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National Day for Truth and Reconciliation – September 30This year’s National Day for Truth and Reconciliation will take place on Friday, September 30. Cardinal Collins will preside at the 7:30 a.m. Mass from St. Michael’s Cathedral Basilica with participation from Indigenous members...Posted: Sep-26-2022 -
Exploring Faith Through the Great OutdoorsThe Federation of North American Explorers (FNE) is a Catholic youth movement in the scouting tradition. FNE is formally recognized by the Holy See as a Catholic lay movement. Founder Paul Ritchie shares an overview below. 1. What is the...Posted: Sep-20-2022 -
Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops Submits its National Synod Synthesis to the Holy SeeThe first phase of the “Synod on Synodality,” listening at the diocesan level, has concluded. Synthesis Reports were prepared by each of Canada’s four Regional Episcopal Assemblies — Western, Ontario, Quebec and Atlantic regions. These four...Posted: Sep-20-2022 -
Statement from Cardinal Thomas Collins on the passing of Queen Elizabeth IIThe Archdiocese of Toronto joins so many throughout our country and the world who are mourning the passing of Queen Elizabeth II. For 70 years, she served with dignity and grace. May her kind and faith-filled witness be fondly...Posted: Sep-08-2022 -
St. Paul’s Basilica – Celebrating 200 Years of ServiceIn 1822, St. Paul’s Basilica was established as the first Catholic parish in Toronto. In honour of this centuries-long milestone, Cardinal Thomas Collins will celebrate a 200th anniversary Mass on Sept. 18 at 11 a.m. This...Posted: Sep-08-2022 -
Sposi Novelli Newlywed BlessingWith wedding season in full swing, some newlyweds are starting their marriage off in a special way – with a visit to the Vatican to receive a blessing from the Pope. The sposi novelli blessing for newlyweds takes place at...Posted: Aug-22-2022 -
From Moving Chairs to Celebrating the Vespers: A Seminarian’s Papal Visit ExperienceMichael Beaupré is a seminarian at St. Augustine’s Seminary in Toronto. Below he shares his experiences during the papal visit as a Métis person and a Catholic. 1. What made you decide to drive to...Posted: Jul-29-2022 -
Pray, Watch, Reflect: Walking TogetherAs we welcome Pope Francis to Canada, all are invited to participate in this historic journey. In addition to television coverage of papal events, visit www.papalvisit.ca to access more than 10 livestream links of coverage featuring interpretation in...Posted: Jul-26-2022 -
Salt + Light documentary invites us on a journey of healing and reconciliationAs Pope Francis’ pastoral visit to Canada kicks off this Sunday, July 24, Salt + Light Media has released Walking Together to help Canadians appreciate the broader story of the journey toward a meaningful reconciliation. Fr. Alan Fogarty, Executive Producer...Posted: Jul-22-2022 -
Two Sisters of Life to Profess Final Vows in TorontoTwo Sisters of Life will profess final vows at St. Michael’s Cathedral Basilica this Saturday, July 16 – the Feast of Our Lady of Mount Carmel. Cardinal Thomas Collins will be the main celebrant and homilist. Sr. Jeanne...Posted: Jul-15-2022 -
Public Ticketing Information Now Available for Papal Visit to CanadaTickets for Pope Francis’ visit to Canada are now available via https://bit.ly/TicketsPapalVisit.. Here, you can find information on how to secure tickets for public events on the Pope’s pastoral visit through Alberta, Quebec and...Posted: Jul-06-2022 -
Find a Church Near You This SummerWith the summer now in full swing, many Catholics will be visiting the Archdiocese of Toronto from elsewhere in the world and many of our regular parishioners will find themselves in a different part of the archdiocese for a weekend...Posted: Jun-30-2022 -
Catholic Bishops Welcome Announcement of Program for Papal Visit to Canada – July 24 – 29, 2022Canada’s Catholic Bishops welcome today’s announcement from the Holy See providing further details of the itinerary of Pope Francis’ historic visit to Canada, July 24 – 29, 2022. This will be the fourth papal visit...Posted: Jun-23-2022 -
Never Stop Learning: Adult Faith Formation through Bible StudyDuring the month of June, the ministries of the Office of Formation for Discipleship are focused on adult faith formation and maturing adults. One of the most meaningful forms of faith formation for adults of all ages is the...Posted: Jun-22-2022 -
World Meeting of Families is just a click awayCarissa and Patrick Douglas will be attending the World Meeting of Families in Rome as part of the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops’ delegation alongside 11 other couples from Canada. 1. Ahead of a meeting with Pope Francis, Vincenzo...Posted: Jun-20-2022 -
Toronto's Largest Permanent Diaconate Ordination in Years a Testament to the Service of All DeaconsThis Saturday, June 18 at 10 a.m., 20 men will be ordained permanent deacons in service to the Archdiocese of Toronto. Their ministry begins in Toronto’s St. Michael’s Cathedral Basilica, but will extend far beyond...Posted: Jun-17-2022 -
St. Margaret Mary Alacoque and the Sacred Heart of JesusIn light of June being the month of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, here’s a look at St. Margaret Mary Alacoque and the role she played in promoting devotion to the Sacred Heart – imagery that goes all...Posted: Jun-16-2022 -
Sacred Heart of Jesus"Come to me,all you who labour and are heavy laden,and I will give you rest.Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me;for I am gentle and lowly in heart,and you will find rest for...Posted: Jun-11-2022 -
For Love of the ChurchFor Love of the Church is a book celebrating the life, teachings and achievements of Cardinal Thomas Collins, Archbishop of Toronto, to create a “Catholic culture” actively engaged with the signs of the times. Following the “ecclesial...Posted: Jun-08-2022 -
Sunday Mass ObligationOn March 13, 2020, Cardinal Collins issued a communication to the faithful of this archdiocese indicating that it was necessary to cancel public celebrations of the Eucharist on the coming Sunday, stating: “For this weekend and any other which...Posted: Jun-01-2022
