Here is the list of the most recent press releases that the Catholic Church of Montreal has published. For media inquiries, please contact communications@diocesemontreal.org
2023
August 7, 2023
Feast Day Mass celebrating the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Followed by a “Jericho March”
July 14, 2023
“Abraham’s Children” interfaith gathering to be held in Montreal, July 18, 2023
July 12, 2023
Some 5,000 Canadians enrolled in the 38th World Youth Day in Lisbon
July 3, 2023
Spanish-language Mass for seasonal workers
June 12, 2023
The Archdiocese of Montreal releases the sixth Ombudsman’s report
June 2, 2023
Mass and procession through the streets of downtown Montreal on the Feast of Corpus Christi
May 31, 2023
Two seminarians being ordained as priests for the Diocese of Montreal
January 4, 2023
Mass for Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI
2022
December 12, 2022
Archdiocese of Montreal releases fifth quarterly Ombudsman’s report
October 28, 2022
37th Diocesan World Youth Day
October 17, 2022
Archbishop Lépine's Pastoral Letter: WYD 2022
October 13, 2022
Archbishop Lépine's Pastoral Letter: Abuse Prevention Training – Focus on Victims of Abuse
August 30, 2022
Invitation - Episcopal Ordination of the Most Reverend Frank Leo
August 17, 2022
Publication of the Archdiocese of Montreal’s fourth quarterly Ombudsman’s Report
July 21, 2022
Archbishop Lépine's Pastoral Letter: Penance, Encounter, Hope
July 16, 2022
Pope Francis Appoints Rev. Msgr. Frank Leo Auxiliary Bishop of the Archdiocese of Montreal
June 8, 2022
Sexual Abuse: Nine Roman Catholic dioceses in Quebec release findings of an independent audit
April 27, 2022
The Catholic Church of Montreal launches its latest Annual Campaign: “Giving Changes Lives”
April 19, 2022
Archdiocese of Montreal publishes third Ombudsman’s Report
The Cathedral of Montreal hosts Carlo Acutis’s Exhibition of the Eucharistic Miracles of the World
March 22, 2022
Mass for Feast of the Annunciation to entrust Russia and Ukraine to Mary: Papal request
March 15, 2022
Tenth Anniversary Mass of Thanksgiving to mark nomination of Most Rev. Christian Lépine as Archbishop of Montreal
March 9, 2022
24 Hours for Peace: Mass and Adoration
2021
December 15, 2021
Schedule of Christmas Masses at Mary Queen of the World Cathedral
Archdiocese of Montreal publishes second Ombudsman’s Report
December 6, 2021
Appointment of Mr. Jean-Michel Grondin to the post of Organist at Mary Queen of the World Cathedral
December 1, 2021
Christmas Celebrations 2021: For more details, contact your parish or consult the parish website
September 22, 2021
Blessing of a statue of Saint Kateri Tekakwitha at Mary Queen of the World Cathedral National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
September 9, 2021
Ombudsman of the Archdiocese of Montreal Files first report
August 9, 2021
Feast Day Mass celebrating the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Followed by a “Jericho March”
June 10, 2021
Mass for the Aboriginal children who perished in residential schools
March 31, 2021
The Catholic Church of Montreal launches its new Annual Campaign entitled "On a mission: Growing. Stronger. Together."
March 26, 2021
Schedule for Holy Week Celebrations with Archbishop Christian Lépine
March 11, 2021
Statement of the Archbishop of Montreal, Most Reverend Christian Lépine In support of vaccination
March 8, 2021
The Archdiocese of Montreal actively supporting the Commemoration of victims of COVID-19: Thursday, March 11, 2021
February 15, 2021
Archdiocese of Montreal enters new stage in its pursuit of Truth, Transparency and Transformation
January 13, 2021
Good news for humankind: Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Arms
2020
December 21, 2020
Schedule of Christmas Masses at Mary Queen of the World Cathedral and at churches in the Diocese of Montreal
December 16, 2020
Appointment of Fr. Harry Célestin, c.s.v.,Episcopal Vicar to the Francophone Deaneries of the Eastern Sector of the Diocese
December 16, 2020
Appointment of Fr. Francesco Giordano Chancellor of the Archdiocese of Montreal
Novembre 25, 2020
Archdiocese of Montreal releases independent report on complaints against former priest Brian Boucher
Independent report complaints against former priest Brian Boucher
(Published by the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Montreal without waiver of privileges or immunities and with a full reservation of intellectual property and other rights.)
