Announcements for Sunday, Jan. 25 – Third Sunday of Ordinary Time (Reverence for Life Sunday)

Diocesan Bulletin (2-page insert) PDF

* Diocesan prayer – REVERENCE FOR LIFE 2026

Almighty God, giver of all that is good, we thank you for the precious gift of human life: For life in the womb, coming from your creative power, for the life of children, making us glad with their freshness and promise, for the life of young people, hoping for a better world, for the life of people who are disabled, teaching us that every life has value, for the life of the elderly, witnessing to the ageless values of patience and wisdom. Like Blessed Mary, may we always say “yes” to Your gift. Help us to realize the sacredness of human life and to respect and cherish it from conception to its natural end. And bring us at last, O Father, to the fullness of eternal life in Jesus Christ our Lord.

 

EARTHCARE Connections (Prayer intentions from Farmland Legacies)

  1. May we walk in the light of wisdom which enables us to see what Earth needs to survive and thrive. We pray to the Lord.
  2. For the success of Farmland Legacies which holds farmland in sacred trust. We pray to the Lord.

 

New Announcements:

 

* Closing celebration for the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity will be held at 3 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 25 at St. Andrew Presbyterian Church, Presbyterian, 436 Spadina Cres., Saskatoon, featuring a reflection by Bishop Chad McCharles the Anglican Diocese of Saskatoon. A message for the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity from Catholic Bishop Mark Hagemoen is posted at: https://rcdos.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/2026-01-18-MHagemoen-to-Sask-Diocese-Week-Christian-Unity.pdf. “There is one body and one Spirit, just as you were called to the one hope of your calling.” (Ephesians 4:4)

 

* After the Storm film: Join the STM Just Youth group and the USask Filipino Students’ Association for a movie night, featuring “After the Storm: Building the Pope Francis Village” from Development and Peace – Caritas Canada at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 29 in the auditorium (STM 14)) at St. Thomas More College, 1437 College Drive, Saskatoon. Free popcorn and beverages available.

 

* World Day for Consecrated Life – Each year, on the Feast of the Presentation of the Lord in the Temple – also known as ‘Candlemas’ – the Church celebrates the World Day for Consecrated Life, offering a space to recognize the gift of consecrated life and the many ways it enriches the life and mission of the Church across the world. A celebration will take place in the Roman Catholic Diocese of Saskatoon with Mass at 12:15 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 2, at the Cathedral of the Holy Family, followed by a light lunch (Mass will also be live-streamed at https://saskatoonmass.com.). Please pray for all those who have made commitments in the consecrated life, and thank them on their special day. May they continue to be inspired by Jesus Christ and respond generously to God’s gift of their vocation. The blessing of the candles remind us and renew in each of us the vows of our baptism to be the light in the world.

St. John Paul II urged consecrated persons to ‘be true experts of communion and to practice the spirituality of communion” (Vita consecrata, n. 46). Pope Francis, drawing inspiration from St. Francis, founder and inspirer of so many institutes of consecrated life, broadens the perspective and invites us to be architects of universal brotherhood, custodians of the common home: of the earth and every creature…(Letter from CICSAL, 2021) In a radical and courageous way women and men who consecrate their lives entirely to Christ show to the world a glimpse of the life of heaven to come and the joy of the vision of God.

 

* Marian Movement of Priests Cenacle of Prayer  includes adoration, the rosary, benediction, hymns and various prayers, 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 5 at St. Michael Catholic Church, #18-33rd St. E., Saskatoon. For more information about the Cenacle events, please contact Edna at (306) 382-1680.

 

* Contemplative Mass with Fr. Kevin McGee will be held at 5 p.m. on First Friday, Feb. 6 at Saint Mary Catholic Church, 211 Avenue O South, Saskatoon. The rhythm of the Contemplative Mass is a gentle, steady flow, marked by 20 minutes of silence after Communion. It is designated to allow space for reflection and recognition of the intimate presence of Christ who comes to us through scripture and the Eucharist. Silence in this form of worship can feel uncomfortable or awkward, especially when experienced for the first time. We encourage you to relax and rest in the abiding presence of God.

 

* CWL Mid-Winter Zoom meeting – The Diocesan Catholic Women’s League will hold a Zoom  meeting from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, Feb. 7 with presentations about St. Mary’s Mission and Outreach and reports from diocesan CWL officers. All CWL members are invited to log-in to the Zoom meeting at 8:45 a.m. Feb. 7 (Meeting ID: 841 0834 9081, Passcode: 391961): https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84108349081?pwd=6wHvnPtkI8anKS27VnBxAL2odOQGIq.1 or for more information contact your local CWL council.

