July 24, 2024
Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops (CCCB) President Bishop William McGrattan today reaffirmed the Catholic Church’s commitment to reconciliation with Canada’s Indigenous peoples to mark the second anniversary of Pope Francis embarking upon his penitential pilgrimage to Canada.
In a CCCB communique called a “Letter to the People of God,” the bishops outlined the financial support, record-sharing, dialogue events and other initiatives launched to address the pontiff’s call for justice, healing and understanding. The message also reprised the call for Catholics nationwide to engage in these efforts.
McGrattan reflected upon the impact of Pope Francis’ visit, especially the historic apology in Maskwacis, Alta., before elders and residential school survivors, and the importance of accompanying Indigenous peoples shoulder to shoulder.
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