The Dying Healed workshop teaches important issues about human suffering, human dignity and the power of human presence, as well as other end of life issues. For more information contact the diocesan Hospital Chaplaincy office (306) 659-5839.

Sociologist Dr. Angus Reid and MD, author and ethicist Sr. Nuala Kenny were welcomed by Bishop Mark Hagemoen at a diocesan Study Day Oct. 19 in Saskatoon. While there has been declining church attendance in recent decades, studies on faith, prayer and attitudes toward religion show that many retain a belief in God and a faith connection, contradicting the idea that religion is passé in our society, said Dr. Reid in his presentation. Sr. Kenny challenged listeners to reclaim their baptismal role of caring for the vulnerable in the face of legalized Medically Assisted Death.

Sr. Nuala Kenny, a paediatrician, educator, and author of "Rediscovering the Art of Dying – How Jesus’ Experience and Our Stories Reveal a New Vision of Compassionate Care" spoke at a diocesan Study Day Oct. 19 in Saskatoon, calling on Catholic faith communities to accompany the vulnerable -- including the sick, the suffering, the elderly, and the dying. Study Day also included a presentation by Dr. Angus Reid, Canadian sociologist and pollster

"I urge you to join me in prayer for the victims of sexual abuse, and to recommit ourselves to the protection of all vulnerable people in every situation....." - Bishop Mark Hagemoen