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Spreading the Good News of the Gospel to Metro Vancouver and beyond—to enlighten, inform, and encourage all people. Established 1931.
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In his first address to international media on Monday, Pope Leo XIV thanked journalists for their service to the truth and for communicating peace in difficult times. https://t.co/Yf5OVlYSfM
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When viewing the [Chosen] series, “persistence pays off,” writes Alan Charlton. https://t.co/RHiovtGLAQ
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As white smoke rose above the Sistine Chapel on Thursday morning, Archbishop J. Michael Miller, CSB, was at Sacred Heart Church in Ladner, celebrating Mass ahead of the March for Life in Victoria. https://t.co/8tC9JgL937
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The title Our Lady of Hope couldn’t be more fitting in this jubilee year. This May — traditionally devoted to the Blessed Virgin Mary — is the perfect time to reflect on our Mother’s role in this year of hope. https://t.co/OWNKhJOl5n
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Catholics across the Archdiocese of Vancouver and beyond are joining the universal Church in welcoming the election of Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost, OSA, as Pope Leo XIV — the 267th successor of St. Peter. https://t.co/OOtWpQ47xb
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An emotional interview with a local Filipino priest reveals the deep joy and surprise of having a close friend and fellow Augustinian become Pope. https://t.co/eaAmFZlrp2
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The Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops (CCCB) issued a message of joy and welcome following the Pope’s election, saying the Church in Canada joins Catholics around the world in rejoicing. https://t.co/Geh8CZ3Ma3
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As hundreds of Canadian pro-lifers filled Parliament Hill for the 2025 National March for Life, it wasn’t long before murmurs of white smoke in Rome began circulating through the crowd. https://t.co/oQhr4Kj6nW
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The Vatican announced that Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost has been elected the new pope, taking the name Pope Leo XIV. https://t.co/vcAz6p64Ho
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White smoke rose from the chimney of the Sistine Chapel Thursday evening (Rome time), signalling that the 133 cardinal electors have chosen a new pope. https://t.co/odCiArvlhg
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“It’s been the great blessing of my life to be able to exercise the priestly ministry as a bishop and to be able to do so with you,” @archbmiller told hundreds of Catholics at a dinner celebrating his priesthood and his time as Archbishop of Vancouver. https://t.co/kefyF9WVkg
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Archbishop Smith, who has been appointed the new Archbishop of Vancouver, remains the administrator of the Archdiocese of Edmonton until his formal installation in Vancouver on May 23. https://t.co/a4kCiTnCm5
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“We need a community of solidarity to support and help us as we walk through this valley of darkness,” said @archbmiller in his homily during a memorial Mass for the victims of the Lapu-Lapu tragedy, their families, and all those affected. https://t.co/lHQVetV7rf
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"I was both saddened and shocked to hear of the passing of our dear beloved Pope Francis. He had a heart for the poor, the needy, and the weak, and he spoke out for those whose voices were going unheard," writes Mark Norbury. https://t.co/YO4XhTM3xI
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Pope Benedict XVI said music can open hearts and minds to the good and beauty created by God. If so, this year’s edition of Blooms into Rooms might just have helped scores of seniors catch a glimpse of the divine. https://t.co/VPdMsF65K0
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“The Church cannot forget that she draws sustenance from the root of that good olive tree onto which have been grafted the wild shoots, the Gentiles,” said Pope St. John Paul II. https://t.co/LXyFYdGTE2
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“We are the aroma of Christ to God among those who are being saved and among those who are perishing,” wrote St. Paul. https://t.co/gDlT887ZI1
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Two things stand out about the growing shrine that appeared at the site where so many people were killed last week at the Lapu Lapu Filipino street festival. https://t.co/wTFKcQmhos
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In her diary, St. Maria Faustina shares Christ’s message of Divine Mercy, especially from Good Friday until Divine Mercy Sunday. https://t.co/6rCaliRixE
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Pro-life representation in Parliament increased following the April 29 federal election, as Canadians voted to keep the Liberal Party in power & Leader Mark Carney became the latest Catholic prime minister who does not follow Church teaching on abortion. https://t.co/l2CXeLXtWZ
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