October 1, 2026 Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, As Albertans prepare to participate in the referendum on October 19th, we invite the Catholic faithful to approach this civic responsibility with prayer, an informed conscience, and sincere concern for their neighbours. As your bishops, we offer these reflections to…
Father Paul Moret, pastor Holy Trinity parish in Spruce Grove, reflects on how Fulton Sheen, who is being beatified today, became part of his own faith journey. “He had such an insight into people, into things of faith, and was able to reach people in such a marvelous way. And…
Sometimes, a special parish project becomes much more than simply finding an object. It becomes a journey filled with faith, friendship, patience, unexpected challenges, and the generous help of many people. Such was the journey to bring a statue of our patron saint, St. Matthew, to the parish in Rocky…
St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church in Onoway, and our own Rev. Thomas Puthupparampil, welcomed Archbishop Stephen Hero to celebrate our Centennial Mass – 100 years of faith in Onoway. The Aug. 30 Mass was attended by many parishioners as well as community leaders and dignitaries. The Knights of Columbus…
“You have heard that it was said, ‘You shall love your neighbour and hate your enemy.’ But I say to you, Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you.” – Matthew 5:43-44 At many points of your life, if not daily, you experience struggles because of your interactions…
The St. Agnes parish community in Mayerthorpe gathered with grateful hearts Sept. 13 to celebrate the completion and blessing of our new hall, rectory, office, coffee room, and other renovated spaces. This journey began with a remarkable gift. In August 2018, our parish received a very generous bequest from the…
Encounter School of Ministry-Edmonton Campus is now one of 54 satellite campuses worldwide. In conformity with the teachings and traditions of the Catholic Church, Encounter School of Ministry offers a dynamic two-year, part-time, training program designed to teach, equip, and activate disciples of Jesus to demonstrate the love of God…
St. Matthew Parish in Edmonton celebrated the inaugural gathering of its Youth Group on September 12, welcoming 30 teens, eight youth leaders, parents, and volunteers. The morning was filled with joy, laughter, faith, and fellowship as we took an exciting first step toward forming young people who are confident witnesses…
Priests from across the Archdiocese are gathering in Kananaskis from September 7–11 for the annual Priests’ Spiritual Retreat, a time of prayer, reflection, fraternity, and spiritual renewal. This year’s retreat will be led by Most Rev. Erik Varden, Bishop of the Diocese of Trondheim, Norway, who will guide the priests…
The 100 years of faith we celebrate this year began long before the building of the first Catholic Church in Rocky Mountain House. Between 1841-1875 Oblates arrived at the Hudson Bay Trading post in Rocky Mountain House and the first Mass was celebrated there on October 5, 1845, by Fr.…