Over the weekend of November 26, Archbishop Richard Smith made a pastoral visit to the community of Our Lady of Peace in Innisfail This was an especially significant visit, as this was the first time that the community has been able to celebrate in person with Archbishop Smith, after the…
Homily [Ezekiel 34:11-12, 15-17; Psalm 23; 1Corinthians 15:20-26, 28; Matthew 25:31-46] As I drive from my place of residence in Edmonton to our diocesan offices, there is a traffic circle I have to navigate. Sometimes these are called roundabouts. Not for the faint of heart. Traffic enters the circle in…
ACSTA Annual General Meeting Closing Mass Homily [Proverbs 31: 10-13, 16-18, 20, 26, 28-31; Psalm 128; 1Thessalonians 5:1-6; Matthew 25:14-30] The theme we have explored throughout our annual general meeting has been “Courage to Lead”. This has woven its way through our presentations, table discussions, environmental scans, and business…
The Archdiocese of Edmonton invites you to participate in a survey on Medical Assistance in Dying. We are hoping to understand the general sentiments of Catholics on this very important topic. Your responses will assist us in understanding the lived experience, determining future course of action, and addressing concerns. MAiD…
“The season of Advent, restores this horizon of hope, a hope which does not disappoint for it is founded on God’s Word. A hope which does not disappoint, simply because the Lord never disappoints! He is faithful! He does not disappoint! Let us think about and feel this beauty.” –Pope…
With great sadness, the Archdiocese of Edmonton accepts the decision of the St. Gregory the Great community to close the Catholic parish in the village of Holden. The parish community is very fraternal and faith-filled. However, in the last few years, the population of Holden and surrounding area has dwindled…
To be read at all Masses on Sunday, October 29th, 2023 Dear Sisters and Brothers in Christ, In today’s gospel, we hear Jesus speak of the greatest commandment. He tells us that we are to love the Lord our God with all of our heart, soul and mind; and we…
Pastoral Visit to St. Anthony Parish, Lloydminster Homily [Isaiah 45:1, 4-6; Psalm 96; 1Thessalonians 1:1-5ab; Matthew 22:15-21] Yesterday morning I was with members of the Saskatchewan Catholic School Board Association for their AGM. At break time, they served us donuts produced and sold as a fund-raiser involving students from grades…
“You cannot be half a saint. You must be a whole saint or no saint at all.” ~ St. Thérèse of Lisieux On Nov. 1, the Church celebrates All Saints\’ Day, a day where we honour all the saints throughout history who have gone before us to heaven. The origin…
Holy Rosary Parish in Edmonton marked a momentous occasion this past Thanksgiving long weekend as it celebrated the 110th anniversary of its founding. There was much to be thankful for. Parishioners, priests and Archbishop Richard Smith, the main celebrant, gathered around the altar in a Mass of Thanksgiving on Sunday,…