A weekly journal by
Bishop François Thibodeau, C.J.M.
The following documents are offered in PDF format
English Translations by Fr. Leo Grégoire, I.V.D.
  • A Happy and Holy New Year 2008!December 31, 2007
    Pain and Joy / Beyond Statistics / Gratitude / Financing / Publications
  • Jesus has taste: he visits us!December 24, 2007
    June 15-22, 2008 / He has taste! / Discerning Jesus in the Assembly and the Word / Along Our Paths / The Marvel before Our Eyes / Let us Show Forth the Body of Christ
  • Congratulations, Father Gilbert!December 19, 2007
    A Path to Holiness / The Priestly Call / Do You Love Christ? / A Passionate Person / Passionate for the Eucharist / Passionate for the People of God / Prayer of Ordination
  • "The Gospel of Peace is Breaking Out in the Garden of God"December 12, 2007
    Kingdom of Peace / No Peace without the Respect of Human Rights / Attuned to the Gospel and the Church / Seeds of Peace and Justice / A Special CD
  • Our Lady of GuadalupeDecember 5, 2007
    What Happened in 1531? / January 1999 / The Native People among Us / A Priceless Heritage
  • The School of Faith at 22 (1985-2007)November 28, 2007
    Under the Sign of Constant Giving / Registered Teachers and Students: Records Broken / Over Seven Years / All united in the faith: 1891 registrations / Wonderful Devotedness / A Well-Appreciated Harvest / The Future
  • Priestly Ordination of Deacon Gilbert Doddatto, I.V.D.November 21, 2007
    Who Is Gilbert? / And What Is the Voluntas Dei Institute? / "To Love, to Love You" / A Prayer for Gilbert
  • How to Prepare for the Québec International Eucharistic CongressNovember 14, 2007
    A Full Programme / Compulsory Registration / Spiritual Preparation / Theme Song: Gift of God
  • Fortieth Anniversary of Development and PeaceNovember 7, 2007
    Our Lords and Masters / Do Works of Justice / Moncton, September 13, 1984 / A Work Schedule for Human Rights / Prophetic Gestures
  • Bring Peace to Our WorldOctober 31, 2007
    Ouellet, Bibby, Champagne, and Delic / Priority Recommendations / Sacrament of Forgiveness / Liturgy Documents / Sexual Abuse / Long Live Life! / Appointments and Elections / Conclusion
  • "He shall wipe every tear from their eyes" (Rev. 21:4)October 24, 2007
    The Festival of Leaves / Autumn! Autumn! / Personalised Leaves / The Day Will Soon Rise / New Heaven, New Earth
  • Gratitude to the Pastoral TeamsOctober 17, 2007
    The Church's Mission / Pastoral Team, and Composition / Members of the Pastoral Unit of the Upper Madawaska Zone / Members of the Pastoral Unit of the Edmundston Pastoral Zone / Members of the Grand Falls Pastoral Unit / Members of the Restigouche Pastoral Unit / Members of the Southern Victoria Pastoral Unit
  • A Multi-Faceted ThanksgivingOctober 10, 2007
    Wonder and Awe / I praise You for the Happy Days / I also thank the Lord for the difficult and painful times / A Blessing for Meetings / An often Difficult to Perceive Visibility
  • Outstanding Launching of the Pastoral YearOctober 3, 2007
    Wonderful Momentum / Challenging Testimonies / Exemplary Samaritans / Light of the World
  • "Come and See"September 26, 2007
    "Come to Acadia" / "Come to Québec" / "Come to Petit Cap" / Many Questions / A Vocation Call / Thousands of Vocations
  • Diocesan Guidelines on Baptismal Ministry (2)September 19, 2007
    Good Catechesis / Topics to be Covered / Place of Baptism / Celebration of Baptism / Formation in Christian Living / Religious Awakening, and Culture of the Call / Baptismal Renewal
  • Diocesan Guidelines on Baptismal Ministry (1)September 12, 2007
    "Unless You be Born of Water and the Spirit" / Sowing in the Desert / Preparation Required
  • Is Work a Holiday?September 5, 2007
    Broken Bodies / Pastoral Visits / Work Forbidden / Gratitude / Earnest Prayers / The Worker Par Excellence!