 

Returning to Spirit Advancing Reconciliation, will be held Feb. 23 to Feb. 27 at the Parktown Hotel in Saskatoon is intended for anyone who has previously taken a Returning to Spirit Roots of Reconciliation workshop at any time or location. Advancing Reconciliation empowers participants to build reconciliation on a community scale. Cost per participant is $150, which includes lunch and refreshments each day. Space is limited. For further details, contact Myron Rogal at (306) 659-5841 or mrogal@rcdos.ca or visit www.returningtospirit.org. To register click here: https://form.jotform.com/260144284920251.

 

Coldest Night of the Year is a fund-raising walk held Feb. 28 across the country to raise funds and awareness about hunger and homelessness, including in Saskatoon, where teams are walking in support of the Mustard Seed, a Christian non-profit organization that has been caring for individuals experiencing homelessness and poverty since 1984. Find out more about participating or supporting the  https://cnoy.org/location/saskatooneast. Register a team online at cnoy.org. Once registered, invite team members. You may even want to have multiple teams from your company or challenge your peers to do the same. Invite family and friends to donate to your walk in support of our cause. There are all kinds of tools and resources to make it easy. Call Krista-Dawn Kimsey at 780-940-8006 if you have any questions.

 

Development and Peace-Caritas Canada (DPCC) Share Lent Resources are now available on the website, including organizer guides, script for a short talk, announcements, and prayers. Order materials for your faith community (parish, school, chapel, etc.) at https://devp.org/en/order-form/.

 

* DPCC Solidarity Visitor: Padre Dario is a Comboni Missionary and Catholic priest from a Development and Peace-Caritas Canada partner in Brazil (Justica nos Trilhos) who will be visiting Saskatchewan from Feb. 17 to 23. Join in welcoming Padre Dario Bossi to Saskatoon on Tuesday, Feb. 17 with a meal at 5:30 p.m., followed by an hour-long presentation by Padre Dario starting at 7 pm at the Cathedral of the Holy Family (Bishop Klein Room), 123 Nelson Road, Saskatoon. Padre Dario has worked in Brazil for over 20 years and has accompanied many communities displaced by mining interests. This is also the Share Lent “Workshop” for 2026, where the campaign will be discussed. Join us in showing Padre Dario a warm Saskatchewan welcome in one of our coldest months! For more information, e-mail DPCC provincial animator Michael LeBlanc at mleblanc@devp.org. There will also be a provincial DPCC Zoom Workshop from 9:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. on Feb. 28; e-mail provincial DPCC animator Michael LeBlanc: mleblanc@devp.org to register.

 

Confirmation Retreats – The Evangelization and Catechesis Office in the Roman Catholic Diocese of Saskatoon is again partnering with FacetoFace Ministries to offer a number of Confirmation Retreats in different locations around the diocese for young people preparing to celebrate the Sacrament of Confirmation this year. Dates and locations for 2025 retreats held 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.:

  • Saturday, Feb. 28 at St. Peter Parish, Unity
  • Sunday, March 1 at Cathedral of the Holy Family, Saskatoon
  • Saturday, March 14 at St. Augustine Parish, Humboldt
  • Sunday, March 15 at St. Anne Parish, Saskatoon
  • Saturday, March 21 at Holy Spirit Parish, Saskatoon
  • Sunday, March 22 at St. Joseph Parish, Kindersley

REGISTRATION – Please go online to register for each confirmation candidate’s preferred date and/or location: https://rcdos.ca/confirmation-retreats/ or contact Marilyn Jackson at (306) 659-5836 or mjackson@rcdos.ca for more information. Cost is $20 each. (Evangelization and Catechesis is supported by gifts to the Bishop’s Annual Appeal.)

 

* Synod on Synodality: Implementing a SYNODAL WAY of Proclaiming Christ and God’s Kingdom Today – Synod Implementation in the Roman Catholic Diocese of Saskatoon was recently launched by Bishop Hagemoen.

“Creation itself speaks of unity and sharing, of diversity and of variously interconnected forms of life. Everything stems from and tends towards harmony, even while being devastated by evil. The ultimate meaning of  synodality is the witness that the Church is called to give to God, Father, Son and Holy Spirit, the harmony of love that pours Himself out, to give Himself to the world. We can live the communion that saves by walking in a synodal way, in the intertwining of our vocations, charisms and ministries, by going forth to meet everyone in order to bring the joy of the Gospel: communion with God, with the entire humanity and all of creation. In this way, thanks to this sharing, we have already begun to experience the banquet of life that God offers to all peoples.” – For a Synodal Church: Communion, Participation, Mission; Final Document #154

Find more information about the implementation phase of the Synod on Synodality at: https://rcdos.ca/syond.

