Formation program builds pandemic bonds
Jim Anderson faced two options when COVID-19 first hit back in March 2020. The director of formation and acting registrar of the St. Therese Institute in Bruno, Sask., could have closed the doors for the duration of the pandemic — or he could devise a way to forge forward. He chose the latter.
Faith Connections offers ministry with virtual twist
In a world free from a pandemic’s grasp, the young adult ministry Faith Connections would have a vibrant suite of in-person fellowship and faith formation events slated for the next three to six months.
Steubenville planning to go virtual
Canadian Catholic youth and young adults saddened by Steubenville Toronto and Steubenville Atlantic being cancelled due to COVID-19 will have a faith conference to be excited about this month after all, should everything go according to plan.
ShareMusic event celebrates ShareLife agencies
The talents of Toronto-area Catholic musicians are being harnessed to celebrate the works of ShareLife agencies and their efforts to support those in need.
Good news still flows with group’s live-stream
In the early 1980s, Canadian music icon Anne Murray released her classic country song, “A Little Good News,” in response to suffering she witnessed in society.
Campus pro-life group launches webinar series
The quarantine measures to slow the spread of COVID-19 have ground the National Campus Life Network’s (NCLN) face-to-face activism to a halt, but not its voice.
Speaking Out: Making the time for youth ministry
A year ago, I decided to take on a position at St. Michael’s Cathedral Basilica in Toronto as a part-time sacristan. I knew this role would present new priorities, but while on the job I aimed to maintain my involvement in youth ministry at my home parish, Vietnamese Martyrs, to the best of my abilities. At that time, I was a Grade 12 student, completing high school.
Street Gospel videos engage wide audience
Reflecting on each week’s Gospel is more than a private experience for Catholic youth in Northern Ontario. It is a public witness.
Youth day celebrates life and ministry of beloved priest
EDMONTON -- The life and legacy of Fr. Michael “Catfish” Mireau, who used pop culture references and Star Wars lightsabers to teach the faith, continue to stir hearts of young and old.
Youth can connect through their faith
EDMONTON -- It can be a difficult world for young people, where anxiety, apathy and social isolation abound.
Rise Up hits new heights in reaching out to youth
Fr. Favin ministered to the best of both worlds
Fresh from his ordination into the priesthood in 2017, Fr. Favin Alemão found himself at the centre of what seemed to be two different worlds: as associate pastor at Toronto’s St. Michael’s Cathedral Basilica and minister to the Ryerson University Catholic Students Association.
U.S. pilgrim questions Pope on abuse crisis during lunch in Panama
Pilgrim’s diary: We’re here, and we’re ready
PANAMA CITY — I stood on a stage, looking out over a sea of young pilgrims. I had seen such crowds before, but never with such profound diversity. Flags representing countries from all over the world waved under the hot Panama sun. Despite the heat, there was a great sense of excitement and great expectation.