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# St Albert The Great

Roman Catholic Parish

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- [Latest News](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/latestnews/)
- [Live Stream of Sunday 10:30 AM Mass](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/live-stream-of-sunday-11-am-friday-stations-of-the-cross-during-lent/) - You can view the Sunday 10:30 AM Mass by going to the Main page or this link to view these services
- [SOCIETY OF ST. VINCENT DE PAUL](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/society-of-st-vincent-de-paul-2/) - "For all the benefactors of the poor, that God may reward them with eternal life", Lord hear us. Our work is not possible without the financial support of our parishioners, schools and the community at large. We thank you all for your generosity. Monetary donations can be made at svdp.satg.donations@gmail.com by e-transfer. Current Needs St. Albert
- [2026 Together in Action Parish Goal](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/2026-together-in-action-parish-goal/) - Our 2026 Together In Action goal is $78,445. Any 2026 Together In Action Surplus will go towards our building fund. As of the end of April 2026 we have collected $35,086.16 towards our goal. Remember that our Multiply The Hope goes towards our building fund and is matched by the Diocese. Thank you for
- [Receive Notification of the Bulletin by  Flocknote Email](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/you-can-receive-the-bulletin-by-email/) - You can subscribe to receive notification of the Parish Bulletin by email just by clicking on this link which will redirect you to a signup page where you will be required to complete the information on that page for this subscription. We are not producing a paper bulletin at this time and would like to reduce production
- [It Takes the Entire Community](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/it-takes-the-entire-community/)
- [Come As You Are Events](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/come-as-you-are-events/) - Proclaiming the Gospel and Forming Missionary Disciples for the Renewal of the World! Contact us at comeasyouare.yyc@gmail.com
- [Hard of Hearing Application for the Service](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/hard-of-hearing-application-for-the-service/)
- [Need the Anointing of the Sick while in a Calgary Hospital?](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/need-the-anointing-of-the-sick-while-in-a-calgary-hospital/) - If you have been admitted to any of Calgary’s hospitals and would like the Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick, you can contact your parish priest or call the Diocese of Calgary Call Centre at 403-231-9505. This service is available for Alberta Children’s Hospital, Foothills Hospital, Peter Lougheed Hospital, Rockyview General Hospital, and South Health
- [Couples for Christ – Daily Rosary](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/rcia-sponsors-needed-3/) - Join via zoom https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84481451071?pwd=clNwT2Q3UWg1OGRGSnNOa002cVVsQT09 Meeting ID: 84481451071 Password: 112233 For more information, contact us at cfcsouth2.satg@gmail.com
- [CWL – An Invitation to a Weekly Rosary Circle](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/rcia-sponsors-needed-2/) - Would you like to join with women of the parish to Pray the Rosary? CWL members will be leading an on-line (Zoom Meeting) Rosary Circle on Mondays @ 2:00 pm. The following link will work from February 8, 2021 to June 28, 2021. You can contact us at satgcwl@gmail.com for more information. Join Zoom Meetinghttps://zoom.us/j/98523251543?pwd=RDlKTTBtaVVTMEo0RWpaZW1kamRRUT09 Meeting

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- [Home](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/) - WELCOME TO ST. ALBERT THE GREAT ROMAN CATHOLIC PARISH Sacraments Bulletins Parish Life Volunteers Donations Forms Funeral Planning Calendar It gives us great pleasure to welcome you to our parish website. St. Albert the Great Parish was established on August 8, 1998. It was originally a part of St Patrick's Parish and was
- [Sign Up to Receive Updates on the Sacraments for the Upcoming Year](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/sacraments-upcoming-year/) - Sign Up to Receive Updates on the Sacraments for the Upcoming Year Loading…
- [Bulletins](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/bulletins/) - Never miss the weekly Parish Bulletin! Sign-up with FlockNote today and receive it via email or click on a weekly link below to view it via PDF. (Make sure you add yourself to the Bulletin Group through FlockNote when signing up.) Weekly Bulletin September 27, 2026 September 20, 2026 September 13, 2026 September
- [Baptism Dates](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/baptism-dates/) - Baptism Dates 2026-2027 Baptism celebrations at St. Albert the Great Parish are typically certain Saturdays at 10:30am. We ask that all attending arrive 15 minutes early on the day of baptism. Please note: We do our best to keep this list up to date, but cannot guarantee 100% accuracy as we get registrations daily and
- [Sacrament Dates 2026-2027](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/sacrament-dates-2026-2027/) - Sacrament Dates 2026-2027 For a printable list of dates, please click here. First Reconciliation / First Eucharist For baptized children Grades 2-5 First Reconciliation: Parish Welcome for First Reconciliation (any Mass time, Saturday 5:00pm or Sunday 8:30am/10:30am/12:30pm/5:00pm): September 26 or 27 First Reconciliation Parent Session: Monday, September 28, 6:30pm (in the church) First Reconciliation Preparation
- [Contact Us - Regular Hours](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/contact-us-regular-hours/) - People to Know Main Reception 403 257 6054 Pastor Fr. Andrew Maruszczak, SDS 403 257 6054 pastor@stalbertthegreat.ca Associate Pastor Fr. Krzysztof Sobanski, SDS 403 257 6054 associate@stalbertthegreat.ca Deacon Dcn. John Walsh 403 257 6054 john.walsh@calgarydiocese.ca Deacon Dcn. Joseph Gingco 403 257 6054 joseph.gingco@calgarydiocese.ca Administrative Assistant Mikayla S. 403 257 6054 secretary@stalbertthegreat.ca Office Manager Carla Jane
- [Contact Us - Summer Hours](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/contact-us-summer-hours/) - People to Know Main Reception 403 257 6054 Pastor Fr. Andrew Maruszczak, SDS 403 257 6054 pastor@stalbertthegreat.ca Associate Pastor Fr. Krzysztof Sobanski, SDS 403 257 6054 associate@stalbertthegreat.ca Deacon Dcn. John Walsh 403 257 6054 john.walsh@calgarydiocese.ca Deacon Dcn. Joseph Gingco 403 257 6054 joseph.gingco@calgarydiocese.ca Administrative Assistant Mikayla S. 403 257 6054 secretary@stalbertthegreat.ca Office Manager Carla Jane
- [Contact Us](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/contact-us/) - People to Know Main Reception 403 257 6054 Pastor Fr. Andrew Maruszczak, SDS 403 257 6054 pastor@stalbertthegreat.ca Associate Pastor Fr. Krzysztof Sobanski, SDS 403 257 6054 associate@stalbertthegreat.ca Deacon Dn. John Walsh 403 257 6054 john.walsh@calgarydiocese.ca Deacon Dn. Joseph Gingco 403 257 6054 joseph.gingco@calgarydiocese.ca Administrative Assistant Mikayla S. 403 257 6054 secretary@stalbertthegreat.ca Office Manager Carla Jane
- [Baptism Of School-Age Children](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/baptism-school-age-children/) - School-Age Baptism In Grades 2-5, children who were never baptized are prepared for baptism. At least one parent must be Catholic and both parents should agree to the baptism. Young Adult Baptism If a child is in Grade 6-12 and never received the sacrament of baptism, they will go through a different preparation (administered through
- [First Reconciliation (Only) Main](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/first-reconciliation-main/) - If a child already received First Eucharist, but never had the chance to receive Reconciliation, they are able to register for First Reconciliation alone, without continuing with preparation for First Eucharist (they've already received that sacrament). The parish requests a $25 registration fee (if the family is financially able) for First Reconciliation alone. Registration for
