Melissa Guzik: Pope Francis’ death and reflections on grief and loss in marriage
As you and your spouse experience loss and grief within your marriage, how can you support and cherish each other through these challenging times?
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Renowned St. Michael’s Choir School to sing at St. Joseph’s Basilica
St. Michael’s Choir School (SMCS), one of Canada’s most distinguished choral institutions, will join the parish community of St. Joseph’s Basilica in Edmonton for the celebration of the 5 p.m. Mass on Saturday, May 3, 2025. The boys of SMCS will lend their voices to the liturgy, offering a rich…
A message to the faithful on the passing of Pope Francis
Archbishop Richard Smith reflects on the life and legacy of Pope Francis today, Easter Monday. He asks us to pray for the repose of the soul of the Holy Father who died April 21, 2025.
Pope Francis led with openness and sensitivity
His Holiness, Pope Francis, a man who gave his life to God and led the Catholic Church died on Easter Monday April 21. He was 88. The Pope was admitted to hospital on February 14, 2025, after suffering from a bout of bronchitis for several days. Pope Francis’ clinical situation…
Happy Easter from Archbishop Richard Smith
In the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, a brilliant light has exploded into the world – God’s light, the light of His love. This light exposes to our sight the destiny of eternal life now open before human history because Jesus has conquered the power of death. This…
Father Les Drewicki had the \’heart of a true shepherd\’
Memories and reflections continue to pour forth as friends, family and parishioners remember the life and legacy of Rev. Les Drewicki, beloved pastor for more than 45 years in the Archdiocese. “More than anything, he loved us all — the people of this parish — with the heart of a…
Father Les Drewicki was beloved pastor for more than 45 years
Please pray for the repose of the soul of Father Les Drewicki, beloved pastor for more than 45 years in the Archdiocese of Edmonton. He was 71. Father Les was most recently the pastor of St. Vital parish in Beaumont. He served St. Joseph\’s Basilica, St. Theresa\’s parish in Mill…
2025 Solidarity Sunday: Turn Debt into Hope
The National Collection for Development and Peace will take place during Masses on April 6, Solidarity Sunday. Join people around the world as they Turn Debt into Hope by focusing on the devastating effects of this cycle of debt on our sisters and brothers in the Global South. The campaign also highlights…
Nicene Creed series: Worshipping God with your mind and heart
As Catholics, we learn the Nicene Creed as a child and, in some cases, as an adult. But how many of us know exactly, and correctly, what’s meant by “I Believe in One Lord Jesus Christ”? The third session of “I Believe” catechesis series, on April 24 7 p.m. at…
UPDATED: Development and Peace brings message of social justice
UPDATE: Due to difficulties obtaining a travel visa, Bishop Izaguirre will not be able to join us in Canada for this event. In his place, Development and Peace\’s Acting Director will join us for the Jubilee 2025 \’Turn Debt into Hope\’ visit. 5:30 PM Mass at St. Joseph’s Basilica 10044-113…