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.

The Knights of Columbus presented $70,000 to the Jim Pattison Children’s Hospital Foundation Dec. 9 during a pancake breakfast at Holy Family Cathedral – the funds were raised at the 2018 K of C Celebrity Dinner in October.

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.

"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