Diocese of London

YOUNG ADULTS - THIS IS YOUR SIGN TO JOIN US!
Need a little time to slow down, reconnect with God, and prepare your heart for Advent?

Join us for our Young Adult Advent Retreat, November 20–22, at Holy Family Retreat House!

Inspired by the 2027 World Youth Day theme: “Take courage! I have overcome the world.” — John 16:33

Come away for a weekend of prayer, reflection, fellowship, and time to deepen your relationship with Christ alongside other young adults!
📅 November 20–22, 2026
📍 Holy Family Retreat House
🙋‍♀️ Ages 18–35

Cost is only $250 (including accommodations, meals and more).
Don't miss out on this opportunity to take a break from the busyness of life and make room for God.

Invite a friend and come experience the joy of growing in faith together!
Register today! dol.ca/advent-retreat…

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"I warmly invite each of you to Seoul. This is not merely an invitation to see a new city—it is a call to set out on a pilgrimage of faith, friendship, and hope."

The Diocese is organizing a pilgrimage group. Details are at this link:
dol.ca/world-youth-da…

Video Message of the Holy Father to Young People on the Opening of Regis... youtu.be/C4z6E30dEwY?si…

We invite everyone across the Diocese of London to keep Pope Leo XIV in their prayers as he recovers from surgery for lung cancer.

We pray for his healing, strength and comfort in the days ahead, and for all those caring for him.

Catholic Centennial Week 1926 - A Year of Celebration 100 Years Ago This Week
Nineteen twenty-six was a banner year for Catholic London, marking the centenary of the founding of London, and it was the apex of Bishop Michael Francis Fallon’s episcopacy. Bishop Fallon crafted a wonderful calendar of events from September 26 to October 3 to highlight the achievements of Catholic London and its many beautiful architectural monuments.

September 26 – Re-opening of St. Peter’s Cathedral and Solemn Pontifical Vespers and Benediction in the evening.. The Cathedral was closed for 18 months for a full renovation. Much of the changes and art work from the 1926 renovation are still visible today.

September 27 – Solemn Requiem Mass For the Faithful Departed of the Diocese of London and a Organ and Vocal Recital in the evening.

September 28 – Formal Opening of Brescia Hall and a Baccalaureate Service in the evening.

September 29 – Opening of the New Saint Peter’s Seminary and Solemn Benediction of the Most Blessed Sacrament at Saint Peter’s Cathedral.

September 30 – Laying and Solemn Blessing of the Corner Stone of the New Nurses’ Home at Saint Joseph’s Hospital.

October 1 – Reopening of St. Mary’s Church (London).

October 3 – Solemn Closing of Catholic Centennial Week at Saint Peter’s Cathedral and Solemn Pontifical Vespers and Benediction in the evening.
The full program (pdf) and other information is available at this link dol.ca/centennial-boo…

The Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops has released a Joint Statement of the Canadian Catholic Indigenous Council and Our Lady of Guadalupe Circle for the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. It reads in part: "Finally, we wish to acknowledge that this work must be rooted in the movement of the Holy Spirit. We invite all to continue praying for this healing journey as we look ahead to December 12, the Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe and the National Day of Prayer in Solidarity with Indigenous Peoples. May Our Lady, who came to St. Juan Diego in his own language and with the face of his people, accompany us on the path of Truth and Reconciliation."