The Archdiocese of Edmonton joyfully celebrated a new generation of Catholic student leaders during the Archbishop Student Leadership Awards, recognizing young people who are witnessing to Christ through faith, service, compassion, and leadership in their schools, parishes, and communities. Rooted in the mission of Catholic education and inspired by the…
With gratitude for the Clergy Personnel Committee’s work, I am pleased to announce the following appointments in the Archdiocese of Edmonton, effective July 15, 2026 (unless otherwise noted). I express deep gratitude to the Clergy of the Archdiocese for their ministry, and I welcome those who will assume new responsibilities. May…
Neither rain, nor wind, nor unseasonable temperatures could stop participants in the 2026 March for Life from taking their message of hope to the stairs of the Alberta Legislature today, May 14. The day began with Mass at St. Joseph’s Basilica, celebrated by Archbishop Stephen Hero and his brother bishops…
Fire and blood. We wear red vestments today in honour of the apostle Matthias. Fire and blood. Those words may evoke violent images for us: fire can destroy, blood can be shed. But they are also the stuff of life. In the Scriptures blood is sacred and symbolizes life. Shedding…
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Today we joyfully celebrate the Ordination Anniversary of Rev. Abraham Kuyili Durai, SAC Born on May 5, 1981, in Ponpadi, Tamil Nadu, India, Fr. Abraham was ordained to the priesthood on May 10, 2011, as a member of the Society of the Catholic Apostolate (Pallottines) – Our Lady of Good…
Today we joyfully celebrate the ordination anniversary of Rev. Rajesh Jesuraj, SAC Born on April 15, 1988, in Bangalore, India, Fr. Rajesh was ordained to the priesthood on May 10, 2016, as a member of the Society of the Catholic Apostolate (Pallottines) – Our Lady of Good Health Province. Since…
Your Holiness, On the joyful occasion of the first anniversary of your pontificate, I extend to you, as President of the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops and on behalf of the Catholic faithful throughout Canada, our heartfelt congratulations and filial affection.
On Sunday May 3, 2026 St. Albert Parish celebrated their annual Blue Sunday Mass, honouring all active and retired First Responders. In conjunction with the Knights of Columbus, St. Albert Parish has been hosting the Blue Mass since 2006. The tradition of a ‘Blue Sunday’ Mass, which acknowledges the uniform…
“Blessed are you among women, and blessed is the fruit of your womb!” – St. Elizabeth’s words to our Blessed Mother Mary (Luke 1: 42) Within the Church, the month of May is dedicated to the Blessed Mother Mary. It is a time to remember how Mary is your spiritual…