O When the Saint Came Marching In

Neil MacCarthy

It’s been 15 years this week since a saint came marching on to Canadian soil. On July 23, 2002, then Pope John Paul II arrived in Toronto for World Youth Day celebrations. We pray that many more saints are following in his footsteps, inspiring others through their example and witness.

The Sacred Art of Fasting

Muneeb Nasir

On June 27th, 2014 the Intercultural Dialogue Institute (IDI – GTA) held a Pre-Ramadan Dinner at the Art Gallery of Mississauga as part of its annual series of “Community Iftar (fast-breaking) Dinners” during the month of Ramadan. Read the address by Muneeb Nasir here. 

Healthcare Has No Borders

Petula Fernandes

Coming back to Canada after a summer internship at an emergency clinic in Jerusalem, Petula Fernandes recounts stories of selflessness that aren't found in headlines.