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New to Chestermere? Welcome to St Gabriel parish!
Join our parish family Please fill in a parish registration form and send it to [email protected] and remember to introduce yourself to Fr. Barnabas next time you come to Sunday Mass. |
MASS times and information
"For nothing is impossible with God" -Luke 1:37
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See updated Bulletins for more parish information
mass location addressesST. GABRIEL SCHOOL
197 Invermere Dr, Chestermere, AB T1X 1M7 RECTORY CHAPEL 316 Windermere Dr, Chestermere, AB T1X 0B9 OUR LADY OF WISDOM SCHOOL 134 Rainbow Falls Dr, Chestermere, AB T1X 0G7 |
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Building Committee News
Did you know that we own our land? Our ten acres is on the south side of Rainbow Road. We require five acres for the church and our parking lot. We are working with the Chestermere council members and their representatives to monitor when services for water, electrical and waste will be coming to our land. We presently have two million dollars in our building fund. It will take six to seven million to build our church. Can you imagine your children being married in our church? Please support our building fund, so our years of planning can become our reality; "for nothing is impossible with God."
For more information, contact any of the members of the Building Committee.
For more information, contact any of the members of the Building Committee.
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Entering the Year of St. Francis
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From Jan 10, 2026 to Jan 10, 2027, the Church marks a special Jubilee Year of Saint Francis of Assisi on the 800th anniversary of his death. During this year, the faithful may obtain a plenary indulgence by fulfilling the usual conditions (confession, Communion, prayer for the Holy Father, detachment from sin) and engaging in acts inspired by the Franciscan spirit, such as pilgrimage, prayer, works of charity, and humble service.
This Jubilee invites not only celebration, but a deeper imitation of St. Francis through a Gospel life lived simply, faithfully, and daily.
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'Sing with the pope':Bursting into song in communion with God
Fr. Robert Mehlhart, President of the Pontifical Institute of Sacred Music, has begun offering singing lessons on social media, saying the initiative stems from a desire to help people join in song with Pope Leo XIV. Read more
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Mount St. Francis marks the Jubilee Year of St. Francis
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From Jan 10, 2026 to Jan 10, 2027, the Church celebrates a special Jubilee Year marking the 800th anniversary of the death of St. Francis of Assisi.
Mount St. Francis Retreat Centre will mark the year with opportunities for prayer, pilgrimage, retreats, and community gatherings inspired by the Franciscan spirit. The faithful are invited to deepen their relationship with Christ through simplicity, care for creation, and service to others. |
Bishop: RCIA Renewal in our Diocese
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Read Bishop McGrattan’s message on the renewal of RCIA in the Diocese of Calgary and the growing number of people preparing to enter the Church this Easter. Discover how parishes are being encouraged to accompany those seeking Christ through deeper formation, prayer, and community.
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Final Reminder: Triduum, Easter, and Penitential Service Schedule
Parish Penitential Service
- Kindly share the schedule of your parish Lenten Penitential/Reconciliation Service with Jan at [email protected]
- Parish Name, City; Lenten Reconciliation Service schedule (Day, Date & Time)
- Please review your submission last year for the Triduum & Easter schedule at your parish. For any changes/edits - please contact Jan at [email protected]
Solemnity of St. Joseph - Thu, Mar 19
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Join Bishop William T. McGrattan for the celebration of the Solemnity of St. Joseph. All are welcome to attend the Mass! When: Thu, March 19 at 5 pm at St. Albert the Great Parish (10 Prestwick Drive SE, Calgary)
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Half of Sudan facing acute hunger
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More than half of Sudan’s population, about 25.6 million people, are facing acute hunger amid ongoing conflict and economic collapse. During this Lenten season of prayer, fasting, and almsgiving, consider supporting families in urgent need. Donations to Development and Peace — Caritas Canada help provide nutrition supplies, assist local partners, and bring hope to vulnerable communities.
