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National Day of Prayer in Solidarity with Indigenous PeoplesOn December 12, the feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe, the Church in Canada marks the National Day of Prayer in Solidarity with Indigenous Peoples. This initiative of the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops has been coordinated since 2002 by...Posted: Dec-12-2024 -
Photos: Mass at Santa Maria in TraspontinaOn December 9, 2024, His Eminence, Frank Cardinal Leo celebrated his first Mass as a cardinal at Santa Maria in Traspontina. Cardinals, bishops, priests, women religious and laity from far and wide came together to pray and celebrate Cardinal Leo...Posted: Dec-12-2024 -
From the Pastor's Desk December 15, 2024Praise be Jesus Christ! Now and forever. As we prepare for the festivities of Christmas, let us carry this spirit of joy into our daily lives. Share laughter and kindness with those around you, extend a helping hand, and create...Posted: Dec-11-2024 -
Photos: Consistory 2024On December 7, 2024, Pope Francis presided at a Consistory to elevate 21 Catholic bishops to the College of Cardinals. Among them was the Most Rev. Frank Leo, Metropolitan Archbishop of Toronto. We pray for the newest members of the...Posted: Dec-08-2024 -
Elevation of Archbishop Leo to College of Cardinals - Watch LiveThe faithful of the Archdiocese of Toronto offer our prayers and best wishes for the newest members of the College of Cardinals, including our chief shepherd, the Archbishop of Toronto, the Most Rev. Francis Leo. This weekend, Cardinal-elect Leo...Posted: Dec-05-2024 -
From the Pastor's Desk December 8, 2024Prause be Jesus Christ! Now and forever. Advent invites us to prepare our hearts and minds for the celebration of Christ’s birth. It is a season that encourages us to embrace joy in the midst of our busy...Posted: Dec-04-2024
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Invitation from Archbishop Leo to Celebrate the Ordinary Year of Jubilee – December 29, 2024Dear Brothers and Sisters in the Lord, May Jesus and Mary be in your hearts. As we prepare for our Advent journey and the anticipation of the birth of Jesus, be assured of my prayers and spiritual closeness. You may...Posted: Nov-29-2024 -
From the Pastor's Desk December 1, 2024Praise be Jesus Christ! Now and forever. As we prepare to celebrate the feast of our patron saint, Francis Xavier, on December 3rd, let’s take a moment to reflect on some of his inspiring Christian virtues. Saint Francis...Posted: Nov-28-2024
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CCCB Presents "Journey through Advent" Video SeriesThis Advent season, the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops (CCCB) presents an online weekly video series titled "Journey through Advent." This year’s English reflections will be led by the Most Rev. Francis Leo, Metropolitan Archbishop of Toronto. The...Posted: Nov-26-2024
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Fr. Haig Chahinian to lead Salt and Light Catholic Media Foundation as new CEOSalt and Light Catholic Media Foundation (Salt + Light Media) is pleased to announce the appointment of Fr. Haig Chahinian as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective December 1, 2024. Fr. Chahinian brings a deep commitment to pastoral ministry as an...Posted: Nov-22-2024 -
From the Pastor's Desk November 24, 2024Dear Parishioners, As we draw near to the joyous celebration of our patron saint, Francis Xavier, on December 3rd, I am filled with gratitude and excitement. I am pleased to share that our regional bishop, Ivan Camilleri, has graciously accepted...Posted: Nov-20-2024 -
From the Pastor's Desk November 17, 2024Praise be Jesus Christ! Now and forever. The Gospel reading plays a crucial role in the Mass, particularly during the Liturgy of the Word, where it is seen as the high point of the celebration. It is not just a...Posted: Nov-13-2024 -
Most Rev. Francis Leo – Video Address – 45th Annual Cardinal’s DinnerOn Tuesday, November 5, 2024, more than 1,400 guests gathered at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre for the 45th Annual Cardinal’s Dinner. Founded by Gerald Emmett Cardinal Carter in 1979, the late archbishop believed passionately that local...Posted: Nov-13-2024 -
Unpacking the Synod on Synodality – Listening, Dialogue & Shared WisdomOn Sunday, November 10, clergy, religious, consecrated and lay faithful gathered from across the Archdiocese of Toronto to participate in “Unpacking the Synod on Synodality”, a roundtable discussion held at St. Michael’s College School Theatre. Moderated...Posted: Nov-12-2024 -
From the Pastor's Desk November 10, 2024Praise be Jesus Christ! Now and forever. In our reflection on the Mass, we come to the Gospel acclamation which is an important part of the Liturgy of the Word during Mass, welcoming the Lord before the Gospel reading. Typically...Posted: Nov-05-2024 -
1,400 Gather November 5 for 45th Annual Cardinal’s DinnerMore than 1,400 guests from across the Greater Toronto Area will gather at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre (North Building) Tuesday evening for the 45th annual Cardinal’s Dinner. The event is hosted by the Metropolitan Archbishop of...Posted: Nov-05-2024 -
Finding Hope through HopeLineFr. Dr. Matthew M. Durham, D.Min is the Executive Director, Hospice Palliative Care & Community Development, Saint Elizabeth Foundation. Fr. Durham shares his insights on the ‘HopeLine’ created by the Archdiocese of Toronto and operated by Saint...Posted: Nov-01-2024 -
From the Pastor's Desk November 3, 2024Praise be Jesus Christ! Now and forever. The month of November, marked by the solemnities of All Saints' Day and All Souls' Day, serves as a poignant reminder of this hope for eternal life and the enduring relationship that exists...Posted: Oct-30-2024
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Pope Francis Releases Encyclical on the Sacred Heart of JesusIn his latest encyclical, Dilexit Nos (Latin for “He Loves Us”), Pope Francis dedicates this pastoral letter to the human and divine love of the Sacred Heart of Jesus. As the Holy Father writes, “His...Posted: Oct-24-2024 -
From the Pastor's Desk October 27, 2024Dear friends in the Lord, In our reflection on the Mass, we come to the Responsorial Psalm. The responsorial psalm plays a crucial role in the Liturgy of the Word during Mass, promoting meditation on Scripture. It follows the first...Posted: Oct-24-2024
