As you know, I was ordained a bishop in Prince Albert Saskatchewan about 4 ½ years ago. At my farewell celebration there a few weeks ago, I received many thoughtful and beautiful gifts from people. I would like to show you one of these gifts. It was made by a…
Bells rang, drums sounded, and hearts swelled with joy as Archbishop Stephen Hero formally returned home to Edmonton — the Archdiocese where his priestly vocation began — to be installed as its eighth Archbishop. A son of the Archdiocese of Edmonton, Archbishop Hero was ordained a priest here and later…
At approximately 7:15 Jan. 23, 2026, Father Paul Kavanagh breathed a well-earned sigh of relief. His exhale marked a double milestone: the Catholic Archdiocese of Edmonton had officially welcomed a new Archbishop, and Father Paul had successfully concluded his tenure as Archdiocesan Administrator. The Call to Lead Father Paul’s journey…
St. Christopher Council #4788 of the Knights of Columbus has donated $200,000 to The Foundation of St. Joseph Seminary and Newman Theological College, establishing a permanent endowment fund to provide bursaries for seminarians studying for the priesthood in Edmonton. The donation was made possible through the sale of a hall…
We join the faithful in mourning the passing of Rev. Stanisław Błaszkowski, who died on January 25, 2026, in Krotoszyny, Poland, at the age of 92. Father Stan served God’s people with unwavering dedication for 66 years of priestly ministry. Born on August 12, 1934, in Nawra, Poland, to Teofil…
Bishop Emeritus Pau Terrio reflects on ministry, the priesthood and Catholic life as St. Joseph Seminary approaches its centennial in 2027. Bishop Terrio, ordained May 23, 1970 for the Archdiocese of Montréal, joined St. Joseph’s Seminary as a formator in 1994, was incardinated into the Archdiocese of Edmonton in 2001,…
You are warmly invited to attend the Solemn Vespers with Archbishop-designate Stephen Hero on Thursday, Jan. 22 at 5 p.m., Santa Maria Goretti parish, 9110 110 Ave. Edmonton. This time of evening prayer offers a meaningful opportunity for worship, reflection, and fellowship. Parking will be available across from the parish…
The Catholic Archdiocese of Edmonton will formally welcome Most Rev. Stephen Hero as its eighth archbishop during a Solemn Mass of Installation on Friday, Jan. 23, at 7 p.m. at St. Joseph’s Metropolitan Cathedral-Basilica. The celebration marks a new chapter for the local Church and the official beginning of Archbishop…
The Catholic Archdiocese of Edmonton mourns the passing of Rev. Len Cadieux, a faithful priest and dedicated military chaplain. Born in Edmonton on January 13, 1959, to Charles Cadieux and Denise Cadieux-Couturier, Fr. Len was formed at St. Joseph’s Seminary and ordained to the priesthood on May 29, 1989, at…
You are warmly invited to attend the Solemn Vespers with Archbishop-designate Stephen Hero. This time of evening prayer offers a meaningful opportunity for worship, reflection, and fellowship. Parking will be available across from the parish in the Commonwealth Stadium, any of the other available lots, street parking, or nearby LRT…