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St. Albert the Great Parish “O taste and see that the Lord is good”   Ps 34.8 10 Prestwick Drive SE, Calgary, AB, Canada T2Z 4J6 Phone: 403 257 6054          Fax: 403 257 6072 www.stalbertthegreat.ca Charitable...

 

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St. Albert the Great Parish

 

“O taste and see that the Lord is good”   Ps 34.8

 

10 Prestwick Drive SE, Calgary, AB, Canada T2Z 4J6

Phone: 403 257 6054          Fax: 403 257 6072

Charitable Registration Number 107909939 RR0084

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

3rd SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

 

Jonah 3: 1 - 5, 10

Corinthians 7: 29 - 31

Mark 1: 14 - 20

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

STEWARDSHIP REFLECTION

 

Today’s readings call us to be decisive in our faith.

Simon, Andrew, James, and John demonstrate this decision for us in their response to Christ’s calling, "Come after me, and I will make you fishers of men."  In both instances, the men immediately abandoned what was before them and followed Christ.

Imagine if Simon and Andrew looked at their Savior and said, "Thanks for the offer, but we will finish up fishing and meet you later."  That is no way a disciple should respond to Christ’s call.  Yet, that is how we often respond to Jesus' offer to us, "Come after me."  We can easily fall into the misconception that we have plenty of time to live active discipleship.  But as faithful stewards of our time, we must change our ways and immediately follow Christ more intentionally, because Christ is calling us to act now.

These men became members of Jesus' 12 apostles.  They surrendered their entire lives to follow Christ.  We, too, are called to surrender our lives to the Lord so that He may work through us.  We might think, “God isn't calling me.”  But indeed, He is. Just as He called four ordinary fishermen, He is calling each one of us.  Renewing and reevaluating what God might be asking of us throughout our lives is a key component of our stewardship journey.

As we settle into this New Year, let us ponder the ways we can renew our commitment to God. Let us ask ourselves: what are we casting our nets for?  And are we willing to leave it behind for something much greater?  And if not now, when?

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

MASS INTENTIONS

 

Tue, Jan 23 @ 9:00 am         Margaret Armstrong (RIP)

Tue, Jan 23 @ 6:30 pm         Gabino Ducut (RIP)

Wed, Jan 24 @ 9:00 am        Hugh Quirke (RIP)

Wed, Jan 24 @ 6:30 pm        Erlinda Mendoza (RIP)

Thu, Jan 25 @ 9:00 am         Christian Anthony - Blessing for new baby

Thu, Jan 25 @ 6:30 pm         Kate G. (INT)

Fri, Jan 26 @ 9:00 am           Irineo & Amanda Obispo (RIP)

Fri, Jan 26 @ 6:30 pm           Rufino & Gregoria Florendo (RIP)
Sat, Jan 27 @ 9:00 am          St. Bonaventure KofC (INT)

Sat, Jan 27 @ 5:00 pm          Ernesto Balaoig (RIP)
Sun, Jan 28 @ 9:00 am         Caleb Honish (RIP)

Sun, Jan 28 @ 11:00 am       St. Albert the Great Community (INT)

Sun, Jan 28 @ 5:00 pm         Caleb Honish (RIP)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

IMPORTANT DONATION INFORMATION

 

ELECTRONIC FUNDS TRANSFERS – when making donations by Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) please put your full name in the memo line, and your address if it is the first time you are sending an EFT donation.  We are receiving donations that only come in from the bank with a first name, and we do not know who it belongs to, or what it is for; donation, sacrament fee payment, etc.  Also, you may have the same first and last name as another parishioner, and the address helps us correctly record the donation.  Your full name and address ensures that we are recording the donation to the correct person for tax receipts at the end of the year.