November 18, 2020
Two diocesan events at the Feast of Christ the King
November 12, 2020
Funeral for Fr. John Walsh Nov. 16
November 10, 2020
Passing of Father John Emmett Walsh
November 4, 2020
The Catholic Church of Montreal launches its new digital campaign "On a Mission”
October 29, 2020
Statement from the Archbishop: Attack at Notre-Dame de l’Assomption Basilica in Nice
October 28, 2020
Five deacons soon to be ordained
October 27, 2020
The Community Chaplaincy of Montreal is 25 years old!
October 23, 2020
Requiem Mass for the victims of Covid-19 - November 2 at 7:30 p.m. at the Cathedral of Mary Queen of the World
October 23, 2020
External Review by Honourable Pepita G. Capriolo - Laicization of Brian Boucher
October 22, 2020
Appointment of Montreal Auxiliary Bishop Thomas Dowd as Bishop of the Diocese of Sault Ste. Marie
Letter of Bishop Thomas Dowd to the Faithful of the Diocese of Montreal
October 20, 2020
Departure of Father Alain Mongeau as Episcopal Vicar for francophone deaneries, eastern sector
October 1, 2020
An update of the mass schedule at Mary Queen of The World Cathedral in Montreal
September 30, 2020
Daily Mass in English begins October 4 from Mary Queen of the World Cathedral
September 23, 2020
The Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Montreal releases new eBook: A compilation of Archbishop Lépine’s messages during the pandemic “confinement”
September 10, 2020
They each have a name: Remembering Montreal’s Unclaimed Dead at Mary Queen of the World Cathedral Wednesday, September 16, at 2 p.m.
August 19, 2020
Two upcoming priestly ordinations: Pascal Cyr and Francis Bégin
June 30, 2020
The Grand Séminaire de Montréal is Relocating
June 17, 2020
Gradual reopening of churches
May 28, 2020
Vigil Mass for Pentecost - Saturday, May 30, 2020
May 11, 2020
Mass to celebrate the dignity of human life - May 14, 2020
April 29, 2020
Archbishop Lépine to consecrate the Archdiocese of Montreal to Mary, Mother of the Church, this Friday, May 1, 2020
April 24, 2020
An invitation to pray the Via lucis
April 21, 2020
A special Mass In time of pandemic - Wednesday, April 22
April 9, 2020
Catholic Church of Montreal issues a Holy Week message of Hope
April 1, 2020
Special mass for youth : Palm Sunday April 4 via YouTube
March 27, 2020
COVID-19: Crescendo of the Bells
March 13, 2020
Live Broadcast of Mass of Solidarity at Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal
February 29 2020
Rite for Admission to the Permanent Diaconate to take place in March
January 28 2020
The 24th World Day for Consecrated Life
Diocesan Celebration on February 1, 2020
2019
December 10, 2019
Two colourful celebrations in Montreal will highlight the Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe, Patroness of the Americas
October 31, 2019
Wearing the White Poppy: an Important Gesture
October 4, 2019
Sent to the Atikamekw
October 3, 2019
Death of Bishop Gérard Tremblay, P.S.S.
