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Vineyard June 2010 Page 1
- Class of 2010 celebrates graduation Full Story

Vineyard June 2010 Page 2
- Diocese loses man of intrepid energy and faith
- Founder honoured on 75th anniversary of CYO
- The Environment Full Story

Vineyard June 2010 Page 3
- 12,500 join March for Life
- Youth big part of March for Life
- COLF supports Roxanne’s Law Full Story

Vineyard June 2010 Page 4
- Women of Peace and Hope—In the Footsteps of Mary Full Story

Vineyard June 2010 Page 5
- Board Emphasizes importance of Catholic education to CWL
- St. Alexander, Fonthill ran Alpha course
- Students spend semester with Wells of Hope Full Story

Vineyard June 2010 Page 6
- St. Alfred hosts deacon ordinations Full Story

Vineyard June 2010 Page 7
- D’Souza tells grads they can have positive impact on the world Full Story

Vineyard June 2010 Page 8
- Dédicace de l’église Sacré-Coeur
- Cher Jésus Full Story

Vineyard June 2010 Page 9
- Youth ministry certificate courses held at Catholic Centre Full Story

Vineyard June 2010 Page 10
- St. Mary, Welland marks 100th anniversary
- Joining the Catholic faith: RCIA candidate reflection
- Senior Matters Retirement: another phase in the journey of life Full Story

Vineyard June 2010 Page 11
- THE BULLETIN BOARD Full Story

Vineyard June 2010 Page 12
- Cardinal Ouellet addresses March for Life crowd
- Living Rosary exercise in piety for St. Ann, Fenwick students Full Story

Vineyard April 2010 Page 1
- Celebrating Catholic Education
- Administrator named to run diocese Full Story

Vineyard April 2010 Page 2
- Bishop Wingle resigns as shepherd of the diocese
- Deacon Bill ministers to the elderly
- Holy Cross hosts school council conference
- St. Michael student wins award Full Story

Vineyard April 2010 Page 3
- Fr. Joe cried the gospel all his life
- Save the Children open temporary classrooms in Haiti Full Story

Vineyard April 2010 Page 4
LIFE MATTERS
- Fr. David Mainse addresses right to life AGM
- Pro-Life Club attends March for Life
- National March for Life
- Hannah House ministers to young women Full Story

Vineyard April 2010 Page 5
- In Memoriam - Brother Gabriel Murray
- Students experience life in developing world
- Niagara Falls native marks 50 years in religious life Full Story

Vineyard April 2010 Page 6
- Young and old attend Respect fpr Life Mass
- French parishes support Life
- What the deacon has "up his sleeve" Full Story

Vineyard April 2010 Page 7
- RCIA: neophytes continue their journey of faith
- Knights raise funds for hospital Full Story

Vineyard April 2010 Page 8
Retour aux sources Full Story

Vineyard April 2010 Page 9
Students raise funds for children in Haiti
Full Story

Vineyard April 2010 Page 10
- Walk-a-thon raises $1,000
- Knowing God Even Bette
- Maltese Archbishop to visit diocese Full Story

Vineyard April 2010 Page 11
The Bulletin Board Full Story

Vineyard April 2010 Page 12
Diocesan budget 2010 Full Story

Vineyard February 2010 Page 1
- Niagara catholic answers call for help to Haiti
- Bishop's Gala honours Catholic educators Full Story

Vineyard February 2010 Page 2
- Bishop Wingle : Ashes remind us to embrace practice of penance and prayer
- Diocesan response to needs in Haitian crisis extraordinary
- Deacon Jack enjoys working in hospital setting
- In Memoriam - Sister Mary Victorine Deley Full Story

Vineyard February 2010 Page 3
LIFE MATTERS
- New voice enters public debate on euthanasia
- Ontario Bishops reject gender course
- Annual Diocesan Respect for Life Mass Full Story

Vineyard February 2010 Page 4
- Share Lent: A time to share life
- D & P partners in Columbian aid organization
- D & P heavily involved in Haitian relief Full Story

Vineyard February 2010 Page 5
- Campaign 2010 - CCODP Share Lent Collections
- Archbishop Fournier reflects on visit to Central Africa Full Story

Vineyard February 2010 Page 6
- Bishop's Gala raises funds for Haiti
- Niagara Catholic Education Award of Distinction Full Story

Vineyard February 2010 Page 7
- Father Mulligan honoured for dedication to Catholic education
- Sacred Heart Sisters brought French Catholic education to Niagara Full Story

Vineyard February 2010 Page 8
- Nos pionières de l'éducation catholiques
- La reconstruction, on s'y connaît Full Story

Vineyard February 2010 Page 9
- St. Catharines Serrans host conference
- The Canadian Certificate in Youth Ministry Studies
- Loretto Sisters of the Institute of the Blessed Virgin Mary Full Story

Vineyard February 2010 Page 10
- Caledonia Parish has served faithful for 160 years
- Alzheimer's on rise in Niagara Full Story

Vineyard February 2010 Page 11
- The Bulletin Board
- Mount Carmel Spiritual Centre
- Refugee Centres Full Story

Vineyard February 2010 Page 12
- Soup'sOn! delights with variety and taste
- Cahill honoured with hall of fame award
- Net team wows confirmation candidates
- Caledonia Knights raise funds for hospital Full Story

Vineyard December 2009 Page 1
- Diocese marks anniversaries
- Information about the 77th annual broadcast of Midnight Mass Full Story

Vineyard December 2009 Page 2
- From the Bishop's Desk - The Mystery of Christmas marks the entry of God into our lives
- 7th Annual Bishop's gala
- Deacon Yvon persevered through adversity Full Story

Vineyard December 2009 Page 3
- Life - The story behind the picture
- The impact of abortion on women
- What is euthanasia Full Story

Vineyard December 2009 Page 4
Couples help diocese mark anniversary Full Story

Vineyard December 2009 Page 5
- Priest, Sisters and Religious Orders celebrate anniversaries
- The Canadian Certificate in Youth Ministry Studies
- Harvest of Hope update
- Valentines Dinner - A Celebration of Life & Love
- Refugee Centres Full Story

Vineyard December 2009 Page 6
Diocesan Anniversary Celebration Part 1 Full Story

Vineyard December 2009 Page 7
Diocesan Anniversary Celebration Part 2 Full Story

Vineyard December 2009 Page 8
- Retour de L'Inde
- C'est la mission du Seigneur Full Story

Vineyard December 2009 Page 9
- Out of the Cold
- Creating age-friendly communities
- St. Elizabeth celebrates 70th anniversary Full Story

Vineyard December 2009 Page 10
St. Catharines Right to Life Dinner Full Story

Vineyard December 2009 Page 11
The Bulletin Board Full Story

Vineyard December 2009 Page 12
Faithful gather to celebrate 51st anniversary of diocese Full Story

Vineyard November 2009 Page 1
- NCDSB honours priests of the diocese
- Deacon enjoys hospital ministry
- Prayer for priests Full Story

Vineyard November 2009 Page 2
- From the Bishop's Desk - Feast days celebrate those who have died in Christ
- Brant Halldimand Norfolk hold service recognition dinner
- RCIA entering the period of the Catechumenate
- Harvest of Hope update
- National March for Life
Full Story

Vineyard November 2009 Page 3
Life Matters - Church is defender of all human life Full Story

Vineyard November 2009 Page 4
- Out of the Cold opens its doors to the marginalized of society
- Out of the Cold schedules 2009-10
- D&P provides relief to disaster victims
- Ozanam Centre benefits from birthday bash Full Story

Vineyard November 2009 Page 5
- Cathedral seniors club marks 10th anniversary
- Refugee Centres Full Story

Vineyard November 2009 Page 6
High schools raise over $200,000 for Global South Full Story

Vineyard November 2009 Page 7
- Annual pilgrimages draw 4,000 students, staff and parents
- Knights rooted in principles of charity, unity, fraternity and patriotism
Full Story

Vineyard November 2009 Page 8
- De la grande visite au Canada
- Neuf couples célèbrent 60 ans de marriage Full Story

Vineyard November 2009 Page 9
- Kids Helping Kids raises $46,000 for NPCC
- Vacation Bible School enjoys successful summer
- Candlelight Christmas Concert - Mount Carmel Full Story

Vineyard November 2009 Page 10
- 7th Annual Bishop's Gala
- The environment - Tap water the safest
- St. Teresa, Long Beach says "thanks" to summer musician
- Salt +Light Television Full Story

Vineyard November 2009 Page 11
- The Bulletin Board
- Mt. Carmel Spiritual Centre Full Story

Vineyard November 2009 Page 12
- Mother Teresa Elementary and Star of the Sea partner in Power of Prayer initiative
- Loretto Elementary celebrates 10th anniversary
- St. Elizabeth School and Parish mark anniversaries Full Story

vineyard October 2009 Page 1
- Year for Priests celebrates call to service
- St. John Vianney Patron of Priests
- Mass for the celebration of the 51st anniversary of the Diocese of St. Catharines Full Story

vineyard October 2009 Page 2
- Out of the Cold announces schedules
- Bob and Pirjo both minister to those in need
- Harvest of Hope Update (Capital Campaign)
- High School Pilgrimage Sunday October 25, 2008 Full Story

Vineyard October 2009 Page 3
- Bishop installs diaconate candidates as acolytes
- Cardinal Hummes invites deacons to reflect on ministries of word & charity
- What is God’s plan for you? Full Story

Vineyard October 2009 Page 4
- Sacramental prep programs nurture faith
- St. Thomas More offers three music course
- RCIA: A personal reflection
- Jesuit to address Distinguished Speaker Night
- Marriage Encounter: making a good marriage better Full Story

Vineyard October 2009 Page 5
- St. Ann, Walpole has served rural Haldimand for 145 year
- Grade 1 class meets pen pal
- St. Mary, Hagersville forms high school organization Full Story

Vineyard October 2009 Page 6
- Bishop Grecco installed as Bishop of Charlottetown
- Diocesan young people attend Midland Youth Rally Full Story

vineyard October 2009 Page 7
- Vatican clarifies teaching on abortion
- Kill the pain, not the patient Full Story

vineyard October 2009 Page 8
- Jubilé d’or au Sacré-Coeur
- Retreat ends Rosary Circle season Full Story

Vineyard October 2009 Page 9
Start Me Up Niagara anticipates positive year in new location Full Story

Vineyard October 2009 Page 10
- Thomas Berry leaves environmental legacy
- Karsh stresses care for the earth in D&P address
- D&P workshop features prominent Columbian as speaker
- North-end schools host Fair Trade evening
- Port Colborne knights raise funds fo wheelchair foundation Full Story

Vineyard October 2009 Page 11
-The Bulletin Board Full Story

Vineyard October 2009 Page 12
- Father Patrick Fogarty Peace Garden blessed
- Bishop Wingle consecrates cemetary
- The Society of St. Vincent de Paul Full Story

Vineyard June 2009 Page 1
NCDSB graduates the "CLASS" of 2009 Full Story

Vineyard June 2009 Page 2
- Year of the Priest begins in Junse
- Msgr. Pizzacaala marks 50 years in the priesthood
- Serra Club of St. Catharines holds first annual dinner/dance Full Story

Vineyard June 2009 Page 3
- A record 12,000 people attend March for Life in Ottawa
- Padgett's chastity message faith-filled and humorous Full Story

Vineyard June 2009 Page 4
- Mystagogy: Preparation for the ongoing journey
- School council holds spring convention
- NET facilitates youth retreats in diocese Full Story

Vineyard June 2009 Page 5
- The long and winding road to the diaconate
- K of C Council 1394 marks 100th anniversary
- Mount Carmel Spiritual Centre Full Story

Vineyard June 2009 Page 6
- Bishop urges grads to prize their Catholic education
- Director thanks staff for their dedication Full Story

Vineyard June 2009 Page 7
Youth Rally: faith, fun and friendship Full Story

Vineyard June 2009 Page 8
- Une éducation dans la foi pas ordinaire
- Vingt-cinquième anniversaire Sanctuaire du Rosaire – 1984-2009
- Premiėre communion à l'Immaculée-Conception
- 25 ans de sacerdoce Full Story

Vineyard June 2009 Page 9
- Redemptoristine Sisters leaving Fort Erie
- Drop-in-centre moves to new location
- Harvest of Hope Update Full Story

Vineyard June 2009 Page 10
Port Colborne given Fair Trade status Full Story

Vineyard June 2009 Page 11
The Bulletin Board Full Story

Vineyard June 2009 Page 12
CWL Convention - Women of Peace and Hope - Rooted in Faith Full Story

Vineyard April, 2009 Page 1
- May 3-8 marks Catholic Education Week
- NCDSB names board room in honour of Father Burns Full Story

Vineyard April, 2009 Page 2
- Bishop's Message - In bad times Christians continue to celebrate the glory of Easter
- Bishop urges Catholics to turn back the culture of death Full Story

Vineyard April, 2009 Page 3
- Living our faith and pro-life in a secular world
- St. Gianna Beretta Molla "Mother of the Family" Full Story

Vineyard April, 2009 Page 4
- Out of the Cold numbers continue to grow
- Wake-a-thon raises funds for Out of the Cold
- Harvest of Hope update
- Student attend Diocesan leaders day
- Youth Ministry - What's Happening Full Story

