St Pius X Parish is a Catholic parish in Calgary near the University of Calgary. It is also known as the University parish because we have many international students and teachers. Welcome to St. Pius X Roman Catholic Church “To Restore All Things In Christ” – Pope Pius X Motto NEW TO OUR PARISH LIVE STREAM Click here to learn more..... New Parishioner St. Pius X Parish in Calgary, Alberta welcomes all community members and visitors. Our vibrant parish is active in promoting the Christian message and living the motto of our patron, St. Pius X, “to restore all things in Christ”. Do you want to join our Parish? Please fill out the form below Registration Form Sunday Mass Saturday: 5:00 pm Sunday: 9:00 am & 11:00 am Weekday Mass Wednesday, Thursday, Friday at 9:00 am Join our Parish YouTube Channel each Sunday at 11:00 am for our livestream mass. Children's Sacrament Preparation Registration for First Reconciliation is open but will close on October 4th . To register please click here For First Communion registration please click here For Confirmation registration please click here Preparation for all Sacraments are held at St. Pius X Parish Food in the Desert Liturgy of the Hours Daily at 6:30 pm with Deacon Dan via Zoom. Contact Deacon Dan to join. Faith Formation Our Parish has signed up for ‘Formed’, a website to help you with daily prayers and opportunities to increase your Catholic faith. To register: 1. Visit formed.org 2. Click Sign Up 3. Select “I Belong to a Parish or Organization” 4. Find St. Pius X Parish by zip code: T2M 2A2 5. Enter your email – and you’re in! Donate Our parish relies on your Sunday offerings for maintenance and growth. Thank you for your continued support. For more information on how you can support our Parish and/or our St Vincent de Paul Society as they continue to feed the hungry, click the button below. HOW TO DONATE Grocery Card Fundraiser St. Pius X is a participant in the grocery card program offered by local grocery stores. By participating in the program, we can all help fund raise for the Parish. The Grocery Cards are on sale after weekend Masses. Thank you for continuing to support our Parish fundraiser. FIND OUT MORE Reconciliation & Adoration Father Sajo will hear confessions on Saturdays from 4:00 to 4:45 pm. Adoration is held on the First Friday of the Month after the 9:00 am Mass. Children's Liturgy Our Parish continues to support parents with their children’s faith journey with the on-line resources listed on the Children’s Liturgy page. LEARN MORE Diocese News The Diocese sends out a bulletin each week to Parishes with information to share with their Parishioners. We encourage you to read the Diocesan Bulletin and stay updated with the news in our Dioceses. Click here for the bulletin 2024- 2025 Ministry Invitation Our Ministry volunteers are essential. Ministry Sign ups for the current year started on the weekend of September 28/29. If you missed signing up, there are forms available in the church vestibule. Drop off your completed invitation in the Ministry Invitation Box. Fr.Sajo Jacob Email Father Sajo Priest (403) 289-3602 Dan Deck Gracia Dorval Deacon Parish Secretary Parish Bookkeeper Email Deacon Dan Email Parish Secretary Email Parish Bookkeeper (403) 289-3602 Pastoral Assistant Job Opportunity We’re looking for a part-time Pastoral Assistant to support the parish community and daily operations. This is a rewarding opportunity to serve in a vibrant and faith-filled environment. Find more details and application Click here Liturgical Ministries Find out More Parish Ministries Find out More Children’s Liturgy Get Involved Pastoral Health Care Catholic Women’s League St. Rita’s Ladies Group Society of St. Vincent de Paul Knights of Columbus Manna Ministry Grocery Cards Program Service & Outreach Ministry of Praise Rosary Adult Faith Formation Eucharistic Adoration Legion of Mary Men’s Prayer and Discussion Group Spiritual Dimension of Women Young Adult Group Prayer and Faith First Name Last Name Email Message Thanks for submitting! Send Parish Youtube link

