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Archdiocese of Toronto to Celebrate the Ordination of Seven PriestsPosted: May-12-2023On Saturday, May 13, 2023 at 10 a.m., His Grace, the Most Rev. Francis Leo, Archbishop of Toronto, will ordain our seven transitional deacons, Rev. Mr. Sávio Bruto da Costa, Rev. Mr. Sean Jacob, Rev. Mr. Mirko... -
Archbishop Leo's Message for LifeMy dear friends, During the month of May, we think particularly of our Blessed Mother, who is a constant source of hope and inspiration for all of us. We ask for her powerful intercession and gentle guidance as we face...Posted: May-11-2023 -
Canadian Bishops Address Assisted Suicide LegislationThe Permanent Council of the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops (CCCB) have issued an Open Letter to the Government of Canada as well as a Message to the Catholic Faithful regarding federal legislation which, by March 17, 2024, will permit...Posted: May-09-2023 -
Gospel Reflection for the Fifth Sunday of EasterThe Catechism says that “the faithful exercise their baptismal priesthood through their participation, each according to his own vocation, in Christ's mission as priest, prophet, and king.” The primary and essential act that priests perform is to...Posted: May-06-2023 -
OUR LADY OF FATIMA FEAST DAYPlease join us in honouring Our Lady of Fatima on Saturday, May 13th beginning with the rosary at 4:30 pm followed by Holy Mass and litany. All are welcome. Prayer to Our Lady of Fatima Most Holy Virgin who...Posted: May-06-2023
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NATIONAL FAMILY & LIFE WEEKNational Family & Life Week, May 7th to 14th, is an invitation from the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops to the faithful in Canada to celebrate the joy and beauty of family and life by seeking out new and creative...Posted: May-06-2023
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Cardinal Collins Celebrates 50 Years of PriesthoodHis Eminence, Cardinal Thomas Collins, Archbishop-Emeritus of Toronto, today celebrates his 50th anniversary of ordination to the priesthood. Born and raised in Guelph, Ontario, Collins obtained a Bachelor of Arts (English) from St. Jerome College in Waterloo in 1969...Posted: May-05-2023 -
Archbishop Leo's Message for Catholic Education WeekCatholic Education Week 2023 takes place from April 30 – May 5. The theme for this year is: We are many, we are one. Please see below a letter issued by Archbishop Francis Leo: My dear friends, Christus resurrexit...Posted: May-01-2023 -
Gospel Reflection for the 4th Sunday of EasterFaithful shepherds labour for their flock by journeying with them, seeking out the lost sheep and defending them from any ravaging predators. As Christians we are called to imitate Christ in all things including being a shepherd, which means we...Posted: Apr-29-2023
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SHARELIFE SUNDAYMay 30th is ShareLife Sunday, and we also celebrate the World Day of Prayer for Vocations on this day. When you support ShareLife, you support and help educate our future priests. Through ShareLife, you invested in our Church’s...Posted: Apr-29-2023
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WORLD DAY OF PRAYER FOR VOCATIONSWorld Day of Prayer for Vocations | April 30 As Catholics, we firmly believe that God has a plan for our lives! He calls some to marriage, some to the priesthood, and others to religious life or to live as generous...Posted: Apr-29-2023
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International Workers' DayInternational Workers’ Day is celebrated on May 1st in many countries. This can be a day to recognize the value of human work, defend the dignity of working people, encourage all to be responsible in their work, and celebrate...Posted: Apr-29-2023
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Clergy Changes 2023Below is the list of clergy changes for 2023. RETIREMENT Rev. Peter Chin, C.Ss.R. – June 28, 2023Redemptorists Religious Community Rev. Paul Hancko – June 28, 2023c/o 1155 Yonge Street, Suite 304, Toronto Rev. John Lung...Posted: Apr-28-2023 -
Online Faith Formation Study OpportunityIn partnership with the University of Dayton in Ohio, the Archdiocese of Toronto is offering a discounted rate for the upcoming cycle of online courses and seminars offered by the Virtual Learning Community for Faith Formation at the University of...Posted: Apr-26-2023 -
GOSPEL REFLECTION FOR THE THIRD SUNDAY OF EASTERJust like the disciples from the Gospel, our hearts should burn within us from the presence and love of God that we experience in Mass. The disciples rushed back to the others in Jerusalem “that same hour” and...Posted: Apr-22-2023
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A NOTE OF THANKS / OUT OF THE COLDLast Wednesday, our St. Brigid's Out of the Cold Program served its final serving of hot meals for the 2022/2023 winter. From November 17 to April 13, over 21 weeks, 1,866 meals were served. Our guests and...Posted: Apr-22-2023
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SECOND SHARELIFE COLLECTION WEEKEND | APRIL 29/30Next week, we will be holding the second collection in our parish’s ShareLife campaign. We ask for your kind generosity and support once again. As Catholics, we are called to care for one another – and especially for...Posted: Apr-22-2023
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MENTAL HEALTH IN THE FAITH COMMUNITIES' AWARENESS SUNDAYOn Sunday, May 7, 2023, Catholics throughout the Archdiocese are encouraged to participate in Mental Health in the Faith Communities Awareness Sunday. The special focus for this day is to raise awareness in our parish communities of the importance of...Posted: Apr-22-2023
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Archbishop Leo’s Visit to Presentation ManorOn April 15, Archbishop Francis Leo spent the day with the residents of Presentation Manor, a non-profit senior’s residence in Scarborough, Ont. Presentation Manor boasts an entirely unique feature in its residents: about half of them are...Posted: Apr-20-2023 -
Gospel Reflection for Divine Mercy SundayAs good stewards of Christ, we should first accept the mercy of God in our lives and then share it with others through our acts. Some spiritual works of mercy we can begin to cultivate are to “instruct the...Posted: Apr-15-2023
