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*REMINDER* 6th World Day for Grandparents & the Elderly- July 26

Inviting the faithful to honour, accompany, and learn from older generations as witnesses of hope, faith, and love.

This year’s theme is: “I will never forget you” (Is 49:15)

“The celebration of the World Day of Grandparents and the Elderly is an opportunity to rediscover that the Church is called to be a mother to all and that at any age it is always possible to recognize ourselves as sons and daughters of God. May this day, therefore, be an inspiration for everyone, especially the young, to revive the beautiful custom of visiting their grandparents, the elderly members of the family and even those who have no one to visit them.” – Pope Leo XIV

Click here for message from Pope Leo XIV
Click here for Pastoral Toolkit

Posted: 07/17/26 9:51 AM

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A Report of Gratitude: St. Boniface Cup 2026

The St. Boniface Cup 2026 soccer match and community event on June 28th at Rosenort was a resounding success, bringing together Kids, youth, families, and clergy to celebrate community and sportsmanship. The event was made possible through incredible coordination, organization, and generous sponsorship.

The community was blessed with excellent weather and a fantastic turnout from across the Archdiocese, bringing together 93 players (53 – youth and 40 – Kids), 200 parishioners and parents, and 3 parish priests. A major highlight of the afternoon (3 pm) was the community potluck, where everyone enjoyed a wide variety of shared food and wonderful fellowship. We extend our deepest gratitude to our sponsors and organizers, whose coordination and immense generosity made this beautiful day of sportsmanship and community unity possible.

Highlights of the Blessed Event

The St. Boniface Cup 2026 brought together a joyful turnout of 8 teams from 4 local parishes, split equally into 4 kids’ teams and 4 youth teams. The afternoon was filled with great fellowship, competitive spirit, and thrilling matches. The afternoon commenced with an opening prayer and blessing by Fr. Jean Marcel Kabongo, followed by the ceremonial coin toss to start the tournament. After a series of exciting games, the event concluded with a lively group photo. All players received certificates of participation. The tournament wrapped up with the presentation of the St. Boniface Championship Cups 2026 to the winning kids and youth champions, followed by a final prayer and blessing from Fr. Chris Pugh.

Thank you to the four parishes, the Archdiocese of St. Boniface, and the Archdiocese of Winnipeg. Your leadership and teamwork made this day possible and truly showed the spirit of Christian unity.

The kids and youth played hard, showed great sportsmanship, and brought our diocesan family closer together. We pray that we can keep this wonderful tradition going and work together to host the St. Boniface Cup for years to come.

To read Fr. Shibin Bosco’s complete Report, click here.

Posted: 07/17/26 9:48 AM

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*REMINDER* Couples for Christ Answering the Cry of the Poor Walk – August 15, 2026

Join us August 15 at Assiniboine Park in Winnipeg at 8:00 AM for our Answering the Cry of the Poor Walk! Last year, the ACOP Walk gathered over 1,200 registered walkers and generated more than $185,000 in support of ANCOP programs. This growing participation reflects the strong commitment of our faith communities in serving the poor and building hope through action.
ANCOP is the social outreach arm of Couples for Christ, a Vatican recognized lay movement and registered Canadian charity. Guided by Catholic values, it serves the poor through education, housing, and community development programs for the most vulnerable. The ANCOP Walk is our annual flagship fundraising and awareness event that brings together families, parishes, and organizations in a shared mission of charity and solidarity.

To register a parish group, a family or organization, or for updates and information, email us at winnipeg@ancopcanada.org or edwinyazon@yahoo.com

Visit the ANCOP website by clicking here!

Posted: 07/17/26 9:48 AM

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*IMPORTANT UPDATE* SAVE THE DATE!!! Annual Pilgrimage at the Ave Maria Diocesan Grotto in St. Malo – August 16, 2026

Mark your calendars! The 130th annual pilgrimage will take place in St. Malo on Sunday, August 16, 2026.

Ave Maria Grotto, the ministry responsible for Grotto events, has a BRAND NEW WEBPAGE.

CLICK HERE for details on the pilgrimage and much more!

For Pilgrimage poster, click here!

Posted: 07/17/26 9:47 AM

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Saint-Boniface Archdiocesan Gala – September 17, 2026

The Saint-Boniface Archdiocesan Gala will take place on Thursday, September 17, 2026, at the Saint-Boniface Cathedral Hall (basement). Tickets are on sale for $150 each with a $75 tax receipt! Proceeds for the improvement of the Cathedral’s audio-visual system.

