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WEEKLY BULLETIN – June 7, 2022 (Ferial)You are the light of the world. (Matthew 5.13-16) FROM THE DIOCESE 81st Annual Pilgrimage to the Shrine of St. Ann in Cormac, Ontario With Bishop Guy Desrochers, July 28 – 30, 7 p.m. & Sunday, July 31. Theme: “History of the Devotion to St. Ann”. Principal Pilgrimage Mass on
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ARTICLE – The Elephant RopeHave you heard the story of the elephant rope? While walking through an elephant camp, a man noticed that the elephants weren’t being caged or chained. The only thing stopping them from escaping the camp was a piece of rope tied to one of their legs. He was completely confused
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – May 31, 2022 (The Visitation of the Blessed Virgin Mary)
Why has this honour been given to me, that the mother of my Lord comes to me? (Luke 1.39-56) FROM THE DIOCESE 2022 Annual Pilgrimage to the Shrine of St. Ann The 2022 annual Cormac Pilgrimage to the Shrine of St. Ann will take place in Cormac, Ontario from Thursday,
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ARTICLE – A shared faith is a growing faithThe word of God tells us that as workers and friends of God, we should help people taste the goodness of the Lord through our life (Psalm 34:8), and be prepared to give an answer, with gentleness and respect, to everyone who asks us to give the reason for the
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – May 25, 2022 (Ferial)
When the Spirit of truth comes he will guide you into all the truth. (John 16.12-15) MESSAGE FROM THE BISHOP The Ascension of Our Lord: becoming missionary in both absence and presence You have heard it in the Gospel of Saint Luke: the Ascension is an invitation to go out
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The Ascension of Our Lord: becoming missionary in both absence and presenceMay 24, 2022 The Ascension of Our Lord: becoming missionary in both absence and presence You have heard it in the Gospel of Saint Luke: the Ascension is an invitation to go out and to bless! To do what? To “proclaim conversion to all nations”, says Jesus, and so that
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To Report a Catholic Bishop for Sexual Abuse or Cover-upIf you know a Catholic Bishop in Canada who is living and has committed sexual abuse or sexual misconduct, or has covered-up sexual abuse, you can report him to Church authorities via ClearView ConnectsTM, an independent and confidential ethics reporting service provided and financed by the Bishops of Canada.Click the “Submit Report”
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – April 26, 2022 (Ferial) Copy
No one has ascended into heaven except the one who descended from heaven, the Son of Man. (John 3.7b-15) MESSAGE FROM THE BISHOP Easter Message from Bishop Guy Desrochers Watch Most Rev. Guy Desrochers’ YouTube message here. FROM THE DIOCESE Donations for Relief Efforts in Ukraine Here are three links
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – May 3, 2022 (St. Philip and St. James, Apostles)
Have I been with you all this time, and you still do not know me? (John 14.6-14) MESSAGE FROM THE BISHOP Easter Message from Bishop Guy Desrochers Watch Most Rev. Guy Desrochers’ YouTube message here. FROM THE DIOCESE No Weekly Bulletin Please note that the next Diocesan Weekly Bulletin is
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – April 26, 2022 (Ferial)
No one has ascended into heaven except the one who descended from heaven, the Son of Man. (John 3.7b-15) MESSAGE FROM THE BISHOP Easter Message from Bishop Guy Desrochers Watch Most Rev. Guy Desrochers’ YouTube message here. FROM THE DIOCESE Donations for Relief Efforts in Ukraine Here are three links
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – April 19, 2022 (Easter Octave)
Mary Magdalene announced to the disciples: I have seen the Lord; she told them that Jesus had said these things to her. (John 20.11-18) MESSAGE FROM THE BISHOP Easter Message from Bishop Guy Desrochers Watch Most Rev. Guy Desrochers’ YouTube message here. FROM THE DIOCESE Prayers Please pray for the
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – April 12, 2022 (Tuesday of Holy Week)
One of you will betray me; another will deny me three times. (John 13.21-33, 36-38) MESSAGE FROM THE BISHOP Sunday Obligation to be restored effective April 9 Read Most Rev. Guy Desrochers’ decree here. FROM THE DIOCESE Diocesan Office Hours Please be advised that the diocesan offices will be closed
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ARTICLE – In The Shoes Of The UnchurchedOne important feature of missional parishes is that they put themselves in the shoes of those who do not go to church. They endeavour to create a deep and meaningful connection between the Church and the people God wants to reach. Now in order for ourselves to better understand the
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – April 5, 2022 (Ferial)
When you have lifted up the Son of Man, then you will realize that I am he. (John 8.21-30) MESSAGE FROM THE BISHOP Sunday Obligation to be restored effective April 9 Read Most Rev. Guy Desrochers’ decree here. FROM THE DIOCESE Chrism Mass at St. Columbkille Cathedral The Chrism Mass
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – March 29, 2022 (Ferial)
At once the man was made well, and he took up his mat and began to walk. (John 5.1-16) MESSAGE FROM THE BISHOP Sunday Obligation to be restored effective April 9 Read Most Rev. Guy Desrochers’ decree here. FROM THE DIOCESE Chrism Mass at St. Columbkille Cathedral The Chrism Mass
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ARTICLE – Parish Evangelizing CellsOne of the most effective ways of evangelizing and growing in intimacy with our Lord Jesus Christ is by being part of a small group of people who fellowship with one another, pray together, reflect on Scripture and evangelize on a regular basis. This is the principle underlying the growth
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Sunday obligation to be restored effective April 9
In the name of God. The Most Reverend Guy Desrochers, C.Ss.R. Bishop of Pembroke Whereas in March 2020 the Apostolic Administrator of the Diocese of Pembroke dispensed with the obligation to Sunday Mass in light of the coronavirus pandemic for the safety of the faithful and the common good; Whereas
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – March 22, 2022 (Ferial)
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
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – March 15, 2022 (Ferial)
The 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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The great feast of St. Joseph
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
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – March 8, 2022 (Ferial)
Pray 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
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Canada, land of refuge for Ukrainian immigrants
March 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
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