St. Anthony’s Roman Catholic Church
is an inviting family community united in Christ.
Parish Mission:
The Family: To encourage the participation of children and families in the Church Community by offering family focused events.
Faith Building: To promote and host Church Education, Bible Studies, and Parish Missions.
Liturgy: To formalize our Liturgy and elicit committed parishioners to participate in all aspects of the Liturgy.
Environment: To promote clean and well-maintained premises and decorate to highlight the Liturgical Seasons.
Social: To have a Social Committee to plan and hold Parish activities.
Get Involved:
Welcome to St. Anthony’s Catholic Parish! Whether you are new to the Valley or a long time parishioner we are happy to have you! If you are looking to become involved, we encourage you to contact our Parish Office (403)823-2683.
The Family: To encourage the participation of children and families in the Church Community by offering family focused events.
Faith Building: To promote and host Church Education, Bible Studies, and Parish Missions.
Liturgy: To formalize our Liturgy and elicit committed parishioners to participate in all aspects of the Liturgy.
Environment: To promote clean and well-maintained premises and decorate to highlight the Liturgical Seasons.
Social: To have a Social Committee to plan and hold Parish activities.
Get Involved:
Welcome to St. Anthony’s Catholic Parish! Whether you are new to the Valley or a long time parishioner we are happy to have you! If you are looking to become involved, we encourage you to contact our Parish Office (403)823-2683.
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Important News:
- With the current Alberta Government Restrictions, attendance will be capped at 15% capacity (or 35 parishioners).
- Masks are required. Exceptions can be made for those with medical conditions, children under two years of age and children under 5 who refuse to wear a mask.
- Parish Office Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 9 am until noon
- Confession: Saturdays at 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm at the Church or by appointment (Please email Father Lukas at fr.lukas.d@gmail.com).
- For Anointing of the Sick: Please email Father Lukas or, in the case of emergencies, please call the Parish at (403)823-2683 and press '0' to be connected to Father Lukas.
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Year of St. Joseph Resources
The CCCB has launched today the page for the Year of St. Joseph on their website. https://www.cccb.ca/evangelization-catechesis-catholic-education/celebrating-the-year-of-saint-joseph/ This page offers various resources related to St. Joseph on prayers and devotions, catechetical resources for adults and children, and Church documents.
In the Apostolic Letter Patris Corde (With a Father’s Heart), Pope Francis identifies the extraordinary attributes of St. Joseph as a “beloved, tender and loving, obedient, accepting, creatively-courageous, working father hidden in the shadows.” (cf. No 1-7). We have prepared a series of guided reflections on each of the seven attributes. They may be used by individuals who wish to focus on only one or two of the attributes from home or in groups gathered in person or online.
The Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops (CCCB) invites all group and families to deepen their Christian commitment through the act of consecration to Saint Joseph. By entrusting ourselves completely to the fatherly care and powerful intercession of the Church's patron saint, we are beseeching his help in living out those same virtues he did and so grow in the likeness of Christ evermore.
This ritual of Consecration to St. Joseph can be used in parishes, religious communities and families, on a date chosen by the individual groups or families. Download the ritual: Consecration to Saint Joseph (PDF).
This ritual of Consecration to St. Joseph can be used in parishes, religious communities and families, on a date chosen by the individual groups or families. Download the ritual: Consecration to Saint Joseph (PDF).
Weekly Bulletin:
Third Sunday of Easter
April 18, 2021
First Reconciliation and First Eucharist
Preparation for First Eucharist will be completed at home. Celebration date(s) to be announced. Please call or email the Parish Office for information or assistance.
From the Diocese: Letters, Resources and Information
Vatican's New Document of Climate Crisis
he climate crisis has a very human face. It is already a reality for multitudes of vulnerable people worldwide. Climate warming of merely 1.5°C would cause global sea levels to rise by 0.77 metres by 2100, threatening cities and crop and pasture land around the world. Projections based on current data predict a global temperature increase of 3-4°C by 2100.
The Vatican's Migrants and Refugees Section of the Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development has recently published and presented a resource document entitled, Pastoral Orientations on Climate Displaced People. The resource highlights the new challenges posed by climate disruption and displacement and suggests pastoral responses to the global situation and crisis.