 

Previous Announcements

 

* Reverence for Life – Bishop Mark Hagemoen of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Saskatoon each year declares the last Sunday of January as a day of prayer for Reverence for Life, coinciding with the anniversary of the Supreme Court’s Morgentaler decision which removed all legal limits to abortion in Canada. Bishop Hagemoen celebrates Mass on Reverence for Life Sunday, Jan. 25 at 9 a.m. at Cathedral of the Holy Family, 123 Nelson Roadd, Saskatoon – live-streamed at https://saskatoonmass.com. The bishop’s message for Reverence for Life Sunday is posted on the diocesan website at: https://rcdos.ca. Let us pray that life will be respected at every age and stage, from conception to natural death.

 

* Hope in Health Care is a group inviting health care professionals to explore the challenges and opportunities in living their vocations in a healthcare environment that includes practices such as medically-provided euthanasia (MAiD). The next event will be held 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 27 at the Catholic Pastoral Centre, 2nd Floor, Cathedral of the Holy Family, 123 Nelson Road, Saskatoon. For more information contact Jackie Saretsky, diocesan Coordinator of Hospital Chaplaincy at (306) 659- 5839 or e-mail hope@chassk.ca. (Hospital Chaplaincy is supported by gifts to the Bishop’s Annual Appeal).

 

* Awaken 2026 – “The Art of Listening” – Join the diocesan Adult Faith Formation program as we delve into the profound impact that deep and intentional listening can have on our lives and relationships. Over the course of four enlightening sessions, explore the foundational elements of listening, and listening in the context of our relationship with the Lord. The Awaken adult faith sessions will be held at 7 p.m. on four Tuesdays at the Catholic Pastoral Centre, 2nd floor of the Cathedral of the Holy Family, 123 Nelson Road in Saskatoon:

  • Jan. 27 – “Introduction to the Art of Listening” with Marilyn Jackson;
  • Feb. 3 – “The Four Levels of Listening” with Sr. Marta Piano;
  • Feb. 10 – “Listening to God in Scripture and Adoration” with Fr. Daniel Yasinski
  • Feb. 17 – “Pathway to becoming a Missionary Synodal Church” with Fr. Joseph Salihu.

Register online at: https://form.jotform.com/SaskatoonDiocese/awakenwinter2026  or for more information contact diocesan Adult Faith coordinator Astrid Alas at amalas@rcdos.ca or (306) 659-5858. (Adult faith formation programs are supported by gifts to the Bishop’s Annual Appeal).

 

* Prison ministry – Volunteers are needed to assist with prayer and outreach at the Saskatoon Correctional Centre on Tuesday evenings. Training and support will be provided. Please contact Dianne Anderson at the diocesan Office of Restorative Ministry for more information about this opportunity to share the love of God with those in prison. Email: danderson@rcdos.ca or call (306) 659-5845. “…I was in prison and you visited Me.” – Matthew 25:36

 

* Visit the Shrines of France Sept. 29 to Oct. 9, 2026: Let your spirit wander and your faith awaken as you embark on a sacred pilgrimage through France, guided by Monsignor Maurice Fiolleau of the Diocese of Prince Albert and Collette Vacations.  Over the eleven grace-filled days, pilgrim travellers will journey through the heart of Catholic heritage – Paris, Lisieux, Chartres, Nevers, Paray-le-Monial, Lyon, Ars, La Salette, Avignon, Carcassonne and Lourdes, flying home from Toulouse.  Each place offers its own story of miracles, devotion and timeless beauty. This pilgrimage is more than travel; it is an invitation to renewal, reflection and a deeper encounter with the Divine, woven into the landscapes of France. To learn more and feel the spirit of the journey, join a special travel presentation at 7 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 29 at St. Philip Neri Parish, 1902 Munroe Avenue South, Saskatoon (corner of Monroe Avenue and Taylor Street East).

