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Red Wednesday: For Persecuted Christians WorldwideFor almost ten years now, Red Wednesday has been a must-attend international event for a growing number of Christians around the world. "Not only do our national offices raise awareness among Catholics, as well as the benefactors and friends...Posted: Nov-10-2023 -
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...Posted: Oct-19-2023 -
2023 BOOK OF LIFESubmit online the names of your deceased loved ones to be included in prayers on All Souls Day and throughout the month of November. Their names will be printed and added into the Book of Life placed in front of...Posted: Oct-17-2023 -
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...Posted: Oct-12-2023 -
Archbishop Leo Invites Faithful to Join in Novena to Saint Michael – Sept. 20 – 28, 2023Archbishop Leo is inviting the Catholic community throughout the archdiocese to join in offering a novena to Saint Michael the Archangel (Patron Saint of the Archdiocese of Toronto), leading up to the Solemnity of Saint Michael on September 29, 2023...Posted: Sep-12-2023 -
A Convert’s Guide to the Month of the Most Sacred Heart of JesusThe Church dedicates the month of June to the Sacred Heart of Jesus, one of the most popular Catholic devotions throughout the world. So what is the Sacred Heart, anyway? When Catholics talk about the Sacred Heart we’re...Posted: Jun-01-2023 -
Exploring the ‘Gift of Faith and Mental Health’ this MayFr. Stephan Kappler is the President and Chief Psychologist of Southdown Institute. In light of the upcoming day dedicated to raising awareness of mental health across the the archdiocese, he shares with readers some of the strong connections between faith...Posted: May-02-2023 -
PARISH PRAYER GROUP MEETING TOPIC: VIRTUE OF OBEDIENCEThe Parish Prayer Group is inviting you to their Prayer Group Meeting on April 21st. Hope you can make it!Posted: Apr-16-2023 -
A Gift of Prayer for Pope FrancisIn recognition of the tenth anniversary of the pontificate of Pope Francis on March 13, an online prayer initiative has been created. All are welcome to participate in offering one or more Hail Marys for Pope Francis on or before...Posted: Mar-10-2023 -
National Association of Catholic Nurses-Canada: Aligning Personal Lives and Professional PracticeHelen McGee is the President of the National Association of Catholic Nurses-Canada. As we approach World Day of the Sick on Sunday, February 11, she reflects on the special vocation of nurses and how the organization helps to foster...Posted: Feb-09-2023 -
Cardinal Collins asks faithful to pray for Pope Emeritus Benedict XVIIn a brief statement, Cardinal Thomas Collins, Archbishop of Toronto, has invited the faithful to join in prayer for Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI. Cardinal Collins stated: "Let us all join in prayer for Pope Emeritus Benedict in his grave illness...Posted: Dec-28-2022 -
Advent – A Time of Liturgical RenewalAs we make our Christmas preparations, plan holiday activities and catch up with old friends, our hearts are filled with memories of the past and our minds draft fresh resolutions for the future. We anticipate. We are hopeful. We feel...Posted: Dec-19-2022 -
Reflection on the Role of Bishop from Cardinal Thomas CollinsOn Monday, December 12, 2022, Fr. Gary Franken of the Archdiocese of Vancouver, B.C. was ordained to the episcopate and installed as the new Bishop of St. Paul, Alberta. Cardinal Thomas Collins, Archbishop of Toronto, gave the homily at...Posted: Dec-14-2022 -
Travelling Mary and St. Joseph: A Catholic Alternative to Elf on the ShelfKasia Ryba is a Catholic wife and mother who belongs to her local Catholic Moms Group. She has been a speaker at ‘Calling All Girls: An Evening for Mothers and Daughters’ and has spoken on Midday Moms, a...Posted: Dec-07-2022
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Red Wednesday: United with our Persecuted Brothers and SistersPontifical Charity Aid to the Church in Need (ACN)’s annual Red Wednesday campaign — taking place on November 16 this year — aims to shed light on the persecution and discrimination of Christians around the world. ACN&rsquo...Posted: Nov-08-2022 -
Ukrainian Catholic Bishops Call for Prayer, Fasting, and ActionIn a pastoral letter, the Ukrainian Catholic bishops of Canada invite people to pray, fast, and act in support of their brothers and sisters in Ukraine. The bishops express the view that, like the crises the Ukrainian people have experienced...Posted: Oct-21-2022 -
NOVENA TO OUR LADY OF MOUNT CARMELPosted: Jul-06-2022 -
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Understanding Catholics' Favourite PrayerIn light of the month of Mary, Dr. Josephine Lombardi, Associate Professor of Systematic and Pastoral Theology at St. Augustine's Seminary, offers an overview, history and tips for praying the rosary, with some excerpts from Living with the Rosary...Posted: May-26-2022 -
Archdiocese of Toronto to Celebrate the Ordination of Four PriestsOn Saturday, May 14, 2022 at 10 a.m., His Eminence Thomas Cardinal Collins, Archbishop of Toronto, will ordain our four transitional deacons, Rev. Mr. Alexander D'Silva, Rev. Mr. Eduardo Lopez, Rev. Mr. Adam Pantaleo...Posted: May-12-2022
