NEWS
Public Masses can begin June 12, but many Ontario dioceses take more cautious route
By Catholic Register StaffDespite the go-ahead to begin celebrating Mass on June 12, Ontario dioceses continue to take a cautious approach to re-opening churches.
After ‘taking a knee,’ bishop gets a call from Pope
By Catholic News ServiceWASHINGTON -- It’s called “taking a knee,” and many professional athletes around the country have made the gesture publicly to protest police brutality in the wake of the May 25 killing of George Floyd.
Racists interrupt Inter-faith online meeting in Ottawa
ByOTTAWA -- An effort in the nation’s capital to rally faith and community leaders in solidarity against anti-Black racism also served as a lesson about racist views held by some in society for a brief yet disturbing moment on June 9.
Quebec vows to help religious communities
By Francois Gloutnay, Catholic News ServiceMONTREAL -- The government of Quebec announced it will pay close to $5.2 million to religious communities in the province so that they can offer bonuses to members of their staff who work in their infirmaries.
Americans urged to heal race wounds
By Catholic News ServiceWASHINGTON -- As protests continued around the world at the killing by police of George Floyd, United States bishops called for Americans to celebrate the country’s diversity and pray for the end of the deep sin of racism.
Ontario churches given green light
By Mickey Conlon, The Catholic RegisterOntario churches can resume celebrating public Masses after the provincial government lifted the blanket ban on services.
Canadian bishops condemn racism, call for healing
By Michael Swan, The Catholic RegisterBishops across Canada have condemned racism and encouraged peaceful protest amid the global wave of outrage at the killing of George Floyd while in police custody.
CWL takes centennial celebrations online
By Mickey Conlon, The Catholic RegisterLike much of the nation, the best-laid plans of the Catholic Women’s League have been set aside by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Margaret Healy was a ‘force of nature’
By Catholic Register SpecialMONTREAL -- When Margaret Healy came calling, it was hard to say no.
Carving out new land of dreams
By Quinton Amundson, Catholic Register SpecialCALGARY -- Growing fruit and vegetables at a 30-acre urban farm has provided Kamo Zandinen sustenance for her family and a window into her past.
Joe Gideon: A giant in Catholic travel industry
By Mickey Conlon, The Catholic RegisterThere were few like Joseph Gideon in the world of Catholic travel where for six decades he made dreams come true for those seeking a pilgrimage experience.