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Bishop Fabbro reflects on the first month of Lent, our hunger for God and how "Lent is intended to be a sacred time when we discover anew who we are in Christ and recommit ourselves to our consecration in him"

Updated directives for parishes in the Diocese from Bishop Fabbro

Updated directives and additional information for parishioners and communities in the Diocese.

The following directives include the temporary suspension of all public Masses in our diocese, restrictions on the celebration of the other sacraments and church and office closures.

Bishop Fabbro announced today that all Masses shall be cancelled for the weekend of March 14-15.

Prudent changes to the Liturgy and a request for prayers are outlined in an update from Bishop Fabbro sent out today.

Julian Paparella reflects on the legacy of Jean Vanier. The deeply disturbing revelations show us why, while we can no longer admire the man, we can continue to champion what he advocated and renew our faith in God.

The Response of the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops to the tabling of Bill C-7: “An Act to amend the Criminal Code (medical assistance in dying)”

The Diocese of London is monitoring the current situation and will make decisions about changes to liturgical practice, such as restricting the handshake during the Sign of Peace, at the recommendation of local public health units.