By Kaelanne Jordan mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org The Mary Care Centre, a Woodbrook-based sanctuary for teenage pregnant girls and their babies, was gutted by fire around 11 p.m. Wednesday […]
Archbishop Emeritus Robert Rivas OP of Castries, St Lucia delivered a touching homily at St Finbar’s RC Church on April 24 at a memorial Mass for […]
Fr Josué Frédéric Ilboudo, Deputy Head of Mission of the Apostolic Nunciature, Chargé d’Affaires, delivered the following statement at the Requiem Mass for Pope Francis on […]
By Klysha Best In a poignant Requiem Mass held April 25 at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, Archbishop Charles Jason Gordon paid tribute to the […]
Fr Gérard Francisco Timoner III OP was elected Master of the Order of Preachers (OP) at Biên Hòa, Vietnam, on July 13, 2019. He is the […]
The following is a message from the Archbishop of Port of Spain, Archbishop Charles Jason Gordon Dear brothers and sisters, As our nation approaches the general […]
Bethesda – For Persons with Disabilities has announced special initiatives for the 2025 Jubilee Year of Hope. Drawing inspiration from Pope Francis’ call to address poverty […]
By Fr Jesse Maingot OP “I am with you always, to the close of the age” (Mt 20:28). I can think of no greater fulfilment of […]
“My experience was excellent!” These words from one of our pilgrims honestly express how many felt about our Steps for Hope pilgrimage to Tortuga/Gran Couva, on […]
Archbishop Charles Jason Gordon said Catholics are anointed with Chrism for the present time, and the light of faith has to shine brightly and unambiguously even […]
Archbishop Charles Jason Gordon sees the “push-back” against the Code of Ethical Political Conduct as shortsighted and not in the interest of a mature democracy. “If […]
By Kaelanne Jordan mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org As the nation prepares for general elections, Monday, April 28, Bishnu Ragoonath, Chairman of the Council for Responsible Political Behaviour, is addressing […]
The 12th Annual Divine Mercy Conference, hosted by the Missionaries of The Divine Mercy, an apostolate of The Sanctuary of the Holy Family, was a weekend […]
Retired priest Fr Anthony de Verteuil CSSp, former principal of St Mary’s College, is seeking God’s forgiveness for those whom, he claims, have falsified accounts about […]
During the Mass for the Solemnity of St Joseph, Msgr Esau Joseph was officially made a Missionary of Mercy. Missionaries of Mercy are priests—diocesan or religious—who […]
By Klysha Best Joseph was special and extraordinary. Preaching the homily at Holy Mass for the Solemnity of St Joseph March 19 at the Cathedral of […]
Opportunity for Sea Lots and beyond By Kaelanne Jordan mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org The opening of the Eternal Light Community (ELC) Vocational School on March 17 marked a fresh […]
– Closes year with series of activities What started as two droplets grew and touched the lives of many in Trinidad and Tobago. Archbishop Charles Jason […]
Archbishop Gordon Anthony Pantin CSSp died on March 12, 2000. On the occasion of the 25th anniversary of his death, submissions were received by some of […]
The long-standing “practice” of denominational boards receiving applications and submitting suitable candidates for interview by the Ministry of Education (MoE) to fill vacancies in government-assisted primary […]
Episcopal Delegate for Youth Taresa Best Downes cautioned about labels women create for themselves that do not put God as priority. “Even if you are a […]
By Deborah de Rosia Eternal Light Community Archbishop Anthony Pantin was a beacon of love, mercy, and compassion—a man whose life was devoted to spreading the […]
By Fr Martin Sirju, Vicar General March 12 marked the silver jubilee of the death of Archbishop Gordon Anthony Pantin CSSp. His cause, as we know, […]
The Secretariat of the Trinidad and Tobago Society of St Vincent de Paul, 163 Belmont Circular Road, was broken into and items stolen. Staff found the […]
By Fr Robert Christo, Vicar for Communications This was inspired by Blessed Anthony Pantin. Growing up in Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago—the Mecca of Carnival—with […]
Women of God: Pilgrims of Hope Founded on Faith is the theme of the Catholic Women’s Conference V hosted by the The Missionaries of the Divine […]
Your go-to Q&A on the Year of Grace Q: What is a Jubilee? Where does the word come from? A: The word ‘jubilee’ comes from the […]
The Catholic Education Board of Management (CEBM) is seeking an update from the Ministry of Education (MoE) regarding the plans for rebuilding the St Dominic’s RC […]
Catholic Media Services Limited hosted its first retreat tailored to ‘Faith Communicators’ on Saturday, February 8 at St Benet’s Hall, Mount St Benedict. The retreat was […]
A Spirit-filled celebration of the Sunday of the Word of God occurred at El Dorado East Secondary School, uniting the faithful in praise, reflection, and fellowship. […]
The Trinidad & Tobago Police Service (TTPS) is continuing investigations into the assault of Fr Maurice White last week Saturday, during which his vehicle was stolen. […]
By Kaelanne Jordan mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org After “many months” of construction and restoration work, St Joseph RC Church on Abercromby Street, St Joseph, was officially reopened Friday, January […]
Archbishop Emeritus Robert Rivas OP is recuperating after being hospitalised Thursday, January 16 at West Shore Medical Private Hospital, Cocorite. He underwent tests and after a […]
Parents, school administrators and the wider society need to find other ways to discipline children. In a 90-minute discussion on the popular Eye on Dependency programme […]
The Vicar General for the Archdiocese of Port of Spain is condemning several “unfortunate” and “misguided” online videos promoting religious intolerance against various religious communities. Speaking […]
On Monday, December 30, 2024, St Joseph RC Church, Scarborough, Tobago became the second sacred site in the Archdiocese for the Jubilee Year to be opened […]
By Fr Martin Sirju, Vicar General On December 29, 2024, on the Feast of the Holy Family, the bishops throughout the world opened their Jubilee Doors […]
By Rosemarie Sant altosproducer.camsel@catholictt.org “We want our church back,” is the heartfelt plea of Brenda Ash, a lifelong parishioner of Our Lady of Immaculate Conception Church […]
Archbishop opens Jubilee Year in Archdiocese Archbishop Charles Jason Gordon spurred Catholics to “jump on board now” and accept the graces of the Jubilee Year. “We […]
A celebration and thanksgiving for members of Ministries to the Sick and Evangelization in Schools was held on Saturday, December 14, 2024, at St Charles Borromeo […]
By Dr Margaret Nakhid-Chatoor. Psychologist/Educator As the clock strikes midnight and we usher in the New Year 2025, this is usually a time for reflection and […]
The Blessed Virgin Mary plays an important role in Christian life. She bears testimony to God’s truthfulness and the many things He can accomplish in those […]
Celebrating Family Life During the Holy Year of Jubilee The upcoming Jubilee Year 2025, themed Pilgrims of Hope, offers families a unique opportunity to celebrate, reflect, […]
By Kaelanne Jordan mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org In a world where many face the trials of illness, ageing, and grief alone, the Archdiocese of Port of Spain’s Catholic Health […]
The safe space which Catholic schools can provide is one of the “biggest assets” in “tackling crime and violence in the medium to long term”, Archbishop […]
The academic block at the Seminary of St John Vianney & Uganda Martyrs urgently needs your help to ensure the safety and security of its environment. […]
By Kaelanne Jordan mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org Holy Mass celebrated at the Maximum Security Prison (MSP) on Tuesday, November 5 was more than a ceremony; it was an […]
– Archbishop at Mass for altar servers Archbishop Charles Jason Gordon urged altar servers to embrace a daily sacrifice, emphasised the importance of showing love wherever […]
Two members of the clergy launched books last weekend. Opus Dei priest Fr Mark Georges launched Introduction to Anthropology of Integration on Saturday, November 9 at […]
Archbishop Charles Jason Gordon has appealed for “no negativity on the Holy Father”. Catholics in Trinidad and Tobago should refrain from getting involved criticising Pope Francis […]
By Fr Martin Sirju Cathedral administrator As the feast of the Lateran Basilica approaches on November 9, the late Archbishop Anthony Pantin, called ‘the Father of […]
By Kaelanne Jordan mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org Trinidad and Tobago audiences are invited to experience Kingdoms, a compelling theatrical journey into the unseen spiritual forces that shape our world. […]
By Fr Robert Christo, Vicar for Communications In the Caribbean, we love festivities—to gather with family, friends, or even to remember those who have gone before […]
By Fr Robert Christo -Vicar for Communications As we celebrate Divali in Trinidad and Tobago, a land rich in diversity and faith—we honor a special victory: […]
By Kaelanne Jordan mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org The Living Water Community Chapel will host a special Mass and book launch Sunday, November 10, to celebrate Walking Together: Caribbean Reflections […]
By Kaelanne Jordan mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org For the first time in several years, a Mass will be celebrated at the Maximum Security Prison (MSP) Tuesday, November 5 […]
By Fr Robert Christo, Vicar for Communications Trick, treat, or trouble? Halloween in the Caribbean is growing in popularity. To some, it may feel like just […]
Since May, 424 Music has been on tour across the Archdiocese, performing at parish, school, and archdiocesan events. Tobago contributor Gabrielia Sooklal shares on their visit […]
The Office of Vocations in the Archdiocese of Port of Spain promotional arm, affectionately known as “Generation S,” is on a mission to inspire a passion […]
By Klysha Best There is a progressing and troubling decline in literacy and numeracy in Trinidad and Tobago and the Adult Literacy Tutors Association (ALTA) is […]
Delivering the homily at the Mass at the final instalment of Laventille Devotions October 13, Fr Harold Imamshah urged Catholics to become the people who bring […]
Practical Expressions of Hope As the Catholic Church prepares for the Jubilee Year 2025, the chosen theme Pilgrims of Hope was the subject of Episode 2 […]
The Catholic Commission for Social Justice (CCSJ) has called for a significant shift in the country’s stance on capital punishment as the World Day Against the […]
Photo (screen grab) and story by Kaelanne Jordan mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org The Cathedral Credit Union Co-Operative Society Limited celebrated 80 years of service with a Thanksgiving Mass […]
By Kaelanne Jordan mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org The first episode of ‘Jubilee 2025 – Origins of the Jubilee Year,’ aired September 9 and hosted by Matthew Hall featured a […]
Archbishop Charles Jason Gordon arrived in Rome as the representative delegate of the Antilles Episcopal Conference (AEC) for the second session of the XVI General Assembly […]
By Lara Pickford-Gordon snrwriter.camsel@catholictt.org The St Martin de Porres parish, Gonzales, is establishing a Homework Centre offering tuition assistance to primary and secondary students. Spearheaded […]
By Kaelanne Jordan mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org In the heart of Port of Spain, a transformative initiative is taking shape at the Living Water Community’s Ministry for Integral […]
From September 1, the World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation, to October 4, the Feast of St Francis of Assisi (the Patron Saint […]
As Trinidad and Tobago’s Minister of Finance, Colm Imbert, prepares to deliver what could be the final budget speech before the next general election, the Catholic […]
By Lara Pickford-Gordon snrwriter.camsel@catholictt.org The restoration of the “magnificent” ancient St Francis of Assisi RC Church, Belmont is completed but, quoting a line from Christopher ‘Tambu’ […]
By Renee Smith Catholic students and staff at The University of the West Indies (UWI) gathered at the Management Lecture Theatre (MLT) for a celebration of […]
By Lara Pickford-Gordon snrwriter.camsel@catholictt.org On August 1, a brief ceremony took place at President’s House for the swearing in of Sir Ellis Clarke, 58 years, as […]
Catechists play a vital role in the mission of the Church, serving as “teachers” and “bearers of the faith for the next generation,” according to Gary […]
On Monday, September 23 Archbishop Charles Jason Gordon will preside at the dedication of the 122-year-old St Francis of Assisi RC Church, Belmont at 5 p.m. […]
Abbot John Pereira OSB was discharged from San Fernando General Hospital (SFGH) on Monday, September 9, after undergoing “major surgery” almost immediately following a sudden illness […]
The Rosary Monastery is not closed but is in the process of being “suppressed”. “This is because no more nuns are left in the monastery, which […]
By Kaelanne Jordan Abbot John Pereira OSB underwent “major surgery” almost immediately following a sudden illness on Sunday, September 1 during breakfast, which doctors classified as […]
By Lara Pickford-Gordon snrwriter.camsel@catholictt.org The past year had its share of challenges and issues in the education sector, some of which cannot be resolved in […]
In the face of tragedy, some find strength. In despair, some discover hope. And in the shadow of death, some are granted a second chance at […]
From Archbishop Charles Jason Gordon We are approaching the 62nd anniversary of our Independence. And as we do so, let us celebrate all the many, many, […]
In a recent interview with The Trinidad Express, Archbishop Charles Jason Gordon shared his views on proposed changes to the Coat of Arms, replacing the three […]
In a powerful homily delivered at the Feast Day Mass at Santa Rosa RC Church, Arima, Archbishop Charles Jason Gordon addressed the complex history and future […]
“A major landmark in a journey that began several years ago,” was how Sharon Mangroo, the Chief Executive Officer of the Catholic Education Board of Management […]
By Klysha Best There are some communities within Trinidad and Tobago that just the mere mention of their names and citizens will immediately link it and […]
Around 10 a.m. today, Thursday, August 15, an alleged bandit fleeing from the Trinidad and Tobago Police Service (TTPS) crashed into a police vehicle at the […]
By Archbishop Emeritus Robert Rivas OP The first hurricane to pass this season, Beryl the terrible, devastated some of the islands of the Southern Grenadines with […]
—Archbishop to students Archbishop Charles Jason Gordon has instructed young Catholics pursuing overseas studies to remain anchored in Jesus Christ and the traditions of the Church. […]
The damaged statue of Our Lady of Fatima at Our Lady of Fatima RC Church and Marian Shrine, Laventille, was taken down on Friday, July 19 […]
Archbishop Rivas at Jesus Explosion In a thought-provoking homily delivered to close Jesus Explosion XXII on July 21, Archbishop Emeritus Robert Rivas OP challenged his audience […]
Archbishop Charles Jason Gordon said it was no accident that a portrayal of artist Leonardo Da Vinci’s Last Supper was presented with drag queens at the […]
In the wake of a tragic weekend marked by the murder of 19 individuals, The Catholic News reached out to Vicar General Fr Martin Sirju and […]
Fr Stoute at opening Mass of Jesus Explosion XXII By Kaelanne Jordan mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org Last weekend’s three-day Jesus Explosion XXII, held at Bishop Anstey High School East […]
On Sunday July 28th the Universal Church celebrates grandparents and the elderly. We extend our appreciation, particularly to those grandparents who have also served as educators […]
By Kaelanne Jordan mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org My first introduction to The Children’s Ark was through the news of the Learning Centre for migrant children in Penal. Simone de […]
The Archdiocese of Port of Spain is gearing up for a significant event in the Catholic calendar: Jubilee Year 2025, said Fr Martin Sirju, Vicar General, […]
By Lara Pickford-Gordon The Archdiocese last week began mobilising assistance for people in the islands wrecked by Hurricane Beryl. The Society of St Vincent de Paul […]
By Lara Pickford-Gordon snrwriter.camsel@catholictt.org A full analysis is yet to be done; however, the results of the 2024 Secondary Entrance Assessment (SEA) were outstanding at particular […]
Fun, exploring, bonding, surprises, and learning are all expected with the 2024 Archdiocesan Family Life Commission (AFLC) in collaboration with the Office of Youth Ministry scavenger […]
The Catholic News extends congratulations to the students at the 118 Catholic RC schools who collected their results from the Secondary Entrance Assessment (SEA) on June […]
Rosemarie Sant “Dat is Priest!” That’s the description Fr Steve Ransome said perfectly encapsulates Roman Catholic priest Fr Trevor Nathasingh whom he described as a “priest […]
The Catholic Education Board of Management (CEBM) is “happy” with the official announcement that parents of Venezuelan migrant children can begin registering their children for school […]
“What we don’t transform, we will transmit to our loved ones, to the people we work with in ministry, to people who live with us. Sometimes […]
By Klysha Best The family and friends of the Dominican Order and the community of the Rosary Monastery bid farewell to custodian and last of the […]
Three jubilarians, Sisters Antoinette Fahey O Carm of Jesus, Nyra Anne Pajotte O Carm of The Sacred Heart of Jesus and Geraldine George O Carm of […]
Sr Roberta O’Flaherty, a Religious Sister of the Holy Faith Congregation, is preparing to return to the land of her birth, Ireland, at the end of […]
We limit our imagination, yet the mind and our imagination are intricate parts of God’s design. For a moment, visualise yourself on a cherry-picking farm, and […]
Fr d’Hereaux at Mass for Gonzales murder victims “Feel the feelings, know your feelings, know what you are experiencing inside but always know that we operate […]
Archbishop answers questions on the Eucharist, Adoration In the silence of Eucharist Adoration, clarity comes, and the heart can listen to God and what He wants. […]
Rosary/Gonzales parish priest Fr Matthew d’Hereaux is saddened by the shooting which happened in Gonzales and at the Port of Spain General Hospital (PoSGH) on Sunday, […]
The Archdiocese of Port of Spain is encouraging the Catholic faithful to say a special prayer at Corpus Christi Masses this year. Corpus Christi, considered The […]
By Klysha Best What does it mean to be on a mission? A mission signifies purposeful movement—being sent from one place to another for a purpose. […]
– Ordination of Fr Jonathan Steele O Carm By Kaelanne Jordan mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org Archbishop Charles Jason Gordon delivered a powerful homily during the ordination of Deacon […]
Archbishop: Absence of love in society, a spiritual problem The “litmus test” for the soul is how people respond to God’s invitation, said Archbishop Charles Jason […]
The Laventille/Morvant Pastoral Area is commencing fundraising to repair the Our Lady of Fatima statue by September this year. The statue was damaged by lightning on […]
“Just as the Spirit birthed the Church, the Spirit wants to rebirth the family,” said Archbishop Charles Jason Gordon preaching the homily at the special Pentecost […]
The St Joseph RC church, Scarborough, was well represented with 15 participants in The Catholic News first walk/race on May 11 at the Queen’s Park Savannah. […]
Seminarian Michael Maillard, 35, died on Tuesday, April 23 at the San Fernando General Hospital. He was from the parish of St Paul’s, Couva where his […]
In a thought-provoking address for the Closing Mass and graduation ceremony at The Seminary of St John Vianney and the Uganda Martyrs (SJVUM) Chapel, May 11, […]
The Archdiocese of Port of Spain’s Sherrinne Goodridge has been selected as the Youth Delegate to attend the International Youth Ministry Congress in Rome, Italy May […]
By Dr Margaret Nakhid-Chatoor Psychologist/Educator Co-Chair (International Association for Suicide Prevention/PAHO Conference 2024) May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Daily, we have become very much aware […]
The Catholic News (CN) inaugural Steps for Hope 5K and 1K Fun Walk on Saturday, May 11 is here. The paper, which is celebrating 132 years […]
Are you ready to lace up your sneakers and hit the pavement for a cause? The Catholic News Steps for Hope 5K and 1K Fun Run […]
A collaboration between Fr David Khan, Vicar for the Southern Vicariate, and Parish Priest at Our Lady of Perpetual Help (OLPH), and international editor and author […]
Like the disciples en route to Emmaus, the parishioners of St Paul’s Couva and by extension the citizens of Couva and environs experienced their own disillusionment […]
Catholic faithful are encouraged to give generously at the second collection for Haiti in all parish churches and faith communities this Sunday. During Mass at Archbishop’s […]
