Just before the turn of the new millennium, then Vancouver Archbishop Adam Exner, like many others, was asking himself the question, “What will the future bring?”
Newman chaplain answers ‘call within a call’
By Anna FarrowIt is a long way from his native Igboland in Nigeria to the Newman Centre at McGill University, but Fr. Anthony Atansi finds himself as “at home” in one as the other.
Family, faith guide scholarship winner
By NICHOLAS ELBERS, Canadian Catholic NewsFor Lilian Pham, winning the prestigious Schulich Leadership Scholarship was only possible because of the love and support of her family.
Charities’ scholarships focus on special service
By Quinton Amundson, The Catholic RegisterCatholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Toronto is deepening its commitment to support postsecondary learners by awarding five new scholarships — valued at $5,000 apiece — starting in 2024.
Assumption dialogue tightens interfaith bond
By Quinton Amundson, The Catholic RegisterAssumption University is continuing its tradition under Dr. John Cappucci of fostering Christian-Jewish ecumenical bonds.
Actor-prof nurtures creative spirit
By Quinton Amundson, The Catholic RegisterThe sprawling line of cinephiles who attended the Anatomy of a Fall premiere screening at the Calgary International Film Festival (CIFF) on Sept. 22 overheard numerous people exiting the Eau Claire Cinemas raving over a feature they viewed.
Synod reveals how parish perpetual adoration chapels set hearts on fire
By Gina Christian, OSV NewsAs the Synod on Synodality continues, the global gathering is providing an opportunity for Catholic leaders to share ideas and initiatives -- some of which dovetail with the aims of the National Eucharistic Revival underway in the United States.
The Catholic Church and defending against terrorism
By Amanda Achtman, Catholic Register SpecialAfter the Oct. 7 attack on Israel by Hamas terrorist, Israel is now at war with Hamas and the security not only of Israel but of Jews worldwide is at stake. Many journalists, politicians and faith leaders have struggled with what to say either staying silent or releasing nebulous statements failing to assign moral responsibility. To navigate all of this we need firm moral principles, a sense of history and some clear-headed realism.
Synod elects members to oversee synthesis report
By Cindy Wooden, Catholic News ServiceWith 364 members and dozens of special guests having the right to speak at the assembly of the Synod of Bishops, accurately synthesizing the discussion will be a major undertaking.
Canada has strong presence at Synod
By Anna FarrowRelative to its population, Canada is punching above its weight at the Synod on Synodality, currently in its second week in Rome.
Pope Francis makes clear: ‘the Church is here for you’
By FR. DAMIEN MACPHERSON, SA, Catholic Registger SpecialWith the completion of the opening days of the Synod on Synodality having taken place in Rome, a few observations can be offered.