- [First Eucharist Main](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/first-eucharist-main/) - In Grades 2 and up, children who are baptized are invited to the Lord's Table to partake in this banquet by receiving Jesus in First Eucharist. The children make themselves ready to receive our Lord by first preparing for and receiving First Reconciliation. For the two sacraments, the parish requests a $50 (total) registration fee
- [Confirmation Main](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/confirmation-main/) - Grade 6 & Higher In Grade 6 and up, youth are called to be witnesses of Christ's love to the world as they receive the fullness of the gifts of the Holy Spirit in Confirmation. By Grade 6, a child should have already received the sacraments of Baptism, Reconciliation, and First Eucharist, but if a
- [Sacraments](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/sacraments/) - Sacrament Registration Registration for First Reconciliation, Confirmation, and First Eucharist for the 2026-2027 school year is now open! Click here for the 2026-2027 Sacrament Registration Form Sacrament dates for 2026-2027 can be found here. Contact Dan with any questions. Registration for baptism is ongoing throughout the year. For more information on any one of the
- [SACRAMENTS](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/parish-life/) - The Parish provides many services to help parishioners on their Faith Journey. Below are some of the links to help you along the way. Registration for First Reconciliation, Confirmation, and First Eucharist for the 2026-2027 school year is now open! Click here for the 2026-2027 Sacrament Registration Form Sacrament dates for 2026-2027 can be
- [Sacrament Registration Form 2026-2027](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/sacrament-registration-form-2026-2027/) - Register Online for 2026-2027 Sacraments Please note: If you click "submit" and the whole form goes grey, the form may be waiting for you to complete a captcha before submitting. If this happens, scroll back up to the top of the page and complete the captcha and the form should submit. Loading…
- [Marriage](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/marriage/) - Preparing for a Wedding For Catholics, the Sacrament of Marriage, or Holy Matrimony, is a public sign that one gives oneself totally to this other person. It is also a public statement about God: the loving union of husband and wife speaks of family values and also God's values. -American Catholic.org To arrange a marriage
- [Sacrament Dates 2025-2026](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/sacrament-dates-2025-2026/) - Sacrament Dates 2025-2026 For a printable list of dates, please click here. First Reconciliation / First Eucharist For baptized children Grade 2 and up First Reconciliation: Parish Welcome for First Reconciliation (any Mass time, Saturday 5:00pm or Sunday 9:00am/11:30am/5:00pm): September 27 or 28 First Reconciliation Parent Session: Monday, September 29, 6:30pm (in the church) First
- [Mass Attendance](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/mass-attendance/) - Mass Attendance ALL ARE WELCOME FOR DAILY MASSES AND CONFESSION HOW TO PREPARE FOR MASS Let us all remember that upon entering the church, we enter a sacred and awesome place where the Sacrifice of the Mass is celebrated, divine grace is distributed and Our Lord is ever present in the tabernacle.
- [Confirmation Information 2026](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/confirmation2026/) - Confirmation I am so happy to be on this journey towards the sacrament of Confirmation with your family. I’ve always loved the following prayer: Come, Holy Spirit, fill the hearts of your faithful, and enkindle in them the fire of your love. Send forth your Spirit and they shall be created and you shall renew
- [Mass, Reconciliation & Adoration Times](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/mass-reconciliation-adoration-times/) - Weekly Masses Tuesday to Friday 9:00 AM 6:30 PM Saturday 9:00 AM Sunday Saturday: 5:00 PM (Anticipatory) 8:30 AM 10:30 AM - Livestream 12:30 PM 5:00 PM Reconciliation (Confession) Tuesday to Friday 9:30 AM 7:00 PM Saturday 3:30 PM Adoration Friday 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM Other Masses In addition to our
- [Forms](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/forms/) - New Parishioner Registration Form Children's Liturgy Registration and Volunteer Forms can be found at this link . VE-101 Code of Pastoral Conduct and Accountability for Youth Working with Younger Children Form - Save this fillable form as a file, complete it and then send it to accounting@stalbertthegreat.ca. VE-104 Volunteer Information Form (three references are required) -
- [Lenten & Easter Mass Times](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/lenten-easter-mass-times/) - Lenten Masses and Stations of the Cross Ash Wednesday Wednesday, February 18, 2026 9:00 AM 5:00 PM 7:00 PM Stations of the Cross Fridays - February 20, 27, March 6, 13, 20 & 27 , 2026 7:00 PM after the 6:30 PM evening Mass Easter Triduum Masses Holy Thursday Thursday, April 2, 2026
- [Donations](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/donations/) - Financial support from our parishioners, visitors and guests is always appreciated. Our parish relies on regular offertory giving for maintenance and growth. By making an offertory gift, you are providing crucial support to our parish. COOLING SYSTEM FUNDRAISER: Help us reach our goal of $250,000.00 - If you would like to contribute to
- [Liturgical Calendar](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/liturgical-calendar/) - Current Year's Liturgical Calendar Previous Year's Liturgical Calendar
- [Christmas & New Year's Mass Times](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/christmas-new-years-mass-times/) - Christmas Masses Christmas Eve Wednesday, December 24 The Vigil of the Nativity of the Lord 4:00 PM The 4 PM Mass is very well attended. Please arrive early as the doors will be locked when the maximum number of people allowed to attend has been reached. Doors will be opened 1 hour before the start
- [Sacrament Registration Form 2025-2026](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/sacrament-registration-form-2025-2026/) - Register Online for 2025-2026 Sacraments Please note: If you click "submit" and the whole form goes grey, the form may be waiting for you to complete a captcha before submitting. If this happens, scroll back up to the top of the page and complete the captcha and the form should submit. Loading…
- [Baptism Information](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/baptisminfo/) - Congratulations! We are so happy that you have decided to have your child baptized in the Catholic Church! Please follow the steps below to register your child for the Sacrament of Baptism. First step: Register for baptism through the online baptism registration form. Second step: Contact us for information about our online Baptism preparation and/or
- [Volunteer](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/volunteers/) - Volunteering at St. Albert the Great At times, determining how we can play a more active role in our parish can be a difficult exercise. We each have gifts that sometimes lay undiscovered. During our time of discernment, we turn to the Holy Spirit to motivate, direct, and inspire us so that we can harmoniously
- [Ministries & Social Groups](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/ministries/) - Ministries You Are Called * You Matter * You Belong Your YES Makes a Difference At St. Albert the Great Parish, we believe that every person is gifted by God for a unique purpose. Volunteering is more than simply lending a hand - it is an act of discipleship, a way to live out our
- [Our Parish](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/our-parish/) - Our Parish Our Saint Showing You the Way St Albert The GreatAlbertus Magnus Albertus Magnus(c. 1200 – November 15, 1280), also known as Saint Albert the Great or Albert of Cologne, was a German Catholic Dominican friar, philosopher and bishop. Later canonised as a Catholic saint, he was known during his lifetime as Doctor universalis
- [Community Links](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/community-links/) - The following community web page links are provided for your information. Catholic Health Association of Canada – www.chac.ca Calgary Catholic School District - Home - Calgary Catholic School District Christian Health Association of Alberta – www.cha-ab.ca FCJ Christian Life Centre - FCJ Christian Life Centre | Retreat & Conference Centre | Calgary Providence Care Centre - Providence Care
