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Bradbury’s

Bradbury’s will take a hiatus for the summer and will resume on Monday, September 8, 2025 from 3:30pm to 5:00pm.

Posted: 05/20/25 10:20 AM

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Habemus papam! – Pope Leo XIV

Today, the Church in Canada and throughout the world rejoices, as His Eminence Robert Francis Cardinal Prevost, O.S.A., after being duly elected by the College of Cardinals, has accepted to become the 267th Bishop of Rome, successor of Saint Peter, and vicar of Christ on earth! Taking the name Leo XIV, the Roman Pontiff, as the successor of Saint Peter, is the “perpetual and visible source and foundation of the unity both of the Bishops and the whole company of the faithful” (Lumen Gentium, no. 23). As our loving shepherd and spiritual guide, Pope Leo XIV’s ministry is to orient Christ’s flock toward the kingdom of heaven, where the citizenship of Christians truly lies (cf. Philippians 3:20-21).

Pope Leo XIV was born in Chicago, Illinois, on 14 September 1955. As a member of the Order of Saint Augustine (O.S.A.), in which he held various leadership positions, he dedicated many years of service to the Augustinian missions in Peru as a priest and seminary professor. He was eventually appointed Bishop of Chiclayo, Peru, by Pope Francis. As a Bishop of the Church in Peru, he served as Vice President and member of the Permanent Council of the Peruvian Bishops’ Conference. In 2023, Pope Francis appointed him as Prefect of the Dicastery of Bishops and elevated him to the College of Cardinals. Pope Leo XIV holds a doctorate in canon law from the Pontifical College of St. Thomas Aquinas in Rome.

Commenting on this historic moment, the President of the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops, the Most Rev. William T. McGrattan, Bishop of Calgary, asks the faithful to embrace the new Pope: “I encourage the faithful in Canada to unite with their local Ordinary in welcoming Pope Leo XIV as our new Holy Father, and to remember him daily in their prayers so that he may embark on his Petrine ministry with fidelity, confident that the Lord will help him.”

As the Church in Canada rejoices today with Christians throughout the world, let us remember our new Holy Father in prayer, that despite the considerable weight of his role and responsibilities, his yoke may be easy and his burden light (cf. Matthew 11:28-20). May God grant strength and wisdom to our Holy Father Pope Leo XIV, and may Mary, Mother of the Church, be ever at his side, guarding him with her mantle of protection.

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Posted: 05/9/25 12:11 PM

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Pope Francis – December 17, 1936 – April 21, 2025

It is with profound sadness that the Archdiocese of Saint Boniface learned of the passing of Pope Francis on the morning of April 21^st.

“Pope Francis was and continues to be a source of inspiration for Catholics, notes Archbishop Albert LeGatt. He significantly impacted the life of the Church and the life of the world. He will be profoundly missed. His teachings and personal example will surely live on.

“For all in the world, he was a tireless defender of the poor, the downtrodden, victims of war, migrants, survivors of clergy abuse and the marginalized. He continually called for peace and solidarity, as well as a proper stewardship of the environment.

“His heartfelt apology in 2022 to the Indigenous of Canada and his recognition of the Church’s role in the repression of their language, culture and spirituality that occurred in residential schools was an important milestone in the continuing journey of reconciliation with First Nations, Inuit and Métis people across the country, and in our own archdiocese.

“For the Church, Pope Francis brought profound changes through his advancement of synodality, of listening to all as a way to foster a greater participation by all in the Church’s life. He brought special attention to young people, families and those distant from the Church. He continued the transformation of the Church’s administration and its financial transparency.

“We ask all the faithful to keep the Holy Father in their prayers.”

We ask that Pope Francis be welcomed into your presence, O Lord, accompanied by the Blessed Virgin Mary, St. Joseph, St. Francis of Assisi, and all the saints, and that you would bring comfort to us, Pilgrims of Hope, who mourn.

A memorial Mass for Pope Francis, presided by Archbishop LeGatt, will be held this Friday, April 25^th at 7:30 PM in Saint Boniface Cathedral. All are invited to attend.

For a prayer card for the repose of Pope Francis, click here.

CLICK HERE FOR Statement by the Most Rev. William T. McGrattan, Bishop of Calgary, and President of the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops on the Passing of Pope Francis

Watch the Funeral Mass for Pope Francis

Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 3:00 a.m. Central Time

The faithful of the Diocese are invited to unite in prayer and remembrance as we prepare to celebrate the funeral Mass for our Holy Father, Pope Francis. His legacy of hope, mercy and service continues to inspire millions across the world.

Join the faithful around the globe for the funeral Mass of Pope Francis, which will be livestreamed from St. Peter’s Square on Saturday, April 26, at 3 a.m. our time. The Mass will be presided over by Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re, with world leaders, religious representatives and thousands of pilgrims in attendance.

