The People’s Gospel Choir of Montreal at St. John Fisher Parish on Sunday, February 2, 2020 at 6:30 p.m. Tickets $20 ($10 for under 12yrs). Contact Jennifer Pastor 514-426-3892 A portion of the proceeds go to support St. John Fisher Parish.

We all want to be free but why it is so difficult to make decisions? Is there a way to know that we are making the right decisions? Is being authentic different from being spontaneous? How can we foster freedom in children without imposing our views? Susana has a doctorate degree in philosophy. Her areas of interest are: Theory of action (freedom, determination, identity), Theory of knowledge, and interdisciplinary studies on human behaviour. She is a consultant for cultural projects at Institute Tour des Pins and Association pour le développement sociale de la femme, Montréal, Québec. All are welcome.

This year, Fr. Lloyd Baugh, SJ, presents the ten films of Kieslowski’s Decalogue. Loosely inspired by the Ten Commandments, the films are consistent in their sharp focus on the absolute primacy New Testament commandment to “love your neighbour as yourself". Join him on Friday, January 31 at 7 p.m. in the parish rectory (6405 de Terrebonne, Montreal, H4B 1A8) to view the film "A Short Film about Loving”. Free admission and popcorn, with discussion to follow! For information, contact Fr. Lloyd at 514-481-0267 ext. 232 or [email protected].

Study session (seven evenings) of the encyclical Laudato Si’, Praise to You Lord is planned for January – March 2020. One of the best ways to learn the teachings in this encyclical is in a small group. We will use the Jesuit Forum Dialogue Guide.  Meetings will be held Wednesday evenings from 6-7:30 p.m. starting January 22 until March 11 at the Archdiocese of Montreal (2000 Sherbrooke St. West, Montreal, H3H 1G4). Please note the exception of two dates, i.e. February 4 and February 25: we will meet on Tuesday instead of Wednesday.   Please RSVP for the study sessions by January 20 and kindly indicate whether you need a hard copy of the dialogue guide for $10.  RSVP to Kim Piché at [email protected].

The World Day for Consecrated Life was instituted by Pope John Paul II in 1997, a day of prayer for those women and men who have devoted their lives to God in consecrated life. It takes place every year on February 2, on the feast of the Lord's Presentation at the Temple. In Montreal, you are invited to join Archbishop Christian Lépine and the Consecrated Religious for Mass on Saturday, February 1, 10:30 a.m. at Mary Queen of the World Cathedral (1085 de la Cathédrale, Montreal, H3B 2V3). Following Mass, the consecrated religious are invited to stay for a day of prayer, reflection, sharing and fellowship. RSVP required. Please contact Soeur Madeleine Rochette, CND, Director of the Office de la Vie consacrée at [email protected].

The next meeting being offered by our group for single moms will be held on Saturday, February 1 from 4 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. at St. Monica Parish (6405 de Terrebonne, Montreal, H4B 1A8). The evening will begin with mass (come early if you want to go to confession) followed by a pot luck dinner and activities for mothers and their children. Babysitting is available but please note that requests need to be made ahead of time. If you plan to join us please register online below. For more information contact [email protected] Looking forward to an evening of fun, food and fellowship.

If you have experienced the death of a spouse and would like to join others for mutual support and sharing in the context of faith, please join us every first Monday of the month from 9:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at St. Edmund of Canterbury Parish (105 Beaconsfield Blvd., Beaconsfield, H9W 3Z8) in the Fr. MacEntee Room. All are welcome. For information contact Anne Parsons at 514-457-2183.

All married couples are invited to attend a special, bilingual mass on Saturday, February 8,  5 p.m. at Mary Queen of the World Cathedral (corner René-Lévesque Blvd. West and Mansfield, downtown Montreal) near Bonaventure Metro. Mass will be celebrated by Archbishop Christian Lépine. During the celebration, couples will be invited to remember the day of their marriage and renew their wedding vows.

Our annual diocesan celebration of World Day of the Sick will take place on Saturday, February 8 from 9 a.m.- 2 p.m. at St-Isaac-Jogues Parish (1335 Chabanel St. East, Montreal, H2M 2N8). It is a wonderful opportunity to come together to pray together with and for those who are sick. Opportunities to receive the Anointing of the Sick and Reconciliation will be available. Eucharist will take place at noon followed by a simple meal. Mass at 12 p.m. will be presided by Archbishop Christian Lépine of Montreal. All are welcome. Contact SASMAD Pastoral Home Care Co-ordinator for the English sector, Cathie Macaulay, at [email protected].