 

* How has the Holy Spirit gifted you? Called and Gifted individual discernment of God’s gifts will be held in the Humboldt deanery for parishioners from throughout the region Jan. 30 and 31, at St. Augustine Catholic Church, 809-10th Street, Humboldt, SK. Held 7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Friday, Jan. 30 and 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. https://form.jotform.com/252387155142254.  Cost is $70, which includes lunch and refreshments. For more information, please contact Myrna Britz at (306) 231-9337 or mbritz@rcdos.ca or Sr. Malou Tibayan of the Verbum Dei Missionary Fraternity at the Catholic Pastoral Centre, at (306) 659-5843 or mtibayan@rcdos.ca. Deadline to register is Jan. 28.

 

Lectio Divina – A monthly Bible prayer session on the Sunday readings will be held on the fourth Saturday of the month Jan. 31 at 1 p.m. at St Paul Co-Cathedral, 720 Spadina Crescent, Saskatoon. Bring your Bible or Bible app or Living With Christ. For more information, please contact Sr. Marlene, MACE, at: srmarlene@sasktel.net.

 

* Needs of the Canadian Church – A special collection in support of the ongoing work and outreach of Canada’s Catholic bishops will be held Sunday, Feb. 1 in parishes across the Roman Catholic Diocese of Saskatoon. Faced with a range of challenges and needs, the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops (CCCB) respond on many fronts in their ministry of leading, shepherding, teaching, guiding, sanctifying and caring for the Church in Canada. Your gift supports the involvement of our Canadian Catholic bishops in a wide range of national and international areas of pastoral activity, such as:

  • Social justice
  • Ecumenical and interfaith relations
  • Collaboration with Indigenous Peoples
  • Life and family issues
  • Liturgy
  • Catechesis
  • Doctrine
  • Communications
  • Relations with Catholic associations and movements.

For more information about how Canadian Catholic bishops are serving the Canadian Church, visit www.cccb.ca or follow CCCB on social media: https://twitter.com/CCCB_CECC. To make a gift, use the designated envelope for the Needs of the Canadian Church Sunday, Feb. 1, or request a special pledge form from your parish to make a gift by credit card or direct debit. Or give online at: https://dscf.ca/special-collections-2/ (select “Special Collection for Needs of the Church” in the drop-down box).

 

The African-Canadian Catholic Community invites everyone to celebrate a monthly Mass on the first Sunday of each month, with the next Mass 2 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 1 at St. Michael Catholic Church, #18-33rd St. E., with Mass in English and liturgical music sung in many African languages with traditional drums. All are welcome.

 

National Catholic Health Care Week Feb. 1-7 and Compassionate Healers’ Mass – Bishop Mark Hagemoen will celebrate an annual Compassionate Healers’ Mass at 9 a.m. Sunday, Feb 8 at the Cathedral of the Holy Family, 123 Nelson Road, Saskatoon. The Mass will also be live-streamed to pray live or later at https://saskatoonmass.com .The Compassionate Healers’ Mass provides an opportunity to pray for all those involved in every level of health care in any setting – including medical professionals, caregivers, administrators, support staff, volunteers, spiritual care providers, parishioners, and family members. Everyone is welcome. The Compassionate Healters’ Mass is celebrated following National Catholic Health Care Week (Feb. 1-7) and ahead of the World Day of the Sick, marked in the Church on the Feast of Our Lady of Lourdes, Feb. 11. (For more information and resources about Catholic health care in our province, visit the Catholic Health Association of Saskatchewan website: https://chassk.ca/).

 

* Why are some people homeless? Talking to children and youth about hard things will be presented in a panel discussion from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 11 at St. Philip Neri Parish, 1902 Munroe Ave., Saskatoon. All ages are welcome. Learn more about how to engage young people in the conversation about homelessness, and how you can create space in your family, school, parish, and community to encourage a holy curiosity leading to service and justice.

 

Catechist Connection is a one-hour digital gathering designed to build community and foster connections among catechists throughout the diocese. Each monthly session includes a brief teaching on a relevant topic to enhance the ministry of catechist, followed by open discussion, and the sharing of best practices. There are two times to choose from: noon to 1 p.m. or 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. on the following dates: Feb. 19, March 17, April 23, May 13, and June 11. For more information, contact diocesan Rural Catechetics Coordinator Quin Kleiboer at (306) 659-5857 or qkleiboer@rcdos.ca. (Rural Catechetics supported by gifts to the BAA).

