BC & Yukon Catholic Women’s League of Canada

06/13/2026

06/11/2026

A message from National President Betty Colaneri:
With a grateful heart, I would like to thank everyone who took the time to send birthday wishes, messages, prayers and kind greetings. I am truly touched by your thoughtfulness and generosity of spirit.

As I celebrate another year, I am reminded of God's abundant blessings and His faithfulness through every season. Your words of encouragement, friendship and prayers were a beautiful reflection of His love and a reminder of the gift of sisterhood.
I am deeply grateful for my sisters in the League who journey alongside me, sharing in life's joys and challenges. Your kindness made my birthday especially meaningful and filled my heart with gratitude.

May the Sacred Heart of Jesus bless each of you abundantly for the joy you brought to my day. Please know that your thoughtfulness was received with great appreciation and I thank God for each of you.

With heartfelt gratitude, blessings and hugs,

Your national president,
Betty Colaneri.

06/11/2026

06/09/2026

💙 Happy Birthday, Betty! Today we celebrate our National President, our very own Betty Colaneri with gratitude and joy.

Betty, your faith, leadership, and generous heart continue to inspire women across Ontario and beyond. You show us what it means to Ignite Your Passion and Empower His Mission in all you do.

May God bless you with peace, joy, and every grace you need in the year ahead.

Happy Birthday, Betty — we are so grateful for you!

06/09/2026

Alberni Valley Council celebrated the Feast of Our Lady of Good Counsel with a luncheon and awards presentation. Congratulations to members Nancy, Cheryl and Cecilia who received service pins of 20 years and to Cecile who is celebrating 65 years as a CWL member! Maple Leaf Service pins were also presented to Gail and Rosemarie for their outstanding service to the league.

06/09/2026

Holy Trinity CWL council in Nanaimo, BC held their annual Membership Appreciation Strawberry Tea where members not only enjoyed a special treat and the company of their parish sisters, but also celebrated the anniversary of their members who received pins ranging from 40 years to 5 years.

06/07/2026

Happy Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ!

06/07/2026

𝐒𝐨𝐥𝐞𝐦𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐌𝐨𝐬𝐭 𝐇𝐨𝐥𝐲 𝐁𝐨𝐝𝐲 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐁𝐥𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐨𝐟 𝐂𝐡𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐭
Today we celebrate Corpus Christi, a feast filled with joy and gratitude for the gift of the Eucharist. Unlike the solemn tone of Holy Thursday, this day lifts our hearts as we rejoice in Christ’s Real Presence among us.

At every Mass, the bread and wine are changed into the actual Body and Blood of Jesus Christ. This mystery of love unites us—not as isolated believers, but as one body in Christ, just as St. Paul reminds us: “𝐵𝑒𝑐𝑎𝑢𝑠𝑒 𝑡ℎ𝑒𝑟𝑒 𝑖𝑠 𝑜𝑛𝑒 𝑏𝑟𝑒𝑎𝑑, 𝑤𝑒 𝑤ℎ𝑜 𝑎𝑟𝑒 𝑚𝑎𝑛𝑦 𝑎𝑟𝑒 𝑜𝑛𝑒 𝑏𝑜𝑑𝑦.”

Across our communities, the Blessed Sacrament is carried in a monstrance through the streets in a public procession of faith. What a powerful witness that Christ walks with His people.

𝑹𝒆𝒇𝒍𝒆𝒄𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏
• What are other ways I can experience the joy of Christ in my life
• How can I share that joy with others

05/31/2026

Today invites us into a quiet, beautiful mystery — the inner life of God Himself. Father, Son, and Holy Spirit: not a puzzle to solve, but a relationship to rest in.

As women of faith, we carry this mystery every time we make the Sign of the Cross. We trace the love of the Father over our minds, the compassion of the Son over our hearts, and the fire of the Holy Spirit over our whole being.

We pause today not to explain the Trinity, but to let it shape us — to let Love draw us deeper into Love.

Prayer:
Dear God, there is so much depth to Your life. Help me to sit with You, to think about You, and to welcome the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit into every part of my life. Amen.

Reflection :
What holds me back from deepening my understanding of God as three Persons?
What small change can I make this week to strengthen my prayer life?