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Archbishop Leo's Message for HanukkahMy dear brothers and sisters in Christ, As Catholic Christians, we are in the midst of our Advent celebrations, the solemn and sacred preparation for the celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ, Our Lord and Saviour, on Christmas Day...Posted: Dec-11-2023 -
St. Francis Xavier Parish, Mississauga Silver Jubilee LOGO Design ContestSt. Francis Xavier Parish, Mississauga Catholic Church will be celebrating its Silver Jubilee anniversary in 2024. To inaugurate the upcoming celebrations, there will be a contest to find a logo that will symbolize the uniqueness of the parish and its...Posted: Dec-11-2023 -
Radio Maria Canada’s “A Celestial Night” GalaLast month, the Most Rev. Francis Leo, Archbishop of Toronto, had the opportunity to attend Radio Maria Canada’s “A Celestial Night” dinner at Venu Event Space in Vaughan, Ont. The event, a fundraiser for the 24...Posted: Dec-08-2023 -
Second Sunday of Advent december 10, 2023The light of the moon will be like that of the sun and the light of the sun will be seven times greater (like the light of seven days). On the day the Lord binds up the wounds of His...Posted: Dec-06-2023 -
Faithful Service Recognized with Papal HonoursThe Most Rev. Francis Leo, Archbishop of Toronto, presented Papal Honours to six people during Mass on November 30 at St. Michael's Cathedral Basilica in downtown Toronto. Papal Honours provide an opportunity to recognize individuals who have exhibited...Posted: Dec-01-2023 -
Canadian Bishops Oppose Euthanasia in Catholic Health FacilitiesThe Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops (CCCB) have issued a statement on the non-permissibility of euthanasia and assisted suicide within Canadian health organizations with a Catholic identity. Issued on November 30, the statement highlights the fact that, "despite...Posted: Nov-30-2023 -
A NOTE FROM OUR PASTOR December 3, 2023My dear brothers and sisters, As we gather in joy and gratitude on the Feast of our beloved patron saint, St. Francis Xavier, I am filled with a sense of awe and inspiration by the missionary zeal and heroic work...Posted: Nov-29-2023 -
Canadian Bishops Issue “Praedica Verbum” on the Evangelization of Young PeopleOn Sunday November 26, 2023, on the Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe, and World Youth Day, the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops (CCCB), with the approval of the Permanent Council, published Praedica Verbum: ...Posted: Nov-26-2023
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Christ is King! November 26, 2023As King, Jesus desires to lead every aspect of our lives and lead us in all things. He desires to become the absolute ruler and monarch of our souls. He wants us to come to Him for everything and to...Posted: Nov-22-2023 -
Gratitude for God’s Gifts: The Parable of the Talents November 19, 2023St. Gregory explained that the servant with five talents symbolizes those who do not understand deep, mystical truths, but who nonetheless share what theological knowledge they do possess, leading many souls to God through their instruction and example. These souls...Posted: Nov-15-2023 -
Archbishop Leo's Address from the 44th Annual Cardinal's Dinner44th Annual Cardinal’s Dinner – 14 November 2023Address by His Grace Most Rev. Francis Leo, Metropolitan Archbishop of Toronto Thank you, Mr. MacKinnon, for your kind words and for all your committed work in coordinating the organization of...Posted: Nov-15-2023 -
Renew Toronto Conference for Young Adults a “Moving and Uplifting” ExperienceThe Office of Catholic Youth (OCY) of the Archdiocese of Toronto held their annual “Renew Toronto” conference for young adults on Saturday, November 4, 2023. The Most Rev. Francis Leo, Archbishop of Toronto, was on hand to...Posted: Nov-14-2023 -
Knights of Columbus Christmas Poster and Essay Contest 2023Keep Christ in Christmas Poster Contest - Overview, Rules and Entry Forms >>click here Catholic Citizenship Essay Contest 2023 - Eligibility, Guidelines, Entry Forms >> click herePosted: Nov-09-2023 -
Archbishop Leo visits Legacy Society at St. Paul’s Basilica; U of T Students in MississaugaHis Grace, the Most Rev. Francis Leo, Archbishop of Toronto, recently visited St. Paul’s Basilica in downtown Toronto to celebrate Mass for members of the Legacy Society. In his homily. Archbishop Leo spoke about the importance of prayer...Posted: Nov-09-2023 -
Archdiocesan Consultation With the FaithfulComplete the Survey Down load a printable version (pdf) Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, May Jesus and Mary be in your soul. It has been a true blessing and joy to spend time with so many Catholics throughout the...Posted: Nov-08-2023 -
"Concrete Ways to Renew Practices in Family Holiness" Webinar Recording ReleasedThe Standing Committee for Family and Life of the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops (CCCB) have shared the video recording from their webinar titled, "Concrete Ways to Renew Practices in Family Holiness." The webinar featured Msgr. Philippe Bordeyne, President of...Posted: Nov-07-2023
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A Note from our Pastor November 5, 2023Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, As we enter the month of November, our hearts turn to the sacred and solemn duty of remembering all the faithful departed. In this holy season, we reflect upon the beauty of eternal life...Posted: Nov-01-2023 -
Pope Francis on Solemnity of All Saints: “Holiness is a Gift and a Journey”Pope Francis addressed the faithful pilgrims gathered in Saint Peter’s Square at midday Wednesday, on the Solemnity of All Saints, and spoke about holiness as a gift from God, and as a journey. “Holiness is a gift...Posted: Nov-01-2023 -
Archdiocesan Consultation Underway – Share Your Ideas to assist with future planning!Archbishop Francis Leo is inviting the Catholic community to share thoughts and ideas regarding future pastoral planning in the Archdiocese of Toronto. Feedback will help inform a renewed Pastoral Plan to be used in the years ahead. To learn more...Posted: Oct-31-2023
