Events

Family Night Out - Come celebrate with your whole family: Enjoy a meal, fellowship, music and more. Save the date: April 28, 4 - 7 pm. Watch bulletin for details or email sjc-family@gpcsd.ca.

SAINT JOSEPH THE WORKER May 1, 2024 Mass at 9am followed by recitation of the Novena, In honor of St. Joseph the Worker and International Workers’ Day Novena begins on April 23, 2024 You can pick-up a copy of the Novena located at the back of St. Mary’s Church.

Into The Breach The Knights of Columbus, Holy Family Council 11495 of Beaverlodge, is inviting all men to come and experience a brotherhood of fellow Christian men, through a faith filled series by Bishop Olmsted called ” Into the Breach”, to help men deepen their understanding of living a truly masculine life in Christ and […]

Mass at 9:00 am followed by adoration until 1:00 pm

The Blessed Sacrament will be exposed following 9:00 am Mass on Friday, May 3th Confessions will be available from 9:30 am to 11:00 am Adoration will continue until 6:00 pm

OEC workshop for developing a five-year parish plan for staff and leaders. The workshop for Deanery 2 is held at Our Lady of Peace Church in Peace River. Please register here.  

Our Parish will be participating in the Annual Highway Cleanup fund raiser again this spring. The Cleanup day is Saturday May 4. We need 36 adults from our parish to make the event a success. Please keep that morning open on your calendar and add your name to the signup sheet on the table in […]

Choir practice is every Saturday at 3:00 pm. All who are interested in singing, please join us in practice. It is by practicing that we can raise our voices in worship in a prayerful manner.

This will be held on Sunday May 5, at 11:00AM – St. Mary’s Church, Beaverlodge. I encourage you all to pray for all the kids who will be making their First Sacrament of Reconciliation (May 3, 2024, at 7:00PM) and First Holy Communion. Sr. Conni Harken will be our guest speaker for the day. This […]

Christian Meditation Course - St. Joseph Church, Grande Prairie Christian Meditation course to introduce interested newcomers to this form of prayer. Sundays until May 26, from 3 - 4 pm in the chapel and will run for 6 weeks. Meditation is central to the Christian experience and is deeply rooted in Christian tradition. It is […]

Prayers to Our Lady of Perpetual Help - Our Lady of Good Counsel, High Level Before Mass every Wednesday at 6:40 pm

La célébration du sacrement de la CONFIRMATION aura lieu le mercredi 8 mai, 19h30, à l’église de Falher. Tous sont les bienvenus. En ce jour où tu renouvelles et confirmes ton appartenance à la grande famille de Dieu, que le Seigneur te remplisse de ses grâces, de ses bontés et de son amour aujourd’hui et […]

Roadside Clean-up Fundraisers We are pleased to announce that St. Mary’s Church, CWL and the K of C have all been selected for the 2024 roadside cleanup program! When: K […]

Archdiocesan Pastoral Council will meet at the Catholic Conference Centre in Peace River. This features representatives from various ministries, committees and parishes in the archdiocese who advise the archbishop.

Christian Meditation Course - St. Joseph Church, Grande Prairie Christian Meditation course to introduce interested newcomers to this form of prayer. Sundays until May 26, from 3 - 4 pm […]

Prayers to Our Lady of Perpetual Help - Our Lady of Good Counsel, High Level Before Mass every Wednesday at 6:40 pm

After 7pm Mass, May 16th

Grades 7-9 welcome to join us to grow in friendship with each other and God. Tons of games, snacks & fun. 1st & 3rd Fridays from 7-8:30pm in SJPII Room

Christian Meditation Course - St. Joseph Church, Grande Prairie Christian Meditation course to introduce interested newcomers to this form of prayer. Sundays until May 26, from 3 - 4 pm in the chapel and will run for 6 weeks. Meditation is central to the Christian experience and is deeply rooted in Christian tradition. It is […]

Prayers to Our Lady of Perpetual Help - Our Lady of Good Counsel, High Level Before Mass every Wednesday at 6:40 pm

Over the summer Sacred Heart cemetery needs to be cleaned approximately every two weeks. At the back of the church is a sign-up sheet– please consider volunteering to head up a group, organizing family, friends, and community members. If you have concerns re: the mowing of the big part, a list will be provided of […]

Roadside Clean-up Fundraisers We are pleased to announce that St. Mary’s Church, CWL and the K of C have all been selected for the 2024 roadside cleanup program! When: K of C on Saturday, May 4 St. Mary’s Church on Saturday, May 11 CWL date Saturday, May 25 All groups will meet at 9am at […]

OEC workshop for developing a five-year parish plan for staff and leaders. The workshop for Deanery 1 is held at St. John the Baptist Cathedral in McLennan. Please register here.  

