Mum’s the Word is an “interactive documentary” that gives voice to some of the hundreds of thousands of Canadians over the last century victimized by what is being called the … Continued
A lot of ink is being spilled these days about the COVID-19 pandemic, and whether you agree or disagree with the response to the disease, one thing is certain: at … Continued
I’m ever grateful to the blogger and author Mark Shea for helping draw me into full communion with the Catholic Church 15 years ago last month, so I’ve been eagerly … Continued
28th Sunday of Ordinary Time, Year AFirst Reading: Is 25:6-10aSecond Reading: Phil 4:12-14, 19-20Gospel Reading: Mt 22:1-14 As St. Paul assures us in this Sunday’s First Reading, “God will fully … Continued
On Sept. 25, the fifth anniversary of his first address to the United Nations, Pope Francis spoke again to the General Assembly. Because of COVID-19, the form of the address … Continued
One of my favourite saints is St. Therese of Lisieux. As a teenager, I was introduced to her by members of The Society of the Little Flower. Due to her … Continued
I explained last column how after learning about the Early Church Fathers, I suddenly felt the urgency to share my faith. Meanwhile, in the midst of my discovery, God was … Continued
“Pick up the pen and be brave.” Five years ago, these words came in my heart during prayer. The Lord asked me to let go of the stigma and shame … Continued
October is the Month of the Holy Rosary, and on Oct. 7 we celebrate the feast of Our Lady of the Rosary, the principal patron of the Archdiocese of Vancouver … Continued
If you weren’t particularly looking forward to having another election, join the club. We had a provincial election in 2017, an electoral reform referendum in 2018, and last year’s federal … Continued