On this 1st Saturday of June let us ask the Blessed Virgin Mary to intercede for us through her Immaculate Heart that we may be drawn closer to the Sacred Heart of her Son, Jesus Christ.
At this year’s Canadian Catholic School Trustees’ Association AGM, OCSTA Executive Director and Past President Patrick Daly receivied from MLA Kevin Goertzen a Manitoba medal for his many years of service and effective advocacy as a trustee. @CCSTAconnect#onted #catholiceducation
During Catholic Education Week (May 3 – 8, 2026), we give thanks for the gift of publicly funded Catholic Education in our province. To indicate your support of Catholic education and sign-up for email updates, visit: https://t.co/c9pgk1oaxH. #CEW2026
On this first day of Catholic Education Week, students, staff, trustees and families across Ontario celebrate the sub-theme: "Peace be With You"
“…peace is not simply the absence of noise or conflict. It is the deep assurance that God is present and at work, even when the day feels overwhelming. It is the peace that reminds us that we do not work alone.” Pope Leo XIV>
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We are pleased to co-lead an engagement session today with the provincial government bringing together our Board of Directors, Public, Catholic and Francophone School Board Chairs, government officials and education partners including @CASSalberta and @asboalberta#ABed
Today I welcomed six Grade 6 students from Eve Molina’s class at Holy Child School to my suite as part of School At The Legislature. Ms. Molina should be proud: they asked excellent questions, including one about reconciliation—a topic that is especially important to me.
One year ago today, on Monday in the Octave of Easter, Pope Francis passed away.
Today we remember his life, legacy, and faithful service to the Church. Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon him. May he rest in peace. Amen.
GOD, THANK YOU FOR YOUR SACRIFICE ON THE CROSS. YOU TOOK WHAT SHOULD HAVE BEEN MY PUNISHMENT UPON YOUR SON...HELP ME TO REFLECT THOSE QUALITIES TO THOSE AROUND ME. IN JESUS' NAME, AMEN.💖🙏💖🙏💖
As presented in the Catechism of the Catholic Church (CCC 1832), the fruits of the Holy Spirit are perfections formed in the soul by the sanctifying action of the Holy Spirit. They serve as the first fruits of eternal glory and are traditionally enumerated as twelve, drawing from Sacred Scripture and the long-standing interpretation of the Church Fathers. These fruits are charity, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, generosity, gentleness, faithfulness, modesty, self-control, and chastity.
Charity is the supernatural love of God above all things and of neighbor for the sake of God, expressed in selfless service and sacrifice.
Joy is a deep interior gladness that arises from union with God and the possession of divine truths, enduring even amid suffering.
Peace is the tranquility of soul that results from justice, harmony with God and others, and the ordering of all things according to the divine will.
Patience is the virtue of long-suffering, enabling one to endure trials, delays, and provocations with serenity and without complaint.
Kindness is benevolent compassion and mildness in dealing with others, reflecting the tender mercy of Christ.
Goodness is moral excellence and uprightness of life, shown through generous and beneficial actions toward others.
Generosity is the readiness to share material and spiritual goods freely, with an open and liberal heart.
Gentleness is a mild and humble strength, expressed in courteous and non-threatening conduct that avoids harshness.
Faithfulness is steadfast loyalty and reliability in fulfilling duties to God and to others, rooted in trust in divine promises.
Modesty is the virtue that regulates external behavior, dress, and demeanor with decency, humility, and propriety.
Self-control is the mastery over passions and desires, allowing one to live with discipline and temperance.
Chastity is the proper integration and purity of sexuality according to one’s state in life, preserving the dignity of the body and soul.
These twelve fruits manifest visibly in the life of a soul docile to the Holy Spirit and cooperating with grace, particularly through the seven gifts received in Confirmation. They distinguish the Christian character and bear witness to the indwelling presence of the Third Person of the Trinity.
What a wonderful time our trustees had at last night's Catholic Ed Talk with Dr. Dan Guernsey of the The Cardinal Newman Society and Ave Maria University in Florida. Thank you Dr. Guernsey for a wonderful presentation on our mission as Catholic leaders!