Activity Reports
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Rosary Rally Planning Meeting with Jesus Youth Team (16th January).
An initial meeting with the Jesus Youth (JY) team was held to discuss the structure, vision, and execution of the upcoming Rosary Rally 2025. The collaborative brainstorming session laid the foundation for a significant event to promote prayerful living within the community to mark the 75th anniversary of the great Rosary rally conducted by Fr…
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Eucharist and Reflections at St. Joseph Church, Hamilton (12th January)
On this Sunday, the Eucharist was celebrated at St. Joseph Church, accompanied by reflections that centered on the mission of HCFM. Interactions with parishioners provided an opportunity to share the legacy of Venerable Patrick Peyton CSC and emphasize the importance of family prayer. A session for over 150 students and young adults will be arranged…
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Pastoral Services at St. Dominic Parish, Mississauga (1st–11th January).
Throughout the first eleven days of January, pastoral services were rendered at St. Dominic Parish. Daily Rosary prayers with parishioners highlighted the importance of family prayer in strengthening faith and unity. Thought-provoking discussions on the relevance of prayer in modern families further inspired the faithful to embrace prayer as a cornerstone of their lives.
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Celebrating Faith and Family: A Joyful Christmas Gathering at St. Ann Parish, Toronto
On the evening of December 24, 2024, the St. Ann Parish Hall in Toronto came alive with the warmth and joy of the Christmas spirit as families gathered for a heartfelt celebration following the Christmas Eve Family Mass. Organized with the support of Holy Cross Family Ministries, Canada, the event aimed to bring families together,…
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“Intercessory Prayer and Rosary Gathering for Special Intentions”
An intercessory prayer gathering was held at St. Raphael’s Parish Chapel on October 19, 2024, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. The same devoted families also came together on November 9, 2024, in Burlington to unite in prayer for world peace, the healing of the sick and suffering, and support for the poor and marginalized.…
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“Embracing Eucharistic Communion: A Day of Renewal in Faith and Family”
On October 19th, Holy Cross Family Ministries Canada hosted a transformative one-day retreat at St. John Brebeuf Parish in LaSalle, PQ, just outside Montreal. Led by Father Shaji M. Lucka CSC, the National Director, along with my husband Michael and myself, the retreat focused on the theme “Holy Eucharist, Prayer, and Family Life: Together Towards…
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Pastoral services at St.Thomas parish Scarbrough
From October 4th to 6th, 2024, HCFM offered St. Thomas Church in Scarborough Sacramental Services, creating a profound spiritual encounter for the faithful. This was a blessed opportunity to celebrate the Holy Eucharist and offer the Sacrament of Confession, allowing many to experience renewal and grace. During these days, there were meaningful conversations with individuals,…
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Meeting with The Most Reverend Gerald Paul Bergie, Bishop of St. Catharines.
On October 4th, 2024, a fruitful meeting took place in the office of His Grace Bishop Gerald Paul Bergie, D.D., of the Diocese of Saint Catharines, Ontario. Fr. Shaji M.L., CSC, the National Director of Holy Cross Family Ministries (HCFM), together with Fr. Frank Wagner, CSC, House Superior of Holy Cross English Canada, shared insights…
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“Strengthening Bonds Through Faith and Prayer: The Forward Journey of Holy Cross Family Ministries, Canada”
Reverend Claude Grou, C.S.C., Provincial Superior of the Congregation of Holy Cross in Canada, warmly received Father Shaji M.L., C.S.C., the National Director of Holy Cross Family Ministries (HCFM) Canada, during his maiden visit in this role. Accompanied by Father Arul Jayaraj, C.S.C., Regional Director of Montreal, and Ms. Ingrid Lefort, they gathered at the…
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Reaching Hearts, Changing Lives
From August to December 2024, the Holy Cross Family Ministries (HCFM) team in Burlington, Canada, has had the honor of reaching numerous communities and sharing handmade Rosaries with people across diverse places. Each Rosary shared carried not only the tangible gift of prayer but also a message of unity, hope, and the profound peace that…