‘The people who walked in darkness have seen a great light; those who lived in a land of deep darkness – on them light has shone… For a child has been born for us, a son given to us; authority rests upon His shoulders; and He is named Wonderful Counsellor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince…
The Nativity of the Lord – Vigil Mass – Wednesday, December 24 4pm – Saint Michael the Archangel Basilica 4pm – Saint Michael’s by-the-Sea Church (Miramichi Bay) 4pm – Église de l’Ascension (Beaverbrook) (la Messe française) 6pm – Saint Margaret’s Church 7pm – Saint Michael the Archangel Basilica The Nativity of the Lord – Mass…
The Canadian bishops have written an open letter to express deep concern regarding recent reports of government plans to remove the long-standing religious exemption in Section 319(3)(b) of the Criminal Code as part of Bill C-9 amendments. Our bishops are requesting charter rights and freedom of religion to be maintained, and to provide clear assurance…
With another winter upon us, we recall that daily Mass is salutary, but not obligatory, see our Catechism of the Catholic Church § 1389). Sundays and Solemnities are ordinarily obligatory, as stated in the same Catechism section and in CCC § 2185.However, some of our parish churches are on distant roads and highways, and if…
Jesus Christ is Lord. he possesses all power in heaven and on earth.He is far above all rule and authority and power and dominion, for the Father has put all things under His feet. Christ is Lord of the cosmos and of history. In Him human history and indeed all creation are set forth and…
Red Wednesday is an annual event organized by Aid to the Church in Need, dedicated to raising awareness of the persecution endured by our brothers and sisters in faith. Currently, an estimated 327 million Christians worldwide live in countries where religiouspersecution is rampant. They are at risk of being attacked, arrested, imprisoned, tortured, and,in the…
Families can celebrate their namesake and patron saints from the Communion of Saints and aspire after them, and All Souls’ Day is a time for families to reflect on those loved ones who are no longer with us. We can pray with and for them, share stories, and visit graves. It is also a time…
Blessed are You, Lord our God, Creator of Heaven and earth,and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ.We praise You for Your glory, and thank You for Your goodness to us.We praise You for Your generous gifts and for bringing fruitful results to our labours.As we rejoice in Your kindness, we pray also for those who…