One of Brother André's greatest wishes was to have a small chapel dedicated to Saint Joseph on the side of Mount Royal. Having placed a small statue of Saint...
Faith
Death, a passage to Eternal Life
Every year, on November 2nd, the Catholic Church invites us to a time of reflection and prayer to commemorate our deceased loved ones, commonly referred to as "All Souls'...
Four Significant Encounters of Brother Ubald Parr with Saint Brother André
In 1999, Father Mario Lachapelle, c.s.c., had the opportunity to invite Brother Ubald Parr, c.s.c., the dean of staff at the Oratory and now deceased, to give a presentation...
Devotion to Saint Joseph
In 2024, we celebrate the 400th anniversary of Canada's dedication to Saint Joseph. Many religious institutes and congregations in Quebec have a deep affection for him, often tracing it...
Saint Joseph, Nurturing Father
In 2024, we celebrate the 400th anniversary of Canada’s dedication to Saint Joseph. Many religious institutes and congregations in Quebec have a deep affection for him, often tracing it...
There, in the Heart of Our Lives
There, in the Heart of Our Lives A recent advertisement from an insurance company had a recurring theme in recent months: THERE. All human beings are unique, in their...
World Youth Days
We had the grace and privilege of participating in the World Youth Days from July 23rd to August 9th in Portugal. We had a beautiful experience that was both...
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,...
Lenten journey with Jesus
Lenten journey with Jesus Christian Lent always begins with Ash Wednesday and ends with Palm Sunday, which opens the door to Holy Week. It is a 40-day journey of...