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Diocèse catholique d'Alexandria-Cornwall Catholic Diocese
220, ch. Montreal Rd, C.P./Box 1388, Cornwall ON K6H 5V4 * 613-933-1138
Sola Deo Gloria
Every Friday Nite
If you are 9 to 17
then join the
Salesian Sisters
every Friday evening for sports, various active
and table games, community building games, and some faith time.
6:30 pm to 8:30 pm
Just $5 for the year
Next weekend
September 13 to 15
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April & May Confirmations
During April and May, Bishop Marcel will confirm more than 375 children in our diocese. Please pray that the Holy Spirit will touch these children and their families in a very special way.
During April and May, Bishop Marcel will confirm more than 375 children in our diocese. Please pray that the Holy Spirit will touch these children and their families in a very special way.
Saturday, May 4th at 9:15 a.m. - Morning
of Reflection
Charles-Claude Émile Centre (146 Chevrier)
All ladies are invited to join us from 9:15 a.m. to noon. The morning includes mass, confession, refreshments, a talk and the rosary. This month Fr. James Swanson, LC continues his series on the Doctors of the Church with St. Bernard of Clairvaux. A donation of $5 is appreciated.
Charles-Claude Émile Centre (146 Chevrier)
All ladies are invited to join us from 9:15 a.m. to noon. The morning includes mass, confession, refreshments, a talk and the rosary. This month Fr. James Swanson, LC continues his series on the Doctors of the Church with St. Bernard of Clairvaux. A donation of $5 is appreciated.
For more information call Carole at 938-3465.
May
5th to 10th - Catholic Education Week
Each year the Catholic community of Ontario engages in a week-long celebration of the unique identity and distinctive contributions of Catholic education. This year’s theme is Growing Together in Faith.
Each year the Catholic community of Ontario engages in a week-long celebration of the unique identity and distinctive contributions of Catholic education. This year’s theme is Growing Together in Faith.
Thursday, May 9th - National March for Life
Pro-Life Cornwall Pro-Vie is
sponsoring a bus to the March for Life in Ottawa on Thursday May 9th. Those interested should call to reserve a place on the
bus.
Bus leaves Wal-Mart south parking lot at 7:30 a.m. with stops at St. Andrews Parish church and Monkland at the former
St. Mary’s Restaurant. We will attend Mass at St. Patrick’s Cathedral at 10:00 a.m. and will join the march at noon.
Bring a lunch and walking shoes. The bus leaves from the front of the Parliament Buildings at 4:00 p.m. sharp for the return to Cornwall. To reserve your spot contact Joan at 613.931.2087. There is no charge to board the bus.
Bring a lunch and walking shoes. The bus leaves from the front of the Parliament Buildings at 4:00 p.m. sharp for the return to Cornwall. To reserve your spot contact Joan at 613.931.2087. There is no charge to board the bus.
May
12th to 19th - National Week for Life and the Family
This first annual National Week for Life and the Family runs from May 12 (Ascension Sunday) to May 19 (Pentecost Sunday). The bishops of Canada decided on this initiative because of the value that the Church places on families.
This first annual National Week for Life and the Family runs from May 12 (Ascension Sunday) to May 19 (Pentecost Sunday). The bishops of Canada decided on this initiative because of the value that the Church places on families.
Thursday, May 16th - A Path of Freedom and Unity
The Associates to the Charism of the Religious Hospitallers of St. Joseph invite you to join them on a path of self-discovery, fellowship and a deepening of faith through a special devotion to the Holy Family. The evening begins at 7:00 p.m. at the Jeanne Mance Hall at the St. Joseph’s Continuing Care Centre (14 York Street, Cornwall). The guest speaker will be Sister Theresa Shannon, rhsj. For more information contact Anne Vincelli at 613-932-3425.
The Associates to the Charism of the Religious Hospitallers of St. Joseph invite you to join them on a path of self-discovery, fellowship and a deepening of faith through a special devotion to the Holy Family. The evening begins at 7:00 p.m. at the Jeanne Mance Hall at the St. Joseph’s Continuing Care Centre (14 York Street, Cornwall). The guest speaker will be Sister Theresa Shannon, rhsj. For more information contact Anne Vincelli at 613-932-3425.
Community
/ Social Events
Saturday, May 4th - Spring Garage & Bake Sale
From 8:00 a.m. to noon at St. Columban’s School (323 Augustus St.)
From 8:00 a.m. to noon at St. Columban’s School (323 Augustus St.)
Hosted
by the St. Columban’s CWL.
Saturday, May 4th - Garage & Bake Sale
From 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Ste-Thérèse Parish Hall (1304 Lisieux St.)
From 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Ste-Thérèse Parish Hall (1304 Lisieux St.)
Hosted by the Auxiliary of St. Joseph’s Continuing Care Centre.
May 10th to 11th - Clothing sale
St. Mary’s Centre in Williamstown.
St. Mary’s Centre in Williamstown.
Sunday, May 12th - Mother’s Day Breakfast
From 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the St. Mary’s Centre in Williamstown. The cost is $7/person. 6 and under FREE.
From 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the St. Mary’s Centre in Williamstown. The cost is $7/person. 6 and under FREE.
Friday Evenings
The Salesian Sisters invite youth from 9 to 14 to join them each Friday from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. for sports, games and some faith time (300 McConnell Ave.). For more information contact Sr. Françoise at 613-937-4956.
The Salesian Sisters invite youth from 9 to 14 to join them each Friday from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. for sports, games and some faith time (300 McConnell Ave.). For more information contact Sr. Françoise at 613-937-4956.