Announcements for Sunday, Oct. 5, 2025 – 27th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Diocesan Bulletin 2-page insert - PDF

Diocesan prayer –  We pray as a diocesan family for the diocesan ministries of Evangelization and Catechesis and Youth Ministry: may this work supported by the Bishop’s Annual Appeal continue to inspire and inform missionary disciples across our diocese.

 

EARTHCARE Connections (Prayer intentions from Farmland Legacies)

  1. May the vision of healthy earth, air and water continue to inspire us to attain that reality. We pray to the Lord.
  2. Help us hold to wise teachings on care for creation. We pray to the Lord.

 

New Announcements:

 

* World Day of Migrants and Refugees – On Sunday, Oct. 5, 2025, our universal Catholic Church honours families and individuals who are seeking safety among us. Jesus says: “I was a stranger and you welcomed me” (Mt 25:35). To live this call: pray for migrants and refugees, greet a newcomer at Mass, donate items for the “Welcome Kit Drive” by the diocesan Migration Office at the Catholic Pastoral Centre in Saskatoon (such as personal hygiene items, towels, detergent, soap, all-purpose cleaner, notebooks, pens, transit cards, grocery or pharmacy cards) , or sign up to volunteer/sponsor. For more information contact the diocesan Office of Migration at migration@rcdos.ca — may our diocese reflect Christ’s hospitality in word and deed.

The World Day of Migrants and Refugees – Message from Pope Leo XIV is posted at: https://www.vatican.va/content/leo-xiv/en/messages/migration/documents/20250725-world-migrants-day-2025.html

(The work of the Migration Office in the Roman Catholic Diocese of Saskatoon is supported by gifts to the Bishop’s Annual Appeal: https://dscf.ca/baa).

 

* Theology on Tap: For Young Adults 19 to 35 – Celebrate the Jubilee, and the beginning of a new month with Theology on Tap. The next session will feature STM Just Youth Leader, Newman Exec member and Western Canadian Development and Peace Youth Ambassador Samuel Medernach. Sam will be talking about his role with Development and Peace and this year’s Jubilee campaign – what does Justice have to do with Jubilee? Come find out! Join us at Louis’ 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 7. All are welcome! Theology on Tap can be found on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/saskatoonTonT. Questions? Feel free to e-mail Michael in STM Campus Ministry at mmaclean@stmcollege.ca .

 

* Women’s Discernment Night – Encounters with Jesus in the Gospel will be held on the second Thursday of each month, from 7-9 p.m. at Our Lady of Lourdes Parish, 1224-12th Street East, Saskatoon Sk. with the next event on Thursday, Oct. 9. Open to all young women, the evening includes gospel reflections, discernment questions, adoration time, sharing and community. This is a monthly drop-in gathering for young women from different walks of life who want to stop and reflect on their journey with the Lord together. No registration required.

 

* A Vocation Discernment Night for Men will be held at 7 p.m. Friday, Oct 10 at the Sts. Benedict and Scholastica residence, 1136 Temperance Street, Saskatoon. The topic will be religious life and the Dominican order with guest speaker Fr. David Bellusci, OP. Contact Chris Ruest by Oct. 8 if interested in attending: c.ruest24@gmail.com.

 

Priest Discernment Nights are held at 7 p.m. on the third Thursday of each month at Our Lady of Lourdes Parish, 1224-12th Street East, Saskatoon, with the next meeting on Thursday, Oct. 16. This evening is for any man who is open to the call of the priesthood or simply interested in learning more about the priestly vocation. If you would like to attend, please RSVP to Fr. Dan Yasinski by e-mailing dyasinski@rcdos.ca

“Call to me and I will answer you and tell you great and unsearchable things you do not know.” – Jeremiah 33:3

 

* Eucharistic Miracle Exhibit, Designed and Created by St. Carlo Acutis will be presented from 7 p.m. to 9:30 pm on Tuesday, Oct. 21 at the Cathedral of the Holy Family, 123 Nelson Road, Saskatoon (corner of Attridge Drive and Forestry Farm Parm Drive). The schedule includes: 7 p.m. presentation and guest speakers, 7:45 p.m. musical Eucharistic Adoration, 8 p.m. viewing exhibit with wine and cheese. This event is presented by the St. Joseph High School Community Council and the Cathedral of the Holy Family to highlight the devotion of the recently canonized young “millennial saint,” St. Carlo Acutis (1991-2006).

