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St Peter’s RC addresses leaking sewer

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” […]

Las Lomas RC students sent home because of unexplained rash

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 […]

Archbishop Pantin cause ‘moving forward’

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 […]

Jesus on the Harbour Master

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 […]

President Christine Kangaloo: Led by faith

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 […]

Reclaiming the giftedness of Human Sexuality

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 […]

Official Book Launch: Manifestations of Faith

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 Gordon Emphasizes God’s Plan for Human Sexuality

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 […]

Trinidad and Tobago’s oil spill response highlights need to review contingency plan

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 […]

Healing the wounds of human sexuality

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 […]

Come, lewwe dance nuh!

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 […]

The Catholic News Steps for Hope 5k run/walk

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 […]

CatholicTT community mourns passing of ‘Fr Leo’

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 host their AGM

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 […]

Reigniting the soul of Carnival

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 […]

Valentine’s Day on Ash Wednesday reminds of the deepest love ever

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, […]

Exploring Carnival, relationships, and popular culture from a Catholic perspective

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 […]

Education behind prison walls

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 […]

Seminary celebrates 80 years of forming priests, and now laity

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 […]

Educators are pillars of society, says 2023 ‘Teacher of the Year’

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 […]

Spreading the Word: ‘Sister Debbie’ discusses importance of Scripture

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. […]

Take a new turn – Caribbean theology can be ‘world-class’

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 […]

Trini priest is new rector of Rome basilica

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 […]

From silos to synod

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 […]

Understanding Fiducia Supplicans

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 […]

Archdiocese’s Health Safety and Environment Team: “Exercise care in the face of the new Covid-19 variant”

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 […]

Change of location but classes continue at St Rose’s  

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 begin on St Dominic’s RC Penal, deadline given for completion date

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 […]

Catholic Charismatic Renewal Conference 2024

“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 Girod – a loving presence for those in need

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. […]

Ten Catholic secondary schools receive scholarships

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) […]

Keep nativity scenes until February 2 in celebration of crèche anniversary

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 Gordon Helps Clarify Pope’s Stance on Same-Sex Union Blessings

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 […]

‘You are valued by God’

— 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 […]

Caribbean nations push for  climate action at COP28 

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 […]

For CatholicTT Youth Leaders: Dinner & Awards Ceremony

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 […]

Hold back from Christmas songs during Advent

“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 […]

Mary has important role in Christian living

– 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 […]

Archbishop Rivas’ new book is precious work for synodality

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 […]

A Personal Journey on World AIDS Day 2023

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 […]

Defending Church teaching on Gender against Relativism’s tide

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 […]

Catholic Education Board responds to mandatory registration in MiLAT Programme

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 […]

RC primary & secondary schools rank high at Junior Parang

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 […]

Synodality – medicine for a divisive world

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 […]

Economic treaty but with social implications

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 […]

Sr Ann Bradshaw – a shining light for 60 years

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 […]

Feast of Christ the King brings hope to Sea Lots community

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 […]

Promoting Tolerance in Trinidad and Tobago’s Melting Pot

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 […]

Vocations Awareness Week: a call to consider a higher calling

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 […]

St Anthony’s College Students to Face Suspension After Fight

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 […]

Preventing Diabetes Health Problems – November is Diabetes Awareness Month

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 […]

Archdiocese vocational school brings hope and opportunity to Sea Lots community

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 […]

Bringing Synodal lessons from Rome to T&T

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 […]

School Robberies Prompt Calls for Unity and Vigilance

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 advises to altar servers

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. […]

‘Meditation Builds Community’

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 […]

Halloween, All Saints, and All Souls: A Catholic Triduum Explained

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 […]

Making over-sized rosary deepens faith for Malick Girls’ RC students

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 rally for the missionary movement

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 […]

Catholics worldwide organize for World Day of Prayer, October 27

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 […]

Empowering parents for literacy success in T&T

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 […]

Security Measures Beefed Up at Presentation College Chaguanas Amidst Threats

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. […]

The Israel-Palestine War through a Catholic lens

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 […]

Carmelite ‘giant’ honoured

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 […]

Thieves target Caparo RC

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 […]

World Youth Day 2023 pilgrims reconnect and reflect

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 […]

CEBM addresses mental health issues among children

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 […]

Synod begins

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 […]

Live the synodal experience

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 […]

Synod: a new way

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) […]

T&T navigating economic crossroads

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 […]

Worldwide Marriage Encounter convention coming to T&T

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 […]

Church leaders must engage in deep conversations – Archbishop

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 […]

Serve, be holy, be the light – Two new deacons for the Archdiocese

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 […]

Celebrating Trinidad and Tobago’s First Official Republic Day

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 […]

Literacy For Life’ – an educational intervention

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 […]

More work to properly minister to the Deaf community

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 […]

Lifeline – a safe space for the despairing and suicidal

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 […]

Adopt ‘panyard’ principles:

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 […]

St Mary’s College Mourns Passing of Beloved Teacher, Mr. Joel Garcia

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 […]

Refuelling Our Faith – Northern Vicariate celebrates its catechists

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 […]

Speak up’ – God can use your voice to save others

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 […]

Changes at the Seminary…as new academic year begins

“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, […]

Maintenance and Repairs Impact Several RC Schools in Trinidad

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 […]

Diane Bertrand on The Faith-Filled Restoration of OLM RC, Tortuga

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 […]

They’re our schools, our responsibility’

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 […]

To catechists: thanks for your persistence, may you find renewed strength

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 […]

Humanity must cooperate with God’s creation… or face consequences

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’, […]

Parents protest Ortoire RC conditions, temporary building being sought

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 […]

Rest in Peace to ‘singing priest’, Fr Patrick Walter Brennan

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 […]

Rose Hill RC pupils in TTPS programme: ‘Who’s Writing Your Story?’

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 […]

Trinity TV’s Telethon 2023: A Week of Entertainment and Giving

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 […]

Ferdie’ Ferreira reflects on 61 years of Trinidad and Tobago’s Independence

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 […]

Work continues on some schools

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 […]

Our Lady of Montserrat Shrine restored

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 […]

CAL’s Handling of Autistic Child on Flight Ignites Conversation on Inclusivity and Awareness

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 […]

Iconic Historic Shrine Rededicated: Our Lady of Montserrat, Tortuga

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 […]

Students lunch with Archbishop, discuss controversial issues

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 […]

Local swimmers in the right lane to aquatic success

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 […]

Catholics in the politics: ‘We all have the right to shape the direction of our country’

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 […]

Two deacons to be ordained on Aug 15, 2023

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 […]

Assessments begin for migrant children for September intake at RC schools

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 […]

Council for Responsible Political Behavior strives to maintain Code of Ethics in the politics

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 […]

Farewell to Porto, off to Lisbon

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 […]

Bem-vindo a Porto  – Welcome to Porto

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 […]

T&T WYD pilgrims arrive in Lisbon safely; stationed at St Cristovao Parish

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 […]

Space for over 2,000 migrant children in RC primary schools

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. […]

Youth catch a faith-filled vibe at Youth Day Village TT

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, […]

God’s Kingdom is unstoppable

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 […]

All-of-society approach, update legislation to help curb crime

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 […]

Break-in at Assumption RC

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 […]

Vacation Revision Programme can boost learning… but only if students attend

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 […]

Detachment from material things encourages building a life of Grace

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. […]

Archbishop: Blanchisseuse church anniversary a celebration of the Sacraments

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 […]

Church organisations comment on migrant issues

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 […]

School hair code is ‘misplaced emphasis’, more pressing issues in education

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 […]

Financial audit submitted

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 […]

Catholic Education Board comments on school hair policy

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, […]

The Catholic News goes to TV with ‘Altos’

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 […]

T&T pilgrims attend World Youth Day in Portugal

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 […]

Papal blessing for ‘Fr Tom’

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 […]

RC schools to SEA students: Blossom wherever you are placed

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 […]

Archbishop Gordon clarifies The Concordat

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 […]

“School in Pan” helped build community: POS primary schools shine

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 […]

Catholic educators & gender conversations

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 […]

On Gender Ideology: Christians called to speak The Truth, show mercy, compassion & love

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 […]

Fr Thomas Lawson celebrates 50 years of priesthood

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 […]

Catholic Education Board responds to misinformation rife on ‘rainbow’ book

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 […]

Free symposium held to honour trailblazer, ‘Dom Basil’

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 […]

UPDATE: Astonishing disclosure following theft at Mount St Benedict

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 […]

Theft at Mount St Benedict

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, […]

Respect the Eucharist, respect each other – Archbishop at Cathedral celebrations

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 […]

Unite in prayer and practical initiatives to break the darkness

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 […]

Work hard for the gifts of the Holy Spirit

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 […]

Catholic Education Board comments on Cumaca RC shooting

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 […]

Priests help laity understand discernment

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, […]

Deliberative to Discerning – Archbishop says local Church needs a revolution

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 […]

Pentecost Mass for Families

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” […]

RC schools willing to teach migrant children …but gov’t mechanisms not in place

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 […]

Celebrating Laudato Si

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 […]

Living Water Community leads prayers for T&T at QPS

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 […]

Pentecost and YOU

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 […]

Bear witness to Corpus Christi, says Vicar General

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 […]

Don’t miss CREDI’s Conference on leadership and discernment

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 […]

#KeepingTheFaith: David Huggins, an amputee, hosts fundraising concert for eye surgery

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 […]

About Ascension Sunday: Jesus ascends triumphantly into heaven

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 […]

“Students safe” after incident at Providence Girls’ RC

“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 […]

Why the desecration of a tabernacle hurts

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 […]

Local Church honours Communications in May

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 […]

Break-in at RC Church in Cunupia

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. […]

Continue practising good hygiene

– 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 […]

Denominational boards submit recruitment proposal to Teaching Service

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 […]

Ministry helping people survive separation and divorce

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 […]

Poor Man’s Lunch’ fundraiser

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 […]

Archdiocese, Children’s Authority to collaborate on children’s Homes

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 […]

Our house, your house, Archbishop’s House

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 […]

St Benedict’s College teen wins boxing gold for T&T

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 […]

Rosary RC Church & surreal imaginations

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 […]

God is counting on us’ – Nuncio at La Divina Pastora

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 […]

‘Final push’ to complete St Francis of Assisi RC, Belmont

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 […]

BREAKING NEWS: Bomb threat causes suspension of classes across Trinidad

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 […]

Our house, your house,Archbishop’s House

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 […]

Are you being called to the priesthood? And other frequently asked questions

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 […]

Collaborations to be enhanced with new ‘RC Pastoral Campus’

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 rainfall disrupts school in Matelot

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 […]

NGC BOCAS LIT FEST

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 […]

Retreats at Mt St Benedict resume

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 […]

Know God’s mercy and respond with gratitude

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 […]

Catholic students shine in CARIFTA games

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, […]

Archbishop lifts dispensation, Catholics obligated to attend Sunday Mass

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 […]

Archbishop to Carrera inmates on Holy Thursday – ‘Serve somebody’

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 […]

NGC Children’s Bocas Lit Fest Storytelling Caravan is on the move!

