Reports of dwindling religious practice among Catholics in Canada may be more prevalent each year, but a different trend showing increased interest from young adults is giving hope for a possible resurgence of the Church in the near future.
Archbishop Smith prays for wildfire-devastated Jasper
By Quinton Amundson, The Catholic RegisterEdmonton Archbishop Richard Smith’s heart is with the people of Jasper, Alta., and tourists forced to evacuate from the wildfire wreaking desolation on the small alpine town and the neighbouring famous Jasper National Park since last night.
St. John the Baptist Burlington's beacon for 175 years
By Sheila Nonato, Catholic Register SpecialSt. John the Baptist Parish in Burlington, Ont., has been feeding souls for the past 175 years.
Divine Retreat Centre's Bible Convention marks 10 years
By Luke Mandato, The Catholic RegisterIn collaboration with the Archdiocese of Toronto, the Divine Retreat Centre of Toronto will host its annual Bible Convention event in August with this year marking a decade of celebration among the local Vincentian community.
Canada's bishops recommit to reconciliation
By Quinton Amundson, The Catholic RegisterCanadian Conference of Catholic Bishops (CCCB) President Bishop William McGrattan today reaffirmed the Catholic Church’s commitment to reconciliation with Canada’s Indigenous peoples to mark the second anniversary of Pope Francis embarking upon his penitential pilgrimage to Canada.
Quebec Cardinal resumes duties after abuse investigation
By Catholic Register StaffCardinal Gérald Lacroix is resuming his duties as Quebec’s archbishop, six months after stepping aside when he was accused of sexual misconduct for which a Vatican-mandated investigation found no evidence to support.
Institute expands on 'Catholic imagination'
By Anna FarrowTeachers, writers and creatives will gather at Our Lady Seat of Wisdom College (SWC) in August for a four-day exploration of “Literature and the Catholic imagination.”
Charlottetown whipping 200 years of history into shape
By Luke Mandato, The Catholic RegisterThe Diocese of Charlottetown has been cleaning out its closet in an effort to sort through some 200 years of history as part of an ongoing archive restoration project.
Mass for departed a sign of Christ's victory over death
By Luke Mandato, The Catholic RegisterCatholic Cemeteries’ of the Archdiocese of Toronto is inviting families to participate in this year’s 37th Annual Mass for the Faithful Departed.
A bishop and four Popes
By Cathy MajtenyiWhen Bishop Fred Colli reflects on his half-century of service, a kaleidoscope of images comes to his mind.
Pro-life award honours Vancouver’s Dr. Will Johnston
By Canadian Catholic NewsVancouver family physician Dr. Will Johnston is being honoured for his pro-life work by Canadian Physicians for Life.