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Editorial
Sr. Hosea Rupprecht · May 15, 2026
In our AI-driven age, Pope Leo insists that we keep the human person at the heart of every digital interaction. He reminds us that our faces and voices are sacred, for through the face and voice of Jesus, God communicates his very self to us.
Canadian Catholic News · May 16, 2026
When Fr. Dan Gurnick thinks about St. Francis of Assisi, he doesn’t think of birds, flowers or sentimental images of the beloved saint. He begins with Christ.
Questioning Faith
Mary Marrocco · May 16, 2026
A retreat on the theme of “the story depression tells and the story Christianity tells” rang in the ears and hearts of us attendees.
Isabella H. de Carvalho · May 19, 2026
Pope Leo XIV approved the creation of an Interdicasterial Commission on Artificial Intelligence in a rescript released May 16. The rescript was signed by Cardinal Michael Czerny, prefect of the Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development.
Gina Christian · May 19, 2026
Bishop Michael M. Pham of San Diego said the faithful there "stand united in solidarity and prayer with the Muslim community" after a deadly May 18 shooting at a mosque complex in that city killed three adults, including a security guard.
Former Campaign Life president worked tirelessly for the preborn
Quinton Amundson · May 19, 2026
Jim Hughes (1943-2026), a towering and beloved Canadian champion of the preborn for over half a century, passed away on the morning of May 18 surrounded by loved ones.
Catholic Register Editorial · May 19, 2026
Jim Hughes confessed to us that his life as the godfather of Canada’s pro-life movement began in a state of disbelief.
David Agren · May 20, 2026
Bolivia’s Catholic bishops appealed for dialogue and “humanitarian pauses” during disruptive protests, which have collapsed the highlands of the Andean country and threatened the administration of President Rodrigo Paz.
Courtney Mares · May 20, 2026
Pope Leo XIV’s first encyclical, Magnifica Humanitas, will be published May 25, addressing artificial intelligence and the protection of human dignity, the Vatican has announced.
Quinton Amundson · May 20, 2026
Do not tell Jim Hughes he must be a compromiser who tempers his pro-life beliefs.
Safeguards sought as Canada welcomes soccer fans from around the world
Prestige, patriotism and spectacle are coming to Canada, the United States and Mexico courtesy of the 2026 FIFA World Cup starting on June 11.
Relocates to Manresa due to Loretto Abbey renovations
Luke Mandato · May 20, 2026
The Daily TV Mass is trading one holy space for another, with production for the National Catholic Broadcasting Council's central offering relocating from the Loretto Abbey Chapel to Manresa Jesuit Spiritual Renewal Centre in Pickering.
Carol Glatz · May 20, 2026
Christ is present in the liturgy -- in the word that is proclaimed, in the sacraments, in the ministers, in the community and most of all in the Eucharist, Pope Leo XIV said.
Quinton Amundson · May 21, 2026
Catholic Missions in Canada’s (CMIC) traditional St. Philip Neri Mass is taking place May 26 at Toronto's All Saints Parish, and is being offered online to supporters across the nation and beyond.
Plight of minorities post-Assad remains dire, activists say
Susan Korah · May 21, 2026
The situation of Syria’s remaining Christians and other minorities continues to deteriorate despite the passing grade that Canadian ambassador Gregory Galligan recently gave the post-Assad government.
Catholic Register Staff · May 21, 2026
A text from Sr. Mary-Ellen Francoeur of Pax Christi Toronto on the group’s honouring of Canadian Ambassador of Peace, Lyn Adamson.
Catholic Register Special · May 22, 2026
After accepting the music ministry position that had been offered to me at St. Mary’s Church in the London diocese, the same church where the “blueprint” for Fr. Patrick Peyton’s first Diocesan Family Rosary Crusade was given to him back in 1947, I was asked to organize the church’s centenary anniversary.
Battling ableism since day one, doctor won’t give up on life
Quinton Amundson · May 22, 2026
Born with cerebral palsy (CP), Dr. Heidi Janz’s movement and speech have been severely limited every day of her life. She spent much time growing up in a hospital and requires a motorized wheelchair to move. Her CP impedes her ability to form words.
Canadian missionary-surgeon Stephen Foster’s devotion to Angola now stretches beyond 45 years — a significant milestone without a doubt.
Luke Mandato · May 22, 2026
St. Michael’s Choir School is looking to close its concert season on a high note with Sing Unto God, a celebration of sacred music across classic and modern pieces featuring a full string orchestra and rising young soloists at historic St. Paul’s Basilica on May 31.