St. Cecilia’s Parish
This Week in the Parish
13th Sunday in Ordinary Time • June 27 to July 5, 2026
A week-ahead look at the parish schedule from the 13th Sunday in Ordinary Time through the 14th Sunday in Ordinary Time, including Canada Day, the Solemnity of Saints Peter and Paul, First Friday Mass and Adoration for Canada, Mass intentions, and parish gatherings.
Looking Ahead
The next parish bulletin will be published on Aug 1-2. Please submit items for the next bulletin to the office before Wednesday, July 22, and keep this bulletin for reference during the summer publication schedule.
Parish Highlights
13th Sunday in Ordinary Time • June 28, 2026
This Week in the Parish
13th Sunday in Ordinary Time
This Sunday, June 28, the parish celebrates the 13th Sunday in Ordinary Time. Masses are at 9:00 am and 11:00 am, with Coffee and Social after all weekend Masses.
On Monday, June 29, there will be a 7:00 am Mass for the Solemnity of Saints Peter and Paul. On Wednesday, July 1, the parish office will be closed for Canada Day. Mass will still be celebrated at 9:00 am.
The next parish bulletin will be published on August 1-2. Please submit items to the office before Wednesday, July 22.
Parish Events
Knights of Columbus Dinner
The Knights of Columbus Dinner will take place on Tuesday, June 30 at 4:00 pm in the Main Hall.
Men who would like to make a difference are also invited to learn more about the Knights by contacting Len White at 403-271-6055 or fs4878@kofc.ab.ca.
Eucharistic Adoration for Canada
On Friday, July 3, the Blessed Sacrament will be exposed in the church from 9:00 am until midnight. The parish will pray in a special way for Canada, that our country will rediscover its Catholic roots.
First Friday Mass will be celebrated at 7:00 pm, and the Litany of the Precious Blood of Our Lord will be prayed after Mass.
Parish Initiatives
Donate to St. Cecilia’s School Playground
The Foundation for St. Cecilia School has $9,000 left to reach the goal of building a new playground for the community’s children. Time is short, with only two weeks left to meet the purchasing deadline.
Multiply the Hope
As part of the Jubilee Year, the Diocese’s Multiply the Hope campaign provides matching funds to support parish renewal projects through 2027. To qualify, parishes must first meet their operating budget and TIA goals.
St. Cecilia’s parish goal is $158,425. In 2025, the parish contributed $52,290 from operational surplus.
Prayer and Vocations
40 Hours Devotion for Vocations
Parishioners are encouraged to join in prayer for vocations through the 40 Hours Devotion. Our Lady of the Rockies in Canmore is listed from Friday, July 3 at 3:00 pm to Sunday, July 5 at 7:00 am. St. James Catholic Church in Calgary is listed for September 24 to 27.
Pastoral Care and Notices
Fr. Derek Away
Fr. Derek will be away on holidays from July 7 to 23. Masses will be celebrated by visiting priests. Confessions before morning Mass will depend on the priest’s availability.
On Saturday, July 11, confessions will begin at 3:30 pm rather than 3:00 pm. On Saturday, July 18, there will be no afternoon confessions.
For Anointing of the Sick while Fr. Derek is away, please call the Diocesan Call Centre at 403-231-9505.
RIP
The parish extends its deepest condolences to the families of Noreen MacDonald, who passed away on June 13, 2026, and Carol Ann Gerritsen, who passed away on June 17, 2026.
Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon them.
Special Notices
Parish Office Summer Hours
The parish office will be open Tuesday to Friday from 9:30 am to 12 noon. Regular office hours resume in September. This week, the office will be closed on Tuesday, June 30 and Wednesday, July 1 due to Canada Day.
Birthday Cakes
On the last weekend of every month, the parish celebrates birthdays and wedding anniversaries in the parish hall with cake and coffee. To donate for cakes for an upcoming month, please contact the parish office.
Are You New to Our Parish?
Welcome to St. Cecilia Parish. If you have been attending regularly for six months or more, please pick up a parish registration form from the pamphlet rack in the narthex.
Our Schools
Parishioners may read school newsletters using the links below.
St. Matthew School newsletters
St. William School newsletters
St. Cecilia School newsletters
Diocesan Highlights
The Latest Faithfully
Released June 23, 2026
Faithfully shares diocesan stories, Renewal updates, witness, career opportunities, and upcoming events.
- Ryan Schmidt reflects on a year of Renewal progress across the Diocese
- Joseph Silvestro shares an unexpected path back to faith
- Mike and Loralie Hilles reflect on their journey home to the Catholic Church
- A story on supporting pregnant and parenting teens through Kara
- Career opportunities, upcoming events, and more
Marian Week in the Rockies
August 15 to 22 | Canmore and Banff
Join pilgrims of all ages at Shrine Church of Our Lady of the Rockies in Canmore and St. Mary’s Church in Banff for a week of prayer, fellowship, pilgrimage, and celebration in the beauty of the mountains.
Aug. 15: Solemnity of the Assumption Mass with Bishop McGrattan in Banff. Aug. 16 to 21: Daily Mass, prayers, and devotions. Aug. 22: Queenship of Mary Mass with Bishop McGrattan in Canmore.