 

Lectio Divina: Bible prayer session on the Sunday readings 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 25 at St Paul Co-Cathedral, 720 Spadina Cres., Saskatoon. Bring your Bible or Bible app or Living With Christ. For more information contact Sr. Marlene, MACE, at: srmarlene@sasktel.net.

 

* St. Patrick Fall Supper will be held Sunday, Oct. 26 at the parish centre, 3339 Centennial Drive, Saskatoon, doors open at 4:30 p.m. with supper at 5 p.m. Tickets are $25 each for all those over 13 years of age; $15 for those 6 to 12 years; and free for those 5 years and under (however, ticket is required.) Tickets are available at the parish office at (306) 384-1100 and after each weekend Mass at St. Patrick Church, or contact Abel at (306) 717-3135 or Stephan at (306) 227-2956.

 

MACKLIN, SK Workshop- What gifts has the Holy Spirit given you to build up the Kingdom of God? The Called & Gifted Discernment Process was developed by the Catherine of Siena Institute, designed to help Christians discern the presence of charisms in their lives. Charisms, or spiritual gifts, are special abilities given to all Christians by the Holy Spirit to give them power both to represent Christ and to be a channel of God’s goodness for people. Whether extraordinary or ordinary, all charisms ought to be exercised in the service of God (Catechism of the Catholic Church  #2003). Step One of the Called and Gifted discernment process will be offered from 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 1 at St. Mary Parish, 4805 Express Avenue, Macklin, SK. Register online at: https://form.jotform.com/252308355162251.

More information can be found on the diocesan website at: rcdos.ca/called-and-gifted/  or contact Sr. Malou Tibayan at mtibayan@rcdos.ca or (306) 659-5843. (Called and Gifted is supported by gifts to the Bishop’s Annual Appeal: https://dscf.ca/baa)

(NOTE: Step One of Called and Gifted will also be offered at at St. Augustine Parish in Humboldt Friday, Jan. 30 and Saturday, Jan. 31: https://form.jotform.com/252387155142254.)

 

* Bishop’s Annual Appeal 2025 – Parishes across the Roman Catholic Diocese of Saskatoon have launched the Bishop’s Annual Appeal starting the weekend of Sept. 27-28, encouraging parishioners to support a range of vital ministries and programs in the diocese and beyond. This year’s theme is “Pilgrims of Hope – Rooted in Prayer and Mission.” Find this year’s video, information, and/or online giving on the website: https://dscf.ca/baa/.

Featured Ministry – BAA Update

Evangelization and Catechesis and Youth Ministry are nurturing missionary disciples of Jesus Christ, thanks to your gifts to the Bishop’s Annual Appeal.

Cultivating a new generation of faithful Catholics, the work of these diocesan ministries is transformative, reaching hundreds of lives through faith formation, leadership training, spiritual retreats and pastoral care.

Evangelization and Catechesis highlights from this past year:

  • 318 Students encountered Christ through Confirmation Retreats;
  • 40 Candidates and 32 Catechumens participated in the Rite of Election, as a step on their journey toward full communion with the Church.
  • 250-plus leaders and ministers were enriched through Fall and Spring Congress addressing catechesis, evangelization, and liturgical beauty.
  • 172 lay ministers received liturgical and spiritual training to serve as Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion, throughout the diocese.

Youth Ministry spiritual impact this year:

  • Project Timothy mentored 25 young adults through a year-long leadership and faith formation journey, culminating in retreats and deepened spirituality.
  • Search Retreats empowered 80+ high school students to discover Jesus in a personal and communal way. The next live-in weekend Search Retreat for Grades 10-12 will be held Nov. 7-9 in Saskatoon
  • Conquest & Challenge Clubs fostered weekly virtue-based formation for children ages 8–15, led by over 20 teen mentors.
  • A diocesan Jubilee Pilgrimage to Rome brought 29 young adults on a 10-day journey of hope and spiritual awakening culminating in an audience with Pope Leo.

