February 2025

For those who embrace Christ's love, death is not the end, Pope Francis writes

Carol Glatz · February 26, 2025

For those who recognize Christ as the saviour, death is not an end or a form of "annihilation," Pope Francis wrote in his general audience catechesis. It is a kind of "sister" that introduces the faithful departed to true life.

Pope Francis' condition shows 'further slight improvement'

Justin McLellan · February 26, 2025

Pope Francis' condition showed "further slight improvement" in the previous 24 hours, the Vatican said in its evening medical bulletin Feb. 26.

Quebec MAiD growth outpaces all others

'Explosive growth'

Anna Farrow · February 26, 2025

A Quebec report on end-of-life care reveals that the province is in a class of its own when it comes to euthanasia, though the rest of Canada is not far behind.

Figure of Speech

Christ will help in mental health crises

Gerry Turcotte · February 26, 2025

My last job in Australia before I returned to Canada was at a Catholic university in the very heart of Sydney. Much like my current Corpus Christi College campus here in Vancouver, it had a small but dynamic parish.

Learning a whole new way to pray

Cheryl-Ann Smith · February 27, 2025

Poustinia is a household word now, with variations available all over the globe. That was not the case before Catherine Doherty, a Russian refugee, settled in Canada and eventually founded the Madonna House Apostolate.

Claretians find new home in Vancouver

Nicholas Elbers · February 27, 2025

When shopping for a new home, most buyers avoid the poorer areas. For the Claretian priests who recently moved into the rectory at Sacred Heart Church in Vancouver, it was almost a selling point.

Pew: US Christianity downturn levelling, but Catholics suffer 'greatest net losses'

Gina Christian · February 27, 2025

A multiyear decline in Christianity in the U.S. may have levelled off, according to a new survey by Pew Research Center. However, the Catholic Church, the survey found, is seeing the greatest net losses of believers compared to other religions in the U.S.

Editorial

Pray for him

February 27, 2025

To adapt the words of Our Lord, we know not the day nor the hour when Pope Francis’ health will be restored, and he will return to his papal post leading Holy Mother Church.

Pope Francis’ intended homily for the Mass and ordinations to the diaconate

Catholic Register Staff · February 27, 2025

Pope Francis’ intended homily for last Sunday’s Holy Mass and ordinations to the diaconate, which was read by Msgr. Rino Fisichella because of the Holy Father’s hospitalization.

Pope Francis gives Sister Petrini two assistants for running Vatican City

Catholic News Service · February 27, 2025

The office governing Vatican City State was set to have a new president March 1 and, while in the hospital, Pope Francis changed the office's statutes to give the new president two top-level assistants.

How will you respond to Jesus’ call?

Bible Book(s)/Chapter(s) to read each day this week, Sunday, March 2 to Saturday March 8, 2025.

Lea Karen Kivi · February 28, 2025

Bible Book(s)/Chapter(s) to read each day this week, Sunday, March 2 to Saturday March 8, 2025.

Saskatchewan church allegedly torched

Sts. Peter and Paul in Prince Albert Diocese goes up in flames

Quinton Amundson · February 28, 2025

Prince Albert RCMP are characterizing the fire that destroyed Sts. Peter and Paul Church Feb. 21, as “suspicious.” But others within the community have no doubt on what is to blame for the church's destruction.

Campaign debunks trafficking misconceptions

Public awareness push launched

Quinton Amundson · February 28, 2025

The Canadian Centre to End Human Trafficking (CCEHT) is upping the ante in urging people to shed the false perceptions they may have about this criminal scourge.

Questioning Faith

Speaking of God speaks of humanity

Mary Marrocco · February 28, 2025

Recovering from illness, Stan was not well enough to return to work, but sufficiently well to take interest in life—and feel guilty through doing less than usual.

Pope Francis urges liturgical experts to avoid 'unnecessary pomp' in Mass

Justin McLellan · February 28, 2025

Liturgical leaders in the church must serve as humble guides to prayer rather than be strictly focused on the application of rules, Pope Francis said.

Severity of Pope Francis' health condition leaves future unpredictable

Luke Mandato · February 28, 2025

Despite Vatican updates confirming daily improvement in Pope Francis' condition following his most recent health woes, the seriousness of the now 88-year-old pontiff’s condition continues to make the future unpredictable.

Pope Francis' condition worsened; on stronger ventilation

Carol Glatz · February 28, 2025

After experiencing progressive improvement the past few days, Pope Francis experienced "an isolated crisis of bronchospasm" which led to coughing and "vomiting with inhalation," which worsened his respiratory condition, the Vatican said.