 

DONATION ENVELOPES – we are encouraging parishioners to make donations electronically, however we can provide you with a box of donation envelopes and a sheet of labels to put on them, as the envelopes are not numbered.  Please come to the parish office Monday through Friday 9:30 am to 12:30 pm, and we can provide you with the box of envelopes and labels.  If you do not want the labels, when using envelopes, please PRINT your full name and address on the envelope.  If you only put your first name “John”, or your last name “Doe Family”, we do not know who to record the donation to and it gets recorded as loose.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

TAX RECEIPTS FOR YOUR GENEROUS 2023 DONATIONS

 

We are always trying to control our expenses.  Instead of sending your tax receipt by Canada Post we prefer to send out your tax receipt by email.  If you wish to have your tax receipt sent by email then please send an email to  donations@stal...  requesting that you wish to receive your tax receipt by email.  This request will also provide us with your current email address to where we will send the tax receipt.  Thank you for your cooperation.

 

PLEASE NOTE: If you made a donation to St. Vincent de Paul, please be aware that they issue separate tax receipts for your donations, as they operate separately from the parish.  Tax receipts will be mailed out in February for 2023 donations.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

PARKING NEAR THE CHURCH

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DECEMBER 2023 FINANCIAL SNAPSHOT

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

PASTORAL CARE IN OUR PARISH

 

Our parish has a number of pastoral care ministers that are available to bring Holy Communion to parishioners who are unable to attend Mass.  Pastoral care is a ministry of healing and presence to those parishioners who are sick, elderly, dying, homebound and bereaved.   Our ministers are available to make home visits, as well we have ministers that regularly attend the South Campus Hosptial.  

 

Starting Sunday January 14, 2024 there will be a Mass every Sunday at South Health Campus Hospital at 3:00 pm. 

 

If you or a loved one are a parishioner in need of a pastoral care visit at home or at the South Calgary Health Campus please contact the parish office at 403-257-6054. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

PARISH SOCIAL MEDIA COORDINATORS NEEDED

 

St. Albert the Great Parish is seeking 2 individuals to develop and manage our social media and other electronic communications.  This volunteer position is an excellent opportunity to gain practical digital communications experience while serving your Parish by connecting with and informing our faithful.  For more information, please click here .

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

UPCOMING EVENTS

 

January 20 & 21 –  A KofC bottle drive will be held.  Please bring in your recyclable bottles and cans to help fundraise for our upcoming charity needs for 2024.

 

February 4 –  The KofC will provide a pancake breakfast after the 9:00 am and 11:00 am Masses supported by the charity fundrasing proceeds collected by them to date.

 

 

FAMILY OF THE MONTH PRESS RELEASE

 

The KofC Family of the Month for January 2024 Press Release can be found by clicking on  this link .

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Come As You Are UPCOMING EVENTS

 

Proclaiming the Gospel and Forming Missionary Disciples for the Renewal of the World!

 

Contact us at  comeasyouare.y...

 

 

 

Discovery Faith Study - New Year's Resolution!

 

If someone asked you what the "Good News" was, would you be able to articulate it, clear and simple?  We talk about the "Good News" all the time but do we know what it is?  We can't effectively share our faith unless we are absolutely clear on this matter.  That's where the DISCOVERY faith study comes in.  DISCOVERY is a 6-week study and invites participants to encounter Jesus Christ through a simple but challenging look at the Gospel message - the Good News.  If you desire to know Jesus better, so that you can share your faith with others in your life, this is the BEST first step!  Our next DISCOVERY study takes place in January 2024.  Make this your New Year's Resolution and sign up NOW for 2024.

 

Click here:  tinyurl.com/Ne...

 

 

POSTPONED: Connect Night  for January has been postponed to allow us to focus intensively on proclaiming the Gospel through our faith studies this month.  We'll see you again at the end of February!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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 $90,361.01 towards our goal thanks to your generous contributions.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

NEW CANADIAN FAMILY MINISTRY OF HOPE

 

As our sponsored family gets closer to transitioning from being refugees to becoming members of our parish, we wanted our ministry name to better reflect this. This is why we have renamed our ministry the 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.

 

Please see the website at  stalbertthegreat.ca/pr...  for updated information.

