First Communion – St. Mary’s Church, Beaverlodge
St. Mary's Church, Beaverlodge1st Holy Communion St. Mary’s Church Sunday May 6th, 2023 11am Followed by Church Potluck
1st Holy Communion St. Mary’s Church Sunday May 6th, 2023 11am Followed by Church Potluck
National Family & Life Week (NFLW), May 7-14, 2023, is an invitation from the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops to the faithful in Canada to celebrate the joy and beauty of family and life by seeking out new and creative ways to live out this call in our daily lives. The NFLW theme is Jesus’ words, “Love […]
May 8th, 5:30 pm
Guided reflections with personal quiet time. May 9th Every 2nd Tuesday of the month Contact the parish for more information.
St. Mary’s Parish Pastoral Council Meeting Tuesday, May 9, 2023 5:00 PM St. Mary’s Meeting Room
CWL Monthly Meeting, Tuesday, May 9, beginning with Mass at 7:30 pm in the church.
Altar Server Training Monday, May 29, 2023 10:30 AM St. Mary’s Church
Every Wednesday 3pm-5pm Come & Learn God's Word Hosted by Sister Rose Kong
St. Mary's Parish Pastoral Council Meeting 5:oo PM, Wednesday, May 10, 2023 St. Mary's Church Meeting Room
Emmaus Night is an evening of peer-led faith formation with the Ignite young adult ministry, based in St. Joseph Church in Grande Prairie. For our May 10th Emmaus Night, Kyle will be giving a talk on the Church’s teaching on care for creation, from the early Church up to Pope Francis’ Laudato Si. May 10th, […]
The Alberta March for Life will take place in Edmonton on May 11th. It begins with Mass at St. Joseph's Basilica followed by a march at the Alberta Legislature. Archbishop Pettipas will preside with other Alberta bishops at the Mass.
Begins with Mass for Life at St. Joseph Basilica 10:00 am Followed by speeches and march from the Edmonton legistlature
A march for life and Mass at Immaculate Conception Church in Sexsmith. Thursday, May 11th 10:30am-12pm noon
Thursday, May 11 at 1:30 pm - an opportunity for those who wish to receive the Sacrament of the Sick. This Sacrament is available for anyone who has a serious illness: the elderly whose frailty is becoming more pronounced, major surgery/serious medical tests, uncontrollable and chronic illnesses (arthritis, diabetes, etc.), mental illness. If you know […]
Parish Games Night & Spaghetti Supper, Thursday, May 11, Tranquille Hall 5 - 7 pm: Supper, sponsored by Gord Switzer’s Family 7 - 9 pm: Crib, cards or family friendly games You are welcome to come for one or both parts of the evening. Gluten-free available. Cost by donation (to support St. Lawrence Centre) Please […]
Holy Family Catholic Regional Division host their Faith Day
Sharing And Learning Together Grades 3 - 6 May 12, 7 - 8:30 pm Tranquille Hall Learning about the Rosary
Roadside Clean-up Fundraiser Schedule CWL on Saturday May 13th Proceeds going to CWL Contact St. Mary's Church for more info. Please meet at 9am at St. Mary’s for maps, instructions, and necessary items *Please find the sign-up sheet located in the foyer of the Church
All women are welcome to this retreat at St. Joseph Church in the Tranquille Hall. May 13th 9am-3pm Fr. Leo English, CSsR will be the guest speaker. Tickets are $20 and can be purchased after Mass or online at this link.
Archdiocesan Pastoral Council meet at Our Lady of Peace Church in Peace River on May 15th, 10:00 am to 3:00 pm
Knights of Columbus Breakfast for Sunday, May 14: Mother’s Day following the 9 & 11 am Masses in Tranquille Hall. Gluten free available.
Breakfast begins in the cathedral basement after Sunday Mass (around 11:30am) Donations are appreciated
Every Wednesday 3pm-5pm Come & Learn God's Word Hosted by Sister Rose Kong
Wednesday, May 17th (weather permitting) Time: 6:30pm-8:30pm followed by hot chocolate/coffee. Please bring your tools. Cemetery maintenance donations accepted.
Join the Ignite young adult ministry for an evening of adoration and a social event. For May we will be going to do an escape room together, following Mass and adoration. Mass begins at 7pm at St. Joseph Church in Grande Prairie, May 19th
Every Wednesday 3pm-5pm Come & Learn God's Word Hosted by Sister Rose Kong
Join us for Bible & Beer - an opportunity to grow in our faith and in Catholic community. We will meet at 7:45 pm for food and drinks, a discussion on the Scriptures, and we may play pool afterwards. Please join us! Check our Facebook page for further updates on location.
