Staff members of the Diocese of Sault Ste. Marie enjoyed a Beans and Bread Luncheon on June 25th, 2008 to celebrate St. John the Baptist Day. read more
Three Christological hymns that speak of Jesus Christ in relation to his world as reconciler and world ruler. read more
The 19th Annotation of the Spiritual Excercises of St Ignatius of Loyola are being offered this autumn. read more
The Letter to Philemon regarding the slave Onesimus read more
Sisters of St. Joseph ~ North Bay "Come and See Weekend" read more
NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR REGISTRATION For Level I Atrium children 3 to 5 years of age. read more
More about monthly gatherings, mentoring, study groups read more
Death of Deacon Raymond Aubin read more
Rome By Cindy Wooden (CNS) Camparing ecumenism to a ship. Pope Benedict XVI said it would "never have left the port if it had not been moved by a broad current of prayer and pushed by the breeze of the Holy Spirit." read more
As Lent approaches... Perhaps it has been awhile or perhaps you just would like a refresher to help you celebrate "confession" well. read more
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Hand washing is an important part of preventing the spread of disease. During Eucharistic liturgies discretion should be used so as to not take away the proper focus of the rite. read more
... in preparation for the Solemnity of Mary, The Mother of God, and World Day of Peace read more
HISTORY Since the 18th century, proponents for Christian Unity have advocated common prayer. read more
Using the actual catechetical documents found at the Eucharistic Congress Website, you are invited to prepare for a deeper appreciation of the Holy Eucharist. read more
From the catechists to all those at Corpus Christi who have supported this work of the Holy Spirit through the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd! read more
A Christmas Blessing from the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd catechists, for all your support throughout the past year. read more
VATICAN CITY Pope Benedict XVI has responded to a letter from 138 Muslim scholars by inviting a group of them to meet with him..... read more
Limuru, Kenya (CNS) Top Christian leaders -- including evangelical and Pentecostal representatives - recommitted themselves... read more
VATICAN CITY (RNS) Muslim leaders who attended an interfaith peace conference with Pope Benedict XVI chided the pope..... read more
Naples (CNS) The only battle worthy of a religious believer is the battle against ..... read more
Naples (CNS) When 300 religious leaders gathered for a three-day meeting..... read more
Orthodox and Roman Catholics recognize that the bishop of Rome has primacy among all the world's bishops,..... read more
'Difficulties' have slowed progress toward full unity Anglicans and Roman Catholics should witness to the faith they share and work together to promote..... read more
Pope Benedict XVI welcomed the new leaders' of the World Jewish Congress to the Vatican.... read more
By Dan Morris-Young The recent Vatican document emphasizing that only the Catholic Church possesses the fullness of the means for salvation was created primarily as an instructional tool for Catholics and..... read more
By Luigi Sandri - Rome The Vatican's top official for Christian unity has rejected criticism that an official Roman Catholic document will hinder dialogue because of it's statement.... read more
Editorial by Peter Novecosky, OSB The papal document loosening the restrictions on the use of the Latin Tridentine Mass has been anticipated for a long time. It was finally released July 7 and has stirred up reactions.... read more
Vatican City Statement offers new ecumenical challenge. In a brief document, the Vatican's doctrinal congregation reaffirmed that the Catholic Church is the one, true church, even if elements of truth can be found in separated churches and communities..... read more
When the Vatican's Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith speaks, people listen, even if they don't always understand. ..... read more
Gatherings and time commitments. read more
Understanding the process of formation. read more
Relations between the Anglican and Catholic Churches could be affected by decisions soon to be made by the Anglican Church. Archbishop of Cantebury Rowan Williams spoke to Toronto audience mid-April. read more
Encouraging parish leadership to grow in their Catholic faith. read more
Bishop Plouffe invites laity across the diocese to the Lay Apostolate Formation read more
Regarding his appointment as Bishop of Saint John, New Brunswick read more
Report sets stage for closer relations between Catholics, Anglicans.. read more
Bulletin Announcements read more
Soon-to-be released document will be 'very honest,' officials say... read more
Lists of the music used for our prayer sessions, and links to the Taizé website to help you learn them read more
Franciscan Friars and Sisters of the Atonement finished off the 99th Week of Prayer for Christian Unity by launching a website...... read more
Experiences from a Dutch volunteer at Taize. read more
Jewish-Christian dialogue is primarily a religious exercise, not simply a political or social exercise, said two rabbis and two cardinals at a Rome conference.... read more