- [Becoming a Catholic](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/becoming-a-catholic/) - Thinking about joining the Catholic Church? Welcome Home! RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults) is offered year-round for those thinking about becoming a Catholic or completing their sacraments of initiation. RCIA is intended for adults with a wide range of needs and circumstances including: Those never baptized who are considering baptism, including those
- [Catholic Resources](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/catholic-resources/) - The following Catholic Resources web page links are provided for your information. Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops EWTN Global Catholic Television Network: Catholic News, TV, Radio | EWTN Formed - Register NOW! Living with Christ - Canada's Companion to Praying and Living the Eucharist Spiritual Direction Traditional Prayers Year C Liturgical Calendar 2024-2025 Year
- [Anointing of the Sick](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/anointing-of-the-sick/) - The Last Rites The Catholic Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick, formerly known as Last Rites or Extreme Unction, is a ritual of healing appropriate not only for physical but also for mental and spiritual sickness. -American Catholic.org For information on the Anointing of the Sick, please contact: The Parish Office 403 257 6054 secretary@stalbertthegreat.ca Need the
- [Confirmation for Adults](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/confirmation-adults/) - Adult candidates are called to be witnesses of Christ's love as they receive the fullness of the gifts of the Holy Spirit in Confirmation and complete their Christian initiation. Please be aware: if divorced and remarried, or married outside the Church (in a civil marriage or married in another Christian denomination), we may contact a
- [Bulletins - Archive](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/bulletins-archive/) - Bulletins from Previous Years [table id=3 /]
- [Test](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/test/) - [table id=3 /]
- [Temp Mass Livestream](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/temp-mass-livestream/) - The video will only be live when the Live Stream is being broadcast. Temp Livestream Link
- [Live Stream Info](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/live-stream-info/) - St. Albert the Great will be live streaming the weekend Sunday 11:30 AM Masses on the St Albert the Great Facebook web page and on the Calgary St Albert the Great YouTube channel at this YouTube web page. You can view previous Masses on these sites as well. You Can View the Live Stream of
- [Events & News](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/news/) - SOCIETY OF ST. VINCENT DE PAUL “For all the benefactors of the poor, that God may reward them with eternal life“, Lord hear us. Our work is... 2026 Together in Action Parish Goal Our 2026 Together In Action goal is $78,445. Any 2026 Together In Action Surplus will go towards our building... Live Stream
- [Formed Subscription](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/formed-subscription/) - St. Albert the Great Parish has purchased a Formed subscription that all parishioners can partake in. The Formed site has been created and supported by the Augustine Institute to provide the very best Catholic content from more than 60 organizations to help parishes, families and individuals explore their faith anywhere. They support thousands of movies, children's
- [FAQ's](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/faqs/) - 01 General FAQ's (14) a What does the term SATG mean that I see in some information? SATG is an acronym which stands for St. Albert the Great parish. Did you find this FAQ helpful? 0 0 a What are the Mass times and when are confessions heard at St. Albert the Great Parish? Click
- [FAQ's](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/faqs-2/) - FAQ's What does the term SATG mean that I see in some information? SATG is an acronym which stands for St. Albert the Great parish. What is the Parish office phone number and office hours? Parish office number is (403) 257-6054Parish office hours are:Monday, Tuesday & Friday - 9:30 PM to 12:30 PMWednesday & Thursday
- [Calendar](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/calendar-2/) - Click here for the Parish Events Calendar
- [Spiritual Direction](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/spiritual-direction/) - Do you desire to grow in your relationship with God, and engage more fully with His call in your life? The ministry of Spiritual Direction can help! “Spiritual direction is about developing a love relationship with God that inevitably spills into all other areas of our lives.” (Dan Burke) A spiritual director is trained
- [General FAQs](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/general-faqs/)
- [Mount St. Francis Retreat Centre Upcoming Events](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/mount-st-francis-retreat-centre-upcoming-events/) - Mount St. Francis Retreat Centre in Cochrane, AB - Upcoming Events Click on the links below to view information on the current scheduled events:
- [St. Albert the Great - 25th Annniversary Events](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/25th-anniversary-events/) - St. Albert the Great - 25th Anniversary Events The following Updates for the Anniversary of the Parish and the 20th Anniversary of the Consecration of the Church will help you to keep informed of things related to the Anniversary. School Participation St. Albert the Great Anniversary Committee is proud to have the following schools participate
- [Calendar](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/calendar/) - Church Calendar of Events Link
- [Mass Times Jan 10 to 17](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/mass-times-jan-10-to-17/) - Weekly Masses Tues Jan 10, Wed Jan 11, Thurs Jan 12, Fri Jan 13 & Tues Jan 17 All Masses for the above days have been cancelled Sat Jan 14 9:00 AM Mass has been cancelled 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM Sun Jan 15 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM 5:00
- [Eucharistic Minister Signup](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/eucharistic-minister-signup/) - The following weekly Eucharistic Minister volunteer sign up information is as follows: Weekday Masses 9 AM Mass October 6:30 PM Mass October Weekend Masses October
- [Lector Signup](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/lector-signup/) - The following weekly Lector volunteer sign up information is as follows: Weekday 9 AM Masses September October Weekday 6:30 PM Masses September October Weekend Masses September October
- [Sacramental Fees](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/sacramental-fees/) - Sacramental Fees - Methods of Payment You can make payment for the fees regarding your Sacrament in the following ways: Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) from a bank account - You can make your payment directly to the Parish's bank account using the Electronic Funds Transfer function from your banking institution's account by sending the payment
- [Baptism Questionnaire Parishioners](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/baptism-questionnaire-parishioners/) - Are you parishioners of St. Albert the Great Parish? Yes, we are registered members of the parish We are not members of any parish but live nearby We are registered with another parish
- [Not Old Enough](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/not-old-enough/) - Thanks for your interest! Your child is not yet at the recommended age for this sacrament. Please contact sacraments@stalbertthegreat.ca with any questions. Back to sacraments page
- [Funeral Planning](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/funeral-planning/) - When a loved one is passing away, we want to surround them with the Church’s prayers. We pray for them as they are dying. We ask the parish priest or the hospital chaplain to come and say prayers. We bring them communion. The communion given as someone is dying has a special name: viaticum, which
- [Confirmation](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/confirmation/) - In which age group does the candidate belong? Grade 5 or Younger Grade 6 to 12 Adults Please email sacraments@stalbertthegreat.ca for more information.
