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On the proper reception of Holy Communion

As we prepare for the restoration of Communion from the Chalice in our archdiocese (allowed to be re-introduced as of June 2nd), the archdiocese has prepared this special video offering […]

A lifetime of service

Catholic teacher Chris Flynn continues to teach well into his seventies A unique part of my job in travelling around the archdiocese, gathering stories, meeting with members of parish communities […]

May 11th update on the Archbishop

May 11th, 2024 Dear Pastors, Brother Priests, Sisters and Parishioners, Since composing his May 2024 letter, Archbishop Pettipas has seen his doctor, went for blood work and it was recommended […]

Archbishop’s Letter – Spring 2024

Read as a PDF in English or French Friday May 10th, 2024 Dear Clergy and Faithful of the Archdiocese of Grouard-McLennan As most of you know, the past several months […]

An Easter walk to Emmaus

Sacramentum explores the sacraments of the Catholic Church – the depths of their meaning, history, and, above all, the impact they have on each of us in our daily faith […]

Offering meals and offering hope

St. Joseph food ministry provides a way for parishioner to honour his son Over the past four years, St. Joseph Catholic Church has been home to a growing food ministry […]

Annual finance meeting held in Peace River

On Saturday, April 20th, the archdiocese held its annual finance/information meeting at the Our Lady of Peace parish hall in Peace River. This meeting includes a report of the financial […]

April 19th update on the Archbishop

Download and share this letter as a PDF here. April 19th, 2024 Dear Pastors, Brother Priests, Sisters and Parishioners, A quick Friday update regarding Archbishop Pettipas. As mentioned in my […]

Archbishop’s Decree on Reception of Holy Communion

Download this decree here April 19th, 2024 Since COVID restrictions were lifted, I have wondered and several of you have asked, “when can we restore Communion under both species?” I […]

Sister from Spirit River honoured for her life of prayer and service

SISTER GEORGETTE PAYEUR1931-2024 View Sr. Georgette’s obituary card here Sister Georgette Payeur (Sister Mary of Saint-Denis of the Savior) slipped away peacefully to her Heavenly Home on March 21, 2024, […]