Pope Benedict XVI asked the government of Turkey to grant full legal recognition to the Catholic Church and to .... read more
Pope Benedict XVI said ecumenism should find increasing expression at the parish level through prayer and works of charity...... read more
Faith sharing for Lent 2007 read more
Following you will find Bishop Plouffe's Lenten Message 2007 to the faithful of our Diocese. read more
Catholic and Anglican bishops attended a historic joint meeting in Leeds, England. The meeting brought together 30 Catholic and 40 Anglican bishops.... read more
Promote ecumenism in daily living. read more
Christmas message 2006 to the faithful of our Dicoese. read more
Reflection questions to help identify and encourage catechists in your parish. read more
A step towards recognition of the right to water. read more
The Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops (CCCB) has issued the Christmas Message from Archbishop André Gaumond, President. read more
A Theological and Pastoral Reflection for the Ministers of the Sacrament read more
Sudbury was the location of the 2006 Ontario Liturgical Commission Summer School in early August. Read more of what one of the participants, Margaret Spooner from the Archdiocese of Kingston has to say. read more
Introduction to GOOD NEWS TO SHARE read more
An orientation package sent to all pastors and parish leadership - read more
Christians have a responsibility to heal their divisions so that they can be a real sign of hope for the world, Pope Bendict XVI said. read more
Progress made in Catholic-Jewish relations should be expanded with a renewed commitment..... read more
The Lord has visited His people! read more
North Bay welcomes Sue Perna, catechist for the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd Association of Canada. read more
Many people have lent a hand or keystroke in helping the Diocese benefit from online communications through DeoWeb. The Diocese would like to recognize everyone who played a significant role in those early days when DeoWeb went from a vision to reality. read more
Pope Benedict to visit Turkey. Ecumenical Orthodox Patriarch Bartholomew of Constantinople said he hopes Pope Benedict XVI's November trip to Turkey will help calm tensions with Islam and advance the church's struggle.... read more
More than 30,000 Muslims attended the annual conference of the Islamic Society of North America (ISNA) over the Labour Day weekend at the Rosemount Convention Centre in Chicago....read more read more
Everyone taking part in the DeoHunt scavenger hunt needs to read and follow these rules. read more
Summer Conference 2006 read more
Love babies? Prefer indoor work? PCC is for you... read more
There are many ways you can join the Habitat for Humanity volunteer team.... read more
Assisi, Italy Prayer of many faiths marked the central moment of the 20th annual Interreligious Prayer Meeting for Peace Sept. 4-5, attended by more than 150 religious leaders from around the world.... read more
Vatican City (CNS) Methodists, Roman Catholic and Lutheran leaders said their communities will be able to work more closely..... read more
Introducing some of the activities that are being offered. read more
Using the Gospel of St Mark and the Encyclical Letter, Deus Caritas Est, people are invited to study together and grow in their knowledge of Sacred Scripture and teachings of the Church. read more
We are offering material for five (5) weeks of faith sharing. . read more
Vatican City (CNS) Just as Sts. Peter and Andrew were brothers, the Catholic and Orthodox churches have a special relationship as true sister churches, Pope Benedict XVI said...... read more
Homily on the occasion of the Eucharistic celebration marking the departure of the Sisters Adorers of the Precious Blood read more
Few homosexuals interested in tying the knot read more
Message of the Holy Father to participants in the 36th General Assembly of the Organization of American States read more
Weekend conference for our beneficiaries and our teens/young adults May 5,6 and 7, 2006. read more
New document published by the Pontifical Council for the Family read more
Continued misunderstanding over what constitutes proselytism and what represents evagelization has prompted the Vatican and the World Council of Churches to draw up guidelines for making sure ethical norms are followed in converting people of other religious beliefs to Christianity.... read more
Reflections prepared by Maggie Gallagher, author of three books on the marriage movement and a nationally syndicated columnist read more
Benedict XVI received delegates from the plenary assembly of the Pontifical Council for the Family read more
Benedict XVI's address to the participants in an international congress promoted by the John Paul II Institute for Studies on Marriage and the Family (Pontifical Lateran University) read more
Bishop Jean-Louis Plouffe celebrated Holy Eucharist with some of the Lay Apostolate Formation people at the Diocesan Centre read more
Prime Minister Harper pandering to religious right, backers of law for same-sex couples say read more
By bringing mutual respect and understanding, inter-religious dialogue can contribute to peace,..... read more
The Mid-Atlantic Catholic Muslim Regional Dialogue concluded... read more
Pope Benedict to meet with head of worldwide Anglican communion... read more
Information about formation read more
