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Horizons of Hope: A Toolkit for Parishes on Palliative Care
Families, friends, parish communities and health care professionals, together, all play an important role to care for and accompany those in need of palliative care that recognizes the dignity of the human person. As such, the Canadian Conference of Catholic...
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GOSPEL REFLECTION FOR THE 30TH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
When we think of the missions in the church, we often think about those striving to spread the Gospel in remote areas ravaged by poverty. However, in our secular society there is rampant poverty all around us, for according to...
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The Value of Patristic Studies in the Modern Age
The leadership at St. Augustine’s Seminary is designing a Licentiate program in Patristics – it will be the first program dedicated to Patristics in Canada when it rolls out in the 2023-2024 academic year. Fr. Robert John...
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Gospel Reflection for the 29th Sunday in Ordinary Time
In today's Gospel parable, our divine Lord teaches us, the need for perseverance in prayer. This perseverance develops our trust and confidence in God. It helps us to become humble and keeps us close to God, as we learn...
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Gospel Reflection for the 28th Sunday in Ordinary Time
The one leper who returned and prostrated himself before Jesus shows us the true model of gratitude towards God and neighbour because it required his effort, time and humility. When thanking God, we can set aside time in prayer to...
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Gospel Reflection for the 27th Sunday in Ordinary Time
It is often difficult in our secular society to believe all of the increasingly counter-cultural teachings of the Church. This is why we need to earnestly implore the Lord for more faith. Let us set aside time each day...
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Celebrating 50 years of the Diaconate
September 30 marks the 50th anniversary of the Permanent Diaconate in the Archdiocese of Toronto. Deacon Steve Pitre, Coordinator of Diaconal Ministry, reflects on this special milestone.
1. What celebrations are planned to commemorate this milestone anniversary?
We will...
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GOSPEL REFLECTION FOR THE 26TH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
In today's Gospel we read about Lazarus and the rich man who had all he wanted in this life but clearly lacked charity. The rich man was spiritually impoverished, whereas Lazarus was spitiually prosperous. When you can keep your...
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Gospel Reflection for the 24th Sunday in Ordinary Time
In today’s second reading, St. Paul proclaims that “Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners.” The forgiveness of our sins is the greatest, most transformative gift that Christ bestows on our lives. So as...
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Liturgical Ministries Event: Sept. 17th
On Saturday, September 17th from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. The Office of Formation for Discipleship is pleased to offer a morning of re-engagement in liturgical ministries. This event is open to all liturgical coordinators, parish liturgy...
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New Digital Archive Highlights Parish Histories
The Archives of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Toronto has launched a new digital collection’s portal, ARCAT Online. Frances O’Regan, Director of Archives, provides an overview below.
1. What is ARCAT Online?
ARCAT Online is a...
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Sacred Heart of Jesus
The heart is a natural sign of true love: it is hidden, it is steady, and it is reliable. As it beats, moment by moment, day by day, year by year, it keeps us alive. That is true love, not...
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World Meeting of Families is just a click away
Carissa and Patrick Douglas will be attending the World Meeting of Families in Rome as part of the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops’ delegation alongside 11 other couples from Canada.
1. Ahead of a meeting with Pope Francis, Vincenzo...