Parishes across the Archdiocese continue to invite the faithful to enrich their spiritual journey this Lent.
Stella Maris Parish - Halifax
Stella Maris Parish is hosting a Lenten Mission titled: "St. Francis, another Christ, and the Path of Perfect Joy". Led by their pastor, Fr. Francesco Pirisi the mission will be on March 24 to 26 at St. Michael’s Church, 14 St. Michael’s Ave., Halifax. Each evening starts at 7:00pm and include a 45 minute presentation by Fr. Francesco. The final night will end with Adoration.
All nights will be available by livestream through the parish website: stellamarishalifax.com
Archdiocese of Halifax-Yarmouth Liturgical Norms
- Guidelines Funeral MAiD - July 2024
- Funeral Booklet-English - Sept 2014 - under review
- Funeral Booklet- French - Sept 2014 - under review
- Practice of Simbang Gabi Masses - Nov 15 2024
- Letter dated April 30 2025 - norms
- Letter dated Feb 2 2023 – changes after Covid
- Pastoral Guidelines on the Healing Ministry of the Church - April 30 2025
- Policy for Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion to the Homebound - April 30 2025
Holy Thursday - Holy Oil prayers
- RCIA Statutes Halifax - June 2022
- Guidelines for Confirmation - March 2023
- Baptismal Information (Valid, Invalid, and Doubtful Baptism)
Prayer for Peace

Liturgy Contacts
Fr. Henry Smolenaars
Pastor, Director of Liturgy
Deacon Bernie Young
Liturgy MC
Fr. James Richards
Retired, Consultant for Liturgical Ministry