- [First Reconciliation](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/first-reconciliation/) - In which age group does the child belong? Grade 1 or Younger (toddler and infant) Grade 2 to 12 Please email sacraments@stalbertthegreat.ca for more information.
- [Holy Orders](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/holy-orders/) - In the Sacrament of Holy Orders, or Ordination, the priest being ordained vows to lead other Catholics by bringing them the sacraments (especially the Eucharist), by proclaiming the Gospel, and by providing other means to holiness. -American Catholic.org For information on Holy Orders, please contact: Fr. Andrew Maruszczak, SDS - Pastor 403 257 6054 pastor@stalbertthegreat.ca
- [Baptism Registration](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/baptism-registration/) - Baptism Loading…
- [Baptism Questionnaire Are You Catholic](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/baptism-questionnaire-catholic/) - Is at least one parent a baptized Catholic? Yes, both parents are Catholic Yes, one parent is Catholic No, neither parent is Catholic
- [Baptism Questionnaire Agreement](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/baptism-questionnaire-agreement/) - Are both parents in agreement that the baptism should take place? Yes, both parents are in agreement about the baptism No, one parent is against the baptism
- [Baptism Of Children](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/baptism-children/) - Whether the arrival of a new baby or an older child seeking to know Jesus more intimately, our Catholic Community welcomes you! We are here to support your family as you embark upon this journey of faith with Christ and his Church through Baptism. Seeking Baptism? Use this Questionnaire: In which age group does your
- [Baptism Letter of Permission](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/baptism-letter-of-permission-not-a-parishioner/) - Letter of Permission from Your Own Parish If you are not a parishioner of St. Albert the Great you must obtain a Letter of Permission from your current parish that will allow you to continue to move forward with the Baptism of your child(ren) at St. Albert the Great. This paperwork may be submitted: in
- [Baptism Godparent Registration](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/baptism-registration-godparents/) - Baptism Loading… Children Adults
- [Baptism](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/baptism/) - Holy Baptism is the basis of the whole Christian life, the gateway to life in the Spirit, and the door which gives access to the other sacraments. Through Baptism we are freed from sin and reborn as children of God. CCC 1213 "Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name
- [Baptism Consent to Baptism](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/consent-to-baptism/) - Consent to Baptism Form If a child's birth parents are no longer together, a Consent To Baptism form, signed by the other parent, is required. In cases of divorce or separation, the baptism may not take place unless this is received with an adequate amount of lead time. This paperwork may be submitted: in person at
- [First Reconciliation & Received the Eucharist](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/first-reconciliation-eucharist-question/) - Has your child already received First Eucharist? Yes No Please email sacraments@stalbertthegreat.ca for more information.
- [Traditional Prayers](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/traditional-prayers/) - The Lord's Prayer Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name; thy kingdom come, thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us; and lead us not into tempation, but deliver
- [First Eucharist](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/first-eucharist/) - To what age group does your child belong to? Grade 1 or Younger (toddler and infant) Grade 2 to 12 Please email sacraments@stalbertthegreat.ca for more information.
- [Liturgy](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/lturgy/) - Liturgy Liturgies at St. Albert the Great The word Liturgy literally means work of the people, within the Catholic Church it is used to describe all the public acts of worship that take place, as it draws the people into the work of God. Liturgy is in many ways the public face or shop front
- [School Affiliations](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/school-affiliations/) - St. Albert the Great provides support for the Calgary Catholic schools listed below. K-6 St. Gianna St. Marguerite Divine Mercy Our Lady of the Rosary K-9 St. Albert the Great St. Isabella St. John Henry Newman Christ the King Monsignor J.S. Smith Prince of Peace Shared High Schools All Saints Bishop O'Byrne
- [Contact Us old](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/contact-us-old/) - People to Know Contact Number E-mail Pastor Fr. Andrew Maruszczak, SDS 403 257 6054 pastor@stalbertthegreat.ca Associate Pastor Fr. Krzysztof Sobanski, SDS 403 257 6054 associate@stalbertthegreat.ca Deacon Dn. John Walsh 403 257 6054 john.walsh@calgarydiocese.ca Deacon Dn. Joseph Gingco 403 257 6054 joseph.gingco@calgarydiocese.ca Receptionist/Secretary Carla Jane R. 403 257 6054 secretary@stalbertthegreat.ca Office Administrator Carla Jane R. 403
- [Volunteer Signup](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/volunteer-signup/) - In order for our Parish to offer public masses, volunteers for various positions are required. Anyone wanting to sign up as a first time volunteer please send an email to volunteers@stalbertthegreat.ca and indicate your interest in volunteering. Note: Please click here to download the current Guidelines for Volunteers ( February 10, 2021 ) . Check back
- [Profiles](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/profiles/) - Parish team Fr. Andrew Maruszczak, SDSPastor Diocese of Calgary Parish Team vertical
- [Adult Confirmation Registration](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/confirmation-registration/) - Adult Confirmation Registration Loading… Children Adults
- [Baptism old](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/baptism-old/) - Adults Thinking about joining the Catholic Church?...Great! Now what? Many adults entering the Catholic Church, or those just thinking about it, follow a process known as RCIA — the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults. RCIA is a journey of conversion within the living community of faith. It is designed to educate converts in the
- [Causes](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/couses/) - Choose Your Cause & Donate [cmsmasters_campaigns orderby="date" order="DESC" columns="4" count="8" pause="5" campaigns_metadata="title,excerpt,donated_percent" animation_delay="0"] Featured Campaign [cmsmasters_featured_campaign campaign="1320" campaign_metadata="image,link,rest_amount,donated_percent,excerpt,donation_but" animation_delay="0"] Latest Donators [cmsmasters_campaigns orderby="date" order="ASC" columns="4" count="4" pause="5" campaigns_metadata="title,donated_percent" animation_delay="0"]
- [Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/adoration/) - In the most basic terms, Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament or Eucharistic Adoration is the worship of the Eucharist outside of the Mass. The Eucharistic Host is displayed in a monstrance on the altar so that all can see and pray in the presence of Christ. The Catechism of the Catholic Church tells us
- [Donations Old](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/donations-old/)
- [Homilies](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/homilies/) - We Do Not Lose Heart! A good man, is a good man, whether in this church, or out of it. Watch Sermon http://my-religion.cmsmasters.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/Natus_-_04_-_Nu_I_Vse.mp35 Steps to Forgiveness Speaker: HskDigital Categories: Church, Faith, ReligionMay 13, 2016 Nam libero tempore, cum soluta nobis est eligendi optio cumque nihil impedit quo minus id quod maxime placeat facere possimus,At... http://my-religion.cmsmasters.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/Natus_-_04_-_Nu_I_Vse.mp3He
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## Projects

- [Catechesis of the Good Shepherd](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/project/catechesis-of-the-good-shepherd/) - What if every child could have time and space specially set aside for an encounter with Christ? The Catechesis of the Good Shepherd is a time-tested approach to faith formation. It feeds the deepest needs of children, allowing each one to get to know God personally. In a retreat-like atmosphere, through the use of special
