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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September 11, 2025

Ferial – Férie

FROM THE DIOCESE

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Chancery Office Hours: Starting Tuesday, September 2nd, the Diocesan Offices will resume normal hours

from 8:30am to 4:30pm Monday to Friday.

 

Heures d'ouverture des bureaux de la chancellerie : À partir du mardi 2 septembre, les bureaux de la

Chancellerie reprendront leurs horaires normaux de 8h30 à 16h30 du lundi au vendredi.

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Healing Service with Eucharistic Adoration: A healing service will be offered at St. Lawrence O’Toole Parish

on Thursday, September 11th at 7:00pm. Guest speaker will be Deacon Adrien Chaput. Musical accompaniment

for the service will be provided. See posters at the church entrances for further information. All are welcome!

 

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Two Members from the Diocese of Pembroke to Receive the Benemerenti Medal: The Holy Father has

bestowed the Benemerenti Medal upon two members of the Diocese of Pembroke: Sister Joan Cronin, GSIC and Mr. Mel Ready. The Most Reverend Michael Brehl, C.Ss.R. will convey the Benemerenti Medal during the celebration of Mass at Our Lady of Lourdes Church, Pembroke, on Saturday, September 13, 2025, at 4:30pm. An opportunity to greet the recipients will follow the Mass. All are welcome.

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FROM THE CCCB / DE LA CECC

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THE SYNOD / LE SYNODE

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JUBILEE 2025 / JUBILÉ 2025

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15th Anniversary of the Canonization of St. Brother André: Autumn pilgrimage to St. Joseph Oratory in this Jubilee 2025 Pilgrims of Hope on Sunday, October 12, 2025, from the Archdioceses of Ottawa-Cornwall, Kingston and Gatineau, and the Dioceses of Pembroke, St-Jérôme and Mont-Laurier. Contact Mike Budge at 613 224-8110 or Liane Ladouceur at 819 661-9426 for more information.

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15e anniversaire de la canonisation de saint frère André : Pèlerinage d'automne à l'Oratoire Saint-Joseph dans le cadre du jubilé 2025 Pèlerins d’espérance, le dimanche 12 octobre 2025, provenant des archidiocèses d'Ottawa-Cornwall, de Kingston et de Gatineau, ainsi que des diocèses de Pembroke, de Saint-Jérôme et de Mont-Laurier. Pour plus d'informations, veuillez contacter Mike Budge au 613 224-8110 ou Liane Ladouceur au 819 661-9426.

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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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Free Webinar – Revive and Thrive: Fostering Parish Renewal: Novalis cordially invites you to a webinar that will be featuring Dr. Pierre-Alain Giffard, on Friday, September 12th at 10:30am EST. Hear about his book on revitalizing the parish, Revive & Thrive – en-novalis.

Check out Novalis’ Facebook event page: WEBINAR | Revive & Thrive: Fostering Parish Renewal | Facebook for more information.

 

Evangelization: Why Relationships Matter More Than You Think – By Dr. Pierre-Alain Giffard: At first glance, the rise of Christianity across the ancient world may seem like a miracle of mass conversions, royal decrees, or eloquent sermons. But what if the true catalyst was something far more ordinary—yet infinitely more powerful? (Read more…)

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L’évangélisation : pourquoi les relations comptent plus qu’on ne le pense – Par Dr Pierre-Alain Giffard : À première vue, la propagation fulgurante du christianisme dans le monde antique pourrait sembler le fruit de conversions massives, de décrets impériaux ou des homélies percutantes. Et pourtant, derrière cette histoire apparente se cache une autre réalité, plus discrète, plus humble… mais infiniment plus puissante. (Lire la suite…)

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THE HOLY SEE / LE SAINT-SIÈGE

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VOCATIONS

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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

 

​Catechesis of the Good Shepherd (CGS) – Registration is open for Pembroke Level 1 and Level 2 CGS at Our Lady of Lourdes Church: This Montessori-based (experiential learning) and child-centered catechetical program offers children a deep engagement with Scripture and the Liturgy, to facilitate the child’s encounter with God, especially Our Lord, the Good Shepherd. The program runs from mid-October to the end of May. This year we are also offering Level 2 (ages 6-8) on Friday from 4:15-5:45pm. Children new to CGS are welcome into Level 2 Level 1 (ages 3-5) runs Saturday from 10:15am-12:00pm. Please register at Our Lady of Lourdes Parish office. The cost is $175, plus $150 for each additional child. To learn more about this beautiful program for our young children, visit cgsac.ca (The Catechesis of the Good Shepherd Association of Canada), or contact Maria Reilander st.hedwigs.cgs@gmail.com.​

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PRO-LIFE / PRO-VIE

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Pizza With a Purpose Day! First Step Options and Domino’s Pizza in Pembroke and Petawawa are once again coming together to build and support stronger communities for those facing pregnancy and parent-related challenges on Wednesday, September 24th. Order a 1 topping pizza for $11.99 using the code word “1STSTEP” and Domino’s will contribute $5.00 for each pizza to First Step Options. Savour the slice and support the cause!​

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Rhythms of Hope Fundraising Concert: On Saturday, October 4th from 2-3:30 p.m. at the Pembroke Pentecostal Tabernacle. Featuring Kathryn Perry, Red Hot Mamas, The Wall Family, Romeo Goyette, and Curtis and Esther Prins with Val Pellerin. Donations to First Step Options appreciated. Please call 613 635-7440 or email fsocentre@gmail.com for more information.

