News Archive

We started our day at the Titanic Belfast Museum. This was also a very powerful experience, as we learned about the building of the ship, and then the terrible details of the sinking.

Did you know that St. John Paul II Collegiate has a papal blessing from our patron saint? It is dated the day before his death, and is one of the most precious items we have connecting our school to

We are an Easter people! Did you know the Easter season is 50 days long? Eastertide ends on May 19! #StJPIIFaith #benotafraid #catholiceducation #ibelieveincatholiced #CTRfaith #CTRCatholic

We are an Easter people! Arranging mass on tour was a challenge, but sometimes God works in mysterious ways…we attended mass at the beautiful Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Sligo.

Easter Sunday was a busy day after mass - the Carrowmore Megalithic cemetery, followed by the fairy bridges, Wishing Chair, and the beach at Bundoran.

A day behind on Ireland updates! 😳 Saturday, we spent time in Galway shopping before going to the Glengowla Mine. We got to go deep into the mine and learned about the difficult lives of miners.

ALLELUIA, alleluia, alleluia! He is risen! #StJPIIFaith #benotafraid #catholiceducation #ibelieveincatholiced #CTRfaith #CTRCatholic

We held a Good Friday liturgy on Inis Oirr at Teampall Caomhán, otherwise known as St. Caomhán’s church (or St. Cavan in english) which dates from the 10th century.

🖤Behold the wood of the cross, on which is hung our salvation. Come, let us adore Him. 🖤 #StJPIIFaith #benotafraid #catholiceducation #ibelieveincatholiced #CTRfaith #CTRCatholic

A ferry to Inis Oirr today, with some touring on the island before a ferry tour of the Cliffs of Moher. We checked out the abbey, which our hotel is named for - it was built in 1253!

WHAT. A. DAY!! 🇮🇪 From Calgary to Amsterdam, and then to Dublin, it was a loooong day, but we are doing well. Dublin and #graftonstreet gave us a taste of Ireland, and we can’t wait for Moher…😬

What are the odds of meeting up with a former Gryphon at the airport?? Pretty good, it seems! And did we take her in as an extra helper and friend in Amsterdam? Of course!

Our students participated in a Lenten action today in bringing at least three Catholic Social Teachings to life: Human Dignity, Solidarity, and Preference for the Poor.

“Love one another as I have loved you. By this all men will know that you are My disciples, if you have love for one another.” ~John 13:34-36 #StJPIIFaith #benotafraid #catholiceducation

Mrs. Lutz’s religion class painted stained glass windows in preparation for Holy Week. Beautiful work! #StJPIIFaith #benotafraid #ibelieveincatholiced #ctrfaith

CTR is excited to announce the deadline for Tablets and Doorposts has been extended to April 15! Teachers are invited to submit up to three pieces of student writing for inclusion in the 2024

Hosanna to the Son of David! #StJPIIFaith #benotafraid #catholiceducation #ibelieveincatholiced #CTRfaith #CTRCatholic

Such beauty today in our halls as we celebrated our cultural heritage! ❤️🖤💛 #StJPIIRocks #StJPIILearning #StJPIICulture

🤔 Did you know: Henry Wadsworth Longfellow wrote an epic poem about a fictional Acadian girl named Evangeline, looking for her lost love during the Expulsion of the Acadians!

Check out this event happening tonight!