October 3, 2019
The procession of the Lord of Miracles: an event not to miss during the “Latin American Heritage Month in Montreal”
October 3, 2019
Francis Bégin to be ordained to the diaconate tomorrow
October 3, 2019
“Accomplishing One’s Death”: a conference like no other
September 18, 2019
Priestly Ordination of Robert Assaly, a former Anglican priest this Friday
September 18, 2019
Matt Fradd to Headline Montreal Conference on Pornography
September 16, 2019
Relics of Saint Pio of Pietrelcina and Saint John Paul II to visit Montreal
September 11, 2019
Mass for the beginning of the 2019 school year
August 19, 2019
Pastoral Care: Sick and vulnerable people must be shown the most profound respect
August 6, 2019
Restoration of Religious Heritage
July 30, 2019
Details on the First Edition of a Pilgrimage in Honour of the Holy Family
July 17, 2019
Fasting and pilgrimage for nuclear disarmament
June 26, 2019
Most Rev. Christian Rodembourg, Bishop of Saint-Hyacinthe, will celebrate a Mass in Spanish for seasonal workers
June 18, 2019
Archbishop Lépine invites you to the Feast of Corpus Christi
May 22, 2019
Ordination of six new permanent deacons in the Catholic Church of Montreal
May 15, 2019
Priestly Ordination of Emanuel Zetino
May 15, 2019
Mass for the 377th anniversary of the foundation of Montreal
April 29, 2019
The Catholic Church of Montreal launches its new awareness campaign under the theme “Finding your way”
April 15, 2019
Fire at Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris: Statement of the Roman Catholic Archbishop of Montreal, Archbishop Christian Lépine
April 15, 2019
Traditional Good Friday Blood Drive and Holy Week Schedule at Mary Queen of the World Cathedral
April 15, 2019
Giving Blood: a feel good act!
April 11, 2019
Diocesan World Youth Day Details have been released
April 3, 2019
Class Action Request: Statement from the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Montreal
March 27, 2019
Abuse of Minors: External Audit
March 22, 2019
Assault at St. Joseph's Oratory: Statement of the Archbishop
March 20, 2019
City Hall crucifix to be removed: Statement of the Roman Catholic Archbishop of Montreal,Archbishop Christian Lépine
March 18, 2019
Saint Oscar Romero: a Conference and a Mass of Thanksgiving
January 21, 2019
Fr. Brian Boucher pleads guilty: Archdiocese responds
January 16, 2019
At least 225 young Quebecers will take part in the 34th World Youth Day in Panama
January 8, 2019
Guilty verdict rendered: Fr. Brian Boucher
2018
December 6, 2018
Two colourful celebrations in Montreal will highlight the Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe, Patroness of the Americas
November 20, 2018
Diocesan Triduum for the Feast of Christ, King of the Universe
November 14, 2018
Parish Vitality: A conference to prepare parishes for the 21st century
September 12, 2018
The Catholic Church of Montreal Announces New Website Launch
August 31, 2018
“Celebrating the churches of Montreal”, September 7, 8, and 9, 2018, an event not to be missed!
August 25, 2018
Pascale Haddad joins the team of Archdiocese of Montreal as director of Office of Faith Education
July 6, 2018
Most Rev. Luigi Bonazzi, Apostolic Nuncio to Canada, will celebrate a Mass in Spanish for seasonal workers
May 28, 2018
Archbishop Lépine to lead Corpus Christi Procession
April 18, 2018
Laura Rochford joins the team at the Archdiocese of Montreal as Financial Administrator
April 18, 2018
Archdiocese of Montreal establishes new office for Development and Planned Giving
April 16, 2018
Congratulations to Bishop Thomas Dowd – 2018 Concordia University John F. Lemieux Medal Alumni Recognition Winner
April 3, 2018
Most Reverend Christian Lépine to meet several sponsored refugee families
April 3, 2018
The Catholic Church of Montreal to Participate in the Parents and Kids Fair
March 26, 2018
Traditional Good Friday Blood Drive and Holy Week schedule at Mary Queen of the World Cathedral
January 23, 2018
Catholic Archidiocese of Montreal to receive the Relic of St. Francis Xavier
January 17, 2018
The Catholic Archidioce of Montreal invites Montrealers to pay Tribure to father Emmet "POPS" Johns
January 15, 2018
Decoding Love, a conference based on Saint John Paul II’s Theology of the Body
January 3, 2018
A historic walk to mark the 375th anniversary of Paul de Chomedey, Sieur de Maisonneuve’s raising of the cross on Mount Royal
2017
October 24, 2017
Forum for Millennials: the Catholic Church is listening
October 20, 2017
Catholic Church in Montreal opens a reception center for asylum seekers
September 27, 2017
Erika Jacinto has joined the archdiocesan team as Director of Communications and Media Relations for the Catholic Church in Montreal