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The Call Home
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The Heart of a Missionary
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pray today in a special way that the Lord may stir the hearts of all missionaries, clergy and lay faithful, within our archdiocese. May He instill a deep desire to serve and care for the people in the midst of this pandemic. Now is not the time to remain idle. Of course, there are many things we cannot do in the “normal” way, but it would be dangerous to believe that nothing worthy can be done.
I therefore call upon everyone to double in ardour with intercessory prayer, so that as
a Church, our generous charitable works may triple. There are new needs out there.
People hunger for food and spiritual nourishment. Missionary work in bringing Christ
to the people starts in helping them in their current and immediate needs.
Outreach during a lockdown might sound contradictory but I believe there are many
different and new ways to touch people’s lives. Allow the Spirit to guide you in your
efforts. Respond with the gift of faith and love.
+Marcel Damphousse
January 22, 2021 -
Archbishop's New Year Message
A New Year Tinged w
ith Frustration
Here we are in 2021. Happy New Year! Everyone was relieved to see the end of 2020 marked by a pandemic that disrupted much of the normal life we had. But as we enter the New Year, we unfortunately realize that the devastation caused by the infamous corona virus is growing. Without a doubt, this reality frustrates us and shortens our patience.
Clergy and faithful have many questions. Some question the seriousness of the Coronavirus and think the precautions put in place are disproportionate, such as the current lock down containment. Some criticize the civil and religious authorities for the restrictions imposed on the Church, decrying the loss of our religious freedom. >>read the full message -
Pope Francis proclaims “Year of St Joseph”
By Vatican News
With the Apostolic Letter “Patris corde” (“With a Father’s Heart”), Pope Francis recalls the 150th anniversary of the declaration of Saint Joseph as Patron of the Universal Church. To mark the occasion, the Holy Father has proclaimed a “Year of Saint Joseph” from today, 8 December 2020, to 8 December 2021. >>more
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Calendar
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January 4 - March 15On Monday evenings from January 4 – March 15, 2021 the OSTS invites you to join us for a wide range of reasonably priced courses via Zoom in the comfort of your own home. There are no required readings, no homework, no exams – just the joy of learning. It is unnecessary to have a paid Zoom account. Info: www.osts.ca; Ann Babin, 613-830-8826 or Pat Trites, 613-824-8780.Read More
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January 12 - April 6Based on the teaching of St. Therese of Lisieux - deepen your spiritual life and help you on the way to the Father by learning how to focus on Him amid your troubles. Online via Zoom, Biweekly Tuesday's 7:00-8:30 p.m. starting Jan. 12 for 10 sessions. Registrants must purchase book and study guide (approx $35) before 1st session (available at https://sisterhood.live/product/). Hosted by Sister+Hood. Info: Karen (livesisterhood@gmail.com); 613-806-0377; https://sisterhood.live/workshops/support-groups/.Read More
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Sunday, January 31, 8:00 PM - 9:00 PMEvery Sunday from 8-9PM Eastern Time, Project YM Live features awesome international Catholic speakers, great music, games, inspirational messages, and more. The link https://projectym.com/WATCH is live on Sunday evening; teens will need to submit a parent’s email to join. No pre-registration is required.Read More
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Sunday, February 7, 8:00 PM - 9:00 PMEvery Sunday from 8-9PM Eastern Time, Project YM Live features awesome international Catholic speakers, great music, games, inspirational messages, and more. The link https://projectym.com/WATCH is live on Sunday evening; teens will need to submit a parent’s email to join. No pre-registration is required.Read More
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Sunday, February 14, 8:00 PM - 9:00 PMEvery Sunday from 8-9PM Eastern Time, Project YM Live features awesome international Catholic speakers, great music, games, inspirational messages, and more. The link https://projectym.com/WATCH is live on Sunday evening; teens will need to submit a parent’s email to join. No pre-registration is required.Read More
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News
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January 6
In a small parish on the outskirts of the nation’s capital, the new year is starting like 2020 ended — with a close eye on the weather forecast. The question each week for Fr. Gerard Monaghan and the faithful of St. Faustina Parish in Cumberland is: how’s the weather and will it allow for the parish to hold an outdoor, in-person, drive-in Mass on the weekend?Read More -
December 8With the Apostolic Letter “Patris corde” (“With a Father’s Heart”), Pope Francis recalls the 150th anniversary of the declaration of Saint Joseph as Patron of the Universal Church. To mark the occasion, the Holy Father has proclaimed a “Year of Saint Joseph” from today, 8 December 2020, to 8 December 2021.Read More
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