Today is the Second Sunday of Lent. We continue our Lenten journey.
Almighty and Everlasting God, You have given the human race Jesus Christ our Saviour, as a model of humility. He fulfilled Your Will by becoming Man and giving His life on the Cross. Help us to bear witness to You by following His example of suffering, and make us ... Continue reading "Weekly Update: February 26 – March 1, 2024"
Dear St. Mark CES Parents and Guardians,
On Ash Wednesday, we began the Lenten season.
God our Father,
You formed us from the dust of the earth and brought us to new life in Christ through the waters of Baptism. We ask you to change our hearts as we journey through these forty days of Lent. Help ... Continue reading "Weekly Update: February 19-23, 2024"
Ash Wednesday takes place this week on February 14th. This day is the beginning of our Lenten journey as we prepare for Easter, the greatest feast of the Church year.
Let us reflect upon the changes we need to make in our lives so that we can better reflect a life of Christ.
Dear God, As we begin the ... Continue reading "Weekly Update: February 12-16, 2024"
Welcome to February!
February is Black Heritage Month. Throughout this month we celebrate the many achievements and contributions of Black Canadians both past and present. We recognize the courage of those forced to fight for freedom and equality. May their example inspire us to build a community of justice in our school, community, and throughout the world.
God of ... Continue reading "Weekly Update: February 5-9, 2024"
During the month of January we continue to reflect on the virtue of unity. Let us reflect on this scripture reading from St. Paul about unity.
A reading from the letter of St. Paul to the Ephesians (Eph. 4: 2-6)
Be always humble, gentle, and patient. Show your love by being tolerant with one another. Do your best to ... Continue reading "Weekly Update: January 29 – February 2, 2024"
Wednesday, January 24th is Let’s Talk Day, a day dedicated to moving mental health forward in Canada. On this day we are invited to build awareness and promote actions that encourage others to open up and talk honestly about mental illness. Important ideas shared on this day include the fact that it is okay not to be okay and that it is important ... Continue reading "Weekly Update: January 22-26, 2024"