Watch live here: www.youtube.com/user/vatican/live
Let us pray for Pope Francis and unite in prayer for the Holy Catholic Church in this time of transition.

Posted: 04/25/25 9:52 AM

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Mother Daughter NFP Classes with Serena Manitoba — April 26th, May 31st, or June 14th, 2025

Discussing upcoming and ongoing changes in a girl’s body from her tween to her teen years, to becoming a young lady, can be a delicate topic.  Serena offers three Mother Daughter NFP (Natural Family Planning) / Body Literacy classes, each one appropriate for three different age groups, stimulating and encouraging ongoing communication between moms and their daughters about their femininity in light of God.  Our Mom & Tween class for 9 – 12 year olds will be held Saturday, April 26th at St. Emile Parish from 1 – 5pm.  The Mom & Teen and Teen/YA (Young Adult) Classes will be held on Saturday at the Archdiocese of St. Boniface from 1 – 4:30pm on May 31st for 13 – 15 year olds looking at Body Literacy and an Intro to Charting, and on June 14th for 16 – 21 year olds focusing on Advanced Charting.  Suggested donation is $15 per mother-daughter(s) set, per class. Payment can be made by cash or cheque at the event, or via etransfer at [email protected] before or after the event. Optional NFP items will be available for purchase at the Teen and Teen/YA classes. For more info, contact Janelle at [email protected] or 204-783-0091. To register, go to bit.ly/mother-daughter-2025, or see the poster at bit.ly/mother-daughter-poster.

Posted: 03/28/25 12:21 PM

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Lift/Elevator

Good News! Our NEW ELEVATOR is fully functional and paid in full! Thanks to everyone for your generous donations.

On a note for users:

• Please do not hold the buttons. It operates as a “normal elevator.”
• One touch of the button is all that is required.

The new markings are:

• 3 . . . Church/Washroom
• M . . .Lobby – Main Floor
• 1 . . . Parish Office/Boardroom
• LL . . .Hall/Basement
• There is a HELP button in the elevator, should you need immediate assistance.
• If the HELP button has been activated, please wait until the recorded message is completed.  Then inform the operator of your emergency.
• If HELP button has been pressed accidentally, please remain in the elevator to inform operator that assistance is not required and the call will be cancelled.  This is to prevent emergency services being dispatched.

This elevator is new and may require a few minor adjustments.  Should you encounter any non-emergency problems, please inform the Parish Office during regular business hours at 204 -233-7367 or [email protected]

 

Posted: 02/28/25 9:49 AM

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2024 Donation Receipts

The 2024 donation receipts have been mailed. If you do not receive them in the mail in the next week, please contact the parish office at 204-233-7367 or [email protected] so we can re-issue you another. If we have made an error on your donation tax receipt for 2024, please contact the parish office.

 

Posted: 02/14/25 10:09 AM

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Holy Cross Parish Men’s Group

Attention men of Holy Cross! All men ages 18 and up are invited to the Holy Cross Men’s Faith Sharing and Prayer Group, which meets on the 1^st and 3^rd Wednesday of the every month at 7:00pm in the church. Video presentation, faith sharing, and discussion, closing with the holy rosary. We learn, we share, we discuss, and we pray.

Please contact Charles at (204) 235-1725 or [email protected]  or Christophe at (431) 866-5138 or [email protected] for more information.

 

 

Posted: 11/10/23 2:07 PM

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Devotions Prior to 7:45am Weekday Masses

There will be a new format of devotions, as below:

• 7:00am – Invitatory and Morning Prayer, from the Church’s Divine Office, also known as the Liturgy of the Hours – which the Church encourages all laity to pray.
• 7:15am – Rosary
• 7:35am – Sacred Silence
• 7:45am – Daily Mass

In order to follow along in this Morning Prayer, in lieu of everyone having to bring their own books, we suggest, for all who are able, to download the free iBreviary app for iPhone or Android phones or iPads/tablets. Then those who are able to use this app can participate in responses. All others may still follow along prayerfully.

We are excited to begin this new initiative, and to join with the prayer of the Church!

To view the poster, click here.

 

Posted: 10/19/23 8:37 AM

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Employment Opportunities

Manitoba Catholic Schools are hiring!

Follow your vocation in our Catholic Schools!

Are you currently attending university with the intent of becoming a teacher? Do you know someone who is? Why not consider bringing your faith and work together by teaching at a Catholic School? Just starting out? We are always looking for substitute teachers! A new graduate? Check out our website for employment opportunities. www.mbcatholicschools.ca  Join our team today!

Posted: 05/15/23 7:29 AM

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Bulletin Announcements

All bulletin announcements must be emailed to [email protected] or handed into the parish office by noon on Wednesdays and must be approved by Sister Charlotte Leake.

Any announcements forwarded to the office after the cut-off, will be published the following week if approved.

 

Posted: 04/21/23 8:18 AM

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