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Diocesan Home Page Catholic Family Services Board of Directors is looking at recruiting new board members. Information on qualities and expectations of a board member (link) Hello, We have a program coming up in the next couple weeks that we still have spots available for: ​ Stepping Up: A 12-week program for men who have been abusive in their relationships and want to have healthy relationships. This program will run Tuesdays, February 27 to May 21; 6:30 to 8:00 ​ To register for this program, text or call 306 961-8410 or email programs.cfspa@sasktel.net Click here to view the 2024 WINTER & SPRING Life Improvement Programs Click here to view the instructions on how to to assist your clients in booking an appointment through Counselling Connect Saskatchewan. Click here to download a printable version of the poster. CATHOLIC FAMILY SERVICE PRINCE ALBERT COUNSELLING SERVICES ​ To make an appointment to speak with a Counsellor Please call: (306) 922-3202 Monday - Friday, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Catholic Family Services of Prince Albert, Inc. Hours of Operation: Monday – Wednesday & Friday – 9:00 a.m. – noon & 1:00 – 5:00 p.m. Thursday: 9:00 a.m. – noon – 1:00 – 7:30 p.m. ​ Contact Information: Catholic Family Services Prince Albert 1008 – 1st Avenue West Prince Albert, SK S6V 4Y4 Phone: 306 – 922-3202 Toll Free: 1-877-922-3202 Email: cfspa@sasktel.net Website: www.cfspa.ca Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CatholicFamilyServicesOfPrinceAlbert/ ​ Programs and Services include: Counselling, Life Improvement Programs, BRIDGES Program, Strengthening Families Program. For detailed program information visit our website or call us! ​ ​ Catholic Family Services North Battleford We are open: Monday-Friday from 8:30am-12:00pm and 1:00pm-5:00pm Group Programming available evenings and weekends (closed on statutory holidays) Address: #101-1272 101st Street North Battleford, Saskatchewan S9A 0Z8 Phone: (306) 445-6960 Fax: (306) 445-0434 Email: battlefords.cfs@sasktel.net

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Top of Page Untitled January Learn More February Learn More Family Faith Resources Page Learn More St. Turibius of Mogrovejo - March 23 St. Turibius is the patron saint of Peru, Lima, Latin America, Latin America Bishops, Native Rights, Scouts, Valladolid. St. Joseph, Spouse of the Blessed Virgin Mary - March 20 St. Joseph is the patron saint of the Catholic church. Click here to download the St. Joseph craft. St. Cyril of Jerusalem - March 18 St. Cyril of Jerusalem is the patron saint of catechists. March 8 - St. John of God St. John of God is the patron saint of booksellers, hospitals, nurses, the mentally ill and the dying. St. Frances of Rome - March 9 St. Frances of Rome is the patron saints of Benedictine oblates, automobile drivers and widows. St. Patrick - March 17 St. Patrick is the patron saint of Ireland, engineers, those afraid of snakes and Nigeria. Click here to download the St. Patrick craft. March Saints St. Casimir - March 4 St. Casimir is the patron saint of Lithuania and Poland. St. Perpetua and St. Felicity - March 7 St. Perpetua and St. Felicity are the patron saints of mothers, expectant mothers, ranchers, butchers, Carthage and Catalonia.

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Top of Page July Learn More September Learn More Family Faith Resources Page Learn More August Saints St. Sixtus II - August 7 St. Sixtus is the patron saint of the good prosperity of grapes. St. Cajetan- August 7 St. Cajetan is the patron saint of Argentina, the unemployed, gamblers and good fortune. St. Dominic - August 8 St. Dominic is the patron saint of astronomers, the Dominican Republic, and falsely accused people. St. Theresa Benedicta of the Cross - August 9 St. Theresa Benedicta of the Cross is the patron saint of Europe and those who lost parents. July 4 - St. Elizabeth of Portugal St. Lawrence - August 10 St. Lawrence is the patron saint of school children, poor people, cooks and comedians. St. Clare of Assisi - August 11 St. Clare of Assisi is the patron saint of televisions and computer screens. St. Jane Frances de Chantal- August 12 St. Jane Frances de Chantal is the patron saint of forgotten people, widows, and parents who are separated from their children St. Maximillian Kolbe - August 14 St. Maximillian is the patron saint of drug addicts, people with eating disorders, families, journalists, amateur radio operators, prisoners, and the pro-life movement. St. Stephen of Hungary - August 17 St. Stephen of Hungary is the patron saint of kings, masons, stonecutters, stonemasons and bricklayers, and also of children suffering from severe illnesses. St. John Eudes - August 19 St. John Eudes is the patron saint of missionaries, of the Diocese of Baie-Comeau, and of fallen women and prostitutes St. Francois de Laval - May 6 St. Francois de Laval - May 6 St. Pius X - August 21 St. Pius X is the patron saint of First Communicants and pilgrims St. Rose of Lima - August 23 St. Rose of Lima is the patron saint of embroiderers, gardeners, florists, people who are harassed for their piety, and those suffering family problems St. Bartholomew - August 24 St. Bartholomew is the patron saint of leatherworkers, bookbinders, plasterers, butchers, tanners, and shoemakers. St. Joseph Calasanz - August 25 St. Joseph Calasanz is the"Universal Patron saint of all Christian popular schools in the world". St. Louis - August 25 St. Augustine - August 28 St. Augustine is the patron saint of brewers, printers, theologians, and a number of cities and dioceses. St. John I - May 18