Behind every retreat, training, and gathering is your generosity. The Bishop’s Annual Appeal makes these ministries possible ensuring that faith continues to flourish in our families, our parishes, and in our own hearts.

How to give: online at: https://dscf.ca/baa or through your local parish, or contact the Bishop’s Annual Appeal at the Diocese of Saskatoon Catholic Foundation, 123 Nelson Road, Saskatoon, SK, S7S 1H1; admin@dscf.ca or call (306) 659-5851.

 

Movie Forum – The full-length 2003 film “Mother Teresa” starring Olivia Hussey will be shown Wednesday, Oct. 29 as a Feminine Genius follow-up event, with two times to choose from: 1:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. or 5:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at the Catholic Pastoral Centre, 2nd Floor, Cathedral of the Holy Family, 123 Nelson Road, Saskatoon. Presented with permission, by free-will donation; includes drink and popcorn; everyone is welcome! Because space is limited, those attending must pre-register; find the form online at: https://form.jotform.com/251257791562261 or contact Sr. Malou Tibayan at mtibayan@rcdos.ca or (306) 659-5843. (Adult Faith is supported by gifts to the Bishop’s Annual Appeal: https://dscf.ca/baa).

 

Pancake breakfast by Knights of Columbus Council 9538 will be held at St. Mary Parish Hall, 211 Avenue O South, Saskatoon on Sunday, Oct. 12 at 11:00 a.m. (after 10:00 a.m. Mass). Everyone is welcome.

 

Explore the Call for Young Adults is a one-day retreat 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 10, that will give young adults the opportunity to connect with Jesus and to come to know The Sisters of the Presentation of Mary, their foundress, Saint Marie Rivier, and their charism. Includes prayer, sharing, Mass and lunch together. Cost is by free-will offering. Registration deadline is Oct. 15, at: https://presentationofmary.ca/events or send any questions to: info@presentationofmary.ca.

 

Previous Announcements

 

* Life Chain is a peaceful and prayerful pro-life witness held annually. This year, Life Chain will be held in 350 communities across Canada including from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 5 at:

  • Unity, SK – Highway 21 at 1st Avenue East
  • Humboldt, SK – Civic Park at corner of Hwy 5 and Main Street
  • Saskatoon, SK – Idylwyld Drive and 22nd Street

For more information see: campaignlifecoalition.com/life-chain.

 

* 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: Oct. 8, Nov. 5, Dec. 10, Jan. 14, Feb. 12, March 18, 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.

The Catechist Connections Google online meet link is: https://meet.google.com/rhi-fqph-axi

(Rural Catechetics supported by gifts to the Bishop’s Annual Appeal: https://dscf.ca/baa)

 

* “I Believe” Diocesan Adult Faith series about the Creed: Delve into the foundational beliefs of our Catholic faith during sessions at the Catholic Pastoral Centre, second floor of the Cathedral of the Holy Family, 123 Nelson Road, Saskatoon held at 7 p.m. on the four Tuesdays of October; cost is $40 for the four sessions. Series schedule:

  • Oct. 7 – “The Father Almighty” with Fr. Joe-Nelo Penino;
  • Oct. 14 – “Eternally Begotten” with Fr. Gerard Cooper;
  • Oct. 21 – “Holy Spirit Giver of Life” with Sr. Malou Tibayan;
  • Oct. 28 – “Life Everlasting” with Sr. Sol Abala.

Register online at: https://form.jotform.com/SaskatoonDiocese/awakenfall2025 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: https://dscf.ca/baa).