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 […]

Copyright and church music

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 […]

Embrace the light of Christ and spread its message

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 anyone?

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 […]

Perished in a fire: A Tribute to Zaya

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 […]

We are all the People of God

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 […]

Crucifixion – asking subversive questions

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 to SEA students: “Don’t go anxious”

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 […]

Workshop on composing responsorial psalms

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 […]

T&T Catholics gather to address the ecological disaster the Earth faces

“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 […]

St Joseph RC, Scarborough to be consecrated on its Feast Day (March 20, 2023)

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 […]

Work on new sewer system at St Joseph Girls’ RC begins

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 […]

“We have to pray and work” – RC priest responds to Police Commissioner comments

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 […]

Covid-19 restrictions relaxed at RC churches

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 […]

A ‘Lenten’ Scavenger Hunt for families

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 […]

You are a priest forever in the order of Melchizedek

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 […]

Rosary Boys’ RC helps St Rose’s Girls’ RC after school section condemned

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 […]

History & legacy of God’s will being accomplished

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 […]

Fr Mike lived the command to be a holy priest

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 […]

How he lived… ‘all things to all people’

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 […]

Update: Beatification and Canonisation of Archbishop Pantin

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 […]

Put party politics aside to combat T&T human trafficking problem

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 […]

Scouts honour for Archbishop

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 […]

Don’t make Lenten journey only about “I”

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 […]

Father of Holy Cross’ remembered as Holy Cross College celebrates 65 years

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 […]

Challenges of the synodal path

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. […]

Look out for the Lord in disguise

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 […]

Know Your Faith: Evidence of synod themes in the Bible

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 […]

Maracas Valley church leaders unite to discuss community issues

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 […]

New security measures at Mount ‘working well’

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, […]

Second cohort of permanent deacons mark one year of ministry

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 Seminary at 80

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, […]

Much loved “Fr Tom” retires

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 […]

St Gabriel’s Girls’ RC beaming over 3rd place Junior Panorama finish

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, […]

Catholics reminded – “Wherever we go, the power of God must flow”

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 […]

Priest responds to robbery on Mount St Benedict

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 […]

‘Called to be a Holy Family, a Holy Church, and a Holy Nation’

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 […]

Nuncio: Pope Benedict’s resignation was example of true humility, service

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 […]

Archbishop meets with Religious Sisters, new Episcopal Delegate appointed

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 […]

‘How big is your God?’ – Archbishop Gordon reflects on Epiphany

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 […]

RC community launches mental health initiative

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 […]

Archbishop: he will be missed

“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 […]

Catholic Church in T&T remembers 2022…

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 […]

Spiritual work needed for T&T says Archbishop

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 […]

“Mary gives a unique view of who God is”

– 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 […]

Unity strengthened in Catholic communities after floods

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 […]

Hospital staff remembers Covid-19 patients at candlelight vigil

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 […]

A challenge to ‘bring fire to the world’

– 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 […]

The journey to World Youth Day 2023 begins

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 mobilise during adverse weather

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 […]

Catholic fashion designer is UTT’s Student of the Year

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 […]

RC schools affected by inclement weather

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 […]

Presentation College celebrates anniversary

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 […]

Holy Faith Sisters to launch ‘Presence & Action’

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 […]

Jamaican reggae artistes visit Rose Hill RC with a positive message

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 […]

Memories of Presentation Colleges in Trinidad

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 […]

Addressing the secular Church

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 […]

Holy Name Convent’s 120-year legacy celebrated at ‘An Evening of Light’

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 […]

SynodTT: “Synod experience is like a rose garden”

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 […]

Synod 2021–2023: The Journey

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 […]

Gratitude to ‘Brother Matthew’

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 […]

Altar servers of Archdiocese asked to make a daily sacrifice

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 […]

Give with a glad heart…God will replenish.

“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 […]

SVP must deal with realities, says new president

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). […]

A “double blessing” for the Holy Faith Sisters

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 COP meets with East POS Catholic primary schools

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 […]

Curtailing disturbances of gunfire requires help from all segments of society

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 […]

Leadership: The Pursuit of Virtue; Together we can make a difference

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 […]

Gunfire traumatises students of Rose Hill RC, Catholic Board responds

“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 […]

Archbishop Gordon at UTT graduation: “Time to rejuvenate our hearts”

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 […]

Remembering deceased bishops, clergy, and religious sisters of the Archdiocese of Port of Spain

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 […]

Fifth annual St Francis Canticle Award Ceremony

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 […]

The Choice: A play that explores the choices we make

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 […]

Fr Peter’s final act

“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 […]

Simple, humble, prayerful – Bishop Galt remembered

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 […]

“We need help!” – Finbar Ryan Geriatric Home

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. […]

Belmont RC church art auction goes well

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 […]

Like water for the fish…prayer is vital for life – Archbishop Gordon

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 […]

Holy Mass and prayers for Breast Cancer Awareness

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 […]

Carapichaima RC teachers & students remember student killed in Chaguanas

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 […]

SVP addresses “series of falsehoods” at Finbar Ryan Geriatric Home

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 […]

Catholic Education Board on parental rights & Children Sex Ed

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 […]

SVP facility for children living with HIV/AIDS gets new name

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 […]

Help available to deal with mental health

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 […]

Increased costs of living and its effect on mental health

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 […]

2023 Budget allocations to Catholic institutions

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 […]

Youth carrying on mission of St Vincent de Paul

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 visits RC schools in national drive

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 […]

Budget for Creation? – A 2023 Budget Analysis

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 […]

National awardees of the Catholic community “humbled and thankful”

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 […]

Strict parenting can lead to sneaky children

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 […]

Catholic education and 2023 Budget

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 […]

CEBM responds to viral photo linking former ‘Pres’ students to Pennywise heist

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 […]

Arrangements made as teachers ‘rest and reflect’ again

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 […]

Pennywise heist: Updates on Siparia RC pupil & mom of St Benedict’s student

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 […]

Working on a good conscience

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 is most outstanding – Season of Creation winners announced

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 […]

Child psychologist warns of online grooming, child exploitation

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 […]

A cry for help

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 […]

Trinity TV celebrates 9 years of “life-giving” broadcasting

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 […]

Archbishop: Faith is caught, not taught

“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 […]

Cedros school gets paint job, thanks to Chancery staff

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 […]

School term begins but Matelot schools inaccessible

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; […]

Classes as normal at RC schools after Sept 5 ‘rest and reflect’

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 […]

Colombia donates to St Francis, Belmont art auction

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. […]

The role of race and religion in nation building

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 […]

Legion of Mary 100th Anniversary Essay and Art Competition

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 […]

Society of St Vincent de Paul responds to centre’s closure

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 […]

Mount St Benedict to revive Masses in Spanish

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 […]

RC community celebrates Dr Adanna James who received Christian Ethics prize

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 […]

Commemorating World Humanitarian Day

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 at San Rafael RC robbed

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 […]

Catholic youth represent at ‘Youth Week 2022’

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 […]

A vacation of fun and growth with CTC

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 […]

“History witnessed” in Point Fortin with newly ordained priest

“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 […]

Senior killed in Moruga, remembered as a mentor in the Church

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 […]

Concerning school violence

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 […]

The role and impact of Africans in Nation Building

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, […]

Archbishop’s advice to travelling students

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 […]

RC students get excited about national instrument

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 […]

Archbishop to CBI grads: help ‘give scripture the prominence it deserves’

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 […]

Point Fortin ‘son’ to be ordained

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 […]

Vatican appoints new Apostolic Nuncio

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 […]

CSCC 2022 sessions reflect on Pope’s encyclical Fratelli Tutti

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, […]

Bad weather, road damage does not stop feast day celebration

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 […]

Know Your Faith: The mission of the Church is a dance

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 […]

Jesus Explosion XX’ exceeds expectations

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 […]

Fundraising prayer breakfast to support Diocesan Clergy

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 […]

Vacation camp for children and adults with disabilities

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 […]

Clarifications on mask-wearing at Catholic places of worship

“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 […]

Tobago Heritage Festival: Preserving legacy in our sister isle

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 […]

Amazing, extraordinary’ – SJC, San Fernando celebrates 140 years

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”. […]

Mask-wearing still recommended at churches despite removal of mandate

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 […]

Register now for “Communications School” – CSCC 2022

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 […]

Know Your Faith: Communion is important

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 […]

Day and Night – A book for interior reflection

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 […]

Hydroponic farming at RC primary schools

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’ […]

Key takeaways from 2022 World Meeting of Families

“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 […]

SEA 2022 performance exposed education inequalities

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 […]

Families: “See yourself as the Domestic Church”

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 […]

Forging a dynamic Domestic Church

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 […]

Answering questions from youth on Pride Month

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 […]

Families must be witnesses

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. […]

RC schools share on SEA performance

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 […]

Faith meets reason: Philosophy and Theology

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? […]

Life is a journey

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 & […]

Jubilee of Families in 2025, next WMOF in 2028

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” […]

Corpus Christi in Paramin 2022

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 […]

Girl Guides Association issues call for more volunteerism

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 […]

Second consultation on SEA and Concordat

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 […]

