Archbishop Dunn's Letters to the Faithful

On January 12, 2023, Archbishop Brian J. Dunn was one of fourteen individuals who were presented with the Queen Elizabeth II’s Platinum Jubilee Medal in recognition of significant service to the province of Nova Scotia by the Honourable Arthur J. LeBlanc, the Lieutenant Governor of Nova Scotia.

In response to questions regarding Pastoral care in the case of Euthanasia or Assisted Suicide, below is a statement from Archbishop Dunn

Yesterday we welcomed to Halifax Archbishop Ivan Jurkovič, the Apostolic Nuncio to Canada.  This afternoon he will bestow on Archbishop Dunn a pallium from Pope Francis. The pallium is a scarf, or stole-like vestment that is worn over the chasuble when the archbishop celebrates Mass. This is a symbol of an archbishop’s unity with the Pope and his authority, and his responsibility to care for the flock the Pope entrusted to him.

Next week, Archbishop Dunn will welcome the Apostolic Nuncio, Archbishop Ivan Jurkovič to the Archdiocese. On May 31, the Nuncio will bestow on Archbishop Dunn the Pallium from the Holy Father at 3:00pm at Saint Mary’s Cathedral Basilica.  All are welcome to join in this special diocesan celebration!  A reception will follow for people to congratulate Archbishop Dunn and greet Archbishop Jurkovič.