Devotions:
Divine Mercy - St. Faustina gave us the Divine Mercy chaplet after the Lord appeared to her in 1931. The Divine Mercy novena begins on Good Friday and is prayed every day at 3:00 pm until the 2nd Sunday of Easter, Divine Mercy Sunday.
The Rosary - A beautiful devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary, our mother. There are 20 mysteries of the rosary: The Joyful Mysteries, the Glorious Mysteries, the Luminous Mysteries and the Sorrowful Mysteries.
Stations of the Cross - The church has 14 stained-glass windows that depict the Way of the Cross.
The Rosary - A beautiful devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary, our mother. There are 20 mysteries of the rosary: The Joyful Mysteries, the Glorious Mysteries, the Luminous Mysteries and the Sorrowful Mysteries.
Stations of the Cross - The church has 14 stained-glass windows that depict the Way of the Cross.
Friends of the Sick: Visit, bring communion, and pray with those in hospital.
Parish Groups
St. Patrick's Parish Pastoral Council
St. Patrick's Parish Pastoral Council - The pastoral team and representatives of our parish groups and parishioners
Members: Susan Waddell - Chairperson and representing YCS
Barb McDonald - Vice chairperson
Tina Rivera - representing the CWL
Larry Purcka - representing the K of C
Dan Costache - representing SSVP
Lea Barbosa-Leclerc - recording secretary
Debra McGee - representing youth programs
Florie Mariano - representing the Finance Commission
working with the pastoral team: Father Mick (Pastor) and Eileen (Pastoral Assistant)
Mission Statement:
In the spirit of the New Evangelization, through prayerful reflection and ongoing consultation and collaboration, we
commit to build up the family of God in our parish and community. We will establish pastoral priorities through identifying
the strengths and needs of our parish; support and develop ministries, faith formation and programs; and foster Christ-
centered relationships.
Members: Susan Waddell - Chairperson and representing YCS
Barb McDonald - Vice chairperson
Tina Rivera - representing the CWL
Larry Purcka - representing the K of C
Dan Costache - representing SSVP
Lea Barbosa-Leclerc - recording secretary
Debra McGee - representing youth programs
Florie Mariano - representing the Finance Commission
working with the pastoral team: Father Mick (Pastor) and Eileen (Pastoral Assistant)
Mission Statement:
In the spirit of the New Evangelization, through prayerful reflection and ongoing consultation and collaboration, we
commit to build up the family of God in our parish and community. We will establish pastoral priorities through identifying
the strengths and needs of our parish; support and develop ministries, faith formation and programs; and foster Christ-
centered relationships.
Finance Commission
Members of the parish, who are selected by the pastor to administrate the parish's finances and church maintenance needs.
Members:
Members of the parish, who are selected by the pastor to administrate the parish's finances and church maintenance needs.
Members:
Catholic Women's League (CWL) cwl.ca
The Catholic Women’s League of Canada is a national organization rooted in gospel values calling its members to holiness through service to the people of God.
The Catholic Women’s League Is once again inviting Student parishioners of St Patrick’s Parish, currently in their graduating year, who will be attending a Canadian post-secondary institution in the fall to pursue a course of study leading to a degree or diploma from an accredited university or community college, to apply for the Theresa Reid $500.00 Scholarship. For more information and to download the application form, please click on the icon on the right side of this page. Completed applications must be received by [date to be announced] to be considered for award.
The CWL meets every second Wednesday of every month at 7:00 pm.
President - Mary Ann Dayagbil
The Catholic Women’s League of Canada is a national organization rooted in gospel values calling its members to holiness through service to the people of God.
The Catholic Women’s League Is once again inviting Student parishioners of St Patrick’s Parish, currently in their graduating year, who will be attending a Canadian post-secondary institution in the fall to pursue a course of study leading to a degree or diploma from an accredited university or community college, to apply for the Theresa Reid $500.00 Scholarship. For more information and to download the application form, please click on the icon on the right side of this page. Completed applications must be received by [date to be announced] to be considered for award.
The CWL meets every second Wednesday of every month at 7:00 pm.