Everything you need to know about World Youth Day 2023

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 […]

Families meet in Rome

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 […]

With joy in their hearts

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, […]

Family life must rise again to take back the nation

“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 […]

Corpus Christi 2022

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 establishes team to review RC children’s homes

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 […]

‘Know Your Faith’ series delves into Purgatory

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 […]

Listening to the marginalised

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 […]

The role of East Indians in nation building

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 […]

Families, ask for outpouring of Holy Spirit

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 […]

Archbishop Gordon: Children have to be safe… no matter the cost

“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 […]

Mount St Benedict reopens to public

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 […]

Know Your Faith series on Mary ends examining The Assumption

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 […]

Canon Law Society convenes in Tobago

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 […]

120 years for St Francis, Belmont

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 […]

Church of the Nativity celebrates 50 years of sacred ministry

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 […]

Grace on our shores

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 […]

Laudato Si Mi Amore – A special gift for you

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 […]

Archdiocese to investigate allegations of abuse at RC children’s homes

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 […]

View vocation differently – Archbishop at Seminary graduation

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 […]

108 Years of Work for the Blind Trinidad and Tobago

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 […]

Protest action at St Dominic’s RC school

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 […]

Social Justice Commission empowers childcare professionals to serve

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 […]

Archbishop comments on “long tail of Covid” during live chat

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 […]

‘Scouting for Food’ for people in need

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’. […]

RC primary school students share on “Life in the Pandemic”

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. […]

The role of Muslims in nation building

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 […]

Penal community mourns death of RC student and mom

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 […]

Vicar General to Lay Ministers: be other Christs in your parishes

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 […]

After vandalisation incident, windows repaired at Belmont RC

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 […]

Show children love – CCSJ responds to children’s homes report

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 […]

New “Know Your Faith” series: Understanding Marian devotions

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, […]

Bridge at Mount restored: Monks grateful for public’s support

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 main celebrant at weekend celebrations

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 […]

St Xavier’s Primary celebrates Earth Day

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 students contribute to T&T Carifta Games medal count

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 […]

Belmont church centre vandalised before Mass

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 […]

Catholic Principals Association President dies

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 […]

The contribution of the Shouter Baptist community to nation building

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 […]

Kinsmen in faith break fast

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 […]

His Resurrection was something different

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 […]

Students’ well-being a priority as full classes resume

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 […]

Remember Easter collection to support priests

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 […]

Gift of priesthood a ‘sacred responsibility’

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 […]

How to dispose holy oils

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

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 […]

Religious leaders will break fast together

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 […]

106-year-old bridge at Mount to be restored

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 […]

National Day of Prayer: RC Churches to be open from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.

The following message is from Fr Martin Sirju, Vicar General and Roman Catholic Church Representative – IRO   In his weekly Catholic News column (March 27), […]

Catholic schools ready for full reopening

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 […]

Holy Week processions return

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 […]

The Church in the metaverse

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 […]

IF…Humanity turns towards God, there will be peace, says Archbishop Gordon

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 […]

New app teaches your children financial literacy

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” […]

Archbishop to SEA students: “Don’t sweat it because God is with you”

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 […]

Swimming again at the Mount

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 […]

Welcome youth back

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 […]

Metaverse and the Church

  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 […]

Archdiocese joins Pope to consecrate Russia and Ukraine to Mary

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 […]

New acting principal for Fatima College

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 […]

Gala concert to benefit St Francis RC, Belmont

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 […]

Help needed to repair Cathedral presbytery roof

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 […]

What’s up, Archbishop Joe?

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 […]

Catholic News — not just a ‘church’ paper

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 […]

Prayer weekend for SEA students

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 […]

Churches back to full capacity – Archdiocese updates guidelines

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 […]

Ongoing cause for the beatification of Archbishop Anthony Pantin

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 […]

Allow Lent to be transformative, not routine

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 […]

Social Justice Commission calls for end to Ukraine war

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 […]

Emmanuel Community mourns late Moderator, John Mackay

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 […]

Pray for peace in Ukraine – Archbishop

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 […]

Your questions answered on ‘The Mass: The High Point of Christian Worship’

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 […]

Hymn, ‘To be the Body’ inspires priest who was robbed

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 […]

‘I’ not ‘We’ – the importance of Baptism

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 […]

Vaccinated or not, “let us not discriminate” says Archbishop

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 […]

You’re not alone – Help is available to cope

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. […]

Issues unresolved for primary schools, says principals’ association president

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 […]

So far, so good

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 […]

Archbishop: Grow closer to God in grief

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 […]

RC Church continues to pray in light of vehicular accident

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 […]

You’re not alone – help available to deal with mental health

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 […]

Mount St Benedict launches liturgical music project

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 […]

Church must consciously engage Youth

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 […]

Let’s find a humane way to address the migrant situation – CCSJ on infant’s deat

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 […]

The Word of God must propel faithful into mission

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 […]

MoE guidelines

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 […]

Wary, but welcoming

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’s Tobago visit – Synod, Education among issues discussed

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) […]

Synod with Youth

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 […]

Tribute to Justice Andre des Vignes

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 […]

Called forward: To serve not just ‘nice, esoteric words’, says Archbishop

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 […]

The Permanent Diaconate explained

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, […]

‘Know Your Faith’ series on Luke shows a gospel of inclusivity

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 […]

For devoted and generous service to the CCR…

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 […]

Archdiocese welcomes new permanent deacons

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 […]

SYNODTT – We’re getting ready to listen

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 […]

New school term: Schools continue dealing with Covid-19 challenges

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 […]

Priest pays tribute to late Deon Lendore

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 […]

Local priest comments on Pope Francis’ “choosing pets over children”

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 […]

Let the Holy Spirit interpret the Word

“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 […]

KEEP IT SOCIAL: Faith isn’t a ‘private thing’

– 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 […]

Apostolic Nuncio will miss T&T

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 […]

Fulfilling the Church’s secular mission

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 […]

Heads of Christian churches pray for optimism in 2022

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 […]

Let us work, dialogue, and educate for Peace in the New Year – Archbishop

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 […]

Catholic Community takes “a look back at 2021”

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 God’s instrument of salvation – Archbishop Gordon

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 […]

CYC – Catholic Youth Christmas

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 […]

Archbishop visits Couva Hospital ‘cold zone’

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 […]

Archbishop reminds “…it’s not Happy Holidays, it’s Christmas”

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 […]

Archbishop to new priest: ‘God has something special for you’

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 […]

Vicar General on on Feast of the Immaculate Conception: “Let grace flood your heart”

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 […]

CEBM offers workshop on becoming a Catholic teacher

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 […]

T&T needs ‘inner cleansing’ to overcome Covid

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 […]

Synod coordinators meet virtually

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 […]

‘Finding Your Purpose…’ to support youth education

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, […]

Listening during the pandemic

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 […]

Catholic schools managing but stress supervising children

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 […]

Synod 2021-2023: “Everything must be heard”

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 […]

The missing gift

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 […]

Men, Walking in Power with St Joseph Men, Walking in Power with St Joseph

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 […]

Educators must help students fulfil potential, live their vocation

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 […]

To become your best self, work with God

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 […]

Archdiocese celebrates World Youth Day 2021 Mass

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 […]

The importance of intercession

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 […]

Youth forum at theology conference

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 […]

Archbishop’s Appeal to supporters: “You have made a difference”

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. […]

Synod consultations get underway in December

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 […]

Fr Anton adjusts from accountant to priest

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 […]

Lady Hochoy Home dealing with Covid-19 outbreak

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 […]

Religious leaders address poverty

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 […]

Wait? Did You Miss Your Vocation?

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 […]

Mucurapo Boys’ RC benefits from project to prepare for in-person school

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 […]

Finals of the CCR Gospelypso/Choir competition

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 […]

Church’s November traditions explored at film festival

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 […]

Young theologian looks forward to CTCT 2021     

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 […]

Students need to have healthy discourse on Covid-19 vaccine; avoid “labelling” peers

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 […]

Contribution made – thank you, readers!

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 […]

Appointment at the CREDI

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 […]

Children encouraged to help preserve Caribbean beauty

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 […]

Know Your Faith: Catholics called to respect all life

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 […]

Church History: Smallest Chapel in the Archdiocese

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 […]

Meet the synod team for the Archdiocese of Port of Spain

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 […]

Catholic Education Board on return to face-to-face classes for all

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 […]

Permanent diaconate candidates become acolytes

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 […]

The disconnections and connections of the pandemic CTCT November conference launched

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 […]

Students addressed on World Mission Sunday

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 […]

A momentous shift for the church – Archbishop on synod launch

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 […]

No one should ever go hungry – yet millions do

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 […]

Archbishop Gordon on Telfer’s passing: “…a great Catholic, and true patriot of T&T”.

“ 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 […]

Catholic Community mourns passing of brother and friend, Peter Telfer

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 […]

Are TT Safe Zones a saving grace?

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 […]

Our Synodal journey begins

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 […]

Catholic educators prepare for return of Forms 1-3

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 […]

Archdiocese prays for Mawasi Experience leader, Br Peter Telfer

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. […]

Virtual launch of theology conference

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 […]

Catholic educators “happy” as face-to-face classes resume

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 […]

Sr Théresè Dookeran: 50 years of religious life

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 […]

A letter to the editor: Fatima College student speaks up

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 […]

Fatima College will balance educating vaccinated and non vaccinated students

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 […]

Teaching children new skills 

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 […]

Continuing his mission using technology

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 […]

Archcbishop Gordon: Catholics must take decisive action to save our planet

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 […]

Mass for Archbishop’s tenth anniversary

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 Jason Gordon celebrates a decade shepherding  

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 […]

CEBM States 70% Of Their Teachers ‘Vaxxed’ – hopeful for hybrid classes come January

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 […]

Rose Hill  RC: A safe zone in the midst of crime trauma

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 […]

Season of Creation: Called to preserve the earth’s beauty

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 […]

Calling a generation to counter ‘hook-up’ culture

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 […]

Know Your Faith series helps us understand Intercessions

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 […]

Suicide Prevention Day – Creating Hope through Action

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. […]

SEA pupils enjoy success after hard work and sacrifice

“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 […]

Key points for reopening of churches

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, […]

Treat with compassion and speak truth – Archbishop at webinar on gender

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 […]

“Just come”… In-person Masses again after lengthy closure

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 […]

A giant among priests

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 […]

Fr Makhan was a priest for all

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 […]

What’s the big deal about a new masthead?