Vineyard April, 2009 Page 5
- Canada behind in environmental matters
- Not for Sale tour highlights modern slavery
- Loretto Sisters 400th Anniversary Events - 2009 Full Story

Vineyard April, 2009 Page 6
School Board dedicates rooms to religious orders
- Loretto Sisters
- Sisters of St. Joseph
- The Felician Sisters Full Story

Vineyard April, 2009 Page 7
- Holy Cross Community
- Holy Cross Sisters
- Sisters of St. Martha
- Vincentian Sister of Charity Full Story

Vineyard April, 2009 Page 8
- Destination: Rajket
- Honeur à saint Joseph

Full Story

Vineyard April, 2009 Page 9
- Talk on religious life eye opener for Lakeshore students
- Diaconate candidates certified as Ship Welfare Visitors Full Story

Vineyard April, 2009 Page 10
- Easter Vigil is highlight of RCIA journey
- Local shrine celebrates Silver Jubilee
- A gift that gives back Full Story

Vineyard April, 2009 Page 11
The Bulletin Board Full Story

Vineyard April, 2009 Page 12
Diocesan Budget, 2009 Full Story

Vineyard March, 2009 Page 1
- St. Kevin's hosts Souper Bowl of fundraisers
- In Memoriam - Msgr. Jack Cartwright
- Cracker Jack Jack! - Where do we find another like you? Full Story

Vineyard March, 2009 Page 2
- Bishop Wingle - Lent a season of new life, prayer and giving
- Msgr. Jack served until the end
- Knights give $100,000 to Wells of Hope
- Harvest of Hope update

Full Story

Vineyard March, 2009 Page 3
Life Matters
- Vatican issues document on biomedical research
- Alliance for Life launches TV ads
- Annual Diocesan Respect for Life Mass Full Story

Vineyard March, 2009 Page 4
Share Lent 2009 Full Story

Vineyard March, 2009 Page 5
- CCOPD news
- In Memoriam Full Story

Vineyard March, 2009 Page 6
- Bishop's Gala aids Niagara Foundation for Catholic Education
- Many thanks to the Knights of Columbus Full Story

Vineyard March, 2009 Page 7
- Board honours Sacred Heart Sisters
- Niagara Catholic Education Award of Distinction Full Story

Vineyard March, 2009 Page 8
- Répétez, s'il vous plaît
- Échos d'une retraite
- La Sanctuaire du Rosaire a 25 ans Full Story

Vineyard March, 2009 Page 9
- Family gives up Christmas gifts to aid orphanage
- Society of St. Vincent de Paul active in St. Catharines
- ...soup, continued from page 1
- Team members share experiences at workshop Full Story

Vineyard March, 2009 Page 10
- Senior Matters - Listen to their stories
- The Environment - Greening of the Vatican Full Story

Vineyard March, 2009 Page 11
The Bulletin Board Full Story

Vineyard March, 2009 Page 12
Loretto Sisters celebrate 400 years of service 1609 - 2009 Full Story

Vineyard December, 2008 Page 1
- Anniversary couples help diocese celebrate its jubilee
- Long time communications consultant to bishops called home by the Lord
- Midnight Mass Full Story

Vineyard December, 2008 Page 2
- Bishop Wingle - Look to God in troubled times
- Harvest of Hope update
- 6th annual Bishop's Gala Full Story

Vineyard December, 2008 Page 3
- Anniversary couples honoured at the 50th anniversary Mass
- St. Catharines Right to Life Dinner
- Rite of Election Full Story

Vineyard December, 2008 Page 4
- Out of the Cold
- Silence ego, hear Go's voice Full Story

Vineyard December, 2008 Page 5
-Development and Peace renews pressure on Canadian mining
-Birthright Niagara marks 35th anniversary
- Catholic students design Christmas cards Full Story

Vineyard December, 2008 Page 6
Couples gathered at the cathedral for anniversary celebrations Full Story

Vineyard December, 2008 Page 7
Couples gathered at the cathedral for anniversary celebrations Full Story

Vineyard December, 2008 Page 8
Additional couples celebrating anniveraries Full Story

Vineyard December, 2008 Page 9
The Bulletin Board Full Story

Vineyard December, 2008 Page 10
- The Bulletin Board
- Refugee and Spiritual Centres
- $200,000 raised in high school pilgrimages

Full Story

Vineyard December, 2008 Page 11
- Hotel Dieu/Shaver draws trustees from across community
- Crocco named director by NCDSB Full Story

Vineyard December, 2008 Page 12
Clergy, religious mark significant anniversaries Full Story

Diocesan 50th anniversary edition - Page 1
50 Years of ministering to the people of God Full Story

Diocesan 50th anniversary edition - Page 2
Recalling past years, looking to our future - A message from Bishop Wingle Full Story

Diocesan 50th anniversary edition - Page 3
First bishop installed in new Diocese of St. Catharines Full Story

Diocesan 50th anniversary edition - Page 4
Anniversary Mass and dinner mark establishment of diocese Part 1 Full Story

Diocesan 50th anniversary edition - Page 5
Anniversary Mass and dinner mark establishment of diocese Part 2 Full Story

Diocesan 50th anniversary edition - Page 6
Parishes of the Diocese Part 1 Full Story

Diocesan 50th anniversary edition - Pages 7
Parishes of the Diocese Part 2 Full Story

Diocesan 50th anniversary edition - Pages 8 & 9
We have been blessed in our shepherds
- Diocesan Coat of arms
- Diocesan Crest
- Catholic Centre
- Bishop Thomas J. McCarthy 1958-1978
- Bishop Thomas B. Fulton 1974-1994
- Bishop John A. O'Mara 1994-2002
- Bishop James M. Wingle 2002-
- Map of St. Catharines Diocese
- Full Story

Diocese 50th anniversary edition - page 10
Francophone parishes thriving communities for 88 years Full Story

Diocese 50th anniversary edition - page 11
Diocesan Organizations Part 3
- Catholic Women's League
- Daughters of Isabella/ Filles d'Isabelle
- Right to Life
Full Story

Diocese 50th anniversary edition - page 12
Diocesan Organizations Part 2
- Knights of Columbus
- Holy Name Society
- Marriage Encounter
- Retrouvaille
- Marriage Preparation
- Legion of Mary
- Refugee Committee
- Engaged Encounter Full Story

Diocese 50th anniversary edition - page 13
Diocesan Organizations Part 1
- Society of St. Vincent de Paul
- Out of the Cold Harvest Kitchen
- Canadian Catholic Organization for Development and Peace
- Hotel Dieu/Shaver Hospital
- Sisters of St. Joseph
- Mt. Carmel Home for the Aged Full Story

Diocese 50th anniversary edition - page 14
Ministries of the Diocesan Catholic Centre
- Chancery
- Harvest of Hope
- Marriage Tribunal
- Archives
- Permanent Diaconate Program
- Office of Evangelization
- Office of Religious Education
- Youth Ministry Full Story

Diocese 50th anniversary edition - page 15
- Catholic Education
- Mt Carmel Spiritual Centre
- Loretto Full Story

Diocesan 50th anniversary edition - Page 16
St. Patrick, Niagara Falls celebrates 150 years Full Story

October 2008 Page 1
- World Youth gather for their special Day
- Diocese of St. Catharines 50th Anniversary Full Story

October 2008 Page 2
- Catholic Centre holds open house
- Out of the cold facing difficult year
- 2007-2008 Bishop's Award recipients announced
- Birthright Niagara Marks 35th anniversary Full Story

October 2008 Page 3
Life Matters
- Pro-life blossom at Catholic high schools
- Life Chain protests abortion Full Story

October 2008 Page 4
- Scholarship rewards students active in social justice
- Faith communities topic of Distinguished Speaker Night Full Story

October 2008 Page 5
- An open letter to Catholic educators
- Deacons elect new executive
- Korsmit honoured for volunteer work Full Story

October 2008 Page 6
- World Youth Day Australia 2008 Full Story

October 2008 Page 7
- Music team attends colloquium
- Pilgrims united across the world at youth rally
- "He made a joyful noise unto the Lord" Full Story

October 2008 Page 8
- Les fruits du Congrès eucharistique
- Souvenirs de La Louisiane Full Story

October 2008 Page 9
- Pilgrims follow in the footsteps of Sts. Peter and Paul
- West end knights celebrate 40th anniversary Full Story

October 2008 Page 10
- Book Review - Orthodox patriarch invites dialogue
- Vacation Bible School grads volunteer to help out
- Fracophone refugee women attend retreat day Full Story

October 2008 Page 11
- The Bulletin Board
- Italian pilgimage
- Refugee Centres
- Mt. Carmel Spiritual Centre Full Story

October 2008 Page 12
- St. Catharines Serra Club receives charter in Falls
- Faithful from diocese attend Eucharistic Congress
- The Diocese of St. Catharines Anniversary Celebrations
- Golf tournament aids scholarship fund Full Story

June, 2008 Page 1
- Faithful gather at Brock for anniversary Mass Full Story

June, 2008 Page 2
- Seven ordained to the order of Deacons
- St. Alfred's hosts Victorian Tea
- Diocesan Catholic Centre Open House Full Story

June, 2008 Page 3
- 8,000 Canadians March for Life
- Evert talks chastity to 10,000 students in 5 days !
- Welland-Port Colborne Pro-Life Association Full Story

June, 2008 Page 4
- Msgr. Clancy hosts youth rally
- Students contribute to Share Lent
- Thank You!
- Di Ianni retires as director of education Full Story

June, 2008 Page 5
- Notre Dame marks 60th anniversary
- Denis Morris celebrates 50 years
- WYD pilgrims treated to samples of life down under
- Holy Cross Fathers feted for service to Catholic education
- Harvest of Hope Update Full Story

June, 2008 Page 6
- The "Class" of 2008 Full Story

June, 2008 Page 7
- 50th anniversary Mass in pictures Full Story

June, 2008 Page 8
- Sous la poussée de l’Esprit
- Voyage en Louisiane
- In memoriam -Père Roger Rouleau, O.F.M. Full Story

June, 2008 Page 9
- Rosary Circles visit Le Sanctuaire du Rosaire
- Lifelease financing clarified Full Story

June, 2008 Page 10
- Seniors' ranks growing fast
- Marriage Encounter marks 40th anniversary
- Local executive attend D & P provincial meeting Full Story

June, 2008 Page 11
- The Bulletin Board
- Mt. Carmel Spiritual Centre
- Refugee Centres Full Story

June, 2008 Page 12
CWL holds 50th annual convention Full Story

April, 2008 Page 1
- Diocese prepares for 50th anniversary celebrations
- Details of the various celebrations for the Diocesan 50th Anniversary Celebrations Full Story

April, 2008 Page 2
- Old Testament wisdom in the modern age
- Diocesan Anniversary Prayer
- St, Julia's becomes wheelchair friendly
- Canadian bishops support Year of Planet Earth
- Harvest of Hope Update Full Story

April, 2008 Page 3
LIFE MATTERS
- The abortion debate isn't over yet
- Fall in birthrate threatens society
- Priests find help in their pro-life ministry Full Story

April, 2008 Page 4
- Students visit Haitian Missions
- Toni ten Den made rectories home for parish priests
- Kids test sports skills at St. Patrick, Caledonia
- Diocesan 50 th Anniversry Celebration
- Catholic Register ad Full Story

April, 2008 Page 5
- Notre Dame: after 60 years - the mission continues
- Denis Morris marks 50 th anniversary
- Bemsville school celebrating 50 years of Catholic education Full Story

April, 2008 Page 6
- NET team tours diocese
- Respect for Life Mass a celebration of human life
- Youth leaders leaders prepare for rally
- Yout Rally 2008 ad Full Story

April, 2008 Page 7
- Diocese celebrates new holiday with Family Day festivities
- Out of the Cold will remain open past deadline Full Story

April, 2008 Page 8
- Au revoir, Guaremala!
- Donnez-vous aujourd'hui notre pain quotidien Full Story

April, 2008 Page 9
- Catholic Education Week April 27-May 2, 2008
- Seniors Matters - Care must be taken in choosing retirement lifestyle
- Sisters of the Sacred Heart 50th Anniversary Events
- Yiu asked: Why did Easter come & go already Full Story

April, 2008 Page 10
Environment Matters
- St. Alexander School pitches in
- Earth Hour is a global effort
- Midland Youth Rally ad Full Story

April, 2008 Page 11
- The Bulletin Board for April 2008
- Dedicated volunteers care for Marian shrine
- Mt. Carmel Spiritual Centre Full Story

April, 2008 Page 12
Diocesan Budget summary - 2008 Full Story

February, 2008 Page 1
SHARE LENT: an opportunity to help those in need Full Story

February, 2008 Page 2
- RCIA: rediscovering our Christian roots
- 6th annual SoupsOn! aids social justice scholarships
- Harvest of Hope update
- Annual Diocesan Respect for Life Mass ad Full Story

February, 2008 Page 3
- Rebuilding "Culture of Life" essential for Catholics
- Life Matters - Billboards mark anniversary of Morgentaler decision
- Choosing life at the movies Full Story

February, 2008 Page 4
SHARE LENT
- D & P: faith and social justice
- D & P continues to push for ombudsperson
- D & P uses local partners in Tsunami relief Full Story

