So my heavenly Father will not forgive you, if you do not forgive your brother and sister from your heart. (Matthew 18.21-35) FROM THE DIOCESE March 25 – Consecration of Russia and Ukraine to the Immaculate Heart of Mary On March 25, at 12 noon our time, Pope Francis will
Continue readingThe scribes and Pharisees do not practice what they teach. (Matthew 23.1-12) BISHOP’S MESSAGE The great feast of St. Joseph Dear Brothers and Sisters, On Saturday, March 19, we will once again have the opportunity to celebrate the feast of the good and great St. Joseph, patron of the universal
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March 15, 2022 The great feast of St. Joseph Dear Brothers and Sisters, On Saturday, March 19, we will once again have the opportunity to celebrate the feast of the good and great St. Joseph, patron of the universal Church. It is an opportunity to remember how this humble servant
Continue readingPray in this way. (Matthew 6.7-15) BISHOP’S MESSAGES Diocesan Letter to Parishioners for Share Lent Please read Bishop Guy Desrochers’ letter here. Canada, land of refuge for Ukrainian immigrants Dear Brothers and Sisters, The war that is currently raging in Ukraine is an opportunity for us not only to pray
Continue readingMarch 8, 2022 Canada, land of refuge for Ukrainian immigrants Dear Brothers and Sisters, The war that is currently raging in Ukraine is an opportunity for us not only to pray and offer our multifaceted assistance to this fragile and scorned people, but also a moment to remember the history
Continue readingYou will receive a hundredfold now in this age, and in the age to come eternal life. (Mark 10.28-31) BISHOP’S MESSAGES Diocesan Letter to Parishioners for Share Lent Please read Bishop Guy Desrochers’ letter here. Becoming saints in 40 days! Dear Brothers and Sisters, Here we are already in the
Continue readingMarch 1, 2022 Becoming saints in 40 days! Dear Brothers and Sisters, Here we are already in the season of Lent, when God calls us to renew the covenant that he once offered to our ancestors in faith. The word “covenant” immediately brings to mind a commitment of fidelity in
Continue readingDear friends in Christ, This year, as we approach Ash Wednesday and mark the beginning of Lent, let us remember that the liturgical season of Lent is a season of conversion. It is a time set apart for deepening our relationship with Christ and seeking inner transformation through fasting, prayer,
Continue readingYou are Peter; I will give you the keys of the kingdom of heaven. (Matthew 16.13-19) FROM THE DIOCESE Pastoral Appointment – February 19, 2022 The Most Reverend Guy Desrochers, C.Ss.R., announces the following pastoral appointment: Reverend Jerry Gauvreau, a priest of the Companions of the Cross, has been assigned
Continue readingBeware the yeast of the Pharisees and Herod. (Mark 8.14-21) FROM THE DIOCESE Family Day Please note that the Diocesan Offices will be closed on Monday, February 21st, and will reopen on Tuesday, February 22nd at 8:30 a.m. Permanent Diaconate – Retirement Notice Reverend Deacon Michael Doherty, an incardinate permanent
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