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Holy Cross School Scholarship Awards

HOLY CROSS SCHOOL1298 Main StreetPenticton, BC V2A 5G2Phone: 250-492-4480Fax: 250-490-4602hcpoffice@cisnd.ca hcpprincipal@cisnd.cawww.holyc.com Dear Alumni Families, Holy Cross School Council, along with the Parent Support Group, would like to make you aware of three Scholarship Awards that are given out to students having completed their grade eight year at Holy Cross School. PURPOSE OF THE HCS SCHOLARSHIPS The Holy Cross School Council and Parent Support Group has established three scholarships to be awarded annually to students who attended, and finished, their Grade…

Sea Sunday

On the second Sunday in July every year Christian communities celebrate Sea Sunday. Today we call to mind the essential work of more than a million seafarers who work on ships transporting goods around the world every day of the year.

Care for Our Common Home

The Commission for Doctrine of the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops received the task of preparing a theological and pastoral resource on the theme of “care for our common home.” This resource is designed to assist our brother Bishops in developing their own ministry of teaching as well as their pastoral response to the current environmental crisis. To this end, the members of the Commission have chosen to create a resource based on tools already produced by other episcopal conferences…

July 2022 Schedule for Pope’s Visit to Canada

The attached document provides details regarding the Pope’s visit to Canada in July 2022, including his schedule. The Holy Father’s pilgrimage will focus on Indigenous healing and reconciliation while also providing the shepherd of the world’s 1.2 billion Catholics an opportunity to encounter the faithful in Canada.

From the Office of Bishop Gregory Bittman

Dear Priests, Religious Sisters, Deacons, Parish/Diocesan/Schools Staff, and Parishioners, Peace! I share with you the following news from Bishop’s office: With gratitude and appreciation for his service, the Diocese of Nelson bids farewell to Fr. Nino Tuyo after five years of dedicated ministry in the Fruitvale/Rossland parishes. Fr. Nino returns to his home Diocese of Legazpi at the end of June. Thank you Fr. Nino and may God continue to bless you and your ministry in the Church! Safe travels…

Pilgrimage to the Holy Land with Father Obi

Our pilgrimage to the Holy Land is confirmed for April 29 – May 7, 2023. Are you considering joining us? We’ve sold out the initial 25 seats and added 10 more for a total of 35 seats. We now only have 1 seat remaining! Even if we sell out and you’re interested, call and put your name on the waitlist. You will find all the pilgrimage details including the itinerary and the pricing on the Wishbook Vacations and Tours website:…

Ukrainian Fundraiser – A Beautiful Evening of Community & Solidarity

Indeed it was a beautiful evening of community and solidarity. We thank you for your generous hearts and fervent prayers as we gathered as one family, sharing a meal and praying in one voice the beautifully moving Way of the Cross. Many thanks to the countless number of volunteers that made the evening so beautiful. “It takes a village” to create community, and your support for Ukraine shone brightly. In addition to the substantial monetary donations collected (over $8,800), people…

Canada’s Catholic Bishops Welcome Pope Francis’ Apology to Indigenous Peoples

The Holy Father expressed “sorrow and shame” for the abuse and lack of respect for Indigenous identities, culture and spiritual values in the residential school system. He said, “I ask for God’s forgiveness and I want to say to you with all my heart: I am very sorry. And I join my brothers, the Canadian bishops, in asking your pardon.” Read the full press release on the CCCB website.

Encounters of Hope Webinar Series

Register now for CCCB’s Encounters of Hope April 5-26, a weekly 4-part series exploring the 4 stages of faith development. Ideal for those in ministry, evangelization, or catechesis, and relevant to the mission of every Catholic. Evangelization – Encounters of Hope The Art of Accompaniment Catechesis – Echoes of Hope Missionary Discipleship – Hope to the World. Registration is free and closes March 21.