 

 

Also, thanks to the generosity of St. Albert the Great parishioners we have met our stated goal for fundraising for the refugee family!!

 

If you were a monthly contributor, please contact the office to stop or redirect your donations.

 

We will update you soon on the family's arrival as well as other ministry needs to prepare for welcoming the family to Canada.

   

Thank you so much for your generosity to this ministry.  God Bless. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SOCIETY OF 

ST. VINCENT DE PAUL

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Current Needs

 

St. Albert the Great St. Vincent de Paul currently needs  canned vegetables and canned beans .


Please drop your donations in the St. Vincent de Paul box in the Narthex.  Thank you for your support!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

THE MASS IN SACRED SCRIPTURE

 

If you would like to learn more about the Eucharist in the Scripture, join other parishioners to watch the series presented by Dcn. Harlod Burke-Silvers.

 

The presentations with a short discussion and fellowship will be offered twice a week after the 9:30 am morning Mass on Thursday & Saturday.  We will start on Thursday, February 1, with the first presentation.  That presentation will be repeated on Saturday, February 3.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

TMIY - THAT MAN IS YOU

 

 

The meetings are held on Saturdays @ 7:00 am at St. James Parish in Okotoks.

You may register at  programs.parad... .

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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...  .

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

PRAYER BOARD

 

"Because Christ hears and saves those who hope in Him, let us pray for . . . "

 

 

To have a name added to the Prayer Board, please email secretary@stalberttheg... and provide the name of the person you would like to add and how long you would like them to remain on the Prayer Board.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

PRE-LENTEN RELIGIOUS ART / ICON TOUR

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Mission Discernment Night

 

 

Are you in grade 11-12 or between 18-30 and trying to figure out what’s next in your life?  Come see if a year on mission is for you!  NET Canada invites you to our Mission Discernment Night in Calgary on Saturday, January 27th from 7-9pm at St. Bonaventure Parish!  Join us for a night of fellowship, food, and praise and get a glimpse into what a year on mission with NET Canada would look like!  Interested or know someone who would be?  Register at netcanada.ca/apply!  Have questions?  Email recruit@netcanada.ca or call/text 613-292-9991!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Click on the images above to connect to Mary's Meals website.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

You Are Called

 

 

Click on the above image to view the renewal web page.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Week of Prayer for Christian Unity | Jan 18-25

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Pope Francis has declared that the Third Sunday in Ordinary Time is to be devoted to the celebration, study and dissemination of the Word of God, which falls on the Third Sunday in Ordinary Time, Jan 21. 

  • Make Scripture a part of everyday life this year. Check out these practical tips from the Vatican to encourage the love of Scripture here.  
      
  • Liturgical & Pastoral Handbook for 2024 Sunday of the Word of God - Download
      
  • Please include the following prayer intentions for the Universal Prayer this weekend
      
  • Liturgical suggestions for parish, individuals, or family for Sunday of the Word of God are available here | Download graphic: square | wide

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ablaze Youth Ministry

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Join Father Troy Nguyen as he launches the ABLAZE Youth Ministry at St. Bonaventure, Calgary, which is also open to youth in the Diocese.  Please share this information with parents, teachers, and guardians with youth in their care! Register now.  January events: 

  • When: Friday evenings 
    • Jan 12 (Gr. 9-12) from 7 pm to 9 pm - with FacetoFace Ministries at St. Bonaventure, Calgary;
    • Jan 19 (All ages) from 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm - Family Adoration and Board Game at St. Bonaventure’s, Calgary
    • Jan 26 (Gr. 7-12) from 7 to 9 pm - Impact Night with Tony Melendez and Access52 - at St. Michael’s, Calgary.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Sunday of the Word of God | Jan 21

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Pope Francis has declared that the Third Sunday in Ordinary Time is to be devoted to the celebration, study and dissemination of the Word of God, which falls on the Third Sunday in Ordinary Time, Jan 21. 