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 pleads, “Save this beautiful nation of ours, get vaccinated”

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 […]

May we be better human beings because of Fr Makhan

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 […]

Pandemic Relief Food Drive in Tobago

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, […]

Proud of this place

“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 […]

Vaccinate children, need to return to in-person schooling – paediatrician

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 […]

“Make the wise choice” says Catholic Education Board on vaccines for children

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 […]

New crematorium at Clark & Battoo

Clark & Battoo Funeral Home marks another milestone in their aim to faithfully serve our nation of Trinidad & Tobago with the announcement of the opening […]

SVP thanks Yvette Woodruffe for 49 years of service

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 […]

Virtual conference on gender

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 […]

Catholic Edu Board recommends rapid Covid-19 testing in schools

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 […]

Fr Stephan continues to journey with his flock

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 Cleric and Covid-19

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 […]

Dating Tips for Catholics

“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 […]

‘Worship in a covid space’ at Liturgy School 2021

“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, […]

Participants complete virtual CSCC 2021

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 […]

Time for individual attention

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 […]

Virtual priests retreat for ‘Vianney Day’

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 […]

Immunised at the Cathedral

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 […]

Are you an internet addict? These are the signs…

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, […]

Seminary is the heart of the Archdiocese

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 must form and fashion their children’s sex education

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 […]

Global Catholic Climate Movement becomes Laudato Si’ Movement

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 […]

Churches to be used as vaccination sites

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 […]

Virtual Liturgy School & Communications School begin Monday

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 […]

Youth interested in agriculture – SVP launches food initiative

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. […]

T&T’s Project Care caters to the less fortunate

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 […]

Good luck Team TTO in Tokyo

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 Gordon & UNHCR talk issues affecting migrants and refugees

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 […]

Archbishop Harris celebrates golden jubilee

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 […]

Caribbean theologians continue their mission during pandemic

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 […]

SVP encourages youth to grow food for others

“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 […]

Scouts help in vaccination drive

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 […]

Archdiocese of POS prepares for ‘Marriage and Family Week’

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 hosts mental health discussion

‘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 […]

The local Church shares on pandemic relief efforts

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 […]

Male spirituality features in St Theresa’s ‘Tuesday Talks’

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 […]

Archbishop praises the work of educators

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 City awards Fr Gregory

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 […]

Many options for adult Catholics to grow their faith

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 Gordon recommends a reading list for Christians

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 […]

“Our identity is in God not our sexual preferences” says Archbishop

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 […]

Catholic Educators address online learning challenges

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 […]

Mount St Benedict receives another ‘son’

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 […]

Bethesda Community celebrates 6 years

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 […]

Educators, ICT providers collaborate to close digital divide for students

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 […]

Society needs to heal the ‘father wound’

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 […]

Retrouvaille hosts virtual workshop for couples

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 […]

Living Water goes digital to help those most affected

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 […]

Know Your Faith series continues with Fr Robert Christo

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 […]

Let us show one another GRATITUDE

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 […]

Dealing with loneliness after the loss of a loved one

“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 […]

Faith, love & charity for the poor during pandemic

“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 […]

Catholics reminded of gratitude for Corpus Christi 2021

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 […]

Corpus Christi and national identity

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 […]

CCR virtual rally – ‘Let us Rebuild’

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 […]

CEBM agrees with SEA deferral

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 […]

‘We must be of one mind’ to defeat Covid – Anglican bishop at National Day of Prayer

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 […]

Take the vaccine, it’s an act of faith

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 […]

Social justice commission rebrands website

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 a manifestation of Holy Trinity – Nuncio

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 […]

Families, become schools open to the Holy Spirit

– 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 […]

GCCM TT launches with pledge of action

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” […]

The local Church invites families to a virtual celebration of Pentecost

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 […]

MoE suspends face-to-face classes

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 […]

Call for papers for virtual theology conference on COVID-19

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 […]

UNHCR gives devices for RC schools

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 […]

‘Be where people are’, see with religious imagination

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 […]

Archbishop Gordon on pandemic and Pentecost: “Let’s push back to God”

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 […]

Appointments at the Chancery

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 Gordon joins international speakers to help Christians prepare for Pentecost

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 […]

Thirty-eight receive Holy Communion at Arima Boys’ RC

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. […]

May is dedicated to the Blessed Mother

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 […]

Adopt daily, spiritual practices during pandemic lockdown

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 […]

Goodbye to in-church Masses, for now…

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 […]

Keeping Easter Traditions Alive at St Xavier’s Private School

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 […]

Priests also work to build trust in COVID-19 vaccine

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 […]

Let’s go scouting, virtual camp and all!

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. […]

We are always in God’s hands – Archbishop at La Divina Pastora

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, […]

Society of St Vincent de Paul members called to be change agents

“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 […]

AEC bishops meet on Catholic education, disaster preparedness

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 […]

What’s it like taking ‘the jab’ ?

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 (NPATT) celebrates 50

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. […]

‘For Faith and Music: A Mass for the People’ goes online

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 […]

Know Your Faith: The role and power of the Holy Spirit

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 […]

Liturgy School goes virtual

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 […]

CEBM: students’ participation remains a challenge with virtual teaching

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 […]

Breakfast with SVP

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 […]

Divine Mercy –important part of salvation history

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 […]

Dial down on social contacts

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 […]

Art Society of Trinidad and Tobago celebrates Easter 2021

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 […]

“Someone at my church tested positive for COVID-19…what’s next?”

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 […]

Local Church ready to assist SVG

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 […]

Schools get Catholic faith delivered despite online limitations

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 […]

Bilingual Palm Sunday Mass

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 […]

Three new Spiritan deacons

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 transforming power of the Resurrection

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, […]

Set a high standard of safety in all parishes

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 […]

Palm Sunday Health & Safety reminders

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. […]

Easter at the Cathedral – ‘Sacred Classics, Hymns and Spirituals’

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 […]

Renew the Church and family life through consecration to St Joseph

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 […]

Church embarks on healthcare outreach for migrants & refugees

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 […]

Be God’s “behind-the-scenes” guy

“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, […]

Celebrating St Joseph’s Day

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 […]

Tribunal wants to hear your stories of Archbishop Pantin

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 […]

He was providential – Archbishop Gordon at Memorial Mass for Archbishop Pantin

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 […]

East POS schools grateful for new tablets

‘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, […]

This Lent, ask yourself, “What’s God’s vocation for me?”

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,” […]

SVP responds to non-payment of CSDP staff

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, […]

A servant of heroic joy

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 […]

Get involved in social justice

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 […]

Youth ‘not dropping the ball’

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 […]

SVP centre houses former ‘C9’ residents

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 […]

Report on schools reopening: RC secondary students happy to be back

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 CEBM chairman willing to listen, learn and lead

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 […]

‘Instil proper Catholic values’ —Archbishop to administrators

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 […]

Welcoming migrant children into RC schools

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 […]

Lent – time to pause, reflect on our role as ambassadors for Christ

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 […]

Give up violent speech and negativity for Lent — Archbishop at Ash Wednesday Mass

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 […]

Lenten practices in a time of COVID

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 […]

Lent: A challenge for today’s culture

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 […]

Understanding the Lent basics

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 […]

New CEBM Chair

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 […]

‘We need a conversion of heart’

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 […]

Andrea Bharatt: The Tipping Point

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 […]

Catholic Men’s Ministry stands with T&T

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 […]

Church History: Our Lady of Lourdes Grotto, Maraval

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 […]

Baying for blood will not address issues

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 […]

Faithful Friday starts 

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 […]

Archdiocese of POS announces Ash Wednesday guidelines

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 […]

Local priest engages pupils on World Read Aloud Day

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 […]

Reminders for phased, physical re-opening of schools

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 […]

COVID-19 protocol update for Archdiocese of POS

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 […]

New mattresses please, St Vincent de Paul appeals

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), […]

‘Overcoming Prejudices’ — an open dialogue on migrants and refugees.

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 […]

Archdiocese warns about ‘Zoom bombing’

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) […]

‘Know Your Faith’ series gets revamped & focuses on Mark’s gospel

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 […]

Pranksters and porn quickly end forum for RC schools

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 […]

Church supports receiving COVID vaccine

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 […]

Read your Bible, ‘dig deep’ into God’s Word

“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 […]

US politics needs ‘conversation’ – Archbishop

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 […]

Archdiocese plans for pandemic Ash Wednesday…and other 2021 events

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 […]

Celebrate, study, and disseminate the Word of God

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 […]

St Joseph, the man for our time

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 […]

Recommended ritual for ‘Sunday Word of God’

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, […]

How to behave in the family

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 […]

Educators make recommendations to MoE for reopening of schools

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 […]

Practical steps to build Church

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 Gordon: Baptism important for Christian living & mission

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 […]

‘Jesus Explosion’ 18 goes virtual

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 hosts first online prayer conference

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 […]

A virtual Life in the Spirit experience

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 […]

Operation ‘Christmas Pick Up’

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 […]

CCR National Conference online

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 […]

As we were in 2020

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 […]

Tips for getting through ‘Christmas Blues’

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 […]

Blessing of the crèche at Arima Boys’ RC

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 […]

The Year of St Joseph: What Catholics need to know…

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 […]

Future permanent deacons complete first leg of journey towards Diaconate

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 […]

NEW Deacons for T&T and Barbados

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 […]

Taking Jesus Explosion online

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 […]

CCR 50th anniversary Art Expo for youth

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 […]

Devices from Girl Guides Association

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’ booklet available again

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 […]

New appointments at Catholic Commission for Social Justice

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 […]

CatholicTT COVID-19 Awareness Campaign for Advent

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 […]

COVID-19 case at Arima church

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 dignity of the body is upheld even after death

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 […]

Praise motorcade across the nation

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 […]

#AskTheArchbishop Recap – “Return to Masses physically”

“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 […]

You can be busy and be available to the needs of the poor

“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 […]

Praise motorcade, pray-a-thon part of CCR anniversary celebrations

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 […]

Archdiocese prays for missionary priest diagnosed with COVID-19

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) […]

Catholic youth to engage the poor and be the Body of Christ in society.