Weekly Schedule Friday, September 26 9:00 am MASS : Andrew Wu(+) 7:00 pm First Reconciliation Parent session (Bsmt) Saturday, September 27 9:30 am First Reconciliation Family session (Bsmt) 10:00 am: Legion of Mary (Holland Room) Mass in Anticipation of the 26th Sunday in OT 5:00 pm MASS : Adah Elizabeth Habstritt & Family(+) 6:00 pm Youth Meeting (Library) Sunday, September 28 26th Sunday of Ordinay Time 9:00 am MASS : Parishioners (Int) 9:30 am RCIA (Basement) 11:00 am MASS : Josephine Dalley (+) 12:15 pm Children's Liturgy (training for leaders & assistants) (Bsmt) Coffee & Social after Sunday morning Masses Monday, September 29 Tuesday, September 30 Wednesday, October 1 Thursday, October 2 9:00 am MASS : Quasar Newell Vicar Sto Tomas(+) 9:30 am Eucharistic Glory - Reflection (Bsmt) National Truth & Reconcilliation🪶 Office Closed 9:00 am MASS : Dorhild Bruns(+) Friday, October 3 9:00 am MASS : Edward Jarvie(+) 9:30 am ADORATION Saturday, October 4 10:00 am: Legion of Mary (Holland Room) Mass in Anticipation of the 27th Sunday in OT 5:00 pm MASS : John MacNeil(+) Sunday, October 5 27th Sunday in Ordinary Time 9:00 am MASS : Aline Pelletier (+) 9:30 am RCIA (Bsmt) 11:00 am MASS : Parishioners (Int) Coffee &: Social after Sunday morning Masses 12:00 pm Youth Group (Library)

Parish Bulletin New Here Live Stream 2024-2025 Ministry Invitation Our Ministry Ministry Invitation for 2024-2025 will be available soon. Keep watching this space. Sign Up for Ministries Ministry of Praise Our Parish has an active Ministry of Praise who continue to pray daily. Each month we post our prayer Intentions below This Months Intention St. Pius X Parish Bulletin September 27, 2025 September 21, 2025 September 14, 2025 September 07, 2025 Join our email list to stay up to date with the latest news and events from our Parish. This Months Intention E Mail Adress* First Name* Last Name Subscribe * indicates required Donate Diocesan Bulletin Click here to read the Diocese of Calgary Faithfully Bulletin Subscribe now Insights of discipleship in the Diocese of Calgary. Faithfully gives a snapshot of faith at work in the lives of everyday people. The diocesan online publication will be sent by email to all subscribers. Subscribe Now If You Choose to Talk About It “We all have a sacred trust to protect those who are vulnerable, particularly children, and to stand up and speak when we witness that trust betrayed.” ~ CATHOLIC BISHOPS OF ALBERTA & NWT talkaboutit.calgarydiocese.ca

Homes by Avi Group has developed a new website to serve this specific purpose. More details https://www.stpiusredevelopment.ca Resources The New Hall Committee is committed to sharing information related to the historical exploration of the hall renovation and information to date, including the latest proposals. Learn more and explore the resources linked below. Next Steps Community Resources Evaluation Options and Process Building Renewal Discernment Building -Architectural Renderings Condition Assessment File Parish Hall Recomendations Questions and Answers Chronology of New Hall Activities Parish Renewal Page Conversation in the Spirit More Questions and Answers Latest Information: Did you Know Parishioners who may want to share comments, concerns, and questions with members of our Parish Council can get in touch with Glen Jones or June Bergman .

First Reconciliation & First Eucharist "Jesus has made Himself the Bread of Life. Night and day, He is there. If you really want to grow in love, come back to the Eucharist, come back to that Adoration." ~ Saint Teresa of Calcutta Sacraments First Reconciliation & First Eucharist In the Diocese of Calgary, children must receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation prior to receiving the Sacrament of First Eucharist. Therefore, First Reconciliation preparation and celebration will take place in the fall and First Eucharist in the spring of the same school year. Children grade 2 and up who have received baptism or have made the Profession of Faith in the Catholic Church can register for both First Reconciliation and First Eucharist. Children who have had their First Reconciliation can register for the Sacrament of First Eucharist alone. If your child has already received First Eucharist but has not had their first Reconciliation, they can register for First Reconciliation alone. First Reconciliation Schedule: September 26, 2025 – Registration/Parents Session (7:00 to 8:30 p.m.) September 27, 2025 – Family Session 1 (9:30 to 11:30 a.m.) October 18, 2025 – Family Session 2 (9:30 to 11:30 a.m.) November 1, 2025 – Family Session 3 ((9:30 to 11:30 a.m.) November 15, 2025 – Family Session 4 (9:30 to 11:30 a.m.) November 29, 2025 – Family Session 5 (9:30 to 11:30 a.m.) December 13, 2025 – Retreat (9:30 t0 11:30 a.m.) December 18, 2025 – First Reconciliation Registration Form

