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The Cost of Simplifying the Faith In a culture saturated with superficiality, it is tempting, even within the Church, to assume that faith formation can be simplified without consequence. In every generation, the Church faces the question of how to hand on the faith faithfully and effectively. In recent decades, however, many Catholics have begun […]

On the weekend of September 13 and 14, our beloved St. Patrick Parish reopened its doors after an extensive summer restoration. It is humbling to see our church restored to such splendor, the hand-painted sacred art on the ceilings, the sanded and refinished pews, and every detail that went into this project speak to the

Well, our little summer project is well underway! As there is so much going on and things are progressing at such a rapid rate we would like to share with you a few pictures and updates of the restoration and Sacred Art as things develop. With the church closed for the summer we have been

On Monday, June 10th — the Memorial of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Mother of the Church — we gathered under clearing skies to celebrate the dedication of the new Grotto of Our Lady of the Fields. Despite earlier downpours, dozens of people assembled joyfully outdoors for this meaningful celebration, presided over by Bishop Yvan Mathieu. Under

At the heart of our Catholic life is the celebration of the Holy Eucharist. The Mass is not only a sacred obligation—it is a gift, a moment to encounter the living God together as a community of faith. As we gather each week, here are a few thoughtful reminders to help us approach every liturgical

With great joy and deep gratitude, we join Catholics around the world in celebrating the election of Cardinal Robert Prevost as Pope Leo XIV—the first American-born pope in the history of the Catholic Church. His election marks a significant and hopeful new chapter in the life of the universal Church. A man of deep faith,

Departure from Ottawa: A Journey Begins After a year of fundraising, planning, and meetings, our group of 11 youth and three adult chaperones flew out from the Ottawa International Airport and landed in Punta Cana. We spent seven days sleeping at the Catholic Orphanage, Nuestros Pequenos Hermanos (Our Little Siblings). We were all extremely excited

Confession can feel intimidating—especially if it’s been a while. Maybe a long while. Maybe you’re thinking: “It’s been years. What will the priest say? What if I forget something? What if I cry?” But here’s the truth: Confession is not a test. It’s a sacrament of mercy. It’s a moment of grace where God meets

What are Ember Days? The Ember Days are an ancient tradition of the Church—special days of prayer, fasting, and thanksgiving that mark the changing of the seasons. Observed four times a year—during Advent, Lent, Pentecost, and September—these days call us to step away from the busyness of life and attune our hearts to God’s providence

To celebrate St. Patrick Parish’s 160th anniversary, we’re restoring the church interior in 2025, with aspirations for new art by Ukrainian iconographers. Their potential work could bring vibrant depictions of apostles and sacred symbols, enhancing our heritage space for generations.