Priests from across the Archdiocese are gathering in Kananaskis from September 7–11 for the annual Priests’ Spiritual Retreat, a time of prayer, reflection, fraternity, and spiritual renewal. This year’s retreat will be led by Most Rev. Erik Varden, Bishop of the Diocese of Trondheim, Norway, who will guide the priests…
The 100 years of faith we celebrate this year began long before the building of the first Catholic Church in Rocky Mountain House. Between 1841-1875 Oblates arrived at the Hudson Bay Trading post in Rocky Mountain House and the first Mass was celebrated there on October 5, 1845, by Fr.…
Behind the walls of the Edmonton Young Offenders Centre (EYOC) are young people—between 12 and 18 years of age—whose lives have often been marked by trauma, instability and profound challenges long before they entered the justice system. The EYOC houses approximately 20 to 35 youth awaiting trial, including repeat offenders—often…
If you live in St. Albert, chances are you know where the Star of the North is. You may even have been here for a retreat, a meeting, a reception or another event. But I wonder how many people really know what the Star is—and what happens here. That’s why…
The jubilee celebrations in Vermilion brought together parishioners, families, community leaders and friends in a joyful gathering marking 50 years since the dedication of Holy Name Parish Church and 100 years of St. Columba Parish in Clandonald. The Aug. 23 celebration was filled with warmth, faith and community spirit, beginning…
Today, September 1, we celebrate the 30th anniversary of the priestly ordination of Rev. Gordon Anthony Cook, OMI. Born in Winnipeg, Manitoba, on November 27, 1943, Fr. Gordon was ordained to the priesthood on September 1, 1996, at St. Mary Parish in Prince George, B.C., by Bishop Gerald Wiesner, OMI.…
The CFC Kids for Christ Choir of Good Shepherd Parish joyfully reached an important milestone as the young singers began their ministry of serving God through music. Established through the efforts of Couples for Christ members Sean and Ruby Williams, the choir provides young parishioners with an opportunity to share…
The Archdiocese of Edmonton is pleased to invite young adults ages 18-35 to journey towards World Youth Day 2027. We are excited to open registration to parish groups, solo travels and friends from other dioceses to travel together under the umbrella of the Archdiocese of Edmonton. Please prayerfully consider joining…
With a new academic year about to start, education is on people’s minds. Even if a return to school is not part of your fall, it can be a good time of year to reflect on the spiritual work of mercy of instructing the ignorant. “The spiritual works of mercy…
Edmonton Catholic Cemeteries is excited to share an important new development. In August 2026, ECC completed a significant expansion of Holy Cross Mausoleum, creating a beautiful new sacred space where Catholic families can honour, remember, and pray for their loved ones. The expansion includes 87 crypts, providing 123 entombment spaces,…