Nowadays, is it possible to be declared a saint? On October 10, a 15-year-old Italian boy, Carlo Acutis, was declared Blessed. It was the Archdiocese of Milan that had made the request to Pope Francis. He died of a devastating leukemia and was declared Blessed for the acts of Christian
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Blessed are those slaves whom the master finds alert when he comes. (Luke 12.35-38) FROM THE DIOCESE Prayers For the repose of the soul of Mrs. Laura Tomasini, grandmother of Rev. Anthony Burchat, who passed away on Tuesday, October 13th. Please also pray for the consolation of Father Burchat and the
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Religious Leaders in Canada oppose Bill C-7 “An Act to amend the Criminal Code” (medical assistance in dying) Open Letter to All Canadians We are obliged to express our strong concern and opposition to Bill C-7 which, among other things, expands access to euthanasia and assisted suicide to those who
Continue readingGive alms, and everything will be made clean for you. (Luke 11.37-41) FROM THE DIOCESE Pastoral Appointment Most Rev. Guy Desrochers, C.Ss.R, announced that Rev. Anthony Burchat was appointed to Parochial Vicar at St. Columbkille Cathedral. This appointment took effect October 1, 2020. Pastoral Appointment Rev. William J. Kenney will
Continue readingMartha welcomed Jesus into her home. Mary chose the better part. (Luke 10.38-42) FROM THE DIOCESE Thanksgiving Weekend The Diocesan Offices will be closed on Monday, October 12th, and will reopen on Tuesday, October 13th at 8:30 a.m. Pastoral Appointment Most Rev. Guy Desrochers, C.Ss.R, announced that Rev. Anthony Burchat
Continue readingYou will see the Son of Man, with angels ascending and descending upon him. (John 1.47-51) FROM THE DIOCESE Pastoral Appointment Most Rev. Guy Desrochers, C.Ss.R, announces that Rev. Anthony Burchat is appointed to Parochial Vicar at St. Columbkille Cathedral. This appointment takes effect October 1, 2020. Pastoral Appointment Rev.
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Chancery Office, Pembroke September 25, 2020 Most Rev. Guy Desrochers, C.Ss.R., announces the following appointments: Rev. Anthony Burchat is appointed Parochial Vicar at St. Columbkille Cathedral. This appointment takes effect October 1, 2020. Rev. William J. Kenney will become chaplain of a “virtual school” of about 300 pupils, organized by
Continue readingMy mother and my brothers are those who hear the word of God and do it. (Luke 8. 19-21) FROM THE DIOCESE New Office Hours Please note that the Diocesan Offices are now open from 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Monday to Friday. Bishop Guy Desrochers, C.Ss.R. Installation Video Bishop
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This past September 8, members of the Diocese of Pembroke were blessed to receive yet another member into the presbyterate as Father Michael Coyne was ordained to the priesthood at St. Francis Xavier Parish in Renfrew. With family and friends of Father Coyne in attendance, Bishop Guy Desrochers, C.Ss.R. had
Continue readingSimeon told Mary, “A sword will pierce your soul.” (Luke 2.33-35) FROM THE DIOCESE New Office Hours Please note that the Diocesan Offices are now open from 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Monday to Friday. Bishop Guy Desrochers, C.Ss.R. Installation Video Bishop Desrochers’ installation video from July 3rd can now
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