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- 21st Sunday in Ordinary Time
Are Only a Few to Be Saved? It is not uncommon for someone to ask us: “Have you been saved?” Often, they are looking for one fixed date, one specific event. But we know these truths. (1) We are saved everyday – because of God’s grace. (2) God chooses to save everyone – me and them. (3) Salvation is strengthened by working for justice, by living merciful lives.- How will I acknowledge that I am being saved by Christ every day.
- How will I cherish that everyone is saved – even those people I do not like but need to still love?
- What mercy work does this summon me to do this week?
(Source: Diocese of Springfield)
- 22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time
Who Is Being Carefully Watched? We all know what it is like to be scrutinized by prying eyes and nosey noses. We might be tempted to bloat ourselves up to look better, to garner the praise and esteem of others. Jesus preaches some different behaviour today. Don’t seek the exalted places. Care for the poor, the cripple, the lame, the blind.- What tempts me to feed my ego?
- What can I learn by watching those who are humble?
- What mercy work will I do to care for the sick and poor this week?
(Source: Diocese of Springfield)
- 21st Sunday in Ordinary Time
- Resources for children
- 21st Sunday in Ordinary Time
Kid's challenge this week: What happens if you are late arriving at school or team practice? This Sunday's Gospel tells a story about some people who miss a deadline. Why do you think the master in the story did not allow the people to enter? When praying the Lord's Prayer this week, ask that we pray to be delivered from temptation—those things that distract us from keeping focused on opportunities to grow closer to God. (Source: Sunday Connection)- Colouring page this Sunday
- Kid's Bulletin for this Sunday
- Sunday Connection - 21st Sunday in Ordinary Time (Gr. 1-8 & family)
- Children's Liturgy of the Word this Sunday
- Children's Liturgy of the Word with Miss Heidi (Catholic TV)
- Children's Liturgy sheet for leaders/parents will continue in September - by CAFOD
- 22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time
Kid's challenge this week: In this Sunday's Gospel, Jesus talks about doing good deeds for others and expecting nothing in return. We build up the Kingdom of God when we give in this way. This week let us pray and make cards for children who are sick in the hospital, or those in your community or family. (Source: Sunday Connection)- Colouring page this Sunday
- Kid's Bulletin for this Sunday
- Sunday Connection - 22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time (Gr. 1-8 & family)
- Children's Liturgy of the Word this Sunday
- Children's Liturgy of the Word with Miss Heidi (Catholic TV)
- Children's Liturgy sheet for leaders/parents will continue in September - by CAFOD
- 21st Sunday in Ordinary Time
- August/September 2022 Calendar Highlights
- Aug 22 | Mary: A Bibilical Walk - Zoom bible study with Fr. Julian Studden
- Aug 23 | Access52 - Youh event: Capture, Create, and Share (photography and videography)
- Aug 23 | Leading a Choir Workshop at St. Luke's, Calgary
- Aug 25 | St. Mary's Golf Tournament at Silvertip Resort, Canmore
- Aug 27 | Paint St. Paul's Church in Brocket, AB
- Aug 30 | Access52 - Youh event: The Game (options, decisions, outcomes - what will your next move be)
- Sep 1 | World Day of Prayer for Care of Creation Half Day Retreat at Mount St. Francis, Cochrane
- Sep 7 | Info Session for Feed the Hungry on resuming sit-down dinners at St. Mary's Cathedral Parish Hall, Calgary
- Sep 9 -15 | Catechist Training for Catechesis of the Good Shepherd at St. Peter's, Calgary
- Sep 9 | Retrovaille Marriage Weekend
- Sep 9 | End of Life Conference with Archbishop Greg Kerr-Wilson & Bishop William T. McGrattan at All Saints Anglican Church, Cochrane
- Sep 16 | Angels on High Hike & Camping Weekend at Bow Valley Provincial Park
- Sep 17 | Hunger: A Collaborative Response Conference at St. Mary's University
- Sep 17 | Used Book Sale at Holy Spirit Parish, Calgary
- Sep 23 | Marriage Preparation (virtual) weekend
- To submit your parish/lay association events - go to catholicyyc.ca/news and click "Add Event"
- Pope Francis calls for attention to the "mortal danger" facing Somalia | At the end of the recitation of the Angelus, the Pope’s thoughts turn to the population of Somalia and neighbouring countries, grappling with a serious humanitarian crisis also linked to an unprecedented drought. “Starvation is now haunting the entire country. We are seeing more and more families forced to leave everything behind because there is literally no water or food left in their villages." Read more
- The Queenship of the Blessed Virgin Mary (Aug. 22)
As Saint Paul suggests in Romans 8:28–30, God has predestined human beings from all eternity to share the image of his Son. All the more was Mary predestined to be the mother of Jesus. As Jesus was to be king of all creation, Mary, in dependence on Jesus, was to be queen. Read more
- How a temple in India was purified by St. Bartholomew the Apostle (Feast day Aug. 24) | While St. Thomas the Apostle is most well-known for his travels in India, there is another disciple of Jesus who had a similar missionary journey. According to traditions that date to the 4th century, St. Bartholomew also went to India. The medieval collection of stories known as The Golden Legend narrates one particular legend where St. Bartholomew purified a temple. Read more
- 5 facts about St. Monica that will inspire you to never give up hope (Feast day Aug. 27) | The Church celebrates the feast of St. Monica, the mother of St. Augustine of Hippo, on August 27. She is particularly known for her perseverance in prayer. Here are some amazing facts about this incredible saint that are sure to inspire your faith in God’s omnipotent power. Read more
- The Passion of John the Baptist (Aug 29)
Local legends claim that St. John was put to death at about the time of the Pasch, a year before Christ’s Passion, but the feast of his death is kept today, the anniversary of the finding of his head at Emesa in Syria in 452. Read more
- St. Gregory (Feast day Sep. 3) and God's decision
Perhaps the greatest spiritual lesson for us in the witness of St. Gregory is discerned in his vocation. Gregory correctly discerned that the Lord had chosen him for monastic life, but God would beckon Gregory beyond his own expectations in regards to how his vocation would serve the Lord’s will and purposes. Read more
- Smudging and Catholic Liturgy with Fr. Cristino Bouvette
A debrief with Fr. Cristino Bouvette on the Papal Visit liturgies. Learn about the elements of indigenous inculturation seen, like smudging and praying in the four directions. Listen to podcast