Celebrating Grande Prairie's parish patron Saint Joseph, on Monday, March 20 (The feast day is March 19, however, since it falls on a Sunday during Lent it has been formally moved to the 20th). "We will begin with Mass in the church followed by a meal and talent show in Tranquille Hall. Free tickets for […]
Feast of St. Joseph (celebrated on Monday, March 20) 7:30 PM Mass - full Mass with Powerpoint, music and refreshments after Mass. Our Lady of Peace Church in Peace River
Reconciliation service for Lent, Wednesday, March 22nd at 3:00 pm. Our Lady of Good Counsel, High Level
Curia meeting on all matters related to the archdiocese. Held at the chancery office in Grande Prairie.
Lenten reconciliation service for students of St. Mary's Catholic School in Beaverlodge.
Join us for food and drinks, and a discussion on Scripture and the Faith with Ignite – Catholic Young Adults of Grande Prairie – on March 23rd Intended for Catholic adults aged 18-35. 7:00 p.m. – Mass at St. Joseph’s Church in Grande Prairie 7:45 p.m. – Bible and Beer at Better Than Fred’s in Grande […]
Catholic Family Ministries will host their annual Men of Integrity Conference from March 24-25th Learn more at https://catholicfamilyministries.com/
The Office of Evangelization and Catechesis will offer a Lenten Mission/Outreach program for teachers at Glenmary High School in Peace River on March 24th. The program will discuss the Three Pillars of Lent: Prayer, Fasting and Almsgiving. Please contact the OEC office for further details.
Soup, Reflection, Stations of the Cross- Lenten Fridays 5:15 pm: meatless soup & buns served by CWL in Tranquille Hall. Donations will go to Development & Peace 6 pm: Reflection organized by the Social Justice Committee 7 pm: Stations of the Cross in the church. Join us for all 3 or whatever your time allows.
2023 Men of Integrity Conference – March 24-25, Holy Family Parish, St. Albert 'A Call to Battle: Strengthening the Family Through the Sacred Heart' Men of Integrity, this is your 'Call to Battle'. Join us and learn how to arm yourself against the enemy we can't see, who is intent on destroying our faith and […]
St. Mary’s Soup and Stations Please join us for Soup and Stations of the Cross on every Friday during Lent at 6 PM beginning with a light meal in the church hall followed by prayers of the Stations of the Cross. St. Mary’s Church, Beaverlodge Everyone is welcome! * Starts February 24, 2023 and continues […]
The Office of Evangelization and Catechesis will offer a Lenten Mission/Outreach program at St. Thomas More Church in Fairview from March 25th-26th. The program will discuss the Three Pillars of Lent: Prayer, Fasting and Almsgiving. Please contact the parish or the OEC office for further details.
Lenten retreat, Saturday, March 25, 9:45 am - 3:30 pm in Tranquille Hall, St. Joseph Church in Grande Prairie Explore God's invitation to each of us to come experience His indescribable love in the Sacrament of Reconciliation. Cost $10 / person (covers materials and lunch) To register, contact Jean-Marc, 402guene@telus.net Registration Deadline: Friday, March 17.
First Communions will be celebrated at Our Lady of Good Counsel Church on Sunday March 26th, 10:00 am.
Good Friday Dramatization of Stations of the Cross at St. Joseph Church in Grande Prairie Calling all young adults! Be a part of this powerful re-enactment of Christ’s final journey to the cross. Rehearsals begin March 26. Please contact Erin at lynche@telus.net
March 27 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm This project to make modest dresses to help vulnerable girls begins on Monday, March 13th at the Legion in McLennan, 1:00-3:00 pm. Volunteers are asked to bring all supplies and materials for sewing and cutting dresses. This project will continue every second Monday afterwards until the dresses are complete.
Monday, March 27, 7 pm St. Joseph Church, Grande Prairie We will begin with a Penitential Service followed by individual reconciliation. There will be a number of priests present from the archdiocese. Please join us for this precious healing sacrament.