Senior Operations Manager of the Catholic Education Board of Management (CEBM) Ayanna Nero is representing the CEBM at the International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP) April 21 […]
By Fr Jesse Maingot OP Brothers and sisters! This Sunday, April 28 marks the beginning of our 33-day journey to consecrating our lives to our Eucharistic […]
By Kaelanne Jordan mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org Trinidad and Tobago’s music scene is abuzz with the release of a groundbreaking single, ‘The Call’ by Marvin ‘Mr King’ Lewis. The […]
By Fr Jesse Maingot OP There is such a thing as Eucharistic fire. It is the burning love of the Eucharistic Jesus that sets our hearts […]
The Ministry of National Security has given the greenlight for Venezuelan migrant children meeting requirements to begin entering Catholic primary schools in the new academic year […]
The power of sports is undeniable but quite often sporting events and recreation seem to conflict with religious events and practices. More than seven years ago, […]
The power of the Resurrection is alive and well in the world today and there are signs of its mystery, said Archbishop Charles Jason Gordon in […]
The crucifixion of Jesus Christ stands as the central and defining event in Christian theology, a profound mystery that has captivated the minds and hearts of […]
In the tapestry of Catholic liturgy, few events stand as profoundly significant as the Easter Triduum. Spanning three days—Holy Thursday, Good Friday, and the Easter Vigil—the […]
Many men are struggling with the “father wound” and the effects are visible in many ways. However, they can turn to St Joseph as spiritual father […]
A special collection will be taken up after Easter for Haiti. It will be sent to the Haitian Bishops’ conference for the charitable works they are […]
By Kaelanne Jordan, mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org The priesthood is a gift not to be lauded over, but a calling to accompany, to journey with. It is also not […]
The Latin American Episcopal Council (CELAM), the Latin American Confederation of Religious (CLAR), and Caritas Latin America and the Caribbean have jointly proposed March 22, as […]
By Kaelanne Jordan mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org Fifty-six years ago, on March 19, Fr Anthony Pantin CSSp was consecrated Archbishop of Port of Spain in the Cathedral of the […]
The Archdiocese of Port of Spain has collaborated with architographer Brian Lewis, author Robert Clarke, and graphic designer Melanie Archer to produce a magnificent coffee table […]
The Living Water Community (LWC) will have a year of celebration leading up to their golden jubilee on March 13, 2025. During the year, activities will […]
In an exclusive interview with Altos, President Christine Kangaloo opened up about her first year as President of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago. The anniversary […]
By Rosemarie Sant, CN contributor Catholics are being called upon to take a more proactive role in the mission of the Church, with Fr Trevor Nathasingh […]
If amid writing the Secondary Entrance Assessment (SEA) exam you start to get anxious or confused, and you’ve finished your section but can’t go on, remember […]
A sewer leak was detected at the St Peter’s (Pt Cumana) RC March 3 and reported to the Ministry of Education (MoE). The leak has “worsened” […]
Five Standard One students and two Infant One students from Las Lomas RC Primary School were sent home yesterday, Wednesday, March 13, after displaying rashes on […]
The process for the Cause of Beatification of Archbishop Gordon Anthony Pantin is “steadily moving forward”. Fr Christopher Lumsden, the Postulator of the Cause gave an […]
By Renee Smith A Lenten retreat took a different direction on Saturday, March 9 as a sea vessel widely regarded for hosting parties and fetes became […]
By Rosemarie Sant “Challenging and rewarding” – these were the two words that Her Excellency Christine Carla Kangaloo, ORTT, President of the Republic of Trinidad and […]
It is time to reclaim the positive God-given gift of human sexuality. Archdiocese Director of Pastoral Formation, Fr Matthew Ragbir said Catholics have “handed over that […]
All are invited to the official book launch of Manifestations of Faith – Preservation of Churches and Chapels, a publication of Catholic Media Services Ltd on […]
Archbishop Charles Jason Gordon said human sexuality is one of the most amazing parts of the human being and God has a plan for it. He […]
In the aftermath of the recent oil spill that has impacted beaches in Tobago and spread as far as Grenada and Venezuela, Professor Judith Gobin of […]
The Archdiocese of Port of Spain is gearing up for a major Symposium on Human Sexuality on Friday, March 8. In a March 1 interview on […]
The following homily was preached by Archbishop Emeritus Robert Rivas OP on February 11 at the Church of the Nativity, Crystal Stream, Petit Valley. “LEWWE […]
In a vibrant celebration of community, faith, and fitness, The Catholic News invites runners, and walkers of all backgrounds to participate in the Steps for Hope […]
The Catholic News Team received confirmation of the death of Fr Leo Donovan, OP today, (Saturday, February 17) from Fr Dwight Black OP, Fr Tom Lawson […]
Lay Carmelites, enabled by the inspiration of the Holy Spirit, the intercession of Our Lady of Mt Carmel and the Saints of Carmel, held our Annual […]
Archbishop Charles Jason Gordon appeared in The Catholic News’ Altos, discussing Carnival and his latest book Rekindling Our Carnival Rhythms, Reigniting Our Soul. His thesis is […]
This year, Ash Wednesday and Valentine’s Day fell on February 14 and while some think Catholics should focus only on the start of the penitential period, […]
In a thought-provoking live talk, Tae Coryatt and Darrion Narine critically examined Carnival, relationships, popular music, and wider culture through a Catholic lens. Coryatt is the […]
By Kaelanne Jordan mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org The Trinidad and Tobago Prison Service (TTPS) is actively seeking volunteer tutors proficient in CSEC Mathematics, English, Principles of Business, Principles of […]
In a recent interview on Altos, Fr Jason Boatswain, the Rector of the Seminary of St John Vianney & The Uganda Martyrs at Mt St Benedict […]
There was a ‘guard of honour’ at the Bethlehem Boys’ RC School, Besson Street, Port of Spain for ‘Sir’—Standard Two teacher Felix Brown, the Frank B […]
In a recent appearance on Altos, Deborah de Rosia, the Catholic Charismatic Renewal Caribbean Coordinator, spoke passionately about the vital importance of Scripture in Catholic life. […]
Theology must first see itself as embedded in a web of relationships with other disciplines and other knowledge, said Msgr Patrick ‘Paba’ Anthony of Castries, St […]
Cardinal Angelo de Donatis, Vicar General of His Holiness for the Diocese of Rome has accepted the presentation of the Master of the Dominican Order, Fr […]
Communal. Christ-centred. Life-giving. On April 20, 2023, the RC Belmont Pastoral Campus was blessed by Archbishop Charles Jason Gordon. It is a building that would now […]
In the first Altos interview for 2024, Fr Donald Chambers, the General Secretary of the Antilles Episcopal Conference, provided a comprehensive discussion on the contentious document […]
The Archdiocese’s Health Safety and Environment Team (HSE) is recommending parishes to “exercise preventative care” in the face of the new Covid-19 variant. Issuing an ‘Updated […]
All pupils of St Rose’s Girls RC from Wednesday, January 10 were having daily classes after several months of some pupils being at the neighbouring Rosary […]
Repairs have been completed on the roof of the Community Centre, Penal where pupils of the St Dominic’s RC School are to resume having classes. In […]
“Spread the Good News” – Theme of 24th Charismatic Renewal Caribbean Conference this weekend. In a vibrant celebration of faith and community, the Catholic Charismatic Renewal […]
Fr Gervase Girod CSSp continued to make himself present to minister to all who needed him even during his health challenges. His love continued in weakness. […]
Students of ten Catholic secondary schools received 36 of the 100 scholarships offered by government based on the results of the Caribbean Advanced Proficiency Examinations (CAPE) […]
Archbishop Jason Gordon is urging communities, families, and churches to extend the joy of Christmas by leaving the crèche up until Friday, February 2 (Feast of […]
Archbishop Charles Jason Gordon has addressed the ongoing false narratives that have generated significant media attention surrounding the Pope’s position on blessing same-sex unions in the […]
— Archbishop during annual prison visits By Kaelanne Jordan mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org Archbishop Jason Gordon’s annual prison visits have become catalysts for introspection and transformation. His words during […]
Representatives from Caribbean nations advocated forcefully for more climate funding and a transition away from fossil fuels at the recent COP28 climate talks in Dubai. Racquel […]
The Archdiocese of Port of Spain is preparing to witness another extraordinary gathering of youth leaders as the Office of Youth Ministry (OYM) hosts its first […]
“It’s not yet Christmas…. Hold back from Christmas songs.” A reminder from the Music Team of the Liturgical Commission with members Fr Kwesi Alleyne, Alana Seepersad […]
– Nuncio at Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception The testimony of the Virgin Mary prompts the question, are people capable of recognising all the good that […]
By Lara Pickford-Gordon snrwriter.camsel@catholictt.org The Face of A Listening Church is a “landmark achievement” for Archbishop Emeritus Robert Rivas OP and also the Antilles Episcopal Conference […]
By Lara Pickford-Gordon December 1 is the UN designated observance of World AIDS Day. The theme for 2023 is LET COMMUNITIES LEAD. It focuses on organisations […]
Leela Ramdeen, Consultant at the Catholic Commission for Social Justice and an Attorney-at-Law, recently delivered a thought-provoking address at a significant conference organised by The Trinidad […]
By Lara Pickford-Gordon snrwriter.camsel@catholictt.org Education stakeholders and others have welcomed the Cabinet’s decision for mandatory registration in the Military-Led Academic Training (MiLAT) Programme for students expelled […]
Catholic schools placed in nine out of ten places in the schools ranked 1 – 10 in the National Parang Association of Trinidad and Tobago Junior […]
Archbishop at Synod Gathering II There is divisiveness in the world – in families, institutions and even nations, but there’s a solution, Archbishop Charles Jason Gordon […]
By Lara Pickford-Gordon snrwriter.camsel@catholictt.org Consultant with the Catholic Commission for Social Justice (CCSJ), Leela Ramdeen is “thrilled” that T&T has not signed the new Organisation of […]
By Najette Abraham-Dominican Laity It is said that you should never wait until someone passes on from this world to let them know how you feel […]
With the construction and refurbishment of a vocational school in the area by the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Port of Spain, in collaboration with the Eternal […]
November 16 marks the International Day of Tolerance, established by UNESCO in 1995 to highlight the dangers of intolerance and the necessity of tolerance in our […]
By Renee Smith The term ‘vocation’ refers to a divine calling or invitation from God to a particular state of life that goes beyond a career […]
The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Catholic Education Board of Management (CEBM) has assured that the six Form Four students involved in a fight at […]
November is Diabetes Awareness Month. This year’s theme is Take Charge of Tomorrow: Preventing Diabetes Health Problems. In 2021, The International Diabetes Federation estimated that 14.8 […]
The Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Port of Spain, in collaboration with the Eternal Light Community, embarked on a construction and refurbishing project to establish a vocational […]
Archbishop Charles Jason Gordon recently returned from Rome, where he attended the Synod on Synodality, an event that drew considerable attention and expectations. In the November […]
The frequency in which schools are being robbed seems to be increasing. The latest incident is the La Brea RC which was targeted last weekend. Prior […]
Archbishop Charles Jason Gordon observed there are two kinds of people in the world: some want to be served, and some desire to serve everyone else. […]
The Petit Valley and Diego Martin Church Cluster in collaboration with the World Community for Christian Meditation (WCCM) will host ‘Meditation Builds Community’ November 1 to […]
The triduum of Halloween, All Saints, and All Souls is a significant three-day period in the Catholic Church, providing a time for reflection, remembrance, and spiritual […]
By Kaelanne Jordan mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org October, known as the Month of the Rosary, holds deep significance for Catholics. The month is dedicated to honouring the Virgin Mary […]
Catholic students from Catholic and government schools took part in rallies October 16 – 23 for Mission Month. A programme featuring student performances in music, song […]
Excerpts of “Catholics worldwide organize for World Day of Prayer, October 27” by aleteia.org Pope Francis has called on Catholics and everyone who desires peace the […]
By Renee Smith The local Church is continuing to make strides in nurturing a love of reading and writing in families through the collaboration of stakeholders […]
There have been nine bomb scares at Presentation College Chaguanas (PCC) since the school term began on September 4. The most recent was Wednesday, October 11. […]
How do we seek peace amidst conflict? The ongoing Israel-Palestine conflict is a complex and deeply rooted issue, marked by decades of suffering and loss. For […]
By Lara Pickford-Gordon, snrwriter.camsel@catholictt.org Corpus Christi Carmelite Sister Petronilla Joseph is a “giant” for championing the ideals of the Carmelite congregation and managing the Corpus Christi […]
There was a break-in at the Caparo RC School, Caparo Valley Brasso Road, last weekend. The crime was discovered after 6 a.m. on Saturday, October 7 […]
Embarking on a challenging pilgrimage can be a transformative experience, particularly for young people seeking meaning and adventure in their lives. On Saturday, September 9, The […]
By Raysha M Purcell, Project Manager, CEBM It is no secret that undesirable behaviours in schools are prevalent. It is an undying pain with which administrators […]
The 16th Ordinary General Assembly of the Synod of Bishops began Wednesday October 4 in Rome and runs until October 29. A wide cross section of […]
PART TWO From the Antilles Episcopal Conference Q: What scripture passage suitably informs us about the Synod? Prayerfully and reverently read Luke 24:13–35, which recounts the […]
PART ONE From the Antilles Episcopal Conference Q: What is the Synod? Synod means the People of God (laity, clergy, religious) “walking together” (Communion and Participation) […]
As Trinidad and Tobago approaches its annual budget presentation on Monday, October 2, Dr Marlene Attzs, economist and The Catholic News columnist recently shared her insights […]
By Raymond Syms, Editor editor.camsel@catholictt.org Trinidad & Tobago will become the first country outside of the United States to host the North American Secretariat (NAS) Convention […]
Archbishop Charles Jason Gordon left Thursday for Rome, Italy to represent the Antilles Episcopal Conference of bishops at the XVI Ordinary General Assembly of the Synod […]
By Raymond Syms, Editor editor.camsel@catholictt.org Maurice White, 39, and Roland Joseph, 56, were ordained deacons by Archbishop Charles Jason Gordon on Saturday, September 23 at […]
For Republic Day this year, the Catholic News Team dug into its archives and stumbled upon our Editorial from September 26, 1976! CALLED TO BE ALIVE […]
By Coreen Kirton, Official Jolly Phonics Trainer Many studies show that the most effective way to teach all children, including those with dyslexia, to read and […]
Fr Paul Zirimenya, who is deaf, was raised in Uganda, the third of nine children, including two sets of twins. He attended Catholic, Muslim, and Baptist […]
By Klysha Best When you hear the word ‘lifeline’ you may think of a safety feature on a boat, a rope that either protects you from […]
Foster culture of discipline, teamwork says Archbishop In a candid and wide-ranging interview on The Catholic News’ television programme Altos, Archbishop Charles Jason Gordon shared his […]
Acting Principal of St Mary’s College, Port of Spain, Rawle Russell issued a statement via the College’s Official Facebook Page on the death of Physical Education […]
By Andrew Fernandes Coordinator, Northern Vicariate Every September, the Church recognises the contributions of all her catechists – those whose vocation is to journey with those […]
By Kaelanne Jordan mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org Fr Kwesi Alleyne observed in his homily at the Laventille Devotions on Sunday, September 10, that when there are issues to […]
“A lot could happen in one year.” This was how Archbishop Charles Jason Gordon began his homily on the Feast of Our Lady’s Birthday on Friday, […]
It was a delayed start for some pupils of St Rose’s RC who returned to classes yesterday (Wednesday, September 6) at the north building of the […]
By Kaelanne Jordan mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org The journey towards the restoration and rededication of Our Lady of Montserrat (OLM) Tortuga, Tuesday, August 22 asserts that God enables a […]
CEBM pleas for parishioners to offer more support to RC schools As Trinidad and Tobago prepared for the reopening of primary schools, Sharon Mangroo, the Chief […]
A message from Sr Juliet Rajah CHF, Administrator of Catechetics Dear Catechists, As we celebrate Catechetical Month, I take this opportunity to express my heartfelt gratitude […]
By Kaelanne Jordan mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org Martin Luther King Jr once used the same scripture from Amos 5:24 in one of his iconic speeches, ‘I have a Dream’, […]
The Catholic Education Board of Management (CEBM) is awaiting the Ministry of Education for recommendations regarding the next step for the Ortoire RC Primary school which […]
Fr Patrick Walter Brennan OP died peacefully on September 1 at Tallaght Hospital. He was 87 years. A Requiem Mass was scheduled for 11.30 a.m. [6.30 […]
By Lara Pickford-Gordon snrwriter.camsel@catholictt.org The Victim and Witness Support Unit (VWSU) of the Trinidad and Tobago Police Service in collaboration with the Catholic Education Board of […]
The Trinity Telethon 2023 is on for a week, starting this Sunday, September 3, and ending next Sunday, September 10. It is the Trinity Television Network’s […]
In the Independence edition of Altos, Friday, August 25, anchor Neil Parsanlal chatted with Ferdinand ‘Ferdie’ Ferreira. Ferreira is an author, veteran political commentator, and witness […]
School repairs are in progress before the start of the new term Monday, September 4. “There are schools in which they are doing some fairly major […]
By Kaelanne Jordan mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org “She not looking bad for an old lady, eh?…” “When I last saw the church, it was not like this. There was […]
The founder of Bethesda Community (a Catholic community for persons with disabilities) says, “airline incident with autistic child could have been avoided.” The incident aboard a […]
Our Lady of Montserrat, a revered Roman Catholic Church located in the quiet village of Tortuga, Central Trinidad, is set to mark a significant milestone with […]
By representatives from St Joseph’s Convent, Port of Spain As young people, we face many challenges. There is a myriad of issues we must navigate and […]
by Klysha Best If you witnessed or read any of the news coming out of the August 4–11 Commonwealth Youth Games (CYG) 2023, staged for the […]
By Klysha Best People always say there are three things you don’t talk about – religion, politics, and money. Fr Stephan Alexander, General Manager of the […]
Archbishop Charles Jason Gordon will preside at the ordination of two priests for the Archdiocese of Port of Spain 5 p.m. Tuesday, August 15 at the […]
Migrant children are to be assessed prior to their entry into the national primary school system. Sharon Mangroo, Chief Executive Officer of the Catholic Education Board […]
By Klysha Best While it may seem that politicians live according to their own rules and regulations when compared to the ‘average Joe’, there is the […]
The Catholic News reporter, Renée Smith is among the group of 35 pilgrims at World Youth Day 2023. Stay connected to The Catholic News each week or follow us […]
By Renee Smith I always feel so many emotions travelling to a new country: anxious, excited, impatience, joy. It is my first time travelling to Europe […]
The Catholic News reporter, Renée Smith is among the group of 35 pilgrims at World Youth Day 2023. Stay connected to The Catholic News each week […]
By Lara Pickford-Gordon snrwriter.camsel@catholictt.org More than 2,000 student spaces have been identified across the RC Primary School system for migrant children in the new academic year. […]
