Alpha
Alpha is a parish tool for evangelization based on hospitality, sharing and open conversation. The same Alpha content is run all over the world by Christians of all traditions and provides a common expression of proclamation, service and witness. Millions of people have experienced Alpha in 112 languages in 169 countries around the globe.… Read the rest “Alpha”
Catholic Women’s League
The Catholic Women’s League of Canada (CWL) is a national organization rooted in gospel values calling its members to holiness through services to the people of God. CWL members contribute to the life and vitality of the church, family and community, both at home and abroad.… Read the rest “Catholic Women’s League”
Parish Religious Education for Children (PREP)
PREP is a Ministry that teaches the principles of the Catholic faith to those children (grade 1-7) of our Parish that attend public school or non-Catholic independent schools, preparing them to receive the Sacraments of First Reconciliation, First Holy Communion, Confirmation, and perhaps even Baptism.… Read the rest “Parish Religious Education for Children (PREP)”
Prison Ministry
Prison Visitation is made up of men and women volunteers who minister to help our brothers and sisters “redeem, restore and reconcile” their lives, by visiting inmates in provincial and federal prisons. Inmates often feel unloved and unlovable, but have said in many ways that the volunteers show them that the community hasn’t given up on them.… Read the rest “Prison Ministry”
Christian Meditation
We are an ecumenical Christian meditation prayer group, which serves the parishioners and the community at large. We meet as a group “to nurture and communicate meditation as passed on in the Christian tradition through the teachings of Father John Main (a Benedictine monk) in the spirit of serving the unity of all.”… Read the rest “Christian Meditation”
Parish Visitor Program
Trained volunteers visit parishioners to offer emotional and spiritual support during sickness, bereavement, or other life changes that may isolate them from the parish community. Visitors seek to live the Gospel values of patience, kindness, compassion, and gentleness, and to strengthen the parishioner’s connection with the parish community.… Read the rest “Parish Visitor Program”
Youth Alpha
After the first successful Youth Alpha Movie Series, St. Anthony’s Parish will run the NEW YOUTH Alpha! STAY TUNED. The new series will be released in October and we will begin early November. Please call the office or email for the date of the next course and you will be contacted when a date is decided.… Read the rest “Youth Alpha”
CCO: Discover Discipleship
Discovery leads you through a simple but personally challenging look at the Gospel message. It will allow you to strengthen your relationship with Jesus, grow in fellowship with other parishioners and learn how to share your faith with others. It is a 6-week series, usually 1-1.5 hours in length led by a facilitator and includes lively discussion with fellow group members.… Read the rest “CCO: Discover Discipleship”
Ushers
Ushers are a part of the Hospitality Ministry at St. Anthony’s Parish. They serve at all the weekend Masses and on Holy Days of Obligation.
Ushers are responsible for assisting parishioners to find seating when the Church is crowded. They also ensure that parishioners are available for the Offertory Procession.… Read the rest “Ushers”
Lectors
The Lector Ministry calls for volunteers to grow in a warm and loving knowledge of Scripture, which is the living Word of God. Lectors proclaim the Word of God at Mass and other liturgical services. They are encouraged to read scripture in a clear and meaningful way so that everyone can hear and understand what is being said.