The Week of Prayer for Christian Unity is a global ecumenical observance, during which Christians of all denominations and ecclesial communities are invited to pray for the unity of all of the baptized; to meditate together on Sacred Scripture; to participate in jointly-organized worship services; and to undertake together acts of charity and fellowship. The…
Month: January 2026
Special Jubilee Year on this 8th centenary of Saint Francis of Assisi
Pope Leo XIV has proclaimed a special Year of Saint Francis to commemorate the 800th anniversary of the saint’s death. From the decree: “Whilst the fruits of grace of the Ordinary Jubilee of the year 2025 that has just ended, in which we have all been spurred to become pilgrims of this hope that does…
Steubenville Atlantic Youth Conference July 10-12 2026 – Register Now!
Calling all high schoolers! Jesus meets our deepest longing for meaning, joy, and love. Join hundreds of Catholic teens at Steubenville Atlantic in Halifax, July 10–12, 2026, and encounter the transforming love of Christ. Rising grade 9s through graduating grade 12s are welcome to attend with our group. Steubenville Atlantic is a high-energy youth conference…
High School Youth Retreat March 6-8 at the Villa Madonna
March Break High School Youth Retreat! From Friday, March 6 to Sunday, March 8, youth are invited to spend two nights at the Villa Madonna, growing in faith, friendship, and community. See the posters in the Basilica and register with Patricia Lee at catechesis@dioceseofsaintjohn.org ($125/person).