 

 

* Diocesan FALL CONGRESS 2025  – https://rcdos.ca/congress-2025/

“The Peace of the Risen Christ beckons us to be missionary disciples.” – Pope Leo XIV

The 2025 Fall Congress Series includes three sessions in October that are open to everyone:

  1. Congress Day – Keynote speaker from “Faith Room” – 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 9, 2025 at the Cathedral of the Holy Family, 123 Nelson Road, Saskatoon, with Keynote Speaker Jean-Paul de Fleuriot of Faith Room. Cost $25 (includes lunch); register online at: https://form.jotform.com/251905083819260.
  2. Congress Music Ministry Workshop “The Heart of Worship” – 7:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 10, 2025 at Saint Anne Catholic Church, 217 Lenore Drive, Saskatoon, with Cameron Turner and Jean-Paul de Fleuriot. Free-will offering (refreshments will be served). – https://form.jotform.com/251905397916266.
  3. Congress Day Introduction to Intentional Accompaniment “Activating Leaders to the Ends of the Earth – 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 16, 2025 at the Cathedral of the Holy Family, 123 Nelson Road, Saskatoon, presented by Catholic Christian Outreach. Cost $25 (includes lunch) – https://form.jotform.com/251905619346260.

(Evangelization and Catechesis / Adult Faith are supported by gifts to the Bishop’s Annual Appeal: https://dscf.ca/baa)

 

* One Million Children Praying the Rosary – Aid to the Church in Need is calling for prayers on the Feast of Our Lady of the Rosary Tuesday, October 7, “for peace and unity in a world wounded by division, conflict, and suffering.” In Canada, a 10-year-old ambassador is inviting all children to take part. The Canadian national office of ACN invites parishes, pastoral and catechetical groups, small Christian communities, Catholic schools, and all those who wish to take part in the event to visit the webpage https://acn-canada.org/one-million-children/ to find materials for prayer, promotion, and much more, including an opportunity to register participation on the international event page.

 

* Devotion to the Holy Face of Jesus is held at 7:45 p.m. on the first Tuesday of the month at St. Paul Co-Cathedral, 720 Spadina Crescent East, Saskatoon, including on Tuesday, Oct. 7, includes Chaplet of the Holy Face, and prayers of reparation, followed by a time of personal meditation.

 

The Rescue Project will explore tough faith questions from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Wednesdays at St. Augustine Parish, 809 -10th Street, Humboldt, SK, from Oct. 8 to Nov. 19. Cost is $50/adult or $25/high school student, deadline to register is Oct. 1; call the parish office at (306) 682-2106.

 

* STM Lecture – “Abraham, The Migrant: Search for Belonging” will be presented by Fr. Sami Helewa, SJ, at 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 9 at the Fr. O’Donnell Auditorium at St. Thomas More College (STM), 1437 College Drive, Saskatoon. Abraham’s role as “father of many nations” made him a frequent migrant. This lecture addresses the spiritual complexity of migration in the making of a leader. Fr. Helewa is Associate Professor of Religious Studies and past President of Campion College in Regina. The Oct. 9 lecture is organized through the Leslie and Irene Dubé Chair for Catholic Studies at STM. Everyone is welcome.

 

 

* Care for Creation:  Bishop Mark Hagemoen will use new Mass prayers for the care of creation at a celebration of the Eucharist at 9 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 12 on the Thanksgiving Weekend at Cathedral of the Holy Family in Saskatoon (this Mass will also be live-streamed: https://saskatoonmass.com ) The Vatican announced this year that a new formulary of prayers and biblical readings for a Mass of care of creation were added to the Roman Missal – Pope Leo used the new prayers at a celebration of the Eucharist in July. (Ecumenism and Justice and Peace is supported by gifts to the Bishop’s Annual Appeal: https://dscf.ca/baa)

 

Rosary Coast to Cost – October 13, 1917 was the date of the last apparition of Our Lady at Fatima. On that day, all are invited to join in praying the Rosary Coast to Coast, a global prayer assembly for our country and our world. The Rosary Coast to Coast will be livestreamed Thanksgiving Day Monday, Oct. 13 at 6 p.m. Saskatchewan time; .Zoom log in: Meeting ID: 488 053 1654 Password: Jesus.

