Statement by Permanent Observer Mission of the Holy See Economic and Social Council, 9th session of the Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues On Agenda Item 7: Discussion on the reports “Impact on Indigenous Peoples of the International Legal construct known as the Doctrine of Discovery, which has served as the Foundation of the Violation of their Human Rights” and “Indigenous Peoples and boarding Schools: A Comparative Study”

The “Doctrine of Discovery” and Terra Nullius: A Catholic Response (From March 2016)

The Vatican released the program for Pope Francis' upcoming visit to Canada from July 24-29 and the itinerary for the events that will be held in Alberta, Quebec, and Iqaluit.

Stories in this issue include: -The Papal Visit -Fugitive Slave Chapel Donation -175 years for St. Mary’s, Maidstone -Thank you to the Basilian Fathers from the Refugee Ministry -St. Gabriel and St. Anne of the Lakes Reopen for Worship -Synod Update -Bishop Fabbro’s Letter to the Faithful on the Synod Summary Report (in English and French)

The town of Tecumseh is celebrating it's 100th Anniversary from July 2 - 4, 2022. For full details visit their website to see how you can take part in celebrating. www.Tecumseh.ca/Tecumseh100

Update #3 - Ste. Anne's parking lot repair.

Please see an update from the Diocese of London based on the new provincial restrictions. https://dol.ca/news/covid-19-update-from-bishop-fabbro-update-26

Update #2 - Ste. Anne's parking lot repair.

Starting on May 1st and Running to the 12th, our Family of Parishes will be hosting the Our Lady of the Cape pilgrim tour. For full details, click the title to visit our page.

ADDRESS OF HIS HOLINESS POPE FRANCIS TO THE INDIGENOUS PEOPLES IN CANADA

The policy requiring vaccination is abrogated, with some conditions, effective March 31, 2022.

The latest from the Diocese of London on covid -19 and the changes coming next week.

Vocations London in participation with the St. Peter's Seminary Vocation Committee is excited to announce the re-launch of our virtual men's discernment group titled Duc in Altum (Cast into the Deep). For those who are not aware, Duc in Altum is a virtual bi-weekly event that includes prayer, a talk, and an opportunity for discerners to spend time with our seminarians. This is for any man - ages 17 to 35 - who is still discerning their vocation. Let us continue to pray for an increase of vocations in our diocese. For more information and registration, contact: vocations@dol.ca

Ste. Anne's parking lot and drainage repair.

The season of Lent calls us to a conversion of heart. It is a time set apart for deepening our relationship with God and others, and seeking inner transformation through fasting, prayer, and almsgiving. Click the title to view the letter.