Diocesan Communiqué – February 4, 2025

February 7, 2025

Martha Spirituality Centre offering: There is still space available for the Book Study beginning February 13, 2025, using the book “Boundless Compassion: Creating a Way of Life” by Joyce Rupp. “Her exploration of how the heart might open to ourselves, to one another, to all living beings, and to the earth becomes a master class in Love”. Participants are responsible for purchasing their own book. This will be offered from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. on the second and fourth Thursdays of February to April 2025. Cost is $25 and it will be held on Zoom. To register, email: lynnedelong284@gmail.com

The Martha Spirituality Centre at SDU Place will be open on Monday afternoons from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. for the month of February. This is for anyone wishing to drop in for some quiet time to pray or meditate, or to just have a coffee and spend time looking through our collection of books and CDs on Spirituality that the Centre has to offer. If this would be of interest to you, please give Gail a call at 902-388-8466, send an email to: gail.spiritualitycentre@gmail.com or drop over to the Centre entrance at the backdoor of SDU place and ring the bell for assisted entrance.

Seal of the CWL

*CORRECTED SINCE LAST WEEK* The CWL Area Meeting West will be at St. Paul’s in Summerside on Saturday, February 15th from 9:30 am until 2:00 pm.  Lunch will be a sharing table. Guest speakers are Sr. Sue Kidd on Church Teaching on End-of-Life Care and Provincial Vice President Cheryl Boom on Membership. We hope to see as many members there as possible.  

*CORRECTED SINCE LAST WEEK* The CWL Area Meeting East will be at St. Dunstan’s Basilica on Saturday, March 1st from 9:30 am until 2:00 pm. Lunch will be a sharing table. Guest Speakers: Sr. Rosemary MacDonald on Church Teaching on End-of-Life Care and Provincial Vice President Cheryl Boom on Membership. We hope to see as many members there as possible.  

Join us for the Diocesan Jubilee Pilgrimage to Austria, Poland, and Italy, featuring an extensive stay in Rome this June! We still have a few spots available for this unforgettable pilgrimage to the heart of our faith. Experience the rich history of Europe, walk through Rome’s ancient streets, and fully immerse yourself in the vibrant Jubilee celebrations. A highlight of this pilgrimage will be the opportunity to meet Pope Francis during his Wednesday audience. You’ll also journey with our diocesan community under the spiritual guidance of Bishop Joseph. Don’t miss this chance to deepen your faith and create lasting memories. For more information, please contact QS Travel & Tours Inc. at 905-412-3355 or 1800-565-3619.

Steubenville Atlantic is coming! Talks, friends, fun! Join youth from across the Maritimes at Steubenville Atlantic, a dynamic youth conference hosted at Dalhousie University, July 11-13. This year’s theme is Consumed (Deut 2:24)! Registration is open for youth in grades 9-12. The early bird price is $250, until March 21. For more information contact your parish group leader, or Lauren at youth@dioceseofcharlottetown.com

DIOCESE OF CHARLOTTETOWN
Job Opportunity – Business Manager

The Roman Catholic Diocese of Charlottetown is seeking a dedicated Business Manager to support the Bishop in overseeing the Diocese’s financial and property matters. This role involves collaborating with parishes, monitoring investment performance, leading fundraising initiatives, and ensuring financial due diligence.
Permanent, flexible, part-time hours with a potential full-time option. Position is available immediately.
Compensation: $40,000 (PT)
Please refer to the Diocesan website for more information and how to apply:
https://dioceseofcharlottetown.com/employment-opportunity-business-manager-for-the-diocese-of-charlottetown/

Heart-of-The-Matter Marriage Prep Course will be offered on two occasions this spring: March 21/22 and May 30/31. If you are getting married in the Catholic Church, you will need to attend a marriage preparation course. Please reach out for details to Pat at patricia.wiedemer@outlook.com or call or text 902-393-6047. The courses run from Friday evening and all-day Saturday and are held in St Francis Parish in Cornwall. Registration is required.