Christian Meditation Course - St. Joseph Church, Grande Prairie Christian Meditation course to introduce interested newcomers to this form of prayer. Sundays until May 26, from 3 - 4 pm in the chapel and will run for 6 weeks. Meditation is central to the Christian experience and is deeply rooted in Christian tradition. It is […]

Parish Ad Hoc Committee Meeting Monday, May 27th at 7:00PM St. Mary’s Church meeting room

Prayers to Our Lady of Perpetual Help - Our Lady of Good Counsel, High Level Before Mass every Wednesday at 6:40 pm

Thursday, May 30th 9:00 am All are welcome!

St James Church Interior & Window Cleaning Thursday May 30 @ 10 am. On Thursday May 30th we will be doing a spring cleaning of the inside of our Church. Lunch will be provided. Please consider helping, it will be greatly appreciated– more hands make less work. It will be a fun, social work bee!

OEC workshop for developing a five-year parish plan for staff and leaders. The workshop for Deanery 4 is held at St. Paul's Church in High Prairie. Please register here.

5:30 pm on June 3rd Meeting in the parish

Le 6 juin 2024 – Souper pour la semaine des aînés suivis de l’AGA et la collecte de cotisation pour l’année 2024-2025. Si vous voulez manger avec nous, donnez-nous votre nom. Payer votre cotisation de 15 $ et 20 $ pour le souper avant le 31 mai 2024. Vous pouvez payer soit en personne, à […]

Games Night, Thursday, June 6, 5:30 - 7:30 pm Family Bingo! Coffee, tea & cookies (note: there is no meal). Donations to support the parish outreach program, Samaritan’s Basket. All are welcome!

The Office of Evangelization and Catechesis’ first Hospitality and Accompaniment Workshop will be held June 8th, for our church communities in Deanery 3. Time: 9:45 am – 12:45 pm @ St. Joseph Church (Tranquille Hall), Grande Prairie Register here.

Saturday morning. Please contact the parish for further details

After Sunday Mass

Filipino Mass, Sunday, June 9, 4 pm After Mass, join us for fellowship in Tranquille Hall followed by the FAGPA AGM.

Roadside Clean-up Fundraisers We are pleased to announce that St. Mary’s Church, CWL and the K of C have all been selected for the 2024 roadside cleanup program! Thanks to those who volunteered for K Of C, St. Mary’s Church Roadside Clean up! CWL date Saturday, June 15 All groups will meet at 9am at […]

Réunion Annuelle de la paroisse le dimanche 16 juin 2024 après la messe. - Début de la messe: 9H00, suivie d'un repas à la fortune du pot dans le sous-sol. June 16, 2024 Parish Annual General meeting after mass. Mass will be at 9 a.m. followed by a pot luck lunch.

Father’s Day – Family Picnic with Raffle and 50/50 Draw After Mass

Date: Sunday, June 16 th, 2024 Time: 12 Noon (following the 11am Mass) Place: St. Mary’s Church Hall and Grounds, Beaverlodge, AB BBQ, games, and prizes! Face painting! Please bring a salad, side dish, or dessert to share! You can also bring your own lawn chair or blanket to sit in the grassy areas of […]

June 22nd Registration at 10am Full details and sponsorship here

This pancake breakfast is to celebrate the 95th anniversary of the CWL and raise funds for a new refridgerator for the McLennan parish hall. After Sunday Mass on June 23rd

Hometown Nazareth VBS, July 8 - 12 Registration is open! Calling all kids, ages 4 - grade5/6! Come experience what life was like in ancient Nazareth. Discover the village where Jesus grew up. Hear stories about Jesus when he was your age. Register on our website click here. Volunteers needed! Many jobs to do. We […]

The annual Pilgrimage in Eleske will be held this year from July 13-14! The schedule includes blessing of the waters, praying in the four directions, blessing of the cemetery grounds, a healing service, Way of the Cross, followed by a procession and evening Mass. A Sunday Mass will also be held at the grotto Sunday […]

Please contact the parish for more details

Annual pilgrimage held in Little Red River (just outside of Fox Lake) August 1-5th For the parish communities of John D'Or Prairie, Fox Lake and Garden River  

September 10, 2024 Celebration of Mass at 4:30pm Followed by the PPC meeting at 5pm St. Mary’s Church meeting room.

