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In March, a lawsuit challenging Bill 21 was heard by the Supreme Court of Canada regarding its impact on religious freedom and equality.

Faith has been front and center through Mexico’s World Cup run on home turf as it hosts the tournament with the United States and Canada.

With the Quebec settlement agreement, eight of 18 Latin-rite dioceses in Quebec have now settled, in whole or in part, the collective actions targeting them.

Canadian bishops urge prayers call “for the conversion of hearts and minds away from this practice” of euthanasia and assisted suicide.

“Sport should not be a distraction” from injustices but rather an “opportunity to put our differences at the service of justice, truth, and peace.”

The dicasteries for Culture and Education and for Promoting Integral Human Development and the Canadian Catholic bishops’ conference co-sponsored the meeting.

The measure, Bill C-218, proposes to amend Canada’s criminal code to permanently prohibit medical assistance in dying, or MAiD, for individuals solely living with a mental illness.

The judge’s verdict in a defamation suit brought by Cardinal Ouellet against a former lay pastoral worker is not expected for some months.

While customs may vary, Holy Week is for many a unifying moment where communities are one in their collective remembrance of God’s love for humanity.

“Churches are places of prayer, encounter, and solace for thousands of people, especially for those seeking spiritual comfort after suffering injustice.”