The Archdiocese of Edmonton has become aware of graffiti vandalism at St. Joseph’s Basilica, including a swastika at the front entrance and another on a sign at the cathedral. The incident occurred around 10 p.m. on Jan. 26 and was…
Four heroes of the early Church in Canada continue to be honoured centuries after their deaths. Lineups formed throughout the day and late into the evening Jan. 23 as more than 3,000 people — young old, single individuals and families…
“Hope does not disappoint, because God’s love has been poured into our hearts through the Holy Spirit that has been given to us.” – Romans 5: 5 The beginning of a new year can be a time of increased hope.…
January 15, 2025 Dear Sisters and Brothers in Christ, The Catholic Archdiocese of Edmonton is pleased to collaborate with the Jesuits of Canada to host a national tour of the relics of St. Kateri Tekakwitha, the Catholic Church’s first canonized…
For the first time in history, the major relics of the Canadian Martyrs—including the skull of St. Jean de Brébeuf and bones of St. Charles Garnier and St. Gabriel Lalemant—are traveling across Canada. These relics, which have been housed at…
Solemnity of Mary, the Holy Mother of God Homily [Numbers 6:22-27; Psalm 67; Galatians 4:4-7; Luke 2:16-21] A few weeks ago, members of our Archdiocesan Catholic Women’s League introduced me to an initiative called IWIN, which is an outreach to…
Feast of the Holy Family Solemn Opening of the Jubilee Year 2025 in the Archdiocese of Edmonton Homily [1Samuel 1:20-22, 24-28; Psalm 84; 1John 3:1-2, 21-24; Luke 2:41-52] On Christmas Eve, the Holy Father Pope Francis solemnly inaugurated the Jubilee…
Simbang Gabi, a Filipino Christmas tradition, is one of the longest and most popular among the traditions in the Philippines. It is when Roman Catholic churches across the nation open their doors shortly before the break of dawn to welcome…
Fourth Sunday of Advent – Year C Homily [Micah 5:2-5a; Psalm 80; Hebrews 10:5-10; Luke 1:39-45] Recently, the city of Edmonton put in place a winter parking ban. The point is to remove vehicles from the side of the road…
Father Alfred Groleau, O.M.I. is a retired Oblate priest living in St. Albert. He currently residing at Foyer Lacombe in St. Albert and is the Oblate House director. Fr. Alfred has regularly scheduled pastoral and priestly assignments within Foyer Lacombe,…