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Lakeland Catholic Schools Mourns Pope Francis Novena for the Repose of His Holiness (Day 9) Merciful and loving God, We come before You with hearts full of gratitude and sorrow as we remember Your servant, Pope Francis. You called him to be a shepherd to Your people, a voice for the poor, and a sign of Your mercy to the world. As we entrust him to Your eternal care, we ask You to welcome him into the joy of Your heavenly kingdom. Grant him peace, and give us strength to carry forward the light of his witness. Through Christ our Lord. Amen. Prayer for the Church: As we commend Pope Francis to Your mercy, we pray for the Church he loved and served. May the Holy Spirit guide those who will choose the next pope. May the Church continue to shine with the light of Christ, inspired by Pope Francis’s life of service, humility, and love. Our Father… Hail Mary… Glory Be… Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord, And let perpetual light shine upon him. May his soul, and the souls of all the faithful departed, Through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen. #IBelieveinCatholicEd

Today, all Lakeland Catholic Schools participated in a Memorial Liturgy for Pope Francis with reflections of the Funeral Mass for His Holiness. #IBelieveinCatholicEd

Lakeland Catholic Schools Mourns Pope Francis Novena for the Repose of His Holiness (Day 8) Merciful and loving God, We come before You with hearts full of gratitude and sorrow as we remember Your servant, Pope Francis. You called him to be a shepherd to Your people, a voice for the poor, and a sign of Your mercy to the world. As we entrust him to Your eternal care, we ask You to welcome him into the joy of Your heavenly kingdom. Grant him peace, and give us strength to carry forward the light of his witness. Through Christ our Lord. Amen. Legacy of Hope: Pope Francis encouraged us to be messengers of hope in a broken world. Through his words and actions, he reminded us that the Church is a place of welcome, joy, and new life. May his legacy live on in our hearts and guide future generations toward Christ. Our Father… Hail Mary… Glory Be… Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord, And let perpetual light shine upon him. May his soul, and the souls of all the faithful departed, Through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen. #IBelieveinCatholicEd

Mental Health Monday: Kindness.

Lakeland Catholic Schools Mourn Pope Francis Novena for the Repose of His Holiness (Day 7) Merciful and loving God, We come before You with hearts full of gratitude and sorrow as we remember Your servant, Pope Francis. You called him to be a shepherd to Your people, a voice for the poor, and a sign of Your mercy to the world. As we entrust him to Your eternal care, we ask You to welcome him into the joy of Your heavenly kingdom. Grant him peace, and give us strength to carry forward the light of his witness. Through Christ our Lord. Amen. Strength in Suffering: We reflect on the physical, emotional, and spiritual burdens Pope Francis carried with patience and trust in You. In times of illness, misunderstanding, and the weight of leadership, he remained faithful. May he now be free from all suffering and rest in the embrace of Your peace. Our Father… Hail Mary… Glory Be… Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord, And let perpetual light shine upon him. May his soul, and the souls of all the faithful departed, Through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen. #IBelieveinCatholicEd

🌟 Happy Volunteer Appreciation Week! 🌟 A huge thank you to all our incredible volunteers! Your dedication and hard work make a real difference in our school community. We couldn’t do it without you!

Lakeland Catholic Schools Mourn Pope Francis Novena for the Repose of His Holiness (Day 6) Merciful and loving God, We come before You with hearts full of gratitude and sorrow as we remember Your servant, Pope Francis. You called him to be a shepherd to Your people, a voice for the poor, and a sign of Your mercy to the world. As we entrust him to Your eternal care, we ask You to welcome him into the joy of Your heavenly kingdom. Grant him peace, and give us strength to carry forward the light of his witness. Through Christ our Lord. Amen. Apostle of Mercy: We remember his invitation to offer forgiveness and seek healing. May we strive to live as instruments of reconciliation and grace. Our Father… Hail Mary… Glory Be… Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord, And let perpetual light shine upon him. May his soul, and the souls of all the faithful departed, Through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen. #IBelieveinCatholicEd

Lakeland Catholic Schools Mourn Pope Francis Novena for the Repose of His Holiness (Day 5) Merciful and loving God, We come before You with hearts full of gratitude and sorrow as we remember Your servant, Pope Francis. You called him to be a shepherd to Your people, a voice for the poor, and a sign of Your mercy to the world. As we entrust him to Your eternal care, we ask You to welcome him into the joy of Your heavenly kingdom. Grant him peace, and give us strength to carry forward the light of his witness. Through Christ our Lord. Amen. Defender of Creation: We remember his call to care for creation. May we take up the challenge of Laudato Si’ i (Pope Francis’ call to care for the environment in our daily lives). Our Father… Hail Mary… Glory Be… Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord, And let perpetual light shine upon him. May his soul, and the souls of all the faithful departed, Through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen. #IBelieveinCatholicEd

