For the VIII World Day of the Poor, Pope Francis has chosen a particularly significant motto for this year dedicated to prayer, given that the day will be celebrated shortly before the beginning of the Jubilee Year of 2025: “The prayer of the poor rises up to God” (cf Sir 21.5).

At the invitation of Pope Francis, young people worldwide are called to Rome for the Jubilee of 2025! This year’s theme centres on hope, uniting us around the belief that hope never disappoints.

This year’s Community Vitality Gathering offers a chance to hear firsthand from keynote Fr. Raymond Lafontaine, E.V., as he returns from a transformative six-month study sabbatical and his recent experiences at the October Synod in Rome.

Save the date of November 20 for Red Wednesday! Archbishop Christian Lépine will celebrate a special mass at 5 p.m. at Mary, Queen of the World Cathedral, accompanied by the Choir of Angels chorale.

On Thursday, October 24, Pope Francis published his fourth encyclical, which renews the tradition and relevance of devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus.

The text concludes with this prayer from Pope Francis:

As the Solemnity of Christ the King approaches, Mission Jeunesse Montréal invites young people and youth workers throughout the diocese to experience an unforgettable week of celebration, hope and communion.

On November 21, the Feast of the Presentation of Mary in the Temple, we come together to celebrate Pro Orantibus Day, established by Pope Pius XII in 1953.

"Those who hope in the Lord will run and not be weary" (cf. Is 40:31). This powerful message from Isaiah echoes through the heart of this year’s WYD Cross of Hope in Montreal, a cherished symbol offered to young people during the diocesan World Youth Day celebrations.

On Sunday, November 3, 2024, the faithful of Saint-Charles church were delighted to welcome Archbishop Christian Lépine, to celebrate their patronal feast in honour of Saint Charles Borromeo. Wondering where this unique parish is located?

The loss of a child may be the worst pain a father and mother can experience. There’s no word that could possibly describe such profound grief. Pope Francis asks us to join him in prayer this month precisely for those parents who have lost a child. 

Join the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops (CCCB) in celebrating the Jubilee Pilgrims of Hope, inspired by the Bull Spes Non Confundit. Designed for dioceses, parishes, schools, and communities, these resources invite everyone to dive deeper into the Jubilee spirit.