- [Feed the Hungry](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/project/feed-the-hungry/) - Feed the Hungry Event August 30, 2026 Thank You, Parishioners! A heartfelt thank you once again to all our generous parishioners for your incredible support of Feed the Hungry. We were asked to raise $6,000, and thanks to your generosity, we raised an amazing $16,653.19 through donations and our bake sale! This will allow us to
- [Canasta Group](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/project/canasta-group/) - We meet every 2nd and 4th Friday each month in the basement St. Albert Room at 6:30 pm. New people are most welcome to our fun evening of cards and fellowship. Questions: The parish office @ 403-257-6054 or John Neuls @ 604-499-3898 .
- [St. Albert's Men's Group](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/project/st-alberts-men/) - Fraternitas, Virtus, Integritas (Brotherhood, Virtue, Integrity) Men of all ages in our community are suffering from a lack of social connection, fraternity, and support in carrying out their vocations as Catholic men in today’s world. This Catholic Men’s group meets twice a month on the second & fourth Saturday of the month after 9:00
- [ECYD Youth Ministry](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/project/youth/) - St. Albert the Great recognizes the importance of providing pre-teens and teens with engaging games, activities, and discussions to build friendships and grow their faith in Jesus Christ. Registration is Open for Youth in Grades 5 to 8 and High School Leaders in Grades 9 to 12 . Youth in Grades 5 to 8
- [Coming Alive Camp](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/project/coming-alive-camp/) - Preview Changes (opens in a new tab) Coming Alive Camp July 19 – 23, 2027 This faith-based camp runs for one week each July (always the week after Stampede) from 9am to 1pm daily from Monday to Friday inclusive. Its focus is on children entering grades 1 – 6 and includes youth volunteers who assist
- [Catholic Women's League (CWL)](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/project/catholic-womens-league/) - The Catholic Women’s League (“CWL”) joined the community of St. Albert the Great Parish (SATG) in November 1999. Why are we? We are an organization that encourages spiritual development, promotes Catholic teachings, protects the sanctity of life, enhances women’s role in the church and society, defends Christian education, recognizes human dignity of all peoples, and
- [Sunday Social (8:30 AM & 10:30 AM)](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/project/sunday-social/) - Sunday Social takes place after 8:30 AM & 10:30 AM Mass in the gathering area downstairs. Participating in this fun ministry gives parishioners the opportunity to build relationships through fellowship and community. Sunday social consists of approximately 4 teams for each Mass on a rotation, and each serves about once a month. The team serves
- [Society of St. Vincent de Paul](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/project/st-vincent-de-paul/) - St. Albert the Great Ministry Overview – Society of St. Vincent de Paul MISSION: The Society of St. Vincent de Paul (SSVP) is an international Catholic organization whose mission is: To live the Gospel message by serving Christ in the poor with love, respect, justice and joy. VALUES: See Christ in anyone who suffers Come
- [Women's Bible Study](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/project/womens-bible-study/) - The text for this ministry is being composed. Check back later for the updated web page.
- [Men's Bible Study](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/project/mens-bible-study/) - The text for this ministry is being composed. Check back later for the updated web page.
- [Catholic Grandparents Group](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/project/catholic-grandparents-group/) - "To help Grandparents pass on the faith and keep prayer in the heart of family life" St. Albert the Great’s Catholic Grandparents Support Group is a faith-filled community of grandparents who come together to support one another and our grandchildren in their faith journey with Christ Rooted in Catholic values. We strive to nurture the
- [New Canadian Family Ministry of Hope](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/project/new-canadian-family-ministry-of-hope/) - New Canadian Family Ministry of Hope Mt 25:35 For I was hungry and you gave me food, I was thirsty and you gave me drink, I was a stranger and you welcomed me. St. Albert the Great parish sponsored an International Catholic family who were suffering persecution for their Catholic faith. MINISTRY MISSION
- [50 & Fabulous](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/project/boomer-seniors-55/) - Hello Ladies 50 and Older! We’d like to invite you to join our parish group called “50 & Fabulous” — where our theme is Faith, Friends, and Fun! We meet every Wednesday morning from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. in the St. Albert Room. It’s a wonderful opportunity to connect with other women in our parish,
- [Parish Renewal Team (PRT)](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/project/parish-renewal/) - You are CALLED, You MATTER, You BELONG!!! The Parish Renewal Team was formed under the guidance of Fr. Andrew, in response to the Bishop's call for Pastoral Renewal in our Diocese. Pastoral Renewal is the commitment of the clergy, religious, and the faithful in the entire Diocese to authentically grow closer to JESUS, who calls
- [Marriage Preparation](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/project/marriage-preparation/) - The message of The Faithland is that Christ saves sinners. In light of that, we steward a message that radically changes lives. We will therefore preach, teach and train
- [RCIA Ministry](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/project/rcia-ministry/) - BECOMING CATHOLIC RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults) is offered year-round for those thinking about becoming a Catholic or completing their sacraments of initiation. RCIA is intended for adults with a wide range of needs and circumstances including: Those never baptized who are considering baptism, including those who may have a background in
- [Come As You Are / Discovery](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/project/come-as-you-are/) - YOU ARE WELCOME HERE! Here at St. Albert the Great Parish everyone is welcome, no matter where you are in your faith journey we invite you to grow further with us and invite you to join when we host Connect Nights or Faith Studies. Larry Cubalchini of Catholic Formation.org says it best "Catholic formation
- [Arts & Crafts](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/project/arts-crafts/) - The Arts & Crafts Group will be meeting twice in the summer, and will resume regular meet ups September 16th, and then every Tuesday after 9:30AM Mass, official start time is 10AM. For questions please contact the office at 403-257-6054
- [Lectors](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/project/lectors/) - (Photo courtesy of Calgary Diocese) From the very beginning Christians have gathered together to hear the Word of God, and there have been individuals entrusted with the task of reading the Word. A Lector is required to read from scripture to the congregation. Lectors must understand and believe that they are performing a real ministry
- [Children's Liturgy](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/project/childrens-liturgy/) - Children's Liturgy Ministry also known as Sunday School, is a volunteer run program that teaches the Liturgy of the Word in terms that children can understand. The program is designed for children aged 4 to 7 years. Children's Liturgy Participation Registration Information To register your child for Children's Liturgy please click on this link
- [Couples for Christ](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/project/couples-for-christ/) - About Us A Catholic movement intended for the renewal and strengthening of Christian family life. CFC couples have committed themselves to the Lord and to one another so that they may grow in maturity as men and women of God and fulfill their primary vocation of raising families grounded in Christian values, in the service
- [Finance Council](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/project/finance-council/) - In accordance with Canon 537 (i.e. the laws of the Roman Catholic Church), every Parish is required to have a finance council to assist the parish pastor in the administration of temporal assets (i.e. material or tangible assets, including building, property and finances) of the parish to help it fulfill its mission in the diocese.