February, 2008 Page 5
- LENT
- Canadian bishops encourage SHARE LENT giving
- CCODP SHARE LENT Collections
- Bishop Greco named to D & P council Full Story

February, 2008 Page 6
- Bishop's Gala raises funds for education foundation Full Story

February, 2008 Page 7
- Fr. Patrick Fogarty honoured with Award of Distinction
- Environment Matters - St. Patrick, St Catharines going green
- Children experience Habitat for Humanity first hand
- Earth Hour Full Story

February, 2008 Page 8
- Nos leaders de demain nous parlent
- Ah, les beaux diamants!
- Le Richelieu la justice sociale Full Story

February, 2008 Page 9
- History - Irish build canal & cathedral
- Come and See ad for Precious Blood Monastery
- Ad for Catholic Register Full Story

February, 2008 Page 10
- Help avaiable for families struggling with Alzheimer's
- Sacred Heart sisters mark golden jubilee Full Story

February, 2008 Page 11
- The Bulletin Board
- Refugee Centres
- Mt. Carmel Spiritual Centre Full Story

February, 2008 Page 12
Around the Diocese
- CKTB Radio, cathedral mark 75th consecutive Midnight Mass broadcast
- Notre Dame and Dennis Morris secondary schools celebrate significant anniversaries
- Fr. Fenech-Gonzi blesses tunnel
- Children's liturgy coordinators attend workshop Full Story

December, 2007 Page 1
- Bishop's Message - The Mysery of Christmas is the abiding truth of God's love
- Midnight Mass broadcast information Full Story

December, 2007 Page 2
- Logo is the unique symbol of our spiritual journey
- 5th Annual Bishop's Gala information
- The real presence of Christ in the Eucharist is central to our faith
- Rite of Election information
- Capital campaign update Full Story

December, 2007 Page 3
- Year of anniversary celebrations begins
- Anniversary couples honoured at 49th anniversary Mass
- Priest and religious mark anniversaries
- Catholic Register ad Full Story

December, 2007 Page 4
- Canadian law need to address fetal homicide
- Respect Life Committee offers pamphlet to other faith communities
- Prayer for Christian Unity Week Full Story

December, 2007 Page 5
- French missionaries first to say Mass in Niagara
- Pilgrims visit Fatima, other sacred sites
- Locals tour Marian shrines in Poland Full Story

December, 2007 Page 6
- Collection of photos of some significant anniversaries couples - part 1 Full Story

December, 2007 Page 7
- Collection of photos of some significant anniversaries couples - part 2 Full Story

December, 2007 Page 8
- ¡Hola, Guatemala!
- Dans le jardin de nos souvenirs Full Story

December, 2007 Page 9
- Buffalo Holy Name Society honours Fr. Peter Rowe
- The Environment - Gospel calls us to be stewards of creation
- Hagersville CWL honours long serving memners
- Superior General of the Priestly Order of St. Peter visits Queen of Angels Oratory Full Story

December, 2007 Page 10
- Grace McBride 70 years in CWL
- Training for Responsible Faith Ministry
- Out of the Cold schedule - St. Catharines and Niagara Falls
- Harvest Kitchen, Welland Full Story

December, 2007 Page 11
The Bulletin Board, Refugee Centres and Mount Carmel Spiritual Centre Full Story

December, 2007 Page 12
Priest, religious and couples mark anniversries Full Story

November 2007, Page 1
- Dinner pays tribute to 150+ years of Catholic education
- Diocese kicks off 50th anniversary celebrations Full Story

November 2007, Page 2
- From the Bishop's Desk - Celebrate Advent, find a treasure
- Niagara Falls hosts canon law convention
- Out of the Cold begins winter ministry
- Out of the Cold - St. Catharines Full Story

November 2007, Page 3
- The blessings of welcoming children
- Right to Life Concert
- A Family Movie - Bella
- 5th Annual Bishop's Gala Full Story

November 2007, Page 4
- D & P's Fall Action calls for ombudsperson for mining industry
- Results of Fall Campaign 2006 - Canadian mining called to account
- Out of the Cold - Niagara Falls
- Catholic Register Ad
- Full Story

November 2007, Page 5
- Nicholson, Diodati address Holy Name Convention
- St. Alexander's marks 50th anniversary
- Harvest Kitchen Welland Full Story

November 2007, Page 6
150+ Years of Catholic Education - Part 1 Full Story

November 2007, Page 7
150+ Years of Catholic Education- Part 2 Full Story

November 2007, Page 8
- Cher Monsieur Stephen Harper
- Le sacrement des malades
- Bienvenu, Père Franck Full Story

November 2007, Page 9
- St. Michael in Fort Erie has a nw look
- Toronto church goes green
- Niagara Catholic Chaplains at recent P.A. Day Full Story

November 2007, Page 10
- Diocese honours youth ministry volunteers
- Elementary Cchools support Holy Chidhood Association
- Kids Helping Kids raises over $33,000 for Chilfren's Centre
- Mt. Carmel Spiritual Centre Full Story

November 2007, Page 11
- The Bulletin Board
- Prayer for Christian Unity
- In Memoriam - Suzanne Aucoin
- Career Opportunity - Claims/Risk Manager 1 Full Story

November 2007, Page 12
3,825 pilgrims raised more than $168,000 for the poor Full Story

October 2007 Page 1
- We are Family: Faith, food & fun
- Come Celebrate: Diocesan 47th anniversary Full Story

October 2007 Page 2
- From the Bishop's desk - Diocese begins year-long anniversary celebrations
- Bishop Wingle appoints Social Justice Commission
- Confirmation 2007
- Diocese of St. Catharines vital statistics
- Diaconate candidates installed as acoolytes Full Story

October 2007 Page 3
- Catholics, medical profession differ on definition of food and hydration
- 17th annual Life Chain draws 500 people Full Story

October 2007 Page 4
- Malone to give keynote address at Didtinguished Speaker Night
- Vincentians hold AGA in British Columbia
- Catholic Update 2007 Full Story

October 2007 Page 5
- St. George community celebrates 60th anniversary
- St. Rose of Lima Cemetary re-dedicated Full Story

October 2007 Page 6
Faith, Food and Fun - We are Family Day 2007 Full Story

October 2007 Page 7
Faith Food and Fun - We are Family Day 2007 cont'd Full Story

October 2007 Page 8
- Lancement de l’année pastorale
- Celui qu’on appelle Jesús Full Story

October 2007 Page 9
- You Asked: The Eucharist
- Environment matters
- Diploma in Ministry Program prepares way for lay participation in life of the Church Full Story

October 2007 Page 10
- Horgan takes over as director at BHNCDSB
- "Souled Out" rejuvenates parish youth
= D & P urges letter campaign
- Refugee centres hold day of reflection at Mt. Carmel Full Story

October 2007 Page 11
- The Bulletin Board - happenings around the diocese
- Mt Carmel Spiritual Centre upcoming programs
- Refugee centres in the Diocese Full Story

October 2007 Page 12
- Around the Diocese - "The One called Jesus" Exhibit visits Welland

- St. Paul High School marks 25th anniversary Full Story

Special Edition, Sept., 2007 page 1
- Let's take stock: Justice is the key to Catholic social teaching
- Bishop Wingle: Governemnt must see to the needs of all Full Story

Special Edition, Sept., 2007 page 2
- Many workers can't meet basic needs
- Stewardship: the watchword in environmental policy Full Story

Special Edition, Sept., 2007 page 3
Why must so many rely on food banks to survive? Full Story

Specail Edition - Sept., 2007 page 4
Life is sacred from conception to grave Full Story

June, 2007 Page 1
- Justin Trudeau wows grads
- We are Family ad Full Story

June, 2007 Page 2
- To be Catholic is to live the meaning of the Eucharist every day
- Four priests celebrate anniversaries
- Msgr. Ferrando 65 years as a priest
- In Memoriam
- Niagara Lfe Chain
- Thank you from Harvest of Hope Full Story

June, 2007 Page 3
- Young Catholics support March for Life
- Media downplays March for Life numbers Full Story

June, 2007 Page 4
- The gift of a Catholic education
- Our Lady of Victory celebrates 50th anniversry
- Sisters of St. Joseph played big role in Catholic education Full Story

June, 2007 Page 5
- Niagara Falls hosts Catholic principals' conference
- Regional school council holds convention
- $18,000 in supplies being sent to Haiti Full Story

June, 2007 Pages 6 & 7
Graduation Celebration 2007 Full Story

June, 2007 Page 8
Retraite des confirmands Full Story

June, 2007 Page 9
- NCDSB launches 150+ years of Catholic education
- Partners in Catholic Education discuss Catholic schools
- Local Youth attend summit Full Story

June, 2007 Page 10
- St. Catharines diocese hosts CCODP provincial meeting
- Fraternity of St. Peter marks 10th anniversary
- St. Mary's celebrates 140 years as a faith community Full Story

June, 2007 Page 11
The Bulletin Board Full Story

June, 2007 Page 12
CWL Conference 2007 Full Story

April, 2007 Page 1
- Faithful gather for annual Respect for Life Mass
- Bishop releases Budget reports for Diocese Full Story

April, 2007 Page 2
- From the Bishop's Desk - Life Matters to foster stronger culture of life in the Diocese
- Clergy Aid Fund helps retired priests
- Diaconate benefits from Harvest of Hope
- In Memoriam - Sr. Rideout Full Story

April, 2007 Page 3
- Life matters - New feature to highlight life issues
- 10th annual National March for Life Ad
- Letters to the Editor Full Story

April, 2007 Page 4
- First Catholic school in Niagara reaches historic milestone
- St. Joseph alumni mark class anniversary
- St. Stephen School celebrating 50th anniversary
- Catholic Education Week Full Story

April, 2007 Page 5
- Seniors give time, talent to Warehouse of Hope
- Catechemens, candidates called to Lenten renewal
- Out of the Cold ends another winter of welcoming the stanger to our door
- RCIA enters new phase in faith journey Full Story

April, 2007 Page 6
- NET team facilitates diocesan retreats
- 49th Eucharistic Congress Ad
- Youth co-ordinators gather for reflection and prayer
Full Story

April, 2007 Page 7
- Holy Rosary hosts Wake-a-thon in support of Out of the Cold
- Students attend Respect for Life Mass
- Yound adults support Right to Life dinner
- We are Family Celebration Ad Full Story

April, 2007 Page 8
- Souper paroiselle annuel
- Réunion des Dames chrétiennes Full Story

April, 2007 Page 9
- Catholic student teachers embark on faith journey
- Holy Cross founder to be beautified
- Grade 2's drove the Road to Easter Full Story

April, 2007 Page 10
- You asked: Catholics and Cremation
- Venezuelan students experience education in NIagara
- Mary Golchuk an inspiration to all
- Refugee centers in the Diocese Full Story

April, 2007 Page 11
The Bulletin Board Full Story

April, 2007 Page 12
Diocesan Budget Information Full Story

February, 2007 Page 1
- Ark of the New Covenant tours diocese Full Story

February, 2007 Page 2
- Rediscover the healing power of the Sacrament of Reconciliation Full Story

February, 2007 Page 3
- St. Alexander parish retreat

- Confirmation 2007

- Rite of Election
Full Story

February, 2007 Pages 4 and 5
Share Lent

- No Peace without development - Bishop James Wingle

- Our SHARE LENT donations in action

- 2007 SHARE LENT Committee

- Our SHARE LENT donations make a difference

- CCODP SHARE LENT Collections
Full Story

February, 2007 Page 6
- Gala benefits Niagara Foundation for Catholic Education

- Dr. Albanese honoured for contribution to Catholic education Full Story

February, 2007 Page 7
- Celebrate Family Day 2007
Full Story

February, 2007 Page 8
- Une visite mémorable

- Anneé jubilaire Richelieu Full Story

February, 2007 Page 9
- Soup,On! aids scholarship fund

- Regina Assumpta students say "Merci!"

