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Upcoming Events

Relief in Pakistan: Due to the heavy monsoon rains in Pakistan flooding has become a reality.  The situation is worsening people are losing their homes and their lives.  Bishop Henry has requested that each parish have a second collection so we, as a diocese, can send money to assist with this relief effort.  Any amount will make a difference.

Please watch this page for further details on upcoming events as they become available.

Bulletins

• July 25, 2010

• August 1, 2010

• August 8, 2010

• August 15, 2010

• August 22, 2010

• August 29, 2010

• September 5, 2010

Archived Bulletins - click on the link to see past issues of Parish bulletins.

Sacrament Dates & Meetings

All sacraments are celebrated at the school location (St Elizabeth Seton School, 10845 Hidden Valley Dr. NW). Here are the dates and general information on sacraments, forms are located further below.

RCIC/RCIT/RCIA

For Children/Teens and Adults wishing to receive the Sacrament of Baptism or those who have been Baptized but have not received the Sacraments of Initiation please contact the parish office for registration or more information

Reconciliation

Sat. 3:30pm @ St. Elizabeth Seton School, Tues. & Thurs. 6:00pm @ Parish Office, or by appointment.

Baptism Preparation

First Saturday of each month. Please call office to make arrangements.

Baptism is celebrated on the 2nd weekend of each month. Sat. @ 5:00 pm after Mass & Sun. @ 9:00 am & 10:30 am during Mass 

Wedding Arrangements

Please contact the office at least six months in advance to make arrangements.

Reconciliation

This Sacrament is typically celebrated when the child is in Grade 4. It usually takes place October/November of each year. Please watch this page for further details as they become available

First Reconciliation: Parent’s Meeting: October 27, 2010 7:30 pm 
First Reconciliation November 24, 2010 @ 7:30 pm

Confirmation

This Sacrament is typically celebrated when he/she is in Grade 6. It usually takes place April/May of each year, with registration closing in January.

Children attending Public School

St. Pius X parish has catechism classes for Grades 1 to 12 on Saturday mornings from 9-10:30 a.m. Registration takes place September 11, 2010, the cost is $40.00/child. Classes will begin September 18. Click here to view more information.

Sacrament Forms

Here are the forms you will need to fill out for each of the Sacraments celebrated in our Parish.

• Baptism

• First Reconciliation

• First Communion

• Confirmation

• Confirmation Requirement Form

• RCIA - RCIA will now be referred to St Luke's. RCIA course will begin September 2010 and run to Easter 2011. Please contact Dan D'Agostino at 403-282-9488 for further information, as soon as possible.

Youth News

 **The youth group is looking for youth, from the Tenth Grade to University, to become part of an exciting team that will help lead the youth group. You will have a chance to help create and lead youth activities,and will have lots of fun while doing it!

High school students: If you become a youth leader you will be able to count your contribution as volunteer hours! Although the date is not confirmed, a possible meeting date for youth leaders will be Friday,September 8th at 7 p.m. Youth group will start up again mid-September/early October. If you are interested in having lots of fun making a difference and would like more information please contact Monica at 274-2901.


What is St.John’s Youth Group? The youth group started about 5 years ago in North West Calgary. It is a great opportunity to meet other youth, while also becoming involved in activities that give you a chance to have fun with your peers, reach out to your community and grow spiritually.

What happens at youth group? Fun! Our activities range from bowling and miniature golf night to make your own pizza and games night. We always have a good time no matter what we are doing. We could be baking cookies to raise money for children in third world countries, or eating our own ice cream sundaes. It doesn’t matter; we’re always having a good time! 

Who can join? The youth group is open to youth from grade 7 to grade 12/13. However, youth in 6th grade are allowed to join once they have been confirmed, otherwise all other youth must wait until they start grade 7. 

What is my obligation? You have no obligation to attend a certain amount of groups. The only obligation you have is to rsvp to the e-invitation to the groups. 

Who do I contact for more information? Please contact the parish office at 403-275-6500 or office@stjohnsparish.ca for further information.