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 […]

Talk to the poor, encounter Christ, experience conversion

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 […]

Human traffickers use a business approach

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,” […]

Archbishop at Chrism Mass: People hungry for The Word

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 […]

Faithful can pray these prayers during Justice, Peace & Community week

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 begins

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 […]

50 Years of Grace: CCR celebrates golden jubilee in T&T

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) […]

Praying Through the Storm

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 […]

Vocations: Towards a life-changing realisation

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 […]

Education Ministry seeks to transform education for the 21st century

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 […]

Don’t aim for Purgatory, the goal is Heaven

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. […]

Frontline doctor believes care for COVID-19 patients must be person-centred

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 […]

Virtual Mass can’t replace the real thing

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 […]

Archbishop Gordon on Pope Francis’ ‘civil union’ comments

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 […]

Archbishop Gordon on registering for Mass: Decide, Register and Go

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 […]

SVP answering prayers during COVID challenges

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 […]

Students impress in Holy Name Convent virtual art exhibit

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 […]

Don’t scatter the remains

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 […]

Virtual Day of Prayer for Church and nation

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 […]

Holy Name Convent launches first Virtual Art Galleries

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 […]

Youth organise prayer-a-thon

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 […]

Catholic primary schools prepare to welcome migrant/refugee children

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 […]

Youth encouraged to always care for creation

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 […]

Managing the trauma of exile

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 […]

Counsel must be competent to deal with death penalty matters

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 […]

Support Our Seminarians: Fundraising dinner now takeaway

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 Gordon: Death penalty must be challenged

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 […]

100 years – Poole Rosary RC proud

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. […]

Budget 2020-2021: new stairs for St Vincent de Paul centre

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 […]

Reconstruction, upgrade of RC schools needed

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 […]

Covid closure hinders Cathedral repairs

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 […]

Accept the invitation to the banquet

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 […]

Youth are missing more than anything else… their friends

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 […]

Budget allocations to Education, 2020-2021

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 Gordon: Play with your children for emotional equilibrium

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 […]

Teacher Curvin Marquis: Connecting and building community

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 […]

Don’t ‘pong’: Speak words of kindness

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) […]

 RC Schools to help educate migrant children

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 […]

New facility for pediatric cancer patients being considered at Mount St Benedict

“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 […]

Archbishop Gordon discusses Carnival & church re-openings in live chat

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 […]

Archbishop to Teachers—give the advantage of faith

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 […]

In the new normal, teachers being schooled

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 […]

SVP members risk lives during pandemic to help those in need

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 praises parish ministries to migrants and refugees

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 […]

Fr Paul fulfils the Call, 52 years later 

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 […]

What you need know: Archdiocesan Ministry for Migrants and Refugees

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 […]

Answering contemporary challenges with Kingdom of God values

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’s plandemic

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 […]

Bridge the e-learning gap—donate a device

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 […]

Catechists informed of essentials of social media usage

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 to young people: Restraint is the order of the day

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 […]

Virtual learning – Parents’ perspectives

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 […]

Don’t try to slip into Heaven; do the work! 

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 […]

Feeling abandoned abroad during COVID

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 […]

A Republic Day Ordination

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 […]

T&T, Ghana celebrate new Benedictine priest

“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 to young people: ‘Restrain’ is the order of the day

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 […]

Consider a “TV screen on the square”

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 […]

Catechesis and the digital culture

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 […]

Mercy is transformational

“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 […]

Four women receive papal recognition for service to the Catholic Church

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 […]

Second statue at Laventille to be damaged by lightning

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 […]

Working together to prevent suicide

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 […]

Choose Mother Mary

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 […]

A ‘different’ school term: more prayers, patience, family time

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 […]

More support needed for our nurses during COVID-19

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 […]

‘Sharpening’ each other for the Kingdom of God

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 […]

Archbishop to RC principals- educate the digital citizen

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 […]

Roman Catholicism in our national history

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 […]

School term starts… RC schools moving with faith

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. […]

Social media racist rants can be taken to the EO Tribunal

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. […]

Symposium on race relations 

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 […]

Education ministry outlines plans for new term

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 […]

Teach importance of caring for the earth

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 […]

Highlights: Symposium held on race relations

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 […]

Students encouraged to “renew commitment to education”

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 […]

Catholic Church History: 1st Independence Day

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.  […]

Symposium scheduled to discuss Race Relations

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 […]

Catholic Church prays for the new nation, 1962

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. […]

Servant of God Archbishop Anthony Pantin – Model of domestic Church

By Fr Christopher Lumsden Postulator – Cause of Beatification & Canonisation, Archbishop Anthony Pantin (in collaboration with the Pantin family & Archdiocesan archives) “The family finds […]

Mary in the cause of life – The 40-day Rosary for Life

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 […]

Christ remains victorious during lockdown

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 […]

CCSJ: There is no place for racism in the world today

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 […]

Roman Catholic Archbishop Incorporation Ordinance 150th Anniversary of Incorporation

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 […]

Getting students to love learning

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 […]

Archbishop’s ‘dream’ for SEA pupils-make sacrifices, do holy acts

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 Gordon: “You only have one home, and that is here”

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 […]

Rev Antony Buaful: embracing the joys of monastic life

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, […]

Preparations continue for SEA exam

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 […]

Confirmations on hold

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. […]

Your vote is your voice

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 […]

An image that makes you stop…

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 […]

Maraval RC sanitised, swabs taken from pupils

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 […]

T&T needs healing and understanding – President at National Day of Prayer

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 […]

Repairs completed Maraval RC

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 […]

National Day of Prayer-for healing and understanding

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 […]

Let humanity overcome xenophobia

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. […]

Ministry for migrants and refugees highlight concerns

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 […]

Forty Day Rosary for Life

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 […]

Gusty winds damage Maraval RC roof

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 […]

Ministry, education interest groups discuss schools’ reopening measures

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 […]

Human Trafficking Awareness  Training Workshop

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 […]

Protect proud history of peaceful elections, says Council

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 […]

CEBM CEO hopes Maraval RC students given option of SEA ‘make up exam’

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 […]

Consider the “office” of Mary Magdalene

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 […]

July 1990 – Echoes of the past…

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 […]

Black Lives Matter: Caribbean Theological Perspectives: Structural Racism

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 […]

Black Lives Matter: Caribbean Theological Perspectives – The US Catholic Church

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, […]

Masks and the Mass

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 […]

Council to parties: remember code commitments

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 […]

A brown statue of Christ..not a white one…

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 […]

Coping with the loss of a loved one during COVID-19 pandemic

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 […]

Catholic university students meet with the Archbishop

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 […]

Walking The Virtual Way—El Camino de Santiago

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 […]

Bringing Jesus to people through food assistance

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 […]

HSE advisory: up to 75 per cent capacity allowed

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 […]

Strategic workshop on Catholic education ends

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 […]

Virtual forum on Black Lives Matter

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 […]

Sea Lots residents name their ‘dream’ for the community

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 […]

Last push to SEA but….

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 […]

Archbishop: Underdevelopment of the Black male, a decades long injustice

“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, […]

Making Catholic education work for all

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 […]

“Bound In Faith” — Wheelchair Bound With A Voice From God.

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 […]

Challenging why people are poor

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 […]

The stories behind a donated device…

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 […]

A reengineered approach to the poor

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, […]

DECREE * On dispensation from the obligation of attending Sunday Mass during the COVID-19 pandemic in the Archdiocese of Port of Spain

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, […]

The mature Christian accepts Jesus’ yoke

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 […]

Blanchisseuse drowning – Archbishop renders assistance

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”

“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 […]

Council begins monitoring for 2020 Elections

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 […]

Archdiocese releases guidelines for Masses

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 […]

Different ways to access Mass in the ‘new normal’

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 […]

After 89 days… Communion again

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 […]

A test in humility—Archbishop’s homily on the Feast of Corpus Christi

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 […]

Yearning for the Body of Christ

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 […]

Family ritual to plant for Corpus Christi

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 […]

A new springtime

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 […]

CCSJ Symposium: Marijuana and cannabinoids: Health, research and regulatory considerations

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 […]

Catholic Church remembers St Charles Lwanga and Uganda Companions

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 […]

Racism is a sickness in society—Archbishop Jason Gordon

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 […]

Beginner-level Spanish begins first week in June

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 […]

We going from house to house…

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 […]

Trini Carmelite ordained in NY

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 […]

Corpus Christi celebrations will be virtual

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 […]

Church on mission today to bring about renewal

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 […]

Safeguard our legacy, support our mission

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, […]

Pupils, teachers receive devices

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 […]

Much more ‘arrival’ needed

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 […]

Preparing for Mass on Pentecost Feast Day

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 […]

How to celebrate as family this Pentecost

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 […]

You and I were created for Heaven —Archbishop Jason Gordon

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 […]

A different time for our Muslim community

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 […]

Catholic restaurants regroup during COVID challenge

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 […]

HSE team thinks ahead to reopening of churches, schools

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 […]

Church helps Venezuelan tribe camped in Icacos

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 […]

Church hosts virtual symposium on marijuana use

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 […]

Riding out the economic ‘depression’

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 […]

Priests and their pets: Creature comforts

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 […]

Believing is seeing

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 […]

Preparing workplaces for ‘the new normal’

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 […]

Faithful respond: What do you miss most about Mass?

