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World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly – Sunday July 28

Pope Francis’ theme this year is: “Do not cast me off in my old age” (Psalm 71:9). The Catholic faithful are invited to reflect on the loneliness of the elderly, encouraging us to “take a new path” and to spend time with them, “acknowledging their unique role in the family, in society and in the Church…” Click here for Pope Francis’ message.  The CCCB has prepared a toolkit of resources: an official logo, a catechesis on old age, recent texts from the Magisterium, the official prayer for the World Day, and pastoral suggestions. Click here for toolkit. To view on Google drive click here.

Photo Gallery of the Diocesan Multicultural Mass & Celebration

St. Boniface Cathedral was packed on Canada Day morning as Bishop LeGatt presided over the diocesan multicultural mass. Diversity was in the spotlight, thanks to the participation of numerous cultural communities. Many thanks to the following groups: the Congolese Catholic community, the Nigerian Catholic community, St. Philip Minh parish, Nuestra Señora de la Asunción parish, Couples for Christ, Missionary Families of Christ, Handmaids of the Holy Child Jesus, the Chinese Catholic community of Mary parish, Mother of the Church, representatives of the French-Canadian Catholic community. The Most Reverend Michael Apochi, Bishop of the Diocese of Otukpo in Nigeria, was also in Winnipeg to celebrate with us.

After mass, the faithful were able to sample dishes from these many cultures, and enjoy traditional and contemporary music from these groups. The little ones enjoyed a variety of games. Many thanks to the many people who volunteered to help prepare the event and on the day itself.

To view the gallery, click here.

A Conversation about Reconciliation

 

 

For National Indigenous Peoples’ Day, Archbishop Albert had a conversation with François Paradis, Knowledge Keeper and Trainer, and Brenda Arakaza, both part of the Returning to Spirit team. François and Brenda both share their rich perspectives on how we ought to go forward, together. Truly, reconciliation cannot happen alone. It is especially important for non-Indigenous Catholics, now more than ever, to have their ears and hearts open and attentive to the Indigenous peoples of Turtle Island, and to take action in the phase of truth and reconciliation. Let us pray for reconciliation, inform our conscience, and reflect especially today on the fundamental importance for each of us to be agents of healing and reconciliation.

 

Want to know more about Returning to Spirit? https://www.returningtospirit.org/ourteam

Want to know more about resources available through the diocese? https://www.archsaintboniface.ca/main.php?p=1110

 

*Our archdiocese is located on the lands of Treaty 1, Treaty 3 and Treaty 5: the traditional territories of Anishinaabeg, Cree, Oji-Cree, and Dakota Peoples, and the homeland of the Métis Nation. Let us pray together in thanksgiving for the rich culture and spirituality of Turtle Island’s Aboriginal Peoples. We also pray in a special way, this day, for continued healing and reconciliation, in a spirit of deep respect and love for the Indigenous peoples of Turtle Island.

2024 Pastoral Appointments

On Thursday, August 1st, the new pastoral appointments for our diocese will come into effect. Who will be your parish priest or Parish life administrator?
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Photo Gallery - Ordination of Jean-Marcel Kabongo to the priesthood

There was great jubilation on June 1st at St. Boniface Cathedral as Jean-Marcel Kabongo was ordained to the priesthood. With great  joy and solemnity, Archbishop Albert LeGatt presided the celebration. The archdiocese rejoices for its new priest! We wish Fr. Kabongo success as he accompanies his new parishioners in their walk of faith. 

To view the photos, click here or on the photo.

Thank you to Jan Oliver Bruce and Daniel Bahuaud for the photos.

Fr. Gerry Sembrano sends his congratulations from the Philippines!

Photo Gallery - Ordination of Peter Trần to the Transitional Diaconate

St. Emile church was packed on May 31st for the ordination of Peter Tran to the transitional diaconate. The solemn celebration, presided over by Archbishop Albert LeGatt, was marked by a spirit of celebration and joy. A true jubilation for the archdiocese! We wish Peter every success in his formation as he continues his journey towards the priesthood and a life of service as a diocesan priest. To see a photo gallery of the ordination, click here or on photo.
Thank you to Gloria Nikolic for the photos.

Fr. Gerry Sembrano sends his congratulations from the Philippines!