Ron Rolheiser Retreat: A Spirituality of Transformation
2026-08-14 19:00 - 2026-08-16 13:00 (America/Edmonton) | Star of the North Retreat Centre, 3A St. Vital Avenue, Saint Albert, AB, T8N 1K1, Canada
How do new life and new spirit appear in our lives? How do we grow, change, suffer losses and still remain resilient? How do we name our deaths, claim our births, grieve what’s lost, let our losses bless us, and then receive new spirit for our lives? How do we learn to live peacefully inside of our own skins? Our faith offers us two rich secrets: the paschal mystery and a spirituality of grieving.

FACILITATORS
Ron Rolheiser, OMI, is a Roman Catholic priest and member of the Missionary Oblates of Mary Immaculate.
He is a theologian, professor, and award-winning author, and served as president of the Oblate School of Theology. He holds Bachelor’s degrees from the University of Ottawa and Newman Theological College Edmonton and Master’s degrees from the University of San Francisco and the University of Louvain, Belgium along with a PhD/STD from the University of Louvain.
Apart from his academic knowledge in systematic theology and philosophy, he has become a popular author and speaker in contemporary spirituality religion, and the secular world. He writes a weekly column that is carried in over 70 newspapers around the world.
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SKARO SHRINE Annual Pilgrimage 2026
2026-08-14 18:30 - 21:30 | Skaro Shrine, 570010 Alberta 831, Star, AB, T0B 2R0, Canada
Due to recent heavy rainfall, there is standing water on parts of the Skaro Shrine grounds, resulting in limited parking and outdoor seating. Pilgrims are kindly asked to travel by bus where available or carpool whenever possible. Please come prepared for the weather by bringing rain gear, waterproof footwear, and mosquito repellent.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. We look forward to welcoming you for a grace-filled pilgrimage.
FRIDAY August 14

6:30 p.m. – Reconciliation
7:00 p.m. – Rosary
7:30 p.m. – Vespers
8:00 p.m. – Mass at the Grotto

Solemn Mass Presided by His Excellency Most Rev. Bishop Stephen Hero
The Blessed Sacrament Procession with lit candles will follow the blessing of the religious articles.
SATURDAY, August 15

10:00 a.m. – Mass at the Grotto with the Sacrament of the Sick

The Blessed Sacrament Procession with lit candles will follow the blessing of the religious articles.

Jubilee of St. Francis - Aug. 8 at Mount Saint Francis Retreat Centre
2026-08-08 10:30 | Mount St, Francis Retreat Centre
The Mount Saint Francis Retreat Centre is hosting a special day of celebration on Saturday, August 8, 2026 this Jubilee year of St. Francis. The day will start with an outdoor Mass at 10:30 followed by a barbecue lunch (by donation). RSVPs are encouraged for the Mass and BBQ and can be done online. Click on the link.
There will also be opportunities for Reconciliation and Adoration.
In the afternoon, a free Family Festival will be held from 1:00 to 4:00, featuring live music by Liz Christensen, Brettyn Rose, and Friar Guylain Prince. Those who come can try their hand at soapstone carving; walk the trails and pray the stations, visit the garden, and visit the face painting tent. Ice cream and snacks will be sold, and there will be several vendors on site for a small market. No registration is required for the afternoon. All are welcome.
Parking will be limited. People are encouraged to park at Cochrane High School, and take a free shuttle bus up the hill to the Mount (though walking is possible for those who don’t mind a climb). There will also be bike racks, so people are welcome to ride bikes to the event.

Corpus Christi & K of C 10th Annual Golf Tournament
2026-08-08 08:00 - 17:00 | Devon Golf Club, 1130 River Valley, Devon, AB, T9G 1C7, Canada
