:
- Calgary Counselling Centre: 403-691-5991 + online counselling
- Catholic Family Service: 403-205-5295. Rapid Access Counselling: 403-233-2360 or email intake@cfs-ab.org
- Distress Centre: 403-266-4357 - available 24/7.
- Eastside Family Centre: 403-299-9696 - telephone and e-therapy.
- Kid’s Help Phone: 1-800-668-6868
- Mental Health Help Line: 1-877-303-2642
- Access Mental Health: 403-943-1500
Resources for Single Life
"Love is the fundamental and innate vocation of every human being." (Pope John Paul II, Familiaris Consortio, 11)
“Some forgo marriage in order to care for their parents or brothers and sisters, to give themselves more completely to a profession, or to serve other honourable ends.They contribute greatly to the good of the human family.” (CCC #2231)
All baptized Catholics are called to live their lives as disciples of Jesus. Here are some resources which might be helpful for those living a single life.
"Love is the fundamental and innate vocation of every human being." (Pope John Paul II, Familiaris Consortio, 11)
“Some forgo marriage in order to care for their parents or brothers and sisters, to give themselves more completely to a profession, or to serve other honourable ends.They contribute greatly to the good of the human family.” (CCC #2231)
All baptized Catholics are called to live their lives as disciples of Jesus. Here are some resources which might be helpful for those living a single life.
- Is the Single Life a Vocation?
https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/is-the-single-life-a-vocation-maybe-were-asking-the-wrong-question-68948 - Videos addressing concerns of those who are single (loneliness in the single life, finding Mr or Mrs 'right', dealing with jealousy, frustrations, being happy, on theology of the body etc.)
https://www.catholiccounselors.com/online-videos/life-work-videos/singles/ - Flying Solo: Life as a Single Catholic
http://www.uscatholic.org/articles/201407/flying-solo-life-single-catholic-29188 - National Catholic Singles Conference
https://www.nationalcatholicsingles.com/ - A Holistic Catholic Singles Movement for Catholic Singles
http://catholicsclick.com/about
- Faith, Formation, Fellowship For Young Adults
https://www.sfxc.ca/ - Chastity Project - empowering teens and adults to practice the virtue of purity
https://chastity.com/