Pope Francis has appointed Archbishop Smith as the Archbishop-designate of Vancouver. Several farewell events are planned in the Archdiocese of Edmonton. On May 1 from 3-5 p.m., a come-and-go open house will be held at Newman Theological College. All are welcome. At…
Homily [Acts 4:1-2; Psalm 118; 1Peter 1:3-9; John 21:1-14] Since the announcement of his death, countless reminiscences of Pope Francis have been shared around the globe. In this homily, I offer three of my own, together with the prayer that…
Sacred Heart Church of the First Peoples held a special dedication ceremony to unveil and bless its new stained-glass window—an artistic representation of resilience, reconciliation, and unity through Indigenous and Catholic symbolism. The window’s central image, a vibrant tree representing…
A memorial Mass for the repose of the soul of the Holy Father, Pope Francis, will be held on Friday, April 25 at 12 p.m. at St. Joseph\’s Basilica. Archbishop Richard Smith will be the celebrant. Mass will be livestreamed…
St. Michael’s Choir School (SMCS), one of Canada’s most distinguished choral institutions, will join the parish community of St. Joseph’s Basilica in Edmonton for the celebration of the 5 p.m. Mass on Saturday, May 3, 2025. The boys of SMCS…
His Holiness, Pope Francis, a man who gave his life to God and led the Catholic Church died on Easter Monday April 21. He was 88. The Pope was admitted to hospital on February 14, 2025, after suffering from a…
In the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, a brilliant light has exploded into the world – God’s light, the light of His love. This light exposes to our sight the destiny of eternal life now open before human…
Memories and reflections continue to pour forth as friends, family and parishioners remember the life and legacy of Rev. Les Drewicki, beloved pastor for more than 45 years in the Archdiocese. “More than anything, he loved us all — the…
Please pray for the repose of the soul of Father Les Drewicki, beloved pastor for more than 45 years in the Archdiocese of Edmonton. He was 71. Father Les was most recently the pastor of St. Vital parish in Beaumont.…
The National Collection for Development and Peace will take place during Masses on April 6, Solidarity Sunday. Join people around the world as they Turn Debt into Hope by focusing on the devastating effects of this cycle of debt on our…