New survey finds 86 per cent of Canadians pray

Angus Reid Institute polls people of various faiths and no faith to find out who prays, how, and why

Angus Reid of the Angus Reid Institute said while church attendance has been decreasing over the last 50 years, the number of people who pray has stayed strong. Angus Reid Institute.

Prayer is still considered valuable by most Canadians, says a new survey. For full story see The B.C. Catholic website.


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Ottawa's House of Hope and Healing fills a unique niche

House of Hope and Healing founder Rita Hughes next to her table of items left by patients to mark the story of their healing journey. Deborah Gyapong (CCN).

Rita Hughes believes God instructed her to found the House of Hope and Healing 25 years ago, and as she prepares to step down, she and her community are praying for fresh vision. For full story see The B.C. Catholic website.