Priests of the archdiocese will meet to discuss the things that concern to their ministry and communities. March 28th, Our Lady of Peace Church in Peace River
A Lenten reconciliation service will be offered at Our Lady of Lourdes Parish in Girouxville on March 28th at 7:00 pm.
Saturday, March 18, 10 am - 12 noon and Wednesday, March 29, 1 - 3 pm. @ St. Joseph Catholic Church, Grande Prairie in the Tranquille Hall Join us for this spiritual exercise on one or both dates. Drop in (no registration). No cost, but a food bank donation would be most appreciated.
Soup, Reflection, Stations of the Cross- Lenten Fridays 5:15 pm: meatless soup & buns served by CWL in Tranquille Hall. Donations will go to Development & Peace 6 pm: Reflection organized by the Social Justice Committee 7 pm: Stations of the Cross in the church. Join us for all 3 or whatever your time allows. […]
St. Mary’s Soup and Stations Please join us for Soup and Stations of the Cross on every Friday during Lent at 6 PM beginning with a light meal in the church hall followed by prayers of the Stations of the Cross. St. Mary’s Church, Beaverlodge Everyone is welcome! * Starts February 24, 2023 and continues […]
Calling all students in grades 7-9: you're invited to Discovery! Join us for an overnight retreat at St. Joseph High School from March 31st- April 2nd, 2023. Learn more and register here: https://saintjoseph.ca/discovery/
Archbishop’s monthly Sunday Mass in McLennan – Sunday, April 2nd at 10:30 am
First workshop for Diocesan Clergy Study Days - "Chapter 1 - House of Prayer: Remembering Our Identity and Purpose" Held before the Chrism Mass celebration at St. John the Baptist Cathedral in McLennan Diocesan Clergy Study Days are a series of workshops for the Catholic clergy of the Archdiocese of Grouard-McLennan, hosted by the Office […]
Parishioners from throughout the archdiocese are invited to join with His Excellency Archbishop Gerard Pettipas and all clergy for this special Mass in the life of the Church. Our yearly Chrism Mass will celebrated at St. John the Baptist Cathedral in McLennan at 7:30 pm on Tuesday, April 4th. At this Mass, the clergy will […]
Lenten Reconciliation at St. Mary’s Beaverlodge 6:00PM – 7:00PM, 7:40PM – 8:00PM Wednesday, April 5th
An ecumenical Way of the Cross will be held with all church communities in Beavelodge on Good Friday, April 7th. Begins at 10:00 am. Starting from St. Mary’s (Host Church) and closing at United Church, Beaverlodge, followed by refreshment thereafter at St. Luke’ s Anglican Hall.
St. Mary’s Church, Beaverlodge 3:00PM Divine Mercy Novena Chaplet begins from Good Friday (April 7th) up until Divine Mercy Sunday on April 16th. Silent adoration & Benediction and Veneration of the Divine Mercy Picture We encourage you to join us in prayer together with your family. Nine days of Divine Mercy Novena We begin Nine […]
Good Friday Dramatization of Stations of the Cross Calling all young adults! Be a part of this powerful re-enactment of Christ’s final journey to the cross. Rehearsals begin March 26. Please contact Erin at lynche@telus.net
Archbishop Pettipas will celebrate Sunday Mass at Cadotte Lake.
This project to make modest dresses to help vulnerable girls continues on Monday, April 10th at the Legion in McLennan, 1:00-3:00 pm. Volunteers are asked to bring all supplies and materials for sewing and cutting dresses.
Save the Date: Games Night & Meal, Thursday, April 13. Meal by Filipino Community. St. Joseph Church, Grande Prairie
Ceremony to open Archbishop Pettipas's Deanery 3 visitation, held at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Grande Prairie at noon on April 14th.
Meeting of the Archdiocesan Finance Committee on April 18th, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Annual archdiocesan finance meeting to be held at Our Lady of Peace Parish in Peace River, April 29th. Time TBA
Curia meeting on all matters related to the archdiocese. Held at the chancery office in Grande Prairie.