- Lent: a time of preparation
Full Story

February, 2007 Page 10
-Distons move from diocese

- Master program eye-opener for students

-Mount Carmel Spiritual Centre Full Story

February, 2007 Page 11
The Bulletin Board Full Story

February, 2007 Page 12
A photo montage of the Ark of the New Covenant Full Story

December, 2006 Page 1
- From the Bishop's desk:

Christmas: a wonderful invitation and a profound challenge Full Story

December, 2006 Page 2
- Anniversary couples help diocese celebrate 48 years of service

- We Are Family Day Ad

- 4th Annual Bishop's Gala Ad Full Story

December, 2006 Page 3
- Diocese celebrates 48th anniversary

- Clergy and Religious celebrate special anniversaries

- Priest and religious Anniversaries 2006

- A diocesan anniversary thank you

Full Story

December, 2006 Page 4
- Last minute gifts from the heart

- God calls us to good stewardship

- Out of the Cold

- Soup'sOn!: good soup for a good cause Full Story

December, 2006 Page 5
- Children's pageants a big part of Christmas Eve liturgies

- Scapular hosts Catholic Update seminars

- Reflections of Christmas past

- Ark of the New Covenant coming to the diocese Full Story

December, 2006 Pages 6 & 7
Happy Anniversary! Full Story

December, 2006 Page 8
- Le Pardon, la Vierge et nous

- Abolir la pauvreté

- Bonne fête, monsieur l'abbé, mon fils! Full Story

December, 2006 Page 9
- St. Charles elementary marks 55th anniversary

- Catholic school boards hold inaugural meetings

- Roman Catholic School Board Trustees within nthe Diocese of St.
Catharines

- Elementary schools raise $35,000 through Holy Childhood Walkathons
Full Story

December, 2006 Page 10
- Local Pilgrims visit Holy Land

- St. Mary's pilgrimage a transforming experieince Full Story

December, 2006 Page 11
- The Bulletin Board

- Mt. Carmel Spiritual Centre Full Story

December, 2006 Page 12
- More Anniversary Couples Full Story

November 2006, Page 1
- Pilgimages raise $140,000 to aid third world poor

- Development & Peace Fall Action 2006 Full Story

November 2006, Page 2
- From the Bishop's desk - Challenges in catholic Education are universal

- 4th Annual Bishop's Gala Full Story

November 2006, Page 3
- Thank you and God bless you

- Holy Name Society holds 47th convention

- Stewardship: God will point the way

- Is God calling you? Full Story

November 2006, Page 4
- Tribunal is a ministry of healing

- A voice cries in the wilderness "Prepare a way for the Lord"

- Website helps plan for Catholic weddings Full Story

November 2006, Page 5
- Out in the Cold brings another season of feeding the poor

- Warehouse of Hope needs volunteers for their social justice ministry Full Story

November 2006, Pages 6&7
Pilgrimage 2006 Full Story

November 2006, Page 8
- De l'ancien et du nouveau

- Les mines jeunent a l'ecole Jean Vanier

Les Mines et la justice sociale Full Story

November 2006, Page 9
- Fall action challenges Canadian mining companies

- Youth Ministry hosts Taize prayer service

- Celebrate Family Day Full Story

November 2006, Page 10
- Mary Ward Elementary celebrates 50th anniversary

- Knights plan seniors residence for Niagara Falls

- St. Joseph's Grimsby burns mortgage

Full Story

November, 2006 Page 11
The Bulletin Board Full Story

November 2006, Page 12
Around the Diocese

- Star of the Sea dedicates donor memorial plaque

- Diocese marks 48th anniversary Full Story

October 2006 Page 1
WE Are Family celebrates our Catholic community

Centenarian given CWL honour Full Story

October 2006 Page 2
From the Bishop's Desk

Bishop's Award

Carmen Diston elected consultor at the general congregation of the Loretto Sisters

Feast of the Diocese of St. Catharines Full Story

October 2006 Page 3
Carmelite foundress taken next step on the road to canonization

Moms meet at Holy Rosary

St. John's hosts conference of St. Vincent de Paul Society Full Story

October 2006 Page 4
Youth share faith and fun at Midland rally

Star of the Sea CWL presents service awards

Youth Ministry Volunteer Training Workshop

Holy Rosary CWL marks milestone

Letters to the editor Full Story

October 2006 Page 5
Holy Name Catholic Elementary helps build school in Guatemala

Diploma studies a journey in faith

Youth Ministry award and Chaplains of NCDSB Full Story

October 2006 Pages 6 & 7
We Are Family brings diocese together for faith, food and fun Full Story

October 2006 Page 8
Prête-lui l'oreille de ton coeur...Il t'appelle

L'organ de la paroisse Sacré-Coeur Full Story

October 2006 Page 9
Sister Louise Dillon celebrates two decades of compassionate care

Fr. Jankowski marks 50 years of service

In Memoriam - Fr. Robert O'Connell c.s.c.

In Memoriam - Fr. Charles Padanyi Full Story

October 2006 Page 10
St. Martin celebrates 140 years as a community of faith

Somerville to address Distinguished Speaker Night Full Story

October 2006 Page 11
The Bulletin Board

Deacon candidates begin supervised pastoral experience Full Story

October 2006 Page 12
St. Thomas More celebrates 50th anniversary

Vacation Bible Schools highight of summer season
Full Story

June 2006 Page 1
"I was thirsty and you gave me something to drink" Full Story

June 2006 Page 2
Lou Cahill receives lifetime achievement award

Record Numbers March for Life

A pastor's work is never done Full Story

June 2006 Page 3
Deacon teaches ethics, mentors diaconate candidates

A recipe for good stewardship

We are Family "Day of Celebration"

Full Story

June 2006 Page 4
Resources available to enhance spirituality

NET team swings through Niagara

Mount Carmel Spiritual Centre

Alpha for Catholics Presentation Kits Full Story

June 2006 Page 5
Seven attend youth summit

Diocese hosts Gr. 7 & 8 youth rally

Midland Youth Rally Full Story

June 2006 Pages 6 & 7
The "Class" of 2006

Minister of Education addresses grads

Minister offers sage advice to graduates

Papal Nuncio sends greetings from Pope Benedict XVI Full Story

June 2006 Page 8
Place aux jeunes

Oui, Nous croyons

Il y a de la vie à Jean Vanier

Apprendre à partager

Le spectacle la Passion Full Story

June 2006 Page 9
Elementary students pack pencil cases for Haiti

Fenwick students help African students

"God Squad" prayer group thrives at Canadian Martyrs

Priests celebrate anniversaries of ordination Full Story

June 2006 Page 10
Church defends traditional definition of marriage

Brant Haldimand Norfolk board holds education symposium

Annual Catholic School Council Spring Convention Full Story

June 2006 Page 11
The Bulletin Board - Announcements of coming and ongoing events in the Diocese Full Story

June 2006 Page 12
CWL gathers for 48th Annual Convention Full Story

April 2006 Page 1
Outdoor Education Program's new home blessed

Niagara will miss this giant in Catholic education Full Story

April 2006 Page 2
"We experience the Risen Lord in the Eucharist by Bishop Wingle"

From the Bishop's desk

Dicesan Finance Council

Clergy Aid Fund

Catholic Education Week 2006 Full Story

April 2006 Page 3
Have an attitude of gratitude

View from the Pew - Why do we need Harvest of Hope?

We are Family - upcoming celebration

Letters to the Editor Full Story

April 2006 Page 4
500 gather for Respect for Life Mass

St. Kevin committee issues social justice audit Full Story

April 2006 Page 5
Out of the cold marks ninth year of service to the poor

Fr.Warbuton Project aids Haitian poor

Are you in Garde 7 or 8? Full Story

April 2006 Page 6
Bishop Durocher addresses priests on youth needs

Youth ministry teams attend conference Full Story

April 2006 page 7
Teacher candidates and counsellors gather for retreat

1st anniversary of the death of John Paul II & election of Benedict XVI Full Story

April 2006 Page 8
Sur les traces de saint Thomas
Du foyer á l’église sacré-coeur Full Story

April 2006 Page 9
DM holds annual Starvathon and Wake-a-thon supports Cathedral's Out of the Cold Full Story

April 2006 Page 10
Weekly Youth gatherings Spring 2006, Hot Topics, Parish presentations, New Media and the Catholic Church and Convivio Congress Full Story

April 2006 Page 11
Announcements of Coming and Ongoing Events in the Diocese
AND
Program information for Mt Carmel Spiritual Centre Full Story

April 2006 Page 12
A complete explanation of the Diocese 2006 Budget Full Story

Families gather for fun and prayer by BEV CAREW
A day to socialize, celebrate and grow in wisdom together. That was the inspiration for Celebrate Family 2006. Full Story

Confirmation Schedule 2006
Confirmation Schedule 2006
Full Story

From the Bishop's Desk
For weeks and months the appearance of Pope Benedict XVI’s first encyclical was awaited with all sorts of speculation. Full Story

Praying the Stations of the Cross
One of the devotions that is prevalent in the Church throughout Lent is the Stations of the Cross. Full Story

Bishop establishes the Office of Evangelization by DAVID MOLE
Recently Bishop Wingle announced the establishment of the Office of Evangelization. Full Story

Harvest of Hope campaign begins to bear fruit by GEORGE NEWMAN
Your generous donations to the Harvest of Hope campaign have resulted in over $520,000 in cash being allocated to the programs and ministries for which the campaign was launched. Full Story

Harvest of Hope by GEORGE NEWMAN
Good Stewardship means knowing your money is going Full Story

Thirsting for Justice campaign enters final year
SHARE LENT 2006, the annual campaign of the Canadian Catholic Organization for Development and Peace (CCODP) helps partner communities in Africa, Asia, and Latin America. Full Story

Two projects dominated Development & Peace in 2005
A devastating tidal wave on December 26, 2004, killed an estimated 400,000 people in eight Asian and three African countries... Full Story

Thirsting for Justice campaign
On January 16, 2006, the Niagara Review reported on page A7 that among the most frequent subjects in all of last year’s correspondence to the Canadian government was water exports. Full Story

SHARE LENT collections Diocese of St. Catherines
SHARE LENT Collections Diocese of St Catharines
Full Story

2006 SHARE LENT Committee Diocese of St. Catherines
Committee membership Full Story

Careme de Partage By Bishop James Wingle
SHARE LENT campaign helps us to live the Gospel Full Story

Gala raises funds for Niagara Foundation for Catholic Education By Jennifer Brailey
NCDSB presents Awards of Distinction at Bishop's Gala Full Story

Celebrate Family Day 2006
A collage of picture of the Family Celebration 2006 Full Story

Careme de Partage 2006 -Tsnami,un an après par ROBERT PARENT
Dès le début du tsunami catas-trophique le 26 décembre 2004, Développement et Paix lança une campagne d’urgence auprès de la population canadienne et préleva au-delà de vingt millions de dollars. Full Story

Rabbi, ou demeures-tu? par LUKASI BONAVENTURE AMOUSSOU, S.J.
Aujourd’hui, nous célébrons la Journée mondiale des migrants et l’évangile de Jean nous fait méditer sur la question de la demeure. Full Story

Soup'sOn! draws rave reviews by JOE BARKOVICH
Organizers, participants and soup lovers expressed delight with Soup’sOn!, held January 27, 2006, at St. Kevin parish hall in Welland. Full Story

Holy Rosary offers daily adoration by RICK SOCCIO
Full Story

Permanent Diaconate
Is God calling you? Full Story

Mount Carmel Spiritual centre
Schedule of upcoming events Full Story

Brant Haldimand Norfolk Board Hosts Faith Day
The Brant Haldimand Norfolk Catholic District School Board hosted a board-wide Faith Day for all of its employees at Brantford’s Sanderson Centre on February 3, 2006. Full Story

Wells of Hope Project drills wells, builds schools by BOB WALSH
Harry Van Belle, a director of the Warehouse of Hope and chairman of the Wells of Hope Project, reported that... Full Story

The Rite of Election
We ask all to keep in their prayers the catechumens and candidates... Full Story

The Bulletin Board
A summary of events across the Diocese - coming events, on-going events and recent happenings Full Story

Around the Diocese
Catholic Centre brings diocesan ministries together by DENNIS MALONE Full Story

Christmas is the simplicity of the manger
A Christmas message from Bishop Wingle Full Story

From the Bishop's Desk
CANADA—strong and free Full Story

Is God calling you?
Consider the Permanent Diaconate Full Story

Diocese celebrates 47th anniversary by SR. MARY KAY CAMP
On November 25, 2005, the Diocese of St. Catharines celebrated its 47th anniversary... Full Story

Couples with significant anniversaries join diocesan celebrations
Couples with significant anniversaries join diocesan celebrations Full Story

Stewardship by GEORGE NEWMAN
In the continuing series on stewardship we explore the second secret of successful stewards. Full Story

You Asked?—What is a diocese? by FR. STAN PIETLOCK
The current Harvest of Hope campaign ($20M) seems to have given rise to a questioning across the Niagara peninsula as to why we have to have a diocese... Full Story

Diocese to host Family Day by MARTIN & GERRY KORSMIT
On Sunday January 29, 2006, the Diocese of St. Catharines will sponsor a special afternoon for families called Celebrate Family 2006. Full Story

Catholic Register editor addresses Distinguished Speaker Night by JOE BARKOVICH
While most people, Catholics included, get most of their news about the Church from mainstream media... Full Story

Niagara Falls Out of the Cold in full swing at Morrison Street United
Out of the Cold schedule Full Story

Happy Anniversary!
A photo collection of couples celebrating significant anniversaries Full Story

Joyeux Noël ... en novembre! par GILLES DESLAURIERS
Pour la sixième année consécutive, les tout petits et les grands ont pu jouir de la visite de Saint Nicolas bien avant le vingt-cinq décembre. Full Story

La paroisse St-Jean-de-Brébeuf accueille sa nouvelle équipe pastorale par JEANNINE BRIXHE
Avec la célébration eucharistique qui est célébrée le dimanche matin à huit heures trente... Full Story

Qui était Saint Nicolas?
Saint Nicolas est né vers 270 et est mort entre 345 et 352. Devenu évêque de Myre, en Turquie, il aurait accompli de nombreux miracles. Full Story

Lefebvres continue to support Project Africa by BOB WALSH
Project Africa, of the Warehouse of Hope, was initiated, and is being sustained, by Eric and Denise Lefebvre. Full Story

Soup’sOn! by JOE BARKOVICH
The 4th annual Soup’sOn! luncheon is being held January 27, 2006, at St. Kevin parish hall in Welland. Full Story

