Archdiocese of Winnipeg

Welcome to the official Twitter account of the Archdiocese of Winnipeg, home to 155,000 Catholics in southwestern Manitoba, Canada.

[Ascension @AscensionPress]

White smoke = WE HAVE A POPE!!! 🙌

[CCCB @CCCB_CECC]

Episcopal Resignation and Appointment for the Archdiocese of Winnipeg
@Archwinnipeg

https://t.co/xJDoWZcP1R

[Salt + Light Media @saltandlighttv]

Our heartfelt thanks to Archbishop Gagnon for his service to the Church in Canada.

Congratulations to Archbishop Chatlain and @Archwinnipeg on this next chapter of your ministry!

https://t.co/MK55LIVoLp

#ArchWinnipeg #SLMedia @CCCB_CECC

[Archdiocese of Winnipeg @Archwinnipeg]

Tonight, the Archbishop will preside at a Mass of Thanksgiving for his 40 years of priestly ministry at St. Mary's Cathedral at 7:30 pm. A reception will follow in the parish hall.

Live stream here: https://t.co/SVwc0QiHo2

[Archdiocese of Winnipeg @Archwinnipeg]

Today, we are excited to wish Archbishop Richard Gagnon a very Happy Anniversary to the Ministerial Priesthood!

Archbishop Gagnon was ordained to the priesthood at Holy Rosary Cathedral in Vancouver on June 24, 1983, the Feast of St. John the Baptist, by Archbishop James Carney.

[Archdiocese of Winnipeg @Archwinnipeg]

All of us at the Catholic Centre want to wish a very Happy 75th Birthday to our Shepherd today! 🎈🎉⁠
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Please keep Archbishop Gagnon in your prayers as he celebrates this special milestone.

[Archdiocese of Winnipeg @Archwinnipeg]

The Summons begins again in September 2023!

The Summons is a 10-session Archdiocesan faith formation process designed for ANY adult who desires to grow in our Catholic faith.

For more information, contact Fr. Eric Giddins, at 204-832-6122 [email protected]

[Archdiocese of Winnipeg @Archwinnipeg]

Are you joining us for this special moment?⁠
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On June 9th, celebrate the #Ordination of Oliver Omega to the Ministerial Priesthood. Be part of this meaningful moment! ⁠
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The ordination will begin at 7:30 pm at St. Mary's Cathedral.

[Archdiocese of Winnipeg @Archwinnipeg]

Today we highlight St. Edith Stein who struggled through a period of despair. She recovered in part by drawing close to the Saints. With her guidance, let us practice empathy particularly in the face of stigma.

#NWLF2023 #NFLW2023

[Archdiocese of Winnipeg @Archwinnipeg]

Today we highlight St. Margaret of Cortona, a single mother. Through her intercession let us support one another, especially single parents, with tenderness and love.

#NWLF2023 #NLFW2023

[Archdiocese of Winnipeg @Archwinnipeg]

Having observed the consultations call for in the Code of Canon Law, pastoral changes have been announced effective August 1, 2023.

Please visit our website to review these changes: https://t.co/s3yww5P3Rd

[Archdiocese of Winnipeg @Archwinnipeg]

The Manitoba National Week for Life and the Family website has tons of resources for you to use throughout the year!

#NLFW2023 is only from May 7-14 but there are still opportunities throughout the year to honour families, the gift of life & the elderly!

https://t.co/IKfHc9hASL

[Archdiocese of Winnipeg @Archwinnipeg]

Do something to take care of the Earth today.

"Let us pledge to love and esteem the beautiful gift of the Earth, our common home, and to care for all members of our human family." - Pope Francis

[Archdiocese of Winnipeg @Archwinnipeg]

What’s in our Resource Kit?

We curated some great resources you can use in your parish or home to celebrate grandparents, spiritual grandparents, and the elderly.

Click the link below to get access to these great resources.

https://t.co/9fiQ2fYJqO
#NFLW2023 #NWLF2023

[Archdiocese of Winnipeg @Archwinnipeg]

Take a few minutes on this Divine Mercy Sunday to pray for sinners! St. Faustina is known as the Apostle of Divine Mercy.

[Archdiocese of Winnipeg @Archwinnipeg]

How do we safeguard the treasure that we’ve inherited?
What are the fruits we have inherited from our grandparents?

A good recipe? 🥘
A holiday tradition? 🎄
A certain prayer? 🙏
The gift of music? 🎶
Culture? 🇨🇦
Dance? 💃

#NLFW2023

[Archdiocese of Winnipeg @Archwinnipeg]

We from the Catholic Centre want to wish everyone from across the Archdiocese a blessed Easter Sunday and Easter season!

He is Risen! Alleluia!

[Archdiocese of Winnipeg @Archwinnipeg]

Find yourself in the Cross.

Wishing everyone a very prayerful Good Friday ➕

[Vatican News @VaticanNews]

"During the washing of the feet, think: 'Jesus has washed my feet. Jesus has saved me'... Jesus is always next to you. He never abandons us, ever!"

#PopeFrancis #MaundyThursday2023 #prison

[Archdiocese of Winnipeg @Archwinnipeg]

"Jesus has made Himself the Bread of Life to give us life. Night and day, He is there. If you want to grow in love, come back to the Eucharist, come back to that Adoration." - Mother Teresa

#HolyThursday #Triduum