Catholic Women's League will host a national council meeting at the parish hall of Our Lady of Peace Parish in Peace River. April 22nd, 10am-3pm.
April Student Art show and lunch at Immaculate Conception Church in Sexsmith. The event follows the 11am mass on Sunday April 23rd, featuring the art of St. Mary's Catholic School students. All are welcome!
From St. Joseph Church parish bulletin: "We were established as a parish on April 26, 1920. As we all know, we were not able to celebrate our 100th anniversary in 2020. Therefore, after coming through a difficult and challenging 3 years, we are going to celebrate our 103rd Anniversary! Festivities are being planned for Sunday, […]
Held as part of the Archbishop's Deanery 3 visitation. The potluck begins at 6:15 pm following 5:30 Mass at the church hall in Sexsmith. Photo shoot with various ministry groups will follow after supper.
Join us for Bible & Beer at Better Than Fred's - an opportunity to grow in our faith and in Catholic community. We will meet at 7:45 pm on April 27th for food and drinks, a discussion on the Scriptures, and we may play pool afterwards. Please join us! Ignite is a young adult ministry […]
Held as part of the Archbishop's Deanery 3 visitation. Prayer will be offered at the grotto in Webster on April 28th at 10:30 am (Mass at Immaculate Conception in Sexsmith beforehand at 9 am). All persons are invited.
Ignite Catholic Young Adults of Grande Prairie will be volunteering with the Community Kitchen at the Friendship Centre on Saturday, April 29th, from 11:30am - 3:00 pm. Please contact the Ignite group on their Facebook to confirm your attendance.
Fr. Eucharius at St. John the Baptist Cathedral will be blessing seeds that local farmers will plant this year during the April 30th Mass. The seeds are to be placed on the altar rail, and this blessing will be for the entirety of the crops planted.
Confirmations to be celebrated at Immaculate Conception Church in Sexsmith, presided by Archbishop Pettipas - April 30th, 11am-noon.
St. Mary’s Church, Beaverlodge Spring Community Supper Sunday, April 30 5pm-7pm Cost: by donation St. Mary’s Church Hall Join us for a delicious Pork roast supper! First come first serve!
Confirmations to be celebrated at St. Joseph Catholic Church, presided by Archbishop Pettipas – May 1st
Deanery Group Sharing on May 2nd for the 2023 Diocesan Clergy Study Days - "Chapter 2 - Rebuilding My House: From Vatican II to Pope Francis" Diocesan Clergy Study Days are a series of workshops for the Catholic clergy of the Archdiocese of Grouard-McLennan, hosted by the Office of Evangelization and Catechesis. See the full schedule […]
Confirmations to be celebrated at St. Joseph Catholic Church, presided by Archbishop Pettipas – May 2nd
Every Wednesday 3pm-5pm Come & Learn God's Word Hosted by Sister Rose Kong
May’s CWL meeting will be held on Wed, May 3 at 4:30pm in the church basement of St. Mary's, Beaverlodge.
Archbishop Pettipas wants to hear from you. St. Joseph’s is hosting a “Parish Sounding Board” – an evening forum where you can share the joys and concerns of your parish, your archdiocese and your community with His Grace. It will also give you an opportunity to hear from others about what’s on their hearts. Please […]
Our Lady of Peace Council of Catholic Women’s League is celebrating our 75th anniversary as a council on Fri., Sat., May 5, 6, 2023. All are welcome to celebrate with us. Fri., May 5: Our Lady of Peace Church 6:00 P.M. Adoration 6:30 P.M. - Mass 7:00-9:00 P.M. Wine & Cheese, Vintage Fashion Show […]
A game for grade 3-8 students, taking place at the Tranquille Hall at St. Joseph Church. Archbishop Pettipas will be playing with the students! Friday May 5th, 7-9pm Go to https://saintjoseph.ca/nerfwars-2023 to RSVP.
