The funeral for one of Montreal’s best-known Roman Catholic priests will be held Monday, November 16 at St. John Brébeuf Parish, where he had served as pastor for 10 years.

For the second consecutive year, the Archdiocese of Montreal’s Social Action Ministry Office and the Assembly of Quebec Catholic Bishops (Council Church and Society) are joining their voices with those of many other individuals and public organizations in co-signing a declaration published Saturday, November 7 in the newspaper Le Devoir calling for peace and the non-militarization of conflicts.

We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of Father John Emmett Walsh, who died unexpectedly today from a massive heart attack, in Montreal, Quebec, at the age of 78.

In his video message on his prayer intention for November, Pope Francis emphasizes that progress in robotics and artificial intelligence (AI) be oriented “towards respecting the dignity of the person and of Creation”.

On November 3rd, Le Pont Centre celebrated three years in its mission of providing services to asylum seekers. The centre is more than just a shelter; it is a place where each individual is welcomed in dignity and respect, as a member of one big family: the family of Christ.