What 11 saints who overcame persecution or betrayal by their religious superiors or fellow clergy withstood is not unfamiliar in today’s Church, argue Joshua Charles and Alec Torres in their new book.
Gospel’s light should shine on Advent
By Quinton Amundson, The Catholic RegisterTake a moment to meditate on the alluring emotional power of New Year’s Day.
Jan. 1 presents a natural opportunity for many to turn the page on a bad year and begin afresh. It may provide hope that extraordinary possibilities are on the horizon.
Climate change no influence on fertility: study
By Sheila Nonato, Catholic Register SpecialClimate change worry is not a major factor in Canadian women’s decision about the size of their families, according to a new report released by Cardus, a Canadian non-partisan think-tank based in Hamilton, Ont.
Forum to probe Irish experience in colonial past
By Joshua Ben Joseph, Catholic Register SpecialThe University of St. Michael’s College, in conjunction with the Irish embassy, is seeking scholarly papers for a proposed conference tentatively called “Canada, Ireland, and Transatlantic Colonialism: Historical Perspectives” which it hopes to run in May.
Changing journey along synodal path
By Anna FarrowFr. Thomas Rosica wasn’t in Rome last month for the first session of the XVI Synod of Bishops, but to hear him tell it, it was almost as if he was there.
Lawyer to challenge MAiD for mentally ill
By Anna FarrowIn a surprise announcement, prominent Canadian human rights lawyer Julius Grey told a group of anti-euthanasia protesters he is prepared to launch a legal action against the law that allows Medical Assistance in Dying (MAiD) for those with mental health problems.
Asia Bibi exemplifies ‘continuous martyrdom,’ Pope Francis says
By Canadian Catholic NewsAsia Bibi, the Pakistani Catholic who moved to Canada after several years of imprisonment and a death sentence for blasphemy in her homeland, was cited by Pope Francis as an example of “continuous martyrdom.”
Torched church’s parishioners look forward
By Quinton Amundson, The Catholic RegisterMore than two years since a suspicious fire destroyed St. Jean Baptiste Parish in Morinville, Alta., the criminal investigation has borne no suspects or arrests.
Missing person – Sr. Maria Florence Mwanyimi
By Catholic Register StaffToronto Police Service has been in touch with our office to make us aware of a missing person.
Priests given tools to aid in end-of-life care
By Quinton Amundson, The Catholic RegisterArchbishop Francis Leo and over 300 pastors of the Toronto archdiocese have taken another step in learning about compassionate palliative and end-of-life care.
Address of Archbishop Leo at the 44th annual Cardinal's Dinner
By Catholic Register StaffThe full text of the address by His Grace Most Rev. Francis Leo, Metropolitan Archbishop of Toronto at the 44th annual Cardinal's Dinner, 14 November, 2023.