In a spirit of joy-filled thanksgiving, the Diocese of Sault Ste. Marie announces the Ordination of Mr. Chadwick Franklin to the Transitional Diaconate. The Sacrament of Holy Orders of a Deacon will be celebrated by The Most Reverend Marcel Damphousse at Christ the King Church, Sudbury on Friday, August 14. Due to current COVID-19 restrictions, attendance at the ordination, for both clergy and laity, will be by invitation only. ...
At the end of 2017, the Federation of the Sisters of St. Joseph became a Blue Community so that we can protect water as a shared commons, sacred gift, and human right.
Friday June 12, 2020. As you know I recruited Cindy Dwyer for the development of my vision for a pastoral plan for the Diocese of Sault Ste. Marie. Unfortunately, due to the unforeseen circumstances such as stresses related to COVID-19 and my appointment to Coadjutor Archbishop of Ottawa-Cornwall the Director of pastoral planning position will not remain. ...
"As you know, because of restrictions imposed by our government and public health authorities due to COVID-19, we had to postpone the celebration of Chrism Mass that was to be held in Sault Ste. Marie."...
"The Annual National March for Life, Canada’s biggest pro-life gathering, will not be done on the streets this year but will become a virtual, online event. EWTN has always been a strong ally of Canada’s March for Life and will continue to support it this year by airing two special programs,"...
"As part of its efforts to realize the objectives of the Document on Human Fraternity, the Higher Committee of Human Fraternity proposes Thursday, May 14, 2020 as a Day of prayers, fasting and works of charity for the good of all humanity."...
On this feast of Saint François de Laval, patron saint of Catholic Bishops, Pope Francis announced publicly his decision to appoint me as Coadjutor Archbishop of Ottawa-Cornwall....
At the conclusion of the live-streaming of the Mass on Sunday, May 3, Fr. Raymond and Deacon Roland were available to give a blessing with the Blessed Sacrament from 11:30 am. to 1:00 pm. in the parking lot between the church building and Christ the King Centre.(Click for pictures)
"Each year the Catholic community of Ontario engages in a week-long celebration to highlight the unique identity and distinctive contributions of Catholic education. This year, we will need to celebrate this week from a distance."...
Some photos of the procession of the Blessed Sacrament in the streets of Azilda. It was a testimony of faith from my parishioners and encourages me to continue to innovate to be in relationship with them....
A “place” is more than space being used. Having a sense of place means to have a sense of belonging. It is where we feel at home. “This Place: Real People. Real Faith.” tells the story of Catholics who are a part of a community of faith in dioceses across Canada.
Following government announcements of several preventive measures to stem the spread of COVID-19, I wish to contribute to this common public health effort and act in solidarity with the civil authorities. Consequently, I am announcing the immediate adoption of the following directives. Until further notice: - All Masses, weekday and weekends, as well as Sunday liturgies of the Word are cancelled. - The churches remain accessible for personal visits during usual mass times. ...