Roadside Clean-up Fundraiser Schedule St. Mary’s Church May 27th Proceeds going to St. Mary’s Church Contact St. Mary's Church for more info. Please meet at 9am at St. Mary’s for maps, instructions, and necessary items *Please find the sign-up sheet located in the foyer of the Church
The Archdiocese of Grouard-McLennan will be hosting this year's Canadian Catholic Financial Administrators Conference. The Diocese of St. Paul and the Diocese of Prince George are also co-hosting the conference. Administrators with the finance departments of Catholic dioceses and eparchies across Canada will be in our region from May 28th-June 1st. The week includes talks, workshops, and a tour of various communities in the archdiocese. The conference begins in Grande Prairie on May […]
Come and join us for St. Mary’s Annual Walk for Life On Sunday, May 28, 2023. We will begin immediately after the 11AM Mass. We will walk or drive to the Highway Parking Lot (10 street Highway 43, located across from the Beaverlodge Hotel) where we will gather and pray the Rosary for Life.
Marion Month Mass Celebration Wednesday, May 31 9AM St. Mary’s Church Come join us for Holy Mass and the recitation of the Family Rosary
Every Wednesday 3pm-5pm Come & Learn God's Word Hosted by Sister Rose Kong
Students at Sexsmith's St. Mary's Catholic School will showcase their religious art projects after Sunday Mass on June 4th. Lunch is provided. Mass begins at 11 am Sunday, June 4th
June 4, 2023 Following the 11:00AM Mass. All are welcome to join us for Potluck meal and youth activity.
Save the Date: As we are aware, both Fr. Remi & Fr. Leo will be leaving us this summer. Their farewell parties are: Fr. Leo, June 4 & Fr. Remi, June 25 Both will immediately follow the 11 am Mass. We are assembling a book of memories for each of them. If you have any […]
Mardi 6 juin – Ménage au sous-sol de l’église à 9H00. Les femmes apportez vos chaudières et vos guénilles. Les hommes apportez vos muscles. Tuesday, June 6 – Cleaning in the basement of the church at 9 a.m. women bring your boilers and your rags. Men bring your muscles.
Wednesday June 7th St. John Paul II Room 9:30 am - 11:00 am
Every Wednesday 3pm-5pm Come & Learn God’s Word Hosted by Sister Rose Kong
Come to the Feast of Heaven & Earth Wednesday, June 7, 7:45 pm in Tranquille Hall. Eucharist/Communion, the sacrament that we celebrate daily, is our food for the journey of faith. We will reflect on how, through this sacrament, we are connected to Jesus, each other and those who have gone before us.
*Jeudi 8 juin à 16H00 : Messe d’installation des officiers Chevaliers de Colomb (Conseil francophone 3025 de Falher, AB et environs) par l’Archevêque Mgr Gerard Pettipas, suivie d’un repas au log cabin à 18H00. Thursday June 8 at 4:00 p.m.: Mass installation of Knights of Colomb (Francophone Council 3025 of Falher, AB and surroundings) by […]
Parish games night in the Tranquille Hall, St. Joseph Church 6-9pm, Thursday June 8th
Sharing And Learning Together Grades 3 - 6 7 - 8:30 pm Next gatherings: June 9 & 16 St. JPII Room
Roadside Clean-up Fundraiser Schedule NEW DATES CWL on Saturday June 10th Proceeds going to CWL St. Mary’s Church June 17th Proceeds going to St. Mary’s Church Please meet at 9am at St. Mary’s for maps, instructions, and necessary items *Please find the sign-up sheet located in the foyer of the Church
Four children will be receiving the Sacrament of Confirmation at St. John the Baptist Cathedral, McLennan on June 11th - 10:30 am Mass. Archbishop Pettipas will celebrate.
The CWL would like to invite all parishioners to join in on Sunday June 11th, after 10:00 am Mass for Muffin Sunday Fellowship. CWL will be collecting NEW socks and underwear for evacuees – men, women, and children. Also, toiletries: toothpaste, shampoo, soap, toothbrushes etc...
Celebrate the Feast of Corpus Christi with adoration at 2:00 pm, followed by a procession and benediction beginning at 2:50 pm. St. Joseph Church Sunday, June 11th
Sexsmith CWL celebrates 75 years! The Sexsmith Parish CWL is celebrating it's 75th year of service to the Church and the country. All are welcome to join the potluck supper on Sunday June 11,2023 at 5pm at the parish hall.
Sexsmith’s St. Mary’s Catholic Church CWL 75th Anniversary: Join the Sexsmith CWL on Sunday, June 11, at 5:00 pm at St. Mary’s Church, as they celebrate this auspicious occasion. Pot luck & quilt draw.
