By St. Patrick's Church
June 6, 2025, 9:20 pm
June 6, 2025, 9:20 pm
St. Patrick's Church Medicine Hat AB
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Medicine Hat’s most prominent landmark is St. Pat’s Church. The church with its 170 foot gothic tower, is said to be one of the finest examples of Gothic Revival architecture in all of North America. Its design was inspired by the medieval cathedrals in Europe.
The construction of the church in 1912, called for challenging and novel building methods and resulted in a triumph of engineering-science for the time. This task necessitated a continuous pouring of concrete, from the bottom of the foundation to the top of the highest cross. This was achieved by a large motor-driven concrete mixer connected to a tower elevator. The concrete was hoisted by drum-and-cable and delivered to any part of the wall by large conveyor pipes. In 1912, all of this was achieved without the benefit of modern transit mix or concrete pumps.
In 1932, a false ceiling of wood was installed in the church because of the extraordinary height of the Gothic interior, and consequent heating costs.
The magnificent, round rose windows on the east and west sides of the church were imported from France and were installed as recently as 1955. The new copper roof is part of a restoration program which started 1979, as are the solid oak doors gracing the entry.
The construction and maintenance of such a large church is ongoing, and a credit to the parish which has been committed to this project since 1912.
The construction of the church in 1912, called for challenging and novel building methods and resulted in a triumph of engineering-science for the time. This task necessitated a continuous pouring of concrete, from the bottom of the foundation to the top of the highest cross. This was achieved by a large motor-driven concrete mixer connected to a tower elevator. The concrete was hoisted by drum-and-cable and delivered to any part of the wall by large conveyor pipes. In 1912, all of this was achieved without the benefit of modern transit mix or concrete pumps.
In 1932, a false ceiling of wood was installed in the church because of the extraordinary height of the Gothic interior, and consequent heating costs.
The magnificent, round rose windows on the east and west sides of the church were imported from France and were installed as recently as 1955. The new copper roof is part of a restoration program which started 1979, as are the solid oak doors gracing the entry.
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238 2nd Ave NE
Medicine Hat,
AB
T1A 6A1
Canada
Phone: 403-526-2265
Fax: 403-504-0980
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Church Pastor
Reverend Roque Pereira
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238 2nd Ave NE
Medicine Hat,
AB
T1A 6A1
Canada
Phone: 403-526-2265 / 403-849-0573
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Reverend Roque Pereira
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Fr. Roque Pereira, usually known as Rockstar the great, by many.
I am the oldest in a family of six siblings. I have 3 brothers and two sisters. I joined the minor seminary in Goa, India, at the age of 14. I finished my high school studies, and then graduated with a BA degree in Psychology and English Literature. I also completed my Philosophical and Theological studies at the major seminary in Goa, India. Then, I took a break for three years, just to test my vocation to the priesthood. During that time, I did some courses in Computer Applications, Music and atering. I worked as a supervisor at St. Xavier’s Academy in India, a school for the handicapped and the mentally disabled children for 2 years. It was a really a rewarding and enriching experience to me.
I immigrated to Canada in August 2004, as a candidate for the priesthood in the Diocese of Calgary. Soon after, I did my five years of Theological Studies at St. Peter’s Seminary, in London, Ontario, which is affiliated with the University of Western Ontario. I graduated with a Master of Advanced Divinity Degree in April 2010, and was ordained to the Priesthood by Bishop Henry on 18th June, 2010 at St. Mary’s Cathedral, Calgary. In August 2010, I was appointed as an Associate Pastor at Holy Family Catholic Church, Medicine Hat, where I served for two years. Then, in August 2012, I was appointed as an Associate Pastor, to All Saints Parish, Lethbridge, where I served there for a year, and soon after, I was appointed as a Chaplain for the University of Lethbridge and Lethbridge Community College in August 2013. Since then, I have been involved working with the students and the youth and young adults, helping them with pastoral counseling, spiritual direction, celebrating Mass on both campuses, and organizing other activities, such as “Theology on Tap”,& “Praise and Worship Nights” etc. in order to establish and build relationship with Jesus Christ, and help them grow in their faith journey.
It is sad to leave this ministry as the college and university chaplain, but I totally understand that God has some bigger plans for me to serve Him and His people in the life of parish ministry. Bishop McGrattan has appointed me as a Parochial Administrator with you, her at St. Patrick’s Roman Catholic Parish and I sincerely think and believe that it is a great move for me to work with different parish ministries and beyond. I thank God for giving me this opportunity to grow in my gifts, talents and skills.
