DIVINE MERCY SUNDAY

MASS INTENTIONS

Tue, Apr 18 @ 9:00 am          Melfor Tuason  (RIP)

Tue, Apr 18 @ 10:00 am        Thomas Bloome (RIP) - Senior Care Centre

Tue, Apr 18 @ 6:30 pm          Caroline Isabella and Sara Mateus (INT)
Wed, Apr 19 @ 9:00 am         Morley Seis (RIP)

Wed, Apr 19 @ 10:30 am       Nathan Malloy (RIP)

Wed, Apr 19 @ 6:30 pm         Bob Savoy (RIP)
Thu, Apr 20 @ 9:00 am          Marcus De Obieta (RIP)

Thu, Apr 20 @ 6:30 pm          Bob Savoy (RIP)

Fri, Apr 21 @ 9:00 am            Francis Seneviratne (INT)
Fri, Apr 21 @ 6:30 pm            Bob Savoy (RIP)
Sat, Apr 22 @ 9:00 am           Sharon van der Sloot (INT)

Sat, Apr 22 @ 5:00 pm           Patricia Tang & Family (INT)
Sun, Apr 23 @ 9:00 am          Neil Eno (RIP)

Sun, Apr 23 @ 11:00 am        St. Albert the Great Community (INT)

Sun, Apr 23 @ 5:00 pm          Guillaume Bangha Johdom (INT)

MARCH 2023 FINANCIAL UPDATE

2023 TOGETHER IN ACTION CAMPAIGN

Our 2023 Together In Action goal is $78,445 and any surplus funds above our goal will go towards the repair of the main doors to the church.  To date we have raised $24,009.74 towards our goal thanks to your generous contributions.

REFUGEE FAMILY DONATION UPDATE

SOCIETY OF ST. VINCENT DE PAUL

St. Albert the Great St. Vincent de Paul needs jam and peanut butter.  Please drop your donations in the St. Vincent de Paul box in the Narthex.  Thank you for your support!

PLEASE HELP US TELL THE STORY OF OUR PARISH

A small group of the faithful from St. Albert the Great Parish have taken on the mission to put together some recollections and archives going back to the very beginnings of our parish.  Our history got away from us and we think that while we’re still able, we need to gather up our memories.  We are reaching out to anyone who has been a part of our journey for the past 25 years to help document our past.

We’re not exactly sure of what this is all going to look like, but all stories and memories are important.  Can you help us?

Your participation wouldn’t involve a huge time commitment.  If you do like meetings and such, we’ve decided to gather once a month to add past events to a giant timeline.  But, another way that you might participate is to write down your recollections…events that stick out in your memory or that were really important to your family.  You might want to look through your boxes of photos and contribute those or a scan of those.  There are many ways that your participation might be celebrated.  Whether you walked in the front doors of our church when they first opened 20 years ago, or for the first time a few months ago, you are an important part of our history and we thank you for anything you might do.  If you have something to share, please contact us at  archives@stalb...  .

COMING ALIVE CAMP - VOLUNTEERS REQUIRED

Coming Alive Camp is looking for adult volunteers for July 17 to 21. This camp geared toward students entering grades 1-6, running from 8:45 am to 1 pm each day of the week.  Children take part in morning song and prayer, craft, a faith-based lesson, recreation time outside (or inside if weather does not permit), a snack and Mass. 

The camp is entirely volunteer run and we are in need of more adult volunteers. Some of the perks of volunteering for Coming Alive Camp include guaranteed registration and a reduced fee for your children at camp.  Children who are not yet old enough for camp (newborn to kindergarten age) can join our cherubs group ($20 per child for the week), Children entering grades 1 to 6 in September can be campers ($40 per child for the week).  We are looking for a few people to help with recreation, snack preparation and as adult leaders.  Please let Liisa know at ComingAliveCam...  if you would like more information and / or are interested in volunteering.

PRAYER BOARD

HIKE FOR LIFE

ST. PHILIP SCHOOL REGISTRATION

St. Philip is accepting registrations from Catholic or Eastern Orthodox families for all grades for the 2023 - 2024 school year from our designated attendance areas – Parkland community, an area of Bonaventure, Diamond Cove, all areas south of Glenmore trail requesting program of choice, Fine Arts.

Your child is eligible for Kindergarten September 2023 if he/she was born on or before December 31^st, 2018.  For non-Catholic families, we do accept registration and all documentation will be held on a waiting list.  Acceptance is based on room and resources. 

Sunday Bulletin shorts, free to use

We might find it difficult to believe that faith was no easier for the first disciples than it is for us today over 2,000 years later.  John describes a community united not by faith, but by fear.  Ever since Jesus first said “Peace be with you,” we have continued to need those reassuring words to combat our own fears.  This phrase is still part of our liturgy for this reason.  Thomas reminds us that doubt is not the enemy of faith, but fear is.  He also illustrates our human need for touch, for physical encounter – a need met profoundly in the celebration of our sacraments.

Resources for children

Easter Message from the Bishop “Our Resurrection Faith”

Read Bishop McGrattan's Easter message as we enter the Easter season.  The Bishop invites us to remember the pathway of experience that allowed Jesus' disciples to be strengthened in the faith of the resurrection and empowered by the Holy Spirit to share this witness with everyone.  Visit: catholicyyc.ca/blog

Pope Francis' Easter Message "Christ is truly risen, hope is reborn for all!