By Renee Smith comms.camsel@catholictt.org If you weren’t at Holy Faith Convent, Couva on Saturday, July 22, you missed out on a mini-pilgrimage, a celebration of youth, […]
Archbishop Charles Jason Gordon says the Kingdom of God is unstoppable and will win the war against evil stalking Trinidad and Tobago if only we will […]
By Klysha Best With just over half the year crossed off our calendars and more than 300 murders already recorded, one would think that there is […]
There was a break-in at the Church of the Assumption, Maraval and an attempted break-in at the parish office on Tuesday (July 25) sometime between 3 […]
by Lara Pickford-Gordon snrwriter.camsel@catholictt.org The St David’s RC, Caroni and Bethlehem Boys’ RC, Port of Spain are among the 22 Catholic RC primary schools out of […]
In the modern world, it’s easy to become attached to material possessions. We accumulate clothes, shoes, gadgets, and more, often finding it difficult to let go. […]
By Lara Pickford-Gordon snrwriter.camsel@catholictt.org The 150th anniversary celebration of Our Lady of Mt Carmel (OLMC), Blanchisseuse is a wonderful celebration of the life of the Church […]
Good news for the migrant community in Trinidad and Tobago as Foreign and Caricom Affairs Minister Dr Amery Browne says steps are being taken to integrate […]
By Klysha Best Fr Gregory Augustine CSSp, Chairman of the Holy Ghost Fathers’ Board of Management, which manages St Mary’s College and Fatima College, says the […]
The Archdiocese of Port of Spain has completed its first financial audit for the year ended December 31, 2019. This is an historical achievement as this […]
The Catholic Education Board of Management (CEBM) welcomes the inclusion of the hair policy in the National School Code of Conduct. The new policy allows cornrows, […]
By Klysha Best The Oxford Dictionary defines the word “evolution” as a process of gradual change that takes place over many generations…” The Catholic News is […]
The Archdiocese of Port of Spain is bringing the life and energy of the 2023 World Youth Day (WYD) pilgrimage to youth of Trinidad and Tobago […]
Fr Thomas Lawson’s OP unwavering commitment, compassion and wisdom has touched countless lives in the course of his 42 years in Trinidad. Some of the countless […]
Chief Executive Officer of the Catholic Education Board of Management, Sharon Mangroo, in her congratulations to all students receiving their Secondary Entrance Assessment (SEA) results today […]
Trinidad and Tobago would not be where it is today if the religions of the country did not make a significant commitment to education and thus […]
The School in Pan programme was a timely intervention during the Covid-19 pandemic as it brought children out of fear, vulnerability, and social isolation. This was […]
By Lara Pickford-Gordon snrwriter.camsel@catholictt.org Catholic mission and identity are very important for Catholic institutions such as schools especially with today’s culture which is replacing the word […]
Catholics must not be afraid of speaking the truth even if it means being despised or ‘cancelled’ on social media, Archbishop Charles Jason Gordon told the […]
By Lara Pickford-Gordon snrwriter.camsel@catholictt.org Fr Thomas Lawson’s OP love of his adopted home and the people have not waned since his arrival October 16, 1981. His […]
There was lively discourse on social media over the past week after a screenshot of a book titled, “I am a Rainbow” began circulating. The book […]
The Caribbean Sociological Association (CASA) in collaboration with St Benedict’s College, La Romaine will be holding a one-day Symposium on Wednesday, June 21 at the San […]
Abbot John Pereira OSB has underscored that the theft at the Abbey Church of Mt St Benedict is not merely an issue of lack of respect […]
Six thousand dollars in coins were stolen from two finance rooms of the Abbey Church of Mt St Benedict Wednesday, June 14. Commenting on the incident, […]
Catholics should be conscious of how they treat others because disrespect can be an affront to the Body of Christ. “If every one of us is […]
Fr Trevor Nathasingh has passionately expressed his concerns about the state of Trinidad and Tobago, lamenting that this country is undergoing judgement, having “squandered the mercies […]
By Kaelanne Jordan, mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org Unlike the Hollywood movies where boy meets girl, and one hour later he knows everything about his partner, that’s not the case […]
The Catholic Education Board of Management (CEBM) is alarmed and saddened by the breach of the “sanctity” of the school compound following a shooting at the […]
All of the reasoning, conversations and plans of Church are geared towards: “seeking to encounter God and to know God’s Will”; discerning the presence of God, […]
For a long time, decisions have been made using the pragmatic and practical approach. Archbishop Charles Jason Gordon is now calling for the Church in Trinidad […]
To become the domestic Church, families must ask God to send His Holy Spirit. Archbishop Charles Jason Gordon also called on families to “thirst for God” […]
Archbishop Charles Jason Gordon told a Joint Select Committee (JSC) of the Parliament that Catholic schools are prepared to assist with the education of migrant children […]
The Office of Youth Ministry hosted a Laudato Si’ Awareness Day at the San Fernando Hill on Saturday, May 20. The Laudato Si’ Week 2023 was […]
The Living Water Community (LWC) will host a Rosary Crusade Procession around the Queen’s Park Savannah this evening at 6 p.m. The starting point is at […]
By Kaelanne Jordan mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org Faithful will not come to the “fullness of our humanity” without the gifts of the Holy Spirit, said Bishop Clyde Harvey of […]
A clarion call was made by the Vicar General Fr Martin Sirju for Catholic faithful to bear witness to the Body of Christ in their lives […]
Parish leaders and communities are invited to register now for the Leadership Conference hosted by The Catholic Religious Educational Development Institute (CREDI) and The Office of […]
A fundraising event to assist David Huggins with eye surgery is carded for Indian Arrival Day, Tuesday, May 30 at Queen’s Hall. Tickets for ‘For the […]
The Solemnity of the Ascension of Jesus Christ, Ascension Day was Thursday May 18 and is celebrated on the 40th day of Easter. It was a […]
“The students are safe.” This assurance from Chief Executive Officer at the Catholic Education Board of Management (CEBM) Sharon Mangroo as she provided The Catholic News […]
The break-in at the St Augustine RC Church, Southern Main Road, Cunupia and the desecration of the tabernacle with the Body of Christ was shocking for […]
If you’re not familiar, every year in May, the Universal Church celebrates World Communications Day (WCD) guided by The Holy Father’s World Communications Day message and […]
The Archdiocese of Port of Spain issued a statement via its official Facebook account on a report of theft at St Augustine RC Church in Cunupia. […]
– Archdiocesan HSE Team While the World Health Organization (WHO) issued a declaration that Covid-19 is no longer a global pandemic, the Archdiocesan Health, Safety and […]
By Lara Pickford-Gordon snrwriter.camsel@catholictt.org The Association of Denominational Boards of Education (ADBE) has submitted a proposal to the Teaching Service Commission (TSC) to arrive at a […]
Archbishop Charles Jason Gordon hosted an online retreat on March 23, 2023, for the Separated, Divorced and Widowed (SDW) in the Archdiocese. This retreat served to […]
From the Society of St Vincent de Paul Last year, the Society of St Vincent de Paul (SVDP) held its first ‘Poor Man’s Lunch’ at the […]
There is a need for greater collaboration between the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Port of Spain and the Children’s Authority of Trinidad and Tobago to facilitate […]
The stately Archbishop’s House is well established as the people’s house, more significantly the entire people of Trinidad and Tobago. The house has been part of […]
By Lara Pickford-Gordon snrwriter.camsel@catholictt.org Fifteen-year-old Paul Matthew Newallo, a Form Four student at St Benedict’s College (SBC), La Romaine, earned gold as part of the four […]
By Fr Martin Sirju, Cathedral Administrator It was a surreal experience visiting the National Shrine of Our Lady of the Rosary for an Acies (Legion of […]
By Kaelanne Jordan, mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org To let yourself be touched by the words of Mary in ‘The Magnificat’ can be a “dangerous activity”. “No, the Virgin Mary […]
By Lara Pickford-Gordon snrwriter.camsel@catholictt.org The St Francis of Assisi RC Building Committee is hosting a fundraising concert June 18 at the National Academy for the Performing […]
The Ministry of Education (MoE) has assured that all students at several schools across Trinidad which received emailed bomb threats were evacuated. The Trinidad and Tobago […]
Queen’s Park West boasts stately buildings known as the Magnificent Seven. Among these stands the distinctive of all buildings around the Savannah: the 1904, George Brown […]
Fr Matthew d’Hereaux , Vocations Director answers Q: The Archdiocese of Port of Spain has a thriving permanent diaconate ministry. Should I just become a permanent […]
The Roman Catholic Belmont Pastoral Campus (RCBPC), 34B Belmont Circular Road was blessed by Archbishop Jason Gordon on Thursday, April 20. The new campus houses the […]
Heavy April showers and flooding caused the suspension of classes at the Matelot RC and Matelot Community College on Monday and Tuesday. While flooding caused the […]
The NGC Bocas Lit Fest, Trinidad and Tobago’s annual festival of books and writers, is back and it’s bigger and better than ever before. What’s your […]
By Kaelanne Jordan mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org Having been closed due to restrictions imposed by the Covid-19 pandemic, the monks at Mt St Benedict were able to host a […]
By Lara Pickford-Gordon snrwriter.camsel@catholictt.org “Mercy Father, mercy, mercy!” This was the appeal for Divine Mercy Sunday as Archbishop Jason Gordon urged Catholics to access the […]
FEATURED IMAGE: The team that set Carifta records in the 4×100 and 4×50 freestyle relays (front row, left to right) Giovanni Rivas, Zachary Anthony (back row, […]
The decree allowing Catholics to participate in Masses virtually and make a Spiritual Communion is no longer applicable. Archbishop Jason Gordon made the announcement in the […]
By Kaelanne Jordan mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org Humility, love, humbleness, compassion, equality.These were some of the responses from inmates at the Carrera Convict Prison (CCP) to Archbishop Jason Gordon’s […]
The National Gas Company (NGC) Bocas Lit Fest is Trinidad and Tobago’s annual literary festival, but it is Caribbean in scope. The festival season starts with […]
By Lara Pickford-Gordon snrwriter.camsel@catholictt.org Copyright is a property right and takes effect from the moment of creation. David Bereaux emphasised this point as he addressed the […]
Archbishop Jason Gordon urged faithful to spread the message of light through their families and communities at the Easter Vigil Mass at the Cathedral of the […]
Hot cross buns can now be called ‘Mister hot cross buns’. We have to put some respect on the name of the most sought-after buns during […]
Zaya Morris, a Standard One pupil of St Brigid’s Girls’ RC School, sadly lost her life on Sunday, April 2, 2023. Together with her mother, Kemba […]
By Msgr Michael de Verteuil Chair of the Archdiocesan Liturgical Commission Pope Pius X in 1906 wrote the letter Vehementer Nos to the French bishops. In […]
By Fr Martin Sirju, Cathedral Administrator Holy Week is the most sacred time in the liturgical life of the Catholic Church. It recalls the last moments […]
Archbishop Jason Gordon imparted key advice to SEA students on Thursday, March 23, “pray as if everything depends on God, and work as if everything depends […]
By Lara Pickford-Gordon snrwriter.camsel@catholictt.org On Thursday, March 30 the Liturgical Commission will host a workshop on ‘Composing Responsorial Psalms’ with Bro Paschal Jordan OSB of the […]
“I feel very much ignored and excluded by the people who have the ability to make changes”. A statement from Angelo Kurbanali a youth voice during […]
After being postponed twice, in 2021 and 2022 owing to the Covid-19 pandemic, the consecration of the St Joseph RC Church, Scarborough will finally take place […]
The construction of a new sewer system for the St Joseph Girls’ RC Primary School commenced Wednesday, March 15. A letter from the Ministry of Education […]
Vicar General of the Archdiocese of Port of Spain, Fr Martin Sirju has commented on Police Commissioner Erla Harewood-Christopher’s recent statement that God’s divine intervention is […]
The Archdiocese of Port of Spain’s Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) Team has issued March 16, 2023, guidelines for the relaxation of some Covid-19 restrictions as […]
The average Catholic views Lent as a time of recollection, repentance, and stillness. While that is rightfully so, what tends to be overlooked is the hope […]
The journey of a seminarian begins at the Seminary of St John Vianney and the Uganda Martyrs where young men accept to be in persona Christi […]
Students of St Rose’s Girls’ RC Primary have since settled into their temporary accommodation at Rosary Boys’ RC since a portion of the school building was […]
We have much to be thankful for. In 1943, thanks to the vision and tenacity of many, and under the guidance of Count Finbar Ryan, the […]
Fifteen years after his death on March 12, 2008, reader Najette Abraham remembers Fr Michael Moses. Fr Michael Paul Moses is best remembered for his work […]
By Lara Pickford-Gordon snrwriter.camsel@catholictt.org Archbishop Anthony Pantin’s episcopal consecration was on March 19, 1968 and he took as his episcopal motto, Omni Omnibus — all things […]
The Office for the Cause for the Beatification and Canonisation of Archbishop Gordon Anthony Pantin provides an update on the 23rd anniversary of his death. In […]
As the controversy rages on alleged “government officials” complicit in human trafficking and government and the Opposition criticising each other, Archbishop Jason Gordon called for country […]
Archbishop Jason Gordon was among the persons recognised by the Scout Association of Trinidad and Tobago (ScoutsTT) last Sunday, February 26 at the Founder’s Day Celebration […]
The Lenten period is not to be an “I-centred spirituality” Vicar General, Cathedral Administrator Fr Martin Sirju reminded Catholics as he presided at the noon Ash […]
The heights of Calvary Hill, Arima resounded with the joyous sounds of prayer and music as Holy Cross College commemorated its 65th anniversary as a college […]
By Fr Martin Sirju The Synod on synodality continues. Pope Francis has pushed back the date for the formal closing of the Synod to October 2024. […]
By Kaelanne Jordan mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org To recognise the gift of Simeon and Anna, in their capacity to see God amid the ordinariness of the day, is the […]
By Kaelanne Jordan mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org Building community, inclusivity and dialogue is a call that is not “strange” or “foreign” to the Bible. In fact, there are Old […]
Ecumenical dialogue and collaborative church efforts are underway in Maracas Valley, St Joseph. Religious leaders involved in the community of Lluengo, Maracas Valley including St Michael’s […]
By Kaelanne Jordan mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org New security measures are currently being enforced at Mt St Benedict. Abbot John Pereira OSB told Catholic News while “for security reasons, […]
By Rev Joseph ‘Jose’ Gomes One year ago, on January 22, 2022, 15 men said ‘yes’ as they were ordained as permanent deacons in the Archdiocese […]
The 80th anniversary of the opening of St John Vianney and the Uganda Martyrs Seminary was celebrated with Holy Mass at the Seminary’s chapel on Friday, […]
Parishioners and well-wishers hosted a farewell dinner for much-loved priest Fr Thomas Lawson OP who reached retirement age, 75 years, on January 11. He was the […]
By Klysha Best If the late calypsonian Merchant were alive today, he would see that his 1985 song ‘Pan in Danger’, could not hold water anymore, […]
To say there is nothing good happening in the world is to say God is absent, “and God is not absent,” said the Chair of the […]
By Kaelanne Jordan mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org Abbot John Pereira OSB has commented on the news of an armed robbery at Mount St Benedict Tuesday, January 10, 2023, where […]
By Kaelanne Jordan mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org Archbishop Jason Gordon has described the family as the “load-bearing wall” of civilisation, emphasising that if family is destroyed, the whole civilisation […]
By Kaelanne Jordan mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org The Archdiocese of Port of Spain celebrated a Memorial Mass, Thursday, January 5, for the repose of the soul of Pope Emeritus […]
Sr Petronilla Joseph O Carm has been appointed Episcopal Delegate for Religious. The announcement was made at a December 10, 2022 meeting of Religious Sisters with […]
By Kaelanne Jordan mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org In the Solemnity of the Epiphany – the overwhelming manifestation of God’s light – faithful ought to consider who God is, but […]
The stigmatisation of mental health has long plagued Trinidad and Tobago. Within our society, the negative reactions to persons with mental health diagnoses or mental health […]
“Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI will be missed.” So said Archbishop Jason Gordon in a short video-recorded statement released last Saturday morning (December 31, 2022) on learning […]
The year 2022 was momentous for the Catholic Church in Trinidad and Tobago as it joined worldwide Church in the synodal journey. In the last quarter […]
As the nation goes through trauma manifesting in anger and acts of violence, Archbishop Jason Gordon said “spiritual work” was needed to bring healing. He reminded […]
– Archbishop on Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception Many people confuse the Virginal Conception of Christ and the Immaculate Conception but “they are two very different […]
By Lara Pickford-Gordon snrwriter.camsel@catholictt.org Maracas Valley is among the many communities hard hit by the massive flooding which occurred throughout the country at the end of […]
On Wednesday, November 30, a candlelight vigil was held at the Couva Hospital and Multi-Training Facility for the patients who have died from Covid-19 in Trinidad […]
– Northern Vicariate men’s conference After many weeks of thoughtful prayer and planning, the Northern Vicariate Men’s Ministry Team had their Men’s Conference on Saturday, November […]
By Renee Smith The universal Church celebrated the Feast of Christ the King on November 20 while simultaneously celebrating the Church’s youth. In 2021, amid the […]
Parishes and Church organisations were mobilising help for individuals and families suddenly displaced and experienced massive losses from flooding by incessant rainfall which began Thursday, November […]
By Klysha Best There is nothing that beats the feeling of being awarded or recognised for your hard work, whether it be for a job well […]
By Lara Pickford-Gordon snrwriter.camsel@catholictt.org The Mundo Nuevo RC Primary building is condemned because of structural damage caused by incessant rainfall last weekend. Flooding was widespread across […]
The Feast Day of the Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary on November 21 reminds us of the Presentation Brothers, a fraternity of educators. They established […]
The Sisters of the Congregation of the Holy Faith will launch their 400-page limited-edition hardcover gift book, Presence & Action on Saturday, November 26. This year […]
Keep focused on the goal of education and display good conduct were messages from Reggae artistes Sizzla Kolanji (Miguel Orlando Collins) and Capleton (Clifton George Bailey […]
By Brother JM Feheney I first arrived in Presentation College, Chaguanas (PCC), in 1959, more than sixty years ago. The great Vidya Naipaul had just published […]
By Fr Martin Sirju The Church is facing precipitous decline, with sharp drops in practising populations. Figures that we used to see within a generation are […]
The Holy Name Convent Past Pupils’ Association will celebrate its alma mater’s 120-year legacy in educating women on November 26, 2022 at Holy Name Convent Secondary […]
By Kaelanne Jordan mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org Archbishop Jason Gordon has likened the synod experience to a rose garden. The roses, he said, presented positive experiences; thorns, the problems […]
Following is the Foreword by Archbishop Jason Gordon for the booklet prepared for the November 19, 2022, Synodal gathering. Archbishop Anthony Pantin convoked the People of […]
By Lara Pickford-Gordon snrwriter.camsel@catholictt.org The Congregation of the Presentation Brothers and the schools celebrate the Feast Day of the Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary, November […]
