“Abound in hope!” This powerful message from St. Paul’s Letter to the Romans is the theme for National Family and Life Week 2025, which begins on Sunday, May 11^th, and concludes on Sunday, May 18^th.

A dedicated memorial page on the Montreal diocesan website honours Pope Francis’ life and papacy, featuring biographical information, curated content on his papal ministry, local celebrations, messages from the Archbishop, and ongoing updates reflecting the diocesan community’s response.

Monday, April 21 2025

Saint Patrick’s Basilica will host a solemn prayer service and commemorative Mass for the repose of the soul of His Holiness Pope Francis on Fri., Apr. 25, 2025, beginning at 11 a.m.

Following the Holy See's announcement of the death of Pope Francis on Easter Monday, April 21, Archbishop Christian Lépine invites the faithful to unite in both thanksgiving and sorrow.