Edmonton welcomes Franciscan Friar Father Csaba Böjte Nov. 19

Edmonton’s Hungarian Catholic community and the wider public are invited to welcome Franciscan friar Father Csaba Böjte on Thursday, November 19, 2026, for a special day of faith, fellowship and support for children in need in Transylvania.

Founder of residential homes for vulnerable children in Transylvania, Father Csaba has dedicated his life to providing care, education and hope for a brighter future.

The afternoon program will take place at St. Emeric Hungarian Catholic Church, 12960 112 Street NW, from 2 to 6 p.m., featuring a mission-focused sermon, confession, Holy Mass and dinner with Father Csaba and his companions.

An evening presentation will follow at Edmonton Hungarian House, 12847 68 Street NW, from 7:30 to 9 p.m., where guests can learn more about his work and the mission of the St. Francis Foundation of Déva.

Donations in support of the Foundation’s work with children will be welcomed in cash during the event. Cheques cannot be accepted. Online contributions can be made at www.magnificat.ro.

For more information: St. Emeric Hungarian Catholic Church, 780-452-1198 or StEmeric.Edm@caedm.ca.