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Outdoor Way of the Cross - Good Friday
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Save the date for the Outdoor Way of the Cross
Fri, Apr 3, at 8:30 am | St. Mary’s Cathedral, Calgary Join Bishop McGrattan and the faithful of the Diocese of Calgary for the Outdoor Way of the Cross, now returning to its Downtown route. This solemn pilgrimage invites us to walk together in prayer and reflection on the Passion of Christ, meditating on His suffering, sacrifice, and love for the world. The journey begins at St. Mary’s Cathedral at 8:30 am. All are welcome to take part in this powerful witness of faith. |
40 Hours Devotion for Vocations
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What if renewal begins in silence? Across our diocese, extended Eucharistic Adoration is drawing hundreds and quietly stirring conversions, vocations, and deeper faith. Read more
Parishes: Please consider submitting your dates for 40 Hours Devotion for Vocations. Here's the form link. Upcoming dates for 40 Hours Devotion:
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Lenten Retreats, Mission, and Events
Opportunities for Lenten Missions & Retreats across the Diocese
- Schedule for Lenten Penitential Services
- Lenten Parish Mission with Fr. Jerome Lavigne
Wed, Mar 4 & Thu Mar 5 at St. James, Okotoks - Mass at 6:30 pm followed by talk more info - Charismatic Lenten Retreat
Thu–Sat, Mar 5–7 at St. Luke’s, Calgary – Rosary, Mass, praise and worship, talks, healing prayer. With Dr. D. Jayanand; spiritual director Fr. Paul Raj. Love offering. - The Holy Disruption - Heaven Kisses Earth - Access 52 Lent Tour
Sun, Mar 15 - Sacred Heart, Strathmore | Poster & Info
Tue, Mar 17 - Canadian Martyrs, Calgary | Poster & Info - Taize Lenten Prayer Retreat
Fri, Mar 6, 7 pm at Canadian Martyrs Parish, Calgary – Meditative chant with St. Luke’s Choir; reflection by Fr. Gabriel Arihi. More - Lenten Retreat with Sr. Ann Marie Walsh, fcJ & Lisa Gilead
Mon, Mar 9, 16 & 23, 7–8:30 pm (online) - Sacred time of prayer, reflection and renewal. More - NEW! The Splendour of Chastity & the Angelic Warfare Confraternity - Thu, Mar 12 at 7 pm at St. Cecilia, Calgary — Fr. Derek Remus on living chastity today with support from the Angelic Warfare Confraternity. More
- NEW! Carlo Acutis: Roadmap to Reality – Movie Night
Mon, Mar 16, 6:30 pm at St. Mary’s Parish Hall (Brooks) – Join us for a screening of Carlo Acutis: Roadmap to Reality, a film about the life and witness of Blessed Carlo Acutis, the young Italian who used technology to share his love for the Eucharist. Watch the trailer via the QR code and come for an inspiring evening. More - NEW! Lenten Mission - From Distant To Real- Knowing Him, Loving Him, Following Him | Mon - Wed, Mar 16 - 18 at Ascension Parish, Calgary. More
- NEW! Solemnity of St. Joseph with Bishop McGrattan
Thu, Mar 19, at 5 pm at St. Albert the Great, Calgary. All are welcome! - Taize Prayer Around the Cross
Fri, Mar 20, 7–8 pm at FCJ Centre, Calgary - Taizé chants, silence, and prayer with Sr. Ita Connery, FCJ | More - Who Is the Man of the Shroud?
Sun–Tue, Mar 22–24 at St. Michael’s, Calgary – Fr. Andrew Dalton, LC, on Christ’s suffering, death, and resurrection in light of the Shroud | More - NEW! Eucharistic Miracles Exhibition at St. Mary's, Brooks
Mon, Mar 23 to Sun, Mar 29 at St. Mary’s Parish Hall, 511 – 4 St W, Brooks – Walk through an exhibition featuring photos, descriptions, and documented evidence of over 150 Church-recognized Eucharistic miracles from 22 countries, originally compiled by Blessed Carlo Acutis. Free admission. More - Triduum Retreat at St. Bonaventure Parish, Calgary
Tue–Thu, Mar 24–26, 7–8 pm at St. Bonaventure, Calgary – Evenings on Love, Peace, and Harmony with Fr. Troy Nguyen, Fr. Colin O’Rourke, Fr. Lawrence Manolache | Poster & Info
- Heroic 30 Men's Challenge
31-day program (starts anytime or Mar 1) – Daily challenges for virtue and fraternity - register at heroicmen.org/h30 | More
- Men's Conference at St. Peter's, Calgary
Fri–Sat, Mar 13–14 at St. Peter’s Parish, Calgary – Theme: A Heroic Call to Action. More
- Divine Mercy Healing Lenten Retreat
Sat, Mar 21, 9:30 am–2 pm at Our Lady of the Assumption, Calgary – Talks, adoration, Mass, healing prayer, anointing | More - NEW! Blessings Written in Wax & Colour: A Day with Ukrainian Easter Traditions
Sat, Mar 21st, St. Martha Retreat Centre, Lethbridge, invites all to a workshop in Ukrainian customs, the making of Krashanky and Pysanky - traditional Easter eggs. More
- NEW! Lenten Mission at St. Joseph's, Calgary
Mon, Mar 23 - Wed, Mar 25 at 7 pm. Seeds of the Word Community will lead this Lenten Mission on Lectio Divina, a method of praying with scripture and making it incarnate in your life. More - NEW! Sharing Your Faith - Made Simple at St. James, Calgary
Thu, Mar 26th at 6:00 pm - Simple, Biblical Ways to Talk About Jesus - More - NEW! Holy Week Missions: Youth Track
Sun, Mar 29 to Sat, Apr 4 (varied times) in Calgary & Okotoks - Week-long Holy Week mission for youth (ages 13–17) with Mass, Adoration, Stations, and community. More - Tenebrae - with St. John Choir Schola
Sun, Mar 29, 7:30 pm at St. Anthony’s, Calgary – Lenten Scripture and sacred music by St. John Choir Schola. More
- Schedule for Lenten Penitential Services
Beware of scam
Please be vigilant: Our bishops, priests, deacons, parish staff and religious do not request gift cards or cash through emails or texts. If you receive such requests, they are highly likely to be a scam. Protect yourself by ignoring these messages, and do not respond. For the safety of our community, report any suspicious activities to the parish office. Your awareness and action can help prevent these scams from spreading.
Career OpportunitiesCareer opportunities in the Diocese of Calgary and Beyond
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We are the body of Christ, nourished by the Eucharist, joyfully committed to living the Gospel message, and working together to share our gifts.
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Rectory Chapel
316 Windermere Drive, Chestermere, AB T1X 0B9 Phone: 1(403) 455 0196 Fax: 1(403) 455 0335 Email: [email protected] |
Our Weekend Masses:
Address: 197 Invermere Drive, Chestermere AB T1X 1M7 Saturday: 5:00 PM Sunday: 9:00 AM Sunday: 10:30AM |