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Renew Toronto Conference for Young Adults a “Moving and Uplifting” ExperienceThe Office of Catholic Youth (OCY) of the Archdiocese of Toronto held their annual “Renew Toronto” conference for young adults on Saturday, November 4, 2023. The Most Rev. Francis Leo, Archbishop of Toronto, was on hand to...Tuesday, November 14, 2023 -
Archbishop Leo visits Legacy Society at St. Paul’s Basilica; U of T Students in MississaugaHis Grace, the Most Rev. Francis Leo, Archbishop of Toronto, recently visited St. Paul’s Basilica in downtown Toronto to celebrate Mass for members of the Legacy Society. In his homily. Archbishop Leo spoke about the importance of prayer...Thursday, November 09, 2023 -
"Concrete Ways to Renew Practices in Family Holiness" Webinar Recording ReleasedThe Standing Committee for Family and Life of the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops (CCCB) have shared the video recording from their webinar titled, "Concrete Ways to Renew Practices in Family Holiness." The webinar featured Msgr. Philippe Bordeyne, President of...Tuesday, November 07, 2023 -
Pope Francis on Solemnity of All Saints: “Holiness is a Gift and a Journey”Pope Francis addressed the faithful pilgrims gathered in Saint Peter’s Square at midday Wednesday, on the Solemnity of All Saints, and spoke about holiness as a gift from God, and as a journey. “Holiness is a gift...Wednesday, November 01, 2023 -
Archdiocesan Consultation Underway – Share Your Ideas to assist with future planning!Archbishop Francis Leo is inviting the Catholic community to share thoughts and ideas regarding future pastoral planning in the Archdiocese of Toronto. Feedback will help inform a renewed Pastoral Plan to be used in the years ahead. To learn more...Tuesday, October 31, 2023 -
Letter and Synthesis Report Issued at Conclusion of First Synod SessionSunday, October 29 marked the end of the first session of the 16th Ordinary General Assembly of the Synod of Bishops, titled the “Synod on Synodality,” with Pope Francis celebrating the closing Mass in St. Peter’s...Monday, October 30, 2023 -
New Scholarships Announced by Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of TorontoCatholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Toronto (CCAT) have announced the creation of new scholarships to support learners from a host of different backgrounds and capacities including newcomers and people seeking refuge in Canada, outstanding youth, and adults continuing their...Monday, October 23, 2023 -
Registration Open for Canadian Bishops' Webinar SeriesIn November 2023, the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops (CCCB) Office for Evangelization and Catechesis will host a webinar series, titled "The Four Constitutions of Vatican II" inviting leaders of catechesis and evangelization to reflect on the Four Constitutions of...Friday, October 20, 2023 -
Pope Declares October 27 to be a Day of Fasting, Penance and Prayer for Peace in the WorldDuring his general audience on Wednesday, His Holiness, Pope Francis declared that Friday, October 27, is to be a day of fasting, penance and prayer for peace. The Holy Father invited, "the various Christian confessions, members of other religious...Thursday, October 19, 2023 -
Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops Elect New ExecutiveThe Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops (CCCB) held its biennial election to determine the new members the Executive Committee and Permanent Council. The Most Reverend William T. McGrattan, Bishop of Calgary was elected as President, and the Most Reverend Pierre...Monday, October 16, 2023 -
Archbishop Leo Visits Missionaries of Charity, St. Padre Pio ParishHis Grace, the Most Rev. Francis Leo, Archbishop of Toronto recently attended the Missionaries of Charity’s Mother Teresa Festival. The Missionaries of Charity Sisters are a religious community founded by Mother Teresa (now St. Teresa of Calcutta) in...Monday, October 16, 2023 -
Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops President Issues a Plea For Peace in the Holy LandThe Most Rev. William McGrattan, president of the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops (CCCB), has issued a statement urging the Catholic faithful in Canada to unite in prayer for peace in the Middle East. “Over these last few days...Thursday, October 12, 2023 -
Pope Francis Prays for Peace in Middle EastEarlier today, Pope Francis asked for prayers for sustained peace in the Middle East. "I am following apprehensively and sorrowfully what is happening in Israel where the violence has exploded even more ferociously, causing hundreds of deaths and casualties...Sunday, October 08, 2023 -
Thanksgiving Message from Archbishop LeoMy dear Brothers and Sisters in the Lord Jesus, On this Thanksgiving weekend, I wish to extend my prayerful best wishes to the entire Catholic community throughout the Archdiocese of Toronto and to all persons of good will. It is...Friday, October 06, 2023 -
Pope Publishes Apostolic Exhortation: Laudate DeumOn the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi, His Holiness, Pope Francis has released his latest reflection, entitled, “Laudate Deum.” The Apostolic Exhortation follows up on the Holy Father’s 2015 encyclical, Laudato Si’ and focuses...Wednesday, October 04, 2023 -
Archbishop Leo Makes Pastoral Visits to St. Francis Table, St. Joseph and St. Elizabeth ParishesArchbishop Francis Leo continued his travels across the archdiocese to meet the faithful with recent trips to Thornhill and around the City of Toronto. His Grace met up with the Franciscans in Parkdale, celebrated an anniversary in Thornhill and helped...Tuesday, October 03, 2023 -
1,500 Catholics Celebrate Solemnity of Saint Michael, Conferral of Pallium Upon Archbishop LeoMore than 1,500 Catholics from across the Archdiocese of Toronto came together on September 29 to celebrate the Solemnity of Saint Michael and the Conferral of the Pallium upon the Archbishop of Toronto, the Most Rev. Francis Leo. 15...Sunday, October 01, 2023 -
Canadian Bishops Release Statement for National Day of Truth and ReconciliationThe Executive Committee of the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops (CCCB) today released a statement to the Catholic faithful on the occasion of the 2023 National Day of Truth and Reconciliation. In the statement, the Bishops welcome the day as...Saturday, September 30, 2023 -
International Conference Seeks to Enhance Ministry to Indigenous CatholicsRepresentatives from Catholic Indigenous organizations and Bishops from Canada, the United States, Australia and New Zealand came together last week for the International Conference on Catholic Indigenous Ministry (ICCI). Hosted by the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops’ Subcommittee...Tuesday, September 26, 2023 -
Daughters of St. Mary of Leuca and Paroisse Assomption de Notre-Dame Welcome Archbishop LeoOn September 15, on the occasion of the Feast of Our Lady of Sorrows, the Most Rev. Francis Leo, Archbishop of Toronto visited the Daughters of St. Mary of Leuca in Markham, ON. The Sisters, who operate a daycare as...Monday, September 25, 2023