  • "Be Sealed with the Holy Spirit, the Gift of God" (7)August 29, 2007
    Discovering the Inspiration / The Church's Great Adventure / Child of God / Spiritual Renewal / A True Witness of Christ / A Model of Love / To Better Know the Spirit / Taking Another Step / Being a Witness
  • Dare... Seek the Kingdom!August 22, 2007
    Courage and Daring / Daily Routine / A Scandal / The Realities from Above / 100 Years of Scouting
  • "A Great Sign Appeared in the Sky"August 15, 2007
    "Peace on Earth" / Rejoice, O Gracious One / A Singular Mission / Unaccomplished Mission / "Sub Tuum Praesidium" / A Living Monstrance / "Pange Lingua..." / Signs on Earth
  • A Tribute to Father Gaëtan Bernier (1967-2007)August 8, 2007
    "Gospel Treasure" / "Hidden in our Weaknesses" / "In Your Holy Wounds" / Disciple of Brother André / Disciple of St. John Vianney / Words of St. John Vianney about Priests / A Disciple of the Sulpicians / A Disciple of Doris and Monique
  • Preparing for the 2007-2008 Pastoral YearAugust 1, 2007
    Solid Foundation / 45 Years of Incredible Work / An Outstanding Congress / Appointments in 2007 / Understandable Reactions / Culture of the Call
  • "Be Sealed with the Holy Spirit, the Gift of God" (6)July 25, 2007
    Like Jesus / Responsible for a Better World / Unique Importance / Opening My Heart / Performing Acts / Light of the World / Testimonies of Parents / Continue the Journey / An Active and Responsible Member / Continuing His Journey
  • "Be Sealed with the Holy Spirit, the Gift of God" (5)July 18, 2007
    Open to the Holy Spirit / The Path of Jesus / A New Heart / Strength and Light / With the Heart of Jesus / Strength and Light / Harvesting the Fruits of the Spirit / Sharing in the Father's Project / Filled with His Power / For the Rest of My Life / Growing in Love
  • "Be Sealed with the Holy Spirit, the Gift of God" (4)July 11, 2007
    The Blessings of the Spirit / At the Heart of Daily Life / From Day to Day / Important Promises / Some Concerns
  • "Be Sealed with the Holy Spirit, the Gift of God" (3)July 4, 2007
    But Then, Who Is the Holy Spirit? / The Giver of Life / How Lucky we Are! / Inspired Texts / God's Marvel / God's Promise
  • "Be Sealed with the Holy Spirit, the Gift of God" (2)June 27, 2007
    The Sacrament of Confirmation / Apostolic Decree / The Gifts of the Spirit / Who Can Describe...? / The "Fruits" of the Spirit / Effect on Our Daily Lives
  • Glorious Christ Living in our WorldJune 20, 2007
    A Wonderful Revelation / To Remember Him / The Revelation of John / Glorious Names / A Multitude of Symbols / Meaningful Words / Understanding Holy Scripture
  • "Be Sealed with the Holy Spirit, the Gift of God" (1)June 13, 2007
    Come, Holy Spirit / Countless Acts of Faith / What is Pentecost? / A Mighty Wind
  • Pastoral Appointments in the Diocese of EdmundstonJune 6, 2007
    A Lot of Change! / Gratitude / Diocesan Services / Moderators
  • Blessed Are the PeacemakersMay 30, 2007
    Peace be with You! / ABC of Peace / Self-Awareness / A Strong Weapon / Tolerance / Serving Others / A Hope That is Contagious / Plan of Peace
  • Songs for Becoming Better ChristiansMay 23, 2007
    "Here am I in Your Presence" / "If You Hear" / "Following Jesus" / "Journeying with Jesus" / Disciples of Jesus
  • A Tribute to Fr. Ronald Bellefleur (1930-2007)May 16, 2007
    Curates and Pastors / With the Youth / With Couples / With the Sick / To the Church / A Good Shepherd
  • "In God's Garden It Is Full of Happiness"May 9, 2007
    Not Heaven "Later on" / A Controversial Garden / One only Sees with the Heart / Time for Joy / Hymn to Joy / Schools of Joy
  • A Pastor in the Likeness of GodMay 2, 2007
    A Father / An Evangelist / A Light / A Saviour / Another Christ / A Beginning of Love / A Stimulating Holiness / Witness
  • Focus on the Eucharist at EdmundstonApril 25, 2007
    Priests' Annual Retreat / Cardinal Marc Ouellet's Visit / Hours of Adoration / Priesthood Anniversaries / Pastoral Session / Wishes
  • A Tribute to Father Armand Plourde (1934-2007)April 18, 2007
    The Family Unifier / A Gatherer of the Acadians / Man of the Church / Fighting Illness / Unwavering Love / The Hope of Resurrection / Gratitude
  • Let Us Commemorate the Holy SpiritApril 11, 2007
    Presence in Jesus / Presence in Mary / Presence in the Church / Presence among the Apostles / Presence in Saint Francis Xavier / Presence in Saint Francis of Assis / Presence in Our Christian Communities / A Prayer that is still Appropriate / Listen to the Spring in You / A Wish
  • Moved by the Spirit (7) "May the Joy of Easter Enlighten your Life, Alleluia!"  