Marriage "Marriage is an act of will that signifies and involves a mutual gift, which unites the spouses and binds them to their eventual souls, with whom they make up a sole family - a domestic church" -- John Paul II Sacraments Marriage The union of a man and woman in Christian Marriage is a sign of God’s union with the People of God. Therefore, it requires of those who enter it a complete and unreserved giving of self. Christ also referred to the love of Marriage to describe his own love for his bride, the Church. This love is lifelong, fruitful and completely faithful. The desire to live one’s faith must be as important as the desire to live with one’s spouse; the relationship to God is intimate and demands self-giving in the same way that your relationship with your spouse demands intimacy and self-giving. The Sacrament of Marriage is an important event for the Catholic Church as well. Married couples who are committed to a generous, faithful and life-giving love are one of the clearest and best signs of the love of God. Engaged couples are kindly asked to directly contact our Priest or Deacon to book the date and time for your initial interview. A minimum of four months’ notice is required to allow time for pre-marriage sessions, planning for the wedding liturgy and a marriage preparation course. Please select from the following forms and documents to prepare for your marriage and wedding. Calgary Diocese Freedom to Marry Forms Bride and Groom ( 2A and 2B ) Rite of Marriage outside of the Mass First Readings for Weddings Second Readings For Weddings Gospel Readings for Weddings Responsorial Psalm for Weddings Weddings: Prayers of the Faithful Marriage Preparation Course Any married couples interested in becoming sponsors for engaged couples are invited to fill out the marriage preparation course or contact the parish office. Any married couples seeking the Retrouvaille program to help with their marriage can find more information at www.helpourmarriagecalgary.com

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Confirmation "Confirmation strengthens us to defend the faith and to spread the Gospel courageously." ~ Pope Francis Sacraments Confirmation Confirmation is for children who are in Grade 6 and up who have been Baptized. If your child requires First Reconciliation and / or First Holy Communion, additional formation sessions will be required. All the sessions will be held at the Church with both the parent(s) and candidate(s). The Confirmation Schedule for 2025 will be posted soon. Welcome to the Sacrament of Confirmation! If you have any questions please contact the Sacrament Preparation Coordinator Marilyn at pastoralassistant@stpiusx.ca or 403-289-3602. We look forward to journeying with you! May God bless you! Register For Confirmation

St Pius X Parish ministries and other activities for our community Liturgical Ministries Find out More Parish Ministries Find out More Children’s Liturgy Get Involved Pastoral Health Care Catholic Women’s League St. Rita’s Ladies Group Society of St. Vincent de Paul Knights of Columbus Manna Ministry Grocery Cards Program Service & Outreach Ministry of Praise Rosary Adult Faith Formation Eucharistic Adoration Legion of Mary Men’s Prayer and Discussion Group Spiritual Dimension of Women Young Adult Group Prayer and Faith 2023-2024 MINISTRY INVITATION Our Ministry volunteers are essential to get our Parish back to normal. Over the past 20 months, Parishioners have moved away or have retired from their Ministries, and we are in great need to fill the following Ministries for the upcoming year. Please check which Ministries you can assist. Training is provided for most ministries. For a short description of the various Ministries please click on this Ministries Description pdf. MINISTRY SIGN UP

