Quinton Amundson, The Catholic Register
Outdoor Mass circumvents Quebec church restrictions
In the weeks since Quebec’s indoor Mass ban took effect, some Catholics are making do by embracing the outdoor religious celebrations available to them.
‘Bubble-zone’ law comes into effect
Pro-lifers are sounding the alarm about the new “bubble-zone” laws that become active Jan. 16, 30 days since Bill C-3 attained royal assent.
Grant will help prepare new pastoral leaders
Edmonton’s Newman Theological College (NTC) heads into the new year armed with a nearly $1 million grant it hopes to use to reverse the decline in young people seeking pastoral leadership positions.
Homewood retreat resilient in COVID era
Bonni Roset has perennially witnessed powerful expressions of faith and fellowship at the Diocese of Victoria’s annual youth retreat over the past two decades.
Study proves value of religious schools
A new study suggests that American students attending an independent school aligning with their religious identity achieved higher scores on standardized math and reading tests compared to non-religious peers.
Indoor Masses on hold indefinitely in Quebec
Except for funeral ceremonies with up to 25 attendees, Quebec’s churches will remain empty for the foreseeable future.
Montreal Catholics mobilize prayer vigil for religious freedom in wake of COVID restrictions
Evelyn Campbell was shocked when the Quebec government suddenly mandated that all places of worship impose a vaccine passport system as of Dec. 20.
Rise Up conference a pandemic casualty
Catholic Christian Outreach (CCO) had designs to begin 2022 with a bang with its ambitious national conference Rise Up: UNLEASHED on Jan. 6-8.
New health measures for Mass vary across Canada
As of Dec. 20, anyone entering a place of worship in Quebec will be required to show their vaccination status.
Special needs students shine with clothing drive
A Christmas tree adorned with scarves, gloves, toques and jackets instead of the classic bells, ornaments and ribbons is captivating plenty of eyes at the entrance of Toronto’s Loretto College School.