 

* Ecumenical Lunch and Learn Series – Starting in October, a series of Lunch and Learn sessions organized by the Prairie Centre for Ecumenism will be held monthly at St. Martin’s United Church, 2617 Clarence Avenue South, Saskatoon, throughout the coming year. All are welcome to come and learn more about the various ecumenical ministries and initiatives in our community.  The first two Lunch and Learn gatherings will be held this fall from 12:00 noon to 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 15 (featuring Grow Hope Saskatchewan) and Wednesday, Nov. 19 (featuring L’Arche Saskatoon). Lunch provided (free-will offering), but please RSVP to assist in lunch planning by e-mail to admin@pcecumenism.ca or call (306) 653-1633. (Ecumenism is supported by gifts to the Bishop’s Annual Appeal: https://dscf.ca/baa)

 

Priest Discernment Nights will be held at 7 p.m. on the third Thursday of each month at Our Lady of Lourdes Parish, 1224-12th Street East, Saskatoon, with the next meeting on Thursday, Oct, 16. This evening is for any man who is open to the call of the priesthood or simply interested in learning more about the priestly vocation. If you would like to attend, please RSVP to Fr. Dan Yasinski by e-mailing dyasinski@rcdos.ca.

“Call to me and I will answer you and tell you great and unsearchable things you do not know.” – Jeremiah 33:3

(Vocations and the education of future priests is supported by gifts to the Bishop’s Annual Appeal: https://dscf.ca/baa).

 

“The Miracle of the 5000 & the Strength of Rwanda” – Come find out about how a small group of Saskatchewan farmers and donors have helped feed over 800 million people in 8 years through Grow Hope SK.  With fresh memories of the first Grow Hope learning tour in Rwanda, Myron Rogal will share stories of hope, resilience, and beauty. Held on Thursday, Oct. 16 from 6:30-7:30 p.m. at the Catholic Pastoral Centre (2nd Floor, Cathedral of the Holy Family, 123 Nelson Road, Saskatoon), this evening will offer an opportunity to grow in solidarity and recognize the gifts that our neighbours — near or far — bring to us. To register for this free event, go to: https://form.jotform.com/252125719376259. For more information, contact Myron Rogal at mrogal@rcdos.ca or 306.659.5841 or visit www.growhopesk.ca. (Justice and Peace and Ecumenism are supported by gifts to the Bishop’s Annual Appeal: https://dscf.ca/baa).

 

* Pray with the Word of God – The Verbum Dei Missionaries are inviting all young-adults for a time of prayer with the Word of God and faith-sharing, from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. every other Saturday at 1132 Temperance Street, Saskatoon. Upcoming dates are: Oct 18, Nov. 1, Nov. 15, Nov. 29 and Dec. 13. To RSVP or for more information, please contact: Sr. Mirasol Abala at  mabala@rcdos.ca or Sr. Marta Piano at mpiano@rcdos.ca. (Evangelization and Catechesis, Youth Ministry and Adult Faith are supported by gifts to the Bishop’s Annual Appeal: https://dscf.ca/baa)

 

* Martensville Fall Supper – Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish, 300-8th Avenue South, Martensville, SK, will hold a fall supper Sunday, Oct. 19 with two sittings, 4:30 p.m. and 6:15 p.m., featuring turkey, dressing, mashed potatoes, gravy cranberries, turnips, assorted salads, pie, cupcakes; wine available for $5. Tickets: adults (18+) $25; youth 6-17 years $10; children 5 and under: free; or family (two adults and all children under 13) $60, additional children 13-17 years $10. For tickets call Courtney at (306) 891-6146 or Agnes at (306) 229-1507 and leave a message.

 

* Catholic Health Association of Saskatchewan (CHAS) Convention – “Pilgrims of Hope: Nurturing Life, Healing the Wounded” will be held Oct. 23 and 24 at Resurrection Parish, 3155, Windsor Park Road, Regina. All are welcome. Register at https://chassk.ca/annual-convention-2025-2/. Keynotes include:

  • “A Place for Everyone: How Pope Francis Ignited the Church’s Mission to Serve People Over Ideas” – Sebastian Gomes
  • “I’ve Fallen and I Can Get Up: The Journey Into our Selves as we Age” – Nancy K. Phillips
  • “Neighbours and Strangers: Re-Imaging ‘Mission’ in Pursuit of Wholistic Communities of Health & Healing” Jon Gilchrist
  • “Catholic Mental Health Awareness and Accompaniment” – Mike Carotta
  • “Wellsprings of Hope: Practical Foundations for Transformative Hospitality that Heals the Wounded” – Christopher Hrynkow

