In our continued efforts to support our youth toward living meaningful, ethical and fulfilled lives Bishop Macdonell offers:
Whole School Mass & Prayer Services
As a Catholic High School, we have the great privilege at Bishop Macdonell, of experiencing the sacred and long-lived traditions of our faith community.
September - Opening Mass
December - Advent Mass
March - Ash Wednesday Liturgy
April - Holy Thursday Liturgy
May - Catholic Education Week Mass (1st week in May)
June - Year End & Graduation Masses
Chapel
In addition to school-wide services, opportunities for the Sacrament of Reconciliation are provided during Advent and Lent, as well as offered on a drop-in basis. The Loretto Chapel is available at all times for our students and staff for quiet prayer/reflection, for class visits and for fellowship. It is a safe space for our entire school community.
UNDERSTANDING and PRACTICING FAITH THROUGH LENT
Luke Through Lent
Lent-Tips-Liturgy
Resources: Lent
Journey Through Lent - CCCB
https://www.cccb.ca/evangelization-catechesis-catholic-education/video-resources/journey-through-lent/
Student Retreats
Retreats are provided offer students an opportunity to delve deeply into their personal and authentic indentity as an individual and as community members. To foster a healthy spiritual and mental relationship with others and God.
For grades 9 and 10, participation in the retreats is part of the school curriculum and is mandatory.
Grade 9:
Fall - All students during their Week A classes
Grade 10 (HRE 201):
Spring - All students from Week A classes
Please see the Retreats webpage for details.
Mission and Outreach
Providing opportunities for staff and students to explore the joy of serving and helping their neighbours and community is necessary for Catholic Education. Holiday food drives, mitten trees and family sponsorships have enriched the lives of our Bishop Mac community. Our contributions support several of our local community charities, including Michael House and Hope House. Additionally, Bishop Macdonell staff and students have participated annually in the Canadian Cancer Society's Relay for Life, an event bringing together all WCDSB high schools, to raise over $75 000 to support cancer research.