Following the Easter Sunday Mass, Pope Francis delivers his Easter message and blessing "To the City and the World", underscoring the joyous hope that Christ's resurrection brings and encouraging Christians to rediscover the joy of serving God, working for peace, and helping our brothers and sisters in a world marked by so much suffering.  Read now
 

Volunteer Appreciation Week | April 16-22

“Let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.”  Matthew 5:16  
Parish Volunteers:  We are incredibly grateful to God for you and your loving service to the Church and the parish community.  We want you to know that your work has not gone unnoticed.  God bless you for your generosity, and thank you for being a blessing to others! 

Christian-Buddhist Conversations | Apr 20

Pope St. Paul VI spoke about the importance of dialogue as a Church and how this must be central to our Christian mission.  In light of St. Paul VI’s vision for the Church--- join us for an evening of discussion produced by the diocesan Office of Ecumenical and Interreligious Affair.

Speakers: Dr. Anthony Barber (University of Calgary, Head of Asian Studies), a Buddhist Monk, and Dr. Timothy Harvie (St. Mary’s University Associate Professor of Philosophy and Ethics, and Program Coordinator of Social Justice and Catholic Studies), a Catholic writer and professor.  When: Thursday, April 20, 2023, at 7 pm at St. Gerard’s Church (8944 Elbow Dr. SW, Calgary).  For more information, click here

Catholic Spring Market | Apr 23

Come and support your local Catholic vendors and find authentic Catholic products for your home or for gifts at the upcoming Catholic Spring Market!  There will be multiple local Catholic booths, shops and artists being hosted at St. Michael Catholic Community on Sunday, April 23, 2023 from 10 am to 3 pm (closed during mass times).  catholicyyc.ca/news

Spiritual Direction: What it is and how it helps | Apr 25 

Would you like a spiritual companion on your faith journey but you're not quite sure how to go about it?  Learn how spiritual direction can be an encouraging and supportive accompaniment to your spiritual life.  When: Tue, Apr. 25 at 7 pm, at the FCJ Centre.  To register, contact 403-228-4215 or visit fcjcentre.ca

Holy Family Conference
April 28 & 29 at the Shrine Church of Our Lady of the Rockies | “It Takes a Family to Heal a Family”

Two-day Holy Family Conference with theme: "It takes a family to heal a family" will take place on April 28-29 at the Shrine Church of Our Lady of the Rockies, Canmore, with speakers: Fr. Paul Moret, Chief Wilton Littlechild, Karen Wildcat, and Deacon Ed Mending.  Topics: Holy Cloak of St. Joseph, Truth & Reconciliation, St. Kateri Tekakwitha, Our Lady of Guadalupe, Works of Mercy, Prison Ministry.  Cost:  $40/adult or $50 for a family of four ($10 for each additional child).  To register, contact Lyle Thorne at 1-780-915-6091 or email  ourhope@telus.net 

Learn how to make an illuminated Manuscript

The Sacred Arts Guild of Alberta (SAGA) invites you to a weekend of sacred art making with artist Debbie Thompson Wilson, and work on the images of The Sacred Lamb on April 28, and the Noah's Ark on April 29-30 at Kensington Art Supply, Calgary.  For more information, email  sacredartsguildofalber...  

Journeying Together: Hope & Healing for those mourning the loss of a child | May 5 & 6

Two-day workshop for those mourning the loss of a child through miscarriage or stillbirth.  Lunch and refreshments included; childcare available.  Friday, May 5 (7 pm to 9 pm) session offers an evening of healing prayer, adoration, and reflection; Saturday, May 6 (9:30 am to 3:30 pm) session is an all day workshop consisting of talks, round table discussions, and support.  Register by May 1 at miscarriageliturgy.ca...  

Priestly Ordination of Santiago Torres | June 16

Rev. Mr. Santiago Torres, a transitional deacon currently completing studies at St. Joseph Seminary, Edmonton, has been called to ordination to the Holy Priesthood at St. Mary's Cathedral, Calgary, on the Solemnity of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus, Friday, June 16, 2023 at 7 pm.

Career opportunities

• Bookkeeper (Full-time) - Calgary Pastoral Centre, Calgary

• Senior Accountant (Full-time) - Calgary Pastoral Centre, Calgary

• Assistant Coordinator (Casual) - Feed the Hungry, Calgary Pastoral Centre, Calgary

• Admin. Assistant (Part-time) - Our Lady of the Rockies, Canmore

• Children's Liturgy Coord. (Casual) - St. Michael's, Calgary

• Cook (Part-time) - St. Mary's Cathedral

• Family Faith Coordinator - All Saints, Lethbridge

Please visit  catholicyyc.ca/caree...  for more information and application details. 

National Family and Life Week 

The Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops (CCCB) warmly invites the Catholic faithful to celebrate National Family and Life Week 2023 on May 7-14, with the theme: “Love one another.  Just as I have loved you, love one another” (John 13:34). For more info and family resources, visit  www.cccb.ca 

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April / May 2023 Calendar Highlights