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Exploring Theme: "Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops"
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September 29, 2022
Bishop of Canada deepen their commitments to walk together with Indigenous partners on the healing and reconciliation Journey
The Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops (CCCB), gathered in Plenary Assembly this week, agreed upon a series of next steps related to the painful legacy of residential schools. This work builds on previous commitments to promote access to records, educate clergy on Indigenous cultures and spirituality, and contribute $30 million to healing and reconciliation initiatives...
September 24, 2021
Statement of Apology by the Catholic Bishops of Canada to the Indigenous Peoples of This Land
We, the Catholic Bishops of Canada, gathered in Plenary this week, take this opportunity to affirm to you, the Indigenous Peoples of this land, that we acknowledge the suffering experienced in Canada’s Indian Residential Schools. Many Catholic religious communities and dioceses participated in this system, which led to the suppression of Indigenous languages, culture and...