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  • Article: Sharing The Gospel According to People’s Needs And Receptivity

    In the diverse landscape of people we meet in our lives, we find a wide range of dispositions towards Christ and the Church. People’s stances on faith can be classified into categories based on their dispositions.  Understanding these categories is helpful as we engage in sharing the Gospel. By tailoring

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  • Diocesan Administrator

    Diocesan Administrator Subsequent to the installation of the Most Reverend Guy Desrochers, C.Ss.R. as Archbishop of Moncton this past October 18, 2023, the College of Consultors of the Diocese of Pembroke on October 19, 2023 elected Reverend George Ryan Holly as Diocesan Administrator of Pembroke, as required by Canon Law

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  • WEEKLY BULLETIN – October 17, 2023 (St. Ignatius of Antioch, Bishop, Martyr)

    Give alms, and everything will be made clean for you. (Luke 11.37-41) FROM THE DIOCESE  Installation of Archbishop-Designate Guy Desrochers, C.Ss.R, as Archbishop of Moncton, New Brunswick The Most Rev. Guy Desrochers, C.Ss.R. will be installed as the Archbishop of Moncton on October 18, 2023 at 3:00 p.m. Ecclesia The

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  • WEEKLY BULLETIN – October 11, 2023 (Ferial)

    Lord, teach us to pray. (Luke 11.1-4) FROM THE DIOCESE  Pastoral Appointments The Most Reverend Guy Desrochers, C.Ss.R., announces the following pastoral assignments: Reverend Kenneth O’Brien concludes his pastorship of St. James, Eganville, Our Lady of Nativity, Pikwàkanagàn, and St. Ann’s, Cormac and retires from parish ministry, effective November 7,

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  • Article: A Prayer for Inviting Others to Evangelization Meetings and Services

     

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  • Pastoral Appointments – October 7, 2023

    Chancery Office, Pembroke October 7, 2023 The Most Reverend Guy Desrochers, C.Ss.R., announces the following pastoral assignments: Reverend Kenneth O’Brien concludes his pastorship of St. James, Eganville, Our Lady of Nativity, Pikwàkanagàn, and St. Ann’s, Cormac and retires from parish ministry, effective November 7, 2023. We express gratitude to Father

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  • WEEKLY BULLETIN – October 3, 2023 (Ferial)

    Jesus set his face to go to Jerusalem. (Luke 9.51-56) FROM THE DIOCESE  Thanksgiving Weekend The Diocesan Offices will be closed on Monday, October 9th, and will reopen on Tuesday, October 10th at 8:30 a.m. Healing Service with Eucharistic Adoration At St. Anne Parish, 241 Second Street, Mattawa on Tuesday,

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  • WEEKLY BULLETIN – September 26, 2023 (St. Jean de Brébeuf and St. Isaac Jogues, Priests, and Companions, Martyrs)

    Those who want to save their life will lose it, and those who lose their life for my sake will save it. (Luke 9.23-26) FROM THE DIOCESE  Healing Service with Eucharistic Adoration At St. Anne Parish, 241 Second Street, Mattawa on Tuesday, October 3rd  from 7-8:15 p.m. Guest speaker: Father

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  • ARTICLE – Welcoming Church Guests and Visitors: Dos and Don’ts

    A fundamental aspect of evangelization is welcoming visitors and guests into the parish. This first impression sets the tone for the rest of their time in the church and will usually not be forgotten. The art of greeting is more than just a customary gesture; it embodies the values of

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  • WEEKLY BULLETIN – September 19, 2023 (Ferial)

    Young man, I say to you, rise! (Luke 7.11-17) FROM THE DIOCESE  Pastoral Appointment The Most Reverend Guy Desrochers, C.Ss.R. announces the following pastoral appointment: Reverend Stephen Helferty is assigned to spend a year of discernment for the possibility of religious life. Father Helferty does this as a priest in

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  • Pastoral Appointments – September 18, 2023

    Chancery Office, Pembroke September 18, 2023 The Most Reverend Guy Desrochers, C.Ss.R. announces the following pastoral appointment: Reverend Stephen Helferty is assigned to spend a year of discernment for the possibility of religious life. Father Helferty does this as a priest in good standing with the Diocese of Pembroke and

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  • ARTICLE – Characteristics of an Evangelizing Parish

    Based on the book “Creating the Evangelizing Parish” by DeSiano and Boyack, here are the characteristics of an evangelizing parish. Kenneth Boyack, C.S.P. was Director of the Paulist National Catholic Evangelization Association and is Consultant to the to the U.S. Bishops’ Committee on Evangelization Frank DeSiano, C.S.P. is president of

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  • ARTICLE – Various Dimensions of Evangelization