10:00 am - St. Joseph Church, Spirit River Soup and Bun Luncheon afterwards (No Sunday Mass in Rycroft or Silver Valley)

Friday, Sept. 20th 7:00pm-9:30pm Tranquille Hall St. Joseph Church Full details on the poster Tickets are $30, learn more at saintjoseph.ca

Knights of Columbus Meeting September 21, 2024 2pm St. Mary’s Church meeting room

September 24: Tuesday, St. Mary’s PFC meeting at 2pm, St. Mary’s meeting room.

Mass at 5:30 pm followed by supper at 6:00 pm and meeting at 7:30 pm. All ladies welcome

Parish Potluck Sunday and Meet & Greet Let us join together for a special potluck and a warm welcome to our new parish priest, Fr. Lawrence Odoemena October 6, 2024 […]

October 8, Tuesday: PPC meeting at 5pm St. Mary’s Church meeting room

The Grande Prairie Catholic Women’s League meet following the 7pm mass in the Grouard Room on the 2nd Tuesday of every month. Please join us if you are a member […]

"Join us in preparing meals for our shelters around town. We meet in the Tranquille Hall kitchen at 5pm until approximately 7pm." Ignite is St. Joseph's Catholic ministry for young […]

October 10, Thursday: Ward Review Community Consultation, St. Mary’s School at 5:30pm

Game Night presented by the Knights of Columbus is an evening full of food, fellowship and fun. From crib tournaments and cards to board games, there is fun for the […]

La vente de pâtisseries sera le vendredi 11 octobre de 10h00 à 14h00 au Club Alouette. Tous sont invités à apporter quelques mets pour cette vente avant 10h. Venez nombreux […]

October 12, Saturday: CWL meeting at 10am, St. Mary’s meeting Room.

Public Rosary Rally will be held at the Cathedral on Saturday, Oct. 12th at noon. "Please join us as we ask God to save Canada through the Rosary of His […]

October 13, Sunday: Rosary Rally to take place immediately after the 11am Mass   "We want to invite you to join in a Public Square Rosary Rally on Sunday, October […]

Join us for Emmaus Night- a peer-led faith sharing night! It is a great chance to meet other young Catholics, enjoy some snacks and learn more about the rich treasures […]

Our monthly healing prayer service following 7 pm Mass in church. The Prayer Team prays for all types of healing: mental, physical, emotional, spiritual and even for someone not present […]

This will be an opportunity for women from across Alberta and beyond to come together in a fun and faith filled atmosphere with other women to share and deepen their […]

Grades 7-9 welcome to join us to grow in friendship with each other and God. Tons of games, snacks & fun. 1st & 3rd Fridays from 7-8:30pm in SJPII Room 

Meeting after Sunday Mass

Join us for Bible & Beer at Mr. Mikes- an opportunity to grow in our faith and in Catholic community. We will meet at 7:45 pm for food and drinks […]

The Office of Evangelization and Catechesis has three upcoming Hospitality and Accompaniment Workshops in the Archdiocese: Deanery 2: Oct. 26th @ Our Lady of Peace Parish Hall, Peace River Deanery 4: Nov. 23rd @ St. […]

Gather in Tranquille Hall after 9 am or 11am mass to make sandwiches for the St. Lawrence Centre. Parishioners are invited to drop off supplies for making sandwiches for the […]

October 27: Sunday: Knights of Columbus Meeting of the 4th degree and supper. St. Mary’s Church. Volunteers will be needed and donations of food.

October 27, Sunday: Knights of Columbus Meeting of the 4th degree and supper. St. Mary’s Church. Volunteers will be needed and donations of food.

