Feast of Our Lord Jesus Christ, the King
Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe (Christ the King)
Advent begins
A weekly Advent prayer service document for councils and families to use during Advent is included with this communique. http://cwl.ca/communique-05-faith-2/ May this bring you, your families, and your councils closer to the Sacred Heart of Jesus.
International Volunteer Day
Celebrate those who generously give their time and talents and encourage members to discover a new opportunity to serve.
Most Holy Scriptural Rosary
The rosary will be recited monthly on the first Monday of every month at 6:00 p.m. CT (8:00 p.m. AT) The same link will be used for all sessions: us02web.zoom.us/j/84508538430?pwd=IsbMsMeA7gaC2Jni3G6RpJf4SMn6nx.1 Upcoming dates are October 5, November 2 and December 7, 2026, and January 4 and February 1, 2027. The mysteries will rotate each month. Please share this information within your province and encourage participation.
Our Lady of Guadalupe (Feast Day)
The Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe (December 12) honours the Virgin Mary’s apparitions to Juan Diego, an Indigenous convert. The Basilica in Mexico City, where his cloak with her image is preserved, is a major pilgrimage site. Pope John Paul II’s visit 25 years ago led to his apostolic exhortation Ecclesia in America, calling for a new evangelization under the patronage of Our Lady of Guadalupe, Patroness of the Americas. Members are invited to pray the attached prayer in joyful anticipation of Christ’s birth.
Deadline for Life Member Nominations
Diocesan or provincial councils considering a nomination can find the criteria in the National P&P, Section 13: Membership (pp. 26–29). Nomination forms are available on the national website under Resources: Forms.