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Fr. Fabio de Souza

Fr. Fabio de Souza, 49, was ordained to the priesthood in 2007 in his home archdiocese in Brazil and has been serving in the Diocese of Calgary since 2016. His priestly ministry has been shaped by years of pastoral service in parish life and by his involvement in priestly formation, including service in seminary leadership and teaching.

Before coming to Canada, Fr. Fabio served in his home archdiocese as Vice Rector and Administrative Director of the Immaculate Heart of Mary Seminary, where he also taught Pastoral Theology and Pastoral Psychology. He participated in diocesan life through service on the Presbyteral Council and was involved in Catholic media as the Executive Director of a diocesan television program.

Fr. Fabio’s academic formation includes graduate studies in theology in Brazil, where he completed a Master’s degree and a PhD in Theology. He also holds a Master’s degree in Church Administration and Management from the Catholic University of America in Washington, DC.

Since his arrival in Calgary, Fr. Fabio has served as pastor of Our Lady of Fatima Parish. Within the Diocese of Calgary, he has been asked to contribute to various consultative and pastoral bodies, particularly in areas connected to pastoral renewal and discernment. He also serves as the National Spiritual Director for the Marian Devotional Movement, which fosters devotion to Our Lady of the Cape in Canada.

In May 2024, Fr. Fabio took part in the international meeting of Parish Priests for the Synod in Rome, at the invitation of the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops. Appointed by Bishop McGrattan as pastor of our parish in 2024, he comes walking together with the community, serving the mission entrusted to us in a spirit of communion.

541 Silvergrove Dr. NW
Calgary, Alberta T3B 4R9

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The Resurrection Choir at St. Peter’s stands as a testament to the power of music and compassion. By coming together for the sole purpose of singing at Catholic funerals, choir members provide a touching and heartfelt gift to grieving families, lifting spirits and creating a sense of peace during times of loss.

For those who wish to be part of a choir but cannot make a weekly commitment, the Resurrection Choir is the perfect fit. We understand that people have busy lives and might find it challenging to commit to regular rehearsals. Therefore, we only practice before each funeral Mass, allowing members to participate when they are available.

If you want to be part of a choir that makes a difference without the pressure of a weekly commitment, we warmly welcome you.  The joy of making a positive impact on the lives of grieving families is the most rewarding aspect of being part of the Resurrection Choir.

Encounter is a new choir that began to serve St. Peters in late 2022. We would love to welcome singers and musicians of all ages to join our growing group. Our song selections are mostly traditional sprinkled with some contemporary – sourced from the Glory & Praise hymnal. 

 

Our choir has a passion for leading St Peter’s congregation in praise, the meaning of our name, Laudate.  We are a friendly and supportive group who love the liturgy, the music and the gift of blending our voices with each other and the assembly. The music we sing is diverse, from chant & traditional to contemporary. Our membership presently is mostly adults but families with children are always welcome. Many young people have grown up in our ranks! Singers and instrumentalists, with or without experience, who share our desire to praise and to serve, are invited to join us.

 

Youth Alive is a group of young singers and musicians who come together to offer praise to God.  Being a part of our choir provides kids and teens with opportunities to grow musically as individuals, while contributing to the artistry of singing together as a group.

There are also opportunities to grow into leading roles, thereby allowing for teens to build confidence, and become role models for the younger ones. We are always happy to welcome new members who share our passion for music, as well as a solid commitment to serving the parish of St Peter’s.

 

We are a group of singers and players who get up extra early to praise God with music!

There are opportunities for a variety of skill and confidence levels. Being able to read music is an asset but is not required. Instruments get the chance to shine by playing musical parts.

Choristers are encouraged to blend their voices in song and are provided with the opportunity to sing solo parts as needed. We practise every two weeks for about an hour. There is an emphasis on joy and mutual support.

Welcome to our Saturday Night Live Choir where our dedicated singers and musicians understand the importance of embracing modern musical styles while honoring our rich Catholic traditions. Our limited practice time before Mass enables those who are busy during the week, to fit both choir participation and Mass into their schedules. 

Our choir’s energy and enthusiasm radiates throughout the church as we engage the congregation in active participation. Our goal is to create an atmosphere that resonates with all generations, inviting the congregation to connect deeply with their spirituality through the power of music, igniting the fire of faith within every heart present.  We happily welcome new members!