June 9, 2014

June 9, 2014
June 9, 2014 Pope's Holy Land pilgrimage both religious and political Kidnapped Canadian nun, 2 priests released unharmed Service honours dignity of those dead without shelter Red Deer principal bandages wounds, laughs at kids' jokes New deacons urged to bring joy Pope opens door to ordaining married men Priest appointments in Edmonton Archdiocese Feehan honoured for defending Catholic education ACSTA backs report urging teaching excellence Pope, patriarch express yearning for greater communion Parishes, schools make sacraments more available Sanctum marks 10 years of restoring weary spirits St. Gabriel parents win battle to save south-side school St. Brendan parents upset with abrupt school closure During the wildfire of Pentecost, the Holy Spirit sets all flesh free Palliative care motion wins Commons approval Canadian religious challenged by multicultural living situations Adoration goes back to the land Don't destroy God's creation – pope Poor will bear the brunt of climate change – bishop Filmmaker's 'camino' has been a 5-year journey Lasha Morningstar: Shunning is one form of abuse of power Dr. Gerry Turcotte: Fatherhood a gift that calls dads to love, guide, inspire Joe Gunn: Tutu brings climate change struggle to Alberta Sr. Louise Zdunich: Why is it OK for us to pray to the Virgin Mary? Fr. Ron Rolheiser: God's presence lies within us silent, almost unfelt Editorial: Africa torn by massive struggles as West shrugs in indifference Readings June 15, 2014: You become whatever you contemplate Readings June 22, 2014: Those who believe in Jesus have eternal life Vatican II: It pleased God to reveal himself to humanity