- [Pastoral Care](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/project/pastoral-care/) - Pastoral care is a ministry of compassionate healing and presence. It is a fundamental aspect of ministry in the Catholic Tradition available to those parishioners who are sick, elderly, dying, home-bound and bereaved. Our parish has a number of pastoral care ministers that are available to bring Holy Communion to parishioners who are unable to
- [Decorating - Worship Environment Ministry](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/project/decorating-ministry/) - The volunteers of the Decorating - Worship Environment ministry are responsible for preparing the Parish for our liturgical seasons. This includes setting up the Parish with certain liturgical decorations throughout the year. If you feel that this ministry aligns with your gifts of service please complete our volunteer form. You can email any questions to volunteers@stalbertthegreat.ca and
- [Library Ministry](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/project/library/) - The Library Ministry organizes and maintains the parish library books. This ministry currently meets once a month (off during July & Aug) on Saturday's to re-shelve books, clean and organize the library content. If you feel this ministry would be something you would like join, please complete our volunteer form. You can email any questions
- [Card Committee](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/project/card-committee/) - The Card Committee creates hand written cards for various reasons throughout the year. This work can be done at home, it's a wonderful way to show a personal touch. For more information about this ministry please contact volunteers@stalbertthegreat.ca and one of our Volunteer Coordinators will connect with you.
- [Kitchen](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/project/kitchen/) - The Kitchen Ministry maintains the order of our parish kitchen by maintaining supply levels, such as ordering coffee, tea, cream, milk, sugar, and juices. They ensure the kitchen is organized so that our ministries and groups can use the space and its contents. Some of the other duties include, doing dishes, cleaning soiled linens, unpacking
- [Sacramental Prep](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/project/sacramental-prep/) - Sacramental Preparation The Sacraments of First Reconciliation, First Eucharist and Confirmation are public celebrations of the Catholic faith and are of utmost importance in the life of the Church. Preparation programs for the parents and their children receiving Sacraments of First Reconciliation, Confirmation and First Communion are hosted by the Parish. The purpose of these
- [Sacristan](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/project/sacristan/) - The holy preparations in which Sacristans are entrusted are the basic framework for the beautiful and sacred objects that are used and carried out before, during, and after the Mass. It’s a serious job that one must undertake with care and wisdom. Many of the Sacristan’s duties are related to taking care of the Sacristy
- [Pew Cleaners / Pew Crew (Holy Dusters)](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/project/pew-cleaners/) - The Pew Cleaning Ministry our Holy Dusters ensure that the body of the Church is cleaned, and organized after weekend Masses by ensuring sufficient envelopes, and pew books are in order. Time commitment is Monday mornings as personal schedules permit. If you feel that you this ministry sounds like something you would like to do
- [Community Garden](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/project/community-garden/) - The text for this ministry is being composed. Check back later for the updated web page. If you feel that you have a gift to offer please complete our volunteer form. You can email any questions to volunteers@stalbertthegreat.ca and one of our Volunteer Coordinators will connect with you.
- [Stewardship](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/project/stewardship/) - The text for this ministry is being composed. Check back later for the updated web page. If you feel that you have a gift to offer please complete our volunteer form. You can email any questions to volunteers@stalbertthegreat.ca and one of our Volunteer Coordinators will connect with you.
- [Development & Peace Group](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/project/development-peace-group/) - With human dignity at its centre, Catholic Social Teaching (CST) is the foundation for what Pope Francis called “integral human development,” which recognizes that everything is connected. In a message to popular movements, he explains that the “social teaching of the Church does not have all the answers, but it does have some principles that along
- [Welcome Mass Ministry](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/project/welcome/) - The Welcome Ministry (which includes our greeters, ushers, and guardian angels) is dedicated to creating a warm, organized, and safe environment for every parishioner attending Mass. These ministry volunteers serve not only at the beginning of Mass but throughout the entire service, ensuring support and guidance until parishioners leave the church. As visible representatives of
- [Extraordinary Eucharistic Ministry](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/project/eucharistic-ministry/) - Liturgy of the Eucharist, Liturgical Catechesis The gift of being able to bring Jesus to the people of God begins with a humble willingness to be the servant. Augustine of Hippo: Becoming and Being the Body of Christ "Believers show they know the Body of Christ if they do not neglect to be the Body
- [Knights of Columbus (K of C)](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/project/knights-of-columbus/) - The Knights of Columbus is a Catholic Fraternal Organization, founded in 1882 by Father Michael J. McGivney in New Haven, Connecticut as a men’s fraternal benefit society to render financial aid to members and their families. Mutual aid and assistance are offered to sick, disabled and needy members and their families. Social and intellectual
- [Parish Pastoral Council](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/project/parish-pastoral-council/) - The St. Albert the Great Parish Pastoral Council (PPC) meets once a month on the third Tuesday at 7:00PM in the Parish Office Boardroom. These meetings are open to the public and parishioners are welcome to attend. If you have questions about PPC please contact: ppc@stalbertthegreat.ca Parish Pastoral Council 2025 Meeting Schedule is March 18th,
- [Music Ministry](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/project/music/) - St. Albert the Great has a number of different choirs who play a combination of Traditional Catholic and Contemporary Christian music. New members are always encouraged and welcome! Here are the various Choirs we have at St. Albert the Great Parish 5 pm Choir (3 Saturdays per month + special celebrations) 9 am Choir (3
- [Altar Linen Care](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/project/altar-linen-care/) - Care of Vestry Garments and Linens, and Sacristy Linens The primary mission of the altar linen care team is to provide clean altar server albs, baptism towels and gowns and linens for the Sunday and weekday liturgies. This ministry will give you an opportunity to assist with the Mass is a very special way. All garments and
- [Altar Server](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/project/altar-server/) - Altar Servers offer of themselves for the benefit of others by serving God, and His people, at Mass. They take part in all aspects of the Mass and are seated with the priest near the altar, where they complete their various duties. The duties of a server include leading the processions while bearing the cross,
- [Archive of Parish Information](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/project/archive/) - The text for this ministry is being composed. Check back later for the updated web page. For more information, contact the Parish office at 403 257 6054 . You can also contact the ministry by email at archives@stalbertthegreat.ca .
