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February 2021
February 18 at 7:00 pm (EST) there will be a learning event “Canada, the Churches, and Bill C-15” sponsored by “Faith in the Declaration: A coalition of faith houses and organizations in support of UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples legislation.” The event will include conversation on why The United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples legislation is important to Canadian churches.
Find out moreThis virtual Formator Workshop will provide an opportunity for vocation and formation ministers to dialogue and learn from one another on topics relevant to these unprecedented times: What is the impact of COVID-19 in the ministry of formation? How will we work for justice and equality in a COVID-19 world? Presentations by our speakers will also offer participants a chance to gain new insights and to then pose questions for response during the Speakers Panel.
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SISTERS EMPOWERING WOMEN: A Place at the Table in the Spirit of Fratelli Tutti. Synodality, Education, Peace, Economy, Health, Care and Advocacy: 7 themes in a 7 course meal; an opportunity to meet Women Religious who live Fratelli Tutti in the world and open paths of empowerment and hope through their mission. First meeting on Friday, March 26, from 12 p.m. to 14 p.m. (Rome Time): THE VOICE OF WOMEN IN THE SYNODAL JOURNEY.
Find out moreApril 2021
A Call to Allyship: Seeking Ways to Honour Indigenous Rights. An activity organized ONLINE by Joint Ecological Ministry (JEM) on April 7, 2021, 2PM (EST). Guest speakers: Fr. Alain Ambeault, Executive Director of the CRC | Sabrina Di Matteo, Executive Assistant - Mission, CRC | Melanie Delva, Reconciliation Animator for the Anglican Church of Canada | Fr. Daryold Winkler, Pastor of St Basil's, Parish in Ottawa.
Find out moreFrom April 26 to 28, 2021, the NAVFD will hold an online conference via Zoom on the theme "A Call to New Horizons." Keynote speakers include Dr. Richard R. Gaillardetz, Sr. Margo Ritchie, CSJ, Congregational Leader of the Sisters of St. Joseph in Canada, and Father Daniel Horan, OFM. Facilitation will be provided by Sr. Elizabeth Davis, RSM, Congregational Leader of the Sisters of Mercy of Newfoundland.
Find out moreSISTERS EMPOWERING WOMEN: A Place at the Table in the Spirit of Fratelli Tutti. Synodality, Education, Peace, Economy, Health, Care and Advocacy: 7 themes in a 7 course meal; an opportunity to meet Women Religious who live Fratelli Tutti in the world and open paths of empowerment and hope through their mission. Second meeting on Tuesday, April 27, from 12 p.m. to 14 p.m. (Rome Time): ECONOMY AND HEALTH: RELIGIOUS SISTERS,
LEADERS OF A NEW MODEL.
May 2021
Catholic health care is based on a values response to the Gospel mandate to care for people and heal the sick in a compassionate way. The pandemic has called us to think about how we value “essential workers” and how we re-examine the social determinants of health. This conference will seek to examine the response to the pandemic within our organizations, the way we have delivered care and cared for those who deliver it.
Find out moreJoin the Faithful Companions of Jesus (FCJ) virtually, at the FCJ Christian Life Centre in Calgary, in the global tribute of the 200th anniversary of the founding of the Society of the FCJ Sisters. Participate in honouring the service and contributions of FCJ Sisters to the city of Calgary and Southern Alberta since 1885.
Find out moreThe Centre for Canonical Services (CCS) of the Faculty of Canon Law of Saint Paul University (USP) provides a ministry of canonical consultation. This important mission includes supporting religious leadership in Canada by providing relevant canonical services in an environment of trust and confidentiality. This introduction webinar will be an opportunity to become more familiar with its services and staff.
Find out moreNAVFD Virtual Retreat "Men & Women looking at Life Choices" (Ages 18-45) on Zoom with Michelle Garlinski, SNJM, and Michael Perras, OFM. Sunday, May 30, 2021, 3 pm Eastern. 3 hour retreat. Retreat includes: Prayer, Presentations, Small group conversation (optional).
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