July 14, 2023 Message to the Clergy, Religious Communities, and Catholic Faithful of the Diocese of Pembroke Dear Brother Priests and Deacons, Members of Religious Communities, and Catholic Faithful, On June 26, the first day of a planned short vacation, I received an unexpected call from the Apostolic Nuncio to
Continue reading
Chancery Office, Pembroke April 21, 2023 The Most Reverend Guy Desrochers, C.Ss.R., announces the following pastoral assignment: Reverend Fortunatus RUDAKEMWA is appointed administrator of St-Jean-Baptiste Parish, Pembroke. This appointment is effective April 28, 2023.
Continue reading
Dioceses across Canada, in their continuing journey of seeking reconciliation with the Indigenous Peoples of what is now known as Canada, have voluntarily committed to contributing $30 million over five years innew funding to facilitate further reconciliation efforts. Dioceses have voluntarily committed to contributing these funds annually or in lump
Continue reading
One day while Saint Francis was praying before a crucifix in a church that was in need of repair and renovation, he heard Christ speak to him from the crucifix: “Francis, go and rebuild my Church.” At first, he thought it was a call to renovate the church building, but soon
Continue reading
People are wondering how they can help victims of the earthquake in Turkey and Syria. Here are links to two Catholic aid organizations: Development and Peace – Caritas Canada:https://www.devp.org/en/ The Catholic Near East Welfare Association: https://cnewa.org/ca/
Continue reading
Next February Feature Speaker: Cody Coyote on Thursday, February 16th from 7-8 p.m. on Healing Through Art. ‘With this presentation, Cody Coyote speaks about how he found healing through art while overcoming bullying, racism, and certain life experiences. He also shares about his experiences as an intergenerational survivor of Canada’s 60’s Scoop. This presentation is an
Continue reading
We are worthless slaves; we have done only what we ought to have done! (Luke 17.7-10) MESSAGES FROM THE BISHOP Appeal Letter – Evangelization Collection Please read Bishop Desrochers’ appeal letter from the Office of the Bishop here. The War in Ukraine – A Call to Prayer, Fasting, and Action
Continue reading
