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369 abuse claims filed against St. John’s Archdiocese

December 13, 2023

More than 350 people have stepped forward with a claim of being sexually abused by the Christian Brothers of Ireland at the Mount Cashel Orphanage in the 1940s through ’60s or by Archdiocese of St. John’s clergy over time.

Storm-ravaged steeple back above St. Martin of Tours, PEI

December 10, 2023

An early Christmas gift arrived Nov. 30 for the people of Cumberland, P.E.I, a county municipality devastated by post-tropical storm Fiona in September 2022.

Indigenous inspiration drawn from Our Lady

December 9, 2023

Graydon Nicholas, the Wolastoqey Indigenous elder, chancellor of St. Thomas University and member of the Our Lady of Guadalupe Circle, will deliver a presentation about the patroness of Indigenous peoples in North and South America on Dec. 12 at Saint Mary’s Cathedral in Halifax.

A side of health care on St. Francis Table menu

December 8, 2023

After having for years helped to deliver daily nourishment to those in need, St. Francis Table is now offering free health services to that same clientele.

Bishops’ video series puts the spotlight on Advent

December 7, 2023

For the fourth year running, the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops (CCCB) is spiritually accompanying Catholics during Advent with short video reflections, inspired by the Gospel readings, published to its YouTube channel and website.

Persistence grants pipe organ a new life

December 6, 2023

A pipe organ made by lauded Quebec organ builder Karl Wilhelm has found a new home in Sainte-Catherine-de-Sienne, a small, neighbourhood parish church in Montreal.

MAiD clinic to open beside Catholic hospital

December 6, 2023

The B.C. government rolled out a plan Nov. 29 to provide euthanasia and assisted suicide at St. Paul’s Hospital — by making it available next door.

Miller blasted for seeking dissident’s release

December 2, 2023

A legislative council member from the pro-Beijing New People’s Party has criticized a joint petition signed by 10 Catholic bishops, including Vancouver Archbishop J. Michael Miller, that called for the immediate release of pro-democracy media mogul Jimmy Lai.

CSS’ inspiration drawn from Jesus the servant

December 2, 2023

A humble Christ, washing the feet of His disciples, is the inspiration that drives Edmonton’s Catholic Social Services to do what it does, says Dr. Troy Davies.

Archbishop Leo bestows Papal Honours on six

December 1, 2023

Archbishop Francis Leo presented Papal Honours to six Catholics in the Toronto archdiocese for their faithful service to the Church.