(Previously published in “NEXUS” – the newsletter of the registered Canadian charity, Rainbow of Hope for Children; used with permission. NEXUS notes: Norm Duerr’s connections in the tiny village of Ussongo, Tanzania in an out-of-the-way…
In a five-part weekly video series presented by the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops (CCCB), Archbishop Donald Bolen of Regina reflects on the Sunday readings from the Solemnity of Christ the King to the end…
By Kiply Lukan Yaworski, Catholic Saskatoon News The local process for the Synod for a Synodal Church launched by Pope Francis for 2021-2023 is moving forward, with a call going out to parishes in the…
By Kiply Lukan Yaworski, Catholic Saskatoon News Consulting and working with helping agencies and local organizations, the Roman Catholic Diocese of Saskatoon is encouraging parishes to be active an innovative in answering the “cry of…
By Michael Swan, The Catholic Register [Toronto – Canadian Catholic News] – Canada’s ban on travel from southern Africa and the failure of rich countries to effectively share COVID-19 vaccines with the rest of the…
In a five-part weekly video series presented by the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops (CCCB), Archbishop Donald Bolen of Regina reflects on the Sunday readings from the Solemnity of Christ the King to the end…
By Sister Maggie Beaudette, CSJ, Sisters of St. Joseph in Canada The third Sunday of Advent is often referred to as “pink candle” Sunday, and in Latin, Gaudete Sunday indicating rejoicing and joy. The reading from…
By Michael Swan, The Catholic Register Postponed, not cancelled, but still heartbreaking. The long-planned encounter between Indigenous Canadians and Pope Francis in Rome is being put off while everybody learns more about the omicron variant…
By Knights of Columbus communication staff Documentary on St. Joseph available starting December 8 After a six-week run on ABC affiliates, St. Joseph: Our Spiritual Father will be available to stream for free online, to inspire…
By Kiply Lukan Yaworski, Catholic Saskatoon News A new four-session program offering encounter, conversation and learning about Indigenous-Church reconciliation, relationships and healing has concluded its first round of courses. The Indigenous Pastoral and Lay Leader…