Our Lady of Good Counsel Church in High Level will host and organize its annual highway cleanup on May 6th. The parish needs at least 32 able bodied parishioners over the age of 10 for this cleanup. This is an opportunity to fundraise for the parish, get exercise and help clean up the local environment. […]
Join the Sexsmith Parish community for a highway cleanup on May 6th, 8:30 am - 11:30 am. Contact the parish for more details.
Roadside Clean-up Fundraiser Schedule K of C Beaverlodge Council on Saturday May 6th Proceeds going to K of C 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
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
The Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius of Loyola in Daily Life 19th Annotation September 28, 2023 – May 11, 2024 The Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius of Loyola are powerful prayer exercises containing prayer passages for meditation and contemplation, plus many helpful articles, tips and spiritual practices. Read the full information package here.
Join us at State and Main in Grande Prairie for Bible & Beer - an evening to grow in our faith, and in Catholic community For young Catholic adults age 18-35
Students of St. Mary's School in Beaverlodge will attend Mass at St. Mary's Church. Friday, Sept. 29th 9:00 am All are welcome
CWL will be preparing HARVEST BOXES filled with a variety of fresh garden vegetables. Boxes will vary in price starting at $30. Prices will vary depending on the vegetables placed in the box. Vegetables that may be included are potatoes, carrots, beets, spaghetti squash, pumpkins, corn on the cob, tomatoes etc. Some boxes may also […]
From St. Joseph Church bulletin: Women, Wine & the Word: An Evening of Grace Friday, September 29, 7 - 9:30 pm, in Tranquille Hall Cocktails 6:30 pm Ladies, join us for a beautiful and inspiring evening of prayer, music, fellowship, catered charcuterie, raffles, coffee, tea, sparkling juice and wine. Guest Speaker: Candice Edey Proceeds will […]
Commissioning of Staff of St. Stephen’s School & staff from other schools that come to our Church October 1st 2023 @ 10:00 am Mass At the celebration of baptism, we pledge ourselves to nurture one another in the faith. You, as teachers, leaders, and assistants, carry a particular joy and responsibility. You were chosen from […]
Youth Mass Sunday October 1, at 11:00AM St. Mary’s Church All are welcome to join us for Potluck and youth activity immediately after 11:00AM Mass. *We are looking for donations of goody treats and other articles to be used as prizes for children’s activities every month. If you can donate, please arrange drop off with […]
Turkey Shoot Fundraiser Oct. 1st 11:15am After Mass All ages welcome $5 - three shorts Men's, women's and youth categories Bake sale, raffle and stew and bannock will also be available Enter as many chances to win a harm or turkey Contact the parish for further info
Emmaus Night is an evening of peer-led faith formation where get to discuss the many treasures of our Catholic faith. For this night, Caleb Binder will give a talk on the Vatican II document 'Gaudium et Spes'. Emmaus Night is held in the John Paul II Room at St. Joseph Church, beginning around 7:45 pm. […]
Ladies’ Bible Study, Wednesdays, 9:30 - 11 am, St. JPII Room. All ladies welcome.
CWL Thanksgiving Supper: Wednesday, October 4th, at Our Lady of Peace Hall after the 5:30 PM Mass.
Upcoming Bake Sale Thursday October 5th, 2023 Sainte Anne church in Falher
Thanksgiving Mass at Glenmary School at 10AM
La Posada: December 16. Help the Holy Family search for room at the Inn! Musicians, readers, game leaders and costume crew needed! Next meeting, Thursday, Oct. 5, 7:30 pm
Adoration at St. Joseph Church in Spirit River 9am to 7pm Mass at 7pm
EDGE (gr.7 - 9) 7 - 9 pm in the St JPII Room of St. Joseph Church Next gathering: October 6 All students in grades 7 - 9 join us for friends, faith, fun & food.