May God bless you all, and keep you all in good health always.
Sincerely in Christ Jesus,
Fr. Roque Pereira
I am the oldest in a family of six siblings. I have 3 brothers and two sisters. I joined the minor seminary in Goa, India, at the age of 14. I finished my high school studies, and then graduated with a BA degree in Psychology and English Literature. I also completed my Philosophical and Theological studies at the major seminary in Goa, India. Then, I took a break for three years, just to test my vocation to the priesthood. During that time, I did some courses in Computer Applications, Music and atering. I worked as a supervisor at St. Xavier’s Academy in India, a school for the handicapped and the mentally disabled children for 2 years. It was a really a rewarding and enriching experience to me.
I immigrated to Canada in August 2004, as a candidate for the priesthood in the Diocese of Calgary. Soon after, I did my five years of Theological Studies at St. Peter’s Seminary, in London, Ontario, which is affiliated with the University of Western Ontario. I graduated with a Master of Advanced Divinity Degree in April 2010, and was ordained to the Priesthood by Bishop Henry on 18th June, 2010 at St. Mary’s Cathedral, Calgary. In August 2010, I was appointed as an Associate Pastor at Holy Family Catholic Church, Medicine Hat, where I served for two years. Then, in August 2012, I was appointed as an Associate Pastor, to All Saints Parish, Lethbridge, where I served there for a year, and soon after, I was appointed as a Chaplain for the University of Lethbridge and Lethbridge Community College in August 2013. Since then, I have been involved working with the students and the youth and young adults, helping them with pastoral counseling, spiritual direction, celebrating Mass on both campuses, and organizing other activities, such as “Theology on Tap”,& “Praise and Worship Nights” etc. in order to establish and build relationship with Jesus Christ, and help them grow in their faith journey.
It is sad to leave this ministry as the college and university chaplain, but I totally understand that God has some bigger plans for me to serve Him and His people in the life of parish ministry. Bishop McGrattan has appointed me as a Parochial Administrator with you, her at St. Patrick’s Roman Catholic Parish and I sincerely think and believe that it is a great move for me to work with different parish ministries and beyond. I thank God for giving me this opportunity to grow in my gifts, talents and skills.
May God bless you all, and keep you all in good health always.
Sincerely in Christ Jesus,
Fr. Roque Pereira
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Chaplain for Hospital & Senior Homes: Reverend Francis Tran
Deacon: Reverend Mr. Terry Olson
Deacon: Reverend Mr. Terry Olson
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Administration
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Hazel Patzer
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Saturday 5:00pm
Sunday 9:00am & 11:00am (July - August: 10:00am only)
Tuesday & Wednesday 7:00pm
Thursday & Friday 8:30am
St. Patrick's Church mass times last updated on the 7th of June, 2025
Saturday 5:00pm
Sunday 9:00am & 11:00am (July - August: 10:00am only)
Tuesday & Wednesday 7:00pm
Thursday & Friday 8:30am
St. Patrick's Church mass times last updated on the 7th of June, 2025
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Sunday 7-9pm at Holy Family Parish
UNCHAINED is for youth grades 9-12 interested in growing deeper in faith and having fun!
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Friday 7-9pm Faith. Fun. Friends.
This group is for grades 6-8. We grow and learn in Christ, equipping ourselves to be His servants in the world (Ephesians 6:10-18). Typically, we meet two Fridays a month: one at Holy Family and one at St. Patrick’s Church.
Sunday 7-9pm at Holy Family Parish
UNCHAINED is for youth grades 9-12 interested in growing deeper in faith and having fun!
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Friday 7-9pm Faith. Fun. Friends.
This group is for grades 6-8. We grow and learn in Christ, equipping ourselves to be His servants in the world (Ephesians 6:10-18). Typically, we meet two Fridays a month: one at Holy Family and one at St. Patrick’s Church.
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St. Patrick's Church History
History of St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Medicine Hat
The first Catholic Church built in Medicine Hat was located at the corner of 3rd St. and 5th Ave. with the first mass being held Dec. 25, 1886. The building was 20 by 30 feet with a seating capacity of 120. It was originally simply known as The Catholic Church or the Roman Catholic Church of Medicine Hat. Records indicate it was not labeled as St. Patrick’s Church until approximately 1905.
