Saint Vincent de Paul
The Society of Saint Vincent de Paul is a lay Catholic organization whose mission is: “To live the Gospel message by serving Christ in the poor with love, respect, justice and joy.” Vincentians see Christ in anyone who suffers; come together as a family; have personal contact with the poor; help in all possible ways.… Read the rest “Saint Vincent de Paul”
Hospiltality
Greeters
Greeters serve as part of the Hospitality Ministry at St. Anthony’s by welcoming parishioners and visitors. They promote a sense of welcoming and belonging. Greeters are the first contact that parishioners and visitors have as they enter the Church. They strive to welcome everyone with joy, kindness, reverence and an open heart.… Read the rest “Hospiltality”
Adult Faith Formation
At St. Anthony’s Parish we strive to offer a variety of experiences which will allow all members of ourcommunity to deepen their knowledge and understanding of our Catholic faith.
Each of our programs offers time for us to come together and to share thoughts and ideas, to ask questions, or just to listen and be listened to.… Read the rest “Adult Faith Formation”
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”