A Walk In History This photo, of a wedding party in front of the original Sacred Heart Cathedral (1892-1914) dates to circa 1900.The Bishop's Palace (1894-1973) is visible in the background. The photo was donated to the archives by Roger St. Pierre. It was found in the family home in 1959. The writing near the bottom of this photograph reads: "1st train into Prince Albert N.W.T. Sept., 1890". Photo originates from the Saskatchewan Archives Board. Here, the Knights of Columbus (Prince Albert) make the draw for a giant Christmas stocking (centre). The sign held up by the man in the middle of the photograph reads: "$15 Christmas Stocking donated by Northern Hardware. Proceeds for St. Patrick's Orphanage" The priest to the left is Fr. Bueck. No one else in the photo is identified and the photo is undated. Captions reads: "Confirmation, July 24, 1969 - Mistatim" Archives History of our Diocese A Walk in History Cemetery Act and Regulations Caption reads: "Debuts d'une paroisse - St. Jacques - Albertville, Sask." ("Beginning of a parish - St. James - Albertville, Sask.") This photo was taken at Duck Lake in 1940. Written on the back is: "Classe de francais - 10th annee - Professeur Sr. Ste. Luana" A confirmation class at Batoche (no date). The priests are P. Dubuc and Mgr Leo Blaise. The children are not identified.

2023 Bishop’s Annual Appeal "Believe, Love, Share…. Jesus " ​ Click for Bishop's BAA Letter Donate Now The theme for the 2023 Bishop’s Annual Appeal is “ Believe, Love, Share… Jesus ” The goal this year is $450,000​ Thank you for your support! Every gift is appreciated! ​ If you haven't received an envelope, ask at your parish, they have extras. You can also email bishopsappeal@padiocese.ca or baadirector@padiocese.ca . or call: Andrea Langlois – Director of Bishop’s Annual Appeal 306-922-4747 Ext. 234 or Louis Hradecki, Data Administrator 306-922-4747 Ext. 233. This year we are accepting e-transfers for donations to the appeal (send transfer to officeprogramsmgr@padiocese.ca – state in the comments BAA donation, parish name and your name and mailing address). You can also go to our website to donate by Visa/Mastercard: https://www.padiocese.ca/donate through Canada Helps, and they issue the receipt. We also accept Visa/Mastercard if you call us directly. Receipts are issued in February of 2024. ​ Thank you!! Poster in English ​ Read More Campaign Video in English Read More Affiche en français Pour plus d'informations Vidéo de la campagne en anglais Pour plus d'informations How are we doing? Diocesan Progress Bar $ 436743.44 This Year's target: $450,000 Deanery 1 $ 113275 This Year's target: $101,339.00 Deanery 2 $ 61527.19 This Year's target: $87,065.00 Deanery 3 $ 35935 This Year's target: $48,027.00 Deanery 4 47710 This Year's target: $50,200.00 $ Deanery 5 $ 107831.001 This Year's target: $109,357.00 Deanery 6 $ 45345.25 Date Updated: This Year's target: $53,960.00 Thursday, February 8, 2024 at 8:34:47 p.m. UTC Donate Now

Growing in Faith is for All (Children, Youth, and Adults) Ongoing faith formation for all age groups focused on kerygmatic catechesis, which includes opportunities for encountering Christ. (DC, par. 2). Videos Fr. Mike Schmitz offers pointers on 'How to Keep Your Faith Alive and Growing' Scripture References Deuteronomy 11.18-21

Discernment to the Permanent Diaconate A Treasure Restored Financial Considerations Ministries of Charity, Word and Sacrament Permanent Diaconate Video Study Why a Permanent Diaconate Who can Become a Permanent Diaconate Diocesan Home Page Ministries of Charity, Word and Sacrament ​​ Ministry of Charity A deacon personally serves the poor, the aged, the sick, and the imprisoned, bringing the Gospel to those in need. He preaches and practices social justice. Ministry of Word Deacons proclaim the Gospel and preach at liturgical celebrations. They provide catechetical instruction, adult faith formation, and sacramental preparation. Ministry of Sacrament Deacons assist priests during Mass, administer baptisms, witness marriages, preside at funerals, officiate at Benediction and lead community prayer services.

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