MAY 31, 2026
United in Faith: 2026 Diocesan Celebration of Corpus Christi
The Archdiocese of Montreal warmly invites all the faithful, families, parish communities, and friends to join us for the diocesan celebration of Corpus Christi on Thursday, June 4, 2026.
The evening will begin with a Solemn Mass at 7:30 p.m. at Mary, Queen of the World Cathedral (René-Lévesque Blvd., east of Peel St.). Following Mass, the faithful will take part in a Eucharistic candlelight procession through the streets of downtown Montreal led by Archbishop Christian Lépine, bearing public witness to our faith in Christ truly present in the Blessed Sacrament. The celebration will conclude with Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament at St. Patrick’s Basilica.
This special annual celebration is a beautiful opportunity for the Catholic community of Montreal to gather in prayer, unity, and joy. Clergy, religious communities, young adults, families, and faithful from across the diocese come together to celebrate the gift of the Eucharist and to draw closer to Christ.
The Solemnity of Corpus Christi — also known as the Feast of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ — reminds us that the Eucharist is at the heart of our Christian life. Through the Holy Mass, Eucharistic adoration, and procession, we are invited to meet Christ in the sacred mysteries and bring that presence into our homes, communities, and daily lives.
For those unable to attend in person, a livestream of the Solemn Mass at Mary, Queen of the World Cathedral will be available on the
Diocesan YouTube channel >>
so that the wider community may join spiritually in this evening of prayer and celebration.
All are welcome to participate in this joyful celebration of faith in the heart of our city.
MAY 3, 2026
Nation Family & Life Week 2026
“I am with you always” (cf. Mt 28:20). Christ’s words at the moment of his Ascension set the theme for National Family and Life Week 2026, running from Sunday, May 10 to Sunday, May 17.
Families, parishes and parish groups, Church movements and associations, and schools rooted in the Catholic tradition are all invited to take time during this week to celebrate their own families: to express gratitude, offer forgiveness, or simply share meaningful moments with loved ones across generations. The week is an opportunity to bear witness to the value of life and to live out our call to love one another within our homes, our communities, and the world.
May the abiding presence of Christ bring consolation, hope, and renewal as we journey with him in prayer and through the sacraments, assured that we are never truly alone. God is with us always ” to the end of the age.”
For any questions, please call:
(514) 925-4300, ext. 206.
We wish you a National Family Week full of life and meaningful moments, filled with the presence of Christ who is always with us, a source of peace and hope.
Diocesan Centre for Marriage, Life and Family
FEBRUARY 1, 2026
Pilgrimage for Catechists
An invitation to walk, pray, and renew our mission — together with Archbishop Christian Lépine
Those who accompany others in faith know how essential it is, from time to time, to pause… to step away, to listen again to the Lord, and to allow Him to renew our hearts.
The Pilgrimage for Catechists to Italy, undertaken in the company of Archbishop Christian Lépine, is an invitation to do just that. More than a trip, it is a journey of spiritual renewal, fellowship, and missionary encouragement for those who serve the Church through catechesis and parish ministry.
Why this pilgrimage matters
Catechists and those in parish ministry give generously of themselves. This pilgrimage is envisioned as a time of receiving – a time to allow oneself to be nourished, and to reconnect deeply with the roots of our faith.
By walking in the footsteps of saints and witnesses of the faith, participants are invited to:
– deepen their personal spiritual journey and relationship with Christ;
– rekindle their sense of vocation;
– and return home encouraged, with a renewed, strengthened spirit for mission.
Sharing this experience alongside Archbishop Christian Lépine also highlights the deep communion between those who serve at the grassroots and the shepherd of our local Church.
Who is this pilgrimage for?
This pilgrimage is open to adults aged 18 and over who are engaged in pastoral ministry, including those involved in:
– sacramental preparation;
– RCIA/the catechumenate;
– youth ministry;
– accompaniment of couples preparing for marriage;
– family ministry;
– or any other role that contributes to faith formation.
JANUARY 18, 2026
A spirt of hope and peace
As we welcome the new year, Archbishop Christian Lépine invites each of us to make a resolution of kindness—an intentional commitment to nurture peace in the world around us.
He reminds us that we are capable of doing so: by choosing what is true, beautiful, and good, we can touch the hearts of others and help build a more compassionate world.
This message is one to watch and share,
as we usher in the new year in the spirit of hope and peace.