Holy Family Parish
Medicine Hat AB
T1B 4V3
Who we are
Holy Family Parish is a welcoming community of faith called together by Christ’s love and strengthened by the Holy Spirit, the Word, and the Sacraments.
We are committed to Spreading the message of the Gospel by work and action; Developing the dignity of human life and right of all persons; Sharing our time, Talent and treasure; Extending Christ’s peace and compassion to all; Building community and strengthening the Parish Family.
As a community of Prayer, praise and thanksgiving, we faithfully carry out our mission to help build the the Kingdom of God.
Mission Statement
Holy Family Parish is a welcoming community of faith, called together by Christ’s love, and strengthened by the Holy Spirit, the Word and the Sacraments.
We are committed to Spreading the message of the Gospel by work and action; Developing the dignity of human life and right of all persons; Sharing our time, Talent and treasure; Extending Christ’s peace and compassion to all; Building community and strengthening the Parish Family.
As a community of Prayer, praise and thanksgiving, we faithfully carry out our mission to help build the the Kingdom of God.
Mission Statement
Holy Family Parish is a welcoming community of faith, called together by Christ’s love, and strengthened by the Holy Spirit, the Word and the Sacraments.
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Holy Mass for 13th Sunday in Ordinary Time Year A ( July 2, 2023)
Leadership
Leader Name:
Fr. Iqbal Khurshid
Leader Position:
Pastor
Phone:
Fax:
403 526 2482
Leader Email:
Click here to contact Fr. Iqbal Khurshid
Leader Bio:
I am 7th in the family of 11 brothers and sisters, born on May 6th, 1976 in a village (Punjab, Pakistan)of over 20 thousand people with only 20 Christian families. My parents are still enjoying the earthly life by the grace of God. As a kid I have studied in boarding hostels up to grade 10. After that, I joined St. Thomas the Apostle minor seminary, Faisalabad in 1992(known for textile industry) for 4 years.
I completed my philosophy studies from St. Francis Xavier major seminary, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan for 3 years. I then was sent to Christ the King major seminary, Karachi, Sindh (which is on Arabian Sea) to study Theology for 4 years. In 2004 I completed my seminary formation for 11 years however while I was in the final year of my theological studies my bishop (who is Cardinal now) gave me to the new diocese which is in the South of Pakistan (Balochistan).
I was ordained to the priesthood on December 10th, 2004. I was interested in being a missionary to learn about other cultures, I requested to leave the diocese and with the help of an Oblate Priest (OMI) who has worked in the Diocese of Calgary with the native communities, I landed in Canada August 2011. I worked for one year in Holy Spirit Parish, Calgary, 1 yr. in the NWT to help the Diocese of McKenzie-Fort Smith. And back to Calgary, St. Michael’s Catholic Community for 3 yrs. and then to St. Albert the Great Parish, to serve for 2 yrs.
And now Holy Family Parish, my 5th move in 7 years. I believe in the saying of Jesus “say we are unworthy servants and we only did what we were supposed to do” and that has strengthened me in priesthood to do any and everything with commitment and sincerity of heart.
God has blessed me with many gifts such as photography, cooking, calligraphy, painting, sewing, needlework and many others. Lastly English is my 6th Language.
I would love to work together to make Holy Family Parish a family of love, care and support remembering the words of St. Paul “ But we have this treasure in the clay jars, so that it may be made clear that this extraordinary power belongs to God and does not come from us” (2 Corinthians 4:7)
Blessings… Fr. Iqbal
I completed my philosophy studies from St. Francis Xavier major seminary, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan for 3 years. I then was sent to Christ the King major seminary, Karachi, Sindh (which is on Arabian Sea) to study Theology for 4 years. In 2004 I completed my seminary formation for 11 years however while I was in the final year of my theological studies my bishop (who is Cardinal now) gave me to the new diocese which is in the South of Pakistan (Balochistan).
