WEEKLY BULLETIN
BULLETIN HEBDOMADAIRE
DIOCESE OF PEMBROKE/DIOCÈSE DE PEMBROKE
284, ch. Trafalgar Rd., Pembroke, ON K8A 5A8 613 732-7933​
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December 2, 2025
Ferial – Férie
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FROM THE DIOCESE
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A Message for Advent 2025: The Diocese of Pembroke presents “A Message for Advent 2025” YouTube
video with Fr. Réal Ouellette: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qHzPCweruOk.
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Un message pour l'Avent 2025 : Le diocèse de Pembroke présente une vidéo YouTube intitulée « Un message
pour l'Avent 2025 » avec le père Réal Ouellette : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X9VUXsGGpes.
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Ecclesia: The Ecclesia Fall 2025 edition is now available in parishes and on the Diocese of Pembroke
website at https://pembrokediocese.com/wp-content/uploads/Ecclesia-Fall-2025-final.pdf.
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Ecclésia : L'édition d'Ecclésia Automne 2025 est maintenant disponible dans les paroisses et ici : https://pembrokediocese.com/wp-content/uploads/Ecclesia-Fall-2025-final.pdf.
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Spanish Mass at St. Columbkille Cathedral: Bishop Brehl will celebrate Mass in Spanish at St. Columbkille Cathedral on Friday, December 12th, the Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe, Patroness of the Americas at 7:00pm. Everyone is welcome, even if you do not speak Spanish!
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Misa en español en la Catedral de San Columbkille: El obispo Brehl celebrará una misa en español en la Catedral de San Columbkille el viernes 12 de diciembre, festividad de Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe, patrona de las Américas, a las 7:00 p. m. ¡Todos son bienvenidos, incluso si no hablan español!
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FROM THE CCCB / DE LA CECC
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Journey Through Advent – Video Series to Introduce and Reflect on the Season: The General Secretariat of the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops (CCCB) announces the online weekly video series for this year’s Advent season. Designed to help the faithful prepare for the memorial of the birth of Our Lord celebrated at Christmas, these videos provide valuable resources and opportunities for faith formation. Titled Journey through Advent the series is a collaborative initiative of the Office for Evangelization and Catechesis, the National Liturgy Office, and the Office national de liturgie. (Read more…)
Cheminer ensemble durant le temps de l’Avent – Une série de vidéos pour entrer dans le temps de l’Avent et méditer : Le Secrétariat général de la Conférence des évêques catholiques du Canada (CECC) annonce la mise en ligne de la série de vidéos hebdomadaires pour la période de l’Avent. Conçues pour aider les fidèles à se préparer à la commémoration de la naissance de Notre Seigneur célébrée à Noël, ces vidéos offrent des ressources précieuses et des occasions de formation à la foi. Intitulée Cheminer ensemble durant l’Avent, la série est une initiative conjointe de l’Office for Evangelization and Catechesis, de l’Office national de liturgie et du National Liturgy Office. (Lire la suite…)
Launch on the National Ecumenical Strategy: The Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops is pleased to announce the publication of the National Ecumenical Strategy (NES), a major milestone in its ongoing commitment to fostering Christian unity and strengthening interfaith relationships in Canada. (Read more…)
Lancement de la stratégie œcuménique nationale : La Conférence des évêques catholiques du Canada (CECC) est heureuse d’annoncer la publication de la Stratégie œcuménique nationale (SON), une étape majeure dans son engagement constant à promouvoir l’unité chrétienne et à renforcer les relations interconfessionnelles au Canada. (Lire la suite…)
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JUBILEE 2025 / JUBILÉ 2025
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Jubilee Indulgence at Our Lady of Lourdes Church, Pembroke: Our Lady of Lourdes is the designated church for the Jubilee Indulgence on Monday, 8 December, the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception. Mass will be offered at 10:00am followed by Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, concluding with Rosary at 2:30pm and Benediction at 3:00pm. Confessions will be available from 11:00am-12:00pm and from 2:00pm-3:00pm. Please see Jubilee 2025 – Indulgence – Diocese of Pembroke for more information about the graces of the Jubilee Indulgence.
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Indulgence jubilaire à l'église Our Lady of Lourdes, à Pembroke : Our Lady of -Lourdes est l'église désignée pour l'indulgence jubilaire le lundi 8 décembre, solennité de l'Immaculée Conception. La messe sera célébrée à 10 h, suivie de l'exposition du Saint-Sacrement, puis du rosaire à 14 h 30 et de la bénédiction à 15 h. Les confessions auront lieu de 11 h à 12 h et de 14 h à 15 h. Veuillez consulter Jubilé 2025 – Indulgence – Diocese of Pembroke pour plus d'informations sur les grâces de l'indulgence jubilaire.
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Jubilee 2025 Calendar of Major Events: https://pembrokediocese.com/jubilee-2025/
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Calendrier des Grands Évènements pour le Jubilé 2025 : https://pembrokediocese.com/fr/jubile-2025/
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THE EVANGELIZATION TEAM / L’ÉQUIPE D’ÉVANGÉLISATION
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THE HOLY SEE / LE SAINT-SIÈGE
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Pope’s Prayer Intention for December 2025: For Christians in areas of conflict – Let us pray that Christians living in areas of war or conflict, especially in the Middle East, might be seeds of peace, reconciliation and hope.
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Intention de prière du Saint-Père pour le mois de décembre 2025 : Pour les chrétiens qui vivent dans des contextes de conflit – Prions pour que les chrétiens qui vivent dans des contextes de guerre ou de conflit, en particulier au Moyen-Orient, soient des semences de paix, de réconciliation et d’espoir.