The Deanery 1 Pastoral Council will meet on Tuesday June 13th at 7:00 pm at Our Lady of Lourdes Church in Girouxville.
Every Wednesday 3pm-5pm Come & Learn God’s Word Hosted by Sister Rose Kong
A celebration for the priests leaving the archdiocese this summer, held in Peace River. Begins with Mass at Our Lady of Peace at 4 pm followed by a supper
Sharing And Learning Together Grades 3 - 6 7 - 8:30 pm Next gatherings: June 9 & 16 St. JPII Room
Roadside Clean-up Fundraiser Schedule NEW DATES CWL on Saturday June 10th Proceeds going to CWL St. Mary’s Church June 17th Proceeds going to St. Mary’s Church Please meet at 9am at St. Mary’s for maps, instructions, and necessary items *Please find the sign-up sheet located in the foyer of the Church
100% of the proceeds from the Baby Bottle Campaign will go towards bringing women-centered hope-focused, empowerment-oriented support to vulnerable women and families facing unplanned pregnancy at Pregnancy Care Centre Grande Prairie To Donate: Pick up a baby bottle and fill it with change or pick up a card and donate online (both located in the […]
June 18th, Contact the parish for more details.
Sandwiches for St. Lawrence Centre The St. Lawrence Centre for the homeless has lost their summer funding. In addition to the two hot meals the K of C provide each month, they are starting a Sandwich Day. They need help from the parish for both sandwich fixin’s and to make the sandwiches. The first Sandwich […]
Every Wednesday 3pm-5pm Come & Learn God’s Word Hosted by Sister Rose Kong
An annual Polish Mass will be celebrated at the Grotto grounds in Webster on Saturday, June 24th - 4:00 pm. Meal to follow in Webster Community Hall. Joining us are members from the Edmonton & Calgary Polish organizations, as well as the Consul General from Vancouver, Andrew Mańkowski. Mass celebrated by Fr. Leon Kler
Save the Date: As we are aware, both Fr. Remi & Fr. Leo will be leaving us this summer. Their farewell parties are: Fr. Leo, June 4 & Fr. Remi, June 25 Both will immediately follow the 11 am Mass. We are assembling a book of memories for each of them. If you have any […]
Every Wednesday 3pm-5pm Come & Learn God’s Word Hosted by Sister Rose Kong
Learn more here: https://www.catholicfamilyministries.com/
Feast of St. Peter & Paul Mass in Rycroft Mass begins 7pm, June 29th Refreshments and fellowship afterwards in parish hall
On July 2nd, a birthday potluck and Mass in honour of Sr. Mary Jeanne Davidson and her many years of dedication to the archdiocese will be held. Mass will be celebrated by Archbishop Pettipas. More details to be announced.
Organized jointly by Victory Church, Rycroft, St. Peter and St. Paul church, Rycroft and St. Joseph church, Spirit River, there will be a Community Connect BBQ on Friday, July 7, 2023, in Rycroft on the lawns of St. Peter and St. Paul Church and Victory Church, from 4-8 p.m. The goal of the event is […]
View poster with details here SAINT BERNADETTE ANNUAL PILGRIMAGE July 7-9th FRIDAY: Starting at 8:00 PM Tentative schedule of events ➢Gather at the Tea-Dance site ➢Feeding of the fire with tobacco(unless fire ban) ➢Drumming & Smudging if available ➢ Praying in the Four Directions ➢ Blessing of the Water ➢ Mass (depending on the number […]
Vacation Bible School, July 10 - 14 (mornings) St. Joseph Church, Grande Prairie Twists and Turns: following Jesus changes the game! Join our amazing team of adult and youth volunteers! Help plan and prepare, lead the children during VBS week or help behind the scenes. Come enjoy the Kingdom of God through the eyes of […]
Vacation Bible School - Our Lady of Good Counsel, High Level for all children ages 4-14 July 10-14th, from 10am to 4pm
Lac Ste. Anne Pilgrimage July 21-27, 2023 Learn more here.
Start Date: July 23 @ 4pm End Date: July 26 @12pm Where: Moonshine Lake Group Campsite Kids ages 4-17, join us for faith growing with crafts, games, music, skits and snacks. Campers can enjoy evening games and campfire. We invite you to camp with your family or drop them off for the day of activities. […]
“The Knights of Columbus are hosting a charity golf tournament at the Morningview Park Golf Course in Sexsmith on July 28th. The money raised will go towards Foundations for Life in Grande Prairie. Please see the form available at the church to sponsor or register for this pro-life event.” See the full package for registration […]
Taking place in Fox Lake from August 4-7th
The annual archdiocesan Assumption Pilgrimage will be held in Girouxville at the Our Lady of Lourdes grotto. All events will take place at Notre Dame de Lourdes Church & grotto in Girouxville 4904 50 Ave Girouxville, AB Full schedule: Monday, August 14th: 7:30 pm - Vespers 8:30 pm - Vigil Mass 9:00 pm - Candlelight Procession w/ Blessed Sacrament […]
Retreat for the clergy and seminarians of the Archdiocese of Grouard-McLennan
Sunday, September 3 at the 11 am Mass, the Archbishop will install Fr. Charles Duval, C.Ss.R. as our new pastor. Following Mass, the CWL & Knights of Columbus will host a barbeque in Tranquille Hall. All are welcome.
