Thirty-Second Sunday in Ordinary Time
November 8, 2026
This Week’s Printed Bulletin
32nd Sunday in Ordinary Time
November 8, 2026
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Mass Times
Saturday: 5:00 pm
Sunday: 9:00 am and 11:00 am
Tuesday to Saturday: 9:00 am
First Friday: 7:00 pm; no 9:00 am Mass
Confessions
Tuesday to Saturday: 8:15–8:45 am
Saturday: 3:00–4:30 pm
Sunday: 8:00–8:30 am
Or by appointment.
November 13–15: Additional confession times during 40 Hours Devotion are listed below.
Eucharistic Adoration
Regular Fridays: 9:30 am–6:00 pm
First Friday: 9:00 am–midnight
November 13–15: Continuous devotion from Friday, 9:30 am, through Sunday, 8:00 am.
Parish Office Hours
Tuesday to Friday: 8:00 am–3:30 pm
Closed during Mass and lunch, 12:30–1:00 pm.
November 10, 12 and 13: 9:30 am–noon only.
Wednesday, November 11: Closed for Remembrance Day.
Parish Contacts
Parish Office: 403-252-2790
This Week in the Parish
Mass intentions: November 7–15, 2026.
Coffee and Social follows weekend Masses.
Mass Intentions at a Glance
| November 7–11 | |
|---|---|
| Sat, Nov 7 | 9:00 am: Timothy Zak (†). Anticipatory Mass for the 32nd Sunday. 5:00 pm: Aurette Schikosky (INT). |
| Sun, Nov 8 | 32nd Sunday in Ordinary Time. 9:00 am: Douglas, Valian and Deepika (†). 11:00 am: People of the Parish (INT). |
| Tue, Nov 10 | 9:00 am: Vipin Mathew & Family (INT). 7:00 pm: Mass for Deceased CWL Members (†). 7:00 pm: RCIA, Boardroom. |
| Wed, Nov 11 | 9:00 am: Alexander Thompson (†). 11:00 am: Remembrance Day Mass; march-in and wreath-laying beforehand. |
| November 12–15 | |
| Thu, Nov 12 | 9:00 am: Marcos Dayrit (†). 7:00 pm: Men’s Discernment Group, St. Cecilia’s. |
| Fri, Nov 13 | 9:00 am: Concepcion Delgado (†). 9:30 am: 40 Hours Devotion for Vocations begins. |
| Sat, Nov 14 | 9:00 am: Fred Dauk (†). Anticipatory Mass for the 33rd Sunday. 5:00 pm: Fr. Joseph Schmiltz (†). |
| Sun, Nov 15 | 33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time. 9:00 am: Carrell Laboret (†). 11:00 am: People of the Parish (INT). |
† Deceased. INT Intention.
Parish Highlights
Eucharistic Miracles Exhibit & 40 Hours Devotion • November 13–15
Eucharistic Adoration & Parish Prayer
Eucharistic Miracles of the World Exhibit
November 13–15, St. Cecilia’s Parish Hall. Friday and Saturday: 9:30 am–8:00 pm; Sunday: 10:00 am–3:00 pm. Discover 158 Eucharistic miracles from more than 20 countries documented by St. Carlo Acutis.
40 Hours Devotion for Vocations
Friday, November 13 at 9:30 am to Sunday, November 15 at 8:00 am. Join the parish in prayer for vocations to the priesthood and consecrated life. Adorers, particularly for overnight hours, are needed; sign up in the narthex.
Special Confession Hours During 40 Hours
Friday, November 13: 6:00–8:00 pm.
Saturday, November 14: 8:00–8:45 am, 3:00–4:30 pm and 6:00–8:00 pm.
Sunday, November 15: 8:00–8:30 am.
Remembrance Day Mass
Wednesday, November 11 at 11:00 am, St. Cecilia’s. Pray for those who died defending our freedom. The march-in and laying of wreaths take place immediately before Mass. The regular 9:00 am Mass will also be celebrated.
Men’s Discernment Group
Thursday, November 12 at 7:00 pm, St. Cecilia’s. Young unmarried men discerning God’s will are invited to Eucharistic Adoration and a reflection from Fr. Derek, who will also be available for individual conversations.
Parish Community & Service
Mass for Deceased CWL Members
Tuesday, November 10 at 7:00 pm. The parish will remember deceased Catholic Women’s League members at Mass. A presentation of roses will take place beforehand.
St. Cecilia Evening of Music
Sunday, November 22, Parish Hall. Doors open at 5:00 pm; finger-food potluck at 5:45 pm; music and dance at 7:00 pm. Bring a dish to share if eating. To perform, contact Ross Ferby at rossnferby@shaw.ca by Wednesday, November 18.
