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We are a community of faith, trusting in God's love, open to the gifts of the Holy Spirit working within each member. We aim to model ourselves after Christ and answer the call to serve Him in others.
Welcome to
Welcome to
St. Mary's in Cochrane!
St. Mary's in Cochrane!
"A place to belong in Christ"
"A place to belong in Christ"
St. Mary's is a parish in the town of Cochrane, Alberta, and part of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Calgary.
St. Mary's is a parish in the town of Cochrane, Alberta, and part of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Calgary.
For over 125 years, our church has strived to be a welcoming place where people’s lives can be transformed by the love of God encountered in Scripture, in the sacraments, and in fellowship with one another.
For over 125 years, our church has strived to be a welcoming place where people’s lives can be transformed by the love of God encountered in Scripture, in the sacraments, and in fellowship with one another.
Whether you’re a practicing Catholic or someone who’s been away from the Church for awhile, we welcome you here to our parish community, invite you to encounter Christ, and join us in the work of building his Kingdom.
Whether you’re a practicing Catholic or someone who’s been away from the Church for awhile, we welcome you here to our parish community, invite you to encounter Christ, and join us in the work of building his Kingdom.
Some Parish HEADLINE NEWS items are listed below. But for EVERYTHING ELSE happening at St. Mary's, see our Weekly Bulletin HERE.
Nov. 8-9 — was STEWARDSHIP WEEKEND — please sign up to volunteer in a parish ministry. Forms are available at the church or ONLINE HERE. Drop off your copy at the Church Office or in the collection basket at weekend Mass this month. NEWS FLASH! See a slideshow of photos (courtesy of Blossom B.) from the Stewardship Fair is now available on the "Gallery" page HERE.
Nov. 11 — (New) See REMEMBRANCE DAY video to the right.
Now till Nov. 30 — online BOOK of REMEMBRANCE available for names of deceased loved ones you wish to be remembered at weekend Masses in November. To enter names see the 'Featured' button below.
New 2025-2026 SUNDAY MISSALS and YOUTH MISSALS now available for $7.00 each in Gathering Area.
Nov. 13 — MOTHERS' GROUP meets every other Thurs. 10am-noon.
Nov. 15— Saturday Adoration is cancelled due to the volunteer in-person C.A.S.E. session taking place at our church.
Nov. 22-23 — rescheduled EDUCATION SUNDAY . . . please support the second collection at weekend Masses.
Nov. 27 - Dec. 12 — sign up for ADVENT events at Mount St. Francis. See p. 4 in BULLETIN.
Nov. 28 — PARISH MEN's SOCIAL at 7 pm hosted by Knights of Columbus. Sign up in Gathering Area. For more information, see the button in 'Featured.'
Nov. 29 — Cochrane Light Up and Christmas Caroling 7 pm. All families are invited. See 'Featured' for details.
Nov 29-30— IMPORTANT CHANGE—effective the 1st weekend in ADVENT (Nov. 29-30) there will be TWO MASS TIMES on Sunday (9 am and 11 am); Saturday time remains the same (at 4 pm). NOTE: current volunteer scheduling ends Nov. 22/23. There are sign-up sheets in the Gathering Area for scheduling until the New Year when a new schedule comes available.
Dec. 5-6 — ANNUAL COOKIE WALK . . . to all bakers, please prepare and deliver your favorite Christmas cookies on Fri., Dec. 5th, 2-7 pm to be sold on Sat., Dec. 6. See button in 'Featured.'
Dec. 7 till end of Christmas season — the K of C has challenged parish ministry committees to a "BEST DECORATED TREE" contest. Watch for the trees to be displayed in the Gathering Area. Parishioners will vote.
Dec. 12 — Our parish will host one of the masses of the Filipino "Simbang Gabi" (nine masses before Christmas). See information on p.2 of Bulletin.
End of Dec. to Jan. — arrival of REFUGEE FAMILY — additional funding is required. Please find donation envelopes at church doors. See 'Featured' for more info.
Video courtesy of Blossom Braganza
*Featured Click any button for its corresponding information
PARISH STAFF:
Fr. Joe Glaab, ofm, Pastor
To reach Fr. Joe for Confession or to chat, call the Parish Office, 403-932-2944 to make an appointment or EMAIL: jofglaab@hotmail.com
IN EMERGENCY: call Mount St. Francis Retreat at 403-932-2012
WELCOME Fr. Edward Anthonipillai, ofm, Assistant Pastor, part time
Fr. Edward has recently been appointed Assistant Pastor, part-time at St. Mary's.
IN EMERGENCY: call 236-638-4407 or Email: franciscansofm1974@gmail.com
Ron Fortier, Deacon
Ron Fortier, Deacon
Deacon Ron is available by appointment for anyone who would like to talk with him.
To set up a time, call the Parish Office at 403-932-2944 or EMAIL: ron.fortier@calgarydiocese.ca
Charlene Jennings
Charlene is our Administrator/ Parish Accountant. She's available at 403-932-2944 OR EMAIL at secretary@stmaryscochrane.ca accounting@stmaryscochrane.ca
Joseph Kadmous
Joseph is our on-site Custodian. To reach him, call the Parish Office at
403-932-2944.
What does it mean to belong at St. Mary's?
What does it mean to belong at St. Mary's?
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Should you need help, just ask. We're here for you.
Should you need help, just ask. We're here for you.
St. Mary's Parish has a group available to help the vulnerable and those stranded due to illness or being homebound. If help is needed, this team can run errands, do your grocery shopping, and/or pick up prescription drugs . . . Lean On Us can be reached at: LeanOnUs2020@gmail.com
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