We're a pretty busy family.
Scroll down to learn about our various faith groups and constituent communities:
- "The Forge" - Our main faith formation program
- UW Karol Wojtyla Club
- Laurier Catholic Club (returning soon)
- Waterloo Chinese Catholic Community
- Jesus Youth
- Couples for Christ - Youth
- Knights of Columbus Student Council
- Communio Circle of the Diocese of Hamilton
- WLU Christian Ecumenical Prayer Group
- Pro-Life Clubs
"The Forge"
Our main faith formation program, "The Forge", takes place in the Church on Tuesday evenings from 5:45pm - 6:50pm, leading into Mass at 7:00pm and our weekly "Pray and Play" (Adoration 7:30-8:30, followed by games in JP2SC).
"The Forge" consists of talks, Bible studies, and discussions to inspire and equip you for a deeper relationship with Christ and an authentic proclamation of the Gospel. We'll examine biblical themes and teachings, illuminated and guided by the Sacred Tradition and the Magisterium of the Catholic Church. We'll study the Catechism of the Catholic Church and the wisdom of the saints as well. St. Paul instructs St. Timothy to "carefully study to present thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly handling the word of truth" (2 Timothy 2:15).
The name of the program derives from the book of the same title by Saint Josemaría Escrivá (d. 1975). It evokes the idea of being founded, refined, and formed by the Holy Spirit through prayer and the teaching of the Church:
We look forward to seeing you at "The Forge" this Tuesday evening.
UW Karol Wojtyla Club
The Catholic club on the UW campus. An outreach to students by students - named in appreciation for our patron, carrying on his legacy of outreach to young people.
Meeting Thursday evenings on campus at UW.
Talk to Nick (one of the Student Centre residents), or see the group's facebook page for evolving details, including location and themes.
Meeting Thursday evenings on campus at UW.
Talk to Nick (one of the Student Centre residents), or see the group's facebook page for evolving details, including location and themes.
Laurier Catholic Club
(returning January 2019) The club for all Catholics at Wilfrid Laurier University.
Waterloo Chinese Catholic Community
The Waterloo Chinese Catholic Community is a family at the heart of spiritual development and fellowship. We gather to share our Catholic faith with each other through prayer, scripture reading, catechesis, and personal discussions. WCCC is also a place for rest and support during times of crisis and happiness for all our members.
WCCC was founded in 1972 as a Bible study group to provide Chinese Catholics a home in the University of Waterloo. However, we welcome everyone regardless of their race or creed.
We meet every Monday at 6pm in the St. John of the Cross room at the St. John Paul II Student Centre. Come join us!
More info: fb/groups/waterlooccc
WCCC was founded in 1972 as a Bible study group to provide Chinese Catholics a home in the University of Waterloo. However, we welcome everyone regardless of their race or creed.
We meet every Monday at 6pm in the St. John of the Cross room at the St. John Paul II Student Centre. Come join us!
More info: fb/groups/waterlooccc
Jesus Youth
Jesus Youth is a lively group of young people growing together in relationship with Jesus.
Join us every Friday for praise and worship, prayer, and fellowship!
Fridays 6:30pm in the St. Michael's Parish Centre (church basement)
More details: fb/JYWaterloo
Join us every Friday for praise and worship, prayer, and fellowship!
Fridays 6:30pm in the St. Michael's Parish Centre (church basement)
More details: fb/JYWaterloo
Couples for Christ - Youth
Don't be fooled by the name...this is not just a group for couples! (though couples are also welcome)
It is open to all young Catholics who have a desire to find joy in living out their faith!
Tuesdays 7pm @JP2SC in the St. Clare of Assisi Room (upstairs) NB: Subject to change early in the Fall Term see cfcyouth.ca for details
It is open to all young Catholics who have a desire to find joy in living out their faith!
Tuesdays 7pm @JP2SC in the St. Clare of Assisi Room (upstairs) NB: Subject to change early in the Fall Term see cfcyouth.ca for details
Knights of Columbus Student Council - Father David Bauer Council
A fraternity of men committed to living the Catholic Faith and making a difference in the world for Christ. The Student Council is a little different from what you might expect at your local KofC hall. Come join the great work these guys are doing. They meet Sunday afternoons at JP2SC in the St. Philip Neri Room. See Max Salman for details - just ask around (you'll probably run into one of the dozens of Knights in our Student Centre).
Or..fb/KoC16859
Or..fb/KoC16859
Communio Circle of the Diocese of Hamilton
Fostering the intellectual culture of the Church in the Diocese of Hamilton ON.
See their website: communiohamiltondiocese.org
See their website: communiohamiltondiocese.org
WLU Christian Ecumenical Prayer Group
Every third Thursday of the month at 10:00am at JP2SC in the Canadian Martyrs Room.
Join various Christian groups on the Laurier campus for a time of prayer, led alternately by the different groups.
Join various Christian groups on the Laurier campus for a time of prayer, led alternately by the different groups.
Pro-Life Clubs
Join one of the Pro-Life Clubs:
UW Students for Life: fb/UWSFL
Laurier LifeLink: laurierlifelink.ncln.ca
UW Students for Life: fb/UWSFL
Laurier LifeLink: laurierlifelink.ncln.ca