Archbishop Jason Gordon has asked altar servers of the Archdiocese to make a commitment to “daily sacrifice”. He will be meeting with the executive of the […]
“What great profit you gain from GOD when you are generous! You give a coin and receive a Kingdom; you give bread from wheat and receive […]
By Lara Pickford-Gordon snrwriter.camsel@catholictt.org Nigel Phillip admits he was irresolute about taking on the position of President of the Society of St Vincent de Paul (SVP). […]
By Lara Pickford-Gordon snrwriter.camsel@catholictt.org It was a “double blessing” as the Congregation of the Holy Faith Sisters (CHF) celebrated God’s grace and favour, 75 years of […]
Acting Commissioner of Police McDonald Jacob said today’s meeting with primary school teachers and principals of Rose Hill RC, Bethlehem Boys’ RC, Bethlehem Girls’ RC, and […]
By Kaelanne Jordan mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org The Chief Education Officer (CEO) of the Catholic Education Board of Management (CEBM) Sharon Mangroo believes that the solution to curtailing the […]
As a teen, my father had a sailboat called Mattabelle. One Tuesday evening, my family and a group of my friends were at Scotland Bay. When […]
“This is very sad….” This is how the Chief Executive Officer of the Catholic Education Board of Management (CEBM), Sharon Mangroo described the incident in which […]
Congratulations to Archbishop Jason Gordon, who was presented with an Honorary Doctorate of Humane Letters on November 1, 2022, by the University of Trinidad and Tobago […]
By Donna-Kay Kissoon Archdiocesan Archives Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Port of Spain “Come, O my dear soul, to eternal repose in the arms of my […]
By Dominique Heffes-Doon commslead.camsel@catholictt.org The Franciscan Institute, and the Sisters of the Sorrowful Mother congratulated the winners of the Season of Creation schools and parish competition […]
By Jameke Brown We live in a world today where freedom is painted as the ability to do anything that we want. We often forget that […]
“Hey, I’m gone, look at your life.” This could have been the message from Fr Peter de la Bastide CSSp to family, friends and others who […]
Many descriptions were given of the way Bishop Emeritus Malcolm Galt CSSp lived his priesthood. ‘Salty’ as he was nicknamed, strove always to be a faithful […]
By Dominique Heffes-Doon commslead.camsel@catholictt.org The Finbar Ryan Geriatric Home, a Home managed and run by the Society of St Vincent de Paul (SVP) is making news. […]
By Lara Pickford-Gordon snrwriter.camsel@catholictt.org The art auction to raise funds for continuing restoration of the St Francis of Assisi RC church, Belmont, has raised more than […]
When last have you dedicated a time to prayer? When last have you awakened in the morning and just thanked God because ‘Wow, I’m alive and […]
The Sacred Heart RC Church, Port of Spain offered a Mass for persons affected by cancer, namely Metastatic Breast Cancer, Thursday, October 13, a day nationally […]
The Carapichaima RC Primary School erected a memorial for nine-year-old Jomol Modeste who was shot dead on Saturday, October 15 while fleeing gunshots near a basketball […]
The Society of St Vincent de Paul (SVP) on Monday, October 17 issued a media release “to address a series of falsehoods” in video posted on […]
The Catholic Education Board of Management (CEBM) said the Constitution of Trinidad and Tobago recognises parental rights to provide an education for their children in keeping […]
The institution called the Cyril Ross Nursery at El Dorado Road, Tunapuna underwent a name change November 2020 to the Cyril Ross Children’s Home. The Society […]
Today, Oct 10 is World Mental Health Day to raise awareness of mental health issues around the world and to mobilize efforts in support of mental […]
By Dr Margaret Nakhid-Chatoor Psychologist/Educator Team Lead (Crisis Intervention Team). Not all of us can swipe a card easily at the supermarket to pay for groceries […]
By Lara Pickford-Gordon snrwriter.camsel@catholictt.org A few Catholic institutions and affiliated non-governmental organisations received funding from the State in the 2023 Budget to continue their service to […]
By Tyrone Thomas “Charity is certainly greater than any rule. Moreover, all rules must lead to charity” – St Vincent de Paul. The Feast Day of […]
Education Minister Dr Nyan Gadsby-Dolly visited ten Port of Spain schools, both primary and secondary on Tuesday, September 27. She was accompanied by Minister in the […]
By Ryan Assiu Each year from September 1 to October 4, we Catholics observe the Season of Creation in which we unite in prayer and action […]
The Office of the President announced the names of recipients of National Awards on the eve of the Republic Day, September 24 awards ceremony held at […]
Clinical psychologist, Alicia Hoyte described Caribbean parents as “super strict” with an “it’s-my-way-or-the-highway” attitude. Hoyte is appealing to parents to take a deep breath, calm down […]
The Government has allocated TT$7.45 billion to the education sector, the largest sum in the 2023 Budget read by Finance Minister Colm Imbert today, Monday, September […]
The Catholic Education Board of Management (CEBM) and Presentation College, San Fernando have extended deepest condolences to the families of security guards Jeffrey Peters and Jerry […]
The third week of the new school term and schools implemented adjustments as teachers were to work half day today Thursday, September 22. On the first […]
The school communities of St Benedict’s College, La Romaine and Siparia RC School are praying for their respective students impacted by Monday’s heist at the Pennywise […]
By Lara Pickford-Gordon, snrwriter.camsel@catholictt.org What is the role of conscience with the violence and the high homicide rates for countries in the Caribbean region? The question […]
Curepe Fatima RC School is the Most Outstanding Primary School in the Season of Creation Challenge 2022. The regional winners were recently announced by the Franciscan […]
By Daniel Young Have you ever sat with a young child and been surprised by their intelligence? Questions they may ask, or things they say that […]
By Lara Pickford-Gordon snrwriter.camsel@catholictt.org There were two recent cases which have spotlight individuals and families under stress in society: the finding of the body of seven-year-old […]
By Kaelanne Jordan Email: mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org Trinity Television marked nine years as a 24/7 Catholic cable television station Thursday, September 8. Station Manager Lisa Bhajan told Catholic […]
“Faith is caught, not taught”. This was the message from Archbishop Jason Gordon to the religious teachers and catechists of the Catholic Education Board of Management […]
The Chancery staff of the Archdiocese of Port of Spain, under the leadership of Archbishop Jason Gordon, embarked on a special project to assist a small […]
Monday’s day of ‘rest and reflection’ called by the T&T Unified Teachers’ Association (TTUTA) halted classes at many schools on Day 1 of the school term; […]
A contrast was evident as attendance by teachers and students at Catholic primary and secondary schools appeared to be normal on Tuesday, September 6. There was […]
The government and people of Colombia have contributed to an upcoming art exhibition and auction to aid in the restoration of St Francis RC Church, Belmont. […]
By Dr Sharon Syriac People only talking but they really don’t know What’s the proper meaning for Trinidad and Tobago Cipriani start the ball rolling Now […]
The legionaries attached to Regia-Our Lady of The Rosary of Fatima, thank all participants who took part in the Essay and Art Competition, which was organised […]
Following is the recent press release from the Society of St Vincent de Paul on the closure of the Centre for Socially Displaced Persons: The Society […]
The Mount St Benedict Abbey Church will resume Spanish Mass Sunday, August 28 at 10 a.m. Abbot John Pereira OSB will be the chief celebrant, Fr […]
Dr Adanna James, Dean of Studies at the Seminary of St John Vianney and the Uganda Martyrs, St Augustine won the Msgr Arthur Janssen-Prize for Christian […]
Today August 19 is the UN’s World Humanitarian Day with the theme It takes a village. The day reminds of sacrifices made by people to humanitarian […]
Parish priest of San Rafael RC, Fr Roger Paponette was tied up and robbed of a vehicle and personal valuables at the presbytery on Thursday (August […]
IN PHOTO: Jameke Brown was chosen to represent the Roman Catholic Community at Youth Week By Kaelanne Jordan Email: mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org The Office of Youth Ministry forming […]
By Kaelanne Jordan Email: mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org A vacation of fun and growth. That’s exactly how the Companions of the Transfigured Christ (CTC) summed up its first teen […]
“When a son of the soil reach to this place, it is just pure joy.” So said Archbishop Jason Gordon to applause from the St Anthony’s […]
Sylda Mudie, 82 years, was a “practising Catholic” who in her younger years gave service teaching First Communion and Confirmation classes. She was a Lay Minister […]
By Klysha Best The third term and first of an all-out physical return to schools in the last academic year began in April. Since then, the […]
By Dr Sharon Syriac On August 1, Dr Lovell Francis, High Commissioner to South Africa, revealed that there are many forms of emancipation. However, in 1834, […]
By Kaelanne Jordan mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org Know what is true education, and your true identity – Archbishop Jason Gordon The Office of Youth Ministry of the Archdiocese of […]
By Lara Pickford-Gordon snrwriter.camsel@catholictt.org The first group of primary school students have completed the ‘School in Pan’ programme, a collaboration between the Catholic Education Board of […]
By Kaelanne Jordan, mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org “What you have come to in your graduation, I pray is mission, that you have not graduated and now you’re gone, but […]
The Catholic community in Pt Fortin and environs is preparing to witness history as one of its own, Rev Royce Thomas CSsR, will be ordained to […]
Pope Francis has appointed Spanish Archbishop Santiago De Wit Guzmán as Apostolic Nuncio to Trinidad and Tobago. The announcement was made July 30 and his portfolio […]
Participants of the 2022 Caribbean School for Catholic Communications (CSCC) were invited to address the “cultural iceberg” that exists. Vice Principal, CSCC, Sr Angela Ann Zukowski, […]
By Lara Pickford-Gordon snrwriter.camsel@catholictt.org Bad weather on Friday, July 15, a landslip, and the closure of the North Coast Road did not stop Our Lady of […]
By Kaelanne Jordan Email: mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org The third instalment of ‘Faith and Synodality: Mission’ of the monthly Know Your Faith series concluded Monday, July 25, with contributions […]
By Gregory Quan Kep, Freeport Who would have thought that Jesus Explosion XX (July 15–17) would have been so well attended? The pandemic is still with […]
Mary Immaculate Prayer Group and Friends are hosting a fundraising prayer breakfast in support of the Diocesan Clergy Pool on August 31, Independence Day at the […]
By Kaelanne Jordan Email: mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org The Bethesda for persons with disabilities (PwDs) will be hosting a respite camp for children and adults with all disabilities from […]
“It is not mandatory to wear a mask to enter our churches, parish offices, or other church buildings but we highly recommend that all persons entering […]
The annual Tobago Heritage Festival returns to the island July 22 (Opening Night Gala) to August 1. The event remains a much-anticipated celebration of the unique […]
The effect of the mission and charism of the Sisters of St Joseph of Cluny (SJC) on the development of Trinidad and Tobago has been “extraordinary”. […]
The mask mandate will be removed in Trinidad and Tobago on Sunday, July 17, however the Archdiocese’s Health, Safety and Environment Committee (HSE) is urging that […]
The Caribbean School for Catholic Communications (CSCC) is on from August 1–6 virtually on Zoom with the year’s theme Connecting the docs. Participants will be taught […]
Faith and Synodality is the latest instalment of the Know Your Faith series which began Monday, June 11. The topic was ‘Communion’ from the theme of […]
If you know Fr Urban Hudlin OP, even just in passing, you are certain to have heard of his many titles and qualifications. You may have […]
Hydroponics, a method of growing plants without soil has been introduced at four Port of Spain primary schools: Our Lady of Laventille RC (OLL), Bethlehem Boys’ […]
“Talk it out, work it out, and seek support.” Catholic News Editor and Antilles Episcopal Conference (AEC) delegate, Raymond Syms offered this practical advice for families […]
The results of the Secondary Entrance Assessment were released Friday, July 1. The Catholic News contacted the Catholic Education Board of Management (CEBM) for a response […]
Many families still do not see themselves as domestic Church and their call to holiness, Archbishop Jason Gordon said in a June 23 interview with Rome […]
By Kaelanne Jordan Email: mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org Archbishop Jason Gordon has observed that for a long time, the faithful has perceived the parish as a place “where church […]
By Lara Pickford-Gordon snrwriter.camsel@catholictt.org During Pride Month (June 1–30), the Catholic Youth Commission (CYC) fields many questions from young people “about sexuality issues”. This was disclosed […]
The World Meeting of Families (WMOF) was held in Rome, Italy from June 22–25, 2022. The venue for the Pastoral Congress was the Paul VI Hall. […]
19,000 students received their Secondary Entrance Assessment (SEA) results today, Friday, July 1. At Nelson Street Girls’ RC, principal Lisa Hinds-Lynch expressed she is quite pleased […]
Have you ever wondered about why things are the way they are? What is truth? Do you have deep questions about life, religion, society, your faith? […]
SOCIAL JUSTICE – rcsocialjustice.org By Leela Ramdeen Consultant, CCSJ/AMMR & Director, CREDI My many years of service as Episcopal Delegate for Social Justice/Chair of CCSJ & […]
The 11th World Meeting of Families (WMOF) will be in 2028, but before that, the next gathering of Catholic families will be the “Jubilee of Families” […]
By Winston Eugene Expecting showers of blessings, the Catholics of the agricultural community of Paramin came out in their numbers to celebrate Corpus Christi—The Body of […]
By Klysha Best “Friendship, fun, adventure, while making your mark on the world.” That’s what girl guiding offers to every girl and young woman and it […]
By Lara Pickford-Gordon snrwriter.camsel@catholictt.org The Association of Denominational Boards of Education (ADBE) would like to have a “genuine partnership” with the Education Ministry in the interest […]
What is World Youth Day? World Youth Day (WYD) was instituted based on the prophetic insight of St John Paull II. Every three years, the entire […]
By Raymond Syms, Editor, writing from Rome, Italy on Monday The 10th World Meeting of Families (WMOF) concludes in Rome, Italy this Sunday at St Peter’s […]
By Lara Pickford-Gordon snrwriter.camsel@catholictt.org There was joy as Catholics walked through the streets of Port of Spain praying and singing on Corpus Christi, Thursday June 16, […]
“What do you think God is saying about us as families today?” “Is God saying, ‘my children making me proud?’. You think God boasting?” Deborah de […]
The Corpus Christi procession returns in 2022 after two years, albeit on a smaller scale compared to previous years. In 2020, the easing of restrictions in […]
Archbishop Charles Jason Gordon has established a team to undertake a systemic review of Catholic Care Homes for children and to implement new policies and guidelines […]
The second instalment for 2022 of the Know Your Faith series is dealing with Apologetics. Session 1, ‘Purgatory – ‘When yuh dead yuh don’ was packed […]
By Ottrisha Carter The Conference on Theology in the Caribbean Today (CTCT) hosted its first virtual forum for 2022, on Wednesday, May 25. The theme for […]
By Dr Sharon Syriac Today again, I must tackle it, I cautiously brave the heap. Its long, thick and natural black, Dark and stubborn like my […]
Archbishop at Pentecost Mass Is your family Babel or Pentecost? Archbishop Jason Gordon asked the congregation while presiding at the Pentecost Vigil Mass for families June […]
“Children have to be safe, have to be protected and have to be kept protected no matter what it costs.” So said Archbishop Jason Gordon as […]
After being closed to the public since Sunday, May 22 “out of abundance of caution” as Abbot John Pereira OSB tested positive for Covid-19, the Abbey […]
By Kaelanne Jordan Email: mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org Fr David Khan concluded the final instalment of his five-part presentation on Marian Devotions with ‘The Assumption’ in the Know Your […]
To the accompaniment of the choir at St Joseph RC Church, Scarborough, Tobago, the procession of altar servers, priests and Bishop John Persaud of Mandeville, Jamaica […]
Present and former parishioners of St Francis of Assisi RC Church, Belmont gathered on May 25 to celebrate the church’s 120th anniversary and a successful Belmont […]
The Church of the Nativity, the only Catholic church in the country named after the birth of Jesus Christ, is celebrating its 50th anniversary. The name […]
Our shores were truly graced during the whirlwind visit of the Vocations Director of Disciples of the Lord Jesus Christ, a Franciscan Charismatic Religious Community based […]
Pope Francis begins his landmark encyclical and open letter to humanity, Laudato Si’, with a direct instruction as to how we should love and treat with […]
Archbishop Jason Gordon said allegations of abuse at children’s homes grieve the heart of the Catholic Church and everything will be done to bring healing and […]
Archbishop Jason Gordon is calling for a “paradigm” shift in how vocations are viewed. He envisions the Seminary St John Vianney and Uganda Martyrs, Tunapuna as […]
On May 18, 2022, the Blind and Visually Impaired Community will celebrate the 108th anniversary of work for the blind in Trinidad and Tobago. The gentleman […]
By Kaelanne Jordan Email: mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org CEO of the Catholic Education Board of Management (CEBM) Sharon Mangroo has responded to news of peaceful protest action outside the […]
It takes a village to care for a child. The Catholic Commission for Social Justice (CCSJ) and the Archdiocese’s Ministry for Migrants and Refugees (AMMR) with […]
By Lara Pickford-Gordon snrwriter.camsel@catholictt.org “The long tail of Covid” is how Archbishop Jason Gordon describes some of the societal effects which may be linked to the […]
By Lara Pickford-Gordon snrwriter.camsel@catholictt.org The Scout Association of Trinidad and Tobago (ScoutsTT) is doing its part to alleviate hunger in the country through ‘Scouting for Food’. […]
Life in the Pandemic is the title of an anthology of poems from the Suburban Vicariate comprising poems from children at Catholic schools in the vicariate. […]
By Dr Sharon Syriac “Religion, we must remember, is an indispensable element of peace in any nation” (Fr Martin Sirju, ‘Kinsmen in faith break fast’ Catholic […]
The school community at St Dominic’s RC, Penal is traumatised after receiving news today Tuesday, May 10, that 12-year-old Levi Lewis, a pupil of the graduating […]
Jesus was criticised by some followers for His “intolerable language” saying He was the living bread come down from Heaven and inviting “whoever eats this bread […]
By Lara Pickford-Gordon snrwriter.camsel@catholictt.org The windows at the St Francis of Assisi RC Pastoral Centre, Belmont, were repaired but it is yet to be decided what […]
By Kaelanne Jordan Email: mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org Chair of the Catholic Commission for Social Justice and the Archdiocese’s Ministry for Migrants and Refugees (AMMR) Leela Ramdeen has spoken […]
The Know Your Faith series 2022 resumed yesterday (Monday, May 2) with the theme Marian Devotions. For this month, in which special Marian devotions are done, […]
The 106-year-old iron bridge at Mount St Benedict was finally completed Friday, April 22. Repair works began towards the end of March and took one month […]
Vicar General Fr Martin Sirju will preside at the Holy Mass for the recommissioning of Lay Ministers at 10 a.m. on Saturday, May 7 at the […]
By Analisa Ramsahai Regional Programme Coordinator for the Franciscan Institute A special Earth Day session was done April 22 for the Prep 3 students, their parents […]
Fatima boys Jamario Russell, Troy Llanos, Dylan Woodruffe and Jaden James represented Trinidad and Tobago at the Carifta Games in Jamaica over the Easter weekend. The […]
By Lara Pickford-Gordon The Pastoral Centre at St Francis RC, Belmont was vandalised yesterday afternoon (Saturday, April 23) as parishioners were gathered for the start of […]
The Principal of Petit Valley Boys’ RC, and President of the Association of Catholic Principals (ACP) Gregory Johnson died suddenly on the morning of Thursday, April […]
