Families
& Youth
Snack and Stroll
Parents , grandparents, and caregivers, together with children of all ages are invited to gather in Springbank Park on Monday mornings all summer long, from 10AM-12PM. This is a great way to get to know other young families in our Family of Parishes!
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Programming will include playing at the playground and with outdoor toys, walking the park, snacks.
Pre-registration is recommended to receive rainy day location changes. Follow us on Facebook, or contact: Alexandria Fung: afung@dol.ca
Baby & Me Playgroup (0-6 years)
Parents , grandparents, and caregivers, together with children ages 0-6 years old, are invited for drop-in play at St. John the Divine Parish (Loft), on Monday mornings from 10 AM until 12 PM. Toys will be available, and refreshments will be provided. Some gatherings will include formation for young families.
This group is facilitated by Alexandria Fung, Pastoral Minister to Families & Youth.
Contact: afung@dol.ca
Liturgy of the Word with Children (4-6 years)
Sundays at St. John the Divine Parish Loft, 10AM Mass
Saturdays at St. George Parish Library, 5PM Mass
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​Annual registration is required. Please complete one Waiver per child and return to Alexandria Fung: afung@dol.ca
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Children ages 4-6 years old are invited to participate in catechetical activities about the Sunday Gospel while their families attend Mass. Activities include reading the Gospel at their learning level, learning prayers and songs, completing crafts related to the Gospel message.
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Programming is facilitated by trained volunteers of our Family of Parishes. This ministry is growing, recruiting and training new volunteers is ongoing. Scheduling is flexible. To get involved please contact Alexandria Fung,
Pastoral Minister to Families & Youth: afung@dol.ca
Family Adoration
June 26 | July 24 | August 28 | September 25 | October 23 | November 27 | December 18
Fourth Thursday of Every Month, 6PM-6:30PM,
Followed by a family social
Different than usual Adoration times at Springbank Catholic, Family Adoration events are offered with young families in mind. These 30 minute opportunities for prayer before the blessed sacrament will include music ministry, and activities for young people to pray with / work on while their families pray nearby. Coloring sheets and quiet activities will be available.
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Family social time will follow Adoration.
Baptism, Eucharist, Confirmation
Preparation to receive and celebrate the sacraments at Springbank Catholic Family of Parishes is ongoing. To support this growing ministry, we are in constant need of volunteers. Training and resources will be provided, and scheduling is flexible.
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For more information about joining the Team, please contact: sacramentsatspringbank@dol.ca
Springbank Camp
Our Summer Camp provides SK - Grade 6 students with an opportunity to build friendships, have fun, and most importantly, to learn about God's love for them. We strive to offer paid and volunteer positions to high school students to develop Christian leadership skills, and gain experience working as part of a team.
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Springbank Camp 2025 will take place from August 11-15.
Catholic Schools
There is something unique and special about education that views human life as an integration of body, mind, and spirit. Faith and spiritual growth are at the heart of Catholic education, which fosters the search for knowledge as a lifelong spiritual and academic quest. Through Catholic education, students learn about their Catholic faith and how to live it in all areas of life.
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Springbank Catholic Family of Parishes is responsible for the pastoral care of the students, staff, and families of
five Catholic elementary schools:
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​St. George (Feast Day, April 23)
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St. Jude (Feast Day, October 28)
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St. Nicolas (Feast Day, December 6)
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St. Rose of Lima (Feast Day, August 23)
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St. Theresa (Feast Day, September 30)
