“Like John Paul, Ouellet understood the power of mass assemblies, grand liturgical celebrations, and direct cultural engagement.”The Eucharistic Congress in Quebec City as well as the founding of Montée Jeunesse were two manifestations of the Cardinal's deep conviction that the faith is not dead in Quebec nor is it dormant in Canada. In honour of his journey among us, there will be a youth prayer vigil on Saturday August 14th at the Cathedral Notre Dame of Quebec, Quebec City, to show our solidarity with this shepherd who so loved the young people. All are welcome and encouraged to attend this evening of Eucharistic Adoration and intercessory prayer with the Cardinal for the young people of our country. If anyone is planning on attending from afar and is in need of a place to stay, accommodations are available (visit the archdiocese of Quebec website here or write to info@hommagecardinalouellet.com). The next day, Sunday August 15, 2010 (the Solemnity of the Assumption of Our Lady), the Archdiocese of Quebec will host a 3pm Thanksgiving Celebration at St. Anne de Beaupré. This will mark Cardinal Ouellet’s last formal Eucharistic Celebration in Quebec City before his departure to Rome. All are welcome to attend. As a mark of our commitment to his Spirit-led vision for the Canadian Church, we have all been invited to take part in a country-wide gift to Cardinal Ouellet: that is, a country-wide photo/commitment initiative. To voice your thanks (and the promise of your prayers) to Cardinal Ouellet please send your photo to: info@hommagecardinalouellet.com before August 13th. Along with the photo, well-wishers are being asked to include one word describing:
At the Manresa Spiritual Renewal Centre in Pickering, ON, retreatants of all ages can encounter a God of surprises.
In June, 2024, the domed roof and interior of St. Anne's Anglican Church in Toronto tragically burned down. However, the parish community continues to stand strong and serve its neighbourhood.
Pope Francis invites us to pray for vocations to the priesthood and religious life, that the ecclesial community might welcome the desires and doubts of those young people who feel a call to serve Christ’s mission in the priesthood and religious life.
Pope Francis invites us to pray for the right to an education for migrants, refugees and those affected by war; that their right to an education, which is necessary to build a better world, may always be respected.
I had the wonderful opportunity to meet with the CND sisters and enjoy a special lunch of soup, pizza, salad, and dessert. While I was there, I thought it would be a great opportunity to ask the sisters about what they were looking forward to this Christmas.