By Dr Sharon Syriac In this school we come together Students of every creed and race (Holy Faith Convent, Couva, School Song) The Sisters of the […]
By Fr Martin Sirju Taliban. Boko Haram. Terrorism. These are some of the words that come to mind when many people hear the word ‘Muslim’. This […]
By Kaelanne Jordan mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org Many people think of the Resurrection in really strange ways as if somehow Jesus’ soul rose from the dead. “But the text […]
By Lara Pickford-Gordon Snrwriter.camsel@catholictt.org The Catholic Education Board of Management (CEBM) on Tuesday (April 19) disseminated ‘Creating comfort before completing curriculum: a return to school orientation/enhancement […]
The annual collection for the clergy will be taken up at all Easter Triduum Masses and Services. Archbishop Jason Gordon has emphasised that the customary generosity […]
Archbishop Jason Gordon has reminded his brother priests of their sacred role and responsibility in helping to bring the people to God, as he preached the […]
Msgr Michael de Verteuil, Chair of the Liturgical Commission, explains what to do with left-over oils. Each year at the Chrism Mass the Archbishop blesses oil […]
Holy Week is here, so-called because on the days of this week we remember and celebrate the culmination of Jesus’ mission which has won life for […]
The final half hour of the National Day of Prayer and Fasting for Peace and Human Development will comprise Pundit Omadath Maharaj of the Sanatan Dharma […]
By Kaelanne Jordan The 106-year-old iron bridge at Mount St Benedict is in a state of disrepair and has become increasingly dangerous to traverse. It was […]
The following message is from Fr Martin Sirju, Vicar General and Roman Catholic Church Representative – IRO In his weekly Catholic News column (March 27), […]
By Lara Pickford-Gordon snrwriter.camsel@catholictt.org The Catholic Education Board of Management (CEBM) is collaborating with a team of principals to develop a “ritual” for the first few […]
After two years in which Palm Sunday and Stations of the Cross processions were halted because of the Covid-19 pandemic, these displays of devotion will return […]
Conclusion of a two-part series on the metaverse. A starting point for Catholics who wish to understand the metaverse could first be observed from understanding how […]
God has a plan for peace in the world but the only obstacle to it is the human heart which needs to be converted. “When our […]
By Kaelanne Jordan Email: mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org The National Financial Literacy Programme (NFLP) of the Central Bank of Trinidad and Tobago launched “a new era of financial literacy” […]
By Kaelanne Jordan Email: mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org “Don’t panic. Don’t worry. Don’t sweat. Do not be afraid because God is with you.” Archbishop Jason Gordon gave this piece […]
By Kaelanne Jordan Email: mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org After not being in use since 2000, the newly reconstructed Mt St Benedict Swimming Pool was blessed Friday, March 18 and […]
From The Office of Youth Ministry BACK AGAIN! Back to a full capacity Mass. We haven’t been able to do this in two years, and what […]
By Fr Peter St Hillaire When I was asked to write a short article on the Church’s possible migration to metaverse services, I must admit […]
Pope to consecrate Russia, Ukraine to Mary’s Immaculate Heart Pope Francis has invited the bishops of the whole world, along with their priests, to join him […]
Ronald Cooper was welcomed as the Acting Principal of Fatima College on Monday, March 21. He was introduced and installed at a special assembly that morning […]
On April 10, Palm Sunday the ‘Gala Belmont Heritage Benefit’ will take place at the National Academy for the Performing Arts (NAPA) Port of Spain to […]
Story and photos by Fr Martin Sirju, Cathedral administrator It’s now close to four years since I moved to Port of Spain. I’ve grown to love […]
Archbishop Emeritus speaks on pandemic, Synod and what he’s been up to By Lara Pickford-Gordon snrwriter.camsel@catholictt.org Archbishop Emeritus Joseph Harris CSSp turns 80 years on March […]
Story and photos by Lara Pickford-Gordon snrwriter.camsel@catholictt.org You may not expect to find the Catholic News in a bar, but since October 2019, it has been […]
The Secondary Entrance Assessment (SEA) for 2022 will be held on March 31. The Archdiocese of Port of Spain is mobilising prayer intercessors throughout Trinidad and […]
Pre-registration, and signing-in for Masses has been suspended as restrictions on the number of persons physically present and time spent at places of worship have been […]
The Postulator Fr Christopher Lumsden is happy to report that the cause of the beatification of Archbishop Anthony Pantin is still ongoing. In pursing any cause […]
By Lara Pickford-Gordon Prayer, fasting, and almsgiving are “sacramental actions” during Lent, but these external practices should be mirrored internally and lead to transformation said Vicar […]
The Catholic Commission for Social Justice (CCSJ) is calling for an end to the war in Ukraine and for peaceful solutions to be found to address […]
John Trevor Mackay joined the Emmanuel Community in the late 1980s, after hearing the testimony of his twin brother, Michael, at an evangelising dinner held by […]
By Kaelanne Jordan Archbishop Jason Gordon is calling all brothers and sisters around the world to pray for peace amidst the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict. In a […]
The third installment of ‘The Mass: The High Point of Christian Worship’ of the Archdiocese’s Know Your Faith series concluded with a Question-and-Answer segment Monday, February […]
There was a break-in of Fr Harold Imamshah’s car on Wednesday, February 16, during the more than 10-hour islandwide electricity outage. The media reported incidents as […]
By Kaelanne Jordan mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org Arizona, USA-based Fr Andres Arango has voluntarily stepped down as parish priest after learning he botched thousands of baptisms with “one simple […]
There’s no room in society for another form of discrimination based on vaccination status, says Archbishop Jason Gordon. “Both the vaccinated and unvaccinated have a responsibility […]
By Kaelanne Jordan mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org “You are not alone, and the services are there for a reason. Whether you choose to access it or not…the problem exists. […]
Despite mixed reviews about the start of in-person classes for Standard Five students in the primary school sector, the National Primary Schools Principals’ Association (NAPSPA) has […]
February 7 was the first day of physical school for Forms 1–3 secondary school students. The return was an adjustment to normalcy with all classes now […]
No-one welcomes grief but “when we mourn, we touch the very heart of God”, Archbishop Jason Gordon said Sunday, February 13 at a special Mass at […]
In social media release on February 12th, the Roman Catholic Church in the Archdiocese of Port of Spain is offering condolences to the family, and praying […]
Today, Friday, February 11, 2022 marks the 30th World Day of the Sick which was instituted by St Pope John Paul II to encourage the people […]
By Kaelanne Jordan Email: mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org The music ministry at Mount St Benedict has embarked on a project to produce pieces of music from the monastery that […]
As the Archdiocese embarks on a series of consultations for the Synod, the inclusion of youth will not happen by chance. “It is important for the […]
The Catholic Commission for Social Justice (CCSJ) and the Archdiocese’s Ministry for Migrants and Refugees (AMMR) extend deepest condolences to the family and all those affected […]
By Lara Pickford-Gordon snrwriter.camsel@catholictt.org Catholics are called to sanctify the world with their presence and through their relationship with God, “come into that place where we […]
The Ministry of Education (MoE) disseminated Guidelines for the Reopening of Schools Phase 3 Term 2, 2021/2022 which begins February 7 for Forms 1–3 and Standard […]
RC secondary schools prepare for return to in-person classes The return of students of Forms 1–3 to in-person classes has been welcomed by principals of Catholic […]
Archbishop Jason Gordon and the Episcopal Vicar of the Eastern Vicariate and Tobago, Fr Steve Duncan, paid a courtesy call on Tobago House of Assembly’s (THA) […]
From The Office of Youth Ministry Synod 2021–2023 is upon us. Synod teams have met, plans are being conceived and executed, and we are beginning to […]
By Leela Ramdeen, Chair, CCSJ & AMMR It is with profound sadness and a heavy heart that I learned about the passing on Monday, January 24 […]
By Kaelanne Jordan Email: mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org As the Archdiocese of Port of Spain celebrated the ordination of 15 candidates to the permanent diaconate Saturday, January 22, Archbishop […]
By Fr Jason Boatswain, Director of the permanent diaconate programme Archbishop Jason Gordon will ordain 15 candidates to the permanent diaconate at 10 a.m. on Saturday, […]
Luke’s Gospel emphasises the inclusivity of the Kingdom of God and Jesus, through His interactions with the marginalised in the society, conveyed that “all may call […]
Several local clergy, religious and laity were recognised for their contribution to the Catholic Charismatic Renewal at its 23rd Caribbean Conference held January 7-9. Tokens of […]
On Saturday, January 22, Archbishop Jason Gordon was expected to ordain 15 men to the permanent diaconate. Here are the aspirants. HILARY JUAN BENGOCHEA Parish: St […]
Wondering what stage our local Synod is at? On Saturday, January 15, the Archdiocesan Synod Team met with over 200 Synod coordinators of parishes, commissions, and […]
The Catholic Education Board of Management reported a “relatively uneventful” reopening of Catholic RC primary and secondary schools it has oversight for, but schools have been […]
By Fr Steve Duncan I first met Arima-born Deon Lendore at the Santa Rosa Parish office, on Wednesday, July 25, 2018. He was visiting his family […]
By Fr Robert Christo Vicar for Communications “Yuh treat meh like a dog, but yuh treat yuh animal like a king.”Perhaps motivated by ongoing global discussions […]
“You can do scripture as a subject and never encounter the Father who is in Heaven; you can do scripture as a subject and never be […]
– Archbishop at CCR Caribbean Conference Being a follower of Christ is not an exercise in private faith but a call to be part of community […]
Outgoing Apostolic Nuncio His Excellency Archbishop Fortunatus Nwachukwu said he will miss the Caribbean, and Trinidad and Tobago in a “special way”. He asked for prayers […]
By Neila Todd, Carmelite Tertiary Seventy- three years ago, on January 11, the Servant of God, Mother Mary Ellerker of the Blessed Sacrament O Carm, Foundress […]
Following is the full text of a statement issued by Christian church leaders on Thursday, December 30, 2021. Today we say goodbye to a year like […]
As many in society struggle with job loss during the pandemic, the perspective of employment has to change. “We may not be looking at jobs in […]
The Catholic Church in Trinidad and Tobago adapted to living and worshipping during the Covid-19 pandemic and inherent uncertainties of the time. It was a difficult […]
The family is an “instrument of salvation”, Archbishop Jason Gordon said on the Feast of the Holy Family of Jesus, Mary, and Joseph. Preaching the homily […]
From The Office of Youth Ministry We know what you’re thinking, CYC means Catholic Youth Commission, right? Well, yes, it does, but for the month of […]
By Lara Pickford-Gordon snrwriter.camsel@catholictt.org Archbishop Jason Gordon prayed for healthcare workers at the Couva Hospital and Multi-Training Facility on Saturday, December 18, asking God to bless […]
Society has blurred the real purpose of Christmas with commercialism and materialism, says Archbishop Jason Gordon. While the world may have “lost the reason for the […]
By Lara Picford-Gordon Rapturous cheers and applause greeted the presentation of Fr Peter Clinton St Hillaire, the newest diocesan priest in the Archdiocese, at his ordination […]
Grace is available to all but Catholics must be willing to “cooperate with grace” as Mary did. “The story of the Immaculate Conception shows what grace […]
The Catholic Education Board of Management (CEBM) in October embarked on a pilot ‘Journey to becoming a Catholic teacher’, which had participation by 101 persons comprising […]
People must return to devotion to God and stop their indiscipline and selfishness to restore Trinidad and Tobago because irresponsibility is causing destruction, said Archbishop Jason […]
By Renee Smith For Synod 2021–2023, the Archdiocese’s parishioners, commissions, ministries, and clergy alike will play an essential role in the local Church’s listening process. The […]
Fr Urban Hudlin OP will speak to ‘Finding Your Purpose through the Guidance of God’, at a virtual evening of introspection, inspiration and learning on Sunday, […]
Contributing writer Ottrisha Carter shares on her experience of this year’s virtual Conference on Theology in the Caribbean Today, held November 8 to 12. Over the […]
Strict adherence to health and safety protocols has so far prevented reports of infections at Catholic schools under the Catholic Education Board of Management (CEBM). “Our […]
By Renée Smith comms.camsel@catholictt.org For the official launch of Synod 2021–2023 in the Archdiocese of Port of Spain, Archbishop Jason Gordon expressed this synodal experience is […]
From Msgr Cuthbert Alexander, Seminary Rector Dear Seminary friends, You may just have noticed, no talk of the Annual Seminary Dinner this year! Every year our […]
From the NCMM Secretariat The Year of St Joseph closes on December 8, 2021, as decreed by Pope Francis. This year was filled with several engagements […]
69th annual CTA Convention Catholic schools and teachers can help turn around the culture of disrespect and mediocrity in the society, by raising a generation who […]
By Kaelanne Jordan Email: mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org The notion of development in an integral consciousness requires all to understand that it is both our action and God’s action […]
The Kingdom of God is in the consciousness, heart and around, but to experience it, Catholics must let go of “me” and give in to God’s […]
By Ottrisha Carter The Evangelization Commission in collaboration with the Catholic Youth Commission organised an Intercessory Prayer Training for youths and youth ministry leaders. Sessions were […]
By Kaelanne Jordan Email: mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org Within our Caribbean culture, there are numerous unspoken elements of contemplation in natural everyday activities like shelling peas, cleaning sorrel, grating […]
The Archbishop’s Appeal is deeply appreciative of the kindness, thoughtfulness, and generosity, from the donors who have willingly responded to our call to Support our Seminarians. […]
A media release from the archdiocesan Synodal Team announced the official launch of Synod 2021–2023 in this Archdiocese will take place on Saturday, November 27 with […]
By Kaelanne Jordan Email: mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org For persons discerning a vocation to the priesthood, there is the dilemma that “God couldn’t be calling me to leave a […]
By Klysha Best The Lady Hochoy Home, Cocorite is mourning the passing of two of its residents, one of whom passed because of Covid-19. The Home […]
By Klysha Best The Catholic Commission for Social Justice (CCSJ)/ Archdiocesan Ministry for Migrants and Refugees (AMMR) hosted a virtual session to discuss the fifth World […]
Do you think you have missed your vocation? “Relax,” said Fr Matthew d’Hereaux, Vicar for Priestly Formation and Vocations, “it is not the end of the […]
The United Way Trinidad and Tobago (UWTT) continues to advocate for the return of in-person school for primary school children once the public health safety measures […]
The grand finale of the Catholic Charismatic Renewal 50th Anniversary Gospelypso/Choir competition was held on the Diwali holiday, November 4 at the Cathedral of the Immaculate […]
By Kaelanne Jordan Email: mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org The traditions of the Catholic Church—All Saints’, All Souls’, as well as other holidays like Divali are being explored in a […]
Contributing writer Ottrisha Carter speaks with Guyanese Deacon Joel Thompson SJ about this year’s virtual Conference on Theology in the Caribbean Today which runs from November […]
Counselling Psychologist Anna Maria Mora said the “labelling” of persons as vaccinated and unvaccinated is causing division. She said young people need to be educated about […]
Catholic Media Services Ltd has contributed $14,000 to the Archdiocese’s programme to improve education at RC primary schools during the pandemic. The contribution represents part proceeds […]
Jacqueline Francois has been appointed Executive Chairman of the Catholic Religious Education Development Institute (CREDI), effective October 12. For the next three years, she will be […]
By Lara Pickford-Gordon snrwriter.camsel@catholictt.org Head of the Ecology and Creation Office, Vatican Dicastery for Promoting, Integral Human Development, Rome, has praised children of the region for […]
By Kaelanne Jordan Email: mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org The sanctity of life and the dignity of each human being, made in the image and likeness of God, is the […]
Where St John’s Village in St Augustine ends is where St Michael’s Village begins. There’s a road sign that welcomes you to the village, but it’s […]
The synod can only be successful with full participation of everyone including the persons whose voices have not been heard over the years. “This is an […]
Now that the Ministry of Education (MoE) has directed that all students of Forms 4-6 return to face-to-face classes, the message of personal responsibility and heightened […]
For the last three years, 16 men have been in a formation programme preparing them for service as deacons in the Archdiocese. Their training has included […]
By Ottrisha Carter Are you thinking about registering for the upcoming virtual biennial Conference on Theology in the Caribbean Today (CTCT)? You should be! CTCT hosted […]
Archbishop Jason Gordon addressed thousands of primary and secondary Catholic students in a virtual setting October 14. The theme for his address was, “We cannot but […]
The listening to take place during the synod is a time of “pastoral conversion” for all the faithful, not just priests and bishops, Archbishop Jason Gordon […]
By Tony Magliano, tmag6@comcast.net There is one war we need to fight. Without our intervention, countless people will suffer, and thousands of children will continue dying […]
“ I remember the first time I heard ‘O Creator’, Peter Telfer and the Mawasi Experience in liturgy, it woke me up. It woke me up […]
Founder of the Mawasi Experience, Peter Telfer, died at 2.45 a.m. today Friday October 15, three days after the musical group he founded marked its 41st […]
By Klysha Best Safe Zones are turning out to be a hassle more than a saving grace for two businesses The Catholic News spoke to. Trinidad […]
The Archdiocese of Port of Spain on Sunday (Oct 17) launches the synodal journey at the diocesan level. Archbishop Jason Gordon is inviting Catholics to “get […]
The Ministry of Education may have given the green light for fully vaccinated Forms 1-3 to return to school in coming weeks, but not all children […]
Prayers are being offered for Mawasi Experience founder, Peter Telfer while he is in the Intensive Care Unit at the Arima General Hospital. Thursday, September 30. […]
The Conference on Theology for the Caribbean Today (CTCT) will host its first virtual CTCT Biennial Conference from Monday, November 8 to Friday 12, 2021. Conference […]
The resumption of face-to-face classes today Monday, October 4, for the Forms Four to Six secondary school students was welcomed by Catholic educators. They are happy […]
If you had to bow before a priest, nun or angel, to whom would you bow first? Archbishop Jason Gordon examined this scenario while delivering his […]
I write to you as a student of Fatima College who finds himself in a state of cautious abeyance over the reopening of school. My reasoning […]
Catholic secondary are preparing for the return of their senior students, as schools across Trinidad & Tobago are set to have in-person classes for the first […]
Sr Roxanne Constance OP manages the Plainview Children’s Home, Arima. Plainview is a branch of the St Dominic’s Children’s Home, which is run by the Dominican […]
Contributing writer Ottrisha Carter spoke with Fr Matthew Ragbir he’s doing during the pandemic. Before the pandemic, technology played an important role in Fr Matthew Ragbir’s […]
Archbishop Jason Gordon said Catholics need to be “far more conscious” of what is happening with the planet, and they must take decisive action now. “The […]
The Catholic Church is not an expert in finance and the economy, but it has wisdom to offer the world through its bishops including Archbishop Charles […]
Archbishop Charles Jason Gordon celebrates his tenth anniversary of his ordination to the episcopate today, Tuesday, September 21. Born March 17, 1959, to parents Stanley and […]
