Take a look at what’s been happening. Find past news items below!
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Divine Mercy Sunday with Holy Hour for Pope Francis
In a series of revelations to St. Maria Faustina Kowalska in the 1930s, our Lord called for a special feast day to be celebrated on the Sunday after Easter, that Sunday that concludes the Solemnity of the Octive of Easter. Today, we know that feast as Divine Mercy Sunday, named by Pope St. John Paul II at the canonization of St. Faustina on April 30, 2000.
In addition to celebrating a Prayer Service other the Divine Mercy of Jesus, we’ll also observe a Holy Hour devoted to praying for Pope Francis. Please join the parish for this special service which praises God for his Divine Mercy on us and prays for the soul of Pope Francis.
Sunday, April 27th at 3pm
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Farewell, Pope Francis
Contemplating “the gift of the Holy Father’s life” Reacting to the sad news of his passing on social media, Development and Peace ― Caritas Canada cited Pope Francis’s own profound reflection on “the Christian meaning of death.” We prayed for strength and resolved to continue on his path of justice and peace.
Now that the realization is sinking in that our beloved pope is entering the “full embrace of God,” our interim executive director, Luke Stocking, has penned a tribute contemplating “the gift of the Holy Father’s life and ministry to the world.” Luke invites Canadians “to respond to the Pope’s call and join us in our efforts.”Praise for Pope Francis In a statement issued in his capacity as the president of the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops, the Most. Rev. William T. McGrattan wrote that the Holy Father “challenged us to become missionary disciples of faith, hope and love and announce the joy of the Gospel to the world.”
World leaders, too, have paid glowing tributes to Pope Francis. UN Secretary General António Guterres hailed him as “a transcendent voice for peace, human dignity and social justice.” Canada’s prime minister spoke of him leaving “a spiritual and ethical legacy that will shape our collective conscience for generations to come.”Rosary in memory of Pope Francis The Vatican has announced that Pope Francis’s funeral will be conducted at 4 a.m. ET on Saturday, April 26. The following week, at 6 p.m. ET on Tuesday, April 29, Development and Peace ― Caritas Canada is organizing a special Rosary in memory of Pope Francis on Zoom.
Sign up now to join Catholics across Canada in mourning and celebrating the Holy Father; in praying for his soul; and in reflecting on what he stood for and taught to people of goodwill around the world. -
Planning to get the most from Holy Week and Easter
Holy Week and Easter is approaching fast. To get the most of this special season, here’s what to expect:
Palm Sunday Masses (April 13th and 14th)
April 12th at 4:30pm and April 13th at 9am, 11am, 1:30pm (Nigerian Mass) and 7pmChrism Mass (April 14th)
Monday, April 14th at 2pm at St. Peter-in-Chains Cathedral in PeterboroughHoly Thursday (April 17th)
6:30pm – 7 Sorrows of Mary Chaplet & Reflection
7:00pm – Mass at Thursday, April 17th at 7pm (Incense will be used)
~ Chapel of Repose open till midnight ~
9:30pm – Rosary and reflections of each Sorrowful Mysteries
11:30pm – Divine Mercy Chaplet and Litany of Divine MercyGood Friday (April 18th)
Services at at 10am and 3pm
Stations of the Cross at 1pmHoly Saturday (April 19th)
10:00am – Rosary
8:00pm – Easter Vigil Mass (Incense will be used)Easter Sunday (April 20th)
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For kids – He Is Risen! The Power of the Resurrection
Join Brother Francis as he celebrates the power and splendour of the Resurrection of Jesus Christ in this moving and instructive animated presentation!
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The Feast of St. Mark
Join Dr. Ben Akers and Dr. Tim Gray for the feast of St. Mark.
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The Resurrection – What Catholics Believe
Join Dr. Michael Barber as he answers some of the Internet’s most popular questions about the Resurrection of Jesus Christ. Did the Resurrection actually happen? Was Jesus a ghost when he appeared to the apostles? And what’s the deal with the Easter Bunny?
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Congratulations!
During this weekend, we will welcome: Steven, Max, Barbara, Travis, Kelly, Jason Lee Franklin, Beverley Ann, Udana and Aaron to the sacraments of initiation and we receive Julian Marcus, Hailu Lu and Heidi into full communion.
Please join us in supporting our new members and celebrating the joy of the Resurrection.
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How to make Palm Crosses
The image of palm branches connects the Old Testament and the New Testament together. In the Old Testament, people had associated palms with joy, triumph, goodness, victory, and steadfastness. In the New Testament, the people laid palm branches before Jesus as he entered Jerusalem.
One way to connect Palm Sunday to Easter is to make palm crosses. Making a palm cross is easier than it looks and is a beautiful reminder of Jesus’ triumphal entry into Jerusalem right before His crucifixion. Using staples, rubberbands or tape is cheating. Use these directions to make your own palm cross!
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The Last Supper
Join Dr. Brant Pitre as he dives into the biblical accounts of the Last Supper and the gift of the Eucharist. This presentation is an exclusive excerpt from an Augustine Institute Bible Conference.
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The Jewish Roots of Holy Week
Holy Week is the holiest week of the year. But why do we call the entire week “holy”? Does anything important happen on the days between Palm Sunday and Easter Sunday? Follow Scripture scholar and professor Dr. Brant Pitre as he walks through each of the seven days of Holy Week, and explains how the words and actions of Jesus on the last seven days of His life are deeply significant, relevant, and rooted in the Old Testament. Enter Holy Week and make it your most life-changing week yet.