Whether you can come for a day, a weekend, or the entire week, you are invited to create a pilgrimage experience that fits your schedule. All are welcome.
A Prayer for Canada Day
Tuesday, July 1
This Canada Day, the Diocese invites the faithful to pray for our nation. May God bless Canada and all who call it home with peace, unity, wisdom, and hope.
Catholic Men’s Discernment Group
First meeting: Thursday, September 10 at 7:00 pm | St. Cecilia’s Church, Calgary
Young unmarried men discerning their vocation are invited to monthly meetings from September to April.
Meetings include reflections on discerning God’s will, silent prayer before the Blessed Sacrament, and the Rosary. For more information, contact Fr. Derek Remus at derek.remus@calgarydiocese.ca.
Icon Making Workshop
August 8 to 13 | St. Stephen Protomartyr Ukrainian Catholic Church
The Sacred Arts Guild of Alberta invites participants to write the Mandylion icon under the guidance of Fr. Damian Higgins, Abbot of a Ukrainian Catholic monastery in Northern California.
The workshop runs from 9:30 am to 5:00 pm daily. Iconographers of all skill levels, from beginners to advanced students, are welcome. All materials will be provided.
Catholic Family Life Conference
July 3 to 6 | Lac Ste. Anne, Alberta
Catholic Family Ministries invites families to the Catholic Family Life Conference, a summer weekend of faith, devotions, fellowship, youth and young adult events, camping, and Catholic community.
Registration and event details are available at catholicfamilyministries.com.
Youth and Children: Summer Faith Opportunities
Our Lady of Victory Camp, Ignite Jr., and Vacation Bible School
Our Lady of Victory Camp: Youth are invited to summer camp in Lacombe County, near Red Deer, with dates for Grades 10 to 12, Grades 4 to 6, all ages, Grades 7 to 9, and Grades 4 to 9.
Ignite Jr. Calgary: Grades 6 to 8, August 5 to 7, from 1:00 pm to 8:30 pm at St. Mary’s University.
Vacation Bible School: Children ages 7 to 11 are invited to the FCJ Retreat and Conference Centre, August 25 to 28, from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm.
Vacation Bible School
August 25 to 28 | 9:00 am to 12:00 pm | FCJ Retreat and Conference Centre
Children ages 7 to 11 are invited to join Vacation Bible School with Pristine Laroza for a fun and faith-filled week of learning, activities, and friendship.
This diocesan summer opportunity takes place at the FCJ Retreat and Conference Centre in Calgary.
Summer Retreats in the Diocese and Beyond
July through September
Upcoming opportunities include a 6-Day Silent Directed Retreat at FCJ Centre, Women’s Retreat: SOUL CARE at Mount St. Francis, the Young Adult Conference at Star of the North, Ignite Jr. Calgary, the Icon Making Workshop, Marian Week in the Rockies, Vacation Bible School, and the Young Adult Franciscan Festival of Tents.
For retreat opportunities, visit FCJ Retreat Centre, Mount St. Francis Retreat Centre, or Martha Retreat Centre.
Cemetery Masses
Masses with Bishop William T. McGrattan
Bishop McGrattan will celebrate Masses for the souls of the deceased buried at Catholic cemeteries in Calgary and area. All are welcome.
Aug. 25: Mountain View Cemetery Chapel. Aug. 26: Edenbrook Cemetery Chapel. Sept. 1: Queen’s Park, outdoor. Sept. 2: St. Mary’s Cemetery, outdoor. All Masses are at 7:00 pm.
40 Hours Devotion for Vocations
Upcoming diocesan dates
The Diocese invites parishes and parishioners to take part in 40 Hours Devotion for Vocations.
Shrine Church of Our Lady of the Rockies: Friday, July 3 at 3:00 pm to Sunday, July 5 at 7:00 am. St. James Catholic Church: Thursday, September 24 at 4:00 pm to Sunday, September 27 at 8:00 am. Details are available on the Diocese of Calgary 40 Hours Devotion page.
Career and Volunteer Opportunities
Diocese of Calgary and Catholic organizations
Current opportunities include volunteer Chancery Clerk roles at the Catholic Pastoral Centre, Called and Gifted facilitator opportunities, and employment postings with parishes, Catholic schools, Catholic organizations, and diocesan partners.
For detailed job descriptions and application information, visit the Diocese of Calgary careers page.
Selected Upcoming Events and Resources
Additional dates from the Diocese of Calgary calendar
- Thursday, July 2: C.O.R.E. at FCJ Retreat Centre, Calgary
- Tuesday, July 7: Visio Divina, online art and prayer group
- Wednesday, July 8: Mary’s Stampede BreakFEST at St. Mary’s University
- July 10 to 16: 6-Day Silent Directed Retreat at FCJ Centre
- July 14 to 16: Women’s Retreat: SOUL CARE at Mount St. Francis Retreat Centre
- Saturday, July 25: Souped Up Swing Dance at St. Stephen Protomartyr Catholic Church
- Sunday, July 26: World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly
- Wednesday, August 5: Restored 1 Art Group Meeting, online
- Tuesday, September 1: World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation
- September 4 to 6: Young Adult Franciscan Festival of Tents at Our Lady of Victory Camp
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