Ronald McDonald House
Sister Mary has a few words to say about the recipient of this week’s collection tithe!
7 Ways to Fully Embrace Celebrating Mass at Home
Since we are not currently able to gather publically to participate in Mass, we’d like to offer these tips on ways to more intentionally engage in Mass, and unite with us, the whole community of the faithful, in prayer.
Ask Us Anything: 1 Corinthians 14:34-35
A few weeks ago, we put out a call for questions. A very interesting one came in, and the Senior Leadership team asked Rachel Knight-Messenger, as a member of the Canadian Martyr's community, to tackle it. Rachel has a Ph.D. in systemic theology with a focus on ecological theology and Catholic ethics.
Immigrants Working Centre
Fr. Markus lets us know where this week’s tithe from our weekly collection will be directed.
Message from the SLT
It's Holy Thursday, and our Church is entering into the most sacred time of our Liturgical year. In this unprecedented reality, as we all search for new ways to enter into the Triduum and to stay connected with our Lord and one another, the Senior Leadership Team has a special message for you!
Help us support children and families in need...
Father Markus speaks to us from Canadian Martyrs Church, with updates on last weekend’s donations, and where this week’s "tithe" will go! Be sure to scroll down past the video to read Fr. Markus’s letter for more information.
Transitions on the Senior Leadership Team
Some important news regarding upcoming transitions in the Senior Leadership Team at Canadian Martyrs Church & Chaplaincy.
Help us support frontline healthcare workers...
Once you’ve seen the video, be sure to scroll to the bottom of the post to see Fr. Markus’s letter.
COVID-19 Measures (UPDATE 3.17)
Please click the image to see the full text of the Bishop’s most recent communication about measures being taken with regard to the COVID-19 situation.
COVID-19: Dispensation from attending Sunday Mass (March 14,15)
Please see the letter below from Fr. Markus, regarding dispensation from the obligation to attend Sunday Mass.
COVID-19 Measures
The health and well-being of our faith community are of the utmost importance to us. Given current events and concerns regarding COVID-19, please note the following:
Beavers during Lent?
In the 17th century, the Bishop of Quebec approached his superiors in the Church and asked whether his flock would be permitted to eat beaver meat on Fridays during Lent.
Sorrowful Way
It's another term for the Stations of the Cross, which represents the journey that Jesus took from his condemnation to his death.
Shrove Tuesday
Shrove Tuesday is the last day before the start of the Lenten season, during which time we choose fasting and abstinence from certain luxuries.
The Symbol of the Advent Wreath
The word “Advent” comes from the Latin word adventus which means “coming” or “arrival.” Advent is a time of year in which Christians prepare for Christmas—the birth of Jesus, our Lord and Saviour—the arrival of the Messiah.