A panel presentation on “Catholic Healthcare: A Mission of Service to the Community and the Vulnerable” moderated by Bishop Stephen Hero features: Candace Kopec, Corey Miller, and Carrie Dornstauder

 

Returning to Spirit – Advancing Reconciliation – This “Returning to Spirit” four-day program Nov. 7-10 is intended for anyone who has previously taken a Returning to Spirit Roots of Reconciliation Workshop at any time or location. Cost per participant is $120, which includes lunch and refreshments each day. For further details, contact Myron Rogal at 306.659.5841 or mrogal@rcdos.ca. To register, go to https://form.jotform.com/252118860263253. (Justice and Peace is supported by gifts to the Bishop’s Annual Appeal: https://dscf.ca/baa).

 

Celebrating 55 Years: Holy Spirit CWL Anniversary Social – Join us for an afternoon of celebration and fellowship as Holy Spirit CWL marks its 55th anniversary from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 8 at Holy Spirit Parish Hall, 114 Kingsmere Place, Saskatoon. All current and former members are invited to this come-and-go event; no registration necessary. Join us for light refreshments and entertainment as we celebrate 55 years of the Catholic Women’s League at Holy Spirit Parish.

 

 

* Blankets needed – The Mission and Outreach Ministry established at St. Mary Parish in Saskatoon is seeking donations of blankets, quilts, comforters and sleeping bags, new or gently used. “As the nights get chilly, many are left sleeping on the streets—alone, exposed, and often ignored. But in each of them, we see the face of Christ,” says ministry coordinator Jennifer Nunes. “Jesus doesn’t always come dressed in robes. Sometimes, He’s sitting quietly on the church steps, wounded and weary, waiting for someone to notice. Let’s be that someone.” To arrange a drop-off of donations at the parish office, please e-mail Jennifer at: jnunes@rcdos.ca or visit the website at https://www.stmarysoutreach.com for information about the ministry, and other urgent needs.

 

* 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 Ave. J S., Saskatoon.

 

* Tourtières for Sale – Saints-Martyrs-Canadiens Parish in Saskatoon is again holding a fall “Tourtières” fund raiser. These traditional French Canadian meat pies are $20 each. Please contact Muriel to reserve your order: mhill@rcdos.ca or (306) 665-1829. (The parish will be making the pies in October and November. The pies freeze well.)

 

Diocesan Hospitality Committee: Do you have a gift of hospitality and service, and a heart to support ministries offered under leadership of the bishop? The diocesan Catholic Pastoral Centre in Saskatoon is forming a Diocesan Hospitality Team to assist with diocesan events, such as Fall and Spring Congress Days, Admin Day, Chrism Mass, Ordinations, etc. Duties will include preparing, serving, and replenishing refreshments during the event and clean-up afterwards. For more information, including details about upcoming opportunities to help, please contact: Marilyn Jackson, Director of Ministry Services, at (306) 659-5836 or mjackson@rcdos.ca.

 

Do you have a heart for Christian unity? Would you like to learn more about ecumenism and share it with your friends and your church congregation? This group is for you! The Prairie Centre for Ecumenism is seeking interested Christians from all denominations to form an Ecumenical Contact Group (ECG) to breathe more life into our ecumenical community. If you are interested in joining the ECG, please contact the Prairie Centre for Ecumenism at (306) 653-1633 or admin@pcecumenism.ca.  An ecumenical contact is someone who:

  • Has a heart for Christian unity.
  • Is a good listener and is open to learning.
  • Is willing to become informed about ecumenical happenings in the prairies.
  • Will promote prayer for Christian unity in their congregation.
  • Will attend various events throughout the year, such as Week of Prayer for Christian Unity.
  • Is available to attend training workshops on ecumenism.
  • Is willing to educate their own congregations on ecumenical matters.
  • Is willing to help inspire and promote local ecumenical sharing with other congregations within their community.

(Ecumenism is supported by gifts to the Bishop’s Annual Appeal: https://dscf.ca/baa).

