St. Brigid's Parish, Toronto
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Archdiocese Journey to Healing and ReconciliatonAs Canadians reflect on how we can respond to the pain and suffering experienced by survivors of residential schools and their loved ones, the Archdiocese of Toronto is committed to being directly engaged in the ongoing journey of truth and...Saturday, July 17, 2021 -
CCCB Response to the Residential Schools IssueFrom Richard Gagnon Archbishop of Winnipeg and President of the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops: The Permanent Council of the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops (CCCB) supports the Bishops of Saskatchewan as they announce a new province-wide Appeal for...Saturday, July 17, 2021
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Roadmap for Reopening: Step 3Last week, the provincial government approved that as of Friday, July 16th, we will be moving to Step 3 of the “Roadmap for Reopening” plan. Following are the updated guidelines from the Archdiocese of Toronto: For Sacramental...Saturday, July 17, 2021
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ShareLife Campaign 2021 UpdateShareLife is more than a parish collection. It is how we, as a Catholic community in the Archdiocese of Toronto, bring the hands of Christ to those in need. Over 40 ShareLife agencies serve tens of thousands of people locally...Saturday, July 17, 2021
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Archbishop of Regina Apologizes to Cowessess First NationThe following letter was written by Archbishop Don Bolen, Archbishop of Regina, after the discovery of unmarked graves at the former site of the Marieval Residential School, in the Cowessess First Nation in southeastern Saskatchewan. We ask that everyone continues...Saturday, July 03, 2021
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ShareLife Campaign: A Message from the Executive DirectorFrom Arthur Peters, Executive Director: Dear friends, it has been said that the opposite of addiction is not sobriety, but human connection. What, then, has this meant for people with addictions during COVID? St. Michael's Homes, an agency funded...Saturday, July 03, 2021
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Welcome Back Fr. Carlos SierraWe are incredibly happy to announce that on Thursday, July 1st at 9:00 am (Canada Day), Fr. Carlos will be back to celebrating Masses. We look forward to his return and join our community in prayer for his safe...Saturday, June 26, 2021
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A Fond Farewell to Fr. Omar Daza HernandezWe would like to take this opportunity to say thank you to Fr. Omar for all his graciousness, hard work, and unwavering support during the last three months. Although we were in lockdown, Fr. Omar took the time to get...Saturday, June 26, 2021
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Reminder: Schedule for All MassesA reminder that the schedule for all weekday and weekend Masses will remain the same as they were before. For now, the Italian Mass will continue to be celebrated at 9:45 am. All Masses will be celebrated at the...Saturday, June 26, 2021
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ShareLife Campaign 2021Living the Gospel by Helping Those in Need Mary dreaded the day when she would have to admit she just could no longer care for her husband alone. She felt this would be a betrayal since they have been together...Saturday, June 26, 2021
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Pope to Meet with Indigenous LeadersThe Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops released a statement on June 10th regarding a delegation to the Holy See. An excerpt of the statement reads as follows: “This pastoral visit will include the participation of a diverse...Saturday, June 19, 2021
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Statement on the Islamophobic Attack in London, OntarioThe Archdiocese of Toronto along with all the Churches in Toronto offer their prayers and sincere condolences following the violent death of four family members in London, Ontario, targeted for their faith. We join the Muslim community, London Mayor, Ed...Saturday, June 19, 2021
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ShareLife Campaign: Living the Gospel by supporting those in needAlex is a 34-year-old who struggles with anxiety, which has limited his career opportunities and overall enjoyment of life. In an attempt to cope with his paralyzing bouts of fear, he bravely attended a walk-in counselling...Saturday, June 19, 2021
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New Beginnings Online Programs: Bereavment & Separated/DivorcedNew Beginnings is launching two programs for anyone who is bereaved or going through a separation or divorce. Both online programs are four weeks in length and offer a learning environment which is safe, welcoming, and non-judgmental. There is...Saturday, June 19, 2021
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ShareLife 2021: Living the Gospel by Supporting Youth in NeedKayden was raised by her grandmother before moving to Canada to live with her mother. She was just 17 years old when her mother kicked her out after a fight, throwing her meager belongings into the street in the middle...Saturday, June 12, 2021
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CCCB Statement on Recent Acts of Violence in CanadaIn recent weeks, Canada has unfortunately witnessed a disturbing rise in harmful and violent acts against the Jewish People and Muslims. These acts have included offensive slurs, prejudice, hostility, and even terror claiming lives. The Catholic Bishops of Canada adamantly...Saturday, June 12, 2021
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Statement From the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops re Residential SchoolsFrom Richard Gagnon, Archbishop of Winnipeg, and President of the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops: On behalf of the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops (CCCB), I express our deepest sorrow for the heartrending loss of the children at...Saturday, June 05, 2021
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St. Brigid's Out of the Cold Take Away Meals ProgramFrom Steve McDonald, Out of the Cold Coordinator: Dear St. Brigid’s parishioners and members of the Parish and community: our St. Brigid’s Out of the Cold Take Away Meals Program has held six events starting on...Saturday, June 05, 2021
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Pope Francis' Prayer to Mary for the End of the PandemicPope Francis’ May prayer to Mary for the end of the pandemic: In the present, tragic situation, when the whole world is prey to suffering and anxiety, we fly to you, Mother of God and our Mother, and seek...Saturday, May 29, 2021
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ShareLife Campaign 2021SHARELIFE CAMPAIGN 2021: Living the Gospel by supporting the deaf community ShareLife funded agencies have been working on the front line of the Covid-19 pandemic. One of them, Silent Voice, has been continuing to offer programs in ASL...Saturday, May 29, 2021
