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Most Rev. Stephen Andrew Hero
8th Metropolitan Archbishop of Edmonton
The Most Reverend Stephen A. Hero was appointed as our Archbishop by Pope Leo XIV on November 21, 2025, and was installed on January 23, 2026 at St. Joseph’s Basilica, the seat of this Archdiocese.
Formerly the Bishop of Prince Albert (2021–2025), he is a former rector of St. Joseph Seminary, known for his dedication to pastoral care, liturgical theology, and priestly formation.
His episcopal motto is Deus Solus (God Alone), drawn from Psalms 86:10: “For you are great and do wondrous things; you are God alone.” It expresses the conviction that God must be at the center of every Christian life.
The Latest
Stories of Faith, Service, and community from parishes across the Archdiocese.
Oblate leader says truth, humility and relationship are at the heart of reconciliation
This speech was delivered on the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation at Sacred Heart Church of the First...
Relic of St. John Paul II brought to Archdiocese of Edmonton
The Archdiocese of Edmonton will welcome a first-class relic of Pope St. John Paul II this October, offering the...
Sacred Heart Church of the First Peoples looks to future rooted in reconciliation, culture and community
This speech was delivered on the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and is published with the permission of...
Archbishop’s Dinner 2026 – Christ in You the Hope of Glory
Good evening, everyone. Thank you, Fr Paul and Cindy, for your introduction. I’m humbled by your kind words. I’m...
Homily for National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, at Sacred Heart 2026 – Most Rev. Stephen A. Hero
This past spring here in Edmonton the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops organized a knowledge-sharing symposium with experts in...
Catholic Bishops of Alberta Pastoral Letter on the Alberta Referendum
October 1, 2026 Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, As Albertans prepare to participate in the referendum on...
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