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PARISH EVENTS / ÉVÉNEMENTS PAROISSIAUX

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St. Alphonsus’ Parish Supper: Turkey dinner with all the trimmings, homemade baked beans, pies, and more on Sunday, September 21st from 12 noon – 6pm at the Harrington Community Centre, 52 Pembroke Rd., Chapeau.  Take-out available. Cost: $25/adult - $10/children 7 and older – Children 6 and under: free!

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Souper paroissial – Saint-Alphonse : Dîner à base de dinde avec tous les accompagnements, fèves au lard, tartes et plus encore, le dimanche 21 septembre de midi à 18 h au Complex du Haut Pontiac, 52, chemin Pembroke, Chapeau.  Plats à emporter disponibles. Coût : 25 $ par adulte, 10 $ par enfant de 7 ans et plus, gratuit pour les enfants de 6 ans et moins.

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St. Patrick Parish Supper at Mount St. Patrick will take place on Sunday, September 28th from 1 – 6pm featuring a delicious meal of ham, potatoes, coleslaw, beans, dessert and beverages of your choice for $20.00/adult and 12 years of age and under, $12.00. There will be a raffle, a bake sale tent at DACA, and White Elephant tables and religious articles at St Patrick parish hall. Holy Mass will be celebrated at 12 noon. All are welcome!

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DEVELOPMENT & PEACE / DÉVELOPPEMENT ET PAIX

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OTHER CATHOLIC EVENTS / AUTRES ÉVÉNEMENTS CATHOLIQUES

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16th Annual Women’s Fall Retreat: At St. Michael Catholic High School, Kemptville, on Saturday, October 4th from 9am – 3:30pm. Theme: “Create in me a clean heart, O God.” Keynote speaker: Angèle Regnier. Visit www.womensfallretreat.com to register.

 

Women’s Discernment Weekend: At the monastery of Abbey of Sainte-Marie des Deux-Montagnes on October 17-19, 2025. Limited space available – registrations will be at a first-come first served basis. The cost is $150 for the weekend. Please contact Mary-Kate Long at marykatelong210@gmail.com for more information.

To register: https://forms.gle/8bvDCtsPqAKZNkkTA.

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VOLUNTEER & EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES / OPPORTUNITÉS DE BÉNÉVOLA ET D’EMPLOI

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​Our Lady Seat of Wisdom Employment Opportunities: Our Lady Seat of Wisdom College is currently looking for a part-time Payroll & Reconciliation Specialist and a full-time Donor Relations Officer. Additional part-time positions will be posted in the coming weeks. For more information, see seatofwisdom.ca/about/employment-opportunities/.​

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OTHER / AUTRES

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Kendyl Smith-Trimm Caring for Kids CHEO Fundraiser: Join us for an evening of fun at the Upper Pontiac Sports Complex in Chapeau, QC on Saturday, September 13th from 8:00pm to 1:00am. Our 2nd Annual CHEO Fundraiser in Support of our Childhood Cancer Little Warriors. Evening Includes: Guest Speaker Jolan Wong (Childhood Cancer Survivor and Paralympian), The Magic of Steven Anthony, Live Music by Rewd & Midlife Krisis, Late Lunch, 50/50 draw, raffles and door prize. Tickets are $25 per person and can be purchased by calling or texting Sandra at 613 633-7634 or Cheryl at 613 602-2140.

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Stillpoint House of Prayer presents “The Potter’s Hand – Day Retreat”: Come and enjoy a day with Clarissa Boyce to read scripture, partake in quiet reflections and discover how God, the Creator, designed us in His own image on Saturday, September 13th. Cost: $95 per person including lunch and break. To register or for more information please contact Corrien at inquiries@stillpoint.ca or call 613 432-2791.

 

Celebrating Galilee Centre’s 50th Anniversary: 2025 marks a momentous milestone for Galilee Centre! We invite our friends, volunteers, participants, and supporters to celebrate this milestone with us. Register for any or all events by visiting https://www.galileecentre.com/50thanniversary.

• Official Opening of Martha’s Place – Celebrating the legacy at Galilee Centre of the Sisters of St. Martha of Antigonish – September 19th from noon-2pm. Luncheon 12-1pm, Opening ceremony at 1:15pm. Limited luncheon tickets available at $25, reservations required at website below.

• 50th Anniversary Mass and Reception at St. John Chrysostom Church in Arnprior – Saturday, September 20th at 11am. Most Reverend Michael Brehl, C.Ss.R., Bishop of Pembroke presiding. Reception to follow in the church hall.

 

Stillpoint House of Prayer – “Cup of Light!”: Cup of Light! Is a powerful spiritual journey towards Divine Light happening September 19th-21st. Come and spend time with Karen Lahaise, writer and musician, and explore this inspirational book through discussion and art. Cost: $300 per person, including meals, room and art materials (book may be purchased for a nominal fee). To register or for more information please contact Corrien at inquiries@stillpoint.ca or call 613 432-2791.

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