Raymond Poisson (bishop)

Raymond Poisson (30 April 1958 –) is a Canadian prelate of the Catholic Church who serves as the bishop of the Diocese of Saint-Jérôme–Mont-Laurier.

Quotes

• I think it's fair to say that Canadian society doesn't know its communities well. We don't know ourselves. This is not only true of Catholics but of everyone. Distance doesn't help, but that's not enough. The purpose of our fund, and of the operation we are carrying out, is for us to get to know each other better. And to allow them to make themselves known, to be recognized and respected, which hasn't been the case and which is still very difficult.
  • Leader of Canada’s bishops explains journey with Indigenous Peoples, where it’s headed (30 March 2022) Aleteia

• The Church as an institution personalizes a whole people on the move; it is a force for action. There is also a danger: the Church should not be limited to consecrated or clerical members but to all the baptized. Through challenges and controversies, joys and projects, the Church tries to make a central place for Christ, the Gospel and Gospel values. It is made up of human beings and, therefore, is not perfect.
  • The presence of the Holy Father in Canada will guide us in the direction we should take". (15 July 2022) Omnes