President - Mary Ann Dayagbil
Development & Peace (D&P) www.devp.org
The Canadian Catholic Organization for Development and Peace, a member of Caritas Internationalis, is a democratic movement for international solidarity. D & P supports partners in the Global South in the pursuit of alternatives to unjust social, political and economic structures.
It educates the Canadian population about the causes of impoverishment of peoples and mobilizes actions for change.
In 2016 D&P celebrates it's 50th Anniversary.
Contact: Suzette Montreuil 8867-920-2765
The Canadian Catholic Organization for Development and Peace, a member of Caritas Internationalis, is a democratic movement for international solidarity. D & P supports partners in the Global South in the pursuit of alternatives to unjust social, political and economic structures.
It educates the Canadian population about the causes of impoverishment of peoples and mobilizes actions for change.
In 2016 D&P celebrates it's 50th Anniversary.
Contact: Suzette Montreuil 8867-920-2765
Knights of Columbus (K of C) kofc.ab.ca
The K of C meet on the third Thursday of every month at 7:30 pm. Grand Knight - Larry Purcka [email protected] For further information about the Knights of Columbus, please visit the following website: https://www.kofc.org Knights of Columbus Youth Leaders Scholarship - The Knights of Columbus Father Gathy Council No. 7725 is pleased to announce that applications for the $1000 Youth Leaders Scholarship is now open for 2023. Applicants must be Catholic, under 21 years of age who wish to continue with post-secondary studies. Applications must be received no later than [date to be announced] at the address noted in the Scholarship Application brochure. For the brochure/information regarding the Knights of Columbus Youth Leaders Scholarship, please click on the K of C Youth Leaders Scholarship PDF icon on the right side of this page. VIRTUAL NOVENA FOR LIFE Novena for the Cause of Life – “The protection of life is a sustained prayer intention of the Church, and in particular, the Knights of Columbus. Knights remain firmly committed to defending the right to life of every human being – from the moment of conception to natural death. To commemorate and bolster this important cause, Knights of Columbus in AB/NWT will promote a Novena - nine days of sustained prayer, to build up a culture of life in our parishes, homes and wider community.” The Virtual Novena for Life will begin on Wednesday, May 5th and will conclude on Thursday, May 13th. Knights, their families and other parishioners are invited to participate in the Virtual Novena for Life. The Knights of Columbus state-wide Virtual Novena for Life continues each evening until Thursday May 13th. To join the Virtual Novena for Life. Please register at: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/5958719018940246540 |
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Rosary Apostolate www.rosaryapostolate.com
The Rosary Apostolate is a non-profit association of volunteers in the community that freely give of their time and talents to lead children and youth into a deeper relationship with our Triune God through prayer. Thus, the Rosary Apostolate is an apostolate of prayer. The Rosary Apostolate seeks to lead people to Jesus our Savior and Redeemer through Mary by teaching others how to pray with the Holy Rosary of the Blessed Virgin Mary.
This ministry leads children from K- gr. 4 at Weledeh Catholic School in the prayers of the Rosary once a month.
Currently, due to the pandemic the rosary visits in the school have been suspended.
https://www.youtube.com/c/TheRosaryApostolateInc/videos
When we visit the schools, we welcome any observer who may wish to know what we do.
Contact: Sylvia Masongsong [email protected]
The Rosary Apostolate is a non-profit association of volunteers in the community that freely give of their time and talents to lead children and youth into a deeper relationship with our Triune God through prayer. Thus, the Rosary Apostolate is an apostolate of prayer. The Rosary Apostolate seeks to lead people to Jesus our Savior and Redeemer through Mary by teaching others how to pray with the Holy Rosary of the Blessed Virgin Mary.
This ministry leads children from K- gr. 4 at Weledeh Catholic School in the prayers of the Rosary once a month.
Currently, due to the pandemic the rosary visits in the school have been suspended.
https://www.youtube.com/c/TheRosaryApostolateInc/videos
When we visit the schools, we welcome any observer who may wish to know what we do.
