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Leon Blais takes a selfie with a group of students on retreat, where he shared his personal conversion story.

‘God is on this block’

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Leon Blais’ life of crime and addiction has become a message of hope.

Djené Gorin, president of the Newman Centre Students’ Club at the University of Toronto, assembles the Advent Calendar Challenge.

Small kindnesses the rage in Newman challenge

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The Newman Catholic Students’ Club hopes to illuminate the University of Toronto with pay-it-forward Christmas cheer before the holiday break.

Biagio Vinci, right, with one of his regular clients and his Order of Ontario at his downtown Toronto restaurant.

Serving up a slice of humility, respect

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Nestled in the heart of downtown Toronto sits Biagio Ristorante, a quaint old-world style eatery that’s been serving classic Italian dishes with charm and class since 1989.

Kathryn Oswin-Groh (left in Santa hat) and Michelle Perkins-Ball (far right) lead the St. Oscar Romero Secondary School Share Christmas campaign. The annual campaign brings the spirit of Christmas into the community.

Tears fall as graces flow from students

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Emotion filled the eyes of Kathryn Oswin-Groh and Michelle Perkins-Ball throughout their joint interview with The Catholic Register as the educators at Toronto’s St. Oscar Romero Catholic Secondary School shared how they have become better people because of the school’s annual Share Christmas community outreach campaign, a tradition.  

Quarterback Cody Fajardo, above hoisting the Grey Cup at the Montreal Alouettes’ victory parade in downtown Montreal.

Cody Fajardo’s winning formula

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Underdog, Catholic, champion… with a ‘sprinkle of Jesus’

The Knights of Columbus B.C. and Yukon Council delivered 1,000 coats to Holy Eucharist Cathedral in New Westminster. B.C., just a few of the 1,000,000 coats donated by the Knights across North America since 2009. B.C. and Yukon Council State Deputy Herb Yang said the program keeps growing from year to year.

1,000,000 coats and counting

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Knights of Columbus hit milestone in keeping kids warm

A woman walks past a homeless man sleeping on a sidewalk. We are called to not turn our faces from the poor.

In the face of the poor, we find the Lord Jesus

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A condensed version of Pope Francis’ message for the World Day of the Poor

Over 550,000 meals were served at the five Mustard Seed locations across Alberta and British Columbia in 2022, including this shelter in downtown Calgary. That is expected to grow exponentially this year.

Solutions sought for soaring meal needs

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“Give hope today. Every $5.38 you donate provides a meal and other resources for someone in need.”

Jordan and Tammy Peterson

Wrestling with their faith

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Jordan and Tammy Peterson carve out their own path on journey to truth

An urn containing cremated remains. Cremation is but one form of burial approved of by the Catholic Church.

Understanding your options for final resting

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Planning your final arrangements can be a time to reflect on a well-lived life and decide how your faith will define your everlasting resting spot.

Msgr. James Hannah, with a member of the police honour guard, at his farewell Mass at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Parish.

Shepherd’s Trust helps those who were always there for others

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Msgr. James Hannah knows the most important part of ministry: listening to people’s experiences. 

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