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A vibrant, faith-filled Catholic community located in Calgary — committed to living the will of God, ministry to others, and the spiritual growth of its people.
Church Office Hours: 8:30 am - 3:30 pm Mon-Fri
Closed from 12:00 - 12:30 pm
Phone: (403) 228-4170
Fax: (403) 244-1965
Sacrament Preparation for 2021 is home-based which is in response to the current conditions under COVID-19. The home-based program recognizes parents as the primary teachers of the Faith. In order to assist the parents in their role, the Diocese provides coaching support for parents delivered via Zoom. Visit https://www.catholicyyc.ca/sacraments.html to learn about how the courses are structured, the schedule of home-based classes, the materials you will need, and the resources that are available for support.
First Communion/Eucharist
If you were registered for First Reconciliation in the fall you are also registered for this Sacrament and do not need to reregister. An email has been sent with further details..
If you would like to register for First Holy Communion but did not complete preparation for First Reconciliation in the fall please contact the parish office to speak with Fr. Julian.
Registration links for online Parents Coaching Sessions for First Eucharist or First Communion are now available at https://www.catholicyyc.ca/firsteucharist.html The first coaching session starts on Tuesday, February 2.
Confirmation
Registration for the Sacrament of Confirmation has now begun and will continue throughout the month of January. Preparation for the Sacrament begins in February.
The Diocese of Calgary has selected an on-line program called Chosen: Your Journey Toward Confirmation by Ascension Press. Chosen: …. takes young people on a journey through the entire Catholic faith in all its richness and vitality.
Candidates will take part in select video lessons, between February 1 and April 30, 2021. As well they will be asked to complete a Mass Journal, Service Project and a Letter to Bishop McGratten. Complete details can be found on the Diocese website.
Parents will need to register twice:
Once this two-step registration process is completed go to the Diocese website (https://www.catholicyyc.ca/confirmation.html) for a complete list of program requirements, suggested at-home materials, and the schedule of on-line classes.
St. Mary’s Cathedral
219 – 18th Avenue SW
Calgary, Alberta, Canada
T2S 0C2
Email: info@stmaryscalgary.com
Telephone: (403) 228-4170
Fax: (403) 244-1965
Cathedral Staff:
Rector: Rev. John Nemanic
Associate Pastor: Rev. Julian Studden
Deacon: Dennis Foraie
Administrative Offices
Monday - Friday 9:30 am-3:30 pm
closed for lunch between 12:00-12:30 pm
Office Closed on Fridays
Secretary/Accounting: Lillian Illescas
Please click on this link to donate by scanning the QR code with you smart phone
Additional information related to face masks and how to receive the Holy Communion
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: At St. Mary’s Cathedral, we believe that we have the ability to make a difference in our community of faith and are dedicated to serving our parishioners. With this in mind we are working very hard on keeping our Church for public Masses. We are looking for volunteers to help us out during the weekday and Sunday Masses. If you would like to help, please send us an e-mail at lillian@stmaryscalgary.com.
DONATIONS OVER THE PHONE
We are now able to take credit card donations over the phone. If you would like to donate to help with the costs and maintenance of the Parish, please call Lillian at (403) 228-4170.
HANDICAP ACCESS - We have handicapped access, if anyone is in need of assistance for Communion please communicate your need to an usher as you enter the church.