    Evangelization can encompass various dimensions, each serving a unique role in sharing the Gospel. Some of these dimensions include: 1. **Relational Evangelization:** This dimension emphasizes building personal relationships and connections with individuals. It involves sharing one’s faith through conversations, acts of kindness, and personal testimonies. 2. **Intellectual Evangelization:** This aspect focuses

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  • ARTICLE – The True Measure of Success

    In Western culture, success is often described as becoming famous, rich or powerful. Surprisingly, dictionaries make no reference to the search for meaning, fulfillment, happiness or human relationships. Isn’t that odd? Doesn’t it seem counterintuitive?  In the book of Deuteronomy, we read: “If you obey the Lord your God and

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  • WEEKLY BULLETIN – August 29, 2023 (The Passion of St. John the Baptist)

    Give me, here and now, John’s head on a platter. (Mark 6.17-29) FROM THE DIOCESE  Mass of Thanksgiving for the Episcopal Ministry of the Most Reverend Guy Desrochers, C.Ss.R. as the Ninth Bishop of Pembroke Mass of Thanksgiving for the Episcopal Ministry of the Most Reverend Guy Desrochers, C.Ss.R. as

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  • ARTICLE – Pope Francis on Evangelization

    Pope Francis has often emphasized the importance of evangelization and the role of every member of the Church in spreading the Good News of Jesus Christ. In his Apostolic Exhortation Evangelii Gaudium, he states that “All the baptized, whatever their position in the Church or their level of instruction in

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  • WEEKLY BULLETIN – August 22, 2023 (The Queenship of the Blessed Virgin Mary)

    It is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle than for a rich person to enter the kingdom of God. (Matthew 19.23-30) BISHOP’S MESSAGE Homily for the Feast of Saint Anne in Cormac July 30, 2023 Dear faithful and pilgrims who have gathered here today

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  • WEEKLY BULLETIN – August 15, 2023 (The Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Special Patron of Acadians)

    The Mighty One has done great things for me; God has lifted up the lowly. (Luke 1.39-56) BISHOP’S MESSAGE Homily for the Feast of Saint Anne in Cormac July 30, 2023 Dear faithful and pilgrims who have gathered here today in large numbers to honour Good Saint Anne on her

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  • WEEKLY BULLETIN – August 8, 2023 (St. Dominic, Priest)

    Every plant my heavenly Father has not planted will be uprooted. (Matthew 15.1-2, 10-14) BISHOP’S MESSAGE Homily for the Feast of Saint Anne in Cormac July 30, 2023 Dear faithful and pilgrims who have gathered here today in large numbers to honour Good Saint Anne on her feast day, I

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  • ARTICLE – Revitalizing the Rural Parish for Mission

    Rural parishes face a unique set of challenges that can make evangelization and vitality seem like insurmountable goals. Declining and aging populations, few resources, and maintenance burdens on aging buildings can all contribute to a sense of struggle or even despair. However, with intentionality, creativity, and a focus on empowering

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  • Homily for the Feast of Saint Anne in Cormac, July 30, 2023

    Sunday, July 30, 2023 Homily for the Feast of Saint Anne in Cormac Dear faithful and pilgrims who have gathered here today in large numbers to honour Good Saint Anne on her feast day, I know that many of you have come here today to ask for a special favour,

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  • WEEKLY BULLETIN – August 1, 2023 (St. Alphonsus Liguori, Bishop, Doctor)

    As the weeds are collected and burned with fire, so will it be at the end of the age. (Matthew 13.36-43) BISHOP’S MESSAGE Message to the Clergy, Religious Communities, and Catholic Faithful of the Diocese of Pembroke July 14, 2023 Dear Brother Priests and Deacons, Members of Religious Communities, and

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  • WEEKLY BULLETIN – July 25, 2023 (St. James, Apostle)

    Indeed, you will drink my cup. (Matthew 20.20-28) BISHOP’S MESSAGE Message to the Clergy, Religious Communities, and Catholic Faithful of the Diocese of Pembroke July 14, 2023 Dear Brother Priests and Deacons, Members of Religious Communities, and Catholic Faithful, On June 26, the first day of a planned short vacation,

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  • Pastoral Appointments – July 23, 2023

    Chancery Office, Pembroke July 23, 2023 The Most Reverend Guy Desrochers, C.Ss.R. announces the following pastoral appointments: Reverend Tim Moyle, while remaining pastor of Saint Anne Parish, Mattawa, becomes administrator of Paroisse Saint-Thomas-d’Aquin, Astorville, Paroisse Sainte-Bernadette, Bonfield and Sacred Heart Parish, Corbeil. Reverend Réal Ouellette resigns as administrator of Astorville,

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