We sat down with Fr. Cristino Bouvette of the Catholic Diocese of Calgary a couple months ago to talk about how we define reconciliation, and to learn from his unique perspective as a indigenous Catholic priest.
Join us in prayer for the innocent victims of war in Ukraine through the offering of a Panachyda (Ukrainian sung memorial prayer) on Saturday, March 26, at 5 pm at Saint Basil Parish, 7007 - 109 Street, Edmonton.
I look forward to celebrating the pilgrimage with you in person this year.
“We were taught the Church was universal. My parents taught us to love, to be united as a family, that the family that prays together stays together,” Angie recalled. “And the people who taught that same religion also changed my life forever – so it’s hard for me. But what’s most important is not what happened back then, it’s where we are today. To learn to forgive, it’s been a real challenge. But the love of my children, my husband and my friends is what has guided me… I know now it’s time for me to heal. I have to cross that line.”
Alberta unites in a Day of Prayer for Ukraine A Day of Prayer for Peace in Ukraine will be observed on Friday, March 18, 2022 in all parishes in the Archdiocese of Edmonton. This is in coordination with all the…
In a few short weeks, Indigenous delegates from across Canada are scheduled to meet with Pope Francis in Rome as part of the ongoing journey toward healing and reconciliation. The meetings, beginning March 28, are an opportunity for Indigenous Elders,…
Father Carlos Nunez, pastor of Our Lady of the Angels parish in Fort Saskatchewan, reflects on the Scripture readings for Sunday, March 13, the Second Sunday of Lent.
With the review now complete, and the implementation of changes arising from it, I have no hesitation in endorsing Development & Peace, its Share Lent campaign, and its active presence in the Archdiocese of Edmonton.
Father Dean Dowle, pastor of St. John the Evangelist parish, celebrated Ash Wednesday Mass with local students from St. Paul Elementary School in Edmonton. In this video, the students share what Ash Wednesday means to them and what they are…
Pope Francis announced that Ash Wednesday (March 2) will be a Day of Prayer and Fasting for Ukraine. \”I encourage believers in a special way to dedicate themselves intensely to prayer and fasting on that day. May the Queen of Peace…