Looking back to 1919 and the place of women in society, the world was a much different place.
Why are you here? Theologian Mary Jo Leddy looks to Canada's newcomers and the land itself for answers
By Michael Swan, The Catholic Register
For Mary Jo Leddy the question on the cover of her new book leads immediately to other questions. Why Are You Here? is Leddy’s way of asking Canadians, “Who are we? And who do we want to be?”
The Browns hit all the right notes at 60 years of marriage
By Mickey Conlon, The Catholic RegisterFor 60 years, David and Jeannette Brown have made beautiful music together.
Pilgrim's dairy: Hurting my ankle was just what I needed
By Samantha Goh, Catholic Register specialthink I had a lot of unanswered questions before my trip to World Youth Day. But God answered questions I didn’t even know I had.
Pilgrim's diary: Volunteers' sacrifice made our faith more real
By Jeff Taylor, Catholic Register special“Put service and mission first and you will see that everything else will follow.” - Pope Francis, January 27, Panamá WYD Volunteer Gathering
Global 'symphony' of WYD challenges nationalism, walls, Pope Francis says
By Catholic News ServiceJean Ko Din in Panama: WYD leaves behind a wealth of memories
By Jean Ko Din, The Catholic RegisterPope Francis calls on youth lead the way for Church and community
By Jean Ko Din, The Catholic RegisterPilgrim’s diary: We’re here, and we’re ready
By Rachel Wong, Catholic Register SpecialPANAMA CITY — I stood on a stage, looking out over a sea of young pilgrims. I had seen such crowds before, but never with such profound diversity. Flags representing countries from all over the world waved under the hot Panama sun. Despite the heat, there was a great sense of excitement and great expectation.
Shona Mass is a little bit of home for Zimbabweans in Edmonton
By Thandiwe Konguavi, Canadian Catholic NewsEDMONTON – On a wintry Sunday morning in an Edmonton church, Eve Masenda ties a blue chitenge — an African sarong-like garment — around her daughter’s waist before Mass begins.