Christmas 2023 Dear sisters and brothers in Christ, “I’ll be home for Christmas…” This familiar Christmas song, first recorded in 1943, is written from the point of view of a soldier stationed overseas during World War II. Its lyrics express a strong sentiment of hopeful longing amidst the misery of shattered peace and global destruction.
by Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development
The Vatican has published Pope Francis’ Message for the 57th World Day of Peace, to be celebrated on January 1, 2024, with the theme “Artificial Intelligence and Peace.
Cardinal Secretary of State Pietro Parolin delivers Pope Francis' speech to delegates at the UN Climate Change Summit, urging world leaders not to postpone action any longer but to craft concrete and cohesive responses for the well-being of our common home and future generations.
“[A]s people of faith grounded in the conviction that Creation is a sacred gift from God, we are called to also transform the values of our communities and societies. Ultimately, there are no lasting changes without cultural changes.” LD 70
by Catholic Health Association of British Columbia
In specifically contemplating the Canadian MAiD experience to date, the Catholic Health Association of Manitoba believes there is a critical need for individuals and organizations to re-ignite a life-affirming approach to the care and wellbeing of all Canadians based in shared values of the dignity of the human person.