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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.
Several Parish NEWS items are listed below. But for EVERYTHING ELSE happening at St. Mary's, see our Weekly Bulletin HERE.
Dec. 12 — Tonight (7 pm) our parish is hosting one Mass of the Filipino "Simbang Gabi" series of nine masses before Christmas. No sign up necessary. All are welcome. Carolling starts at 6:30 pm. See p. 2 of the Bulletin for details.
Mass Ministry scheduling — NEW sign up sheets for Christmas and the month of January 2026 are now available in the Sacristy. A new Ministry Schedule will begin Jan 31/Feb 01 to run through March 8/9 weekend.
THIS WEEKEND (Dec. 13/14)—DONATIONS for MISSION MEXICO are gratefully accepted.
STEWARDSHIP— please volunteer in a parish ministry. Sign-up forms are available ONLINE HERE. Drop off your copy at the Church Office or in the collection basket at weekend Mass.
DONATION ENVELOPES for 2026 now available in Gathering Area.
Christmas Challenge — the K of C has challenged parish ministry committees to a "BEST DECORATED TREE" contest. See 'Featured' for details.
Dec. 19 — ADORATION NIGHT 7 pm in the Chapel: music, adoration, confessions. See 'Featured.'
Dec. 25 - Jan. 01—Parish Office closed.
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.
*** Note all events at St. Mary's are annotated in our EVENT CALENDAR, available HERE.
*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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