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Humanitarian Relief Efforts to Aid Those Impacted by Disasters in Morocco and LibyaTwo natural disasters have recently struck the region of North Africa with a devastating earthquake in Morocco followed by severe flooding in Libya caused by Storm Daniel. On Friday, September 8, 2023, approximately 70 kilometers southwest of Marrakesh in the...Posted: Sep-15-2023 -
In Choosing ForgivenessWe Allow the Light of Christ to Radiate Outward from the Inner Depths of Our Souls We can look to the Saints who have gone before us to offer us inspiration, and to help us to choose forgiveness. St. Stephen...Posted: Sep-13-2023 -
POSTPONED: Mass in honouor of St. Therese of Lisieux has been postponedSept 27 - Please be advised that due to unforseen circumstances, the Mass listed below has been postponed and will be rescheduled at a later date. We apologize for any inconvenience caused by this postponement and we will advise once...Posted: Sep-11-2023 -
Catholic Community Pledges $500,000 to Fight Food InsecurityAs an increasing number of people struggle to put food on the table, the Catholic community is drawing upon its legacy of service to tackle this contemporary crisis. ShareLife, the annual charitable appeal of the Archdiocese of Toronto, is committing...Posted: Sep-06-2023 -
Season of Creation – September 1 – October 4, 2023The Season of Creation begins September 1 with the World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation and runs through October 4, the feast of St. Francis of Assisi. This year’s theme is: “Let Justice and...Posted: Aug-31-2023 -
A Note from Our Pastor September 3, 2023Greetings in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ! As the summer sun begins to wane and the air becomes crisper, we find ourselves transitioning from the refresh days of vacation to the vibrant months of activities. It is with...Posted: Aug-31-2023 -
Announcement week of August 27, 2023ANNOUNCEMENT SLIDES WEEK OF AUGUST 27, 2023Posted: Aug-21-2023 -
A Pilgrim’s Reflections on World Youth DayMichelle Pacheco, Mission Development Coordinator for OCY Missionaries at the Office of Catholic Youth, was one of the more than 5,000 Canadian pilgrims that journeyed to Lisbon, Portugal, to celebrate World Youth Day from August 2 to 6. Below...Posted: Aug-11-2023 -
The Journey to Priesthood – 5 Men Prepare for Ordination to Transitional Diaconate This FallFive men currently studying for the priesthood in the Archdiocese of Toronto will be ordained to the transitional diaconate this fall. This is a significant milestone in the ongoing formation process that the seminarians have undertaken over the last number...Posted: Aug-08-2023 -
Pope Francis Joins Hundreds of Thousands of Young People in Portugal for World Youth Day 2023Pope Francis has traveled to Portugal to join hundreds of thousands of young people for World Youth Day 2023, hosted by the city of Lisbon. More than 500,000 youth attended the official welcome ceremony with the Holy Father, including...Posted: Aug-04-2023 -
Celebration of the Solemnity of St. Michael & Conferral of the Pallium upon the Most Rev. Francis Leo Friday, September 29, 2023 – 5:30 p.m. – St. Michael’s Cathedral BasilicaThe Archdiocese of Toronto celebrates the feast day of our archdiocesan patron, St. Michael, on Friday, September 29, 2023. All are welcome to join in a special celebration on that day at 5:30 p.m. at St. Michael&rsquo...Posted: Aug-03-2023 -
St. Bernard’s Residence welcomes Archbishop Francis LeoArchbishop Francis Leo had the opportunity to enjoy a recent visit to St. Bernard’s Residence, a senior’s home in North York with a unique history and legacy. Not many senior’s residences can boast the...Posted: Jul-28-2023 -
Statement from the Archdiocese of Toronto re: Fr. Neil PereiraOn Wednesday, July 26, 2023, the Archdiocese of Toronto learned that Fr. Neil Pereira, a priest of the Archdiocese of Toronto currently on loan to the Diocese of Peterborough, was charged with sexual interference and sexual assault of a minor...Posted: Jul-26-2023 -
Papal Visit to Canada: Walking Together – One Year LaterThe Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops (CCCB) looks back on the one-year anniversary of the historic “penitential pilgrimage” of Pope Francis to Canada last summer which marked an important step toward “walking together” in the...Posted: Jul-26-2023 -
Renew, Recharge and Journey: Retreat Centres to Visit this SummerSummer is a great time to sit back and relax. Long, warm and bright summer days really allow us to enjoy the season – especially after so many months in the cold. It’s also an ideal opportunity to...Posted: Jul-26-2023 -
Reflections on the Papal Visit, One Year LaterWritten by John Ecker One year ago, Pope Francis made his penitential pilgrimage to Canada. The theme of his visit was "Walking Together." At the outset of his journey, in Maskwacis, Alberta, His Holiness said, "I am sorry. I ask...Posted: Jul-25-2023 -
A Joyful Encounter Between the Young and OldThe World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly will be celebrated on Sunday July 23, close to the Feast of Sts. Joachim and Anne, the grandparents of Jesus. Pope Francis “renews his invitation to everyone – dioceses, parishes, associations...Posted: Jul-21-2023 -
The Gift of GrandparenthoodArchdiocese of Toronto parishioner Cindy Tracey, a grandmother of 24 (soon to be 25) grandkids, reflects on her unique role in light of the third World Day of Grandparents and the Elderly on July 23. Cindy's...Posted: Jul-19-2023 -
Pope Francis Announces the Names of 21 New CardinalsOn Sunday, July 9, 2023, Pope Francis announced plans to add 21 new Cardinals to serve the faithful throughout the world. The Holy Father said that he will hold a Consistory on September 30, 2023 for the appointment of the...Posted: Jul-09-2023
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A Note from Our Pastor July 2, 2023Dear brothers and sisters, The long-awaited summer months are finally here! We who live in this four-season climate always look forward to these bright and sunny days. It is the season of outdoor living and enjoying some...Posted: Jun-29-2023
