Brother André, a listening heart. A man of prayer and great simplicity, he embodied John the Baptist’s words to Jesus: “He must increase but I must decrease” (Jn 3:30)....
Brother André
Brother André for Life
Brother André for Life In their editions on Thursday, January 31, 1924, La Presse and La Patrie newspapers each announced the festivities planned for Saturday, February 2, to celebrate...
150th Anniversary of Brother André’s Profession, CSC.
150th Anniversary of Brother André’s Profession, CSC. February 2, 1874 – February 2, 2024 One hundred and fifty years ago, on February 2, 1874, Brother André confirmed his commitment...
A Time to Give Thanks
A Time to Give Thanks Every year in October, we celebrate Thanksgiving. This harvest time encourages us to give thanks for the bounties of nature. At Saint Joseph’s Oratory...
With Saint Brother André, (re)immerse yourself in the life-giving source of Holy Scripture.
With Saint Brother André, (re)immerse yourself in the life-giving source of Holy Scripture. Scriptures have the ability to introduce God into our lives much like the sun brings light...
Brother André, Patron Saint of Caregivers
Saint Brother André, Patron Saint of Caregivers In this month of Saint Brother André, Patron Saint of Caregivers, we want to highlight the importance of those who devote much...
A Poor Man in Whom God is Recognized
A poor man in whom God is recognized In October 1995, delegates from the poorest families in several countries came to Quebec to speak at the UN. Philippe, one...
Peace of Heart
PEACE OF HEART One day, I had the pleasure of meeting Armand and his wife. They were celebrating their 60th wedding anniversary. As a gift, they had asked a...
Devotion to Saint Joseph: a Legacy of Blessed Basile-Antoine Moreau
Devotion to Saint Joseph: a Legacy of Blessed Basile-Antoine Moreau In 1904, Brother André Bessette, a Holy Cross religious, created a shrine to Saint Joseph in Montreal. Every March,...