- [Funeral Reception](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/project/funeral-reception/) - 'I have come, not to be served, but to serve'. This committee of volunteer men and women assist the family of the deceased by providing refreshments or a luncheon in a place of comfort, following the Funeral Mass or Memorial service. People need and want to say their goodbyes and show support to the family

## Profiles

- [Dn. John Walsh](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/profile/john-walsh/) - Diocese of Calgary
- [Dn. Joseph Gingco](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/profile/dn-joseph-gingco/) - Diocese of Calgary
- [Carla Jane R.](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/profile/carla-jane-r/) - Information will be updated at a later date.
- [Greg Y.](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/profile/sandy-m/) - Information will be updated at a later date.
- [Dan D.](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/profile/dan-d/) - Information will be updated at a later date.
- [Fr. Krzysztof Sobanski, SDS](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/profile/krzysztof-sobanski/) - Diocese of Calgary
- [Fr. Andrew Maruszczak, SDS](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/profile/andrew-maruszczak/) - Diocese of Calgary
- [Vacant](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/profile/ppc/) - There are many variations of passages of Lorem Ipsum available, but the majority have suffered alteration in some form, injected humour, or randomised words which don't look even slightly believable. If you are going to use a passage of Lorem Ipsum, you need to be sure there isn't anything embarrassing hidden in the middle of
- [St Albert The Great](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/profile/albert/) - Albertus Magnus(c. 1200 – November 15, 1280), also known as Saint Albert the Great or Albert of Cologne, was a German Catholic Dominican friar, philosopher and bishop. Later canonised as a Catholic saint, he was known during his lifetime as Doctor universalis and Doctor expertus and, late in his life, the sobriquet Magnus was appended to his name.

## Sermons

- [We Do Not Lose Heart!](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/sermon/we-do-not-lose-heart/) - But I must explain to you how all this mistaken idea of denouncing pleasure and praising pain was born and I will give you a complete account of the system, and expound the actual teachings of the great explorer of the truth, the master-builder of human happiness. No one rejects, dislikes, or avoids pleasure itself,
- [5 Steps to Forgiveness](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/sermon/5-steps-to-forgiveness/) - Nam libero tempore, cum soluta nobis est eligendi optio cumque nihil impedit quo minus id quod maxime placeat facere possimus,At vero eos et accusamus et iusto odio dignissimos ducimus qui blanditiis praesentium voluptatum deleniti atque corrupti quos dolores et quas molestias excepturi sint occaecati cupiditate non provident, similique sunt in culpa qui officia deserunt mollitia
- [Why Should I Trust God?](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/sermon/why-should-i-trust-god/) - At vero eos et accusamus et iusto odio dignissimos ducimus qui blanditiis praesentium voluptatum deleniti atque corrupti quos dolores et quas molestias excepturi sint occaecati cupiditate non provident, similique sunt in culpa qui officia deserunt mollitia animi, id est laborum et dolorum fuga. Et harum quidem rerum facilis est et expedita distinctio. Nam libero tempore,
- [Rebuilding The Walls](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/sermon/rebuilding-the-walls/) - It is a long established fact that a reader will be distracted by the readable content of a page when looking at its layout. The point of using Lorem Ipsum is that it has a more-or-less normal distribution of letters, as opposed to using 'Content here, content here', making it look like readable English. Many
- [Reading the God's Word](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/sermon/reading-the-gods-word/) - It is a long established fact that a reader will be distracted by the readable content of a page when looking at its layout. The point of using Lorem Ipsum is that it has a more-or-less normal distribution of letters, as opposed to using 'Content here, content here', making it look like readable English. Many
- [The Testing of Our Faith](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/sermon/the-testing-of-our-faith/) - There are many variations of passages of Lorem Ipsum available, but the majority have suffered alteration in some form, by injected humour, or randomised words which don't look even slightly believable. If you are going to use a passage of Lorem Ipsum, you need to be sure there isn't anything embarrassing hidden in the middle
- [He Does All Things Well](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/sermon/he-does-all-things-well/) - There are many variations of passages of Lorem Ipsum available, but the majority have suffered alteration in some form, by injected humour, or randomised words which don't look even slightly believable. If you are going to use a passage of Lorem Ipsum, you need to be sure there isn't anything embarrassing hidden in the middle
- [Nothing Else Matters](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/sermon/nothing-else-matters/) - There are many variations of passages of Lorem Ipsum available, but the majority have suffered alteration in some form, by injected humour, or randomised words which don't look even slightly believable. If you are going to use a passage of Lorem Ipsum, you need to be sure there isn't anything embarrassing hidden in the middle

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## Events

- [Sermon P.2](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/events/sermon-p-2/) - Sed ut perspiciatis unde omnis iste natus error sit voluptatem accusantium doloremque laudantium, totam rem aperiam, eaque ipsa quae ab illo inventore veritatis et quasi architecto beatae vitae dicta sunt explicabo. Nemo enim ipsam voluptatem quia voluptas sit aspernatur aut odit aut fugit, sed quia consequuntur magni dolores eos qui ratione voluptatem sequi nesciunt. Neque
- [Sermon](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/events/sermon/) - Sed ut perspiciatis unde omnis iste natus error sit voluptatem accusantium doloremque laudantium, totam rem aperiam, eaque ipsa quae ab illo inventore veritatis et quasi architecto beatae vitae dicta sunt explicabo. Nemo enim ipsam voluptatem quia voluptas sit aspernatur aut odit aut fugit, sed quia consequuntur magni dolores eos qui ratione voluptatem sequi nesciunt. Neque
- [Volunteer Work](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/events/volunteer-work/) - Sed ut perspiciatis unde omnis iste natus error sit voluptatem accusantium doloremque laudantium, totam rem aperiam, eaque ipsa quae ab illo inventore veritatis et quasi architecto beatae vitae dicta sunt explicabo. Nemo enim ipsam voluptatem quia voluptas sit aspernatur aut odit aut fugit, sed quia consequuntur magni dolores eos qui ratione voluptatem sequi nesciunt. Neque
- [Morning Ministry](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/events/morning-ministry/) - On the other hand, we denounce with righteous indignation and dislike men who are so beguiled and demoralized by the charms of pleasure of the moment, so blinded by desire, that they cannot foresee the pain and trouble that are bound to ensue; and equal blame belongs to those who fail in their duty through
- [Ministry on Monday](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/events/ministry-on-monday/) - On the other hand, we denounce with righteous indignation and dislike men who are so beguiled and demoralized by the charms of pleasure of the moment, so blinded by desire, that they cannot foresee the pain and trouble that are bound to ensue; and equal blame belongs to those who fail in their duty through

## FAQs

- [St. Francis of Assisi’s call to a religious vocation resulted in his becoming a male member of a religious order that originally relied solely on alms and lived and worked among regular people in society.  He was not a monk but what was he?](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/ufaq/st-francis-of-assisis-call-to-a-religious-vocation-resulted-in-his-becoming-a-male-member-of-a-religious-order-that-originally-relied-solely-on-alms-that-lived-and-worked-among-regular-peopl/) - St. Francis of Assisi was known as a Friar as he was a male member of a religious order that originally relied solely on alms that lived and worked among regular people in society. Please send us an email to volunteers@stalbertthegreat.ca if you have any Catholic Trivia and would like to share it with others.
