You are called to help get your spouse to heaven
“You cannot be half a saint. You must be a whole saint or no saint at all.” ~ St. Thérèse of Lisieux On Nov. 1, the Church celebrates All Saints\’ Day, a day where we honour all the saints throughout…
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Holy Rosary Parish celebrates 110th anniversary of ministry to Polish community
Holy Rosary Parish in Edmonton marked a momentous occasion this past Thanksgiving long weekend as it celebrated the 110th anniversary of its founding. There was much to be thankful for. Parishioners, priests and Archbishop Richard Smith, the main celebrant, gathered…
Catholic Women’s League and St. Vincent de Paul Society want to Help Feed The North
The Alberta Mackenzie Provincial Council of the Catholic Women’s League and the Society of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul are very pleased to share with you information about a shared initiative underway to Help Feed The North. Due…
Archbishop’s Dinner 2023 – Speaking Notes of Archbishop Smith
Archbishop’s Dinner 2023 Speaking Notes of Archbishop Smith Introductory Remarks Thanks to Joan and Fr. Jim for their introduction. Just recently I learned a new way to introduce myself. A couple of weeks ago, I visited an elementary school, K-6.…
Finding the “kind and gentle Jesus:” A story of healing for Truth and Reconciliation
Frank and Florence Large are from Saddle Lake Cree Nation, about 200 kilometers northeast of Edmonton. They are both Catholics who returned to their faith later in life and they are passionate about healing the relationship between Indigenous communities and…
Local parishes plan to mark National Truth and Reconciliation Day
National Truth and Reconciliation Day on Sept. 30 provides each one of us an opportunity for prayerful reflection to learn, reflect and act in our ongoing journey of healing, reconciliation and hope. We are especially mindful of the role of…
Celebrating the Exaltation of the Cross as a Couple
“Therefore be imitators of God, as beloved children. And walk in love, as Christ loved us and gave himself up for us, a fragrant offering and sacrifice to God.” ~ Ephesians 5: 1-2 On September 14th, we will celebrate the…
Beading workshop provides healing and friendship for evacuees
As wildfires have been burning across Canada, many evacuees have come to Edmonton. Earlier this week, thirteen evacuated women from Hay River, Yellowknife and Fort Smith gathered at Sacred Heart Church to create reindeer hair tuft earrings, with the guidance…
New school year lessons from St. Teresa Benedicta of the Cross
“O my God, fill my soul with holy joy, courage, and strength to serve you. Enkindle your love in me, and then walk with me along the next stretch of road before me. I do not see very far ahead,…
Infusing Fun into Your Marriage this Summer
“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…