By Klysha Best While the Trinidad and Tobago Unified Teachers Association, (TTUA), has no figure yet for the number of teachers that have been vaccinated, the […]
Story and photo by Lara Pickford-Gordon Email: snrwriter.camsel@catholictt.org “When it’s calm, it’s really calm but when it is not… it is really horrid.” This is how […]
By Delia Chatoor ‘For the beauty of the earth’ is a 19th century hymn, with text by Folliott S Pierpoint, who was so overwhelmed by the […]
A generation of disciples putting their hope in God and having the courage to bend their heart to His will. Archbishop Jason Gordon asked youth and […]
By Kaelanne Jordan Email: mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org Understanding Intercession was the title of Dr Peter Timothy’s presentation, Monday, September 6, part one of a two-part series on intercessory […]
On September 10 every year, World Suicide Prevention Day (WSPD) provides the opportunity for people across the globe to raise awareness of suicide and suicide prevention. […]
“Great, wonderful, very proud, ecstatic” was how Tyiesha Fortune described the performance of her sister’s twin Takara and Tianna of the Rose Hill RC School. Their […]
The Archdiocese of Port of Spain Health, Safety and Environment Team proposal for the reopening of churches issued September 5 for the week beginning September 6, […]
Journeying with persons who experience gender dysphoria was highlighted by speakers at the Emmanuel Community’s webinar ‘The Gender Issue: I am Who I am’ held August […]
By Lara Pickford Gordon “Be neighbourly, consider each other.” This was the simple request from Archbishop Jason Gordon with the resumption of public Masses from September […]
By Fr Martin Sirju, Vicar General Fr Michael Makhan was a giant among priests. I got to know him better when I moved to Port of […]
Reynold Makhan, the brother of the late Fr Michael Makhan asked for him to be remembered “as a simple, loving man, and a priest for all […]
By Kathryn Tardieu, General Manager, CAMSEL This new look is not just a pretty image to give the Catholic News a modern appeal, or to catch […]
Archbishop Jason Gordon is appealing for unvaccinated Catholics to think with the Church and not rely on “spurious information flying around”. He rebuked the influence of […]
By Marie Makhan Remembering my brother Fr Michael Makhan “Blessed is he who comes in the name of the lord” (Matthew 29). “This is my beloved […]
The Tobago Vicariate has been assisting persons affected by Covid-19 mainly with food support since April 2020 under the umbrella of the Pandemic Relief Food Drive, […]
“When I think of Trinidad and Tobago, the words that come immediately to mind are PRIDE and HOME.” These are the words of Richard Ramirez when […]
Paediatrician Dr David Bratt is in favour of children receiving the Covid-19 vaccine because of the “suffering” they are experiencing during the pandemic. He said there […]
The allocation of the Pfizer-BioNTech Covid-19 vaccines for children ages 12 and 18 began today, Wednesday, August 18. The Catholic Education Board of Management (CEBM) is […]
Clark & Battoo Funeral Home marks another milestone in their aim to faithfully serve our nation of Trinidad & Tobago with the announcement of the opening […]
Yvette Woodruffe was honoured for her 49 years of “stellar service” at an appreciation ceremony hosted by the North-West Particular Council of the Society of St […]
The Gender Issue – I am who I am’ is the title of a virtual conference being hosted by The Emmanuel Community on the Independence Day […]
As the Education Ministry prepares for physical reopening of schools with a blended learning approach, the Catholic Education Board of Management (CEBM) has recommended the provision […]
Contributing writer Ottrisha Carter spoke with diocesan priest Fr Stephan Alexander on how he’s coping during the pandemic To keep in contact with his parishioners, Fr […]
The pandemic is affecting everyone in different ways. What’s it like for our clergy, faced since early March with seeing to the spiritual needs of their […]
“What do you want in a partner?” Deacon Sheldon Narine and his wife Cindy got the dialogue going with this question in their presentation ‘Dating II […]
“This time is a time when we have to find new ways to express what is core and central to our faith”, said Fr Kwesi Alleyne, […]
The Caribbean School for Catholic Communications (CSCC) halted its activities last year due to the coronavirus pandemic. With the pandemic still in effect, CSCC decided to […]
Sr Sarah Marie Waterman O Carm is attached to the Christ Child Convalescent Home, Diego Martin which is a children’s home run by the Corpus Christi […]
By Fr Kenwyn Sylvester On Wednesday, August 4, priests of the Archdiocese of Port of Spain celebrated the Feast Day of St John Maria Vianney with […]
By 10.13 a.m. ten persons had received their first Covid-19 vaccination at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, Port of Spain, which was used as a […]
By Kaelanne Jordan Email: mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org Is there any activity (gaming, social media, YouTube, Netflix etc.) that may cause you to pay less attention to others around, […]
By Archbishop Charles Jason Gordon Sixty years ago, the Seminary moved from the monastery to its present building when Archbishop Count Finbar Ryan OP answered: “It […]
Parents have the inalienable right and duty to teach and educate their children about sexuality. Spiritual Director/Theological Adviser for the Archdiocesan Family Life Commission (AFLC), Fr […]
GCCM becomes Laudato Si’ Movement The Laudato Si’ Movement —that’s the new name for the Global Catholic Climate Movement (GCCM). The name change was announced worldwide […]
Places of worship remain closed for religious gatherings, but the Ministry of Health intends to use them as vaccination sites for citizens. Speaking at a media […]
The 2021 editions of the School of Liturgy, and the Caribbean School for Catholic Communications (CSCC) both begin on Monday with new formats as they will […]
The Society of St Vincent de Paul (SVP) National President’s Youth Food Basket 2021 can be the opening to get more youth members into the SVP. […]
Project Care held a food bank in the car park of the St James RC Church last Saturday, July 10 to help the communities of St […]
By Jamila Cross athletesdiscovered@gmail.com Tokyo 2020 is being held in 2021. In spite of last year’s cancellation due to the pandemic, unwavering criticisms and challenges, and […]
Archbishop Jason Gordon met with Miriam Aertker, the head of the UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, TT office on July 8 at Archbishop’s House, Port of […]
What’s heaven really like? Archbishop Emeritus Joseph Harris CSSp hopes it’s like a Carnival band with “togetherness, enjoyment and happiness”. These are all values which he […]
As the Conference on Theology in the Caribbean Today (CTCT) prepares for its 27th conference this year, the Catholic News will feature various aspects of this […]
“You shall open wide your hand to your brother, to the needy and to the poor, in your land.” Deuteronomy 15:11 As food security becomes a […]
By Lara Pickford-Gordon Email: snrwriter.camsel@catholictt.org One of the positives coming from the Covid-19 pandemic is the willingness of many individuals and groups to find ways to […]
Let’s keep making this journey as families, let us keep walking together is the theme for the Archdiocese’s ‘Marriage and Family Week’ which runs from July […]
‘Church in Action—Sharing Hope and Healing in Covid Times’ takes place July 12-18 live at 6 p.m. on Trinity TV and Facebook. The mental health outreach […]
Many are in desperate need of assistance as evidenced by the long lines that form when various organisations distribute food hampers. Catholic News’ Lara Pickford-Gordon puts […]
Every man must commit to the quest to discover true masculinity and heal his wounded adolescent masculinity. “We have to find the inner strength…and make that […]
As Term III of the 2020–2021 academic year ended July 2, Archbishop Jason Gordon has publicly praised the work of educators during the Covid-19 pandemic. In […]
POS Mayor Joel Martinez (left) presents Fatima College principal Fr Gregory Augustine CSSp with a mayoral award for his contribution to education and youth development. The […]
By Kaelanne Jordan Email: mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org How can I continue to grow my faith as an adult? Archbishop Jason Gordon provided guidance on this question during an […]
Archbishop Jason Gordon will soon add four new books to his name. The Archbishop is already an author of five published works: Encounters of Grace, A […]
By Kaelanne Jordan Email: mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org As the LGBT+ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender) communities around the world declare June as Pride Month, Archbishop Jason Gordon has […]
Education Minister Nyan Gadsby-Dolly last month disclosed in an interview with Guardian Media that approximately 2,000 students from Primary and Secondary schools could not be contacted […]
By Kaelanne Jordan Email: mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org On Thursday, June 24, the Solemnity of the birthday of St John the Baptist, 38 year old, Brother Gerard Mopeli Sehlabo […]
By Dr Adanna James, Bethesda Board member When my mother gave birth to her first child, a son, on the eve of Christmas, neither she nor […]
By Lara Pickford-Gordon Email: snrwriter.camsel@catholictt.org More than 1,000 students in Catholic schools without internet access are getting assistance through a collaboration between the Archdiocese through the […]
By Kaelanne Jordan Email: mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org As the nation joined the world in celebrating Father’s Day Sunday, June 20, Archbishop Jason Gordon proposed that fathers adopt St […]
Described as “the best kept secret” in the Catholic Church, the Retrouvaille T&T Community, in its Ministry to hurting couples, sought creative ways to offer support […]
Last year, the effects of the Covid-19 pandemic rippled through society, leaving a trail of unemployment and the rising threat of food insecurity. Things have gotten […]
The third instalment of the Know Your Faith series started Monday, June 7 on the topic ‘Apologetics’. Fr Robert Christo, Parish Priest St Dominic’s Penal, and […]
On the observance of the Solemnity of Corpus Christi, Catholics were reminded of gratitude, recalling the sacrifice which Jesus made through His Body and Blood. “Gratitude […]
“Take one day at a time!”. Practical advice was shared by Psychologist Dr Margaret Nakhid- Chatoor during a virtual workshop on ‘Dealing with Loneliness after the […]
“It is not easy being poor, worse, being poor during a pandemic,” said Brenda De La Rosa, president of the TT Society of St Vincent de […]
On the observance of the Solemnity of Corpus Christi, Catholics were reminded of gratitude, recalling the sacrifice which Jesus made through His Body and Blood. “Gratitude […]
By Carmelite tertiary, Neila Todd The observance of the Solemnity of Corpus Christi, a national holiday in the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago is a significant […]
By Kaelanne Jordan Email: mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org Twitter: @kaelanne1 There was no usual large gathering for the Catholic Charismatic Renewal’s (CCR) annual celebrations this year. Instead, the […]
The Secondary Entrance Assessment (SEA) exam has been postponed to July 1. Originally scheduled for June 10, Education Minister Dr Nyan Gadsby-Dolly at the post-cabinet media […]
By Lara Pickford-Gordon Email: snrwriter.camsel@catholictt.org Religious leaders offered prayers of praise and thanksgiving to God for blessings bestowed and asked for healing and protection on the […]
Fr Matthew d’Hereaux, parish priest at St Joseph RC had this message to share as his parish engages in their IVax campaign. “Dear fellow Catholics, God […]
From the CCSJ/AMMR The Catholic Commission for Social Justice (CCSJ) and the Archdiocesan Ministry for Migrants and Refugees (AMMR) are happy to announce the launch of […]
Pentecost is not just a solemnity of the Holy Spirit “in isolation,” said Papal Nuncio Archbishop Fortunatus Nwachukwu. “What we celebrate is a manifestation of God […]
– Archbishop at Pentecost Vigil Mass By Kaelanne Jordan Email: mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org Twitter: @kaelanne1 “When last in your family did you say to each other ‘I am […]
By Lara Pickford-Gordon Email: snrwriter.camsel@catholictt.org The local chapter of the Global Catholic Climate Movement (GCCM) was launched Friday, May 21 online with a pledge of “action” […]
Archbishop Jason Gordon invites all Catholic families of various parishes and communities to join him virtually in making the Pentecost Vigil Mass on Saturday, May 22 […]
The Education Ministry suspended all face-to-face classes at schools following Prime Minister Dr Keith Rowley’s May 15 announcement of a State of Emergency. In a media […]
The prevailing international and regional conditions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic have inspired the Conference on Theology in the Caribbean Today (CTCT) to host its first […]
The UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency has donated devices to assist with online learning at Catholic schools. On May 7, 103 tablets were handed over by […]
Archbishop at Seminary’s first virtual graduation “It was the best of times. It was the worst of times…” said Archbishop Jason Gordon, using the opening lines […]
By Kaelanne Jordan Email: mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org Twitter: @kaelanne 1 Archbishop Jason Gordon said he is “excited” as he spoke of two “big things” happening for this year’s […]
Lucy Cathy-Ann Wright-Auguste — Manager, Finance Lucy Wright-Auguste has over 30 years in financial management and accounting in private and publicly traded organisations across the Caribbean. […]
Archbishop Jason Gordon is one of nine speakers at an online international Ecumenical Novena to the Holy Spirit which starts on Ascension Thursday, May 13. ‘The […]
The memories of First Holy Eucharist celebrated on Thursday, April 15, 2021, at Santa Rosa RC, will always be powerful to the 39 boys who participated. […]
We, as Church, have witnessed Mother Mary’s appearance in various parts of the world. We are encouraged to pray the rosary, for the conversion of sinners […]
As the country experiences its third lockdown, Archbishop Jason Gordon opined that the present reality can be seen as a time of “pruning” for faithful and […]
The announcement on Thursday, April 29 of the closure of all places of worship as part of Public Health regulations to curb community spread of the […]
On March 25 (The Feast of the Annunciation), St Xavier’s Private School concluded the academic term by attending a virtual Mass celebrated by St Joseph Parish […]
By Kaelanne Jordan mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org Catholic News has asked clergy from the Antilles Episcopal Conference (AEC) to share their experience and words of encouragement on taking the […]
By Lara Pickford-Gordon Email: snrwriter.camsel@catholictt.org “Scouts experience adventure and have fun taking part in activities as diverse as kayaking, hiking, expeditions overseas, photography, climbing and archery. […]
The hundreds of parishioners and pilgrims that usually attend La Divina Pastora celebrations on ‘Good Shepherd Sunday’ were absent for another year because of the pandemic, […]
“If we are calling ourselves Christians and we are not changing or effecting change in the lives of others then we are wasting time,” Trinidad-born Fr […]
By Kaelanne Jordan Email: mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org Twitter: @kaelanne1 In view of the COVID-19 pandemic and its associated restrictions on public gatherings, the bishops of the Antilles Episcopal […]
By Lara Pickford-Gordon Email: snrwriter.camsel@catholictt.org Thousands have received the COVID-19 vaccine since the State’s vaccination programme became accessible to the public from April 6, older persons, […]
The National Parang Association of Trinidad and Tobago (NPATT) celebrates its 50th anniversary with one year of celebrations starting this month on Sunday, April 18, 2021. […]
The All Saints Anglican Church, Port of Spain came alive with the sound of voices, piano and steelpan on Friday, March 26, for the Trinidad and […]
The Holy Spirit existed before, during and after creation. It empowers people giving them courage to fulfill the mission left by Jesus. Zimbabwe-born Deacon Ronald Abraham […]
A message from the Liturgy School Committee The Liturgy School Committee would like to inform all those who are interested in taking part in Liturgy School […]
Ongoing monitoring of students is one of the challenges as education continues in Term III using a “hybrid format”. Community spread remains unabated, and the Education […]
The Society of St Vincent de Paul is hosting Breakfast with SVP on Sunday, April 18 instead of its usual Top of the Mount Brunch. The […]
By Kaelanne Jordan Email: mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org Twitter: @kaelanne1 “If we understand that Divine Mercy is really the ethos of Christianity, how we could have sourpuss Christians?… How […]
By Lara Pickford-Gordon snrwriter.camsel@catholictt.org His appointment was at 2.40 p.m. and by 2.49 p.m. Archbishop Jason Gordon had received the Oxford-AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine. He was among […]
The Art Society of Trinidad and Tobago (ASTT) celebrates Easter 2021 with an exhibition entitled: ‘Easter Traditions & Religious Art’. The exhibition opened to the public […]
The Archdiocesan Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) Team has issued guidelines ‘COVID-19 Action to be taken in respect of positive cases among persons who were at […]
To assist our brothers and sisters in St Vincent and the Grenadines in wake of the eruption of La Soufrière, The Archdiocese of Port of Spain […]
Singing hymns, praying and doing creative, faith-based activities together are just some of the many things students miss about their physical Religious Instruction class. With physical […]
A bilingual Mass was celebrated on Palm Sunday (March 28) at 3 p.m. at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception for the Hispanic community of the […]
On March 13, five of the eight Spiritan Brothers living at Tisserant House of Formation in Arouca: Ronald Abraham CSSp (Zimbabwean), Petros Dasiyano CSSp (Malawian), Eliaza […]
The Resurrection of Jesus Christ showed that death and darkness have no power. As the Triduum reached its climax at the Easter Vigil on Gloria Saturday, […]
Archbishop Jason Gordon has reminded clergy and the faithful of the requirement to maintain the COVID-19 guidelines. Health officials have voiced concern of an increase in […]
Excerpt from Bulletin #12, ‘Guidelines for the Season of Lent and Holy Week’, issued February 17, 2021 from the Archdiocesan Health, Safety, and the Environment Team. […]
This Easter Sunday on April 4, the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, Port of Spain will be filled with heavenly sounds of ‘Sacred Classics, Hymns and […]
The National Catholic Men’s Ministry (NCMM) 33-day Consecration to St Joseph challenge should be a “launch pad” for a new family life and renewal for the […]
The Catholic Commission for Social Justice (CCSJ) and the Archdiocese’s Ministry for Migrants & Refugees (AMMR) have embarked on a healthcare outreach campaign across Trinidad and […]
“God NEEDS behind-the-scenes guys.” US-based, Australia-born Catholic author and motivational speaker Matthew Kelly told participants in the 33-day Consecration to St Joseph challenge on Thursday evening, […]
By Lara Pickford-Gordon Email: snrwriter.camsel@catholictt.org The Solemnity of St Joseph, St Joseph’s Day is celebrated in Colombia Día de San José, on the Monday closest to […]
Have you had an experience of praying for the intercession of the late Archbishop Anthony Pantin and having your prayers answered? The tribunal appointed for the […]
Many people have stories of praying to God for something they needed and, at the opportune time, Archbishop Anthony Pantin came and helped them. Archbishop Jason […]
‘Multi-pronged’ approach needed to get devices to students By Lara Pickford-Gordon Email: snrwriter.camsel@catholictt.org A total of 54 tablets were distributed to the Nelson St Girls’ RC, […]
If you do nothing else during Lent, then ask yourself that single question, Archbishop Gordon asserted. “…God will answer you; God will show you the path,” […]
The Society of St Vincent de Paul (SVP) said it is “committed to fully paying our staff all salaries owed.” In a media release issued Monday, […]
By Fr Christopher Lumsden, Postulator of the Cause of Servant of God Archbishop Gordon Anthony Pantin (in collaboration with the Archdiocesan Archives) On this 21st anniversary […]
By Lara Pickford-Gordon Email: snrwriter.camsel@catholictt.org Twitter: @gordon_lp Catholics have a responsibility to get involved promoting social justice in the society. This message was stated in different […]
Teenagers and children were among a small but impactful group who came out last Wednesday night (February 24) to Adam Smith Square for a candlelight vigil […]
The Centre for Socially Displaced Persons (CSDP), Port of Spain has received 21 persons who were housed at a temporary facility known as C9 which was […]
