Christmas Hampers
Holy Name Cares begins accepting Christmas hamper requests on October 26. Call 403-249-7764, extension 305. Delivery is planned for December 12.
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Holy Name Catholic Parish · Calgary
News & Bulletin
A closer look at the life of our parish: this Sunday's bulletin, the people we hold in prayer, and the gatherings and ministries that bring us together.
30th Sunday in Ordinary Time · October 25, 2026
This Sunday's Bulletin
October 25, 2026 · Six pages
Holy Name Catholic Parish
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Thirtieth Sunday
In Ordinary Time
"You shall love the Lord your God, and your neighbour as yourself."
October 25, 2026
Current issue · Sunday, October 25
Thirtieth Sunday in Ordinary Time
"You shall love the Lord your God, and your neighbour as yourself."
Read the full parish bulletin, including Mass intentions, prayer requests, Sunday readings, parish announcements, and upcoming gatherings.
Around the Parish
Poinsettia & Greenery Sales
Christmas poinsettia and greenery sales return to Holy Name. The last order date is November 8, with pickup on December 5 and 6.
Parish calendarPancake Breakfast
Join the Knights of Columbus after the 9:00 AM Mass for pancakes and fellowship in the parish hall.
Parish calendar
Coats for Kids: Holy Name Knights of Columbus have new winter coats for children in sizes 4 to 16. Families in need may contact HolyNameKnightsYYC@gmail.com.
Prayer & Mass Intentions
Open either section to see the complete current listing from the parish bulletin.
October to December 2026
✝ Prayer Requests
Please keep these individuals and families in your prayers. The Prayer Board is dedicated to intentions for the living.
View all 40 prayer requests
- Alonso Family
- Andrea Emilia Bernabey
- Celeste & Steve Alexandre
- Cáceres family
- Anita Charles & Family
- Erin Chamberlain
- Alex Connick
- Fr. Greg Coupal
- Gavin Davidson
- Prince Albert Dy
- Michael Filasinski
- Ina Franks
- Terri Ganczar
- Paul & Charlotte Groarke
- Gruszczynki Family
- Geraldine "Lou" Haveria
- Windchill Ha
- Dominic Hughes
- Ron Jackson
- Brayden K. & Family
- Maureen Kirkness
- John Marshall
- Sybille Melotte
- Alexander Nowik
- Lisa Olarte
- Lillian Oliver
- Marek Pacanowski & Family
- Reyna Pinto
- Pearl Redgate
- Alva Reger
- Rios Family
- Ryan Rayner
- Greg, Susan, Nicole and Sarah Reimer
- SantaCruz Family
- Fr. Mike Storey
- Keith Tomlins
- John Tait and Peter Tait
- Barbara Wadolna
- Tan Wei
- Gerry Williscroft
Prayer Board renewal: To add or renew a name for January to March 2027, email office@holynamecalgary.ca.
Those who have died: Sr. Marjorie Perkins, FCJ; Fr. John Schuster; Fr. Michael Phi Tri Nguyen, OP. Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord.
October 24 to November 1, 2026
✝ Mass Intentions
The intentions offered at Mass this week, including prayers for the deceased and special intentions.
View this week's 12 Mass intentions
| Date | Time | Type | Offered for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sat., Oct. 24 | 5:00 PM | RIP | Angelo Fontana |
| Sun., Oct. 25 | 9:00 AM | RIP | Frances Fahey |
| Sun., Oct. 25 | 11:00 AM | RIP | Marjory and Ben Eckert |
| Sun., Oct. 25 | 4:00 PM | SI | Parish Community |
| Tue., Oct. 27 | 9:00 AM | SI | Carole & Lawrence Malach |
| Wed., Oct. 28 | 7:00 PM | RIP | Andy Berting |
| Thu., Oct. 29 | 9:00 AM | RIP | Jose Quiex Perez |
| Fri., Oct. 30 | 9:00 AM | RIP | James & Mary Simpson |
| Sat., Oct. 31 | 5:00 PM | RIP | Erica Gruszcznska |
| Sun., Nov. 1 | 9:00 AM | RIP | Lesley Hayden |
| Sun., Nov. 1 | 11:00 AM | RIP | Bill Fowle |
| Sun., Nov. 1 | 4:00 PM | SI | Parish Community |
Mass Intention availability: Requests for April 2027 are now being accepted. November 2026 to March 2027 is fully booked. Email office@holynamecalgary.ca. Offerings may be made by e-transfer to etransfer@holynamecalgary.ca, church donation envelope, or at the parish office. RIP means Rest in Peace; SI means Special Intention.
Sunday, October 25 · The Word of God
Exodus 22:20–26
1 Thessalonians 1:5c–10
Matthew 22:34–40
Sunday Readings
"You shall love the Lord your God, and your neighbour as yourself." Matthew 22:37–39
God calls his people to protect the vulnerable and show compassion.
The example of believers whose lives have turned toward God.
Jesus teaches that love of God and love of neighbour belong together.
In the wider Church
From the Calgary Diocese
More diocesan news
Second collection · October 24–25
World Mission Sunday
The Diocese of Calgary will take its World Mission Sunday second collection on October 24 and 25. The theme is "One in Christ, United in Mission."
World Mission Sunday information
Mass for Life
Bishop William T. McGrattan celebrates Mass at St. Mary's Cathedral, giving thanks to God, the Author of Life, and praying for the dignity of every human life.
Diocesan announcementsPastoral Care Ministry Training
Training for those called to accompany the sick, elderly, dying, homebound and bereaved. Sessions are offered at Ascension and St. Bonaventure parishes.
Training informationRed Wednesday
Join in prayer for persecuted Christians. Bishop McGrattan celebrates Mass at St. John Apostle Chaldean Church, 2523 56 St. NE, Calgary.
Red Wednesday resourcesDiocesan Advent Renewal Workshop
"We Have Seen His Glory" with Fr. Geoffrey Young, joining by live webinar while parishes gather locally to reflect and share.
Diocesan announcements
Transitions support group · Begins October 26
40 Hours Devotion for Vocations · Official schedule
Memorial Liturgy · November 10
In Loving Memory: Fr. Michael Phi Tri Nguyen, OP
The Diocese reports that Fr. Michael, Pastor of St. Francis of Assisi Parish in Calgary, died October 20 at age 53. Please keep him, his family, parish community and Dominican brothers in your prayers.
Anointing of the Sick in Calgary Hospitals
For the Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick at Alberta Children's Hospital, Foothills, Peter Lougheed, Rockyview General or South Health Campus, contact your parish priest or the diocesan 24-hour call centre at 403-231-9505.
Faithfully · October 19, 2026
Faith at Work Across the Diocese
Stories from the White Mass for healthcare workers, St. Thomas More's Anima Christi Youth Choir, Ascension Parish's Canmore pilgrimage, and the parish procession in Chestermere.
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