I was ordained to the priesthood on December 10th, 2004. I was interested in being a missionary to learn about other cultures, I requested to leave the diocese and with the help of an Oblate Priest (OMI) who has worked in the Diocese of Calgary with the native communities, I landed in Canada August 2011. I worked for one year in Holy Spirit Parish, Calgary, 1 yr. in the NWT to help the Diocese of McKenzie-Fort Smith. And back to Calgary, St. Michael’s Catholic Community for 3 yrs. and then to St. Albert the Great Parish, to serve for 2 yrs.
And now Holy Family Parish, my 5th move in 7 years. I believe in the saying of Jesus “say we are unworthy servants and we only did what we were supposed to do” and that has strengthened me in priesthood to do any and everything with commitment and sincerity of heart.
God has blessed me with many gifts such as photography, cooking, calligraphy, painting, sewing, needlework and many others. Lastly English is my 6th Language.
I would love to work together to make Holy Family Parish a family of love, care and support remembering the words of St. Paul “ But we have this treasure in the clay jars, so that it may be made clear that this extraordinary power belongs to God and does not come from us” (2 Corinthians 4:7)
Blessings… Fr. Iqbal
Other Church Leaders:
Associate Pastor - Rev. Matthew Emmelkamp
Deacons:
Rev. Mr. Robert Risling &
Rev. Mr. Bill Schnitzler
Deacons:
Rev. Mr. Robert Risling &
Rev. Mr. Bill Schnitzler
Administration
Admin Name:
Teresa Studer
Admin Position:
Office Administrator
Phone:
Fax:
403 526 2482
Admin Email:
Click here to contact Teresa Studer
Holy Family Parish Mass Times
Mass Times:
Saturday
5:00pm
First Saturday of the month 8:30am
Sunday
8:30am
10:30am
6:00pm
Monday to Friday
9:00am
Reconciliation:
Friday
9:30 – 10:30am
Saturday
3:30 – 4:45pm
Reconciliation is also available by appointment. Please contact the office at 403-527-6933.
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Saturday
5:00pm
First Saturday of the month 8:30am
Sunday
8:30am
10:30am
6:00pm
Monday to Friday
9:00am
Reconciliation:
Friday
9:30 – 10:30am
Saturday
3:30 – 4:45pm
Reconciliation is also available by appointment. Please contact the office at 403-527-6933.
It's been more than 9 months since the last mass times update. Please make sure to contact the church to confirm mass times.
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Office Hours:
Monday-Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm
July & August - Closed from 12-1pm
Monday-Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm
July & August - Closed from 12-1pm
Holy Family Parish History
September 1999 - The first plans for a new church were put forth to us by Bishop Frederick Henry.
August 1st, 2001 - St. Mary’s, Christ the King and St. Joseph’s Schuler all merged into the new parish called Holy Family Parish and the first mass was celebrated that day in an open field that would later become Holy Family Church.
August 20, 2004 – Medicine Hat’s skyline was changed with the steeple and the cross being raised into place.
November 28, 2004 - Many people came together as an exciting new community emerged with a Solemn Dedication and Blessing by Bishop Frederick Henry and the celebration of the first Mass in Holy Family Church.
The parishioners of Holy Family Parish are so grateful for the generous space and the warm atmosphere of this building. The pews can hold about 1500 adults and the church hall can accommodate events for up to 350 persons. There are also smaller meeting rooms if wanted. Parking is never an issue in the large lot.
August 1st, 2001 - St. Mary’s, Christ the King and St. Joseph’s Schuler all merged into the new parish called Holy Family Parish and the first mass was celebrated that day in an open field that would later become Holy Family Church.
November 28, 2004 - Many people came together as an exciting new community emerged with a Solemn Dedication and Blessing by Bishop Frederick Henry and the celebration of the first Mass in Holy Family Church.
The parishioners of Holy Family Parish are so grateful for the generous space and the warm atmosphere of this building. The pews can hold about 1500 adults and the church hall can accommodate events for up to 350 persons. There are also smaller meeting rooms if wanted. Parking is never an issue in the large lot.
"One should never initiate anything that he cannot saturate with prayer."Unknown
Holy Family Parish listing was last updated on the 5th of July, 2023