  • Make Scripture a part of everyday life this year. Check out these practical tips from the Vatican to encourage the love of Scripture here.  
      
  • Liturgical & Pastoral Handbook for 2024 Sunday of the Word of God - Download
      
  • Please include the following prayer intentions for the Universal Prayer this weekend
      
  • Liturgical suggestions for parish, individuals, or family for Sunday of the Word of God are available here | Download graphic: square | wide

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Inspiration Unplugged presents: The Saint John's Bible

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Please join us for our third installment of the Inspiration Unplugged Catholic Lecture series! Come learn about and experience The Saint John’s Bible! Brad Neary, Director of the Heritage Program, will share the history of the original manuscript as well as details of the full-sized printed version, referred to as the Heritage Edition. The Saint John’s Bible is the first-handwritten, illuminated Bible commissioned by a Benedictine monastery in 500 years! 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

World Day for Consecrated Life - Feb 2

 

 

World Day for Consecrated Life will be celebrated in the Church on Friday, February 2, 2024, and in parishes over the weekend of February 3-4, 2024. Please pray for all those who have made commitments to consecrated life, and be sure to thank them on their special day. May they continue to be inspired by Jesus Christ and respond generously to God's gift of their vocation.
  

Download prayer card & images | If your parish wishes to have printed cards, please contact Sr. Dianne Turner

 

To watch the video of Consecrated Life in the Diocese - click here

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Theology of the Body

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Join experts Dr. Christopher West, Sister Helena Burns FSP, Fr. Cristino Bouvette, and internationally acclaimed songwriter, Mike Mangione, as they introduce and reflect St. John Paul II's Theology of the Body.

  • When/Where: Friday, Feb. 9, 2024 from 6 pm to 10 pm at Holy Spirit Catholic Church (10827 24 St SW Calgary)
  • Register online

For any questions, please contact theologyoftheb... 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Transitions

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

In this 18-week God-centered program, participants find strength in healing after separation or divorce, fostering growth through mutual understanding and connection.

  • When/Where:  Every Tuesday, from Feb 13, 2023, 7 pm to 9 pm at the Catholic Pastoral Centre (120 – 17th Avenue SW, Calgary) 
  • No fee registration | Limited spots available
  • Register now at catholicyyc.ca/transit...

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

From St. Mary's University

 

Apply now


Applications are now open for Fall 2024 in all BA/BSc programs and the helpful admissions team at St. Mary's is ready to guide you through the process.  Get a head start on building the foundation of your future by applying to St. Mary's University today at  stmu.ca...

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Sunday Bulletin shorts

The eager and immediate response from Peter, James and John, and Andrew in today’s reading draws us into their joy, but tension and confusion are lurking just beneath the surface.  While these disciples are the only ones who will be privileged to some of the most complete revelations of Jesus’ power and purpose, they are also the ones who will most seriously misunderstand Jesus and will fail him at key moments in Jesus’ life. 

  1. What does this passage tell you about call and response?
  2. Recall a time when you shared the enthusiasm of the disciples in this Gospel passage.
  3. Has your enthusiasm for Jesus ever been tempered or even absent?  Why or why not? 

(Reflection: Diocese of Saskatoon)

 

Resources for children

Preparing for a Happy Death... and the Life to Come Workshop Tuesdays, Jan 23 - Mar 5 at 7 pm - Online via Zoom

The Archdiocese of Edmonton invites compassionate Catholics, healthcare ministers, caregivers, and parishioners to participate in a 6-module course to engage Catholics in the ancient practice of preparing for a happy death and the life to come. Learn how to facilitate this course in your community.  Info & registration.

 

Griefshare

8-week program for those who have experienced the loss of loved ones.  The program includes a Christian-based video seminar, facilitator-directed discussion, and a personal workbook.  When: Tuesdays, Jan 23 to Mar 12, from 7 pm to 9 pm, at St. Michael's, Calgary.  Call 403-249-0423 or read more info .

