“Cheerfulness strengthens the heart and helps us to persevere.” ~ St. Philip Neri[1] This summer, as you soak up the warmer weather and plan your vacation time, take the opportunity to prioritize time for fun in your marriage. When the…
Thousands of Indigenous Canadians from across Canada made the pilgrimage to Lac St. Anne for healing, worship and fellowship. While the pilgrimage was abbreviated by two days due to heavy rainstorms, pilgrims say that the annual event touched them deeply…
Due to extreme weather July 24, and under advice from the RCMP, it is great sadness that we announce that the remainder of the 2023 Lac Ste Anne Pilgrimage is cancelled. Emergency protocols have been implemented. We are working with…
Pope Francis made a pastoral visit to Canada from July 24 to 29, 2022. The Pope’s visit provided a unique opportunity for him, once again, to listen and dialogue with Indigenous Peoples, to express his heartfelt closeness and to address…
For the past 10 years, Our Lady of Seven Sorrows Parish has been celebrating her life with Mass and a traditional lunch of soup and bannock. Known as the “Lily of the Mohawks,” Kateri Tekakwitha is the first North American…
Each July, thousands of pilgrims make their way to the shores of Lac Ste Anne. Many come in search of healing and spiritual renewal. Some simply come to reconnect with old acquaintances and forge new friendships. This pilgrimage, which began…
One hundred fifty alumni, families, supporters, and volunteers joined Archbishop Richard Smith for the relaunch of Our Lady of Victory Camp on July 8. The day began with a scavenger hunt and a chance to tour the property, where thousands…
James Eidem is one of three men to be ordained to the permanent diaconate July 8 at St. Joseph\’s Basilica. Currently there are 32 deacons in the Archdiocese. James will be assigned to his home parish, Sacred Heart in Red…
Arden Playford is one of three men to be ordained to the permanent diaconate July 8 at St. Joseph\’s Basilica. He will be assigned to his home parish, Corpus Christi. There are 32 permanent deacons in the Edmonton Archdiocese. In…
Rene Mella is one of three men to be ordained to the permanent diaconate in the Archdiocese of Edmonton on July 8 at St. Joseph\’s Basilica. There are 32 deacons in the Edmonton Archdiocese. In this interview, he shares his…