Education Minister Dr Nyan Gadsby-Dolly held a meeting for education stakeholders February 23 to get feedback on the return to school for Forms Four, Five and […]
New Chairman of the Catholic Education Board of Management (CEBM) Derek Hudson is easing into his new role and familarising himself with the organisation. Responding to […]
On Friday, February 12, the first commissioning ceremony for all the recently appointed principals (17), senior teachers (2) and heads of department (3) was held at […]
Principals, teachers trained in virtual forum By Lara Pickford-Gordon Email: snrwriter.camsel@catholictt.org Twitter: @gordon_lp Principals and teachers at Catholic primary schools attended a virtual forum February 15–16 […]
Just as a car needs to be taken for maintenance, or businesses close for stocktaking, so too people must take a break to reflect spiritually on […]
A return to loving language, responses and gestures will engender a renewal of the family and nation. This is what Archbishop Jason Gordon is appealing for […]
The Archdiocesan Health, Safety and Environment team (HSE) on February 17, issued guidelines for the Lenten season and Holy Week. Bulletin #12 deals with the Sacrament […]
The period of 40 days of prayer, fasting and almsgiving will begin on Ash Wednesday. These 40 days, if well lived and pondered, serve not only […]
By Fr Garfield Rochard There are 46 days from Ash Wednesday to Holy Saturday. Lent has six Sundays including Palm Sunday. These Sundays are within the […]
The Catholic Education Board of Management (CEBM) has a new chairman. Derek Hudson was installed at the CEBM’s AGM on Wednesday, February 10. Archbishop Jason Gordon […]
Archbishop Jason Gordon has commented on the “culture of violence” seen in the violence against women in society. He referred to the recent murder of Andrea […]
The heavy downpour on February 12, slowed the initial gathering of participants of the march for female victims of gender-based violence. It was also the funeral […]
THE FOLLOWING IS A MEDIA RELEASE BY THE NATIONAL CATHOLIC MEN’S MINISTRY “CALL TO ALL MEN: LET US REBUILD OUR NATION” (Monday, February 8, 2021) For […]
Today, February 11 is the patronal feast of Our Lady of Lourdes RC Maraval and Tacarigua. The Feast commemorates the 18 times in 1858, the Blessed […]
The Catholic Commission for Social Justice (CCSJ) and the Greater Caribbean for Life (GCL) is urging T&T’s Government to focus on human development and crime prevention […]
The Franciscan Institute Trinidad and Tobago, a sponsored Ministry of the Sisters of the Sorrowful Mother (SSM) is hosting Faithful Friday- ‘Praying the last Seven Words […]
The Archdiocese of Port of Spain has announced guidelines for the faithful to receive ashes on Ash Wednesday and the possibility of the distribution extending for […]
The pupils of Nelson Street Boys’ RC had a special guest for World Read Aloud Day Wednesday, February 3 with Fr Mikhail Woodruffe O Carm, reading […]
The Education Ministry announced the phased physical reopening of schools February 8 for students of Forms Four to Six using a “hybrid system”. Classes resume April […]
The following is a statement from the Archdiocesan Health, Safety and Environment Team The Archdiocesan Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) Team was established by Archbishop Jason […]
The TT Society of St Vincent de Paul (SVP) is in need of new mattresses for the clients of the Centre for Socially Displaced persons (CSDP), […]
The ill-treatment of migrants and refugees can become a pattern of behaviour that if ingrained will come back to “haunt” citizens, Fr Matthew d’Hereaux cautioned at […]
Keeping troublemakers out your meeting An education session on anti-xenophobia hosted by the Living Water Community and hosted by the Catholic Education Board of Management (CEBM) […]
Although Mark was not an apostle and neither saw nor met Jesus, the gospel attributed to him captures a “portrait” of Jesus and His ministry because […]
An anti-xenophobia discussion conducted by the Living Water Community (LWC) for four RC primary schools was disrupted by persons displaying pornographic material. The event, hosted under […]
Is it ethical to receive the COVID-19 vaccine? The quandary is real for many Catholics because in the production of vaccines, cell lines from aborted foetuses […]
“The Word of God has been my joy; the Word of God has been my life”. Dean of Studies of the Catholic Bible Institute (CBI), Deborah […]
The accusations between political opponents in the United States following the US elections in November 2020, and the January 6 storming of the US Capitol building […]
The Archdiocese is looking at ways for ashes to be distributed on Ash Wednesday. Archbishop Jason Gordon gave this feedback Wednesday, January 20 responding to a […]
Lara Pickford-Gordon snrwriter.camsel@catholictt.org Join the Catholic Bible Institute in celebrating ‘The Sunday of the Word of God’ January 24. The observance, on the third Sunday of […]
On Sunday, December 6, 2020, the National Catholic Men’s Ministry (NCMM) hosted its second Annual Men’s Advent Retreat. Over 100 men attempted to participate. Unfortunately, the […]
This Sunday, January 24 is the Third Sunday in Ordinary Time. In preparation for the second celebration of the Sunday of the Word of God occasion, […]
It is in the family that people learn to become disciples of Christ, develop a relationship with Him, and reveal their God-given talents and gifts. This […]
The Catholic Education Board of Management (CEBM) was among the interest groups which met with Education Minister Nyan Gadsby-Dolly and officials of the Ministry January 7 […]
What do you think of when you hear the word ‘Church’? Fr Steve Ransome sought to provide some clarity to this question at last weekend’s first […]
Archbishop Charles Jason Gordon was one of the feature speakers at the January 2021 Catholic Charismatic Renewal (CCR) National Conference Baptism is important as, through the […]
From Gregory Quan Kep, Jesus Explosion Committee Member COVID-19 has precipitated several restrictions. There is a new normal that has jolted everyone out of their comfort […]
Zion RC Community, through the Association of Catholic Intercessors, Zion’s Ministry of Prayer, launched a Year of Prayer for Trinidad and Tobago on the first Sunday […]
Rosemarie Siewnarine, a participant, writes on possibly the first-ever virtual Life in the Spirit seminar in the Caribbean Led by Fr Raymond Francis and Trinitarian Presence […]
From the Bethesda Community, for persons with disabilities Bethesda held its first ever ‘Drive-through – Pick up Christmas Cheer’ for our families with persons with disabilities […]
The first virtual Catholic Charismatic Renewal National Conference is on this weekend January 9-10 with the theme Let us rebuild (Acts 2:42-47). The welcome will be […]
By Lara Pickford-Gordon Email: snrwriter.camsel@catholictt.org Twitter: @gordon_lp The year 2020 has been memorable. Although the COVID-19 pandemic seems to have overshadowed most of the year, it […]
The Christmas season is regarded as a time of festivity. The reality however, is that stress, anxiety loneliness, depression and conflict can be amplified at this […]
During the school term, the Arima Boys’ RC School has its annual Crèche blessing. This activity would usually take place in the courtyard with the entire […]
Why does the Church have years dedicated to specific topics? The Church observes the passage of time through the liturgical calendar—which includes feasts such as Easter […]
The journey to the Permanent Diaconate started in 2015 with the initial application of over 40 men desiring to enter formation for the permanent diaconate. Fr […]
By Kaelanne Jordan Email: mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org Twitter: @kaelanne1 There’s a saying ‘It takes a village to raise a child’; it took a “global village” to produce three […]
While the coronavirus pandemic has increased uncertainty over future events, the organisers of Jesus Explosion (JE) have adapted to the new normal and confirmed that this […]
The Youth Team of the Catholic Charismatic Renewal is hosting an Art Expo as part of the 50th anniversary celebrations of the Renewal in Trinidad and […]
Lynette Audain, RC representative on the Council of the Girl Guides Association of Trinidad and Tobago, assisted by Upper Belmont District Commissioner, Joanne Camps-Weekes, both of […]
One Bread, One Body by Presentation Ministries Incorporated is back in circulation. This booklet provides daily reflections of the Daily Readings for a two-month period. The […]
The Catholic Commission for Social Justice (CCSJ) has appointed Darrion Narine and Tameka Romeo to the positions of Programme Coordinator, Archdiocese Ministry for Migrants and Refugees […]
The Archdiocese of Port of Spain, in solidarity with the Government of Trinidad and Tobago began a four-week public service COVID-19 awareness campaign, Monday, November 30 […]
The Church of the Annunciation, Santa Rosa Heights, Arima did not have Mass last Sunday as a parishioner tested positive for COVID-19 days earlier. The church […]
The public display of a deceased man being transported at the back of a hearse converted to accommodate the body in a seated position generated much […]
Heavy showers last Sunday did not prevent members of the Catholic Charismatic Renewal (CCR) from gathering for a musical praise motorcade in every vicariate. The event […]
“If you can go to Mass, go to Mass. Virtual is nice but it’s not the real deal. You won’t want to drink a virtual coke […]
“What’s wrong with being busy?” This was the question posed by panellist Terez Lord, former CARICOM youth ambassador at a youth discussion on Poverty with the […]
A number of activities have been planned to celebrate the golden jubilee of the Catholic Charismatic Renewal (CCR). The theme chosen by the anniversary planning committee […]
Fr Alex Viruthakulangara CSsR, a former parish priest at St Dominic’s, Penal and Holy Cross, Santa Cruz has been hospitalised in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) […]
By Lara Pickford-Gordon Email: snrwriter.camsel@catholictt.org Twitter: @gordon_lp In the face of the manmade “mindless, heartless system” which has no regard for the human person or […]
By Lara Pickford-Gordon Email: snrwriter.camsel@catholictt.org Twitter: @gordon_lp Get to know the poor, they have their stories and gifts to give; they lead to a […]
Persons dealing in human trafficking use a business-like approach, with the commodity being people. “Exactly how you think of the company is used by the trafficker,” […]
After being postponed three times for the year due to COVID-19 church closures, the annual celebration of Chrism Mass, which usually takes place at the start […]
Suggested format for prayer service in parishes and schools, homes, prayer groups…wherever the family of God may gather. Opening Hymn: Whatsoever you do (Willard F Jabusch) […]
Justice Peace and Community Week (JPCW) started Saturday November 14 and runs to Saturday 21. The theme this year is Stretch forth your hand to the […]
It has been “50 years of grace” for the Church international, regional and local, said Archbishop Jason Gordon. As members of the Catholic Charismatic Renewal (CCR) […]
Staff at Catholic Media Services Limited’s (CAMSEL) were among the participants responding to the call from the Archdiocese of Port of Spain to join in united […]
Message from Fr Matthew d’Hereaux, Vocations Director We are entering a week dedicated to Vocations Awareness. In my many visits to parishes to promote vocations, I […]
The Education Ministry will begin a national consultation on education starting Tuesday November 10 with the theme: Transforming Education: It takes a village. The consultation will […]
On today’s Feast of All Souls, also known as the Commemoration of All the Faithful Departed, Catholic faithful should be conscious that the goal is Heaven. […]
By Lara Pickford-Gordon Email: snrwriter.camsel@catholictt.org Dr Reatha Leigh Padmore has been on the frontline conducting screening tests on persons suspected of having COVID-19. She has found […]
By Kaelanne Jordan Email: mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org Twitter: @kaelanne1 With churches and places of worship being allowed to reopen for a second time during the COVID-19 pandemic, Archbishop […]
By Lara Pickford-Gordon Email: snrwriter.camsel@catholictt.org Twitter: @gordon_lp Archbishop Jason Gordon said it is difficult for him when persons are uncharitable to Pope Francis and ascribe to […]
By Lara Pickford-Gordon Email: snrwriter.camsel@catholictt.org Twitter: @gordon_lp Archbishop Jason Gordon is urging parishioners to register for Masses and also show consideration for others who wish to […]
By Lara Pickford-Gordon Email: snrwriter.camsel@catholictt.org Twitter: @gordon_lp The COVID-19 pandemic has challenged the Trinidad and Tobago Society of St Vincent de Paul (SVP) to provide for […]
By Lara Pickford-Gordon Email: snrwriter.camsel@catholictt.org Twitter: @gordon_lp There is a lot of talent on display at the Holy Name Convent (HNC) virtual art exhibit Rebirth, which […]
By Lara Pickford-Gordon Email: snrwriter.camsel@catholictt.org Twitter: @gordon_lp The ashes of a mother of three who died in April is contained in an urn on the living […]
There will be a 24-hour virtual Day of Prayer with the theme Praying through the Storm. It is scheduled to begin on Friday, November 6 at […]
Rebirth and Art is Life 2! Holy Name Convent Port of Spain (HNC) has a long tradition of providing an environment where the arts and culture […]
How are citizens responding to 500-plus murders per year? How are we reacting to thousands becoming unemployed through closure of businesses? Are we preparing for a […]
Some Catholic primary schools will welcome migrant and refugee children before the end of the school term, and although it may be challenging, they will have […]
St Francis Canticle Creation Awards By Kaelanne Jordan Email: mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org Twitter: @kaelanne1 The third annual St Francis Canticle Creation Award Ceremony Saturday, October 17 not only […]
Sandee Bengochea shares with Catholic News her experience of being stranded in St Vincent and the Grenadines away from her family due to the closure of […]
The death penalty process in terms of its constitutional motions and challenges depends on the strength and independence of the Courts. “That’s the lynchpin of the […]
Due to the present pandemic, this year’s annual seminary fundraising dinner ‘Seeds of Hope’ carded for Friday, November 13 will now take the form of takeaway […]
Archbishop at World Day Against Death Penalty webinar Archbishop Jason Gordon has said that the issue of the death penalty is one of the “very troubling […]
Regina Bittan-De La Rosa, Principal of Poole RC Primary, shares a bit of history about the 100-year-old educational institution, and the way forward for the school. […]
By Lara Pickford-Gordon Email: snrwriter.camsel@catholictt.org The sum of $1 million was assigned under the Social Sector Investment Programme 2021 for the construction of a staircase […]
The 2020-2021 budget has allotted $63.9 million to the Education sector for “settlement of previous commitments” and restoration of 300 primary schools. The Public Sector Investment […]
By Lara Pickford-Gordon Email: snrwriter.camsel@catholictt.org Passersby in Port of Spain will notice scaffolding at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, Port of Spain. The 169-year-old heritage […]
Imagine if eight years ago, there’s a knock on your door with an all-expenses-paid wedding invitation to Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s wedding in The United […]
The Catholic News has been looking at the impact of virtual learning on the different groups involved. You can see the previous articles: “In the new […]
By Lara Pickford-Gordon Email: snwriter.camsel@catholictt.org Education and training received the highest allocation in the 2020-2021 budget. This is a change from previous years when National Security […]
Archbishop Jason Gordon believes kids are now being “robbed” of play. “Now that school is virtual where do kids play? So, we have to put play […]
Held annually on October 5 since 1994, World Teachers’ Day commemorates the anniversary of the adoption of the 1966 ILO/UNESCO Recommendation concerning the Status of Teachers. This […]
Kaelanne Jordan Email: mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org Twitter: @kaelanne1 “It’s strange how kind words appear so foreign to us sometimes.” This according to the Archdiocesan Family Life Commission’s (AFLC) […]
Archbishop Jason Gordon sees an opportunity to be seized with migrant children being allowed to access education at RC schools. During CatholicTT’s Ask the Archbishop Facebook […]
“Rising from ashes”. This is exactly how Abbot John Pereira OSB referred to news of the burnt apiary at Mt St Benedict now being considered the […]
By Kaelanne Jordan Email: mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org Twitter: @kaelanne1 Archbishop Jason Gordon believes that next year’s Carnival and Lent are going to be vastly different. He said there […]
They may not be physically together but Archbishop Jason Gordon has asked teachers of Catholic schools to see their classes as sacred spaces and see the […]
Simone Delochan copyeditor.camsel@catholictt.org Reports have emerged of teachers struggling with their online classes, and the increase of stress and fatigue. The Catholic News interviewed four teachers […]
Members of the Society of St Vincent de Paul risk their lives during the COVID-19 pandemic to get food to persons in need and visit families […]
Archbishop Jason Gordon praised the “incredible work” of parish ministries to migrants and refugees as the Church observed World Day for Migrants and Refugees Sunday, September […]
By Lara Pickford-Gordon Email: snrwriter.camsel@catholictt.org Twitter: @gordon_lp In giving himself to the vocation of priesthood at 77 years, Archbishop Jason Gordon said Deacon Paul Bousignac was […]
The new Archdiocesan Ministry for Migrants and Refugees was officially launched in June 2018. Following is the full text of a release on Wednesday June 20th […]
Archbishop Gordon on World Day of Migrants and Refugees Kaelanne Jordan Email: mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org Twitter: @kaelanne1 As the Catholic Church celebrated 106 years of World Migrant and […]
God has not “gone to sleep”, nor are His eyes off of faithful amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. “And we can deduce if Jesus is taking His […]
The closure of schools due to the COVID-19 pandemic and emphasis on virtual learning has caused a spike in demand for electronic devices. Over 15,000 devices […]
By Rose-Ann Walker, Catechetical Coordinator, Eastern Vicariate Catechetical month was formally ushered in by the Archdiocesan Catechetical Office (ACO) on Saturday, September 5 with an initiative […]
Archbishop Jason Gordon is appealing to young persons to do the right thing, as the health of the nation depends on them. Speaking at the 8 […]
The pre-COVID-19 routine had its stresses for families. Living in a time of pandemic has meant for some adapting to the changes of the home turning […]
Think you get into Heaven last minute? Think again, because you may not be like St Dismas, the good thief crucified with Jesus. “Many of us […]
It’s September 6, 2020 and today marks month six since my family and I have been ‘stranded’ in the US. I am only one among the […]
Permanent deacon Rev Paul Bousignac will become the Archdiocese’s newest priest on Republic Day, September 24. The Mass of priestly ordination will be held at St […]
“My almighty, my ancient help, my way maker, my redeemer all my thanks and praise belongs to You.” Newly ordained Fr Antony Buaful OSB of Ghana […]
Archbishop Jason Gordon is appealing to young persons to do the right thing, as the health of the nation depends on them. Speaking at the 8 […]
This question came to mind as I listened to our Archbishop on the television one morning. I imagined that as we sat in the comfort of […]
Update from the Archdiocesan Catechetical Office by Sr Juliet Rajah CHF, Directress of Catechetics A Blessed Catechetical Month 2020 to all parents—primary formators in the faith […]
“The greatest obstacle to salvation is our unwillingness to forgive those who owe a small debt when we have already been forgiven a debt that we […]
Pope Francis has awarded The Benemerenti Medal to four women for their years of “long and exceptional service” to the Catholic Church. The recipients are Rhonda Maingot […]
By Lara Pickford-Gordon snwriter.camsel@catholictt.org There’s a saying ‘Lightning never strikes twice in the same place’, however contrary to this lightning has struck and destroyed the statue […]
Dr Margaret Nakhid-Chatoor Psychologist/Immediate Past President (TTAP) The month of September is Suicide Prevention Awareness month. This Thursday, September 10, is World Suicide Prevention Day and […]
By Raymond Syms Email: editor.camsel@catholictt.org We have two mothers, Eve and Mary. “Which one of these do you want as your mother?” Archbishop Jason Gordon asked […]
Archbishop Jason Gordon had messages of encouragement to teachers and parents for the start of the new academic year 2020–2021 and first term. Referring to the […]
