Do you know how I show myself within the soul who loves me in truth and follows the teaching of this gentle loving Word? I show my strength in many ways, according to her desire, but there are three principal...
As National Nurses Month wraps up, nurse and author Margaret Price reflects on her life's journey guided by faith -- and all the opportunities the field of nursing opened up to her.
1. Through your involvement in helping to start...
Today, on this Pentecost Sunday, the promise Jesus made to the Apostles on that evening of the first Easter Sunday is fulfilled. On that evening, Jesus breathed on them and said to them : “Receive the Holy Spirit.” (Jn...
The month of June is dedicated to Adult Faith Formation for the ministries of the Office of Formation for Discipleship. It is also Seniors’ Month in Ontario. This office is committed to help parishes support all adults to grow...
Today is the Ascension Day, a feast day on which we celebrate the risen Jesus when He returned to His Father. In many places, the Ascension Day is celebrated on Thursday, that is, the fortieth day after Easter Sunday, but...
The earth is round, and the whole world is revolving in circles. No matter who you hurt, in the long run, you are hurting yourself. You may not be aware at this point, but it will revolve back. Thus, if...
The National Association of Catholic Nurses-Canada joined its international friends in honouring nurses at Nurses’ Week this year. We resumed in-person celebrations, inviting our members to host get-togethers for nurses in their parishes. This gave nurses...
In 2015, Pope Francis wrote to a single mother, acknowledging the difficulties single mothers face because of the existing stigma against them. “I know it's not easy to be a single mother,” Pope Francis said. “I...
St. James reminded us: “But let him ask in faith, nothing wavering. For he that wavereth is like a wave of the sea, which is moved and carried about by the wind. Therefore let not that man think that...
Fr. Stephan Kappler is the President and Chief Psychologist of Southdown Institute. In light of the upcoming day dedicated to raising awareness of mental health across the the archdiocese, he shares with readers some of the strong connections between faith...
A friend has introduced me to a very special Bible Study program. Unlike the past Bible studies that focused on sharing, this one emphasized on reflection. Through meditations on the Bible and reflections upon my life, I have discovered my...
Jesus instituted the Sacrament of the Holy Eucharist at the Last Supper. Regarding the Sacrament of the Holy Eucharist, the Catholic Catechism states : “Our Savior on the night of His betrayal, at the Last Supper, instituted the thanksgiving sacrament...
National Family and Life Week is taking place from May 7-14 reflecting on the theme of “Love one another. Just as I have loved you, you also should love one another” (John 13:34). Below, Michelle Dabrowski...
In recognition and appreciation of all volunteers throughout the Archdiocese during National Volunteer Week (April 16-22, 2023) we asked various members of the community about the role of volunteers and how volunteering weaves us together, thereby strengthening the fabric...