For more information, contact Julie Turenne-Maynard by email at consultationjtmconsulting@gmail.com or by phone at 204-771-5585.

For poster, click here.

Posted: 07/17/26 9:45 AM

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Family Summer Camps 2026

The Catholic School of Evangelization (CSE) invites your family to join us for an extended weekend of fun, faith, and fellowship as we explore how family values, rhythms, and priorities can make space for God in everyday life. Games, prayer, family sessions, beach time, and more await!

Location: Catholic School of Evangelization (CSE), St. Malo, Manitoba

Camp Dates

• Camp 1: July 9–12, 2026
• Camp 2 (French): July 16–19, 2026
• Camp 3: July 30 – August 2, 2026

Schedule: Thursday, 6:00 p.m. – Sunday, 3:00 p.m.

Register or Ask Questions Today

REGISTER TODAY! TIME IS SHORT!

FOR POSTER, CLICK HERE

Posted: 06/16/26 7:43 AM

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Teaching in a Catholic School Promo Video

Manitoba Catholic Schools recently launched a video that explores why Catholic education may be the right fit for prospective teachers, while highlighting the meaningful impact educators have both inside and outside the classroom. The video can be accessed here.

Posted: 05/6/26 7:22 AM

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House Blessing

Dear Parishioners,

Peace be with you…

The Purpose of the parish visit is that, through the ministry of the Priest, the Risen Christ may enter your home and bring you peace, joy, love, and hope.

Christ himself will bring you blessings, health, happiness, and comfort through the Word of God and the Holy Spirit. I request all our parishioners to invite me for a house blessing according to your convenience. Let your house be blessed at least once a year.

You are free to call me on my mobile 204-688-8633 or contact our parish office at 204-233-7367 or office@holycrossparish.ca

With prayers,

Fr. Anixavier

 

Posted: 04/2/26 10:14 AM

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Pope Leo XIV proclaims Franciscan Jubilee Year

Pope Leo XIV has proclaimed a “Special Year of St. Francis” to commemorate the 800th anniversary of the saint’s death. During this time of grace, which will extend until January 2027, the faithful are granted the opportunity to obtain a plenary indulgence.

This Franciscan Jubilee Year, considered a gift for the entire Church and an occasion for authentic spiritual renewal, was inaugurated on Jan. 10 with a decree issued by the Apostolic Penitentiary of the Holy See.

Until Jan. 10 of next year, the faithful can obtain this grace under the usual conditions — sacramental confession, Communion, and prayer for the intentions of the pope — by making a pilgrimage to any Franciscan conventual church or place of worship dedicated to St. Francis anywhere in the world.

Furthermore, the elderly, the sick, and those who, for serious reasons, cannot leave their homes can obtain the plenary indulgence by spiritually joining in the jubilee celebrations and offering their prayers, pains, or sufferings to God.

In a world where “the virtual takes over the real, disagreements and social violence are part of everyday life, and peace becomes more insecure and distant every day, this Year of St. Francis spurs all of us, each according to our possibilities, to imitate the poor man of Assisi, to form ourselves as far as possible on the model of Christ,” the decree states.

For the Order of Friars Minor, this time is also an opportunity for the faithful to become “models of holiness of life and constant witnesses of peace.”

On the occasion of this anniversary, Pope Leo XIV addressed a letter to the ministers general of the Franciscan Family Conference in which he emphasized that “in this era, marked by so many seemingly endless wars, by internal and social divisions that create distrust and fear, he continues to speak. Not because he offers technical solutions, but because his life points to the authentic source of peace.”

In this regard, he highlighted that St. Francis reminds us that “peace with God, peace among people, and peace with creation are inseparable dimensions of a single call to universal reconciliation.”

This story was first published by ACI Prensa, CNA’s Spanish-language news partner. It has been translated and adapted by Catholic News Agency.

Posted: 01/15/26 11:01 AM

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2026 Mass Intentions

Holy Cross Parish mass intention booking for 2026 is now open. Please review the guidelines on the new mass intention request form found on the website, in the parish office, and both entrances of the Church, as we have made some changes to be in alignment with the policies established by the Archdiocese of St. Boniface for scheduling mass intentions. Please contact the parish office at office@holycrossparish.ca or (204) 233-7367 with any questions. Thank you for your understanding as we try to follow church guidelines, have masses available for the recently deceased and accommodate those who have regular mass intentions.

Editable 2026 Mass Intention Request Form

 

 

 

Posted: 12/2/25 8:30 AM

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