 

Wanted – Keyboard / Guitar version of “Spirit & Song” Hymnals: If anyone has copies of the Spirit & Song 1 and Spirit & Song 2 keyboard/guitar books available, please contact Fr. Prince Sarpong at Little Flower Parish Office, Leader, SK: psarpong@rcdos.ca or (306) 628-4366.

 

Pews for sale in Lancer, SK:  Solid oak pews $15,000 (asking price reduced) or individual pews could be made available for sale; pews are in excellent condition (must be viewed to appreciate), featuring curved bench seats, sides and backs; padded kneelers, and storage on the back of seats for missals/hymnals. For inquiries/viewing please contact eam.wagner@gmail.com.

Please note that the now-closed Lancer church building itself is also for sale, contact: PamBusby@royallepage.ca or (306) 628-7542.

 

Hospital Chaplaincy in the diocese of Saskatoon provides sacramental, spiritual and emotional support in all the Saskatoon hospitals. Through paid staff and volunteers, patients can receive the Holy Eucharist as well as ongoing visits. To receive the Sacrament of the Sick or the Holy Eucharist in hospital, contact diocesan Hospital Chaplain Fr. Benedict Arakkal directly at (306) 371-7125, or diocesan Hospital Chaplaincy Coordinator Jacqueline Saretsky at (306) 292-5531 or jsaretsky@rcdos.ca. (Hospital Chaplaincy is supported by the Bishop’s Annual Appeal: https://dscf.ca/baa).

 

Msgr. Michael J. Koch Catholic Resource Library – Come and check out what’s available at this diocesan resource library at the Catholic Pastoral Centre, or browse the entire library inventory of Catholic faith enrichment materials listed in a searchable PDF that is posted on the diocesan website at https://rcdos.ca/resource-library/. Audio and video resources are also available at the library, which is located at the Catholic Pastoral Centre on the second floor of the Cathedral of the Holy Family, 123 Nelson Road, Saskatoon (an elevator is available.) Before visiting, please call 306-242-1500 to be sure the library is open, as hours vary. (The Msgr. Michael J. Koch Library is supported by gifts to the Bishop’s Annual Appeal: https://dscf.ca/baa).

 

2026 Call for Candidates for the Catholic Women’s Leadership Program – Applications are being accepted for the 2026 cohort of this largely online Leadership Program, scheduled to begin in June 2026. The program is open to all Canadian Catholic women, from all walks of life who have a genuine interest in making a difference in their communities and places of work. This is an 11-month certificate program with ongoing mentorship once the course work is completed. Details of the content and timelines can be found on the website www.cwlfcanada.ca along with application process at: www.cwlfcanada.ca/participate.

 

Employment Opportunity: Diocesan Finance Officer – The Roman Catholic Diocese of Prince Albert is seeking a Diocesan Finance Officer, who will be responsible for the financial administration and management of the diocese. The duties of the Diocesan Finance Officer include: annual budget, payroll and deductions, reconciling financial statements, accounts payable, liaising with insurance company, completing grant applications, charities return, T4s, GST etc. Applicants should have a Bachelor Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or a related field, or Certified Professional Accountant (CPA) standing. Applicants must have experience with the Sage Accounting program.  The successful candidate must work collaboratively with the Bishop, Diocesan Finance Council, staff members and parishes. A letter of recommendation from the applicant’s pastor is required. For further information, please see: www.padiocese.ca/employment-opportunities or contact Fr. Michael Fahlman at (306) 922-4747 ext. 226. To submit a resume, e-mail chancellor@padiocese.ca. Deadline is Nov. 14, 2025. 

 

Employment opportunity: Director of Musical Worship – St. Andrew Roman Catholic Cathedral in Victoria, British Columbia is seeking a part-time (25 hours/week) Director of Musical Worship, responsible for the planning, coordination, and fulfillment of all liturgical music ministries at the cathedral. Submit a resume with at least two references to Cathedral rector Fr. Dean Henderson at standrewscathedral@gmail.com or by mail to St. Andrew’s Cathedral 740 View Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1J8. Find more information at rcdos.ca/employment.

 

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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