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 […]

Remembering Our Lady of Fatima’s journey of healing and peace

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 […]

Our nation’s courts donate hampers to migrant ministries

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 […]

Thank you for your service

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 […]

CatholicTT poll: 81% not ready to return to ‘life before lockdown’ 

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 […]

Caribbean Church reconsecrated to Mary

‘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 […]

First Podcast by Abbot John Pereira OSB: The Psalms

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 […]

A blessed moment at Living Water Community

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. […]

128 years strong…but we need your support

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 […]

Archdiocese to exercise ‘extreme generosity’ in face of COVID-19 financial fallout

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 […]

Parishes feed the multitude

“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 […]

Mary, a symbol of grace

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 […]

Allow the Good Shepherd to shepherd your soul

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 […]

No-one has to go hungry

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 […]

Covid-19 hunger crisis—A migrant’s story

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 […]

SVP offers temporary residence and meals to homeless and socially displaced

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 […]

‘Classes’ on TV for children without internet

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 […]

Christian Church leaders speak with one voice to help poor

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 […]

Ramadan Mubarak

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, […]

The inner adventure in COVID

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 […]

Archbishop: Let mercy flow to every nook and cranny

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 […]

Church creates solidarity network to care for most vulnerable

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 […]

Remembering Fr Reginald Hezekiah

“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. […]

COVID-19 worries keeping you up?

By Kaelanne Jordan Email: mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org Twitter: @kaelanne1 Sleep is the most overlooked need for overall good health and quality of life. “And it is time to […]

School term reopens—With a difference

At a recent virtual media briefing Tuesday, April 14, Education Minister Anthony Garcia said the situation was “fluid” and it was not likely the term will […]

 A society redesigned—Archbishop’s presentation to CARICOM heads

By Kaelanne Jordan Email: mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org Twitter: @kaelanne1 The opportunity to be seized is not to re-open or re-start the economy so that we go back to […]

Update on ‘Donate a device’ for students

Anyone interested in donating devices to help students continue their education while schools remain closed can do so by emailing hope@catholictt.org. This was publicised on the […]

Archdiocesan HSE team appointed

The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has prompted the need for a structured approach to successfully manage the challenges that come with this coronavirus. To this end, Archbishop […]

CEBM and MoE unite on e-learning

By Lara Pickford-Gordon Email: snrwriter.camsel@catholictt.org Twitter:@gordon_lp Archbishop Jason Gordon and the Catholic Education Board of Management (CEBM) met online with Education Minister Anthony Garcia and officials […]

Lessons from St Benedict during COVID-19

A reflection by Abbot John Pereira OSB In his Rule for Monks, which St Benedict wrote in the sixth century, he states clearly that he is […]

Faithful can now explore Mount St Benedict Abbey in 3D.

By Kaelanne Jordan Email: mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org Twitter: @kaelanne1 This latest update was shared via ‘Mount St Benedict, Trinidad’ and [Abbot] John Pereira’s Facebook page on Holy Saturday. […]

Jesus Christ—the living Lord of history

The Pascal candle which was lit on Gloria Saturday, has the insignia of the alpha and the omega. In his Easter Sunday homily, livestreamed on Trinity […]

In the Upper Room

By Kaelanne Jordan Email: mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org Twitter: @kaelanne1 The whole Church is no longer “living” in the desert for 40 days, but has now moved to a […]

Have we become numb to the Crucifixion?

By Lara Pickford-Gordon Email: snrwriter.camsel@catholictt.org Twitter: @gordon_lp The cloth quickly pulled from the altar at the end of the Mass of the Last Supper, Holy Thursday […]

Remembering the Passion of Christ on Holy Thursday

By Kaelanne Jordan Email: mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org Twitter: @kaelanne1 “What we have is this night is different and special from other nights,” Archbishop Jason Gordon said in delivering […]

Surrendering our will to God’s will

By Kaelanne Jordan Email: mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org Twitter: @kaelanne1 As faithful journey through Holy Week, the most “holy week in the entire year”, Archbishop Jason Gordon invited faithful […]

Preventing COVID-19 or spreading germs?

I went to a grocery and observed a cleaner wiping the handles of customers’ trolleys. What struck me was she was using the same rag from […]

Being Church in a time of COVID-19

Pastoral Guidelines, March 27, 2020 #1 Introduction The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted our world in catastrophic ways. Globally, we are facing difficult times. The far-reaching effects […]

Solidarity in the time of COVID-19

Standing in solidarity, representatives of religious bodies offered supplications for Trinidad and Tobago and countries of the world confronting the COVID-19 pandemic. They affirmed trust in […]

Clergy Create “Virtual Community” As Churches Close

By Kaelanne Jordan Email: mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org Twitter: @kaelanne1 Archbishop Jason Gordon has said that social distancing severely affects the administering of the Church’s pastoral functions and is […]

Thanks for all the support!

On behalf of the team here at Catholic Media Services, in particular those of us in the Editorial Department of Catholic News, I’d like to express […]

Feast of St Joseph – waking up to the voice of the Spirit

On the Feast of St Joseph, Husband of Mary on March 19, Vicar General Martin Sirju delivered a brief reflection on the gospel reading of the […]

#wearehere Priests and faithful in live dialogue

Catholic faithful are rallying in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic and are “grateful” for the clergy’s efforts to stay connected with them. The suspension of […]

“World Experiencing A Re-Creation” Archbishop Says

By Kaelanne Jordan Email: mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org Twitter: @kaelanne1 In the midst of the accelerating death toll of the coronavirus (COVID-19) and the “terrible fixation” on all that […]

Weddings and funerals impacted

Tuesday, March 17, 2020 The Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Port of Spain has been and will continue to closely monitor the situation in consultation with an […]

Cleanliness is next to godliness

The adage “cleanliness is next to godliness” was used by Health Minister Terrence Deyalsingh during a meeting with pupils of the St Ann’s RC School, St […]

Children’s Authority urges parents not to expose sick children to others

Parents and guardians who use elderly caregivers need to make alternative arrangements when children are showing flu-like symptoms. “The Authority is aware that the usual caregivers […]

Archbishop Meets The Faithful Online In Live Instagram Chat

By Kaelanne Jordan Email: mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org Twitter: @kaelanne1 Archbishop Jason Gordon has said that suspending all Masses and Services in light of COVID-19, was “absolutely” the “hardest […]

‘Aye you, what yuh want? We want more gospel!’

Sr Renée Hall OP had the audience at the Holy Rosary/Gonzales parish cluster retreat singing and dancing to the rhythm of Nailah Blackman’s ‘More Sokah’, the […]

Measures introduced to avoid passing the chalice – Archbishop

Responding to recent concerns from the Catholic community and wider society of the Church’s decision to adjust its liturgical practices because of the rapid spread of […]

What’s your undoing?

Concupiscence’ according to catholicculture.org is the “Insubordination of man’s desires to the dictates of reason, and the propensity of human nature to sin as a result […]

Archbishop Pantin beatification cause continues

The cause for beatification of Archbishop Anthony Pantin will continue throughout this year. The Catholic community in Trinidad and Tobago is being asked to offer prayerful […]

Beach clean-up to “hear the cries of the earth and the poor”

A long letter has been sent by the Pope to address the most concerning issues of the world today. The effect of climate change on a […]

Archbishop Pantin was ‘kicks’

This Thursday, March 12 is the 20th anniversary of the death of Archbishop Anthony Pantin, the eighth archbishop of Port of Spain. Though no longer present […]

The graces of Lent

As we began our 40-day Lenten journey, the scripture reading Remember that you are dust, and unto dust you shall return (Gen 3:19) is a fitting […]

Fasting: What I have gained from giving up!

Very often when asked about fasting or even abstaining from meat for Lent, one of the first things that come to mind is ‘…well, yuh know […]

Liturgical practices adjusted in light of Coronavirus

Effective immediately and until further notice, “full precautionary” measures are to be followed at all Catholic Masses and Services because of the rapid spread of COVID-19 […]

Viruses and the Precious Blood

Since the Archdiocese of Port of Spain has determined there will be no distribution of the Blood of Christ with the threat of COVID-19, there have […]

How the liturgy changes in Lent

Like other liturgical seasons, Lent has its own special rules and practices. But did you know there are certain things that should not be done in Lent? Catholic […]

Church dealt with 1970 criticisms admirably

The entry into the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, Port of Spain by leaders of the National Joint Action Committee (NJAC) and the people was one […]

Panel discussion on Domestic Violence

More than ten ministries of the Archdiocesan Family Life Commission (AFLC) have come together to plan a panel discussion on the issue of Domestic Violence. The […]

Panel discussion on Domestic Violence

More than ten ministries of the Archdiocesan Family Life Commission (AFLC) have come together to plan a panel discussion on the issue of Domestic Violence. The […]

‘1970’ wounds must heal for T&T to move forward

Archbishop at Black Power Movement Service. Unless citizens understand the “deep underbelly” of the Black Power Revolution and the way it still affects us today, 50 […]

The many customs of Lent

Fasting as a way to regain or refocus spirituality is common in many religions. Fasting has played a key role in many of the world’s major […]

What Every Catholic Should Know About Lent

The Lenten Season begins Wednesday, February 26, 2020 – Ash Wednesday. What is Lent? It’s the 40-day period in the Church year set aside for spiritual […]

Story of a People

Presbyterian Minister Rev Clifford R L Rawlins gave a public lecture on ‘The Theology of Carnival’ at St Crispin’s Anglican Church, Woodbrook on January 30. The […]

Permanent deacons continue mission

The permanent deacons marked their tenth anniversary on February 6. Archbishop Jason Gordon was the main celebrant at their anniversary Mass last Sunday at the Cathedral […]

Black Power Movement anniversary to be commemorated Ash Wednesday

The 50th Anniversary of the Black Power Movement will be commemorated on Ash Wednesday with a 9 a.m. Service at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception. […]

Take care of your eyes and feet at Carnival

Protecting and taking care of your body is essential especially during the Carnival festivities. Catholic News sought the expert’s advice on how to protect your eyes […]

Know how to celebrate—Talk yuh talk

Trinbagonians love to lime. And every event is cause for celebration: birthdays, anniversaries, graduations, weddings and even in the death of a loved one. But often, […]

Catholic university students say ‘Pick a Side’ for Lent

Come out and support the Catholic Students Movement (CSM) as they host their 41st Lenten Production ‘Pick a Side’. CSM’s Lenten Production is a family event, […]

Reflect and share on God’s love this Valentine’s Day

As Valentine’s Day approaches, many of us will be celebrating the love we have for our spouses, children, friends, etc. But for singles, Valentine’s Day—the most […]

Panel discussion to observe World Day of Social Justice

As the world will observe World Day of Social Justice on Thursday, February 20, the Catholic Commission for Social Justice (CCSJ) is calling on all citizens […]

Indiscipline in schools: stress, anger are factors

By Lara Pickford-Gordon Email: snrwriter.camsel@catholictt.org Twitter: @gordon_lp Children are stressed and angry, and indiscipline reflects what is happening in the wider society, said Professor Dennis Conrad, […]

Tune in to, Talk Yuh Talk—watch, listen and learn!

