When the Christian community gathers to celebrate a Funeral Mass, it gathers as members of the Church on Earth to say farewell to a loved one and entrust their soul, through the mercy of God, to Heaven.
Power of attorney is for everyone
By Michael Swan, The Catholic RegisterGet a lawyer. Get a will. Get a power of attorney — in fact, get two. These aren’t tricky or exclusive legal arrangements for rich people. Ordinary, average Canadians need these documents.
The right words are critical in making a Will
By Jean Ko Din, The Catholic RegisterAs the saying goes, words can hurt. That is especially true in a Will, where even the most minor of language mistakes can have a dramatic impact on how assets are split.
Shepherds’ Trust ensures priests who cared for you will be cared for as well
By Quentin Schesnuik, Catholic Register SpecialBefore the death of Fr. Peter Rosettis in 2003, he drafted an estate plan to ensure three things happened after his funeral.
Bequests a good way to thank parish that shaped you
By Mickey Conlon, Catholic Register SpecialA Catholic parish is not unlike your household: there are bills to pay and only so many dollars available to keep operations running smoothly.
What the future holds for charitable giving
By Mickey Conlon, Catholic Register SpecialA sampling of philanthropists in Canada shows that people who are active in their religion are more generous. It’s unlikely most people would disagree with such a finding.
A gift in-kind is often better than cash, Toronto's St. Ambrose parish finds out
By Mickey Conlon, The Catholic RegisterTORONTO – Cash may be king, but to a parish in need, a donation in kind is just as majestic.
‘Great surprise’ funds much-needed renovations in convent chapel
By Mickey Conlon, The Catholic RegisterInside the sealed envelope, the instructions from the mystery donor were clear.
Revisiting the Reformation: bridging 500 years of division
By Michael Swan, The Catholic RegisterMartin Luther would be amazed. He would never have imagined the Pope of Rome could be a mere guest in any Christian church.
Gregorian Chant strikes the right note
By Jean Ko Din, The Catholic RegisterTORONTO – On a busy downtown street in Toronto, a lofting melody carries out from a Solemn High Mass at St. Patrick’s parish.
Landscapes offer a magical Mystical tour at AGO exhibit
By Michael Swan, The Catholic RegisterTORONTO – If you don’t usually go to an art gallery to pray, you might want to make an exception for the Mystical Landscapes show on at the Art Gallery of Ontario until Jan. 29.