Children's Liturgy Due to the financial restraints we no longer have the staff to offer a weekly online Children’s Liturgy. As parents, you can help your children on their faith journey by accessing some of the resources listed below. We have found these links to be very child-focused and helpful. Our parish has purchased a subscription to FORMED . It is a website with Catholic Resources, like videos and audio books. It is GREAT for everyone in the family. To sign up for FORMED you have to: Visit FORMED.org Click Sign Up Select “I Belong to a Parish or Organization” Find St. Pius X Parish by parish name or by typing in the postal code: T2M 2A2 Enter your email – and you’re in! Are you looking for good video content for the kids at home? The Office of Ecumenical and Interreligious Affairs of the Diocese have put together a comprehensive list of faith based shows and programs worth checking out. RESOURCES The Kids’ Bulletins The Kids’ Bulletins are a resource for Catholic kids who would like to have some fun while learning about the readings from the Sunday Mass every week. (Ordinary Form) They are made by a mom in Canada who is happy to share them with anyone who can use them to help learn or teach about the truth and beauty of the Faith. Latest Kid's Bulletin Others https://www.holyheroes.com/MassPrep-s/57.htm https://www.loyolapress.com/our-catholic-faith/liturgical-year/sunday-connection https://www.catholicmom.com/sunday-mass-activities https://sermons4kids.com/ http://www.livingfaithkids.com/ https://www.catholicicing.com/weekly-mass-resources-for-kids/ https://www.pflaumweeklies.com/webinars-unit-overviews/#1562702443051-d1360973-d5d4 First Name Last Name Email Message Thanks for submitting! Send

Parish Ministries CONTACT US MINISTRY SIGN UP St Pius X has a series of ministries and councils to help the Priest serve the parish community. Each ministry has a specific mission and role in the parish, touching on the different aspects of the parish life. You can fill out our Ministry Sign Up online form to register with one of the Parish committees or councils. Parish Ministries St Pius X has a series of ministries, committees, and councils to help the Priest serve the parish community. Each ministry has a specific mission and role in the parish, touching on the different aspects of the parish life. Committees meet on average once per month. Some ministries and committees have additional meetings requirements as necessary. Please note that all volunteers are required to sign a new Diocesan Model Code of Conduct. Some ministries also require a Police Information Check. Parish Pastoral Council Pastor – Father Sajo Jacob Deacon – Dan Deck Chairperson – June It is recognized that the Pastor has full responsibility for the parish as delegated by the Bishop. The role of the Parish Pastoral Council is to be supportive to the Pastor and provide all assistance helpful to his office. Members of PPC (Parish Pastoral Council) attend Council meetings held on the third Tuesday of each month, unless otherwise determined by the Council. They may also participate in the activities of various committees. Parish Pastoral Council meetings are open to parishioners who are invited to attend as observers. In addition, an Annual General Meeting for all members of the parish is on a yearly basis. At this time the activities of the past year are reviewed, significant plans for the future are proposed and the membership and structure of the Council for the coming year is confirmed. To access the Parish Pastoral Council Guidelines, please click here. Interested in being part of the PPC? Each year in September, as part of the Stewardship weekend, interest in serving on Parish Council will be solicited. Interested parishioners will be contacted and embark on a process to ensure knowledge of the responsibility and development skills. Parish Finance Council The Parish Finance Council (PFC) assists the Pastor in overseeing the finances of the parish. Please contact Rob for more information. Newsletter Financial Summary – 2019 Annual Financial Statement – 2019 Facilities Expansion Fund St. Pius X continues to plan for future expansion and renovation of the parish property. If you are interested in contributing to this process please contact the Parish Finance Council (above). Liturgy Committee We explore ideas for enriching and planning liturgies. Please contact the Parish Priest if you wish to be part of this committee. Church and Hall Decorating Members assist with decorating the church and Hall for special events, such as Easter, Christmas etc. Commitment is usually 1-2 hours per event. Building and Maintenance Oversees and recommends the planned maintenance for the Church and the Hall. Members of this ministry also do minor repairs and maintenance as necessary. Website For those interested in the upkeep and maintenance of the parish website and social media. Audio-Video Team The AV Team supports weekend masses, and special masses and services, especially during Advent, Lent, Christmas and Easter seasons, and funerals when needed. There are three AV roles-- audio, video/slides, livestreaming. We typically have volunteers 18 years or older, capable of handling a computer and presentation materials, and audio and livestreaming equipment. Anyone who volunteers will receive the appropriate training. If you are interested in being a volunteer please contact the parish office Office Help Assist in the Parish Office with photocopying, data entry, filing etc. Pastoral Assistant Help Assist the Pastoral Office with photocopying, organization and children’s program preparation. Faith Enrichment Assist in presenting the Faith Enrichment Sessions. Grocery Card Fundraiser Helping with selling our grocery gift cards to help fund various ministries and initiatives in the parish after each weekend mass. Commitment is for one mass per month. Linen Care Laundering, pressing, and folding the various Church linens. Commitment is once every 6 weeks. Pastoral Health Care Bringing Communion to residents at the Bethany Care Centre, Cambridge Manor, or Hillcrest Extendicare. Parish Outreach Reaching out to Parishioners via phone to build a connection with the Parish. Pew Cleaners Dusting, and tidying pews and Sacristy, with the additional cleaning. About 2 hours once per month. Reception Assistance Assist with Parish receptions (setup, clean-up, bake, or serve) for various parish receptions. Please choose to help with one or more activities. Sunday Coffee Hosts Prepare and serve coffee and snacks after Sunday morning mass. Social Events Assist with or plan one or more of our Parish social events, e.g. Stampede Breakfast. Youth Group Coordinator 14-18 Helping with one of our Youth Groups (for ages 14-18 old) Youth Group Coordinator 18-35 Helping with one of our Youth Groups (for ages 18-35 old) First Name Last Name Email Message Thanks for submitting! Send