 

Human Trafficking Awareness – In anticipation of Human Trafficking Awareness Day, which is marked both locally and provincially each year on Feb. 22, a “Shine the Light – See the Stories, not the Statistics” event will be held on Friday, Feb. 20, initiated by the Catholic Women’s League at Saint Anne Parish in Saskatoon. The Human Trafficking Awareness event begins at Saskatoon City Hall civic square with a flag raising at 11:15 am Jan. 20, followed by a silent walk to the Parktown Hotel, with lunch there from noon to 1 pm., followed by a panel discussion from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. hosted by Stephen Moorgen. For more information, email: cwlhta@gmail.com.

 

* Search Retreat 2025 – The next Search live-in weekend retreat for students in Grades 10-12 presented by the Roman Catholic Diocese of Saskatoon, will be held Feb. 20-22 at E.D. Feehan Catholic School in Saskatoon. Small groups, music, activities, prayer time, and talks given by other young people are just a few of the things that make the retreat great. Attending Search is a powerful way to deepen a close, personal relationship with God, make friends and forge lasting memories. Cost for the entire weekend including food and accommodations is $100 (if cost is an issue, financial assistance may be available.) Registration deadline is Feb. 14. For more information and/or online registration, please see: https://saskatoonsearch.ca/. If you have questions, please contact diocesan Evangelization and Mission Leader John Hickey at jhickey@rcdos.ca.  (Youth ministry is supported by the Bishop’s Annual Appeal.)

 

* Knights of Columbus “In Support of Life” Gala Fundraiser will be held Saturday, Feb. 28, at the Cathedral of the Holy Family, 123 Nelson Road, Saskatoon, with cocktails at 5:30 p.m. snd supper at 6:30 p.m.; includes a silent auction. For tickets contact Merv at (306) 961-2473.

 

Men’s Spiritual Enrichment Weekend “Walking in the Footsteps of Faith” will be held March 6 and 7 at St. Vital Catholic Church, 11-18th Street East, Battleford, SK, with guest speaker Bishop Michael Smolinski of the Ukrainian Catholic Eparchy of Saskatoon. Schedule: Friday, March 6: 6 pm registration; 7 pm Mass; 8:30 pm wine and cheese fellowship; Saturday, March 7: 8:45 a.m. session, noon lunch, 1 p.m. session, 5 p.m. Mass. To register, please see the poster QR code on the Saskatchewan Knights of Columbus website at https://kofcsask.com/ or  register online at: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfW77FoYzlw7_ox9sJSjo41jK1ZfvNZazwm_j6qaX3OM92oZQ/viewform. Fee is $50, please bring to the event, making cheques payable to K of C North Battleford 2094. For more information, contact Fr. Bernabe Millan Sajonas at: millansajonas@padiocese.ca.

 

* Kindergarten Registration for Greater Saskatoon Catholic Schools is now open: Catholic elementary schools in Saskatoon, Humboldt, Biggar, Martensville and Warman are now holding in-person open houses or information sessions. Hands-on learning will give each child the foundation they need to learn math concepts, build their language skills, develop a love of reading and writing, and grow in their love of God and neighbour. You can also learn more about language options (French immersion, Ukrainian bilingual, Cree bilingual, Michif) and the school division’s fine arts school. Children must be five years old on or before Dec. 31, 2026 to start school in September 2026. To learn more or to find a Catholic school near you, please visit https://www.gscs.ca/kindergarten.

 

* From Mourning to Dawn is a diocesan grief support program for widows and widowers. It is an eight-week journey of transformation and healing, offering support and encouragement for bereaved spouses, led by those who have also experienced this loss. It is open to participants who have been widows/ widowers from between two months to two years.  From Mourning to Dawn will again be offered in the diocese in the end of March/beginning of April.  Two sessions will be offered, one held at the Catholic Pastoral Centre, at the Cathedral of the Holy Family, 123 Nelson Road, Saskatoon and the second at St. Anne’s Parish, 217 Lenore Drive, Saskatoon. (The day and time of the sessions will be arranged jointly by facilitators and participants.) Cost: $35. To register or for more information, please contact Dianna Knaus at dknaus@sasktel.net or (306) 382-0535.

 

Seeking a Volunteer Treasurer for CAPC Board  – Canadian Aid to Persecuted Christians (CAPC), is looking for a treasurer to sit on the CAPC volunteer board. The board treasurer is responsible for keeping accounts, updating records and reporting to the Board. The position includes attending monthly meetings (via Zoom), issuing tax receipts, writing acknowledgment letters, keeping expenses ledger up to date, and recording incoming and outgoing funds. For more information, please visit the website: https://capc.life/ or contact Nadeem Bhatti at (306) 717-7725 or nadeem@capc.life.

