The purpose of our existence as human beings is one of the most profound questions of our lives. From the beginning of time, people have pondered the deeper meaning and ultimate end towards which our lives are oriented. The Christian faith offers a unique and sublime perspective that speaks to
Continue readingReverend George Ryan Holly, diocesan administrator, announces the following appointments: Retirement Reverend Timothy MOYLE retires from parish ministry on 30 June 2024. The Diocese extends gratitude and appreciation to Father Moyle and wishes him good health in this new chapter of his priestly ministry. Newly Ordained Rev Mr. Lukas ČASTA,
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In the small rural town a little church called Life Point was circling the drain. Once vibrant and counting around 200 members, it had plummeted to only about 25 people, most of them elderly. The facilities were dilapidated, the finances struggling, and the church seemed to have one foot in
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Give to the emperor the things that are the emperor’s, and to God the things that are God’s. (Mark 12.13-17) FROM THE DIOCESE Ecclesia The Spring 2024 Ecclesia edition is now available in parishes, or can be viewed on the Diocese of Pembroke website here. Healing Service with Eucharistic Adoration
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Evangelization invites people to encounter Christ in a transformational way, tasting God’s goodness, as expressed in Psalm 34:8: “Taste and see that the Lord is good”. Such approach is essential, as it moves beyond mere intellectual assent to a lived experience of faith. Pope Francis emphasizes that “the primary reason
Continue readingBut many who are first will be last, and the last will be first. (Mark 10.28-31) FROM THE DIOCESE Healing Service with Eucharistic Adoration At Our Lady of Sorrows Parish, 11 Mohns Avenue, Petawawa, on Wednesday, June 5th from 7-8:15 p.m. Guest speaker: Father Réal Ouellette. All are welcome! Ordination
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Danny Davis is an author who has written several books on the revitalization of rural churches. He has over 40 years of experience as a pastor and has worked with numerous rural churches. Danny Davis is also the founder of “The Rural Church Network”, an organization aimed at providing resources
Continue readingWhoever is not against us is for us. (Mark 9.38-40) FROM THE DIOCESE Healing Service with Eucharistic Adoration At Our Lady of Sorrows Parish, 11 Mohns Avenue, Petawawa, on Wednesday, June 5th from 7-8:15 p.m. Guest speaker: Father Réal Ouellette. All are welcome! Pastoral Appointments Reverend George Ryan Holly, diocesan
Continue readingYou did not choose me but I chose you. (John 15.9-17) FROM THE DIOCESE Victoria Day The Diocesan Offices will be closed on Victoria Day, Monday, May 20th, and will reopen on Tuesday, May 21st at 8:30 a.m. Pastoral Appointments Reverend George Ryan Holly, diocesan administrator, announces the following appointments.
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