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Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops Plenary Assembly 2026 Recap

Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops — Tue, 29 Sep 2026 20:23:00 GMT

From September 21 to 25, 2026, the Catholic Bishops of Canada gathered in Montreal, Quebec, for the annual CCCB Plenary Assembly. The Plenary Assembly is the principal deliberative and decision-making body of the Conference, bringing together bishops from across the country in prayer, discussion, and shared pastoral reflection.

Diocese of Victoria Catechists Celebrate Completing CGS Level 1 Training

chancery@rcdvictoria.org (The Office of the Chancery) — Tue, 25 Aug 2026 22:56:36 GMT

13 Catechists from the Diocese of Victoria recently earned their Catechesis of the Good Shepherd (CGS) Level 1 Certificate.

CWL Convention Collection Supports the Lions Food Bank

Michael Newman — Tue, 11 Aug 2026 19:00:22 GMT

The 79th Annual CWL Provincial Convention was held June 18–20, 2026, in Sidney, British Columbia, raising a generous $1,359.22 in support of the Lions Food Bank.

Bishop Gary Gordon's Message for the 2026 DPPS Spring Plenary

SampleHubSpotUser@hubspot.com (Bishop Gary Gordon) — Tue, 14 Jul 2026 23:22:02 GMT

Catholic Women's League Provincial 2026 Convention

Michael Newman — Tue, 07 Jul 2026 23:38:10 GMT

This past month we had the honor of sponsoring the Catholic Women's League Provincial Convention being held in Sidney, BC. Hosted by the Saanich Peninsula CWL Council at St. Elizabeth’s Parish, the gathering welcomed over 200 members from across the region, spanning from Whitehorse, YT to Sparwood, BC, for their 79th Annual Meeting of Members, celebrating the warmth of the CWL sisterhood and the important work these faith-filled women do in service to our communities.

The weekend was filled with an excellent lineup of inspiring speakers, covering topics that ranged from the growing reality of the "poverty of loneliness" to the need for women of faith to provide leadership in the age of AI. One notable speech that fired up the members was delivered by CWL National President, Betty Colaneri.

Passing The Light: A Year End Mass Celebration for St. Andrew's Graduates

Diocese of Victoria — Tue, 23 Jun 2026 23:48:25 GMT

As we reach the end of the school year, we recognize all the hard work of the students of St. Andrew’s Regional High School, and in a special way, this year's Grade 12 graduates. Their graduation marks an important milestone shaped by learning, friendship, faith, and growth in Catholic education.

Pope Leo XIV's First Encyclical: Magnifica Humanitas

Vatican News — Tue, 26 May 2026 00:11:38 GMT

In his first encyclical letter, Magnifica Humanitas, Pope Leo XIV calls for the safeguarding of humanity in the age of artificial intelligence. Recognizing AI and other technologies as the res novae of our time, The Holy Father reflects on the anthropological and ethical considerations of advanced technologies, and appeals for these tools to be used in service to humanity.

Pastoral Appointments

chancery@rcdvictoria.org (The Office of the Chancery) — Tue, 05 May 2026 16:46:15 GMT

After prayerful discernment, and in collaboration with the Diocesan Personnel Committee, we wish to make the following pastoral appointment announcements:

The Year of St. Francis

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 23:34:59 GMT

The Vatican has recently announced that 2026 will be the Year of St. Francis. This year marks eight centuries since the death of St. Francis of Assisi, a saint known for his embrace of poverty and humility, for his acts of service, and for his love of the environment and all creation.

Bishop Gary Gordon's message for Easter 2026

SampleHubSpotUser@hubspot.com (Bishop Gary Gordon) — Tue, 31 Mar 2026 18:05:02 GMT