The Archdiocese of Montreal could see up to half-a-million worshippers fill its 200-plus churches this year, according to projections generated by Canadian sociologist Reginald Bibby.

Formed in March 2016, Catholic Action Montreal (CAM) is emerging as an effective local network for volunteer services, spearheaded by its new executive director, Judy Wong.

The innkeeper who offered shelter to an expectant couple 2000 years ago - immortalized in the Nativity story - had no idea his gesture would serve as a benchmark for welcoming the stranger.

The forearm of the most famous missionary saint is coming to Canada, January 3 to February 2, as part of a 14-city visit organized by the Archdiocese of Ottawa, the Canadian Jesuits and Catholic Christian Outreach, a national university student movement.

"Collectif pour l'unité" received the Medal of the National Assembly at a ceremony held on Sunday, Dec. 10, crowning two years of action promoting harmonious coexistence among the Christian, Jewish and Muslim communities in Verdun.