Rosary for Peace ~ The CWL invites all to join them in the recitation of the Rosary on every Tuesday after the 9:00 AM Mass, St. Mary’s Church

Retraite le 1er nov. « Grandir dans l’Amour » au Centre Culturel de 9h00 à 15h30 Pour participer contactez Anita au 7801-624-8661ou par courriel à anitabelzile@gmail.com Le 27 oct. 2024 […]

Le Congrès de la Foi (CÉFFA), sous le thème « Grandir dans l’Amour », sera offert le 1e novembre à Calgary (en présentiel) et au Centre Culturel de St-Isidore (par […]

Adoration - 10:00 am - 7:00 pm, Mass at 7:00 pm

Begins with mass at 7pm followed by 45 minutes of quiet adoration of the Blessed Sacrament with reflect instrumental music. All ages welcome. Sacrament of Reconciliation available during Adoration.

Mass at 9:00 am, followed by St. Joseph Cemetery blessing at 10:00 am

The K of C is sponsoring a Bottle Drive. The deadline to turn in your refundable is Saturday morning November 2nd at 11 am. Please drop of refundable only.

Blessing is after 4pm Mass

Youth grades 7-12 are invited to join us for pizza in Tranquille Hall at 5:30pm, followed by choir practice and the 7pm Mass. Following mass youth in grades 9-12 are […]

Parade of youth parishioners as saints to commemorate both All Saints and All Souls Day. It will be held as part of Sunday Mass, Nov. 3rd    

Harvest Potluck Sunday As part of the Create Hope: Reaping our Rights campaign of Development and Peace — Caritas Canada, we will have a solidarity potluck meal on November 3 […]

10 week Bible study begins on Nov. 4th Every Monday from 1:30 pm to 2:30 pm Based on Dr. Tim Gray's program, with video and discussion

Rosary for Peace ~ The CWL invites all to join them in the recitation of the Rosary on every Tuesday after the 9:00 AM Mass, St. Mary’s Church

After 7:00 pm Mass Nov. 6th

This Men’s Cursillo is a 3 day retreat weekend beginning on Friday evening, November 8th, until Sunday afternoon, November 11th. During the weekend, there will be talks (given by different […]

Gather in Tranquille Hall after 9 am or 11am mass to make sandwiches for the St. Lawrence Centre. Parishioners are invited to drop off supplies for making sandwiches for the […]

November 10, Sunday: K of C Pancake Breakfast. Immediately after the 11am Mass

Rosary for Peace ~ The CWL invites all to join them in the recitation of the Rosary on every Tuesday after the 9:00 AM Mass, St. Mary’s Church

Youth grades 7-12 are invited to join us for pizza in Tranquille Hall at 5:30pm, followed by choir practice and the 7pm Mass. Following mass youth in grades 9-12 are […]

Doors open at 1pm, bake sale begins at 1:30 pm and bingo at 2:00 pm Nov. 17th

Rosary for Peace ~ The CWL invites all to join them in the recitation of the Rosary on every Tuesday after the 9:00 AM Mass, St. Mary’s Church

The Dignity of Life November 20, 7:45 pm, Tranquille Hall Even with the many advances in medicine, death remains an inevitable reality. Rather than see it as the great enemy, […]

Hospitality and Accompaniment Workshop (Deanery 2) - Our Lady of Peace, Peace River The Office of Evangelization and Catechesis has three upcoming Hospitality and Accompaniment Workshops in the Archdiocese: Deanery 2: Oct. 26th @ Our […]

Tea and goodies, Christmas item sale, silent auction and bake sale. 1-4 pm on Saturday, Nov. 23rd

The Rite of Acceptance is an ancient Rite that recognizes the Catechumens decision to begin the process of becoming a member of the Catholic Church through Baptism and welcomes the […]

Rosary for Peace ~ The CWL invites all to join them in the recitation of the Rosary on every Tuesday after the 9:00 AM Mass, St. Mary’s Church

7:00 pm Nov 27th @ McLennan Golden Age Club

Join us for Bible & Beer at Mr. Mikes- an opportunity to grow in our faith and in Catholic community. We will meet at 7:45 pm for food and drinks […]

Overnight Youth Retreat: Nov 29-Dec 1 Grades 7 - 9. This weekend is a great opportunity to make new friends with fun activities, games, prayer, and great food! Register at […]

The Office of Evangelization and Catechesis has three upcoming Hospitality and Accompaniment Workshops in the Archdiocese: Deanery 2: Oct. 26th @ Our Lady of Peace Parish Hall, Peace River Deanery 4: Nov. 23rd @ St. […]