 

* Impact Report – A 2025 diocesan Impact Report providing an overview of ministries, programs, and annual finances in the Roman Catholic Diocese of Saskatoon is available online at: https://rcdos.ca/annual-report/

 

* IPL begins online in April: The Indigenous Pastoral and Lay Leader Ministry Education Program (IPL) next online course is “Indigenous Settler Relationship” which begins April 14. The course will be held Tuesdays 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. SCHEDULE:

No prerequisite is required for any of the courses. Each course is 18 hours, including an out-of-class time commitment to additional reading and course work. Find a video overview and participant reflections at rcdos.ca/indigenous-ministry-education or for more information, contact programs@rcdos.ca or call (306) 659-5844.

 

The Pope’s Worldwide Prayer Network is a worldwide prayer network responding to the challenges that confront humanity and the Church’s mission as expressed in Pope Leo’s monthly intentions. In praying with these intentions, we extend our gaze onto the whole world and enter personally into the joys and hopes, the pains and sufferings of our sisters and brothers everywhere. Visit  https://www.popesprayer.va/praywiththepope/

 

* Hospital Volunteer Opportunity: St. Paul’s Hospital in Saskatoon is seeking volunteers to help nurture a welcoming experience by assisting patients, families, and visitors in navigating the hospital and understanding parking procedures.  Responsibilities include initiating contact with members of the public, including at-risk individuals, helping to navigate the building and pointing out resources.  In-depth orientation and on-going support will be provided. If you are curious, please contact volunteers@saskhealthauthority.ca for more information.

Thank you: The Christmas Hamper Committee at St. Mary’s Parish Saskatoon, extends profound thanks all those who volunteered, donated, and supported the Christmas hamper ministry at St. Mary Parish this year, which provided 355 hampers to those in the parish area who needed help during the Christmas season. Thanks to all the many, many volunteers who took registrations, packed the hamper boxes, and delivered the hampers. A special thank you to all the parishes, schools, and organizations throughout the diocese who continually assist in giving time and donations to the hamper program.

 

The Shrine of the Venerable Nun Martyrs Olympia and Laurentia located in the Ukrainian Catholic Eparchy of Saskatoon (across the street from the eparchial office on Avenue M South) will be open every Friday at 6:30 p.m. for a Moleben service to pray for Ukraine and for all personal petitions. Everyone is welcome.

 

The CWL Clothing Depot in Saskatoon is in need of warm winter clothing (coats, scarves, toques, mitts, socks, boots, etc.) in good condition. The Clothing Depot non-profit second-hand store in the city’s core neighbourhood also continues to be in need of donations of kitchenware – pots and pans, cutlery, small kitchen appliances, food containers, etc., as well as bedding, blankets, towels, etc. Please visit or call the CWL Clothing Depot, at (306) 242-5042, 619-20th Street West, for a more extensive list. Shopping hours are Monday to Friday 12:30 pm to 3:00 pm and Saturday 9:30 am to 12:30 pm.  Donation drop-off times are Monday to Friday from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm at 619-20th Street West, Saskatoon. Please ring the doorbell when delivering donated items in back alley. Thank you for your generosity and support throughout the years. New volunteers are also always welcome to help out at the Depot – call for more information (306) 242-5042.

 

Food Pantry Appeal — The emergency food pantry at Our Lady of Guadalupe Parish is appealing for donations to assist some of the most vulnerable in our community. Donations of food staples are greatly needed, including powdered milk, peanut butter (small sizes), coffee, tea, canned beans, meat and fish, canned soups and vegetables, pasta sauce, pasta, rice, and ramen noodles. Monetary donations permit the parish to purchase exactly what is needed. Contact Our Lady of Guadalupe Parish at (306) 653-4945; the parish office is located at 426 Avenue J South, Saskatoon.

 

Development and Peace- Caritas Canada Fall Action Campaign: Turn Debt into Hope! In this Jubilee Year, we are called to act for the cancellation of the unjust and unpayable debts of the Global South. Let’s put people and the planet first by calling on creditors and political leaders to take action to end the debt crisis affecting dozens of impoverished countries. Find more information or sign the petition at devp.org/debt. To learn more, visit devp.org/campaign.

 

Scam Alert – Fraudulent messages continue to circulate via e-mail, as well as via text and message apps, allegedly coming from our priests, bishop, or others in the Catholic community, asking for money, gift cards, or other gifts. DISREGARD all such messages! Do NOT reply or engage with the individuals sending these messages. Do NOT send gift cards, money, or cash transfers if requested to do so over e-mail or via text message.

 

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