Catholic Social Services (CSS) recently hosted its sixth annual demonstration Pow-wow on June 12— an event that celebrates Indigenous culture, tradition, and fosters community connections. The event, held at Grovenor School, reflects the agency’s ongoing commitment to meaningful reconciliation through education, celebration, and relationship-building. The pow wow received funding from…
In his address to the Centesimus Annus Foundation, Pope Leo XIV argued that the poor are a treasure to both the Church and humanity, offering perspectives that are “often dismissed, yet crucial for seeing the world through God’s eyes.” ”Give voice to the poor” – Pope Leo XIV Society of…
In an “instant” culture where convenience often outweighs sacrifice, choosing the path of selflessness can seem counterintuitive. But Noah Kungel and Kagen Kieftenbeld, two seminarians from the Archdiocese of Edmonton, are challenging that idea by swapping their books for fire gear this summer. Entering religious life is often misunderstood as…
Father John Hesse celebrates 70 years as a priest on June 4, 2025. At 93, Father Hesse is the longest serving priest in the Edmonton Archdiocese. \”I find that mainly you’re happiest if you just pray a day a time,\” Father John said, reflecting on seven decades of ministry. \”I…
On June 1st, 2025, the Salesian parish of St. John Bosco opened its doors for a special gathering aimed at youth & young adults seeking clarity and direction in their spiritual lives. The event, titled “Vocation Talk,” was facilitated by both Sr. April Cabaccang and Br. Rafael Vargas, who brought…
Jesus is both perfectly human and perfectly divine. It’s a challenging concept, but Dr. Matthew Kostelecky helps us understand that as part of the “I Believe” catechesis series on the Nicene Creed. “I hope people will take away something of the pecularly Christian claim that God became human, while also…
Blessed Sacrament Church in Wainwright hosted its annual Solemn Blessing of First Responders and Their Families, drawing community members together in a heartfelt tribute to those who serve on the front lines of emergencies. “In moments of tragedy, we instinctively turn to those trained to protect, heal, and rescue,” said…
Father Paul Kavanagh, a member of the senior leadership team, has been elected Archdiocesan Administrator of the Archdiocese of Edmonton by the College of Consultors. The announcement was made May 23, following a meeting of the College of Consultors, a group which assists the Archbishop in the governance of the…
With praise and thanksgiving to Almighty God, the Most Reverend Richard W. Smith will be installed as the twelfth Archbishop of Vancouver on Friday May 23 We invite you to watch the livestream at 8 p.m. Alberta Time (7 p.m. B.C. Time): Join in prayer as Vancouver welcomes their new Archbishop.
“We ought to pray to and invoke the Holy Spirit, for each one of us greatly needs His protection and His help. The more a man is deficient in wisdom, weak in strength, borne down with trouble, prone to sin, so ought he the more to fly to Him who…