What an amazing start to the 2026-27 school year! 51 youths attended the first Youth Group night on September 11th. Since then, Holy Fire has grown to 70 members!
Last month, the youths enjoyed boardgames, LEGO building, colouring, dancing and more. They learned how to make their own notebooks and are fired up to design a logo for the group.
Throughout the year, the Holy Fire Youth will explore what God's special plan is for them. They have started a Bingo Challenge, comprised of activities to help them grow closer to God through prayer, Scripture reading, and
acts of service. It is out hope that in their journey, they will start to discern God's will for them. You can look forward to seeing some of the Holy Fire Youth serving in the various church ministries.
With 70 members, it is vitally important for families to RSVP before each event to ensure that we have enough supplies, food, and volunteers. An RSVP link will go out the week before via email, the parish bulletin, and social
media. We ask Holy Fire Youth members to RSVP by Wednesday prior to Youth Group Night.
Thank you to those who have stepped forward to volunteer, pray for, and/or donate to the Youth Ministry. Your support is greatly appreciated.
Yours in Christ,

Rhona-Mae Arca, Youth Ministry Coordinator

A Thanksgiving Message to Our Parish Family

Dear Parish Family,

As we celebrate Thanksgiving, let us pause for a moment and give thanks to God for the many blessings He has given us. This is a special time to gather with family and friends, whether we are traveling to visit our loved ones or welcoming them into our homes. May these moments together be filled with joy, peace, laughter, and gratitude.

At the same time, let us remember those who may be spending Thanksgiving alone, those who have no family nearby, and those who are experiencing loneliness, grief, or hardship. May we find ways to reach out to them with a kind word, a phone call, an invitation, or a simple gesture of love. No one should feel forgotten, especially during a time when we celebrate the blessings of togetherness.

Above all, let us thank God for the gift of one another. Our families, friends, neighbors, and parish community are precious gifts entrusted to us by the Lord. We may not always realize how much we mean to one another, but every act of kindness, every prayer, every word of encouragement, and every helping hand makes our lives richer and reflects God's love.

On a personal note, I want to express my heartfelt gratitude to God for our parish and for each one of you. Thank you for your faith, your prayers, your generosity, and your commitment to our parish family. It is a blessing and a privilege to serve as your parish priest and to walk together with you on our journey of faith. I thank God for bringing us together and for allowing us to share in the life and mission of our parish.

May this Thanksgiving renew our hearts with gratitude, strengthen the bonds that unite us, and remind us that our greatest blessings are not things we possess, but the people God places in our lives.

May the Lord bless you and your families with peace, joy, good health, and abundant grace. Happy and blessed Thanksgiving!

With prayers and heartfelt gratitude,

Fr. Marius

Liturgical Celebrations This Week

Thursday, October 15 – St. Teresa of Ávila

St. Teresa was a Carmelite nun, mystic, and Doctor of the Church. She dedicated her life to prayer, spiritual renewal, and helping others grow in friendship with God. Her example reminds us that prayer is the heart of our relationship with the Lord.

Friday, October 16 – St. Marie-Marguerite d’Youville

St. Marie-Marguerite d’Youville was a Canadian saint and the foundress of the Sisters of Charity of Montreal, known as the Grey Nuns. She devoted her life to caring for the poor, the sick, and those most in need. Her life inspires us to recognize Christ in every person we serve.

Saturday, October 17 – St. Ignatius of Antioch

St. Ignatius was an early bishop and martyr who remained faithful to Christ even in the face of persecution. On his journey to martyrdom, he encouraged Christians to remain united in faith and love. His courageous witness reminds us to place Christ at the center of our lives.

May the examples of these holy men and women inspire us to deepen our prayer, serve those in need, and remain faithful to Christ in our daily lives.

Our Candlelight Mass for All Souls will be celebrated on Monday, November 2, 2026, at 7:00 p.m.

This special Mass is dedicated to remembering and praying for our deceased loved ones, including members of our parish community, family members, and friends. During the celebration, we will honour their memory through prayer and the lighting of candles.

If a family member or friend passed away within the past year (November 2025 to the present), please inform Nancy in the parish office so that their name can be included in the Candlelight Service.

If their funeral was not celebrated at our parish, please bring a photograph along with their full name, date of birth, and date of death.

For more information, please contact Nancy at the parish office:

Phone: 403-652-2203
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MONTH OF NOVEMBER – BOOK OF THE NAMES OF THE DEAD

During the month of November, we remember and pray for our deceased loved ones.

If you would like your loved one’s name included in the Book of the Names of the Dead, please sign the book located at the back of the church, or contact Nancy in the parish office.

Phone: 403-652-2203
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Deadline for submissions: October 31, 2026.

PARISH OFFICE CLOSURE – THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY

The parish office will be closed on Monday, October 12, 2026, for the Thanksgiving holiday.

Regular office hours will resume on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, at 9:00 a.m.

Please note: The 9:00 a.m. Mass will still be celebrated as scheduled.