NCDSB students take part in Holy Childhood walkathons by JOHN BOSCO
Each school year the Niagara Catholic District School Board (NCDSB) co-ordinates a board-wide effort in support of the Holy Childhood Association.
Full Story

Dunnville thrift store moves by NOREEN MATER
The St. Vincent de Paul Society of St. Michael, Dunnville, has decided to move its second-hand store to a more convenient and more accessible location. Full Story

Fenwick school initiates shoebox drive by SUSAN TROMANHAUSER
The St. Ann Catholic Elementary School student council in Fenwick initiated a drive to support the Wells of Hope Christmas Shoebox Project. Full Story

THE BULLETIN BOARD
A summary of the events in the Diocese Coming, On-going and Recent Full Story

Clergy and Religious Anniversaries and Youth Ministry Training
A photo collection of significant anniversaries of our Religious and clergy and a photo of Youth Ministry training Full Story

Celebration marks the Year of the Eucharist
One of the last gifts Pope John Paul II gave us was the wonderful Year of the Eucharist... Full Story

Hundreds help celebrate St. Mary’s 50th by DIANE CUMMINGS
Hundreds of past students, teachers and administrative staff gathered to mark the 50th anniversary of St. Mary Catholic Elementary School in Niagara Falls, October 23, 2005.
Full Story

From the Bishop’s Desk
To Care or To Kill
Full Story

Award of Distinction
The Niagara Catholic District School Board is calling for
nominations for the Niagara Catholic Education
Award of Distinction.
Full Story

Stewardship: a Catholic perspective by GEORGE NEWMAN
In the church of today, few concepts are more misunderstood than the concept of Catholic stewardship. Full Story

Hotel Dieu takes on new role by KEVIN VALLIER
Like the image of the soaring dove in the Hotel Dieu’s new logo, the healthcare organization is taking flight... Full Story

Euthanasia/Assisted suicide before parliament by ELISE MATHIE
Bill C-407 is the newest threat to vulnerable people in Canada. Full Story

Water is a sacred gift that connects all life by ELIZABETH SAUER
“Privatization is a new kind of apartheid. Full Story

GuluWalk in solidarity with Ugandan children
A cold gray sky and threatening rain on October 22, 2005, didn’t stop a group of about 150 people... Full Story

Out of the Cold seeks volunteers by PATRICIA WATERS
Out of the Cold in St. Catharines will open for its 9th season on Tuesday November 1, 2005, at the Cathedral of St. Catherine of Alexandria. Full Story

Out of the Cold Schedule
Schedule of Out of the Cold events in the Diocese Full Story

Diocese celebrates end of the Year of the Eucharist
Picture story of the Diocese celebrating the end of the Year of the Eucharist. Full Story

Le Passé était à la une au 85e anniversaire de la paroisse Sacré–Coeur
Le Passé était à la une au 85e anniversaire de la paroisse Sacré–Coeur Full Story

J’ai soif par ROBERT PARENT
Tu as soif... prends-toi un verre d’eau au robinet, achète-toi une bouteille d’eau, achète-toi un Coke. Full Story

Alpha connects Catholics to their faith by SUSAN DePLANCHÉ
A year ago the first Alpha course was held... Full Story

New Catholic school and addition
A new school and an addition were blessed and dedicated by Bishop Wingle Full Story

Notre Dame marks 30 years of walking for social justice by QUENTIN TODERICK
Just as fall is upon us, pilgrimage season is upon Welland’s Notre Dame College School community once again. Full Story

Pilgrimage News
A collection of important news from the 2005 pilgrimage Full Story

Pilgrimage 2005 - Statistics
2005 Pilgrimage participants totalled 3,725
Full Story

THE BULLETIN BOARD
A listing of events in the Diocese -coming, ongoing and recent Full Story

Around the Diocese
Students pilgrimage for the poor and oppressed, Chez Marie picnic, and Life Chain Full Story

Diaconate candidates take first step by GEORGE NEWMAN
During the regular 11:30 a.m. Mass at the Cathedral of St. Catherine of Alexandria, St. Catharines, on Sunday September 11, 2005, Bishop James Wingle instituted eight men as acolytes for the diocese. Full Story

Celebration bids fond farewell to Loretto by JOE BARKOVICH
For the Institute of the Blessed Virgin Mary, the weekend of Sept. 17-18 will be remembered as one of historical significance. Full Story

You Asked Why do we have to go to Sunday Mass? by FR. STAN PIETLOCK
The Lord’s Day gathers baptized believers, responding with praise and thanksgiving to the good news of the crucified and risen Christ. Full Story

From the Bishop’s Desk
The morning of August 9, 2005, was fresh and cool in Amsterdam when we landed at Schiphol airport to begin the first phase... Full Story

True Humour: ‘Holy Orders’ by BOB WALSH
For a Grade 8 Saturday Morning catechism class I was following the dictum of Karl Rahner S. J., Full Story

We Are Family celebration draws 500 to Polonia Park by BEVERLEY CAREW
We Are Family was the theme of a diocesan day at Polonia Park on July 10, 2005.
Full Story

Campaign enters new phase by GEORGE NEWMAN
On this, the first anniversary of the Harvest of Hope campaign, the good news is that the campaign has reached 51.5% of its goal. Full Story

Fall Confirmations 2005
Dates and Parishes where Confirmation will take place in Fall 2005 Full Story

Retired teachers from NCDSB
Congratulations are extended to the teachers of the Niagara Catholic District School Board who retired during the 2004-2005 school year.
Full Story

Wainfleet church marks 50th anniversary
The parish of St. Elizabeth started to serve the Wainfleet community in 1938. Full Story

St. Ann, Fenwick celebrates 50 years by MARGARET COMFORT
What began as a small mission with services held in a private home has grown to a beautiful church with a parish of over 140 families. Full Story

Couple share Marriage Encounter experience
Mike and Beth Dubé share their experience about World Wide Marriage Encounter (WWME).
Full Story

Pilgrims tour Italian holy sites by SUZANNE SYMSYK
It was both a joyous and sombre time. Full Story

Publisher to address Distinguished Speaker Night by JOE BARKOVICH
Welland’s St. Kevin Food Bank’s Distinguished Speaker Night takes place November 6, 2005, in the parish hall. Full Story

O’Dwyer recognized for her achievements
Floyd Kennedy, founding principal of Holy Trinity Catholic High School, Simcoe, presented Shannon O’Dwyer... Full Story

World Youth Day 2005 WYD: An amazing experience by JASMINE CANARIA
When we left the Toronto airport for Amsterdam and World Youth Day 2005 we were just a group of acquaintances... Full Story

Pope greets the youth of the world
Pope Benedict arrived in Cologne to a enthusiastic welcome by WYD pilgrims. Full Story

NCDSB students experience World Youth Day by PATRICIA WATERS
On Saturday morning, August 13, 2005, Fr. Paul Curley led a prayer service at Star of the Sea, St. Catharines, for the 33 pilgrims leaving that afternoon to fly to Germany for World Youth Day. Full Story

Les paroisses francophones accueillent deux nouveaux prêtres
Un jour qu’il se rendait à la plage, le jeune Umba vit des Soeurs de la Charité qui s’occupaient des pauvres et des malades dans un camp militaire. Full Story

Merci! Au revoir!
“Merci, mille fois merci ...” Full Story

Trista Richardson wins social justice scholarship by JOE BARKOVICH
A Notre Dame College School student has been named recipient of the 2nd annual St. Kevin Food Bank Social Justice Scholarship. Full Story

Blessed Trinity teacher becomes member of Jesuit Honour Society by BREANNE RUSSELL
Well-deserved congratulations go to Blessed Trinity High School teacher Tony DellaVentura, for his work in continuing his religious education. Full Story

Teachers announce Love of Learning awards by FRANK PASCUZZI
Larry Newton, president of Niagara Secondary OECTA, and Joe McDonald, president of Niagara Elementary OECTA, together announce the recipients of the Catholic Teachers Love of Learning award. Full Story

Bishop’s Award
The Diocese of St. Catharines provides a Bishop’s Award to be given to a graduating student in each of the St. Catharines Diocese Catholic high schools...
Full Story

Youth Rally held at Midland’s Martyrs Shrine by BEV CAREW
“…We have come to worship Him” (Matt. 2:2) was the theme for the youth rally on July 23-24, 2005 in Midland. Full Story

MOUNT CARMEL SPIRITUAL CENTRE
Upcoming events at Mount Carmel Spiritual Centre Full Story

In Memoriam - Fr. Denis Warburton
Fr. Denis Warburton died June 13, 2005, at the age of 67. Fr. Warburton was born in Thorold in 1938 and attended both elementary and high schools there.
Full Story

THE BULLETIN BOARD
Events in the Diocese - coming, on going and recent happenings Full Story

Thanks For The Memories, Loretto
A collage of photos of the closing ceremonies at Loretto Full Story

LORETTO TO CLOSE IN SEPTEMBER
On May 16, 2005, Sr. Carmen Diston, IBVM, Canadian Provincial Leader of the Institute of the Blessed Virgin Mary (Loretto Sisters) announced that Loretto Christian Life Centre, in Niagara Falls, will be closing on September 1, 2005. Full Story

Come Join The Celebration!!!
Join a diocesan day of celebration for parish, home and school
Full Story

From the Bishop’s Desk
This August, many young people from across the Diocese of St. Catharines will join a huge throng of other youth... Full Story

Grade 8s follow a day in the life of a priest by FR. PAUL MacNEIL
On Feb. 17, 2005, I took three Grade 8 students and one other adult leader with me for a full day, from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., so they could experience... Full Story

Thank you anyway! by MSGR. JACK CARTWRIGHT
Now that I am retired and living in a nursing home, I rely on visitors to bring back memories and help pass the day. Full Story

My Retreat by the Falls By ED HORVAT
Reflection from my retreat at Mt. Carmel Spiritual Retreat Centre, Niagara Falls, Ontario. Full Story

Harvest of Hope campaign update
Harvest of Hope campaign halfway home & Harvest of Hope Endowment Fund established
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Is God Calling You?
The Permanent Diaconate Full Story

Fr. Jordan inducted into Hall of Fame
The Carmelite Order is delighted to announce that the 2005 Hall of Fame recipient of Chicago’s well-known Mt. Carmel High School is Fr. Jordan Rooney. Full Story

Fr. Rosica addresses 47th annual CWL Convention by MARYANN YAROMICH
The St. Catharines Diocesan council of the Catholic Women's League (CWL) held it's 47th annual convention on May 25, 2005, at the Ameri-Cana Resort and Conference Centre, Niagara Falls. Full Story

71 pilgrims headed to WYD 2005
Seventy-one young people and their chaperones from across the diocese have been working, praying and preparing... Full Story

Blessed Frassati Society
On April 28, 2005, the young and young at heart from across the diocese came together at the Diocesan Catholic Centre to hear Peter Braam,... Full Story

School staffs gather for Faith Day by DEBRA McCAFFERY
On May 20, 2005, staffs across the board, gathered in their ‘family of schools’ (high schools with their respective feeder schools) to celebrate their annual Faith Day. Full Story

The “Class” of 2005 by JOE BARKOVICH
A graduation celebration May 11, for 1,900 Niagara Catholic District School Board Grade 12 students was bittersweet.
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Il était une fois une idée, un rêve, une vision!
“Bien avant les débuts de la paroisse, vers les années 1930, arrivèrent les Deschaunac,... Full Story

Ce n’est qu’un au revoir, amis … par GILLES DESLAURIERS
“C’est un cadeau que nous voulons vous laisser. Elle vous permettra de vous souvenir longtemps de nous”, a dit... Full Story

Elementary school, adult learning centre help Vincentians reach out to the poor by TOM OWENS
Students at St. Nicholas Catholic Elementary School and the St. Thomas Adult Learning Centre in St. Catharines, were inspired by Lent.
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Welland Port Colborne Pro-Life AGM
Welland/Port Colborne Pro-Life annual general meeting and banquet took place at St. Mary, Welland, on April 15, 2005. Full Story

Hotel Dieu finds new role in complex care and rehabilitation
She has spent her entire career with only one organization, Hotel Dieu Hospital. Full Story

Friar brings St. Padre Pio devotion to Niagara by FR. RAYMOND FENECH GONZI
The parishioners of St. Ann, Niagara Falls, welcomed Padre Carlo Maria Laborde, Capuchin Friar, Full Story

Administrators from NCDSB retrace the steps of St. Paul by SUSAN TROMANHAUSER
While March Break is generally a time for rest and relaxation for most educators... Full Story

Alpha for Catholics comes to the diocese by SUSAN DePLANCHÉ
A year ago, six people from different parishes in the diocese attended an Alpha course at St. Thomas Anglican Church in St. Catharines. Full Story

THE BULLETIN BOARD
Coming Events, On-going Events and Recent Happenings in the Diocese Full Story

Around the Diocese
Student pays tribute to JPII with talent and a pencil by Carolyn Richardson, March for Life, Partners in Education conference, Catholic Student of the Year in Haldimand Norfolk, 2005 Diocesan Family day, The Year of the Eucharist and WYD workshop. Full Story

"Well done, good and faithful servant"
Pope John Paul II in one of his last photos Full Story

Remebering John Paul II
A selection of reflections by various clergy and laity on the lif of John Paul II Full Story