Society of Saint Vincent de Paul Christmas Hampers
St. Cecilia’s is preparing approximately 80–90 Christmas hampers for families in need. Financial donations may be placed in SSVP pew envelopes; cheques may be made payable to “Society of Saint Vincent de Paul” or “SSVP St. Cecilia”. A grocery donation list is posted in the foyer. The Angel Tree arrives in mid-November; activated $25 gift cards, preferably Walmart, are welcome.
November 28: volunteer sign-ups begin. December 14: packing begins. December 19: deliveries.
Illustrative image from SSVP Calgary.
Red Wednesday: Prayer for Persecuted Christians
Wednesday, November 18: St. Cecilia’s celebrates Mass at 9:00 am and a Holy Hour from 5:00–6:00 pm. Bishop McGrattan celebrates Mass at 7:30 pm at St. John Apostle Chaldean Church, 2523 56 Street NE, Calgary. A reception follows. Diocesan details.
Photo from an earlier Red Wednesday.
Faith, Formation & Schools
Year 4 of Diocesan Pastoral Renewal
The Diocese’s video, Sharing the Fruit of Renewal, explores how parish communities grow as missionary disciples and deepen faith. Watch the video.
Memorial Liturgy for Miscarriage and Stillbirth
Tuesday, November 10 at 7:00 pm, St. Mary’s Cathedral. Bishop McGrattan will lead a prayer gathering for families grieving the loss of a child. Details and registration.
Photograph from the Loreto Crypt blessing, 2025.
More on Indulgences
This week’s printed bulletin explains partial and plenary indulgences, including examples involving Eucharistic Adoration, the Rosary, Scripture reading and the Stations of the Cross. Refer to the printed bulletin for the full catechesis and conditions.
Knights of Columbus
Men interested in learning more about the Knights may contact Len White at 403-271-6055 or fs4878@kofc.ab.ca.
School Newsletters
Sunday Gospel Video
Wisdom Is Seeking You Out
Bishop Robert Barron • Thirty-Second Sunday in Ordinary Time, Year A
Watch the Sunday Sermon
Diocesan Highlights
November 8, 2026 • Selected News and Events Across the Diocese
The Latest Faithfully
November 2 Edition
Bishop McGrattan reflects on passing on the faith, the fourth year of Pastoral Renewal and renewal of the RCIA, alongside news and invitations from across the Diocese.
Read FaithfullyLife Across Our Diocese
Seven Men to Be Ordained Permanent Deacons
Saturday, November 14, 11:00 am • St. Mary’s Cathedral
Bishop McGrattan will ordain Rafael Dadivas, Carlo Flores Gil, Grant Gay, Cruzel Lacao, Jason Openo, Roy Rebustillo and Alberto Sia Lu. All are welcome, with a reception following the liturgy.
Photograph from diaconate formation in 2025.
Upcoming Events & Invitations
Natural Family Planning: Online Introduction
Thursday, November 19, 7:00–9:00 pm • Zoom
An introductory session for engaged and married couples. Additional dates are January 7, March 4, May 6 and July 8, 2027. For registration information, call 403-218-5521.
Elizabeth House Christmas Wish List
Drop-offs: November 30, December 3 and December 7 • Catholic Pastoral Centre
Support young mothers and babies with new gifts and essentials. Drop off at 120 17 Avenue SW: Nov. 30 and Dec. 3, 9:30 am–3:30 pm, and Dec. 7, 12:30–5:30 pm. Check the current wish list before donating.
Feed the Hungry Winter Gifts Drive
Donations accepted until Thursday, December 17
Donate new mittens, gloves, socks and toques. Drop off at St. Mary’s Parish Office, Tuesday–Friday, 8:30 am–4:00 pm.
Advent Renewal: We Have Seen His Glory
Saturday, December 5, 9:00 am–noon
Fr. Geoffrey Young will lead a live diocesan webinar. Parishes are invited to gather locally for reflection and fellowship; check with your parish about arrangements.
Mission Mexico Day and Sunday
December 12–13 • Third Sunday of Advent
The diocesan second collection supports education, healthcare and sustainable development in southern Mexico.
Pope Leo XIV’s November Prayer Intention
November 2026 • For the proper use of wealth
Pray for the just and generous use of material resources and for the future we build through sharing.
For additional diocesan news and events, see CatholicYYC News & Events and Faithfully.
Online Giving at St. Cecilia’s
In addition to our weekly envelopes and PAD, we gratefully accept secure online donations through CanadaHelps. This is a convenient way to support the ongoing life and work of St. Cecilia’s Parish. Official charitable tax receipts are issued directly by CanadaHelps on behalf of the parish.
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