Today we celebrate the 35th priestly ordination anniversary of Rev. Felix Kusamba, giving thanks to God for his faithful ministry and generous response to the Lord’s call. Born on March 3, 1963, in Yuki, Bandundu, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Fr. Felix was ordained to the priesthood on August 11,…
The faithful of two longstanding Catholic communities in the Vermilion area will gather on Sunday, Aug. 23, to celebrate two significant milestones in their shared history: the Golden Jubilee of the dedication of Holy Name Parish Church in Vermilion and the Centenary Jubilee of St. Columba Parish in Clandonald. The…
The Lac Ste. Anne Pilgrimage 2026 is a sacred journey of faith, healing, and hope that has brought pilgrims together for generations. This year’s July 18-23 pilgrimage is especially significant as it marks the first Lac Ste. Anne Pilgrimage of Archbishop Stephen Hero as the shepherd of the Archdiocese of…
Our Lady of Victory Camp is welcoming more campers this summer than it has in over a decade. This July and August, we will welcome nearly 500 young people across five weeks of programming, surpassing even pre-pandemic numbers by a significant margin. Our team of youth counsellors and senior volunteers…
On July 3rd, the Church celebrates the feast of St. Thomas the Apostle, also known as “Doubting Thomas.”[1] Everyone experiences doubt at times. Doubt includes questioning the truth or something unlikely, lacking confidence, experiencing fear, or uncertainty impacting decision-making.[2] People can have doubts about any aspect of their lives, including…
My family used to often go on vacation to Jasper when I was a young man. We would sometimes stay at Patricia Lake at the foot of Pyramid Mountain. My mother was always so excited to get out of the city and be in the mountains. She had a special…
I know that our two young men who are presenting themselves for ordination to the diaconate tonight are coming before the Lord with humble hearts. I was present at their entrance into formation at Saint Joseph Seminary some years ago and had the privilege of being a part of their…
Today we joyfully celebrate the 15th Ordination Anniversary of Rev. James Seung Jun Cho Ordained to the priesthood on July 21, 2011, at the Im-dong Cathedral of the Sacred Heart of Jesus in Gwangju, Republic of Korea, Father James has faithfully served God’s people with generosity and dedication. Since 2023,…
On July 17, Archbishop Stephen Hero had the joy of celebrating Holy Mass with the 13 Sisters of Holy Cross at their residence in Edmonton. The visit was a beautiful opportunity to thank the Sisters for their enduring witness of faith and their remarkable legacy of service in the Archdiocese…
As the chapel's lease expires on August 31, 2026, the Archdiocese of Edmonton has made the difficult decision not to renew it. In light of the receivership of City Centre Mall, uncertainty surrounding the property's future and changing conditions within the mall, this decision reflects responsible stewardship and thoughtful planning. The final Mass at St. Benedict Chapel is planned for Wednesday, August 12, 2026, at 12 noon. Archbishop Stephen Hero will preside.