A new learning webinar is available for members of the League to join. Presenters and members of the training team include Life Member Jacqueline Nogier, Quebec Chairperson of Social Justice Susan Kaller, and Kingston Diocesan Secretary Michelle Morrow.Please register through this link: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/5198325400082299742
"The Christian meaning of death is revealed in the light of the Paschal Mystery of the Death and Resurrection of Christ in whom resides our only hope. The Christian who dies in Christ Jesus is 'away from the body and at home with the Lord' (2 Cor 5:8)" (Catechism of the Catholic Church, no. 1681). Catholics observe the Solemnity of All Saints on November 1st, recalling the lives of many saints for whom there is no specific feast day.
The Commemoration of All the Faithful Departed on November 2nd is a day of remembrance and prayer for the faithful departed—relatives, friends and all who are no longer living.
On November 3rd, the Church celebrates the Feast of St. Martin de Porres, a Peruvian Dominican brother who lived a life of humble service and charity and became the first Black saint of the Americas. He was praised for his unconditional care of all people who were sick or in need, regardless of race or wealth, welcoming them into his home and eventually founded orphanages. St. Martin died in 1639 and was canonized by Pope John XXIII on May 6, 1962.
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Remembrance Day: Canadians “pause in silence to remember those who died in war and to pray for the victims of aggression and inhumanity throughout the world. It is a day to pray for peace and to consider what we are doing as individuals, as a community and as a nation to bring God’s peace into the world.” This is a day when a believing community should rededicate itself by prayer and action to the ideals Jesus gives us in the Beatitudes (Ordo 2023-2024) Members are invited to pause and pray the attached prayer in remembrance. ascensionofourlord.ca/in-our-parish-2020-11-08/
In his message for World Day of the Poor, Pope Leo XIV calls on Christians to see the poor not merely as recipients of charity, but as protagonists of hope. Drawing on the Psalms and lived experiences of poverty, he emphasizes the need for “new initiatives to support and assist the poorest of the poor” during the jubilee year. He highlights that “Labour, education, housing and health are the foundations of a security that will never be attained by the use of arms.” Coordinate a “blessing bag” outreach with essentials (toiletries, snacks, socks) to give to people in need. Partner with a local soup kitchen or shelter for a volunteer day. Hold a clothing or food drive, especially for winter items.
Pilgrimage Opportunity The national executive is thrilled to announce a CWL Jubilee Year Pilgrimage to Rome November 19-27, 2025, with travel agency Collette. This eight-day trip will be once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to experience your faith with your League sisters during the Jubilee Year with the theme Pilgrims of Hope. (The itinerary and fees are explained in the attached brochure.) Space is limited to 44 pilgrims. Reserve your spot today by contacting: Coreen Doucett The Travel Agent Next Door (416) 570-1918 cdoucett@thetravelagentnextdoor.com or by using the online portal at https://gateway.gocollette.com/link/1302083 A deposit of $698 per person is due upon reservation. Reservations are made on a first come, first served basis. Final payment is due by August 21, 2025. Deposits are refundable up until May 20, 2025. We hope you will consider joining the national executive on this trip. Please click below to learn more: CWL Jubilee Year Pilgrimage
Advent is a season of joyful expectation” (GNLY, no 39). During Advent, each Sunday’s gospel focuses on a specific theme. Members are encouraged to prepare for the Pilgrims of Hope Jubilee Year and Christmas through prayer, caring and sharing.
