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From the Pastor's Desk March 9, 2025Dear parishioners, Reflecting on the words of the Second Eucharistic Prayer invites us to delve into the profound beauty of the Eucharist. At its core, the Eucharist embodies the sacrificial nature of Christ’s love. It’s not...Posted: Mar-11-2025 -
Message for Lent 2025 from His Eminence Frank Cardinal LeoLenten Message 2025His Eminence Frank Cardinal LeoMetropolitan Archbishop of Toronto My Dear Brothers and Sisters, May Jesus and Mary be in your souls. I am writing to you as we prepare to enter the Holy Season of Lent; a...Posted: Mar-03-2025 -
Requesting Prayers of Healing for His Holiness Pope FrancisRequesting Prayers of Healing for His Holiness Pope Francis27 February 2025 Dear Brothers and Sisters, As you may be aware, Pope Francis has been hospitalized at Gemelli Hospital in Rome where he has been since 14 February. His Holiness is...Posted: Feb-27-2025
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Year of Jubilee Launch & Mass of Thanksgiving – St. Edward the Confessor Parish, North YorkOur final Mass to launch the Year of Jubilee and give thanks for the elevation of Frank Cardinal Leo to the College of Cardinals took place on February 25 at St. Edward the Confessor Parish in North York. This pilgrimage...Posted: Feb-26-2025 -
Celebrating Employee Service at the Archdiocese of TorontoOn Thursday, February 20, 2025, the Archdiocese of Toronto held its annual Employee Service Recognition Celebration honouring employees with long-term service to the Archdiocese. We recognized those employees who reached their 10, 20, 25, 30, and 40 years of...Posted: Feb-25-2025 -
Three Years of War in Ukraine: A Call for Prayer and PeaceOn the third anniversary of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, the 2024 Canadian Pastoral Letter on Ukraine, Canada, and the Church remains an important resource for guidance and reflection. It highlights the role of faith communities in promoting peace...Posted: Feb-24-2025 -
Cardinal Leo Writes to Federal Government on Issues of Deep ConcernIn recent days, Frank Cardinal Leo has sent two letters to cabinet ministers in the federal government to raise attention and express deep concern regarding the following issues: Letter to Federal Minister of Health – this correspondence pertains to a...Posted: Feb-21-2025
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Year of Jubilee Launch and Mass of Thanksgiving – St. Barnabas Parish, ScarboroughOn Wednesday, February 19, more than 1,200 Catholics from the Eastern Pastoral Region gathered at St. Barnabas Parish in Scarborough to launch the Year of Jubilee and give thanks for the elevation of Frank Cardinal Leo to the College...Posted: Feb-20-2025 -
Prayers for the Health and Recovery of Pope FrancisThe Most Rev. William T. McGrattan, Bishop of Calgary and CCCB President shared the following message, praying for the health and recovery of Pope Francis: As President of the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops (CCCB), I wish to assure the...Posted: Feb-19-2025 -
From the Pastor's Desk February 23, 2025Dear parishioners, The Institution Narrative and Consecration stand as one of the most profound moments in the Mass, a sacred encounter with the divine that transcends time and space. Here, the priest, acting in the person of Christ, recalls the...Posted: Feb-19-2025 -
Ontario Provincial Election – Resources for the Catholic CommunityAs Ontarians prepare for a provincial election on February 27, 2025, Catholics are encouraged to both vote as part of the democratic process and to learn more about the candidates and parties seeking our support. To assist with this process...Posted: Feb-14-2025 -
From the Pastor's Desk February 16, 2025Dear parishioners, In the sacred moment following the "Sanctus," the invocation of the Holy Spirit, known as the Epiclesis, unfolds with profound significance. As the priest extends his hands, he calls upon the divine presence: "You are indeed Holy, O...Posted: Feb-11-2025
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Sacred Fire Stories from the Indigenous Reconciliation FundThe following press release is from the Indigenous Reconciliation Fund, established to accept donations from 73 Catholic dioceses across the country, and to advance healing and reconciliation initiatives, fulfilling the $30 million financial commitment made by Canada’s Bishops...Posted: Feb-11-2025 -
11,476 Years of Marriage Under One Roof – Marriage Sunday CelebrationOn February 9, 2025, the Archdiocese of Toronto celebrated Marriage Sunday, recognizing married couples throughout the archdiocese who have demonstrated a beautiful witness of love and fidelity. At the local level, many parishes have special initiatives to honour married couples...Posted: Feb-11-2025 -
Parish Visit His Eminence Frank Cardinal LeoHis Eminence Frank Cardinal Leo visits St. Francis Xavier Parish for the first time since being elevated to the college of cardinals. Saturday March 1 | 5pm Holy Mass | fellowship after Holy MassPosted: Feb-07-2025 -
Jubilee and Mass of Thanksgiving – St. Padre Pio Parish, KleinburgOn February 4, 2025, more than 1500 Catholics gathered at St. Padre Pio Parish in Kleinburg. The occasion helped to bring together parishioners from the Northern Pastoral Region to help launch the Year of Jubilee and give thanks for Frank...Posted: Feb-07-2025 -
Message for Marriage Sunday from Cardinal LeoMessage for Marriage Sunday7 February 2025His Eminence Frank Cardinal LeoMetropolitan Archbishop of Toronto My Dear Brothers and Sisters, May Jesus and Mary be in your souls. I am writing you in anticipation of Marriage Sunday which we will be...Posted: Feb-07-2025
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From the Pastor's Desk February 9, 2025Dear parishioners, In the sacred rhythm of the Mass, we arrive at a moment that transcends time and space—the proclamation of the Sanctus. This profound acclamation, often referred to as the "Holy," serves as a bridge between our...Posted: Feb-04-2025
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Year of Jubilee Launch and Mass of Thanksgiving – St. Mary’s Parish, BramptonOn January 29, 2025, more than 850 Catholics gathered at St. Mary’s Parish in Brampton. The occasion was to launch the Year of Jubilee in the Western Region of the archdiocese and give thanks for Frank Cardinal Leo...Posted: Jan-31-2025 -
Cardinal Leo’s Message for World Day of Prayer for Consecrated LifeMessage for World Day for Consecrated Life2 February 2025His Eminence Frank Cardinal LeoMetropolitan Archbishop of Toronto My Dear Brothers and Sisters, May Jesus and Mary be in your souls. I am writing to you on the occasion of the 29th...Posted: Jan-29-2025