From the Bishop’s desk
As you read this, there will likely be a new pope in the chair of the apostle Peter. Full Story

Right to Life dinner by MARLENE TERSIGNI
Founder of Project Rachel addresses Right to Life dinner in St. Catharines Full Story

Salt + Light TV by LOU CAHILL
Developing slowly but effectively to serve viewers across Canada, the new Catholic TV network, Salt + Light... Full Story

You missed me Father by DENNIS MALONE
Many years ago my grandfather, an immigrant to Canada from Ireland, was attending Mass at a parish church in Toronto. Full Story

Julie Mannell by JOE BARKOVICH
As a social justice activist, Julie Mannell is an emerging voice. Full Story

Personal journey by SUSAN McINERNEY
My name is Susan McInerney and I have been a Roman Catholic for five years. Full Story

Catholic school councils Faith Formation by FRANK IANNANTUONO
On February 24. 2005, members of the Catholic school councils throughout the Niagara Catholic District School Board (NCDSB) were led in a Faith Formation session by... Full Story

Respect for Life Mass by ELISE MATHIE
Diocesan Respect for Life Mass celebrated on the Feast of the Annunciation. Full Story

NET ministry comes to diocese by FR. GEORGE SAMMUT
On February 17, 2005, the National Evangelization Team (referred to as NET) made its debut in the St Catharine diocese at Notre Dame Catholic Elementary School in Caledonia. Full Story

Félicitations à nos diplômés!
À l’automne 2001, la Faculté de théologie de l’Université St-Paul annonçait un programme de certificat en théologie pastorale... Full Story

Refugees by PATRICIA WATERS
Refugee numbers dwindle... Full Story

Out of the Cold by PATRICIA WATERS
Out of the Cold ends 9th season Full Story

Charbonneau named principal of the year
Congratulations to Maurice Charbonneau, principal of Denis Morris Catholic High School, on being chosen as one of Canada’s outstanding principals.
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St. Paul sends supplies to Haitian students by HOPE McGILLY
Imagine living in a war-torn country, a place with no infrastructure or government support. Full Story

Holy Childhood Walkathon marks 20th anniversary
Niagara Catholic District School Board continues to be the only school board in Canada that co-ordinates a board-wide effort in support of the Holy Childhood Association. Full Story

Children's Liturgy & Diploma Graduates
Photos of a Children’s Liturgy meetingheld for parish co-ordinators and volunteers from across the diocese and recent graduates with a Certificate in Pastoral Theology from St. Paul University, Ottawa. Full Story

This little piggy went to Haiti... by DEBRA McCAFFERY
St. Francis High School was abuzz with pig jokes and pictures of pigs as staff and students collected funds to send pigs to Haitian families.
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THE BULLETIN BOARD
A collection of Diocesan news including Coming Events, Ongoing Events and Recent Happenings. Full Story

Around the Diocese- PILGRIMS PREPARE FOR WYD 2005
Support our pilgrims... Full Story

Tsunami needs overwhelming by ELIZABETH SAUER
Canadian Catholic Organization for Development & Peace (CCODP) is the member organization in Canada of Caritas Internationalis, the Catholic relief, development, and social service organization... Full Story

Catholic Students raise $70,600 for Tsunami relief by FRANK IANNANTUONO
As the world watched the disaster in Southeast Asia unfold, the children of the Niagara Catholic District School Board (NCDSB) quickly came together... Full Story

From the Bishop’s Desk Bishop defends traditional definition of marriage
Since the foundation as a country, marriage in Canada has consistently been understood to refer to... Full Story

Bishop’s Gala honours pioneers in Education by JENNIFER BRAILEY
On Friday February 4, 2005, over 415 partners in Catholic education gathered at Club Italia in Niagara Falls, with Bishop James Wingle, Bishop of the Diocese of St. Catharines at the 2nd Annual Bishop’s Gala. Full Story

Young adults prepare for WYD 2005 by BEV CAREW
Approximately 60 pilgrims from 13 parishes in the Diocese of St. Catharines will depart for Germany on Monday, August 8 to participate in World Youth Day 2005. Full Story

Holy Cross Secondary School presents Godspell by PATRICIA WATERS
Rehearsals are underway at Holy Cross Secondary School, St. Catharines, for the upcoming production of GODSPELL. Full Story

SHARE LENT appeal never more urgent
The Canadian Catholic Organization for Development and Peace (CCODP) is the official international development organization of the Catholic Church in Canada. Full Story

2005 SHARE LENT Committee Diocese of St. Catharines
Names and Phine numbers of the Diocesan Committee for Share Lent, 2005 Full Story

Diocesan youth hold workshop on Development & Peace by FRANCA LANIGAN
Tony Laforet, chaplain at Notre Dame College School, Welland, Nancy Santamaria, area Development & Peace (D & P) youth liaison, and Paul Lemieux, D & P animator, facilitated a social justice workshop February 3, 2005. Full Story

CCODP SHARE LENT COLLECTIONS
A complete list of contributions by parish and school to CCODP Share Lent Collections Full Story

CARÊME DE PARTAGE 2005
We must stand in solidarity in our Thirst for Justice Full Story

NCDSB establishes Award of Distinction
On October 26,2004, the Niagara Catholic District School Board adopted a policy about its belief in the importance of recognizing individuals or groups who have made or continue to make outstanding contributions to the growth of Catholic education in the Niagara region.
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Journée mondiale de la jeunesse 2005 par GILLES DESLAURIERS
Monseigneur James Wingle, évêque du diocèse de St. Catharines, s’est rendu à la paroisse Sacré-Coeur le dimanche 16 janvier pour présider le lancement officiel du pèlerinage JMJ 2005. Full Story

Laissez-vous parler d’amour ce soir!
Laissez-vous parler d’amour ce soir! Full Story

Nos contributions à l’œuvre
Le tremblement de terre dans l’Océan Indien, le 26 décembre dernier, a provoqué des tsunamis qui ont fauché la vie de plus de 175 000 personnes. Full Story

MaterCare aids women in childbirth in developing world by NANCY WINSLOW
Imagine yourself being a woman giving birth in a developing nation. You are almost certainly attended by a traditional birth attendant... Full Story

Wells of Hope update from Jalapa, Guatemala by DONNA JANZEN
We were taken down to the main body of water that serviced over 40,000 people. When you looked into it, you could see the contamination,... Full Story

Mernagh takes his expertise to Guatemala by COLLEN BRAZEAU
How does a retired Catholic principal spend his time?
For Peter Mernagh, newly retired principal from Niagara Catholic District School Board, the answer was simple,... Full Story

Bishop expresses gratitude to Harvest of Hope volunteers
On January 5, 2005, more than 160 Harvest of Hope volunteers braved the snowy weather and joined Bishop Wingle for a prayer service and campaign meeting. Full Story

Diaconate formation well underway by BILL MCINERNEY
Well, the diaconate formation program is well underway in the diocese after a year of intense planning and recruitment. Full Story

Come surf with us by BILL McINERNEY
The diocesan website is being accessed by a variety of different people for various different reasons. Full Story

Retreat Centres and Refugee Centres in the Diocese
Contact information for these organizations in St. Catharines Diocese Full Story

The Bulletin Board
A list and description of Coming Events, Ongoing events and Recent Happenings in the Diocese Full Story

AROUND THE DIOCESE
A collection of photos and stories of activities from around the St. Catharines Diocese - Soup'sOn! fundraiser, Confirmation Schedule,photos from Bishop's Gala and St. Alexander Parish, Fonthill Full Story

COUPLES ATTEND ANNIVERSARY LITURGY by SR. MARY KAY CAMP
Congratulations to all those celebrating anniversaries. Two couples celebrate 70 plus years together.
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Bishop' Christmas Message, 2004
As the hours of darkness grow longer in these waning December days, we find ourselves in a time of waiting and preparation. Full Story

Harvest of Hope campaign continues into 2005
During 2004, more than 500 volunteers throughout the diocese agreed to visit with their fellow parishioners on behalf of Bishop Wingle. Full Story

The Angelus
The Angelus is traditionally recited morning (6.00 am), noon and evening (6.00pm) throughout the year Full Story

Midnight Mass
Annual radio broadcast Full Story

Brief history of the Diocese of St. Catharines
Key dates in the history of our Diocese Full Story

Priests and Religious celebrating special anniversaries in 2004
List of Priests and Religious celebrating special anniversaries in 2004 Full Story

Couples celebrating anniversaries in 2004
Couples celebrating anniversaries Full Story

In Memoriam
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Diocese inaugurates celebration of Family Day by BEV CAREW
The Diocese of St. Catharines celebrated Family Day on Sunday November 7, 2004. Full Story

Fr. Mulligan addresses Distinguished Speaker Night by JOE BARKOVICH
We live in a time of uncertainty. Full Story

Oblates celebrate 10th anniversary by SUZANNE KEAYS
On October 22-24, 2004, the Oblates of St. Benedict, a lay movement, celebrated their 10th anniversary in the Diocese of St. Catharines... Full Story

Rite of Election
Details of the Celebration of the RIte of Election Full Story

Rassemblés en Église par GILLES DESLAURIERS
Environ quatre-vingts membres de nos paroisses francophones ont répondu à l'invitation du CAP de participer à une journée d'information sur les ADACE (assemblée dominicale en attente de célébration eucharistique) le 30 octobre dernier. Full Story

Enfin … notre place! par GILLES DESLAURIERS
C'est sous le thème "Enfin ... notre place!" que se sont déroulées l'inauguration officielle et la bénédiction solennelle de l'école Saint-François-d'Assise le jeudi quatre novembre 2004. Full Story

Young Catholic Leadership program holds closing retreat at Mount Carmel by JOE FERRUSI
The Young Catholic Leadership program is a great experience. It gave me as well as others in the group a greater awareness of social justice issues... Full Story

Saluting the new and the old in Catholic education by MARGARET PAVELICH
St. Vincent de Paul Elementary blessed in Niagara Falls & St. Joseph Elementary, Grimsby celebrates golden anniversary
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Retreat Centres
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Refugee Centres In St. Catharines Diocese
Names & addresses of 3 Refugee Centres in the Diocese Full Story

THE BULLETIN BOARD
Coming Events, On-going Events and Recent Happenings around the Diocese as of December, 2004. Full Story

Around the Diocese
A collection of photos of noteworthy events around the Diocese. Full Story

The poor need our help by PATRICIA WATERS
The Lord hears the cry of the poor. Blessed be the Lord. Ps. 34
How often have you heard or perhaps even sung those words at church without fully registering the meaning? Full Story

From the Bishop’s Desk
Several weeks ago the worldwide Catholic community celebrated an International Eucharistic Congress which took place October 10-17, 2004, in Guadalajara, Mexico. Full Story

Harvest of Hope campaign update
In August, Fr. Andrew Goodwin, prepared St. Martin parish in Smithville for the Harvest of Hope campaign. Full Story

Food and shelter locations across the diocese
The food and shelter locations across the Diocese of St. Catharines Full Story

Fr. Rowe receives Fr. McKenna award by JIM MARINO & MIKE D’AMELIO
The Holy Name Society of the St. Catharines Diocese held its 45th annual convention on Sunday October 24, 2004. Full Story

St. Pat’s celebrates healing mass by PAT HUDSON
On Saturday October 9, 2004, a Mass of the Anointing of the Sick was held at St. Patrick , Niagara Falls... Full Story

NCDSB announces policy on Award of Distinction
The Education Award of Distinction Policy was approved by the Niagara Catholic District School Board (NCDSB) at its meeting on October 26, 2004. Full Story

In Memoriam
Fr. Lambert Yore, O.Carm, died October 11, 2004, at age 83. Full Story

Van der Zalms digging wells in Guatemala by BOB WALSH
Ted Van der Zalm, his wife Miriam, their five children, and entourage were given a royal send-off, at St. Vincent de Paul parish in Niagara-on-the-Lake... Full Story

WATER: A vital element to survival by ELIZABETH SAUER
“Water is a vital element to survival; thus everyone has a right to it. Full Story

Pilgrimages raise over $135,000 for the poor
Special preparation for Pilgrimage Full Story

Partenaires pour un monde de justice par GILLES DESLAURIERS
Imaginez que vous êtes le gagne-pain de votre famille qui compte cinq ou six enfants. Full Story

Les paroissiens de l’Immaculée-Conception se renseignent par GERMAIN BOURGEOIS
Le lundi 4 octobre 2004, en-viron 150 membres de la paroisse se sont réunis dans la salle Mgr Gagné pour écouter le Père Jacques Fortin, le nouvel administrateur de la paroisse. Full Story

Diocese holds first annual Children’s Liturgy Conference by CLARE VENTRESCA
After months of planning, the first annual Children’s Liturgy Conference was held Saturday October 2, 2004, at St. Michael Catholic High School in Niagara Falls. Full Story

Priests hold convention in Malta by FR. RAYMOND FENECH GONZI
The International Convention for Priests was held October 18-23, 2004 in Malta. Full Story

Brock students experience solidarity abroad by RAOUL MASSEUR
There is an interesting partnership and association developing between the Diocese of St. Catharines and Brock University... Full Story

The Bulletin Board
Information about upcoming,ongoing and recent happenings around the Diocese Full Story