Liturgical Ministries For all Parish ministries, please contact the Parish office to get in touch with the Ministry Coordinator. Additionally, you can fill out our Ministry Sign Up online form to register with one of the Ministries. Liturgical Ministries Please fill in a Ministry Sign Up form to volunteer for any of the following Ministries. These are general outlines of duties for all Ministries. For detailed instructions, please contact the office.All Ministers are expected to arrive around 45 minutes before Mass begins. Usher A minimum of two Ushers are required at each weekend Mass. Before Mass, the Usher will greet those entering the church and make them feel welcome. They will, if necessary, help Parishioners find seating in the church. The Usher assists with the Offertory collection, directs the Communion line, and assists Parishioners exit the church after Mass. Eucharistic Minister (EM) The Eucharistic Minister prepares the Communion vessels before mass, rings the altar bells at the consecration, distributes Holy Communion (Precious Body and Precious Blood), and purifies and cleans the Communion vessels after Mass. Lector One Lector is required at each Mass to read the Entrance Antiphon, First Reading, Psalm, Second Reading, the Gospel Acclamation and the Communion Antiphon. If there is no Deacon present, the Lector will also read the Prayer of the Faithful. Audio/Video (A/V) Minister Two A/V Ministers are needed for each Sunday Masses (9AM and 11AM) and a third AV Minister is needed for the 11AM live streaming . He/she will set up the A/V equipment before Mass, start and monitor the Livestreaming during Mass and securely put away all of the A/V equipment after Mass. Pianist/Instrumentalist As there are no choirs at this time, a pianist or instrumentalist (strings only) provide some music before Mass begins and during Communion. Altar Server An Altar Server can be a male or female of any age. They assist the Priest and Deacon during the Mass by participating in the Processional at the beginning of Mass (including carrying the cross), holding the altar candles during the Gospel, helping prepare the Altar for the Eucharist, and participating in the Recessional at the end of Mass (including carrying the cross). Children's Liturgy Leader and Teen Assistant (11AM only) Collection Counters Working in teams of 2 or 3 people, the Collection Counters count the Parish donations and prepare the bank deposit. As per Diocesan guidelines, all Counters must follow the Diocesan Volunteer Screening Procedures, which includes signing a Code of Conduct, as well as getting a Police Information Check (PIC). General Volunteer Throughout the year, our Parish requires the assistance of volunteers to keep everything running smoothly. If you can help out, either regularly or occasionally in any of the following ways, please sign up as a General volunteer and we will contact you about your availability and interests: Cleaning and pressing Altar linens Watering/caring for plants in the church Watering/caring for the outside gardens (seasonal) Assisting with Liturgical decoration (usually when there is a change of season, e.g. Advent, Christmas, etc) Selling grocery cards for our fundraiser Some minor cleaning duties around the church and office