    - April 4, 2007

    People of God, Sing to Your Lord / Sing to Your Lord! / Sing with all Your Strength! / Sing Even Louder! / Sing with all Your Heart! / Sing with all Your Life!
  • Moved by the Spirit (6) "The Spirit of God is upon me"March 28, 2007
    Following Jesus / Following the Compassionate Jesus / Marked by Charity and Justice / Through the Hours and the Days / From Cradle to Grave
  • Moved by the Spirit (5) "From Europe to America"March 21, 2007
    A Faith That Comes from Overseas / Missionary Current / The Historical Year of 1659 / Atlantic Dioceses / 1996-2000: Pastoral Visits / Springtime of the Church
  • Moved by the Spirit (4) "From Jerusalem to Europe and Africa"March 14, 2007
    Period of Peace / Barbarians and Divisions / Other Divisions / Current of Holiness / Gospel of the World
  • Moved by the Spirit (3) "From Jerusalem to Rome"March 7, 2007
    Hymn of Praise / A Bigger and Bigger Community / Events Develop Quickly / To the Ends of the Earth / Despite Persecutions
  • Moved by the Spirit (2) "From Fear to Courage"February 28, 2007
    Justifiable Fears? / "Peace be with You" / Reminders that Give Courage "You Will Receive Power" / Pentecost
  • Moved by the Spirit (1) "You Will Receive Power"February 21, 2007
    Make Us Live in Your Spirit / He Is, He Was, and He Will Be / But How do we Call Him? / Jean-François' Testimony
  • Development and Peace Celebrates 40 YearsFebruary 14, 2007
    Pope John XXIII / Pope Paul VI / The New Name for Peace / From the Heart of Our Church / Share Lent
  • Relearning PrayerFebruary 7, 2007
    Wonderful Models of Charity / Wonderful Models of Prayer / Models of Prayer in Our Midst / Jesus' Secret / Prayer of Jesus
  • "One Day at a Time, Sweet Jesus"January 31, 2007
    An Old Song, Revisited / Abandonment to Providence / Daily Adjustment / "Ordinary Time" / A Time for Everything / The Season of Love
  • In Deep Communion with the SickJanuary 24, 2007
    Generosity versus Wisdom / Through the Days / A Fertile Winter / A Time of Prayer for Your Bishop / From the Chapel to Every Sick Person / A Thousand Thanks!
  • Successor of the Apostles (2)January 17, 2007
    Father in the Faith / One Heart with his Heart / Human and Divine Intervention / Charged with the Church of Edmundston / Intensity of Faith / I Have Called You / Souvenir Prayer of my Ordination
  • Successor of the Apostles (1)January 10, 2007
    Baptism Inaugurates Our Spiritual Lives / Election of Matthias / Members of the Apostolic College / Peter Gives a New Bishop to the See of Edmundston
  • "My Soul Longs for the Living God"January 3, 2007
    The Prayer of Consecration / Earnestly Desiring God / A Consuming Flame / My One Desire / My Wish, for the Fourteenth Anniversary as a Bishop