 

Inspiration Unplugged presents: The Saint John's Bible

Please join us for our third installment of the Inspiration Unplugged Catholic Lecture series! Come learn about and experience  The Saint John’s Bible!  Brad Neary, Director of the Heritage Program, will share the history of the original manuscript as well as details of the full-sized printed version, referred to as the Heritage Edition.  The Saint John’s Bible is the first-handwritten, illuminated Bible commissioned by a Benedictine monastery in 500 years!  When: Wed, Jan. 24 2024, McGivney Hall – M100 (St. Mary's University, Calgary) from 7 to 9 pm.  More information & Registration | Download Posters
  

Applications are open for Fall 2024 at St. Mary's University

Applications are now open for Fall 2024 in all BA/BSc programs and the helpful admissions team at St. Mary's is ready to guide you through the process.  Get a head start on building the foundation of your future by applying to St. Mary's University today at stmu.ca...

 

Gift of Hope: Retreat for Unemployed Persons

Loss of employment can be trying to our souls.  Gift of Hope is a complimentary retreat providing a supportive environment for attendees to share experiences and, focus on deep listening and, hope, blessings, and recognize that they're not alone.  When: Weekend of Jan 26-27, at FCJ, Calgary - This is a complimentary retreat.  Register online

 

Workshop on singing the Ukrainian Catholic Divine Liturgy

The Eparchy of Edmonton is organizing a cantor workshop to help participants better understand how and why Ukrainian Catholics sing the Divine Liturgy.  The workshop aims to enhance familiarity with singing acapella and to provide insights into the cantor's vocation in Ukrainian Catholic churches.  Workshop facilitator: Deacon Cyril Kennedy of Eparchy of Edmonton.  The workshop will take place on the weekend of January 26-27 at St. Stephen the Protomartyr in Calgary.  More info here or call 403-249-4818.

 

Religious/Icon Art Tour in Calgary

Saturdays, Feb. 3 & 10, from 8:45 am to Noon - Calgary.  Tour the world of religious art right here in Calgary, where we will visit Eastern churches from Greece, Romania, Ethiopia, Egypt and Ukraine.  No fees, and all are welcome. More information: kc4life@telus.net or call/text 403-850-5859 | More information

  

Theology of the Body Conference

Join experts Dr. Christopher West, Sister Helena Burns FSP, Fr. Cristino Bouvette, and internationally acclaimed songwriter, Mike Mangione, as they introduce and reflect St. John Paul II's Theology of the Body.  When/Where: Friday, Feb. 9, 2024 from 6 pm to 10 pm at Holy Spirit Catholic Church (10827 24 St SW Calgary). Register online.  For any questions, please contact theologyoftheb...  | Download Poster in PDF | JPG

 

Transitions

In this 18-week God-centered program, participants find strength in healing after separation or divorce, fostering growth through mutual understanding and connection.  When/Where: Every Tuesday, from Feb 13, 2024, from 7 pm to 9 pm at the Catholic Pastoral Centre (120 – 17th Avenue SW, Calgary).  No fee registration | Limited spots available.  Register now at  catholicyyc.ca...

 

Airdrie Dream Vacation Raffle 2024

The Knights of Columbus in Airdrie invite you to participate in their Airdrie Dream Vacation Raffle.  Proceeds go back into the community through the Knights of Columbus (Council 8045) in Airdrie.  For more information and to purchase tickets, go to  airdriedreamva...
 

Sunday Mass at Calgary Hospitals 

Great news!  The celebration of Sunday Mass has resumed at three hospitals in the City of Calgary on the First Sunday of Advent.  Patients, family members and friends, and hospital staff are now able to avail themselves of this pastoral outreach in the following facilities:  
 Sundays at 3:30 pm - Foothills Hospital Chapel
 Sundays at 3:00 pm – Peter Lougheed Hospital Chapel
 Sundays at 3:30 pm – Rockyview Hospital Chapel
 

Career Opportunities

Please visit  catholicyyc....  for more information and application details. 

 

January & February 2024 Calendar Highlights 

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