Homily [Exodus 34:4b-6, 8-9; Daniel 3; 2Corinthians 13:11-13; John 3:16-18] When I visit a parish, I am often met with some questioning looks. The question behind the facial expression is usually along the lines of: “What’s he doing here? There must be some reason. Is he here to bring bad…
Over 170 former Camp Encounter campers, staff, counsellors and board members along with their families and friends, gathered May 27 on the shores of Lac La Nonne at the “narrows” to say a final farewell to the Camp Encounter property. Many brought their children, the next generation of campers, to…
Deacon Jake Mullin is the newest transitional deacon in the Archdiocese of Edmonton. He was ordained on May 26 by Archbishop Richard Smith at the St. Joseph’s Basilica. Deacon Jake grew up in Spruce Grove and he entered St. Joseph Seminary in 2016. He will be ordained to the priesthood…
Most of us don’t floss as often as we should. When dentists ask the question “how often do you floss?” most of us answer “not nearly enough.” It doesn’t matter that they explain the importance of flossing: it cleans both between your teeth and that space between your gums and…
Homily [Acts 2:1-11; Psalm 104; 1Corinthians 12:3b-7, 12-13; John 20: 19-23] Tomorrow, the people of Alberta will cast their votes for our next provincial government. When we enter the polling station, officials will first verify our identity. We shall each be asked to present our ID card, the contents of which will be checked…
With gratitude for the work of the Clergy Personnel Committee, I am pleased to announce the following appointments in the Archdiocese of Edmonton, which take effect on July 12, 2023 (unless otherwise noted). To all the priests serving our Archdiocesan Church, may God bless you abundantly as you continue your…
Parenthood brings with it a lengthy to-do list. For the first while, we care for all our kids’ needs. As they grow, we help them learn to walk and talk, to swim and skate, and to eat a meal without leaving bits of food in a three-foot radius around their…
Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, In preparation for the upcoming provincial election, the Catholic Bishops of Alberta wish to encourage all members of the Church to engage in the electoral process. By means of this letter, we offer to our Catholic faithful a reminder of important principles and concerns,…
Closing Mass for Women’s Cursillo Homily [Acts 8:5-8, 14-17; Psalm 66; 1Peter 3:15-18; John 14:15-21] Over these last few weeks, our attention has been captured by the wildfires erupting in many parts of our province. It is particularly heartbreaking to hear of people evacuating their homes. Everyone understands this is…
Catholic Education Week: May 15-19, 2023 As for us, we will walk in the name of the Lord our God forever and ever. Micah 4:5 Dear Sisters and Brothers in Christ, In this month of May, we celebrate Catholic Education Week in the province of Alberta. This occasion affords…