October 2026

Prayers sought for persecuted Christians

Quinton Amundson · October 17, 2026

One could naturally be quite intimidated when first confronted with the knowledge that there are up to 400 million Christians around the world currently at risk of experiencing persecution.

‘What are you going to do now?’ MAiD opponent asks former Quebec premier

‘I’m not sure that I would have again voted for that law’

Paul Schratz · October 17, 2026

Former Quebec premier Philippe Couillard’s reservations about the expansion of medical assistance in dying are drawing international attention, with a longtime opponent calling on him to do something about the legislation he helped enact.

Pope Leo XIV discharged from hospital early following lung cancer surgery

Courtney Mares · October 17, 2026

Pope Leo XIV was discharged from the hospital Oct. 17 after doctors deemed him fit to return to the Vatican four days after lung cancer surgery.

Another priest is kidnapped amid Nigeria's security crisis

Fredrick Nzwili · October 17, 2026

Catholic leaders in Nigeria's Diocese of Otukpo are appealing for prayers following the kidnapping of Father John Inalegwu Otache, pastor of St. Margaret Parish in Ajegbe–Awume.

'Go and make disciples of all nations'

World Mission Sunday at 100

Luke Mandato · October 18, 2026

As the universal Church marks the 100th anniversary of World Mission Sunday Oct. 18, Fr. Paul Johnston is determined that Catholics will see the day as far more than another second collection.

Pope Leo returns to Vatican window for Angelus saying prayers sustained him after cancer surgery

Courtney Mares · October 18, 2026

One week after Pope Leo XIV first revealed to the world that he would be undergoing lung surgery, the pope returned to the window of the Vatican's Apostolic Palace Oct. 18, thanking Catholics worldwide for their prayers five days after undergoing lung cancer surgery.

French bishops condemn 'unacceptable violence' as riots sweep nation

Caroline de Sury · October 19, 2026

France's bishops condemned "unacceptable violence" that "gripped" the country over the Oct. 17-18 weekend.

The Flying Friar and other wild facts

The miraculous, supernatural, angelic and demonic — “a history of the impossible”

Quinton Amundson · October 19, 2026

The miraculous, supernatural, angelic and demonic — in other words “a history of the impossible” — was explored during the annual CWL lecture at St. Mary’s University on Oct. 15 in Calgary.

Pope's health overshadows family, marriage meeting

But Amoris Laetitia talks stayed focused

Quinton Amundson · October 20, 2026

Despite a week-long Vatican gathering on marriage and family life being overshadowed by Pope Leo XIV's medical condition, those in attendance stayed focused on the task at hand.

Pope Leo urges Ukraine-Russia humanitarian cooperation

Junno Arocho Esteves · October 20, 2026

Pope Leo XIV spoke by phone with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, expressing hope that Ukraine and Russia will cooperate on humanitarian aid and evacuations for civilians in the southern Ukrainian city of Oleshky, the Vatican said.

Prayers flow for CFB Wainwright dead, injured

Quinton Amundson · October 20, 2026

Bishop Scott McCaig has offered up prayers for all responding to and devastated by the horrifying Oct. 17 grass fire at Canadian Forces Base (CFB) Wainwright that tragically killed four soldiers and hospitalized 39 other service members, 19 of those in critical condition.

Denver archbishop asks prominent exorcist to step out of media spotlight for 1 year

Gina Christian · October 20, 2026

A priest known for his high-profile exorcism ministry has been asked by a Colorado archbishop to step back from the spotlight.

Filipino activist highlights Jesuit ecological justice campaign

Susan Korah · October 21, 2026

“The cry of the Earth is intimately linked with the cry of the poor.” These words from Laudato si’ resonate deeply in the heart and mind of environmental activist Brex Aravelo.

Protecting marriage more urgent than ever, Pope Leo says after surgery

Josephine Peterson · October 21, 2026

Marriage requires more than physical attraction, Pope Leo XIV said in his first weekly general audience since undergoing lung cancer surgery, emphasizing that authentic love involves mutual self-giving, fidelity and a lifelong commitment between spouses.

Papal legate Leo set for Georgia Martyrs’ beatification

Toronto Cardinal to act as Pope’s representative

Quinton Amundson · October 21, 2026

Treasuring the opportunity to serve as papal legate for the Georgia Martyrs’ beatification liturgy on Oct. 31 as a “profound honour,” Cardinal Frank Leo and his staff have worked alongside the Diocese of Savannah in recent months in the spirit of organizing the most transcendent celebration imaginable.

Pope Leo needs 'no further treatment' following lung cancer surgery

Gina Christian · October 22, 2026

Doctors have confirmed Pope Leo XIV needs "no further treatment" following his Oct. 13 surgery for lung cancer.

An open letter from Andy Harrington to celebrate World Food Day

Catholic Register Staff · October 22, 2026

An open letter from Andy Harrington, executive director of the Canadian Foodgrains Bank, to celebrate World Food Day earlier this month.

Editorial

MAiD’s losing bet

October 22, 2026

It might not yet be the Dawning of the Age of Aquarius but at least one hopeful light is shining in the effort to illuminate the reality of medically assisted death.

The beauty of church, from inside out

Luke Stocking · October 22, 2026

I think that love of the sacred is not just a love of people, or community, or time, but also the love of space. Our church is a sacred space.

CNEWA gala highlights 100 years of service

Thousands of displaced saved around the world

Susan Korah · October 22, 2026

A benefit gala in Ottawa on Nov. 6 will celebrate the Catholic Near East Welfare Association’s (CNEWA) 100 years of humanitarian service.