Pope Leo’s Message For The 34th World Day Of The Sick (11 February 2026)

(Ottawa) — The recently-launched National Ecumenical Strategy of the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops (CCCB) lays particular stress upon “spiritual ecumenism,” defined as “the heart of the ecumenical movement.” This includes “praying for and with other Christians, promoting prayer for unity in local parishes, and participation in the planning and leadership of interdenominational prayer services for various intentions—especially that of Christian unity.” The Week of Prayer for Christian Unity (WPCU), which falls in 2026 from January 18th to 25th, offers a chance for these activities. The theme for 2026 is “There is one body and one Spirit” (Ephesians 4:4). For 2026, the Department of Interchurch Relations of the Armenian Apostolic Church prepared prayers and reflections. The Canadian Council of Churches, including the CCCB, adapts these resources to the Canadian context. These Canadian resources are found on…