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ARTICLE – A Man, a Dog, and the Ultimate LoveOnce upon a time, there was a man who adopted a loyal dog. The man loved the dog dearly, but as the dog aged, he made a tragic decision. He took the dog to a nearby lake, intending to drown him. In the middle of the lake, he tied a
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – March 28, 2023 (Ferial)When you have lifted up the Son of Man, then you will realize that I am he. (John 8.1-11) FROM THE DIOCESE We’ve moved! Please note the Diocesan Offices new mailing address effective immediately is: 284 Trafalgar Rd., Pembroke, ON K8A 5A8. Prayers For the repose of the soul of
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RCCDSB and RCDSB presents: The 2023 Indigenous Speaker SeriesNext March Feature Speakers: Three Nolans: Brandon, Ted, and Jordan, on Thursday, March 30th from 7-8:30 p.m. Three Nolans is made up of Ted Nolan, Brandon Nolan, and Jordan Nolan. This father-sons trio have all had robust hockey careers with many achievements at all levels. Ted both played and coached
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ARTICLE – The essence of evangelizationLoving God and our neighbours is at the heart of evangelization and of what it means to follow Jesus. But how can we make this love tangible in our daily lives? Here are some simple yet effective ways to live in God’s love and communicate it to those around us.
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – March 21, 2023 (Ferial)
At once the man was made well, and he took up his mat and began to walk. (John 5.1-16) FROM THE DIOCESE We’re moving! Please note the Diocesan Offices new mailing address effective March 22, 2023 will be: 284 Trafalgar Rd., Pembroke, ON K8A 5A8. Please note that there will
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ARTICLE – Loving Our Enemies and Reconciling with OthersJesus goes as far as to ask us to love our enemies and to pray for those who persecute us. This is a radical and transformative teaching, one that invites us to transcend anger and bitterness and to respond to hurtful acts with kindness and forgiveness. The same forgiveness that
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RCCDSB and RCDSB presents: The 2023 Indigenous Speaker Series
Next March Feature Speaker: Christy Jordan-Fenton on Tuesday, March 21st from 7-8:30 p.m. ‘Christy Jordan-Fenton spent her early years on a farm near Rimbey, Alberta. Her love of the outdoors began almost from birth and has influenced her in many ways. She now lives on a scenic prairie farm in
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – March 14, 2023 (Ferial)
So my heavenly Father will not forgive you, if you do not forgive your brother or sister from your heart. (Matthew 18.21-35) FROM THE DIOCESE We’re moving! Please note the Diocesan Offices new mailing address effective March 22, 2023 will be: 284 Trafalgar Rd., Pembroke, ON K8A 5A8. FROM THE
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Prayer for Healing and RestorationPrayer for Healing and Restoration Heavenly Father, I come to you in prayer, knowing that you are the LORD who heals me (Exodus 15:26). I ask that you take away sickness, infirmity and pain from me and restore me to health (Psalm 103:2-3). I thank you for sending your Son
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – March 7, 2023 (Ferial)
The scribes and the Pharisees do not practice what they teach. (Matthew 23.1-12) FROM THE DIOCESE We’re moving! Please note the Diocesan Offices new mailing address effective March 22, 2023 will be: 284 Trafalgar Rd., Pembroke, ON K8A 5A8. FROM THE CCCB Bishops Conclude the North American Continental Writing Retreat
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ARTICLE – Living a Life of Love: Mother Teresa’s LegacySaint Mother Teresa dedicated her life to helping the poor and the needy. She believed that serving the poorest of the poor was one of the greatest expressions of love and encouraged everyone to find ways to do the same in their communities by being compassionate to those around them.
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – February 28, 2023 (Ferial)
Pray in this way. (Matthew 6.7-15) MESSAGE FROM THE BISHOP 125th Anniversary of the Diocese of Pembroke Dear Brothers and Sister in Christ, With joy, 2023 marks the momentous occasion of the 125th anniversary of the Diocese of Pembroke. This milestone provides an opportunity to give thanks for the work
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ARTICLE – In The Shadows Of Darkness, A Powerful Force Is At WorkLent is a period of 40 days traditionally marked by fasting, prayer, and almsgiving. It is a time to reflect on the sacrifice of Jesus and to prepare ourselves spiritually for the celebration of His resurrection. However, Lent is also a time of spiritual battle. During Lent, Christians are called
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ARTICLE – Living a Life of Love: Lessons from the New TestamentThe New Testament is God’s word and a treasury of wisdom and guidance. It teaches us that love is a choice to treat others with kindness, compassion, and respect. Love means we recognize the inherent worth and dignity of all people, regardless of their background or beliefs, and treat them
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – February 21, 2023 (Ferial)
The Son of Man is betrayed. Whoever wants to be first must be last of all and servant of all. (Mark 9.30-37) MESSAGE FROM THE BISHOP 125th Anniversary of the Diocese of Pembroke Dear Brothers and Sister in Christ, With joy, 2023 marks the momentous occasion of the 125th anniversary
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RCCDSB and RCDSB presents: The 2023 Indigenous Speaker Series
Feature Speaker: Cathy Phannenhour on Tuesday, February 28th from 7-8:30 p.m. Cathy Phannenhour is a member of Big Grassy River First Nation Treaty 3 in Northwestern Ontario, Lake of the Woods. Through her unique perspective as a Sixties Scoop Survivor, she will challenge hidden bias, and systemic beliefs, while hopefully
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – February 14, 2023 (St. Cyril, Monk, and St. Methodius, Bishop)
Beware the yeast of the Pharisees and Herod. (Mark 8.14-21) MESSAGE FROM THE BISHOP 125th Anniversary of the Diocese of Pembroke Dear Brothers and Sister in Christ, With joy, 2023 marks the momentous occasion of the 125th anniversary of the Diocese of Pembroke. This milestone provides an opportunity to give
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Earthquake in Turkey and SyriaPeople are wondering how they can help victims of the earthquake in Turkey and Syria. Here are links to two Catholic aid organizations: Development and Peace – Caritas Canada:https://www.devp.org/en/ The Catholic Near East Welfare Association: https://cnewa.org/ca/
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125th Anniversary of the Diocese of PembrokeFebruary 7, 2023 Dear Brothers and Sister in Christ, With joy, 2023 marks the momentous occasion of the 125th anniversary of the Diocese of Pembroke. This milestone provides an opportunity to give thanks for the work of the Holy Spirit and for us to recognize God’s grace continually at work in
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – February 7, 2023 (Ferial)
You abandon the commandment of God and hold to human tradition. (Mark 7.1-13) MESSAGE FROM THE BISHOP You are the salt of the earth (…) the light of the world! Dear friends, this past weekend, our Lord Jesus used the symbolism of salt and light to help us understand the
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You are the salt of the earth (…) the light of the world!
February 7, 2023 You are the salt of the earth (…) the light of the world! Dear friends, this past weekend, our Lord Jesus used the symbolism of salt and light to help us understand the divine nature of the mission that he confides to those who decide to follow
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ARTICLE – What is a Missionary Parish?In simple terms, a missionary parish is a Christian community dedicated to the mission of the Church to reach out to those who do not know Christ or do not follow Him and lead them to become disciples of Jesus Christ and responsible members of his Church. 1. The Church’s
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