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.
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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.
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​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.

St. Anthony's 
​Parish
...in a snapshot
Important News: 
  • Effective September 16, 2021, face coverings are required.  Masks are required in all public indoor spaces. Capacity for each Mass is capped at 1/3 Fire Capacity (75 Parishioners).  ​
  • The Weekly Bulletin can be viewed by clicking the Home Button in the Navigation Menu.
  • ​​​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.
Pastoral Installation and Celebration
Join us for this special celebration in which Bishop McGrattan
will formally install Father Lukas
as Pastor or our Parish
Saturday, September 18th
Mass at 11 am
Cake and Refreshments to follow outside on the south lawn

Preparing for the Federal Election

  • As Canadians return to the polls once again, former politician John Milloy spoke with Salt + Light Media’s Benjamin Boivin about his experience as a Catholic politician. In this interview he offers a perspective on the relationship between faith and today's political realities from a politician's point of view. Read the interview here. 

  • Not sure who to vote for next Monday? Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Toronto, a ShareLife-funded organization, has produced this insightful guide highlighting Catholic Social Teaching on human dignity, poverty, Indigenous issues, health care, the environment and other issues. Read the guide here: ow.ly/IQ7G50G6uju  

  • Brendan Steven of CatholicConscience.org joins Deacon Eric Gurash and Dr. Brett Salkeld (Archdiocese of Regina) and discuss the role of Catholic voters and the need for deep discernment in the upcoming Canadian federal election. Show Snippet: "I want more Catholics to learn more about Catholic Social Teaching, and...how blown away you will be about the consequences of Christ's love for all his people, and the way that manifests in how the Church teaches how we live in community with one another."  Listen to podcast 
A message from John Holmes, Feed the Hungry Garden Volunteer Coordinator:

Our Feed the Hungry (FTH) Garden at the Mount St. Francis Retreat Centre has matured and survived  the most difficult growing season in recent memory! Throughout August we have been picking zucchini and thinning the beets, and have delivered 323 kg (711lbs) of vegetables to the Food Bank. Recent rain falls should fill out our potato and carrot crops so we can now plan to complete the harvest our garden.  
A heat spell and drought which started on July 11 continued through to August 17 destroyed many crops throughout southern Alberta. Although this dry spell delayed development of some of our vegetables, others thrived! Zucchini and beets flourished and produced over 300 kg of early vegetables for the Food Bank. Our Russet potatoes which are a 'late' variety are just filling out now and benefitted from 45 mm of rain which fell on August 16/17. Over all I expect this garden will produce over 1000 kg this year which considering the growing conditions is absolutely amazing! Thank you to all volunteers who planted, weeded, hilled and thinned these vegetables thus enabling this garden to survive under such harsh conditions! 
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Resources on Residential Schools

Archdiocese of Edmonton hosted a webinar series on the history of residential schools, the TRC, and the long road towards healing and Reconciliation. The video is presented by Archbishop Richard Smith of the Edmonton Archdiocese, as well as Metis Deacon John Brown, Archbishop of Toronto Cardinal Thomas Collins, as well as Neil McCarthy, Director of Communications for the Toronto Archdiocese.

Resources and Announcements from the Diocese

  1. 25th Sunday in Ordinary Time - Bulletin Shorts Mass Readings  |  “I’m Better Than You.” Our lives are filled with all manner of put down, one upmanship, top dog behavior. When the disciples where caught in a similar conversation by Jesus, their response was silence. Perhaps, from embarrassment, even shame – especially after his teaching. He says to them and to us, be last not first, be of service, be open to receive. 
    • Who needs to be first at something this week rather than me? 
    • Whom can I serve because they need some help? 
    • Whom will I receive with joy as I would a child or grandchild? 
      (Source: Diocese of Springfield)

  2. Resources for children: 25th Sunday in Ordinary Time 
  3. Pope Francis tackles debate over Communion for politicians who support abortion | Answering questions aboard the papal plane from Bratislava, Slovakia, to Rome on Sept. 15, the pope said that abortion ends a human life and that human life must be respected. Pope Francis said Wednesday that the Catholic Church is firm in its stance on abortion because “abortion is murder,” and urged priests to be pastoral rather than political when faced with the question of who can receive Communion. Read more

  4. Pope to young people in Slovakia: dream fearlessly
    Pope Francis meets with young people in Slovakia at the Košice Lokomotiva Stadium and answers three of their questions, on love for each other and love for the cross. "Whenever someone embraces us, we regain confidence in ourselves and in life.  So let us allow ourselves to be embraced by Jesus." Read more

  5. Reminder: Love More 4.0 concert for retired priests
    Couples for Christ Calgary invites you to Love More 4.0 - A benefit concert for the benefit of the retired priests in the Diocese of Calgary and ANCOP (Answering the Cry of the Poor). When: Saturday, Sep 25 at 7:30 pm at St. Albert the Great Parish. Tickets: $15 per person by calling Nonie Ramos at 587-435 2509 - To donate, visit: catholicyyc.ca/lovemorebenefit 

  6. 5 reasons your parish should have a bereavement ministry
    If your parish is hoping to meet people where they are, then implementing a bereavement ministry program is a good starting point. Here are five reasons to include bereavement ministry, or grief ministry, in your parish. Read more

  7. Haitians remain ‘people of hope’
    Despite earthquake and political turmoil, a Felician sister says Haitians remain people of hope. "It is a troubling reality for Haitians that their struggle seems to be brought to wider attention only in the aftermath of catastrophes like the August earthquake." Sister Marilyn and other Felician sisters began working in Haiti in response to the devastation it experienced in 2010. They have been providing medical, social and employment assistance ever since. Read more. 

  8. What a 9/11 fireman found burned into steel
    While many stories of courage and grace have been shared about 9/11, a new story has emerged that most people probably haven’t heard before – and it involves the Bible. It wasn’t just any page of the Bible, it part of the Sermon on the Mount. And while most of the page was marred, right in the middle one of the only parts still clearly readable was Christ’s radical teaching on retaliation. Read more

  9. Sometimes saying sorry just isn’t enough
    Chances are that you can remember a time you hurt someone through your actions. Maybe it was just missing something important to them, or letting your words slip to someone else, but whatever you did cost them something. And when your mistakes lead to someone in your life losing something, saying you’re sorry just isn’t enough.  Fr. Mike Schmitz explains why we have to ask people for forgiveness and not just say we’re sorry. Watch video

  10. When my friend cussed in front of Mother Teresa
    Chirs Stefanick: "Imagine what would happen if you cussed in front of ... I don’t know, say ... Mother Teresa of Calcutta. I have a friend who did just that! And what happened gives you an insight into one of the great souls of modern times, whose feast day was this past week on Sept. 5." Read more

Sacraments

Reconciliation: 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.

First Reconciliation and First Eucharist: A Registration Evening is scheduled for Wednesday, September 22 for those entering Grade 2 and older.  Please contact the Parish Office if you cannot attend.
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Confirmation: Registration will begin this fall for those in Grade 6 and older. Details are forthcoming.
 
Marriage: Please contact the Parish Office at least 6 months prior to your desired date.

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