The Youth Ministry Leadership Workshop in the Archdiocese The General Workshop Session date is October 14th 2023. It is an online session via zoom, taking place from 9:45 am to 12:00 pm. Click here to register. All adults interested in ministry for youth and youth adults are welcome to attend. We invite all parents, ministry […]
Thousands of Catholics across Canada will gather on October 14 at 12 noon (local time) to pray the rosary. Please check with your local parish to see if your community is meeting for this rosary.
Next Parish Pastoral Core Committee meeting Oct 16, 2023 at 7:00PM. All the core committee members are requested to attend.
(Gr.7 - 9) 1st & 3rd Fridays 7 - 8:30 pm in the St JPII Room Next gathering: October 20, Pumpkin Carving - bring your own pumpkin.
Ignite Grande Prairie Young Adult Catholic Ministry (for ages 18-35) Mass and adoration - 7:00 pm Pumpkin carving (JP II Room) - 8:30 pm Learn more about Ignite on their Facebook page
The Youth Ministry Leadership Workshop in the Archdiocese The General Workshops Second Session takes place on Oct. 21st and Oct. 28th. The Oct 21st session will take place in person at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Grande Prairie. Click here to register. All adults interested in ministry for youth and youth adults are welcome to attend. We invite […]
Grouard-McLennan Diocesan CWL Fall Workshop will take place on October 21 at St. Mary’s Church, Beaverlodge Cost -$20 includes lunch Registration – 9:30am * Workshop – 10am – 3pm Speakers: Fr. Jayapaul, Linda Vandenberg and Lucille Partington All Ladies are welcome!
Retreat hosted by Pat DeLuca at St. Joseph Church See full details here.
Gr. 7 - 12: 1st & 3rd Saturday Pizza: 5:30 pm. Practice: 6 pm. Next gathering: October 21st
Gr. 9 - 12: 1st & 3rd Saturday 8 - 10 pm in St JPII Room Next gathering: October 21 - Murder Mystery Party. RSVP to April stjoesyouthgp@gmail.com and receive your character assignment.
Church Pictorial Directory Program: Monday-Thursday, October 23-26 Our Lady of Peace Church in Peace River Please contact the parish for more details.
Altar Server Training and Activity at St. Mary's Church October 24th Contact the parish for more details
I am with you: Fall lecture Series Night One: October 24, 8pm (ET) via Zoom (6pm in our region) The deVeber Institute for Bioethics and Social Research presents "I am with you" a two-night lecture series on supporting women and families through pregnancy and after. Registration is free and easy. Sign up today at […]
Chat with Glenmary Grade 2 students (with Father Nel) at 12:35 PM
Join us for Bible & Beer at State & Main - an opportunity to grow in our faith and in Catholic community. We will meet at 7:45 pm for food and drinks and a discussion on the Scriptures. Learn more at Ignite GP.
The Youth Ministry Leadership Workshop in the Archdiocese The General Workshops Second Session takes place on Oct. 21st and Oct. 28th. The Oct. 28th session will take place at Our Lady of Peace Church in Peace River. Click here to register. All adults interested in ministry for youth and youth adults are welcome to attend. We invite […]
All Saints Costume Party at St Joseph Church, Grande Prairie October 28, 2 - 4 pm. Help us plan! Meeting: October 14, 1 - 2 pm, in the St. JPII Room.
Remembering the Faithful Departed Mass, Thursday, November 2, 7:00 pm St. Joseph, Grande Prairie At our annual memorial Mass the name of anyone whose funeral was celebrated in our church will be read aloud. If you have an immediate family member (parent, sibling or child) who died in the past year, we invite you to […]
(Gr. 7 - 9) 1st & 3rd Fridays 7 - 8:30 pm in the St JPII Room Next gathering: November 3
For the first time since 2019, we will have a public Archbishop’s Dinner – hosted this year by Deanery 1 and held at the Ecole Providence School in McLennan on Nov. 3rd. Doors will open at 6:00 pm, followed by the dinner at 6:30 pm. Afterwards, Archbishop Pettipas will give a talk and presentation on the topic: “What makes a church a cathedral”. A silent auction with donated […]