Encounters on the Road to Bethlehem: Peace Retreats Advent Retreat. November 30, 9:45 am - 3:45 pm in the St JPII Room. Explore how God spoke to the major players […]

Advent Wreath Workshop Saturday, November 30, 2 to 4 pm, in Tranquille Hall   Learn about and create your own Advent Wreath. Register at Advent Wreath $25/wreath/family Payment: on-line at […]

Sunday, December 1, 2024 St. Mary’s Church Hall Immediately after the 11 am Mass! Donations of baked goods, Gingerbread and Christmas Crafts will be greatly appreciated! Volunteers are also needed […]

The parish community at St. John the Baptist Cathedral in McLennan have their annual Tourtiere Dinner coming up on Dec 1st! As always, it will have delicious food, various prizes […]

Thursday December 5, 2023 Beginning with the celebration of the Holy Mass at 5pm followed by Potluck Supper, Christmas Gift Exchange, and Christmas “sing-along.” All Ladies are welcome!

OCIA and Parish Renewal This workshop is scheduled for Saturday, December 7, 2024, at St. Joseph Parish Hall in Grande Prairie, from 9:45 AM to 1:30 PM. Register here.

A noter; Les Chevaliers Colomb organisent un Bingo au Dinde samedi le 7 décembre, les portes ouvrent à 1h3 , bingo à 2h00 au Club Alouette. Venez nous joindre.   […]

The Office of Evangelization and Catechesis will host a Pastoral Planning/Hospitality & Accompaniment Workshop for the parish communities of Deanery 5 on December 14th. The meeting will go from 9:45 am to 1:30 pm. Register here for […]

"The Inn" (La Posada), Sunday, December 22 after 11:00 am Mass. A musical reenactment of the Holy Family's search for room at the Inn. All ages welcome. Costumes available. Watch […]

Sunday, Dec. 22nd 2:00 pm Holy Family Catholic Church Grimshaw   There will be light refreshments and snacks to follow afterwards. A staple event of the Christmas season that you […]

Brunch after 10am Mass

After Sunday Mass

After 10 am Mass

All men (16+) are invited to attend the Faith in Action Men’s Conference on Saturday, January 25th, 2025 at Saint Joseph Catholic Church in Grande Prairie. This year’s theme “We love because He first loved us” (1 John 4:19) explores the topic of marriage. Our catholic faith offers us a unique vision of marriage wherein […]

Faith formation program hosted by Knights of Columbus, 12 week program beginning on January 26th

Meeting for the parishes of Deanery 2, 7:00 pm via Zoom

Youth grades 7-12 are invited to join us for pizza in Tranquille Hall at 5:30pm, followed by choir practice and the 7pm Mass. Following mass youth in grades 9-12 are invited for High School Youth Group in St. John Paul II Room.

February 2, 2025 At 11AM St. Mary’s Church

Adoration from 9:30 am to 6:00 pm Begins with Rosary and Chaplet of Divine Mercy at 9:00 am Confessions available until 11:00 am

Gather in Tranquille Hall after 9 am or 11am mass to make sandwiches for the St. Lawrence Centre. Parishioners are invited to drop off supplies for making sandwiches for the […]

February 11: Tuesday: PPC Meeting at St. Mary’s meeting, 5pm

Begins at 7:00 pm with a Rosary and time for confessions, followed by Mass

The Grande Prairie Catholic Women’s League meet following the 7pm mass in the Grouard Room on the 2nd Tuesday of every month. Please join us if you are a member […]

Game Night presented by the Knights of Columbus is an evening full of food, fellowship and fun. From crib tournaments and cards to board games, there is fun for the […]

This Women’s Cursillo is a 3 day retreat weekend beginning on Friday evening, February 14th, until Sunday afternoon, February 17th. During the weekend, there will be talks (given by different […]

"Don’t miss out on this chance to reconnect and strengthen your love, together. Sign up today for a couples retreat on Feb 15th and take the next step toward a […]

Youth grades 7-12 are invited to join us for pizza in Tranquille Hall at 5:30pm, followed by choir practice and the 7pm Mass. Following mass youth in grades 9-12 are […]

As part of the town's Family Day Celebration, a draw will be held at the end of Sunday Mass, Feb. 16th for a McLennan Donair & Pizza family gift card, […]