Dr Margaret Nakhid-Chatoor Psychologist/Immediate Past President (TTAP) The recent spike in the coronavirus cases in our country has also led to an increase in calls to […]
By Lara Pickford-Gordon snrwriter.camsel@catholictt.org Feedback can be a way of “sharpening” each other and helping someone grow to become the best version of themselves. In this […]
By Lara Pickford-Gordon snwriter.camsel@catholictt.org Archbishop Jason Gordon has asked Catholic educators to seize the “incredible opportunity” of e-learning to “leapfrog” the country by helping students and […]
What has been the role of Roman Catholicism in our national history? That was the topic for discussion on the evening of Independence Day at a […]
By Lara Pickford-Gordon Email: snrwriter.camsel@catholictt.org Twitter: @gordon_lp The school term officially started Tuesday, September 1 with the first week used for orientation and planning curriculum delivery. […]
Kaelanne Jordan Email: mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org Twitter: @kaelanne1 The Chairman of the Equal Opportunity Tribunal, Madam Justice Donna Prowell-Raphael has observed “rants” with “racial overtones” on social media. […]
A virtual national symposium on the eve of Independence on ‘Understanding and Reconciling Race Relations in Trinidad and Tobago’ was an “appropriate….first step” to what facilitators […]
Minister of Education Dr Nyan Gadsby-Dolly held a media briefing August 28 to outline how the new term and academic year 2020-2021 would be managed. She […]
The Church’s educational institutions must teach the importance of caring for the Earth and the need to rest. It should also engage Caribbean politicians to bring […]
A virtual national symposium on the eve of Independence on ‘Understanding and Reconciling Race Relations in Trinidad and Tobago’ was an “appropriate….first step” to what facilitators […]
By Msgr Christian Pereira, parish priest of St Benedict’s RC, La Romaine This is Independence weekend, and usually this weekend is the last before you start […]
For those with a keen interest of archdiocesan history, we visited our archives for the Catholic News report on the first Independence Day 54 years ago. […]
Now, is a time for healing! This Sunday (August 30), there will be a free virtual symposium on racism titled A Time for Healing— Understanding and […]
The Catholic Church in Trinidad and Tobago was among the religious groups invited to make its “spiritual contribution” as the nation became independent of colonial rule. […]
By Fr Christopher Lumsden Postulator – Cause of Beatification & Canonisation, Archbishop Anthony Pantin (in collaboration with the Pantin family & Archdiocesan archives) “The family finds […]
Pope St John Paul II was one of the most pro-life pontiffs of our time, penning the encyclical Evangelium Vitae (The Gospel of Life) and familiarising […]
As citizens return to a continued lockdown due to a worrying increase of COVID-19 infections, Archbishop Jason Gordon is reiterating his call for all to not […]
The Catholic Commission for Social Justice is calling on all citizens to denounce racism. Following is the Commission’s full statement: The Catholic Commission for Social Justice […]
The Roman Catholic Archbishop of Port of Spain (under then Archbishop Louis Gonin) was incorporated as a body corporate on the 4th day of August, 1870 […]
By Lara Pickford-Gordon Email: snrwriter.camsel@catholictt.org Twitter: @gordon_lp If a student has low self-esteem and does not believe they are good in a subject, it will be […]
Kaelanne Jordan Email: mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org Twitter: @kaelanne1 While parents of Secondary Entrance Assessment (SEA) students may have “big dreams” on what secondary school they would like their […]
Archbishop Charles Jason Gordon has said he is seeing things that he never thought possible as he shared his views on the recent racist rhetoric circulating […]
Archbishop Jason Gordon will preside at the priestly ordination of Reverend Antony Buaful OSB, 5 p.m. Thursday, September 10 at Our Lady of Exile Abbey Church, […]
After only 13 days back at school, Standard Five pupils preparing for the August 20 Secondary Entrance Assessment (SEA) had to return to virtual classes. Pupils […]
Archbishop: ‘we need to be very careful’ with COVID-19 The increased reports of local COVID-19 cases have prompted the Archdiocese to “pause” confirmations out of caution. […]
The Catholic community is free and “duty bound” to vote in today’s General Elections, says the Archdiocesan Family Life Commission (AFLC). The AFLC’s mental health clinician […]
By Lara Pickford-Gordon Email: snrwriter.camsel@catholictt.org Twitter: @gordon_lp A banner was erected at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception Port of Spain July 31 ahead of the […]
The Maraval RC school, the Our Lady of Lourdes RC Maraval and the Our Lady of Guadalupe Paramin were “thoroughly sanitised” Tuesday, July 28 after a […]
By Kaelanne Jordan Email: mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org Twitter: @kaelanne1 As religious leaders joined the nation in continuing the “vigil” that began 30 years ago, Her Excellency President Paula-Mae […]
The roof of the Maraval RC School was replaced after a section was badly damaged by gusty winds from a tropical cyclone on July 29. A […]
As religious leaders joined the nation in continuing the “vigil” that began 30 years ago, Her Excellency President Paula-Mae Weekes said it is “quite obvious” that […]
Archbishop Jason Gordon has asked citizens to see the common humanity, “people are people” and not ignite xenophobia towards Venezuelan migrants coming to Trinidad and Tobago. […]
Leela Ramdeen, chair of The Archdiocesan Ministry for Migrants and Refugees (AMMR), and Simone Francois-Whittier, coordinator of AMMR, held a virtual meeting on July 30 with […]
By Kaelanne Jordan Email: mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org Twitter: @kaelanne1 Faithful are invited to join in the Emmanuel Community’s ‘Forty Day Rosary for Life’ which starts today, Friday July […]
The gusty winds which accompanied heavy showers on Wednesday, July 29 damaged the roof of the Maraval RC Primary School. Consequently, some classrooms were inundated with […]
By Lara Pickford-Gordon Email: snrwriter.camsel@catholictt.org Twitter: @gordon_lp Education interest groups met with officials of the Education Ministry led by Minister Anthony Garcia on Tuesday, July 21 […]
On Friday, July 24, The Franciscan Institute for Personal and Family Development, a ministry of the Sisters of the Sorrowful Mother, hosted a human trafficking awareness […]
The Council for Responsible Political Behaviour has reminded all political parties “to protect our proud history” of peaceful and clean election campaigns. According to a press […]
Testing was to begin last Monday, July 27 of 76 Standard Five pupils and 12 staff of the Maraval RC School who were quarantined after a […]
Saint Mary Magdalene was a woman of “incredible” love, an “apostle to the apostles” and Jesus’ most beloved disciple. As the Church celebrated the Feast of […]
The Catholic News did not go to press August 5, 1990. It was the second time the paper did not reach readers due to the events […]
Rev Hinds stated: “Growing up Anglican while Black in Barbados was and continues to be a condition to which I have to navigate in search of […]
The Caribbean Theology Conference Today (CTCT) virtual forum Black Lives Matter: Caribbean Theological Perspectives provided the space to interrogate topics related to the theme. Held Thursday, […]
By Lara Pickford-Gordon Email: snrwriter.camsel@catholictt.org Twitter: @gordon_lp I live a ‘stone’s throw’ away from my church—Church of the Nativity, Crystal Stream and like those folks who […]
The Council for Responsible Political Behaviour is reminding political parties, candidates, and supporters of their responsibilities under the Code of Ethical Political Conduct which party leaders […]
This headline got your attention. Did it cause any immediate, gut emotions? Why do you think these feelings emerged? If your response was mild curiousity on […]
By Dr Merisha Seepersad. Educational Psychologist/Member of TTAP. While “life goes on” during this pandemic, one overlooked fact is that persons are dying in families due […]
By Lara Pickford-Gordon Email: snrwriter.camsel@catholictt.org Twitter: @gordon_lp The Catholic Students Movement (CSM), The University of the West Indies St Augustine met Tuesday, July 7 with Archbishop […]
By Simone Delochan Email: copyeditor.camsel@catholictt.org Overseas travel may be out of the question for a while, and many probably had pilgrimages which would have unfortunately had […]
By Kaelanne Jordan Email: mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org Twitter: @kaelanne1 The Emmanuel Community of Trinidad and Tobago has pledged to continue distributing monthly food hampers to families affected by […]
The Archdiocesan Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) team has advised parishes that more persons can be allowed in churches to participate in Masses and Services. “Based […]
An Archdiocesan synod on Catholic education. This is likely to be the next step following the four-day virtual strategic workshop on Catholic education organised by the […]
Caribbean Theology Conference Today (CTCT) is hosting its second virtual forum Black Lives Matter: Caribbean Theological Perspectives on Thursday July 16 at 7 p.m. Presenters will […]
By Lara Pickford-Gordon Email: snrwriter.camsel@catholictt.org Twitter: @gordon_lp Archbishop Jason Gordon visited Sea Lots last Sunday interacting with residents and prompting them to articulate a “dream” for […]
The Catholic Education Board of Management (CEBM) said teachers of Standard Five are willing to return to school July 20 to prepare their pupils for the […]
“We have to do everything we can to guard against every loss of life, regardless of who the person is, regardless of their station of life, […]
What is the Catholic character of a school? Archbishop Jason Gordon sought to provide an answer to this question during his opening day presentation on Catholic […]
By Kaelanne Jordan Email: mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org Twitter: @kaelanne1 We’ve found him! Since the broadcast of the Mass for the 2nd Sunday of Easter via Trinity TV, social […]
Spiritual Director of the TT Society of St Vincent de Paul Fr Roger Paponette emphasised that in service to the poor Vincentians individually and in groups […]
By Lara Pickford-Gordon Email: snrwriter.camsel@catholictt.org Twitter: @gordon_lp The ‘Donate a project’ has not ended. The Catholic News was informed by an official of the Catholic Education […]
As the government of Trinidad and Tobago continues to ease COVID-19 restrictions, the Archdiocese’s ‘Let No-One Go Hungry’ campaign has seen “a little tapering off”. However, […]
Peace and blessing to you, beloved in Christ! The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted our society and our world in both negative and positive ways. As Church, […]
Can you say your heart is meek and humble in your family, Church community and workplace? “If in your family, you can say ‘my heart is […]
Archbishop Jason Gordon was at the diocesan retreat house in Blanchisseuse on Friday, June 19 when a drowning occurred at the nearby beach. According to news […]
“Widespread use of cannabis amongst the young population makes it a public health issue.” —Professor Andrea Cipriani, NIHR Research Professor of Psychiatry at the University of […]
The Council for Responsible Political Behaviour has begun monitoring activities to evaluate all political parties, candidates and their supporters in the adherence to the Code of […]
As congregations return to places of worship, the Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) Committee of the Archdiocese has released ‘Guidelines for the Restoration of Masses in […]
Many are desirous of returning to churches to celebrate Masses. However, adhering to the Health Ministry’s ‘Guidelines for Places of Worship’ and the Archdiocese’s Health, Safety […]
By Lara Pickford-Gordon Email:snrwriter.camsel@catholictt.org Twitter: @gordon_lp “Good!” “Blessed! “Revived!” These were words used by the faithful who journeyed to the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, Port […]
By Kaelanne Jordan Email: mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org Twitter: @kaelanne1 ‘Eighty-nine days!’ That’s exactly how long faithful were deprived of the Eucharist due to the closing of churches March […]
By Lara Pickford-Gordon Email: snrwriter.camsel@catholictt.org Twitter: @gordon_lp It will be a happy moment on the Feast of Corpus Christi tomorrow June 11 for persons receiving the […]
By Fr Roger Paponette Parish priest, San Raphael The Eucharist is the source and summit of the Catholic Christian life and this solemn feast began as […]
Archbishop asks for patience as churches reopen By Lara Pickford-Gordon Email: snrwriter.camsel@catholictt.org Twitter:@gordon_lp Mask wearing, physical distancing and regular sanitising will be implemented as part of […]
By Lara Pickford-Gordon Email: snrwriter.camsel@catholictt.org Twitter: @gordon_lp Medical marijuana has been used like a “Trojan Horse” in the campaign overseas and in the Caribbean to get […]
Saint of the Day (June 3)-St Charles Lwanga and Companions Today, the Catholic Church remembers Saint Charles Lwanga and Companions. Pope Paul VI canonised Lwanga and […]
Archbishop Jason Gordon has sounded off on the discussion on racism and the uprising in the United States of America following the death of George Floyd—an […]
By Kaelanne Jordan Email: mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org Twitter: @kaelanne1 The Living Water Community (LWC) is providing beginner-level Spanish classes to members of the public who need to communicate […]
When the circulation of the Catholic News took a dive due to closure of churches during the COVID-19 lockdown, new ways had to be found to […]
Trinidadian Rev Mikhail Woodruffe O Carm was ordained a Carmelite priest last Saturday, May 30 at a scaled-down ordination ceremony at the National Shrine of Our […]
With gatherings of more than five still disallowed because of the COVID-19 pandemic, there will be no public Masses, processions, or Benedictions with the Blessed Sacrament […]
By Kaelanne Jordan Email: mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org Twitter: @kaelanne1 We are living in a Babylonian captivity. “There is no altar, no priest, no sacrifice, no Eucharist,” said Archbishop […]
By Kathryn Tardieu General Manager, Catholic Media Services Ltd May 6, 2020 marked 128 years of uninterrupted printing for the Catholic News. Starting with print media, […]
By Lara Pickford-Gordon Email: snrwriter.camsel@catholictt.org Twitter:@gordon_lp Distribution of laptops, desktops, tablets, and smartphones to facilitate e-learning for primary school pupils has begun. In April, Archbishop Jason […]
By Fr Martin Sirju It might surprise many to hear I was not in favour of Indian Arrival Day as another public holiday. I felt at […]
On the day of Pentecost, when the seven weeks of Easter had come to an end, Christ’s Passover was fulfilled in the outpouring of the Holy […]
As this day is very special for the whole Church and because it celebrates our identity and empowerment as a people, we should always find ways […]
By Kaelanne Jordan Email: mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org Twitter: @kaelanne1 Our yearning for Heaven is what the Feast of the Ascension is really about. However, Archbishop Jason Gordon has […]
By Kaelanne Jordan Email: mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org Twitter: @kaelanne1 Traditionally, Muslims around the world turn out to attend Eid prayers at their local masjids (a Muslim house of […]
By Kaelanne Jordan Email: mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org Twitter: @kaelanne1 Capacity restrictions and physical distancing measures imposed due to COVID-19 has seen many businesses including the food service industry […]
Everyone has to take precautions against COVID-19. This vigilance does not end when restrictions are lifted. The Health Safety and Environment (HSE) Team of the Archdiocese […]
The ‘Let No-One Go Hungry’ Project distributed hampers to 26 families from the Warahoon tribe of Venezuela living in Icacos. Of the 26 families, 56 were […]
The Archdiocese is hosting a virtual Symposium June 5 on the theme Marijuana and cannabinoids: Health, research, and regulatory considerations, to discuss the potential negative effects […]
By Lara Pickford-Gordon Email: snrwriter.camsel@catholictt.org Twitter: gordon_lp Trinidad and Tobago as a small island developing state is in a precarious position with the shocks of revenue […]
By Lara Pickford-Gordon Email: snrwriter.camsel@catholictt.org Twitter: @gordon_lp “Who teaches us more than the beasts of the earth and makes us wiser than the birds of the […]
By Kaelanne Jordan Email: mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org Twitter: @kaelanne1 “I would give anything to walk two seconds on water than to stay in a boat and tell the […]
By Kaelanne Jordan Email: mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org Twitter: @kaelanne1 With some businesses reopened in the first phase (May 10-23), there is “definitely” a need to develop an Infectious […]
What do you miss the most about going to Mass? The hymns, community, Communion or the homily? This question was polled by CatholicTT to persons on […]
Do you remember when the statue of Our Lady of Fatima crisscrossed the country in the centennial year of the Fatima apparitions in 2017? During that […]
Migrant families have benefitted from hampers donated by four of the nation’s specialised courts. The President, Vice President and Members of the Industrial Court of Trinidad […]
Pope Francis and Communication Minister on International Nurses Day As Trinidad and Tobago, joins the world in celebrating International Nurses Day, today, Tuesday, May 12, Minister […]
While Prime Minister Dr Keith Rowley announced on Saturday (May 9) that adjustments will be made to the COVID-19 Public Health Ordinance Regulations on a phased […]
‘Remain in Christ during pandemic’ says Archbishop By Raymond Syms Email: editor.camsel@catholictt.org Twitter: @RaymsCN With a pandemic raging, bishops worldwide have called on their faithful to […]
By Kaelanne Jordan Email: mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org Twitter: @kaelanne1 The psalms take us through the “whole gamut” of human emotions—from sadness to joy. And while in the Caribbean […]
Last week, due to the crowds which had accumulated to receive hampers, police were forced to shut down operations as social distancing was not in effect. […]
Simone Delochan copyeditor@catholictt.org On May 6, 2020 the Catholic News celebrated its 128th anniversary. The Catholic News is the oldest paper in Trinidad and Tobago, the […]
Archbishop Jason Gordon and priests are giving up a percentage of their stipends to offset the Archdiocese’s unexpected debts because of the fallout from the COVID-19 […]
“Phenomenal”, “fantastic”, Fr Cornelius Phillip; parish priest St Anthony’s RC Point Fortin says of the response by Catholics in his parish and beyond to their brothers […]
By Kaelanne Jordan Email: mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org Twitter: @kaelanne1 At the Feast Day Mass of La Divina Pastora last Sunday (May 3), Vicar General Fr Martin Sirju invited […]
By Kaelanne Jordan Email: mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org Twitter: @kaelanne1 During the last eight weeks of the national lockdown, have we become more fearful, anxious or worried? What has […]
The Archdiocese of Port of Spain’s ‘Let No-One Go Hungry’ project was launched live via Trinidad and Tobago Television (TTT) on Friday, May 1. Vicar for […]
Feelings of uncertainty, stress, and intense hunger are not the experience of locals only during the COVID-19 pandemic. Santiago (not his real name), 26, left his […]
By Lara Pickford-Gordon Email: snrwriter.camsel@catholictt.org Twitter: @gordon_lp As the nationwide COVID-19 lockdown continues, the number of persons at the Centre for Socially Displaced Persons (CSDP), Port […]
The Catholic Education Board of Management (CEBM) will be utilising television as another medium to facilitate teaching for children of primary schools particularly those without internet […]
Leaders of various Christian denominations in Trinidad and Tobago have pledged their continued service to the poor during the worldwide pandemic. Their ‘Declaration of Solidarity among […]
Lent and Ramadan share a number of similarities. Ramadan, like Lent, requires both acts of charity and discipline of fasting. While many Christians fast during Lent, […]
By Kaelanne Jordan Email: mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org Twitter: @kaelanne1 Many families, Archbishop Jason Gordon observed, are now “reconnecting” in prayer around virtual Masses daily which has been “simply […]
The Church in Trinidad and Tobago is called to be a “network of mercy” for the nation dispensing divine mercy to every “nook and cranny”, every […]
By Lara Pickford-Gordon Email: snrwriter.camsel@catholictt.org Twitter: @gordon_lp As resources are mobilised to ease the suffering people are experiencing during the COVID-19 lockdown, parishes have been directed […]
“Father Reggie” always urged the congregation of the St Charles Borromeo RC, Tunapuna, to attend Mass regularly because the focus was not on him but God. […]