Archdiocese of Ottawa

CCCB Plenary (18-09-23)

POPE FRANCIS – THE WORLD DAY OF PRAYER FOR THE CARE OF CREATION
In his message on the  World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation (Sept. 1), Pope Francis thanks the Lord for the gift of our common home and for all people of good will who are committed to protecting it. He also acknowledges that we have not succeeded in responsibly protecting creation and that more needs to be done.  His message includes a focus on the protection of water. 

World Meeting of Families in Dublin & the Testimony of Archbishop Vigano
(18-09-01)

Floods in Kerela, India  
In response to inquiries from some bishops, Development and Peace has informed us that it has allocated $50,000 to provide rapid assistance to the most vulnerable and marginalized flood victims and to support its partner Caritas India, who is already on the ground helping those most affected. To make a donation, please click on the following link (donation page).
 
Also, Development and Peace – Caritas Canada has published a news article regarding the devastating floods in Kerala, India: Development and Peace - Caritas Canada extends a helping hand to those affected by devastating floods in Kerala, India

9th ANNUAL PILGRIMAGE TO ST-JOSEPH’S ORATORY from the Dioceses of Ottawa, Gatineau, Pembroke, Mont Laurier, Alexandria/Cornwall and Kingston with a special visit to the Chapel and Museum of St-Marguerite Bourgeoys (foundress of Congregation of Notre-Dame) on Sunday, October 14, 2018. St. Marguerite Bourgeoys was canonized by Pope John Paul II on October 31, 1982.   Information :  Mike Budge 613 224-8110.

SEASON OF CREATION – SEPTEMBER 1 TO OCTOBER 4
The Season of Creation begins on September 1 – The World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation.  The Green Churches Network has prepared a resource to help us give thanks to God for the gift of creation and to show care for it.

ACBO Statement concerning Health Curriculum

Pope's Prayer Intention for September 

Universal: Young People in Africa
That young people in Africa may have access to education and work in their own countries.

To report suspected sexual abuse or misconduct, contact the Diocesan Safe Environment Office
by e-mail at 
safeenvironment@archottawa.ca  

My video Q&A with Bishop Barron about the sexual abuse crisis

As a follow up, Bishop Barron also recorded this short video on why now is NOT the time to flee the Church, but time to fight on behalf of the victims.​​​​​​​

Statement from the CCCB on the findings of the Pennsylvania Investigating Grand Jury (18-08-20)

Pope Francis: Letter to the People of God (full text) - Vatican News (18-08-20)

PRENDERGAST: Going forward, it’s important to seek the truth no matter how painful or shameful it is (18-08-19)

Vatican responds to Pennsylvania Grand Jury abuse report - Vatican News (18-08-16)

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