Christmas is hope that springs forth In his 2015 Christmas message, Pope Francis reminded us that: “Where God is born, hope is born; and where hope is born,...
Spirituality
National Caregivers Week
The Family Caregivers now have a chapel dedicated to them at Saint Joseph’s Oratory.
The Cross, Our Only Hope
In this Jubilee Year, as the Church invites us to be pilgrims of hope, we can take up the surprising words from a 6th-century hymn: "Hail, O Cross, our...
Saint Brother André and the Virgin Mary
When studying Brother André's words related to the Virgin Mary, three sets of questions can arise. I will address them one by one.
With Joseph, let us walk in hope
Pope Francis has placed the Jubilee Year 2025 under the sign of hope. He invites all followers of Christ to be pilgrims of hope in a living, personal and...
Saint Joseph’s Oratory, a Place of Prayer and Healing
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...
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'...
A Glimpse at the Year 1924
In October 2024, quietly and without fanfare, Saint Joseph’s Oratory of Mount Royal will celebrate 120 years of existence. When you think about it, it’s quite overwhelming: the sanctuary...
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...