Contact: Sylvia Masongsong [email protected]
Society of St. Vincent de Paul (SSVP) www.ssvp.ca
SSVP helps those in need in our community through support with basic needs, groceries and some financial assistance.
The Society of Saint Vincent de Paul is a lay catholic organization whose mission is to live the Gospel message by serving Christ in the poor with love, respect, justice and joy. Contact 867-446-1934 (leave a message)
SSVP meets on the first Monday of every month at 7:30 pm.
Donate the proceeds from your recycled bottles and cans to SSVP Yellowknife:
At the Bottle Depot, you have two options:
a) drop and leave
Society of St. Vincent de Paul (SSVP) www.ssvp.ca
SSVP helps those in need in our community through support with basic needs, groceries and some financial assistance.
The Society of Saint Vincent de Paul is a lay catholic organization whose mission is to live the Gospel message by serving Christ in the poor with love, respect, justice and joy. Contact 867-446-1934 (leave a message)
SSVP meets on the first Monday of every month at 7:30 pm.
Donate the proceeds from your recycled bottles and cans to SSVP Yellowknife:
At the Bottle Depot, you have two options:
a) drop and leave
- bring your bags (can be pre-counted or not) into the bottle depot and go to the far right wall
- near the front counter on the right there is a machine where you enter the SSVP account number 9207411
- enter how many bags you have and print labels (be patient as it takes 5 seconds or so and please don't ripped them out of the machine)
- attach a label to each bag and place the bags either on the counter or underneath the counter if there a a lot
- if you want a receipt please push the key to print a receipt
- take your bags to counter
- tell the person sorting them you would like to have the funds donated to SSVP
Eucharistic Apostles of Divine Mercy (EADM) thedivinemercy.org
EADM nurtures genuine belief in the Real Presence of Our Lord in the Most Holy Eucharist. The apostolate promotes Eucharistic Adoration, together with hourly praying of The Divine Mercy Chaplet for the sick and dying. EADM also provides many other works of mercy, including shipments of medical and educational materialss to the poor worldwide, and prison ministries.
Contact: Parish Office (867) 873-4880
EADM nurtures genuine belief in the Real Presence of Our Lord in the Most Holy Eucharist. The apostolate promotes Eucharistic Adoration, together with hourly praying of The Divine Mercy Chaplet for the sick and dying. EADM also provides many other works of mercy, including shipments of medical and educational materialss to the poor worldwide, and prison ministries.
Contact: Parish Office (867) 873-4880
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Oblate Association is a way for baptized men and women to participate and share in the charism of St. Eugene de Mazenod and with the religious congregation he founded, the Oblates of Mary Immaculate
For the Oblate Associate it is the way to live out one’s baptismal call, informed and inspired by the Oblate charism.
An initial information session was held and was well attended. Next session to consider next steps will be scheduled for early in the New Year. Those interested in participating and in learning more about the Oblate Chartism may also read the book:
"15 Days of Prayer with St. Eugene de Mazenod" by Bernard Duller
see also: https://www.omilacombe.ca/oblate-associates/
https://www.omiworld.org
For the Oblate Associate it is the way to live out one’s baptismal call, informed and inspired by the Oblate charism.
An initial information session was held and was well attended. Next session to consider next steps will be scheduled for early in the New Year. Those interested in participating and in learning more about the Oblate Chartism may also read the book:
"15 Days of Prayer with St. Eugene de Mazenod" by Bernard Duller
see also: https://www.omilacombe.ca/oblate-associates/
https://www.omiworld.org
Couples for Christ (CFC) & Kids for Christ (KFC) couplesforchristcanada.ca/
Moved by the Holy Spirit, one with the Catholic Church, blessed to witness to Christ’s love and service, Couples for Christ is a united global community of family evangelizers that sets the world on fire with the fullness of God’s transforming love.
The CFC meet on the first Sunday of every month.
Moved by the Holy Spirit, one with the Catholic Church, blessed to witness to Christ’s love and service, Couples for Christ is a united global community of family evangelizers that sets the world on fire with the fullness of God’s transforming love.
The CFC meet on the first Sunday of every month.