VATICAN CITY - Pope Benedict XVI called on Jews, Christians and Muslims to work together to promote peace and justice...... read more
Bishop Jean-Louis Plouffe's letter in support of the 2006 Share Lent campaign read more
For those who would like to deepen their academic knowledge of the sacrament of Reconciliation. read more
Some helpful explanations and suggestions for a better experience in the Sacrament of Reconciliation. read more
Some ideas to share with your children read more
With deeper conversion and greater love, Catholics and Orthodox will find the path to full unity... read more
A brief history and reflection and catechesis for the family read more
On the Nature of the Eucharist and its connection to the Sacrificial Death – Resurrection of Christ: a reflection on “Remembering” read more
An evening of preparation for parents that can be used in your parish. read more
Instructional helps for parents, catechists and parishes read more
How to Celebrate the Sacrament of Reconciliation read more
Father Thomas Willis makes some excellent suggestions read more
Porto Alegre, Brazil Catholic presence at the Ninth General Assembly of Churches in mid-February was a daily and visible dimension of the international gathering.... read more
World Council of Church's (Porto Alegre, Brazil) head say ecumenical movement needs youth read more
Information on Programming read more
The invocation "Kyrie eleison" or "Lord have mercy" is often used in our liturgies. The following article may add to your knowledge of the meaning of this frequently used invocation. read more
Bishop calls on Catholics to recognize Lent as a season of interiority and renewal read more
5 weeks - On the Holy Eucharist read more
Pope Benedict XVI and the Roman Catholic Church have ecumenical events planned for 2006. read more
Ecumenism - Future January 19, 2006 read more
Pope Audience - January 18, 2006 read more
Spiritual ecumenism is 'change of heart, holiness of life' read more
While many of the doctrinal differences that divided Christians for centuries are close to being resolved, different approaches to modern ethical questions... read more
When Christian churches and communities are willing to admit their members.... read more
Pope Benedict XVI met with Brother Alois Leser prior of the ecumenical monastic community of Taizé, France read more
Message of His Holiness, Benedict XVI for the XVI World Day of the Sick Adelade, Australia February 11, 2006 read more
January 22 - 29, 2006 - This universal week of prayer... read more
The Second Vatican Council invited all Catholics to undertake the work of ecumenism and so overcome the scandal of disunity among..... read more
Catholics and Orthodox have a responsibility to work toward full unity in accordance...by Cindy Wooden (Catholic News Service) read more
Assuming you already have a sound system installed, the information in this article will help troubleshoot some common problems that occur with church sound systems. read more
Differences in moral teaching are straining the unity of Christian communities and present challenge.... read more
Pope Benedict XVI invites head of Orthodox Church of Greece to visit Rome. read more
Jerusalem needs presence of all three monotheistic religions... read more
International Anglican-Roman Catholic Consultation on Unity and Mission meets outside Rome. read more
An ecumenical success story celebrated in an interdenominational service. read more
Bishop Plouffe's Christmas message to the faithful of the Diocese read more
Christmas Message to the faithful of Canada from His Excellency, André Gaumond, Archbishop of Sherbrooke and President of the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops read more
"The era of suspicion is not finished," Di Segni declared to an audience ..." by Michael Swan (The Catholic Register) read more
40 years after Nostra Aetate, we still long for repaired relations... by Michael Swan (The Catholic Register) read more
Before the Second Vatican Council the Catholic Church had a rather poor relationship with the Jews.... read more
Dialogues between official representatives of these two communities have been held under the title ARCIC.... read more
Orthodox and Vatican representatives to meet in early December. read more
The Vatican's foreign minister told reporters he hopes for improve relations. read more
As the Catholic Church and the Lutheran World Federation work for full unity, they must remain committed to patient dialogue and keep their work focused on Christ, Pope Benedict XVI said. read more
The OCCE annual meeting took place in Toronto on November 8 and 9, 2005 read more
November 1, 1990 to November 1, 2005 read more
This issue is becoming more prevalent in our parishes. The National Liturgy Office has provided a revised document addressing pertinent issues concerning this subject.The document that follows even includes a suggested note for parish bulletins. read more
In the near future the Diocesan Liturgy Office will be offering regional workshops around the Order of Christian Funerals and will specifically address lay leaders at Funeral Vigils (theological foundations and practicum). In response to the increasing number of Funeral Vigils being led by lay people the National Liturgy Office has issued an informative letter. read more
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