Around the Diocese
A collection of photos of recent happenings in the Diocese Full Story

Campaign Launched across Diocese
Ten years ago (September 1994) Bishop John O¹Mara opened the first Diocesan Congress where the laity of the diocese were asked to set the priorities for the future of our Church. Full Story

Foundation of Faith
The people of God, united in faith and in practice, have a long and diverse history in southern Ontario. Full Story

LES RACINES DE NOTRE FOI
Le peuple de Dieu, réuni par la pratique de sa foi, possède, dans le sud de l’Ontario, une histoire à la fois longue et diverse. Full Story

Harvest of Hope- An overview
We approach the future full of hope because God loves us. Full Story

La moisson de l’espoir
Nous envisageons notre avenir plein d’espoir car Dieu nous aime. Full Story

Supporting The Clergy
The clergy devote their lives to service of the Church and its ministries. Full Story

L’appui de notre clergé
Les membres de notre clergé consacrent leur vie au service de l’Église et de ses saints ministères. Full Story

Clergy Aid Fund - $6,400,000
Retired priests are the link with the believing and worshiping generations of the past. Full Story

Fonds de secours du Clergé - 6 400 000$
Nos prêtres retraités cons-tituent notre lien avec les générations passées de croyants et de fidèles. Full Story

Special Needs of Retired priests - $1,000,000
The Clergy Aid Fund is designed to provide for the housing and retirement income of retired priests. Full Story

Besoins spéciaux des prêtres retraités - 1 000 000$
Le Fonds de secours du clergé est destiné à pourvoir au logement et au revenu de retraite de nos prêtres retraités. Full Story

Seminarian Education - $2,000,000
Jesus calls forth men to serve the Church through the sacramental life. Full Story

Éducation des séminaristes - 2 000 000$
Jésus appelle certains hommes au service de l’Église par l’entremise de la vie sacramentale. Full Story

Diaconate Ministry - $1,800,000
A deacon is a man who has been called by God and the Church and has been ordained for a specific type of service... Full Story

Ministère des diacres 1 800 000$
Un diacre est un homme qui a répondu à l’appel de Dieu et de l’Église et qui a reçu l’ordination à un triple ministère au sein du diocèse... Full Story

Religious Education and Faith Development Programs
Our Catholic faith is universal—one teaching, one Church and one Body of Christ. Full Story

Programmes de formation de la foi
Notre foi catholique est universelle - un seul enseignement, une seule Église et un seul corps du Christ. Full Story

Lay Education Ministry - $400,000
For many of us, Sunday Mass serves as our only tool for understanding the mysteries of our faith. Full Story

Ministère d’éducation des laïques - 400 000$
Pour bon nombre d’entre nous, la messe du dimanche représente le seul outil à notre disposition... Full Story

Youth and Young Adult Ministry - $1,000,000
The youth of today are the Church of tomorrow. Full Story

Ministère de la jeunesse et des jeunes adultes - 1 000 000$
Les jeunes d’aujourd’hui représentent l’Église de demain. Full Story

Diocesan and Parochial Needs Current and Future Diocesan Needs - $4,000,000
In addition to the pastoral and administrative functions that the bishop and his staff fulfill, many services are provided each year through the Diocesan Catholic Centre in Thorold. Full Story

Besoins présents et à venir du diocèse - 4 000 000$
À chaque année, en plus de remplir les fonctions pastorales et administratives, l’évêque et son personnel fournissent plusieurs ser-vices par le biais du Centre catholique de St. Catharines. Full Story

Campaign Budget and Professional Fees - $1,390,000
As with any effort of this nature, an investment is required in order to... Full Story

Dépenses de campagne et honoraires professionnels - 1 390 000$
Comme pour tout effort de ce genre, un investissement significatif est nécessaire... Full Story

Parish Facilities, Ministries and Programs - $2,000,000
We each experience our faith most immediately and intimately in the local parish community and... Full Story

Infrastructures paroissiales, programmes et saints ministères - 2 000 000$
Nous éprouvons tous notre foi de la façon la plus immédiate et intime au sein même de notre communauté paroissiale. Full Story

The Church of the Diocese of St. Catharines needs you
You have an exciting opportunity to work with others and to move successfully forward in this new millennium... Full Story

L’Église du Diocèse de St. Catharines a besoin de vous!
Vous avez une merveilleuse occasion de travailler avec d’autres... Full Story

Ways You Can Invest
Your campaign gift can take a variety of forms with an emphasis on those that can be used immediately. Full Story

Façons d’investir
Engagements d’argent comptant – Les engagements échelonnés permettent aux donateurs d’envisager une contribution plus importante que celle d’un don unique. Full Story

In Memoriam - Fr. Philippe Labelle
Fr. Philippe Labelle died August 10, 2004, at age 85 Full Story

The patchwork quilt for Fr. Stan Pietlock's 25th by PATRICIA WATERS
Drop by Star of the Sea parish in Port Dalhousie any Tuesday after morning Mass and you will find the “Star stitchers” busy quilting. Full Story

Fr. Peter Rowe celebrates 25th anniversary
On May 30, 2004 parishioners and family members gathered for an early celebration of Fr. Peter Timothy Rowe’s 25th anniversary... Full Story

Fr. Raymond Fenech Gonzi 25th with special prish celebrations by JOE BARKOVICH
On June 16, 2004, Bishop John A. O'Mara gathered with 34 priests for an informal and fraternal lunch at St. Ann parish hall... Full Story

Sr. Amanda takes first vows by JOE BARKOVICH
A young woman’s first religious profession of vows, September 5, 2004, at St. Mary’s in Welland, was “a day of great rejoicing for the whole church of Christ,”... Full Story

Nine Grads Receive Bishop Awards
The Diocese of St. Catharines provides a Bishop's Award in the amount of $500 to be given to a graduating student in each of the St. Catharines Diocese Catholic high schools... Full Story

CWL introduced Rosary Program to St. Marks by MICHELLE MACKEY
Last year with the support of Bishop James Wingle and in recognition of 2003 as the Year of the Rosary... Full Story

Pray the Rosary
The mysteries of the Rosary Full Story

Teachers retiring from NCDSB
Congratulations are extended to the teachers of the Niagara Catholic District School Board who retired during the 2003-2004 school year.
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NCDSB principal & vice principal changes 2004–2005
NCDSB principal & vice principal changes 2004–2005 Full Story

Fr. Mulligan to address Distinguished Speaker Night by JOE BARKOVICH
Well known Catholic educator and author, Fr. Jim Mulligan, will be the guest speaker at the 7th annual Distinguished Speaker Night at St. Kevin’s... Full Story

Pilgrimage to Russia by FR. FRANK LaPRAIRIE
In June 2004, 34 participants from Canada and the USA visited countless churches, cathedrals, monasteries, chapels and shrines during a pilgrimage to Russia hosted by... Full Story

OECTA announces new scholarship by FRANK PASCUZZI
In June 2004, Larry Newton, president of Niagara secondary unit of Ontario English Catholic Teachers Association (OECTA) and Joe McDonald, president of Niagara elementary unit of OECTA, announced a new scholarship award... Full Story

A fond farewell
Two events were held recently in celebration of the retirement of Fr. Peter Botman and Fr. George Coppens at St. Patrick, Caledonia. Full Story

Koreans proud of their Catholic heritage by KATE PURCELL
I came to Korea in October 2003 to teach English as a Second Language as many Canadian expatriates have done. Full Story

St. Mary CWL celebrates 80th Anniversary
At a Mass of Thanksgiving on May 2, 2004, the CWL of St. Mary, St. Catharines, celebrated 80 years since the establishment of their council. Full Story

St. Michael, Dunnville Completes Reconciliation Room
A newly constructed Reconciliation room now enhances the back of St. Michael church in Dunnville. Full Story

Retreat Centres and Refugee Centres in the Diocese
Information on Loretto and Mount Carmel Retreat Centres and the Refugee Centers - Casa el Norte, Chez Marie Refuge and St. Clare House Full Story

THE BULLETIN BOARD
Details of Coming Events, On-going Activities and Recent Happenings in the Diocese as of October 2004 Full Story

Around The Diocese
A collection of photographs celebrating Diocesan events Full Story

The ‘Class’ of 2004 by JOE BARKOVICH
Gatherings like the graduation celebration hosted May 20, 2004, by the Niagara Catholic District School Board, can be bittersweet, said Bishop James Wingle of St. Catharines Diocese. Full Story

Pope sends greetings and encouragement to grads
The Holy Father was pleased to learn of the graduation ceremony taking place for the students of the secondary schools of the Niagara Catholic District School Board. Full Story

From the Bishop’s Desk
Similar to last year, in this issue of the Vineyard, we have presented the financial information for the diocese. Full Story

New priest ordained for diocese by JOE BARKOVICH
Choosing to become a priest gives William Alakas a share in Christ’s teaching mission, his sacrifice and his shepherding care. Full Story

Diocesan Finance Council
The finance council of the Diocese of St. Catharines is a group of people with skills and expertise in finance, administration and law. Full Story

Clergy Aid Fund
The Clergy Aid Fund was established by the diocesan priests to provide a modest retirement income for priests who retire from active parish duty, usually at age 75. Full Story

Harvest of Hope Campaign
Bishop Wingle seeks lay involvement in capital campaign
Sharing one message with 46,000 families is a difficult task for one person to complete. Full Story

Diaconate formation a conversion of the heart by BILL MCINERNEY
The formation program for deacons is one in which the academic pursuit takes a secondary role to a series of conversions... Full Story

Diocesan CWL holds 46th annual convention by MARY ANN YAROMICH
The St. Catharines diocesan council of the Catholic Women’s League of Canada held its 46th annual convention on May 26, 2004... Full Story

St. Stephen CWL celebrates milestone by JOANNE PLAENKSKEN
The CWL at St. Stephen in Cayuga is one of the oldest councils in Canada. On March 14, 1924, the National Catholic Women’s League granted charter #193 to the ladies of St. Stephen’s. Full Story

General Dallaire inspires Catholic graduates by JOE BARKOVICH
Catholic education has a proud and enviable record preparing students for life in the global community, but... Full Story

Dallaire Addresses Partners In Education by JOE BARKOVICH
At the Partners in Catholic Education seminar, Dallaire told school council chairs, clergy, trustees, senior administration and principals, Canadians should be pushed to the limit... Full Story

Home, school, parish focus of council convention by FRANK IANNANTUONO
On May 1, 2004, the Niagara Catholic District School Board in conjunction with the Niagara Catholic Regional School Council, hosted a spring convention... Full Story

Niagara Catholic schools celebrate new facilities and additions - Part 1
Information & photos about some of several recent school projects by the Niagara Catholic District School Board Full Story

Niagara Catholic schools celebrate new facilities and additions - Part 2
Information and photos of several recent school projects by the Niagara Catholic District School Board Full Story

Hommage à Madame Thérèse Milot par HENRIETTE BASSET et GISELE MCGOWAN
Lors du banquet annuel de la paroisse Immaculée-Conception, les paroissiens ont tenu à honorer Thérèse Milot... Full Story

JMJ 2004 à Montréal par GILLES DESLAURIERS
Une dizaine de jeunes pèlerins des quatre paroisses francophones de la Péninsule du Niagara ont participé à un grand rassemblement JMJ à Montréal du premier au quatre avril derniers. Full Story

Retraite pour les confirmands de St. Catharines par JEAN CHARTRAND
Sous la direction de Soeur Lucille et de Mme Rioux, le comité de la pastorale de Jean-Vanier animait le mercredi 7 avril une retraite pour les confirmands des écoles Immaculée-Conception et Sainte-Marguerite-Bourgeoys. Full Story

Socialites foster spirit of welcome at Cathedral by IDA SLATER
How many times have you heard it said that people are so unfriendly in church—that they do not speak to one another... Full Story

Sacred Heart finds unique way to aid SHARE LENT by ANNE JEDDRY
Sacred Heart parish in Chippawa, by drilling an imaginary well, found a creative way of participating in the Development and Peace SHARE LENT program.
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Social justice theme of Spirituality Week by BEV CAREW
The School Council Spirituality Committee, in collaboration with staff and students at St. Gabriel Lalemant Catholic School in Niagara Falls, launched an exciting new project called Spirituality Week... Full Story

Brophy named principal of the year by CLAIRE DODGSON
On April 23, 2004, Tom Brophy was one of seven principals honoured at the Catholic Principals‚ Council of Ontario Annual General Meeting... Full Story

West end honours Catholic Leadership
On May 5, 2004, the Brant Haldimand Norfolk Catholic District School Board (BHNCDSB) celebrated young leaders... Full Story

THE BULLETIN BOARD
A collection of announcements about coming events, ongoing events and recent happenings in the Diocese Full Story

Diocesan Financial Report
Expense Budget - 2004, Income & Expenses - 2003 and Explanation of Expenses Full Story

New Catholics continue their Journey of Faith by FR. STAN PIETLOCK
On February 29, 2004, Bishop James Wingle officiated at the Rite of Election at the Cathedral of St. Catherine of Alexandria where 48 catechumens signed the Book of the Elect. Full Story

Neophyte
Neophyte Mass Full Story

Catholic Education Week 2004
The Catholic school community celebrates Catholic Education Week May 2-7, 2004. Full Story

