September 2026

In Gander, 25 years later, they still come from away

Quinton Amundson · September 5, 2026

Multitudes are still coming from away to Gander, Nfld. — 25 years since 9/11 brought it to the world's attention.

On 9/11, airport chaplain saw faith in action

Luke Mandato · September 5, 2026

It was a day that started like any other for Fr. Terrence “Terry” McKenna. Then in his 12th year as a senior chaplain with the Toronto Airport Catholic Chaplaincy, he walked through the terminal of Pearson International Airport anticipating the regular weekly chaplain meeting that was set to happen as if it were any other day.

Christian Heritage Month legislation under consideration provincially, nationally

Quinton Amundson · September 8, 2026

As provincial and federal politics begin to pick up legislative steam again starting this autumn following the summer recess, a stakeholder group set to pay close attention is the Christian Heritage Month initiative.

Pope Leo expresses hope Ukraine, Russia negotiations bear fruit

Junno Arocho Esteves · September 8, 2026

Pope Leo XIV once again appealed for peace in Ukraine and prayed that U.S.-led negotiation efforts would finally bring an end to the death and destruction caused by the conflict now in its fourth year.

Peruvian city to unveil world's tallest statue of Pope Leo for trip to South America

David Agren · September 8, 2026

The Peruvian city of Callao announced an unusual tribute to Pope Leo XIV ahead of his November visit to the South American country: the largest statue of the pontiff in the world.

Vatican foundation continues St. John Paul II's mission

Katarzyna Szalajko · September 8, 2026

The John Paul II Vatican Foundation will celebrate its 45th anniversary in Rome Oct. 19-22, bringing together members of its international community and culminating in a private audience with Pope Leo XIV.

Pope Leo calls for promoting, protecting human dignity

Carol Glatz · September 9, 2026

Christians can help overcome the many distortions and lies about the true dignity of every human person and, in doing so, promote and defend human life, Pope Leo XIV said.

Reconciliation fund opens doors

Quinton Amundson · September 9, 2026

Approaching the sixth annual National Day of Truth and Reconciliation on Sept. 30, a widely expressed sentiment in recent years about how to foster better bonds between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Canadians is the importance of providing meaningful pathways to education.

Christian aid reaches affected Nepal areas

Luke Mandato · September 9, 2026

Faith-driven relief efforts have mobilized worldwide, with Samaritan’s Purse Canada rushing more than 40 tons of emergency supplies to Nepal’s flood-ravaged Langtang Valley, while Aid to the Church in Need continues to assist local communities recovering from earthquakes across Colombia.

Cardinal Frank Leo’s message for the Solemnity of St. Michael the Archangel

Catholic Register Staff · September 9, 2026

Cardinal Frank Leo's message for the Solemnity of Saint Michael the Archangel 27 September 2026

Unlocking true leadership by incarnating Christ

Brendan Steven · September 9, 2026

Of the 60,000 leadership books already on the roster, why read this one? Why is it different?

Christians consider ethics of AI data centres

Quinton Amundson · September 10, 2026

Declaring impassioned resistance or welcoming with open arms are the competing prevailing sentiments emanating from discussions over AI data centres being staged in communities right across Canada and worldwide.

Tennis stars Carlos Alcaraz, Novak Djokovic exemplifying Christianity

Quinton Amundson · September 10, 2026

For Christians, one of the best sights is the spirituality incorporated in post-match celebrations.

Prayer walk for a world in dire need of peace

Luke Mandato · September 10, 2026

Newly appointed Rev. Janet Anstead is helping shepherd the return of the Prayer Walk for Peace, a simple, do-it-yourself ecumenical initiative that invites communities across the country to take to the streets in prayer for unity.

Grey Sisters for a century place trust in Divine Providence

Luke Mandato · September 10, 2026

This year marks a century that the Grey Sisters of the Immaculate Conception have been a steadfast presence in Pembroke and the Ottawa Valley, educating, caring for the sick and reaching out to those in need.

‘Living Water’ flows through Season of Creation

Stewarding God's life-giving gift

Luke Mandato · September 10, 2026

Catholics around the world have officially entered the 2026 Season of Creation, beginning Sept. 1 with the World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation and running through the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi on Oct. 4, this year under the theme “Living Water.”

Opening up the Register’s digital vaults

New archive feature allows readers to access more of the *Register* online

Luke Mandato · September 11, 2026

The Catholic Register has launched a new web archive feature that gives readers access to more than two decades of online articles available to browse directly from its official website.

Editorial

Faith gains a month

September 11, 2026

Growing support for coast-to-coast celebration of a Christian Heritage Month is welcome news though there are factors that might limit the urge to shout huzzahs from True North rooftops.

Theology schools grapple with ethics of AI

Mariela Torroba Hennigen · September 11, 2026

Instructors at Catholic theology schools in Canada are addressing the use of artificial intelligence tools this upcoming academic year in different ways. Some instructors say inconsistency in academic policy makes it challenging to develop best practices.

Canadian Catholic commemorates compassionate, selfless 9/11 aftermath

Maureen Basnicki lost her husband Kenneth in the World Trade Center attacks. A quarter-century later, she's still building a legacy of faith, family, and service in his name.

Luke Mandato · September 11, 2026

Once paralyzed by the grief of her husband's fate, Maureen Basniki has since found a way to dedicate her work to promoting and celebrating the heroic aspects seen throughout the country on 9/11, whether through Canadians welcoming travellers in Gander, schools and churches that became shelters or firefighters and search-and-rescue crews that crossed the border to help in New York.