NEWS & ACTIVITIES
Welcome to the 'News & Activities' webpage of the Office of Marriage, Family & Life at the Archdiocese of Saint Boniface!
Visit this page often for news and updates on upcoming events & activities for couples and families of the Archdiocese of St. Boniface and elsewhere in Manitoba.
CANA Welcome - Monthly Gatherings from November to May 2025
CANA Welcome: A journey for couples who want to build a solid and harmonious relationship - A series of gatherings held once a month on Sundays from November 9th, 2025 to May 3rd, 2025 (2:30 PM - 4:30 PM)
Take time for your couple and join us for 7 monthly sessions of sharing, laughter, and reflection —CANA Welcome is led by couples who love to share the joy and challenges of married life. It’s a warm and friendly space to build stronger communication, discover God’s presence in your relationship, and grow in love.
Each session is part of a meaningful journey — so we invite couples to commit to all 7 sessions to experience the full blessing of the program.
Registration deadline for this series is October 31th. Register by scanning the QR Code.
For info: canawpg@gmail.com or contact Maui Zamora @ 204-228-0883
CANA welcomes you to join the journey, and to take precious time for your couple!
Date Night: A Table for Two - Friday, November 28, 2025
Date Night: A Table for Two - Friday, November 28, 2025
Love finds the courage to grow where friendship endures.
Join us for a heartfelt evening designed for couples who want to reconnect, reflect, and renew their bond through the grace of friendship and the light of faith. Enjoy a delicious meal with wine and non-alcoholic pairings in a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Hosted by the Catholic Foundation of Manitoba in partnership with the Archdiocese of St. Boniface, the Archdiocese of Winnipeg, and the Ukrainian Archeparchy, this special night offers:
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3-Course Dinner at a table for two
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Guided sessions to help spark meaningful dialogue and strengthen your friendship
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On-site priests, couples’ counselors, and prayer couples available for encouragement and guidance
- Resource Booths
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Community & fellowship at the end of the session
- And More!
Whether you’re newly together or celebrating decades of love, this evening is for you.
Date: Friday, November 28, 2025
Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Location: Holy Eucharist Parish Centre, Winnipeg
Cost: $60 per couple (The Catholic Foundation of Manitoba, the Archdiocese of St. Boniface, the Archdiocese of Winnipeg and the Ukrainian Archeparchy are covering the rest of the cost as our gift to couples)
Tickets go on sale November 3 — limited availability!
For tickets and information: www.catholicfoundation.mb.ca/datenight
She Shall Be Called Woman is held Thursday evenings starting October 2nd, 2025 at 6:30pm @ St. Emile Parish. The program is a sanctuary for women seeking to be truly seen, known, and loved as they grow in their relationship with the Lord. Through vibrant conversations, authentic speakers, and enriching prayer experiences, She Shall Be Called Woman offers deeper insights into theological truths and practical wisdom. We hope to see you there! For more information contact: stemileshe@gmail.com
That Man is You is held every Saturday Morning starting September 27th 2025 at 7:30am @ St. Emile’s Parish Center. 7:30 – Breakfast, 8am – Teaching, 8:30 – Small groups, 9am – program ends, (Virtual meeting available)
That Man Is You is an interactive men’s program combining the best research from science with the teachings of the Catholic Faith and the wisdom of the saints to develop the vision of man fully alive. By honestly addressing the pressures and temptations that men face in our modern culture, That Man is You seeks to form men who will be capable of transforming homes and society. For more information, call or text Lionel @ 204-226-4881
Surviving Divorce: 12-Week Catholic Program for the Separated and Divorced – Dates in Spring 2026 to be announced
Testimonials: “I would definitely recommend the Surviving Divorce program. The videos and discussion topics were well thought out, but, being on a journey with others was equally beneficial because we were able to offer support to one another in a safe and prayerful environment.”
"This program greatly assisted my emotional healing in a safe and accepting environment by sharing with others who have been through the end of a marriage."
Are you or anyone in your family Separated or Divorced? The Archdiocese of Saint Boniface Ministry to the Separated and Divorced will be hosting a twelve-session Surviving Divorce program that will bring hope and healing to those who are experiencing the pain and loneliness of a broken marriage. Surviving Divorce features twelve video presentations that cover topics such as shock and grief, anger and forgiveness, money issues, dealing with children and a former spouse, and annulment and remarriage. This program is for the newly separated and divorced and those still struggling with issues many years later. It will help them find answers to their questions, restore their hope, and begin authentic healing.
This program runs once a week for 12 weeks with dates to be announced in the Spring of 2026 at the Saint Boniface Archdiocesan Centre. Registration is required. The cost of the program for participants is $50 and includes the Surviving Divorce Personal Guide and all program materials. Find comfort and counsel consistent with Catholic Church teachings.
For information, please contact Marie Brunet at mfl@archsaintboniface.ca; 204-594-0274 or Daniel Bahuaud at communications@archsaintboniface.ca; 204-594-0277.
Register here for the program: https://bit.ly/survivingdivorce2025
For additional help and resources for the Separated and Divorced, visit: Archdiocese of Saint Boniface - Ministry to Divorced and Separated (archsaintboniface.ca)
“Love Never Ends” Marriage Enrichment Mini Sessions offered by Worldwide Marriage Encounter
In partnership with the Office of Marriage, Family and Life of the Archdiocese of St. Boniface, The Worldwide Marriage Encounter movement in Winnipeg, will be offering a series of marriage enrichments across parishes from in 2025-2026. The main theme of the enrichments will be “Love Never Ends”, with half-day or evening options for these life-giving sessions. Each mini enrichment will have a specific focus, for example: Communicating Intimately, Listening in A New Way, and