From the Bishop’s Desk
Christ is Risen! With hearts full of wonder and praise we hear the ancient song of Easter praise: Full Story

In Memoriam - Lorraine Collee
In Memoriam - Lorraine Collee Full Story

Did you know? The Angelus: by LOU CAHIILL
Did you know? The Angelus: An old tradition
still rings in the diocese
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Prayer for Vocations
May 2, 2004, is the World Day of Prayer for Vocations. Full Story

“Abortion hurts women” theme of pro-life message by MARLENE TERSIGNI
These three simple words have become the new theme of the pro-life message and will go a long way toward saving women and... Full Story

New teachers begin journey of faith by COLLEEN BRAZEAU
Through a partnership between the Niagara Catholic District School Board (NCDSB), the Diocese of St. Catharines and the Brock University Faculty of Education, comes the promise for... Full Story

In His Presence offers spiritual support by BERT MONSTER
In His Presence is a lay charismatic renewal group within the St. Catharines Diocese that provides spiritual support... Full Story

Lifelease: living the good life by COLLEEN HAYES
The Lifelease Non-Profit Residence (St. Catharines) Corporation operates two residences in St. Catharines. Full Story

Harvest of Hope Campaign
Pilot parishes set the pace for Harvest of Hope.
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Des paroisses pilotes donnent le ton à la campagne « La moisson de l’espoir »
Les paroissiens et paroissiennes de la Paroisse du Sacré-Coeur à Welland et de la Paroisse St. Thomas More à Niagara Falls prennent connaissance de la campagne « La moisson de l’espoir ». Full Story

Semons pour l’avenir par GILLES DESLAURIERS
"640 000$! Jamais on pourra prélever une somme pareille!" "Avec les fermetures d'usines, les pertes d'emplois, beaucoup de familles ne pourront pas contribuer à une telle campagne." Full Story

Honneur à Monsieur Gaston Gaboury par HENRIETTE BASSET
Lors de son banquet annuel, la paroisse Immaculée-Conception a honoré trois de ses membres pour leur engagement et leur dévouement pendant de nombreuses années. Une de ces personnes est monsieur Gaston Gaboury.
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Respect for Life Mass brings Diocese together by MARC JAMES
"God has chosen us to receive the gift of life and the gift of faith," Bishop James Wingle told a large gathering of Catholic families and... Full Story

Niagara's Retreat Centres - Mt. Carmel Spiritual Centre
A profile in words and pictures of Mt. Carmel Spiritual Centre Full Story

Niagara's Retreat Centres - Loretto Christian Life Centre
A profile in word and pictures of Loretto Christian Life Centre Full Story

Partners in education focus on vision of Catholic schools by FRANK IANNANTUONO
On November 3, 2003, the Niagara Catholic District School Board (NCDSB) in partnership with the Diocese of St. Catharines hosted a symposium on Catholic education... Full Story

Partners in education focus on vision of Catholic schools by FRANK IANNANTUONO
On November 3, 2003, the Niagara Catholic District School Board (NCDSB) in partnership with the Diocese of St. Catharines hosted a symposium on Catholic education... Full Story

Senate gives students voice in board policies by MEGHAN BODIS
The Niagara Catholic District School Board (NCDSB) student senate is composed of two senior student representatives from each of the eight high schools within the school board. Full Story

Grade 8s campaign for Third World water resources by CRAIG WINSLOW
Recently I completed the Religion Part II course offered by the Ontario English Catholic Teacher’s Association (OECTA). Full Story

Warehouse of Hope projects give aid to Third World by BOB WALSH
Bert Wilson, general manager of Niagara Warehouse of Hope, reported that in 2003 the Warehouse shipped twelve 40-foot containers to... Full Story

Students to participate in Historica fair
Students from 14 Niagara Catholic School Board schools are getting their projects ready for the Historica Fair Full Story

Mt. Carmel hosts evening for married couples by BEV CAREW
On February 14, 2004, 44 couples from the Diocese of St. Catharines made Valentine’s Day very special... Full Story

Young adults gather to share faith journey by BEV CAREW
Renewing the Vision was the theme for the first bi-annual Canadian Youth Ministry Conference for adults hosted by the Diocese of London, February 20-22, 2004. Full Story

Luncheon Rosary Circle
The St. Patrick parish CWL and staff of St. Patrick Catholic Elementary School, Port Colborne, have invited children from Grades 1-8 to pray at a Luncheon Rosary Circle. Full Story

Workshop preps parishes for Vacation Bible Schools
On March 11, 2004, parish volunteers from across the diocese gathered to share and learn about a variety of Vacation Bible School programs. Full Story

Interesed In Theology ?
Information about the Niagara Satellite Program Full Story

Special Notice for Separated and Divorced
A workshop for Separated and Divorced Catholics Full Story

The Bulletin Board
Coming Events, On-going Activities and Recent Happenings in the Diocese of St. Catharines Full Story

Around the Diocese
A collection of photos of events from around the diocese Full Story

Diocese launches Harvest of Hope campaign
Bishop James Wingle is pleased to announce the launching of a diocesan-wide fundraising campaign entitled Harvest of Hope. Full Story

From the Bishop’s Desk
Mention of penance does not immediately bring to mind something joyful. Full Story

Inaugural Meeting - Brant Haldimand Norfolk Catholic District School Board
Haldimand Norfolk Catholic District School Board was held at the Catholic Education Centre, Brantford. Full Story

SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENTS
Annual Diocesan Mass - Respecr for Life, Neophyte Mass, Rite of Election & Interfaith Prayer for Peace Full Story

Ministry of service coming to diocese by BILL McINERNEY
Within the next several months, an exciting new program, the permanent diaconate, will begin to take shape in the Diocese of St. Catharines. Full Story

Children’s Safety Village opens in Welland by FRANK ADAMSON
The Niagara Catholic District School Board is engaged in a co-operative safety education project with various partners across the diocese.
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Board hosts 1st annual Bishop’s Gala by JENNIFER BRAILEY
On Friday January 23, 2004, over 450 partners in Catholic education gathered at Club Italia in Niagara Falls, to honour Bishop James Matthew Wingle, Bishop of the Diocese of St. Catharines at the 1st Annual Bishop’s Gala.
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FARESHARE helps move surplus food to the poor by ANNETTE URLOCKER
FARESHARE is still being shared. This organization was started 10 years ago in Grimsby... Full Story

Did You Know? by LOU CAHILL
The Catholic Church is sponsoring well organized interesting and dramatic television programs and the national audience is broadening. Full Story

St. Paul students fill backpacks for Haiti by KELLY STEPHEN
Last year St. Paul High School in Niagara Falls began a small project in an attempt to cultivate a greater sense of connection between their students and the Haitian students... Full Story

Faith Day helps build community by PAMELA WHITE
On January 30, 2004, the Brant Haldimand Norfolk Catholic District School Board dedicated a professional development day to a celebration of faith. Full Story

2nd annual Soup’sOn! hits the spot by JOE BARKOVICH
A fund-raising initiative of the food bank at St. Kevin, Welland, starts to pay off in June. Full Story

Development & Peace "SHARE LENT" Campaign 2004 - CCODP shows our light to the world
Canadian Catholic Organization for Development and Peace (CCODP) is the official international development organization of the Catholic Church in Canada. Full Story

CCODP Share Lent Collection
A Deanery -by Deanery accounting of the contributions to Shre Lent - 2002 & 2003 Full Story

2004 SHARE LENT Committee Diocese of St. Catharines
Members of the Share Lent Committee for 2004 Full Story

Thirst for Justice CCODP rushes aid to Bam by JACK PANOZZO
Development and Peace (CCODP) has sent $75,000 immediately to assist emergency relief efforts in the devastated city of Bam in southern Iran.
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Craft Sale highlights ‘fair trade’ products by FRANK FOHR
Ten Thousand Villages, a non-profit store in Niagara- on-the Lake, was invited to display some of their “fair trade” crafts... Full Story

Osons bâtir notre avenir par GILLES DESLAURIERS
Une centaine de personnes des quatre paroisses francophones de la Péninsule se réunissaient à l'église Sacré-Coeur le 31 janvier dernier. Full Story

Je m’engage …
"Avec cette célébration de la sainte liturgie dominicale, nous lançons ensemble une entreprise historique pour la paroisse ainsi que pour tout le diocèse de St. Catharines." Full Story

Félicitations et merci à nos jeunes de St. Catharines
Le dimanche, soixante-cinq jeunes de nos écoles Immaculée-Conception et Ste-Marguerite-Bourgeois à tour de rôle viennent à la messe de 9h30 à l'église Immaculée-Conception. Full Story

O’Donnell headed for the missions by NOREEN MATER
Catherine O’Donnell of St. Michael parish in Dunnville has been accepted by the Scarboro Missions as... Full Story

Confraternity comes to Queen of Angels
In April 2003 Bishop James Wingle granted permission for the establishment of the Confraternity of the Rosary at... Full Story

Week long celebration of the sanctity of marriage
The Ontario Conference of Catholic Bishops set aside February 8-15, 2004, as MARRIAGE WEEK, with February 15 being Marriage Sunday. Full Story

Refugee Centres
Refugee Centres within the Diocese of St. Catharines
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Retreat Centres
Upcoming events at Loretto and Mount Carmel Retreat Centres Full Story

Young adults gather to share faith journey by DEBBIE SHELDRAKE
The new diocesan Young Catholic Leadership Program marked its beginning with an opening retreat at Loretto Christian Centre in Niagara Falls, February 6–7, 2004. Full Story

The Bulletin Board
Coming Events, On-Going Events and Recent Happenings in the Diocese Full Story

Around The Diocese
Photos & Information about Diocesan happenings. Full Story

Diocese celebrates 45th Anniversary by SR. MARY KAY CAMP
The Diocese of St. Catharines marked its 45th anniversary on November 25, 2003, with a celebration... Full Story

Midnight Mass Broadcast
70th annual broadcast of Midnight Mass from the Cathedral of St. Catherine of Alexandria
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Important Announcement from Niagara Catholic School Board
Niagara Catholic District School Board presents the 1st annual Bishop’s Gala Dinner Dance.
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Bishop’s Christmas message
Christmas is a beautiful feast. Full Story

View from the Pew by BOB FOLEY
Christmas is almost upon us again and the next three days will see a flurry of last minute activity in preparation for the inevitable family gatherings and good cheer. Full Story

N.O.T.L. CWL marks 80 years of service by CLAIRE COAKELEY
On Sunday, October 26, 2003, hymns of praise and thanksgiving resonated at a special Mass to celebrate the 80th anniversary of the Catholic Women's League at St. Vincent de Paul, Niagara-on-the-Lake. Full Story

Marriage Tribunal: A healing ministry by MARGARET A. JONG
When annulments are mentioned in the secular media, it is usually to cast stones at the Catholic Church. The annulment process, and therefore the Catholic Church, is criticized... Full Story

Centres give haven to refugees seeking asylum Did You Know? by LOU CAHILL
Webster's Dictionary defines the word refugee as a person who flees, especially to a foreign country, to escape an oppressive government, religious persecution, or an invading army. Full Story

Refugees theme of Leddy’s Distinguished Speakers address by JOE BARKOVICH
Mary Jo Leddy speaks softy, and slowly, and with a gentle passion about her work and life with refugees. Full Story

Star of the Sea parishioners attend stewardship conference by FR. STAN PIETLOCK
Last year, in October 2002, the International Catholic Stewardship Conference was held for the first time outside the United States, across the street from Toronto’s city hall. Full Story

Celebration of the stewardship of secretaries and bookeepers in the diocese
Secretaries and bookkeepers from across the diocese gathered at St. Julia parish on November 12, 2003, for the 3rd annual Advent Day of Reconciliation. Full Story

Church and school celebrate Saint’s Feast by SHIRLEY HOUSE
On November 16, 2003, the parishioners of St. Elizabeth's in Wainfleet and the students of St. Elizabeth Catholic Elementary School, celebrated together the feast of their patron saint. Full Story

St. Patrick's holds Memorial Mass by PAT HUDSON
The annual memorial Mass for parishioners who lost a loved one during the past year was concelebrated by... Full Story

2 special CWL celebrations
St. Mary/St. Ann parishes in Hagersville and St. Alexander, Fonthill celebrate special CWL anniversaries. Full Story

Names of those celebrating Special Anniversaries, 2003
The Diocese held its special celebration of the 45th anniversary of the founding of the diocese and honoured significant anniversaries for clergy & married couples at the Cathedral on November 25th, 2003. Full Story

Notre Église est en crise ... Quoi faire? par GILLES DESLAURIERS
"Nous nous réunissons aujourd'hui, en provenance de quatre différentes paroisses francophones de la Péninsule parce que nous constatons qu'ensemble nous formons l'Église francophone de la Péninsule. Full Story

Journée de ressourcement par FRANCINE MARION
La journée de ressourcement au Centre diocésain de St. Catharines a commencé avec le chant thème Viens bâtir en Église dirigé par Soeur Gisèle... Full Story

Local Youth Co-ordinators Retreat and Announcement of Youth Ministry Conference for adults
Twenty parish youth co-ordinators from across the diocese gathered at Loretto Spiritual Life Centre and a conference is announced for Adult Youth ministry. Full Story