We can all see it: Fr Robert Christo or Fr Matthew d’Hereaux mingling with people on the streets—drinking coconut water at the Queen’s Park Savannah, talking […]

A theology of Carnival

Presbyterian Minister Rev Clifford R L Rawlins gave a public lecture on ‘The Theology of Carnival’ at St Crispin’s Anglican Church, Woodbrook on January 30. The […]

An answer to crime: Christian prayer changes hearts

By Fr John Theodore CSSp We have a problem of murders in our country. People are blaming the police and the government. Does this make sense? […]

Deacons 10th anniversary —A retrospective look

“The joys and hopes, the grief and anguish of the people of our time, especially of those who are poor or afflicted, are the joys and […]

Church keeping close eye on virus

As the deadly COVID-19 (short for Coronavirus disease 2019) spreads around the world, the local Catholic Church is taking cues from the health authorities by encouraging […]

Encouraging More Female STEMpreneurs

“To rise to the challenges of the 21st century, we need to harness our full potential. That requires dismantling gender stereotypes. On this International Day of […]

Christians in Carnival—Right or Wrong?

With the Carnival season upon us, one Catholic priest is urging Christians to pay close attention to what is going on within them as they engage […]

Caribbean youth eager to take up fight

By Kaelanne Jordan Email: mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org Twitter: @kaelanne1 One child mental health therapist at The Franciscan Institute for Personal and Family Development has revealed that the average […]

Better public awareness, collaboration needed to combat human trafficking

By Lara Pickford-Gordon Email: snrwriter.camsel@catholictt.org Twitter:@gordon_lp There is a myth that human trafficking happens only to the poor in society. The reality is that anybody can […]

Construction to begin at Santa Rosa First Peoples’ Heritage Village

By Kaelanne Jordan Email: mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org Twitter: @kaelanne1 The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) Trinidad and Tobago, an agency of the Ministry of Education, […]

CREDI grads told be passionate for Catholic education

By Dixie Ann Belle Passion for one’s calling, for inspiring others and for the Catholic faith were the prevailing themes at the graduation ceremony of the […]

No one is called to stay in a violent relationship — Archbishop Gordon

By Kaelanne Jordan Email: mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org Twitter: @kaelanne1 In January of this year three women were murdered. Jezelle Phillip (January 6) Gabriella Du Barry (January 9) and […]

Franciscan Institute Hosts Human Trafficking Q&A

By Kaelanne Jordan Email: mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org Twitter: @kaelanne1 When persons are subjected to crimes of human trafficking it affects them spiritually, emotionally, psychologically and physically. Of the […]

The Great Masquerade — What Carnival Reveals.

By Kaelanne Jordan Email: mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org Twitter: @kaelanne1 Archbishop Jason Gordon has said that violence against a spouse is something that the Bishops of the Antilles Episcopal […]

Talk the Word, live the Word

Get in the habit of talking about Jesus in your families and schools. “Don’t let anybody expunge Jesus from your schools. Talk about Jesus. When you […]

22 years of Couples for Christ

January 26, 2020, Sunday of the Word of God, marked 22 years that the Couples for Christ (CFC) Ministry has been established in Trinidad and Tobago. […]

The Red House reopens

By Kaelanne Jordan Email: mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org Twitter: @kaelanne1 After 20 years of restoration, the ceremonial reopening and the long-awaited resumption of Parliament at the iconic structure called […]

Dealing with your family’s past to bring healing

By Lara Pickford-Gordon Email: snrwriter.camsel@catholictt.org Twitter:@gordon_lp Can you imagine doing research on your family and finding out there are patterns for alcoholism, gambling, divorce, or sexual […]

Franciscan Institute hosts discussion on Human Trafficking

What is human trafficking? How does our judicial system factor into combatting this devastating crime? How is the Trinidad and Tobago Police Service involved? What can […]

Fatima College turns 75

The College of Our Lady of Fatima celebrated its 75th anniversary of establishment with Holy Mass last Friday. Chief celebrant and Fatima old boy, Archbishop Jason […]

Recommended ritual for all Masses

The Third Sunday in Ordinary Time is next Sunday, January 26. In preparation for this new occasion, the Archdiocesan Liturgical Commission submits for use by clergy […]

The ritual for the celebration of the Word of God

Enthroned in the family home Family gathers in a suitable room. The head of the household enters the room with the Bible, accompanied by a vigil […]

Word of God Sunday

Pope Francis’ Apostolic Letter, Motu proprio Aperuit illis, published on September 30, establishes that “the Third Sunday in Ordinary Time is to be devoted to the […]

Our baptism is a ‘bligh’

Mankind got a “bligh” when Jesus took on the collective debt of the human family. Preaching the homily on the Feast of the Baptism of Our […]

It’s still illegal for children to smoke marijuana

By Lara Pickford-Gordon Email: snrwriter.camsel@catholictt.org Twitter:@gordon_lp   It is legal to use small amounts in the home but the Children’s Authority (CA) of Trinidad and Tobago […]

Zion Community celebrates four decades answering the Call

By Kaelanne Jordan Email: mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org Twitter: @kaelanne1   As Zion RC Community celebrated its 40th anniversary with Holy Mass on Saturday, January 11 at the Pro-Cathedral […]

Mini Bible Fair next Sunday

The Catholic Bible Institute will host a Sunday of the Word of God– Mini Bible Fair on Sunday, January 26 at the Institute’s grounds, Frederick Settlement, […]

CA: Don’t expose children to marijuana

By Lara Pickford-Gordon Email: snrwriter.camsel@catholictt.org Twitter: @gordon_lp The Children’s Authority of Trinidad and Tobago is reminding parents and guardians about the dangers of children being exposed […]

Outreach programme at Carapichaima

“Whatever you do to the least of my brothers that you do unto me” (Matt 25:31–46). These words are exactly what Fr Gerard Bernier and the […]

Teach us to pray – online

Archbishop Jason Gordon recently compiled a series of articles on prayer, initially published in the Catholic News, in a book entitled A Little book on Christian […]

Go forth with the Good News… people are waiting

The dwindling number of Catholics attending Mass is a source of “grief” for Deborah de Rosia of the Eternal Light Community. She called for joyful disciples […]

Inclusive education pilot project to focus on special needs students

By Lara Pickford-Gordon Email: snrwriter.camsel@catholictt.org Twitter:@gordon_lp   In the new academic year starting September 2020, 21 schools in the seven education districts in Trinidad will pilot […]

Archbishop: We have our responsibility – to help as best we can

Stories by Lara Pickford-Gordon Email: snrwriter.camsel@catholictt.org Twitter:@gordon_lp Archbishop Jason Gordon has reiterated that the Catholic Church in Trinidad and Tobago will continue to assist migrants coming […]

‘Diversity is your strength’

Vatican regional rep describes visit as ‘a moving experience’ Fr Robert Stark SSS, the Vatican’s regional Coordinator—North America, Mexico, Central America, Caribbean, Migrants and Refugee Section […]

Two new books from Archbishop Gordon

Meditations in the Upper Room and Teach Us to Pray- A Little Book on Christian Prayer are two new books written by Archbishop Jason Gordon. Archbishop […]

Bless and protect the children

There is a popular misconception that Christmas should be about “unadulterated joy” and happiness but the Christmas story “has never been about 100 per cent good […]

Once the heart is open, Christ will come

By Lara Pickford-Gordon Email: snrwriter.camsel@catholictt.org Twitter:@gordon_lp   Our hearts may not be ready to receive Christ but even if things are not pristine, if the heart […]

Beyond the brick and galvanize to hearts

There was celebration in Sea Lots as five rebuilt homes were blessed December 22 by Archbishop Jason Gordon. He said the homes were a symbol of […]

Vatican rep to inform Pope of parish ministries’ response

Story and photo by Lara Pickford-Gordon Email: snrwriter.camsel@catholictt.org Twitter:@gordon_lp   Fr Robert Stark SSS, regional coordinator, North America, Mexico, Central America and Caribbean for the Vatican […]

Archbishop proud of church ministries in 2019…

expects growth of MATs, migrant support in 2020 By Kaelanne Jordan Email: mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org Twitter: @kaelanne1   Archbishop Jason Gordon said he is “excited” about entering 2020 […]

‘Bring hope… joy to others’ says Archbishop in Christmas message

Become Christmas angels! “Where God is born, hope is born; and where hope is born, persons regain their dignity ”. These are the words of the […]

Catholic men’s ministry moving forward in 2020

Having been commissioned by Archbishop Jason Gordon on March 19, the National Catholic Men’s Ministry (NCMM) under the patronage of St Joseph has been working to […]

Church will accept $100 notes until midnight Dec 31

Archbishop Jason Gordon holds to the position that old $100 notes will be accepted in collections up to midnight December 31, Old Year’s night. He has […]

Don’t put old $100 note for collection at New Year Masses

Parishes last weekend started informing their congregations about putting the ‘old’ $100 notes into collection baskets at year end Masses. On December 31 they will no […]

The Liturgical Year explained

The Church’s liturgical year began with the first week of Advent and a new cycle for the liturgical calendar. We’re in Year A (see the Mass […]

Waiting joyfully down Carrera

By Kaelanne Jordan Email: mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org Twitter: @kaelanne1 Last Monday, Archbishop Jason Gordon, accompanied by members of the Prison Executive, including one currently on pre-retirement leave, members […]

Vatican rep on migrants to visit

The Regional Coordinator of the Migrants and Refugees Section of the Vatican Dicastery for Integral Human Development will be visiting the Archdiocese from Tuesday to Friday this […]

Mary with us in our ‘messy circumstances’