Monthly anointing and healing Mass at Our Lady of Good Counsel in High Level Sept. 5th 7:00 pm
All are invited to participate in the Triduum (Three-day special devotion) Masses from Tuesday, September 5 to Thursday (on Thursday, in Rycroft), September 7 and for the special Mass on September 8, at 7 pm in Spirit River, as it is the Nativity of Blessed Virgin Mary. The Statue of Our Lady will be kept […]
Every Wednesday 3pm-5pm Come & Learn God’s Word
All day Eucharistic adoration at St. Joseph Church in Spirit River, from 9am to 7pm. Mass will be held at 7pm.
Ladies “Walk With Me”, Thursdays, 10 - 11:30 am. Children welcome. Come as you are for faith, fun and fellowship. Next gathering: September 7
First Saturday of each month at 10 am in the church's Meeting Room
Vocations Committee meeting from 10:15am to 12:45 pm at Immaculate Conception Church in Sexsmith,
JOIN THE KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS FOR A BAR-B-QUE SEPTEMBER 10TH, 2023 ST. MARY’S CHURCH, BEAVERLODGE IMMEDIATELY AFTER 11 AM MASS COST BY DONATION ALL PROCEEDS TO GO TO THE KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS
The Religious Superior of the Sons of Mary Mother of Mercy will be visiting our archdiocese on Sept. 13th, meeting with Archbishop Gerard Pettipas in Grande Prairie. Several SMMM religious priests serve our archdiocese.
Parish Pastoral Council Meeting - St. Mary's, Beaverlodge First Tuesday of the Month - Sept. 5th 5 PM
CWL Monthly Meetings resume Tuesday, September 12 immediately following weekday Mass, at approximately 7:45 pm, in the Grouard Room. New members are always welcome. Email: cwlstjosephgp@gmail.com for details
The Knights of Columbus monthly meetings resume on Tuesday, September 12 at 7:30 pm in Liguori Hall.
Every Wednesday 3pm-5pm Come & Learn God’s Word
Games Knight returns Thursday, Sept 14. Everyone is welcome to come enjoy Crib, Canasta & board games for kids. 5:30 pm: Spaghetti dinner, garlic bread and Caesar salad. Games begin after dinner until 8:30 pm. Cost is by donation to support meals for St. Lawrence Centre.
Mass & Adoration Friday, September 15, 7 - 8:15 pm Join us for this sacred time to pray in the Real Presence of Jesus. We begin with Mass at 7:00 pm. Adoration follows at about 7:30 pm and continues until 8:15 pm.
EDGE (gr.7 - 9) 7 - 9 pm in the SJPII Room First gathering of the Fall: Sept. 15 All students in grades 7 - 9 join us for friends, faith, fun & food.
APC Meeting with persons from across the archdiocese to be held in Peace River at the Our Lady of Peace Parish Hall. Begins at 9:30 am
Knights of Columbus Meeting - St. Mary's Church, Beaverlodge 3rd Saturday of each month in the church's meeting room 2:00 PM
September 17, immediately after the 11Am Mass St. Mary’s Church Hall Beaverlodge
Next Altar Servers Training & Activity Tuesday Sept 19, 2023, at 1:00PM St. Mary’s Church
Every Wednesday 3pm-5pm Come & Learn God’s Word
Volunteer Appreciation Event : Thursday, September 21st, 3:30 PM to 6:00 PM at Our Lady of Peace Hall.
Looking for connection? Join us for faith sharing and become a part of our community. Ultreya is a part of the Cursillo movement but this gathering is open to everyone. The next Ultreya is Friday, September 22, in the church at 7 pm. Note: you need not have attended a Cursillo weekend to join us. […]
On Saturday, September 23, 2023, the Archdiocese of Grouard-McLennan will have their annual informational meeting. This meeting includes reporting on the financial statements of 2022, updating information about the performance of the Archdiocese’s pooled investment fund, reviewing certain policies and presenting the new and amended policies for parishes from 2022. This meeting will be at […]
Every Wednesday 3pm-5pm Come & Learn God’s Word