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Statement from Archbishop Francis Leo re: Fire at St. Anne’s Anglican Church, TorontoIn hearing news of the devastating fire that took place at the historic St. Anne’s Anglican Church on Gladstone Avenue in Toronto, the Most Rev. Francis Leo, Metropolitan Archbishop of Toronto offered prayers on behalf of the Catholic...Posted: Jun-09-2024 -
Archdiocese of Toronto Acquires Invermara Property from Sisters of St. Joseph of TorontoThe Sisters of St. Joseph of Toronto and the Archdiocese of Toronto are pleased to announce the sale of the Congregation’s Invermara property in Orillia. The archdiocese will take possession of the property from the Sisters on October...Posted: Jun-07-2024 -
With A Grateful Heart…June 9, 2024"Oh, give thanks to the Lord, for he is good, for his steadfast love endures forever!" (Psalm 107:1) The Psalmist’s thoughts fill my heart as my books are packed & clothes are getting folded together, to continue...Posted: Jun-05-2024 -
75 Years of Philippines-Canada Diplomatic Relations Celebrated!On June 4, 2024, St. Michael’s Cathedral Basilica hosted a Mass of Thanksgiving on the occasion of the 75th Anniversary of Philippines-Canada Diplomatic Relations. Archbishop Francis Leo, Metropolitan Archbishop of Toronto presided at the celebration, expressing his...Posted: Jun-05-2024 -
Archdiocese of Toronto Priests Gather for Annual RetreatApproximately 300 priests from the Archdiocese of Toronto took part in their yearly spiritual retreat these past few weeks (May 6-9 or 13-16). The purpose of the priest retreat is to provide priests with some well-needed...Posted: Jun-05-2024 -
Corpus Christi Procession Draws Thousands to the Streets of TorontoOn Sunday, June 2, on the Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ - often referred to as “the Feast of Corpus Christi” - the Most Reverend Francis Leo, Metropolitan Archbishop of Toronto led a Eucharistic procession...Posted: Jun-03-2024 -
Happy Solemnity of the Most Holy Body & Blood of Jesus Christ, Our Lord & God! June 2, 2024What a Gift We Celebrate Today! The Eucharist is everything. It’s all things, the fullness of life, eternal salvation, mercy, grace, happiness, etc. Why is the Eucharist all this and so much more? Simply put...Posted: May-31-2024 -
Youth Ministers Gather for Annual RetreatEarlier this month, 22 Youth Ministers from across the Archdiocese of Toronto gathered for their annual retreat. Held at Scott Mission Camp in Caledon, Ont., this year’s retreat was facilitated by Fr. Joshua Roldan, Director of the Office...Posted: May-29-2024 -
Archbishop Leo Travels to Saint Louis de France Parish in North YorkOn Saturday, May 18, 2024 the Most Rev. Francis Leo, Archbishop of Toronto, traveled to Saint Louis de France Parish in North York to celebrate Mass and administer the Sacrament of Confirmation to 27 young parishioners. After Mass, a celebration...Posted: May-29-2024 -
Message of Archbishop Leo on Devotion to the Most Sacred Heart of JesusMessage of His Grace Most Reverend Francis Leo Metropolitan Archbishop of Toronto on Devotion to the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus – June 2024 Dear Brothers and Sisters, May Jesus and Mary be in your souls. Our life...Posted: May-28-2024 -
12 Men Ordained into the Permanent DiaconateOn Saturday, May 25, 2024 at 10 a.m. the Vicar for Permanent Deacons, the Most Reverend Vincent Nguyen, ordained 12 men to the Permanent Diaconate for the Archdiocese of Toronto. The Rite of Ordination took place during Mass at...Posted: May-24-2024 -
International Palliative Care Symposium ConcludesThe International Palliative Care Symposium held in Toronto from May 21-23 has now concluded. The Symposium titled, “Towards a Narrative of Hope,” offered by the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops (CCCB) in conjunction with the Pontifical...Posted: May-23-2024 -
The Essence of the Most Holy May 26, 2024Of all the great feasts we celebrate within the Church throughout the year, today’s Solemnity presents us with a Mystery that is so deep and transcendent that our eternity will be spent in perpetual contemplation. The Trinity, the...Posted: May-23-2024
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Archbishop Leo travels to St. Francis of Assisi Parish in TorontoEarlier this year the Most Reverend Francis Leo, Archbishop of Toronto traveled to St. Francis of Asissi Parish in Toronto to celebrate Mass and meet the faithful parishioners. “It is with great joy that we welcome you to our...Posted: May-22-2024 -
Archbishop Leo Takes Part in Ecumenical Ceremony Dedicated to St. Gregory of NarekOn April 27, 2024, the Most Reverend Francis Leo, Archbishop of Toronto participated in an ecumenical ceremony dedicated to St. Gregory of Narek held at Holy Trinity Armenian Apostolic Church of Toronto. Prayers were read by bishops and spiritual fathers...Posted: May-22-2024 -
Archdiocese of Toronto Hosts International Interfaith Symposium on Palliative CareThe Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops, the Pontifical Academy for Life and other key partners are organizing an international interfaith symposium on palliative care. Entitled “Towards a Narrative of Hope,” this symposium will take place May 21-23...Posted: May-21-2024 -
"Well, Chippie Doesn’t Sing Much Anymore” May 19, 2024It happened in Galveston, TX. A woman was cleaning the bottom of the cage of her parrot Chippie with the canister vacuum cleaner. She was not using an attachment on the tube. When the telephone rang, she turned her head...Posted: May-15-2024 -
Ample Opportunity for Youth to Have Fun, Grow in Faith This SummerWith summer right around the corner, the Archdiocese of Toronto’s Office of Catholic Youth created a list of summer camp opportunities for children. In many cases, camp spots are limited so families are encouraged to reach out to...Posted: May-13-2024 -
Five Men Ordained to the Priesthood for the Archdiocese of TorontoPosted: May-13-2024On Saturday, May 11, 2024 the Most Rev. Francis Leo, Metropolitan Archbishop of Toronto ordained five men to the priesthood. Rev. Marko Bušić, Rev. Daniel Lee, Rev. Ryan Nigli, Rev. Szymon Sorbian and Rev. Jeremy Zou received the... -
Archbishop Leo visits St. Michael's Catholic School during Catholic Education WeekCatholic Education Week is celebrated in all Catholic school boards during the first week of May each year. The theme for 2024 is “We, who are many, are one body in Christ, and individually we are members, one of...Posted: May-10-2024