The Vatican's Migrants and Refugees Section of the Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development has recently published and presented a resource document entitled, Pastoral Orientations on Climate Displaced People. The resource highlights the new challenges posed by climate disruption and displacement and suggests pastoral responses to the global situation and crisis.
- Third Sunday of Easter - Bulletin Shorts, free to use
Mass Readings | Have You Anything to Eat? We long to be fed at the table of the Lord. We hunger to eat and drink his Blood and Body. If we can go to the church this day – what a joy! If we can’t, we can still follow the gospel injunction: Look and touch. We can look for Jesus everywhere – because that is where he is. We can still touch Jesus in the persons who are near – because that is also where he is.- How will I look for and see Jesus every day?
- How will I touch Jesus, either really or virtually, in touching another?
- How will I do these mercy works: feed the hungry, give drink to the thirsty?
Source: Diocese of Springfield
- In need of Sunday Missals?
St. Mary's Cathedral has over 100 copies of the 2020-2021 Sunday Missals available at a reduced price of $4/each. If you are interested to purchase, please contact Marilyn at 403-228-4170 #221, or email marilyn@stmaryscalgary.ca - Order of Baptism of Children - mandatory use
The new Order of Baptism ritual book has now been made mandatory to be used at all parishes as of April 4, 2021. To order a copy, please use this form (Item code: 182-435). - Does your parish need an organ?
A vintage Hammond 820 organ is looking for a new home. It has a full pedalboard, presets, tone bars, in solid oak cabinetry with locking rolltop, and in excellent condition. If your parish is interested, or you know someone who is, please contact Sharon at 403-651-3078. - A blog from Bolivia: How are families affected by the pandemic?
CIDSE is a community of Catholic agencies, including Development and Peace – Caritas Canada, which seeks to serve the poor, promote justice, and harness the power of global solidarity. In this particular post, CIDSE shares how how the pandemic affected families in Bolivia, and how transcendental role women have in their survival. Read more
To get involved with Development & Peace in the Diocese of Calgary, contact devpyyc@gmail.com
What to pray this week?- For the work of all who serve the poor and promote justice, especially when they are marginalized, bullied, and threatened for doing so.
- For those who are affected by the pandemic worldwide, especially where there is no social safety net nor adequate protection against the virus and its impacts.
- MPs to debate private member's bill to ban sex selection abortions
Saskatchewan Conservative MP private member’s bill to make abortions done on the basis of a baby’s sex illegal in Canada will be up for debate and second reading in the House of Commons Wednesday, April 14. The bill would ban all abortions that are based on the predicted sex of the fetus, a practice that is common in societies valuing male children over females. Read more - Seven religious among kidnap victims in Haiti
Five Haitian and two French religious, as well as three laypersons, were kidnapped in the Caribbean nation on Sunday as they were preparing to attend a ceremony for the installation of a new parish priest. The priests and sisters are members of the Society of Priests of St. Jacques and the Archdiocese of Cap Haitien. Please pray for their safety. Read more - Arson suspected in Manitoba church fire on Easter
Just hours after Easter Sunday Mass, residents of St. Theresa Point First Nation in Manitoba could only watch and cry as their Catholic church burned to the ground. Arson is suspected and a 32-year-old man who was seen exiting the church has been arrested. Read more - The best parts of being a Catholic priest
The Catholic Talk Show discuss the best parts of being a Catholic priest and why it's an awesome vocation. You will learn: why celibacy is actually a great thing, how celebrating the Sacraments changes you, how the priesthood compares to fatherhood, and if priests get out of speeding tickets. Watch show - For all other resources or information shared previously, find them in this Google Doc: Diocesan Info for Parishioners - or click here. This link is also featured on our website: catholicyyc.ca/news under Bulletin Announcements
SacramentsReconciliation: Reconciliation is available Saturdays at the Church from 5:30 to 6:30 pm or by appointment.
Baptism: Please contact the Parish Office at (403)823-2683 to arrange an appointment. Marriage: Please contact the Parish Office at least 6 months prior to your desired date. |
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