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VOCATIONS
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1st Thursday Holy Hours to Pray for Vocations: December 4th from 6:30-7:30pm at St. Columbkille Cathedral, Pembroke. The Holy Hour will consist of Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, Sacred Music, a reflection by Fr. Scott Murray, a Rosary for vocations, and time for silent prayer. These Holy Hours are open to everyone, not just those considering a priestly vocation. For more information and details please visit Pembroke Vocations.​
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ADVENT / AVENT
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CCCB – Journey Through Advent 2025: The Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops presents Journey through Advent with the Most Rev. Wayne Lobsinger, Auxiliary Bishop of Hamilton. Join us as we reflect on the Scriptures for the Sundays of Advent 2025.
A joint initiative of the National Liturgy Office, the Office national de liturgie and the Office for Evangelization and Catechesis.
Watch the YouTube video “Journey through Advent – Second Sunday of Advent 2025”:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NTPWNoq-sfc&t=6s.
First Sunday of Advent 2025:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-Ra06xAiu5U&t=3s.
CECC – Cheminer ensemble durant l’Avent 2025 : La Conférence des évêques catholiques du Canada présente « Cheminer ensemble durant l’Avent ». Approfondissons ensemble, avec Mgr Guy Desrochers, C.Ss.R., Archevêque de Moncton, la Parole de Dieu du premier dimanche de l’Avent 2025.
Une initiative conjointe de l’Office national de liturgie, du National Liturgy Office et de l’Office for Evangelization and Catechesis.
Regarder la vidéo YouTube « Cheminer ensemble durant l’Avent – Deuxième Dimanche de l’Avent 2025 » :
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YOFHL5cQe1k.
Premier dimanche de l’Avent 2025 :
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-svYZF0O-xI&t=7s.
Advent Quiet Day led by Father Holly and Father ÄŒasta at Our Lady of Grace Church, Westmeath on Saturday, December 6. Mass at 9:00am followed by a period of adoration of the Blessed Sacrament, the opportunity for Confession and a spiritual talk. The morning will conclude by 11:30am. Participants are invited to bring a bag lunch. All are welcome.
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Advent Fair and “The Christmas Carol Play”: On Saturday, December 6th, the Feast of St. Nicholas at St. Andrew’s Church Hall, beginning at 6pm. Handmade gifts, crafts, baked goods and drinks will be available! St. Nicholas will be visiting the children with special treats after the drama production. Free admission!
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Advent Retreat at Stillpoint House of Prayer: Advent is a sacred and spiritual journey taken by those who wish to pause and reflect as they prepare for Jesus’ birth. Stillpoint invites you to this self-guided event with spiritual direction from Friday, December 12th at 4:30pm to Sunday, December 14th at 11am. Cost: $270. To register or for more information, email inquiries@stillpoint.ca or call 613 432-2791.
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FAITH FORMATION / L’ÉDUCATION DE LA FOI
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MARRIAGE, FAMILY, YOUTH & YOUNG ADULTS / MARIAGE, FAMILLE, JEUNESSE ET JEUNES ADULTES
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PRO-LIFE / PRO-VIE
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PARISH EVENTS / ÉVÉNEMENTS PAROISSIAUX
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Our Lady of Sorrows Religious Articles Store: Did you know that our parish has a wonderful Religious Articles Store located in Our Lady of Sorrows church basement Petawawa? The store is open after 10am Mass every Sunday and offers a beautiful selection of religious gifts perfect for Christmas, Confirmations, weddings, and other special occasions. Come take a look and find something meaningful for yourself or a loved one!!
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​​​​OTHER CATHOLIC EVENTS / AUTRES ÉVÉNEMENTS CATHOLIQUES
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Christmas is here! Join us for a special First Friday of the Month evening: “Mary's Way of the Cross” on Friday, December 5th starting at 6:30pm.
Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82173284163?pwd=eRvSTLhLGkeaS6wRCpfbOAYHQ5E4iR.1.
Noël est arrivé ! Rejoignez-nous pour une soirée spéciale le premier vendredi du mois : « Le chemin de croix de Marie », le vendredi 5 décembre 2025 à partir de 18h30.
Zoom : https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82173284163?pwd=eRvSTLhLGkeaS6wRCpfbOAYHQ5E4iR.1.
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2026 Lift Jesus Higher Rally will be held Saturday, March 14th at the Toronto Convention Centre. Come for a great experience! For details and registration please visit Home - Lift Jesus Higher Rally (LJHR).
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VOLUNTEER & EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES / OPPORTUNITÉS DE BÉNÉVOLA ET D’EMPLOI
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OTHER / AUTRES
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Winter 2026 Classes – Assumption University: Receive a graduate diploma in Catholic Studies (online) at one of Canada’s most historic universities! A completed bachelor’s degree in any discipline with a cumulative average of 70% required. Scholarships available (Deadline to apply: November 28th at noon)! Visit https://assumptionu.ca/ for a complete list of Winter 2026 classes. Register at registrar@assumptionu.ca. Deadline to apply: December 12th, 2025.
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“Emmanuel God With Us” Christmas Concert: On Saturday December 13th at 7pm at the Pembroke Pentecostal Tabernacle, 34 Jordan Avenue, Pembroke. Tickets: $10.00 for adults – free for children 12 under. Proceeds to the Grind Christmas Food program. Contact Deacon Adrien Chaput for tickets at 613 732-7933 ext. 206.
​Pilgrimage to Medjugorje: From May 18 to May 28, 2026 with Fr. Christopher Shalla, Diocese of Pembroke. Price - $3150.00 (includes taxes, side trips and gratuities). Departure from Pearson International Airport Toronto, KLM airlines economy class flight to Amsterdam and Split, Croatia. For more information contact Jack Duggan at 613 756-2655 or email irishjack@bell.net.​
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Jesus rejoiced in the Holy Spirit.​
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(Luke 10.21-24)