Pentecost, celebrated fifty days after Easter, commemorates the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the apostles and Mary in the upper room in Jerusalem, as described in Acts 2. This event marks the birth of the Christian Church, empowering the apostles to preach the Gospel in various languages and spread Christianity worldwide. Pentecost is often […]

Saint Paul VI (1897–1978), born Giovanni Battista Montini, was the Pope from 1963 to 1978. He is best known for his leadership during the final stages of the Second Vatican Council, guiding the Church through its profound reforms. Paul VI continued the work of the Council, emphasizing ecumenism, interfaith dialogue, and the renewal of liturgy. […]

The Visitation of the Blessed Virgin Mary, celebrated on May 31, honours the moment when Mary, pregnant with Jesus, visited her cousin Elizabeth, who was pregnant with John the Baptist. In this encounter, Elizabeth’s baby leapt in her womb, recognizing the presence of the Saviour. Filled with the Holy Spirit, Elizabeth praised Mary as the […]

The Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops (CCCB) has decreed that this is a Holy Day of Solemnity to be observed in Canada.

Saints Marcellinus and Peter were early Christian martyrs who were executed during the reign of Emperor Diocletian in the 3rd century. Marcellinus, a pope, and Peter, a layman, were arrested for refusing to renounce their faith. Despite their imprisonment and suffering, they remained steadfast in their belief. They were eventually executed—Marcellinus by beheading and Peter […]

Saint Charles Lwanga and his companions were a group of 22 Ugandan martyrs who were executed between 1885 and 1887 for their Christian faith under the orders of King Mwanga II. Charles Lwanga, a catechist and the leader of the group, is recognized for his courage in protecting the young men of the royal court […]

The Most Holy Trinity is a central doctrine in Christianity, describing the nature of God as three distinct persons in one divine essence: God the Father, God the Son (Jesus Christ), and God the Holy Spirit. Each person is fully and equally God, yet there is only one God, not three. This mystery reflects God's […]

Saint Boniface (c. 675–754), known as the "Apostle to the Germans," was an English missionary and bishop who played a pivotal role in the spread of Christianity in Germany and northern Europe. He was sent by Pope Gregory II to evangelize the Germanic tribes, establishing churches, monasteries, and schools. Boniface is most famous for his […]

Saint Norbert (c. 1080–1134) was a German priest and the founder of the Premonstratensian order, also known as the Norbertines. After a dramatic conversion experience, he dedicated his life to the service of God, promoting reform within the Church. Norbert emphasized a life of prayer, community, and service, and his order was committed to both […]