- [What does the term SATG mean that I see in some information?](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/ufaq/what-is-the-term-satg/) - SATG is an acronym which stands for St. Albert the Great parish.
- [Where may I find items that I may have left at the church?](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/ufaq/where-may-i-find-items-that-i-may-have-left-at-the-church/) - The Lost & Found table is in the Narthex (the main lobby before entering the church). Enter through the main front doors, turn to the left and it is located just past the washrooms on the west side of the building. More valuable items may be stored in the office for safe-keeping. Please call during
- [What must I do to have a Pastoral Reference (for working in a school) completed by the Pastor?](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/ufaq/what-must-i-do-to-have-a-pastoral-reference-for-working-in-a-school-completed-by-the-pastor/) - Please email the pastor Father Andrew at pastor@stalbertthegreat.ca to arrange for a Pastoral Reference meeting.
- [How can I obtain a Parish bulletin?](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/ufaq/how-can-i-obtain-a-parish-bulletin/) - We have been providing the Parish bulletin to our parishioners in two ways. By email - Click on the link to register on the Parish Flocknote site to receive the weekly bulletin. On our Website - Click on the link and scroll down the page to view the current or past bulletins for those who
- [What is the Parish office phone number and office hours?](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/ufaq/what-is-the-parish-office-phone-number-and-office-hours/) - Parish office number is (403) 257-6054 Parish office hours are: Monday, Tuesday & Friday - 9:30 PM to 12:30 PM Wednesday & Thursday - 9:30 AM to 12:30 AM and 1:00 PM to 4:30 PM Saturday, Sunday & Holidays - Closed All this information can be found on our website under “Contact Us - St Albert
- [What is the principal church in a diocese (that is usually the bishop’s seat) called?](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/ufaq/catholic-trivia/) - It is called a Cathedral. Please send us an email to volunteers@stalbertthegreat.ca if you have any Catholic Trivia and would like to share it with others.
- [I am new to the Parish.  What do I need to do to become a registered member of the Parish?](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/ufaq/i-am-new-to-the-parish-what-do-i-need-to-do-to-become-a-regiseterd-member-of-the-parish/) - To register as a new Parishioner please complete this form.
- [What is the process for scheduling a Mass intention?](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/ufaq/what-is-the-process-for-scheduling-a-mass-intention/) - Please call the office during office hours at (403) 257-6054 to request a Mass intention. Mass intentions can be booked 3 months in advance. Due to the number of requests we receive, we limit anyone requesting a Mass Intention to only 2 per month.
- [I would like someone to help me with my Spiritual Direction.  What must I do to ask for this help?](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/ufaq/i-would-like-someone-to-help-me-with-my-spiritual-direction-what-must-i-do-to-ask-for-this-help/) - We have 3 amazing Spiritual Directors at our parish who can help you grow in your relationship with God. For more information, please click on this link.
- [What do I have to do to request for a special Blessing (i.e. home, car, other items etc.)](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/ufaq/what-do-i-have-to-do-to-request-for-a-special-blessing-i-e-home-car-other-items-etc/) - Please call the office during office hours at (403) 257-6054 to request a special blessing for your home, vehicle, etc.
- [How do I register for any Sacrament (Baptism, Reconciliation, First Eucharist, Confirmation, Adults (RCIA), Marriage, etc.)?](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/ufaq/how-do-i-register-for-any-sacrament-baptism-reconciliation-first-eucharist-confirmation-adults-rcia-marriage-etc/) - The main menu item, Parish Life , on our website will provide you with required information you need to register yourself or your loved one(s) for any sacrament.
- [How do I volunteer or obtain information in participating in a ministry?](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/ufaq/how-do-i-volunteer-or-obtain-information-in-participating-in-a-ministry/) - Are you feeling the call to volunteer? St. Albert the Great Parish has over 30 ministries that would love your help! Please click here for more information that will help you in the answer to your calling.
- [How do I update my family information such as a change of address with the Parish?](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/ufaq/how-do-i-update-my-family-information-such-as-a-change-of-address-with-the-parish/) - We are asking all Parishioners who registered with the Parish prior to June, 2021 to complete the current registration form. Many of our records are very old and outdated. Having the information for all current members of our Parish community in the same format allows up to serve you more efficiently. For example, we can
- [How do I make an offering or a donation to the Parish?](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/ufaq/how-do-i-make-an-offering-or-a-donation-to-the-parish/) - It is now possible to make your regular offertory gift online. Our parish relies on your regular offertory giving for maintenance and growth. Please click on the link to complete the Donation Form. You may continue to donate in person after Mass or by stopping by the Parish Office during office hours .
- [What are the Mass times and when are confessions heard at St. Albert the Great Parish?](https://stalbertthegreat.ca/ufaq/what-are-the-mass-times-and-when-are-confessions-heard-at-st-albert-the-great-parish/) - Click on the links to find Mass and confession times or go to the website at https://stalbertthegreat.ca . Special Mass times (i.e. Christmas, Easter, etc.) will also be posted on our website or in the bulletin.

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