Fr. Miroslav Kostarzewski celebrates 20 years of priesthood
Today we joyfully celebrate the 20th priestly ordination anniversary of Fr. Miroslav Kostarzewski, giving thanks to God for his faithful ministry and generous response to the Lord’s call.
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Deacon Stan Kroetsch’s strong “Yes” to our Lord turned the ordinary into extraordinary
Deacon Stan Kroetsch passed away on May 26, 2026, at the age of 80. Born on August 20, 1945, in Killam, Alberta, Stan married the love of his life, Darlean, on February 5, 1966. Stan Kroetsch was ordained to the Permanent Diaconate on July 4, 2008, by Archbishop Richard Smith.…
Fr. Martin Nguyen, O.P. celebrates five years of priesthood
Today we joyfully celebrate the priestly ordination anniversary of Fr. Martin Nguyen, O.P., giving thanks to God for his faithful ministry and generous response to the Lord’s call. Fr. Martin was born on August 19, 1974, in Saigon, Vietnam. Drawn to a life of service in the Church, he entered…
Fr. Jan Sobkowicz celebrates 25 years of priesthood
Today we joyfully celebrate the priestly ordination anniversary of Fr. Jan Sobkowicz, giving thanks to God for his faithful service to the Church and his many years of dedicated pastoral ministry. Fr. Jan was born on May 10, 1958, in Leżajsk, Rzeszów, Poland. Responding generously to God’s call, he pursued…
6th annual MCI Summit explores Artificial Intelligence through Catholic Social Teaching
The Catholic Archdiocese of Edmonton was honoured to host the 6th Annual Mission Collaboration Initiative (MCI) Summit on May 28–29, 2026, bringing together Catholic leaders from across Alberta to explore one of the most significant questions facing society today:How should the Church navigate Artificial Intelligence and the Digital Age through…
Sr. Mary Clare Stack: Witness to the beauty and vitality of a life in Christ
The witness of faithful disciples like Sister Mary Clare Stack reflects the Archdiocese Pastoral Priority of forming confident witnesses to the Gospel. Sister Mary Clare’s life of dedicated service demonstrates what it means to answer God’s call with courage, generosity, and hope. A member of the Ursulines of Jesus, Sister…
Corporal Works of Mercy as a Couple: Clothing the Naked
Clothing is something that is handled every day and that everyone requires. It takes on great cultural, spiritual, and personal significance as well. “Jesus says that every time we give food to the hungry and drink to the thirsty, cloth the naked and welcome the foreigner, visit the sick or…
Young leaders honoured with Archbishop Student Leadership Awards
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…
Clergy Transfers and Assignments for 2026
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…
2026 March for Life: ‘Do No Harm’
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…