This story was updated May 28. Archbishop Richard Smith’s May 23 installation Mass at Holy Rosary Cathedral was resplendent in pageantry, flawless in organization, and liturgically solemn — and with … Continued
The Archdiocese of Edmonton has been marking the winding down of Archbishop Richard Smith’s time as its shepherd with the faithful gathering for farewell events and his final Mass at … Continued
The Pope’s death on Easter Monday, when Christians celebrate Christ’s victory over death, eases the Church’s sadness, Archbishop Richard Smith said just hours after the Pope’s death. Archbishop Smith spoke … Continued
John Paul II Pastoral Centre staff lined the balcony and crowded the ground floor to welcome Archbishop Richard Smith for his first official visit to Vancouver, his soon-to-be home and … Continued
Edmonton Archbishop Richard W. Smith has been appointed by Pope Francis as the next Archbishop of Vancouver, succeeding Archbishop J. Michael Miller, CSB, whose retirement has been accepted by the … Continued