Hello everyone! My name is Noah Kungel and I’m currently in my seventh year at St. Joseph Seminary for the Archdiocese of Edmonton. One of the great things that this means is that this past year I have been placed on an internship at St. Thomas More Parish. This has…
On October 7, 1999, Stephen Hero was ordained to the diaconate by Joseph Ratzinger—then a cardinal and the future Pope Benedict XVI—while a seminarian at the Pontifical North American College. He was one of 38 seminarians in the class receiving ordination that day. What made the moment especially memorable was…
It’s been two months since Archbishop Stephen Hero was installed as the eighth Archbishop of Edmonton, and many of us are still getting to know him! Returning to the place where his priestly journey began, His Grace brings fresh energy, dedication, and vision to guide our Archdiocese. In this special…
The Government of Alberta has introduced proposed legislation aimed at strengthening safeguards around Medical Assistance in Dying (MAID), prompting renewed reflection on how society cares for those who are suffering—especially the most vulnerable. A Summary of the Proposed Legislation According to provincial announcements, the bill would significantly limit eligibility for…
As Catholics prepare to celebrate the Feast of St. Joseph, a voice from Edmonton is inviting the faithful to rediscover a spiritual giant whose quiet life still speaks with urgency today. Ian Mahood—a lawyer and former seminarian—is the author of Prince, Patron, and Patriarch: The Litany of St. Joseph and…
Rev. Jim Stenberg, CSB, a member of the Congregation of St. Basil and chaplain at St. Joseph’s College at the University of Alberta, is celebrating the 25th anniversary of his ordination to the priesthood. Father Jim was ordained on March 16, 2001, at St. Anthony’s Church in Edmonton by Cardinal…
The Archdiocese of Edmonton played a significant role in the worldwide Synod on Synodality, hosting hundreds of listening sessions and gathering thousands of responses as part of the Catholic Church’s global reflection on its mission and communal life. Launched in 2021 by Pope Francis and continuing under Pope Leo XIV,…
With the amount of technology that exists, the use of it impacts couples and is an important topic to consider. In 2025, St. Carlo Acutis, who died at age 15 in 2006, was declared a saint.[1] St. Carlo is known as the “saint of the internet” and “used his technological…
For Fran Lucas, the Catholic Women’s League of Canada is more than a parish organization—it is a national voice for faith and social justice. After nearly four decades in the League, including serving as national president from 2021 to 2023, Lucas believes the organization’s future lies in continuing its advocacy…
Create Your Legacy! You’re invited to an Archdiocese informative session on Wills & Estates — because protecting your family and faith, what matters most, starts with a plan. Join us for an engaging and practical presentation with: • Lisa Robichaud, Stewardship and Fund Development lead • Financial expert John Kok…