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Activists really ‘eco-colonialists,’ Indigenous say
Anna Farrow · February 1, 2025
Three Indigenous natural resource professionals say activist environmentalists are paternalistic when they claim to speak for Indigenous groups and oftentimes hold priorities at odds with the best interests of those communities.
Quinton Amundson · February 3, 2025
One of Dr. Mark Yenson’s desires for academics serving in Catholic higher education, in Canada and abroad, is to convey greater confidence that faith-driven learning is a “gift to our society that we need to hold on to and to promote.”
Justin McLellan · February 3, 2025
The presentation of Jesus in the temple of Jerusalem shows that God's closeness to humanity is not confined to a place of worship but is manifested in his living among people, Pope Francis said.
Carol Glatz · February 3, 2025
It is unacceptable that a child's right to life and a dignified childhood should be sacrificed to "the idols" of power, profit, ideology and nationalistic self-interest, Pope Francis told a group of world experts and leaders.
Cindy Wooden · February 3, 2025
Forgiving others is never easy, and it is even more difficult in a situation of war, but it is essential, Pope Francis told Ukrainian young adults.
Simone Orendain · February 4, 2025
Fr. Carlos Martins, a Canadian priest, exorcist and co-host of The Exorcist Files podcast, pleaded not guilty Jan. 27 in an Illinois court to a misdemeanor charge of battery over an alleged incident that took place during a national relic tour.
Quinton Amundson · February 4, 2025
A food insecurity emergency declaration is active in Toronto, Mississauga and Kingston, Ont.
Kimberley Heatherington · February 4, 2025
By the afternoon of Feb. 2, there were 67 Crosses standing under a leaden grey sky — one for each victim from the Washington aviation disaster.
Neocolonialist turn ties aid to Western wants, not Third World needs
Anna Farrow · February 5, 2025
Canada's role over the past decade on the global scene has witnessed a change, and not one for the better, say panelists at a recent event held in Ottawa.
Quinton Amundson · February 5, 2025
Monique Achtman proclaimed that her dear friend Denis Grady was “the great connector” during his 72 years.
Leading pilgrims across the Holy Door
Justin McLellan · February 5, 2025
Before the millions of pilgrims expected to come to Rome during the Holy Year 2025 cross through the Holy Door of St. Peter’s Basilica, they will be met by smiling faces and lime green jackets.
Junno Arocho Esteves · February 5, 2025
Pope Francis said he was "deeply saddened" by the tragic shooting in a Swedish school, sending "assurance of his spiritual closeness to all affected by this traumatic incident," in which 10 students of an adult education centre lost their lives.
A look at Pope Benedict’s 2009 meeting with Indigenous leaders
Paul Schratz · February 6, 2025
On April 29, 2009, Canadian First Nations leaders met at the Vatican with Pope Benedict XVI, who expressed regret and shame for abuses committed at Indian residential schools. Assembly of First Nations Chief Fontaine said the group “heard what we came for” and was “very happy” with Pope Benedict’s response.
Cindy Wooden · February 6, 2025
Pope Francis has extended the terms of Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re as dean of the College of Cardinals and Cardinal Leonardo Sandri as subdean, the Vatican press office announced.
Andy Drozdziak · February 6, 2025
The Catholic community in Sheffield, England, is in shock after the "tragic" stabbing of 15-year-old schoolboy Harvey Willgoose at All Saints Catholic High School led to the death of a student hailed as "one of our own" and "a best friend to all."
Lauretta Brown · February 6, 2025
President Donald Trump signed an executive order Feb. 5 barring biological males from competing in women's sports.
Justin McLellan · February 6, 2025
The Nicene Creed is more than a statement of faith -- it is a powerful sign of unity among Christians, Pope Francis said as he welcomed young priests and monks from Oriental Orthodox Churches to the Vatican.
Luke Stocking · February 6, 2025
Long ago while walking in Montreal, I came across an orange street work sign alongside Montreal’s Cathedral, Marie-Reine-du-Monde. It said, “Rue Barré” (road blocked). I took a snapshot for Instagram and posted: ‘le chemin vers Dieu n'est jamais barré.’ – The way to God is never barred.
Andrea Mrozek · February 6, 2025
There are no ordinary people, and there are no ordinary marriages.
Editorial
Matthew Marquardt · February 6, 2025
One vote each. The problem with having a single vote is that the policies of any single party, platform or candidate seldom align perfectly with Catholic social teaching.