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Bishop Joseph Interviewed by CBC News Regarding Pope Leo XIV
May 9, 2025
On May 8, Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost was elected Pope Leo XIV by the College of Cardinals, and Bishop Joseph was happy to discuss the momentous occasion with Connor Lamont … Read More
Congratulations to Pope Leo XIV
Dear Sisters and Brothers in Christ, “Habemus Papam!”With great joy and gratitude, we join the universal Church in welcoming our new Holy Father, Pope Leo XIV. In God’s good providence, … Read More
Prayers for the Conclave
May 6, 2025
Inside the conclave, cardinals vote in silence—trusting the Holy Spirit to guide them. Voting continues until a two-thirds majority is reached, signalling unity and divine discernment. After the first day, … Read More
Mass in response to the Lapu-Lapu Day festival tragedy in Vancouver
April 30, 2025
In response to the recent tragedy in Vancouver at a Lapu-Lapu Day event, a special Mass will be held on Wednesday, April 30, at 7:00 pm at St. Dunstan’s Basilica. … Read More
Statement by the Most Rev. William T. McGrattan, President of the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops on the Lapu-Lapu Filipino Festival Tragedy
April 29, 2025
Bishop McGrattan released the following statement on the Lapu-Lapu Filipino Festival Tragedy: 28 April 2025, Ottawa – As President of the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops, I join all Canadians … Read More
Congratulations to Bishop James MacDonald on his 47th anniversary of episcopal ordination and 100th birthday
April 28, 2025
Bishop Joseph wrote the following letter to Bishop James MacDonald, the 11th Bishop of our Diocese who served here from 1982 – 1991. Dear Archbishop James, On the joyful occasion … Read More
Prayer Upon the Death of Pope Francis
April 24, 2025
The publication arm of the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops have released a prayer card on the passing of Pope Francis. You can download it in English or in French. … Read More
Mass for the Repose of the Soul of Pope Francis
April 22, 2025
Please join us on Friday, April 25, 2025, at 4 p.m. as the Most Rev. Joseph Dabrowski, CSMA, Bishop of the Diocese of Charlottetown, presides over a special Mass at … Read More