This 34th World Day of the Sick on February 11, 2026 is on the theme of, the compassion of the Samaritan: loving by bearing another’s pain. Pope Leo XIV’s prayer for this day is: “Sweet Mother, do not part from me. Turn not your eyes away from me. Walk with me at every moment and…
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Week of Prayer for Christian Unity January 18-25
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…
Bishop Christian Riesbeck, CC’s Christmas Message 2025
At this Jubilee Year’s end, contemplating our lived graces and renewed hopes, may we place ourselves in joy and wonder of that moment of encounter with the long-awaited Messiah, He whom we seek and for whom our hearts long. May we hear Him say to each one of us personally in the depth of our…
Christmas Solemnities Schedule
The Nativity of the Lord – Vigil Mass – Wednesday, December 24 4pm – Saint Michael the Archangel Basilica 4pm – Saint Michael’s by-the-Sea Church (Miramichi Bay) 4pm – Église de l’Ascension (Beaverbrook) (la Messe française) 6pm – Saint Margaret’s Church 7pm – Saint Michael the Archangel Basilica The Nativity of the Lord – Mass…
Online introduction to Youth Ministry
Are you passionate about walking with young people in their journey of faith? Do you feel called to help build vibrant parish youth groups and support diocesan youth events? We invite you to join us for an online introduction to youth ministry on Tuesday, December 9, from 6:00–7:30pm. This session is designed to help you discern…
Remembrance Day
Blessed are they who have died in the Lord; let them rest from their labours for their good deeds go with them. Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon them. Loving God, have mercy on Your people, and open our hearts to peace and love. Reward all who have…
A Holy Hour of Eucharistic Adoration – 7pm Friday November 21
Join us for a peaceful hour of Eucharistic Adoration on the 7pm Friday November 21, the memorial of the Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary, to help prepare our hearts for the upcoming Advent Season and to welcome the Lord, Emmanuel, “God with us.” We invite you to spend this mostly silent time in reflection,…
Jubilee of Catechists September 26-28
The 2025 Jubilee of Catechists is a celebration that honours, inspires, and strengthens the faith of Catholic Church Catechists. The Jubilee of Catechists will take place in Rome from Friday, September 26, to Sunday, September 28, 2025. Let us honour and celebrate our Catechists in our diocese and parishes! Offered below are a prayer and…
Canadian Catholic Bishops Call to Prayer for the situation in the Holy Land
The Canadian Catholic Bishops have joined with Pope Leo XIV in calling for prayer: ‘Praying and fasting for peace in the Holy Land is both urgent and necessary at this time; it is something to which all the Catholic faithful in Canada should feel called to do, prompted by the loss of life on all…
High School Youth Rally Sunday August 17
Families with high school aged youth are welcome to a day of Christ, community, and BBQ, 12:30-6:30 Sunday August 17 at the Villa Madonna Retreat House in Rothesay, NB. Register here.
Diocese of Saint John Clergy Announcements
The Most Reverend Christian Riesbeck, CC, Bishop of Saint John, announces the following clergychanges: Fr. Daniel Melanson – Fr. Melanson has resigned as Pastor of Our Lady of the Rivers Parish in Red Bank and Sevogle for health reasons. Fr. Peter Igwe will continue to serve as the Parochial Administrator of Our Lady of the…