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Statement on the report from the Independent Special Interlocutor

Yesterday, the Independent Special Interlocutor Kimberly Murray released her report on an Indigenous-led reparations framework. The Independent Special Interlocutor was appointed by the government to make recommendations for a new federal legal framework to ensure the respectful and culturally appropriate treatment of unmarked graves and burial sites of children at former residential schools and associated … Continued

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Leaders continue to call for peace

October 7 marks the first anniversary of the horrifying Hamas attack on Israel. Violence has continued with the decimation of Gaza by Israeli bombing and increasing settler attacks on Palestinian communities in the occupied West Bank.

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Acting Primate invites prayer, calls for peace ahead of Oct. 7

Dear friends in Christ, October 7 marks the first anniversary of the horrifying Hamas attack on Israel. Violence has continued with the decimation of Gaza by Israeli bombing and increasing settler attacks on Palestinian communities in the occupied West Bank. In recent days, the situation in the region threatens to escalate into a full-blown war. … Continued

Jerusalem churches urge end to war in Gaza

As we rapidly approach the twelfth month of the present devastating war, We, the Patriarchs and Heads of the Churches in Jerusalem, feel compelled to once again express our grave concerns over its dire direction. For despite repeated calls for the de-escalation of violence from ourselves and the international community, the situation in our beloved … Continued

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Spiritual Care Awareness Week: October 20-26

For Spiritual Care Awareness Week, taking place October 20-26, dioceses and parishes are encouraged to honour and offer prayers for those who exercise ministries of spiritual care. Sometimes called chaplains or pastoral care ministers, these lay people and clergy work to bring the light of Christ, the love of God, and the comfort of the … Continued