Alberta Catholic School Trustees' Association MLA Reception | Edmonton Board Chair Anna Brockhoff and Bonnyville Trustee Vince MacDonald of Lakeland Catholic Board of Trustees were honoured to attend the ACSTA MLA Reception in Edmonton - a meaningful gathering of trustees, educators, and provincial leaders united in support of Catholic education. Events like these strengthen our collective voice and reaffirm our ongoing commitment to preserving and promoting faith-based education in Alberta. We are grateful for the opportunity to represent Lakeland Catholic and advocate for the students and families we proudly serve. #LCSDJoy #ACSTA #IBelieveInCatholicEd

Lakeland Catholic Schools Mourn Pope Francis Novena for the Repose of His Holiness (Day 4) Merciful and loving God, We come before You with hearts full of gratitude and sorrow as we remember Your servant, Pope Francis. You called him to be a shepherd to Your people, a voice for the poor, and a sign of Your mercy to the world. As we entrust him to Your eternal care, we ask You to welcome him into the joy of Your heavenly kingdom. Grant him peace, and give us strength to carry forward the light of his witness. Through Christ our Lord. Amen. Voice of the Poor: We honor his deep concern for the marginalized. May we continue to see the face in Christ in all those we encounter in our lives. Our Father… Hail Mary… Glory Be… Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord, And let perpetual light shine upon him. May his soul, and the souls of all the faithful departed, Through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen. #IBelieveinCatholicEd

Lakeland Catholic Schools Mourns Pope Francis Novena for the Repose of His Holiness (Day 3) Merciful and loving God, We come before You with hearts full of gratitude and sorrow as we remember Your servant, Pope Francis. You called him to be a shepherd to Your people, a voice for the poor, and a sign of Your mercy to the world. As we entrust him to Your eternal care, we ask You to welcome him into the joy of Your heavenly kingdom. Grant him peace, and give us strength to carry forward the light of his witness. Through Christ our Lord. Amen. Gratitude for His Life: We give thanks, O Lord, for the life of Pope Francis, for his witness to humility and mercy, and for his care for the poor and creation. Faithful Shepherd: We pray in thanksgiving for his years of ministry, that he may now receive the reward of his faithful service. Servant of Peace: We reflect on his message of peace, dialogue, and fraternity among peoples. May we carry this legacy forward. Our Father… Hail Mary… Glory Be… Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord, And let perpetual light shine upon him. May his soul, and the souls of all the faithful departed, Through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen. #IBelieveinCatholicEd

The Board of Trustees is meeting in Lac La Biche today. Join us to stay informed and engaged! View the agenda here: https://5il.co/3e63t

Today we celebrate the dedicated individuals who keep our organizations running smoothly. Your hard work, organization, and commitment are truly essential. From managing schedules to handling crucial tasks, your contributions make a significant impact every day. ✏️ 🖥️

Happy National French Immersion Day! Since 1972, French Immersion has empowered students across Canada to grow as curious, confident, and bilingual learners. At Lakeland Catholic, we are proud to be part of this national journey - celebrating the many benefits of learning in both of Canada’s official languages. Check out this video featuring students sharing what French Immersion means to them! https://www.youtube.com/shorts/ETk7Lx1AQeo #jnif2025 #FrenchImmersion #ACPI #LakelandCatholic #BilingualLearning #CatholicEducation #LanguageMatters

Explore future careers, connect with local employers, and experience hands-on industry demos at the Lakeland Regional Career Expo! 📍 Bonnyville Agricultural Society 📅 May 14 | 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM 📅 May 15 | 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM 🔍 Learn how to gain real-world experience through your school’s Work Experience or RAP programs. ✅ Register now: Scan the QR code or visit careersnextgen.ca #LakelandRegionalCareerExpo #FutureReady #HighSchoolCareers #NextGenCareers #LRCExpo2025

Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon him. May he rest in peace. Amen. Photo courtesy of Vatican Media

An Easter Message from Archbishop Richard Smith As we celebrate the joy and hope of the Resurrection, we invite you to take a moment to watch this Easter greeting from Archbishop Richard Smith of the Catholic Archdiocese of Edmonton. May his words inspire peace, renewal, and faith in your hearts this Easter season. 🎥 Watch now: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NbBGZGiEd6g

He is Risen! Alleluia! The Lord is risen indeed! - Luke 24:34 Easter is the promise fulfilled - a celebration of hope, renewal, and everlasting life through Christ. As we rejoice in the Resurrection, may we be reminded that faith conquers fear, and love overcomes all. Lakeland Catholic wishes you and your family a joyful and blessed Easter.

We're Hiring! Lakeland Catholic School Division is seeking an innovative and faith-filled leader for the role of Director of Learning Excellence. If you're passionate about Catholic education and ready to make a difference, we invite you to apply! Learn more and apply here: https://www.lrcssd.ca/o/lcsd/page/career-opportunities

By His wounds, we are healed. – Isaiah 53:5 On this sacred day, we pause in reverence and reflection. May the sacrifice of Jesus on the cross lead us to deeper compassion, greater humility, and a renewed commitment to love one another as He loves us. Let us carry this message in our hearts and extend kindness to all those around us.