Non-profit organization Souffle et Vie sans Frontières needs volunteers for the Marche du Pardon 2020 on Good Friday - the longest Way of the Cross North-South in Montreal that starts at 8 a.m. near metro Henri-Bourassa in St. Maron Church Cathedral and ends at 3 p.m. for the Good Friday celebration at St-.Denis Church (metro Laurier). If you would like to be part of this extraordinary experience, please join the group of current volunteers at our next meeting that will take place on February 9, 2 p.m. at St-.Denis Church (5075 Rivard St., Montreal, H2J 2N9).

Come to our information session on Saturday, February 8 from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Catholic Centre (1857 de Maisonneuve Blvd. West, Montreal, H3H 1J9) to hear about how you and your evangelization team can work with CCO to build a multiplying movement in your parish. Dennis Barry, previous team leader at Concordia University for three years, and now leader of CCO's Parish team will share information about the methods, approaches and tools CCO offers for partner parishes. The session will include a presentation, time for networking and Q & A. Everyone is welcome. Contact CCO Parish & Alumni Manager, Dennis Barry at [email protected].

Bishop Robert Barron’s film series illuminates people who not only shaped the life of the Church but changed the course of civilization. Join our guest presenters, Prof. Michael Van Dussen and Fr. Paul Geraghty, on Wednesday evenings, February 12 and 19 from 7 p.m.- 9:15 p.m. in the parish hall (6405 de Terrebonne St., Montreal, H4B 1A8) as they help us to unlock the truth behin

We invite you to come to the Adoration Chapel every Monday and Friday, from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., and join us in praying the Rosary for the unborn to ask Our Lord for the end of abortion. Then He will answer them, "Truly, I say to you, as you did it not to one of the least of these, you did it not to me." Matthew 25:45

Join us for this Saturday workshop in which we will reflect on the ways that God teaches us and the way that we are called to share with others what God has given us. Teachers and catechists can benefit especially from this reflection on divine pedagogy, but the course can also be of great use to students, parents, and anyone who accompanies others.

Celebrating Week of Prayer for Christian Unity in Montreal - In Montreal, a celebration has been planned for Sunday, January 19, 3 p.m. at the Armenian Apostolic Church (615 Stuart Ave., Outremont, H2V 3H2) with Archbishop Christian Lépine among those participating in the celebration as faith community representatives and leaders. The Canadian Council of Churches and its ecumenical partners, the Canadian Center for Ecumenism and the Prairie Center for Ecumenism, invite everyone to take part. All are welcome.

Each year, the World Youth Day Montreal (WYD MTL) choir gathers around 30-50 singers to serve liturgy through prayer in song at the WYD MTL mass. And you're invited to be a part of the choir this upcoming year! Rehearsals 1. Sat., Jan. 18 1-3:30pm, Sat., Jan. 25 1-3:30pm, Sat., Feb. 15* or 29* 1-3:30pm, Fri., Mar 20, 6:30-9pm, Fri., Apr. 3, 5:30-8:30pm, Sat., Apr 4, 12:30-4:00pm

Offered every third Monday of the month, 7:30 p.m. at St. Thomas à Becket Parish (4320 Ste-Anne St., Pierrefonds, H9H 4Y7). Our evening includes Eucharistic Adoration, prayerful music, scripture, and reflection. The Sacrament of Reconciliation is offered and prayer teams are happy to meet with you. Our next service will be January 20. All are welcome. Contact Elsa Rivera at [email protected]

Enslish session: Tuesday, January 21. We strongly encourage all fabrique pastors and administrative personnel to attend this symposium which will provide important and the most  up-to-date information and guidance to assist you in your administrative duties. Please RSVP to  [email protected], indicating “Symposium 2020” in the subject line.

PILGRIMAGE TO THE HOLY LAND: This summer, travel in the footsteps of Christ with Archbishop Christian Lépine (June 26- July 8, 2020) It is an opportunity for young adults to follow in the footsteps of Jesus Christ in the hope of increasing our determination and courage to conform more to Him and to live with confidence as disciples in today’s world. Find out more at our next info session: Thursday, January 23 at 7 p.m. Archdiocesan Offices 2000 Sherbrooke St. West Montreal, H3H 1G4 Limited parking available via Fort Street.