Episcopal Commission for Justice and Peace

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The Episcopal Commission for Justice and Peace:

  • Encourages, through the light of the Gospel, reflection and activities to enhance justice and respect for people within society;
  • Assists the Canadian Bishops in their role as moral teachers in accordance with the social teachings of the Church and the CCCB's pastoral objectives.

The Commission is composed of four members. Consultants are invited to participate. The members hold four annual working sessions.

Last Updated on Tuesday, January 17 2012  
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  • The new English edition of the Roman Missal: 'Nothing More Beautiful'

    Dr. Glenn Byer is Director of the Publications Service of the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops. He holds a doctoral degree in liturgy from the Pontifical Institute of San’ Anselmo, Rome. A listing of resources to help dioceses and parishes prepare for the revised English-language edition of the Roman Missal for use in Canada is available on the website of the CCCB Publications Service, http://www.cccbpublications.ca.

     

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His Holiness Benedict XVI was elected Pope on April 19, 2005, becoming the 264th successor of Saint Peter. The Pope performs three roles: he is the Bishop of Rome, Shepherd of the Universal Church and Head of State of Vatican City.