Saint Charbel Parish, Ottawa

Maronite Catholic Church

Pray the Holy Rosary

"Through the Rosary the faithful receive abundant grace, as though from the very hands of the Mother of the Redeemer."
- Saint John Paul II (Rosarium Virginis Mariae)

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Our Parish

In the heart of the Vanier-Rockliffe neighbourhood in Ottawa, Saint Charbel Parish is a community comprised of hundreds of families gathered to pray, to help nurture one and other, contributing to the greater community and spreading the word of God daily! How did our Maronite Community and Heritage become so prominent here in Ottawa?

Parish Groups

Our parish thrives on its parishioners and their commitment to the Church. Find out what each group at our church is up to by visiting each and everyone’s page. There’s something for everyone!

Fersan El-Adra

6 - 12 Years Old

Bi-weekly meetings for the children of the Parish. A chance to make friends and discover their faith.

Talaeh El-Adra

13 - 17 Years Old

Vibrant, active youth group. Regular meetings, fun activities and building friendships.

Apostolic Marian Movement

18 - 35 Years Old

Interactive bi-weekly
Sunday meetings about the gospel, major social issues and social activities.

Parish Council

A pastoral council that serves to advise the Parish priest about pastoral issues.

Daughters of the Immaculate Conception

Ages 35 and up

Since 1972, The Ladies Auxiliary presently known as The Daughters of the Immaculate Conception (The Akhaweya) have been an integral part of the Parish.

Sacred Heart of Jesus

Ages 35 and up

Gathering of faithful men who meet to adore Christ in the Eucharist, listen to spiritual talks, engage in discussion and pray for one another.

Knights of Columbus

Ages 18 and up

The Knights of Columbus were founded in 1882 and turned into one of the largest Catholic brotherhoods in the world promoting the principles of charity, fraternity, and unit.