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Lectio Divina for the Twenty-first Week in Ordinary Time
Statement by the Permanent Council Regarding the Urgent Humanitarian Crisis in Gaza
"May God, rich in mercy, through the intercession of the Virgin Mary, patroness of the Holy Land and Queen of Peace, touch the hearts of all inhabitants of the Holy Land--Jews, Muslims, and Christians--so that they may open themselves to forgiveness and justice, and live peacefully together as brothers and sisters united by their common humanity..."
Video Series "Journey through Lent" - Palm Sunday of the Passion of the Lord
As we journey through Lent 2026, I am pleased to inform you that the Palm Sunday of the Passion of the Lord video of the series titled “Journey through Lent” is now available on the CCCB website:
There is also a link on the Nelson Diocese Faith Formation page.
Proposed Restrictions on Religious Freedom - Bill C-9
The Permanent Council of the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops has sent an open letter to the Prime Minister, with other government officials in carbon copy.
MESSAGE FROM BISHOP GREGORY BITTMAN
Nelson Diocese CWL Bursary
Welcomes those who are members of the League for the last 2 years to apply for a $2000 Bursary for your education!
Letter from The Most Rev. Bishop Gregory and the CISND Superintendent, Pamela Guilbault
Regarding the Tumble Ridge Tragedy
His Excellency, Bishop Gregory J. Bittman
Gregory J. Bittman was born on March 5, 1961, in Edmonton, the eldest of three boys. Gregory J. Bittman earned a diploma in nursing from the Misericordia Hospital School of Nursing and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree from the University of Alberta. He worked as a nurse for several years before entering the
Prayer Card for Pope Leo XIV
CHRISM MASS LIVESTREAM LINK
The Chrism Mass is at 7:00 p.m. on Monday, March30, 2026
PASTORAL CARE OUTREACH TRAINING
"The compassion of the Samaritan: loving by bearing the pain of the other" is the theme chosen by Pope Leo XIV for the 34th World Day of the Sick marked on 11 February 2026. Pope Leo emphasizes "a pastoral approach characterized by humility, service, and a focus on the needs of the marginalized, particularly those most vulnerable and suffering." The healing ministry of Christ clearly illustrates compassion for those suffering and in need of accompaniment."
ONE IN CHRIST, UNITED IN MISSION
SPEAKER & BEST SELLING AUTHOR: FR. LARRY RICHARDS
News and Announcements From the Diocese and Beyond
