Raymond de Souza

Fr. Raymond de Souza is a Continuing Adjunct Lecturer in the Department of Economics at Queen's University, where he also serves as the chaplain of Newman House, the Catholic chaplaincy. He is pastor of Sacred Heart of Mary Parish on Wolfe Island and holds roles as Senior Fellow at Massey College (University of Toronto), Senior Fellow at Cardus (Christian think tank), and editor-in-chief of Convivium magazine. His academic background includes a BA Hons in Economics and Political Studies from Queen's University, an MPA from Queen's, an MPhil in Development Economics from the University of Cambridge, and theological degrees from St. Philip's Seminary and Pontifical institutions in Rome.

His research and writing span Church affairs, politics, culture, faith, and economics. He has contributed to policy advisory roles, including chairing Canada’s Advisory Council on Religious Freedom and consulting for the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops’ religious liberty committee. His articles often address papal governance, constitutional monarchy, social policy, and interfaith dialogue. He actively engages in public commentary through columns in the National Post and other platforms.

Fr. de Souza’s work bridges academia, theology, and public life, reflecting his dual roles as priest and scholar. His publications emphasize ethical leadership, institutional integrity, and the intersection of faith with contemporary issues.