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March 2018

March 16

Alleged abuse victims testify against Cardinal Pell at Australian court hearing

March 16, 2018

MELBOURNE, Australia – Alleged victims of abuse of Cardinal George Pell gave testimonies this week during a hearing in an Australian court which will determine if he will face a trial.

Vatican tribunal finds Archbishop Apuron of Guam guilty of abuse

March 16, 2018

VATICAN – A Vatican tribunal found Archbishop Anthony S. Apuron of Agana, Guam, guilty of some of the accusations made against him, accusations which included the sexual abuse of minors.

Pakistan bishops meet Pope, discuss anti-blasphemy laws, discrimination

March 16, 2018

VATICAN – Sitting in a small circle with Pope Francis in the papal library, five bishops of Pakistan felt like they were having a family discussion, including about their problems, said Archbishop Joseph Arshad of Islamabad-Rawalpindi.

Catholic leaders criticize Duterte's withdrawal of Philippines from International Criminal Court

March 16, 2018

MANILA, Philippines – Several Philippine Catholic leaders criticized President Rodrigo Duterte's decision that he was withdrawing the country from the International Criminal Court, which is investigating his international war on drugs.

March for Life navigating around bubble zone street issues

March 16, 2018

OTTAWA – After a year of battles over Charter freedoms, euthanasia, conscience rights and bubble zone legislation, March for Life organizers expect a large turnout for their May 10 trek to Parliament Hill.

Seat of Wisdom College hosts vocations week

March 16, 2018

When it comes to discerning vocations, there are always going to be fears because no one knows what tomorrow brings. But whatever your vocation is, joy is the ultimate aim.

Speaking Out: Progress on my Lenten practice

March 16, 2018

As Catholics, we’re challenged to pray daily. Apart from Sunday Mass, there are more possible ways to pray than I can even list, and I find it hard to decide what to focus on.

The Register Archive: 'Magnificent' salute to St. Patrick's Day

March 16, 2018

The Irish influence on The Catholic Register was readily apparent during the first half-century of the 125-year-old publication, and it was never more apparent than on St. Patrick’s Day. The March 17 feast day was dutifully and thoroughly covered each year, as evidenced by this abridged account of the St. Patrick’s Day concert at Toronto’s Massey Hall from the March 22, 1906 edition:

Catholic agencies adapt to refugee crisis

March 16, 2018

The global refugee crisis is transforming Catholic outreach, as agencies and the communities they serve struggle to bring basic services to 66 million people displaced by war, famine and natural disaster and another 258 million voluntary migrants seeking a better life outside their home countries.

Leap of faith: Young dancer lands a coveted spot in National Ballet summer program

March 16, 2018

When Christine Mrakuzic enrolled her three-year-old daughter Mia in dance, the idea was to help her overcome anxiety.

God's word on Sunday: Covenant with God is always evolving

March 16, 2018

Fifth Sunday of Lent, March 18 (Year B) Jeremiah 31:31-34; Psalm 51; Hebrews 5:7-9; John 12:20-33

March 17

Miami Archdiocese offers prayers after bridge collapse

March 17, 2018

WASHINGTON – Authorities in Florida's Miami-Dade area said at least six people have died but the number could rise as they search through the rubble of a pedestrian bridge that collapsed March 15 near Florida International University.

Many admire Padre Pio, but few imitate him, Pope says

March 17, 2018

SAN GIOVANNI ROTONDO, Italy – Many people admire St. Padre Pio, but too few imitate him, especially in his care for the weak, the sick and those who modern culture treats as disposable, Pope Francis said during Mass at Padre Pio's shrine.

Colombian bishops seek more solidarity with Venezuelan refugees

March 17, 2018

BOGOTA, Colombia – Bishops in Colombia are calling on officials, parishes and the international community to increase efforts to help Venezuelan migrants, who are leaving their country at the rate of at least 50,000 people per month.

Daily TV Mass has come a long way since its launch 20 years ago

March 17, 2018

A merge between ministry and technology has been bringing Mass into people’s homes for 20 years, and more recently, onto their smartphone screens.

Priest stirs up Twitter with celibacy defence

March 17, 2018

There’s no doubt that Fr. Harrison Ayre believes in the beauty of priestly celibacy.

Vanessa Santilli-Raimondo: Healthy eating is a taste of the good life

March 17, 2018

I don’t mean to be a downer, but an unhealthy diet is the leading risk factor for chronic diseases in Canada. This has been the case for the past two decades, according to research cited in the medical journal Canadian Family Physician, the official publication of the College of Family Physicians of Canada.

Charles Lewis: It was time to break free from my Facebook habit

March 17, 2018

On Ash Wednesday I gave up Facebook. I wanted to give up something that had been part of my daily life for years and that I thought I would miss once cut off.

Mallett creates music for a higher purpose

March 17, 2018

Mark Mallett was close to losing his religion when he rediscovered his Catholic faith through music.

ShareLife supports walk-in clinics vital for people in crisis

March 17, 2018

Everyone goes through times of crisis, but not everyone has a place to turn to for mental health support.