By Lara Pickford-Gordon Email: snrwriter.camsel@catholictt.org Twitter:@gordon_lp ‘Inter faeces et urinam nascimur’- ‘We are born between faeces and urine’. This quote attributed to St Augustine, was referenced […]

Break-ins at CEBM

Intruders broke into the head office of the Catholic Education Board of Management (CEBM), Belmont twice in two days, last Sunday after 3 a.m. and Monday […]

First Benedictine monk ordained in two decades

The last time a Benedictine monk was ordained to the diaconate at the Abbey Church, Mt St Benedict was in 1992 by Archbishop Anthony Pantin. The […]

Responding to children under stress

By Lara Pickford-Gordon Email:snrwriter.camsel@catholictt.org Twitter: @gordon_lp Too many people know someone who has been touched by crime in its many forms. They themselves may have been […]

Princes Town RC reopens after fire

The Princes Town RC school reopened November 25 after repairs on areas damaged by fire September 26.  There was some minor work on the first day […]

Don’t wait like a sour puss

Archbishop to clients at prison visit By Kaelanne Jordan Email: mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org Twitter: @kaelanne1 “How are you waiting while you are here? Is it with joy…anger…frustration? Is […]

Don’t rush Advent, says Archbishop

Take your time…for Advent. Archbishop Jason Gordon is challenging Catholics to be attentive to the observance and enjoy the “waiting” period before the birth of Jesus […]

Teachers told to treat pupils with dignity, love

While automotive manufacturers like Toyota or Nissan are obligated to rectify defects and, in some cases, issue a refund, teachers, however, cannot “fix” students or “send […]

Chance, a champion for Restorative Justice

Leela Ramdeen, Chair, Catholic Commission for Social Justice writes on the loss of her friend, Wayne Chance. Trinidad & Tobago has lost a true patriot in […]

An ‘outstanding’ woman—Farewell, Sr Phyllis Wharfe

By Simone Delochan Email: copyeditor.camsel@catholictt.org Twitter: @SimoneECDel Someone in a crowd, after an animated discussion of which she was part, once commented to Sr Phyllis Wharfe […]

Ghanaian monk to be ordained deacon

Faithful are invited to witness the ordination to the diaconate of Br Antony Benjamin Buaful OSB from 10 a.m. next Saturday at Mt St Benedict. Archbishop […]

See with eyes of faith

By Kaelanne Jordan Email: mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org Twitter: @kaelanne1 “Have you ever touched God?” Archbishop Jason Gordon posed this question to altar servers as they celebrated their annual […]

Carmelites have given amazing witness, a legacy of love

By Lara Pickford-Gordon Email: snrwriter.camsel@catholictt.org Twitter: @gordon_lp Giving thanks before the liturgy began, at the centennial celebration at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception November 16, Prioress […]

Calling artists to show God’s call

Can you write or tell a story, draw, paint or airbrush? Whatever your medium of artistic expression, Generation S is calling artists of all ages to […]

Sr Phyllis, a “Catholic icon; Sat Maharaj, “a warrior”

By Lara Pickford-Gordon Email: snrwriter.camsel@catholictt.org Twitter: @Gordon_lp In the Ask the Archbishop live chat on Facebook, November 20, Archbishop Jason Gordon commented on the two recent […]

Inter-Religious Organisation bids farewell to iconic Sat Maharaj

Vicar General for the Archdiocese of Port of Spain and IRO representative for the Catholic Church, Fr Martin Sirju, shared this message to those gathered at […]

Amazing witnesses and a legacy of love

By Lara Pickford-Gordon Email: snrwriter.camsel@catholictt.org Twitter:@gordon_lp Giving thanks before the liturgy began, at the centennial celebration at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception last Saturday, Prioress […]

Abbot John to serve for third term

Monday, November 11 marked the first time in the history of Mt St Benedict, that an Abbot has been canonically re-elected for three consecutive terms. This […]

Small acts can have big changes to end plastic pollution

Seven-year old Abigail Subrath, founder of Abbytopia of Hope is appealing for changes to be made today or else it will be her generation faced with […]

Five New Inductees To Join SJC Hall of Excellence

Inductees (top): Hazel Brown, Dr Maria Bartholomew, (bottom): Sr Mary Jean Ayow, Dr Michelle Monteil and Dr Paula Henry. Four outstanding alumni and a Sister of […]

AEC organises pilgrimage to 2020 Eucharistic congress

The Antilles Episcopal Conference (AEC) wants the region to be well represented at the 52nd International Eucharistic Congress (IEC) in Hungary next year. President Bishop Gabriel […]

100 years living in service

The Port of Spain City Corporation has recognised the decades of service by the Corpus Christi Carmelites at the L’Hospice. Neila Todd, a Tertiary of Carmel […]

With Dyslexia, early screening helps

By Kaelanne Jordan Email: mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org Twitter: @kaelanne1 According to research, 60 per cent of children who repeat a grade will not finish school. For persons with […]

Coordinator appointed to migrants ministry

The local Church’s ministry to migrants and refugees will receive a boost with the appointment of Simone Francois-Whittier as Coordinator of the Archdiocesan Ministry to Migrants […]

Society of St Vincent De Paul says thanks

The Society of St Vincent De Paul (SVP) held a well-attended Tea party and Fashion Show at the Lions Cultural Centre in POS on Sunday 20th […]

Relics of saints placed at the altar of St Mary’s, Mucurapo

At the re-dedication of St Mary’s RC Church, Mucurapo on Sunday, October 20, Archbishop Jason Gordon placed first class relics of Sts Narcisa de Jesús Martillo-Morán […]

Help students move from failure to success

Become missionary disciples, Archbishop tells teachers What if every teacher at Catholic schools visited the families of two of their students every term? This idea was […]

Become witnesses to all

Challenge put to teens at CCR Youth Rally While on earth, Jesus delivered many messages as a call to mission and it is important that we […]

Lack of funding forces creation of new business unit

What’s in the Society of St Vincent de Paul’s National Council Report presented at the recent AGM   There’s been a gradual decline of local membership […]

T&T needs income generators to grow back pie – Archbishop speaks on Budget 2020

By Kaelanne Jordan Email: mediarelations.camsel@catholictt.org Twitter: @kaelanne1 Archbishop Jason Gordon is firmly maintaining that no-one should ever be housed in cages nor kept in conditions in […]

Do not bring cancer of disobedience here

By Kaelanne Jordan “Mary’s obedience brings salvation; Eve’s disobedience brings confusion. Which mother is your mother?” Archbishop Jason Gordon posed this question to faithful gathered for […]

New Carib Queen- a keeper and teacher of traditions

The great, great, granddaughter of Pedro Lopez, the last King of the Nepuyo People (Caribs) became the Santa Rosa First Peoples Community’s seventh Queen last weekend. […]

Laity can offer support and constructive criticism for parish leaders

As the Archdiocese of Port of Spain rolls out its pastoral priorities from its Pastoral Plan (2020–25), focusing on Hospitality, Homilies, and Hymns (3Hs), Fr Robert […]

Church NGO responds to Budget 2020

Education and training received the largest allocation in the 2020 National Budget, $7.548 billion, followed by National Security $6.440 billion. This has been the distribution pattern […]

Shame on us! CCSJ on conditions at rehab centre

“A crime against humanity”. This is how the Catholic Commission for Social Justice (CCSJ) responded to the news of 69 residents being rescued from a rehabilitation […]

Caring for ALL our people

October 9 statement from Leela Ramdeen, Chair, CCSJ The Catholic Commission of Social Justice (CCSJ) calls on all right-thinking persons to pray and act to rid […]

A “Benedictine” welcome on the Feast of Our Lady of the Rosary

Dom Odo van der Heijdt, O.S.B., the archivist of the monastery, in the year 1937 October 6 marked the 107th anniversary of the coming of the […]

‘Holy Goat’, ‘Believers’ Beef Burger’ at ‘Priests Can Cook 3’

‘Mary has found her lamb’, ‘Pork Chop Con Salsa Batata’, ‘Chicken Lickin’, ‘Piggly Wiggly Pork’, ‘Believers’ Beef Burger’, ‘Barry’s Oink in Wine’, ’Hawaiian Fish Seasoned with […]

New president calls membership to Mission

The Society of St Vincent de Paul has a new executive. Angelique Taylor was the lone nominee for the post of President at the SVPTT’s Annual […]

A “true human being” found in Fr Bunty

Renee Smith Email: parishcomms.camsel@abpos.org Twitter: rsmith_cntt Hundreds from across the Archdiocese gathered at Our Lady of Perpetual Help, San Fernando to pay their last respects to […]

Fire at Princes Town RC School

A fire broke out in the computer room of Princes Town RC Thursday, September 26, at 11:55am.  There was a prompt response by school officials with […]

Seminary honours Fr Hugh Joyeau

The Seminary of St John Vianney and the Uganda Martyrs and its seminarians recently honoured the late Fr Hugh Joyeau by dedicating their students’ lounge to […]

Questions for the would-be preacher

Archbishop Jason Gordon continues discussing key aspects of the homily. The Dynamic of the Text is finding that action in the text, that Christ wants to […]

Magnificat women ponder the Transfiguration

Magnificat exists to evangelise and to encourage Catholic women to grow in holiness through opening more fully to the power and the gifts of the Holy […]

Trinidad students rally for mission

By Lara Pickford- Gordon Email: snrwriter.camsel@abpos.org Twitter: @gordon_lp The Trinidad students’ rally for the first Antilles Episcopal Conference (AEC) Mission Congress at the Centre of Excellence, […]

Creating safe spaces in schools, Church and society

By Kaelanne JordanEmail: mediarelations.camsel@abpos.orgTwitter: @kaelanne1 Archbishop Jason Gordon has commented on the viral voice recording of an abusive female teacher berating and threatening students at Tranquility […]

Baptism joins you to Christ, like your finger to your hand—Archbishop Gordon to pupils

By Kaelanne Jordan Email:mediarelations.camsel@abpos.org Twitter: @kaelanne1 “Little brothers and sisters” of Scarborough RC and Delaford RC were reminded that it is their responsibility to make Tobago […]