By 1895, Father Leon Doucet was concerned that the church building was too small. Construction of a new building led by Father Auguste Cadoux did not begin until official sod turning on September 17, 1912. Manley N. Cutter of Mountclair, New Jersey, was selected as the architect. This was one of the first church buildings in Canada to be constructed entirely of reinforced concrete. The huge task required a large motor-driven concrete mixer in connection with a 75-foot tower elevator. Concrete was hoisted by drum and cable, then delivered to parts of the wall by means of immense conveyor pipes. The two steeple towers extend 150 feet into the sky and were labeled “the largest pigeon coop in Canada”. Pigeons would gather inside and youngsters would catch the pigeons and sell them for 10 cents each. The choir loft extends over the rear pews and leads to the bell tower.
The bell tower holds three bells, beautifully engraved with inscriptions and images, cast in France and blessed March, 17, 1914. The bells, which constitute a low pitch chime in keys D, F sharp and A, cost altogether $2551.68 and weigh 5316 pounds.
They were named Feliz Elizabeth, Mary and Mary Adelaide. From the 22-inch–thick basement walls, construction continued upwards until January 1914 when the superstructure was, more or less, complete.
It was intended that the cost of the new church be covered by the price received for selling the old one. But in reality, by this point more had already been spent than was in hand from the sale and the interior construction came to a halt. Mass was held in the basement from 1914-1931 due to the inability to raise funds in order to finish. This was caused by war, drought, crop failure and other extenuating circumstances.
At the insistence of Bishop John Kidd in 1931 work commenced on the upper church and was completed by 1932. At this time, Father Robert McGuinness, a graduate in instructional engineering, designed a false wooden ceiling because of the extraordinary height of the interior design and consequent heating costs. The ceiling is suspended almost 15 feet below the original concrete roof. This closes off what had been intended as a loft for a pipe organ and the upper tier of windows, which now can only be seen from the outside. The marble altar made in Italy of Carrera marble, a gift from Mr. Michael Leonard in 1913 was now installed in the upper sanctuary.
Walls were plastered, electrical and plumbing completed, and pews, confessionals, baptismal and pulpit were all moved up from the basement. Officially blessed on St. Patrick’s Day 1932, the first upper-level mass was celebrated. With a seating capacity of 625 the completed building had reached an additional expenditure of $150,000.
The first Catholic Church built in Medicine Hat was located at the corner of 3rd St. and 5th Ave. with the first mass being held Dec. 25, 1886. The building was 20 by 30 feet with a seating capacity of 120. It was originally simply known as The Catholic Church or the Roman Catholic Church of Medicine Hat. Records indicate it was not labeled as St. Patrick’s Church until approximately 1905.
By 1895, Father Leon Doucet was concerned that the church building was too small. Construction of a new building led by Father Auguste Cadoux did not begin until official sod turning on September 17, 1912. Manley N. Cutter of Mountclair, New Jersey, was selected as the architect. This was one of the first church buildings in Canada to be constructed entirely of reinforced concrete. The huge task required a large motor-driven concrete mixer in connection with a 75-foot tower elevator. Concrete was hoisted by drum and cable, then delivered to parts of the wall by means of immense conveyor pipes. The two steeple towers extend 150 feet into the sky and were labeled “the largest pigeon coop in Canada”. Pigeons would gather inside and youngsters would catch the pigeons and sell them for 10 cents each. The choir loft extends over the rear pews and leads to the bell tower.
They were named Feliz Elizabeth, Mary and Mary Adelaide. From the 22-inch–thick basement walls, construction continued upwards until January 1914 when the superstructure was, more or less, complete.
It was intended that the cost of the new church be covered by the price received for selling the old one. But in reality, by this point more had already been spent than was in hand from the sale and the interior construction came to a halt. Mass was held in the basement from 1914-1931 due to the inability to raise funds in order to finish. This was caused by war, drought, crop failure and other extenuating circumstances.
At the insistence of Bishop John Kidd in 1931 work commenced on the upper church and was completed by 1932. At this time, Father Robert McGuinness, a graduate in instructional engineering, designed a false wooden ceiling because of the extraordinary height of the interior design and consequent heating costs. The ceiling is suspended almost 15 feet below the original concrete roof. This closes off what had been intended as a loft for a pipe organ and the upper tier of windows, which now can only be seen from the outside. The marble altar made in Italy of Carrera marble, a gift from Mr. Michael Leonard in 1913 was now installed in the upper sanctuary.
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