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Novena for Catholic Education Day 8 Join us as we prepare for Catholic Education Sunday by praying a Novena to St. Joseph. Pray with us every day leading up to Catholic Education Sunday; today until Saturday, November 5. #IBelieveInCatholicEd #IBelieveinCatholicEd

Novena for Catholic Education Day 7 Join us as we prepare for Catholic Education Sunday by praying a Novena to St. Joseph. Pray with us every day leading up to Catholic Education Sunday; today until Saturday, November 5. #IBelieveInCatholicEd #IBelieveinCatholicEd

Southland Transportation has informed CTR Catholic that rural routes will not run this afternoon (Wednesday, Nov. 2) due to deteriorating conditions in all communities. In-town service will run, but we expect delays. Rural routes are becoming hazardous, therefore, we ask that parents of children riding rural routes make alternate arrangements to pick up your children at school this afternoon or make arrangements for them to stay with a trusted adult. Some school staff will remain on site to supervise students who cannot be picked up at or before the last bell. As always, buses cannot attend to rural routes earlier than the last bell, because we cannot assume that there will be supervision at home in every case. Thank you for your understanding and patience as we respond to these winter conditions.

Happy Catholic Education Sunday! The CTR Catholic schools provide all of our families the opportunity to come to learn the love of God through the gift of public education. This year’s theme for Catholic Education is Walking Together in Catholic Education and it provides words to the experience of learning in CTR Catholic schools. Our parents, teachers, and students walk together on the path of learning; in cooperation to educate the whole child in the knowledge and love of God and creation. From all different walks of life, communities, origins, destinations, ethnicities, cultures, beliefs, outlooks, and genders our school communities are formed. The word Catholic literally means that in our schools all are welcome, and all walk together. So, walk together with us this coming Catholic Education Sunday, November 6, and celebrate this great gift. When we gather to say thank you to our God in the Eucharist, let us together offer gratitude in prayer for the gift of public, faith-based education in Alberta. St. Joseph Calasanz, Patron of Public Catholic Schools, pray for us. 🙏 #ibelieveincatholiced

Today is the Solemnity of All Souls This day we commemorate the Church Penitent, those faithful who have departed this life and prepare for their entry fully into the life of God. The Catholic Church has a long history and tradition of praying for the dead, giving thanks for their lives, and praying for their entry into Heaven. Today, call to mind those who have passed on, and offer a prayer for their repose, that they may at last purge themselves of whatever holds them back from entering fully into the beatific vision. Lord, have mercy on all the faithful departed. Draw them into your perpetual light.

Novena for Catholic Education Day 6 Join us as we prepare for Catholic Education Sunday by praying a Novena to St. Joseph. Pray with us every day leading up to Catholic Education Sunday; today until Saturday, November 5. #IBelieveInCatholicEd #IBelieveinCatholicEd

Today is the Feast of All Saints! We celebrate all those who have gone before us, run the race and stayed the course. There are many who are canonized saints, but many more who fill the endless rooms of the Father's house. This Church Triumphant, who have entered fully into the life of God and joyfully await the resurrection, do not rest on their laurels, but continue to intercede for us. Today, take a moment to ask these holy men and women to pray for you, and help you to stay the course, finish the race, and claim the prize. All you holy men and women, pray for us!

Novena for Catholic Education Day 5 Join us as we prepare for Catholic Education Sunday by praying a Novena to St. Joseph. Pray with us every day leading up to Catholic Education Sunday; today until Saturday, November 5. #IBelieveInCatholicEd #IBelieveinCatholicEd

Happy Halloween. Be safe out there tonight everyone! 🎃

Novena for Catholic Education Day 4 Join us as we prepare for Catholic Education Sunday by praying a Novena to St. Joseph. Pray with us every day leading up to Catholic Education Sunday; today until Saturday, November 5. #IBelieveInCatholicEd #IBelieveinCatholicEd

Novena for Catholic Education Day 3 Join us as we prepare for Catholic Education Sunday by praying a Novena to St. Joseph. Pray with us every day leading up to Catholic Education Sunday; today until Saturday, November 5. #IBelieveInCatholicEd #IBelieveinCatholicEd

Novena for Catholic Education Day 2 Join us as we prepare for Catholic Education Sunday by praying a Novena to St. Joseph. Pray with us every day leading up to Catholic Education Sunday; today until Saturday, November 5. #IBelieveInCatholicEd #IBelieveinCatholicEd

Novena for Catholic Education Day 1 Join us as we prepare for Catholic Education Sunday by praying a Novena to St. Joseph. Pray with us every day leading up to Catholic Education Sunday; today until Saturday, November 5. #IBelieveInCatholicEd #IBelieveinCatholicEd

Let us pray for the great gift of Catholic Education as we walk together in faith and advocacy for Catholic Education. In anticipation of Catholic Education Sunday on November 6th, we would invite you to read a letter prepared by the Catholic Bishops of Alberta and the Northwest territories. English and French versions available here: https://www.redeemer.ab.ca/news/letter-from-the-catholic-bishops-of-alberta-and-the-northwest-territories-1666811132630

Calling all artists! In its fourth year, Curated. Art Collective is an opportunity for students at CTR Catholic to showcase their artistic talents in a division-wide art collective. This year's theme is The Process: It's About Time, which celebrates the creative process. Students are invited to submit original artwork along with documentation of the process. This year submissions can made through your child's teacher. Winning entries will be displayed at the Catholic Education Centre in Okotoks! Call your school with questions. 🎨

Thank you students and staff St. John Paul II Collegiate for your works of service and helping those in need in the Okotoks and area communities!

Alberta Health Services is urging all Albertans to get immunized against influenza. Influenza is a respiratory disease that is contagious and easily transmitted. Getting immunized is the best defense against the flu and COVID-19 viruses. COVID-19 vaccines, including boosters, are being offered with each influenza vaccine appointment booked. For more, click here: https://www.redeemer.ab.ca/documents/171a4031-6d5e-4ee9-9f03-811083427cdc/AHS_Influenza%20Immunization%20Information%20for%20Schools.pdf?fingerprint=ppb20251217030218

Attention Grade 11s & 12s! The Verna J. Kirkness Education Foundation (VJKF) Program for Indigenous high school students will be taking place on campus at universities this May! This year’s one-week, in-person program is tailored for students in Grades 11 and 12 and is focused science, engineering, technology and math. Full program scholarships to participate in the program are available. Learn more by visiting: https://www.uosfc.ca/scholarships Holy Trinity Academy Holy Cross Collegiate @stanthonys.ctr Our Lady of the Snows Catholic Academy Notre Dame Collegiate St. Joseph's Collegiate @centreforlearningathome

The Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops (CCCB) have written this Pastoral Letter to the youth of Canada. This letter is in response conversations had with over 200 young people, ages 12 to 25, from across Canada. You can read the letter at the CCCB site by clicking here (https://www.cccb.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/CCCB_Pastoral-Letter-to-Young-People_EN_WEB-125ppi.pdf)