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Celebrating the 10th Anniversary of Archbishop Collins Becoming a CardinalOver the past several weeks, we have been recognizing a series of major milestones in Cardinal Thomas Collins’ life, including, the 15th anniversary of him being announced as the new Archbishop of Toronto, his 75th birthday and the 15th...Posted: Feb-18-2022 -
Quick Update on COVID-19 RestrictionsOn Thursday, February 17, the Government of Ontario will once again be easing some COVID-19 restrictions. In some settings, this will mean greater capacity numbers. However, in places of worship that do not require proof of vaccination, there is...Posted: Feb-16-2022 -
How to Read the Bible in a YearElizabeth Klein is an Assistant Professor of Theology at the Augustine Institute, which serves the formation of Catholics for the New Evangelization through academic and parish programs. As part of its work, the institute helps Catholics to read the Bible...Posted: Feb-09-2022 -
Archdiocese of Toronto Pledges to Be a Major Supporter of National Indigenous Reconciliation Financial EffortFebruary 2, 2022 – The Archdiocese of Toronto is promising to be a major contributor toward the Catholic Bishops in Canada’s pledge to raise $30 million to support Indigenous reconciliation initiatives, after more details of the national fundraising...Posted: Feb-02-2022
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Canadian Bishops, Assembly of First Nations, Métis National Council and Inuit Tapiriit Kanatami Announce Rescheduled Dates for Rome DelegationFebruary 1, 2022 – The Canadian Catholic Bishops, Assembly of First Nations, Métis National Council and Inuit Tapiriit Kanatami are pleased to announce that the delegation to Rome to meet with Pope Francis, originally planned for December 2021...Posted: Feb-01-2022 -
Celebrate St. Brigid's Feast Day With UsIn honour of our Patron Saint, we will begin our Spiritual preparation on Friday, February 4th at 7:00 p.m. followed by a Solemn Mass on Saturday, February 5th at 5:00 p.m. Please join us for these...Posted: Jan-29-2022 -
World Day for Consecrated Life“...to be a suitable occasion for consecrated persons to renew their commitment and rekindle the fervour which should inspire their offering of themselves to the Lord.” Saint John Paul II Wednesday, February 2nd is World Day for Consecrated...Posted: Jan-29-2022
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15th Anniversary of Cardinal Collins’ Installation MassThe past few weeks have been a time to mark a number of major milestones in Cardinal Thomas Collins’ life. Sunday, January 30, presents another important anniversary in Cardinal Collins’ ministry: the 15th anniversary of his installation Mass...Posted: Jan-29-2022 -
Canada’s Bishops Announce Indigenous Reconciliation Fund to Support Projects Across CanadaJanuary 28, 2022 – Canada’s Catholic Bishops have agreed to establish a new registered charity to support and advance healing and reconciliation initiatives. The charity is expected to manage the Indigenous Reconciliation Fund, which will accept contributions from...Posted: Jan-28-2022 -
‘Walking Together’ on the Journey to the SynodMoira McQueen’s new book, Walking Together: A Primer on the New Synodality, aims to explain the history, meaning and relevance of synodality as the Church undertakes a two-year process of discernment. Below, McQueen, Executive Director of the...Posted: Jan-28-2022 -
Day of Prayer for Peace in UkraineAt the conclusion of the Sunday Angelus, Pope Francis expressed his concern over the rising tension along the Russian-Ukrainian border. The Holy Father has asked all people of goodwill to pray for peace in Ukraine on Wednesday, January 26...Posted: Jan-25-2022 -
Marriage Sunday 2022As part of Marriage Sunday 2022 celebrations, Bishop Robert Kasun will preside at a special Mass to honor couples celebrating milestone anniversaries in 2022. Couples celebrating their 25th, 40th, 50th, 60th, or 60+ wedding anniversary in 2022 are invited...Posted: Jan-22-2022
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Join Cardinal Collins in Praying for Christian UnityThe Week of Prayer for Christian Unity (January 18 to 25) is an important time to reflect on the common bonds that bring us together as believers in Christ, rather than what pulls us apart. It should be the hope...Posted: Jan-19-2022 -
Parish Office HoursConsidering recent Covid-19 escalations and in compliance with the Archdiocese’s Worship Safe protocols and restrictions, until further notice the office will be closed to the public except for each Wednesday from 9:30 am to 4:00...Posted: Jan-15-2022
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Happy 75th Birthday Cardinal CollinsAs Cardinal Thomas Collins turns 75 on January 16, he knows that God has been with him every step of the way. “There is so much to be grateful for, and certainly being called by our Lord to serve...Posted: Jan-13-2022
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Refugee Sponsorship Program for ParishionersThe Archdiocese’s Office for Refugees has a program to assist parishioners who would like to sponsor family members who are in need of refugee sponsorship. This program is only intended to assist parishioners. If you are a parishioner...Posted: Jan-08-2022
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Update on Provincial Restrictions for Places of WorshipOn Wednesday, January 5, the Government of Ontario implemented new restrictions to slow the spread of the COVID-19 Omicron variant. These new restrictions have placed a 50 per cent capacity limit on places of worship. This announcement should not...Posted: Jan-07-2022
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Welcome Bishop Emeritus Jean Louis PlouffePlease join us in welcoming His Excellency, Bishop Jean Louis Plouffe, who will be celebrating all Masses with us from January 7th to January 23rd.Posted: Dec-31-2021
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Annual Prayer for Christian Unity“We saw the star in the East, and we came to worship him” (Mt.2:2) January 18 to 25, 2022, marks the annual celebration of the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity. This year’s theme...Posted: Dec-26-2021
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Update on Christmas Masses from the Archdiocese of TorontoThis message was originally sent to the Archdiocese of Toronto's mailing list. To sign-up for infrequent emails on important matters from the Archdiocese of Toronto, please click here. We pray that you and your loved ones are safe...Posted: Dec-23-2021
