Message of His Eminence Cardinal Frank LeoMetropolitan Archbishop of TorontoCanada Day – July 1, 2026
My Dear Brothers and Sisters,
May Jesus and Mary be in your hearts.
In the coming days we will celebrate Canada Day, a time when...
As our city comes alive with the excitement of international soccer this summer, the Archdiocese of Toronto extends a heartfelt welcome to visitors from across Canada and around the world. We find joy in the spirit of unity, diversity and...
2026 Summer Internship
See the Job Description and Requirements for this year's Summer Internship Program. If interested, please send your resume to the parish office no later than noon on Friday, May 15th.
Bereavement Sessions
In person Bereavement Sessions are scheduled for 6 consecutive Tuesdays starting April 7th through May 12th here at St. John of the Cross Parish. All information is confidential.
Grieving is the most difficult of journeys but is the...
Parishioners and their families are invited to join in the Carmelite & Marian Pilgrimage in honour of St. John of the Cross' 300th Anniversary of his canonization.
During this Lent, you are invited to come to a musical production at St. John of the Cross Parish entitled, "From Scripture to Stage."
MARCH 7TH SHOW IS NOW SOLD OUT! Please consider carpooling. Church parking lot space is limited...
On June 30, 2026, the Holy See announced that Pope Leo XIV has appointed Frank Cardinal Leo, Metropolitan Archbishop of Toronto, as a member of the Vatican’s Dicastery for Evangelization, in the Section for First Evangelization and New...
More than 100 Knights, Dames, and guests gathered on June 5 for the Equestrian Order of the Holy Sepulchre’s sold‑out Annual Dinner of the Ordinary, held at Toronto’s historic Albany Club.
As Archbishop of Toronto...
The Archdiocese of Toronto invites the faithful to pray for the people of Venezuela and to support humanitarian relief efforts following the devastating earthquakes that struck the country on June 24. Two powerful earthquakes—a magnitude of 7.2...
On Thursday, June 25, 2026, His Excellency Ivan Bishop Camilleri, together with Fr. Edwin Gonsalves, celebrated Mass and Graduation Closing Ceremonies with faculty, students and parents of St. Michael’s Choir School at St. Michael's Cathedral Basilica. ...
On Monday, June 22, 2026, His Eminence Frank Cardinal Leo, together with Bishop John A. Boissonneau, celebrated Mass with members of the Sovereign Military Order of Malta in St. John’s Chapel at St. Michael's Cathedral Basilica.
The...
On Sunday, June 21, 2026, the Bangladeshi Catholic community of Toronto joyfully celebrated the Feast of St. Anthony of Padua for the 12th consecutive year under the banner of the St. Anthony Community of Bangladesh Ontario (SACBO). The highlight of...
On Saturday, June 13, His Eminence Frank Cardinal Leo celebrated St. Barnabas Parish's 50th Anniversary Mass. It was followed by a festive picnic featuring a complimentary barbecue, games, raffles, and activities for all ages.
The week prior, the parish...
On Friday, June 12, The Sisters of the Sacred Heart of the Incarnate Word, who operate the St. Peter's Child Care Centre in Woodbridge, held a fundraiser to fund the refurbishing of the much-needed kitchen facilities at...
On Friday, June 12 – the Solemnity of the Sacred Heart of Jesus – His Eminence Frank Cardinal Leo met with priests who have been ordained for five years or less as part of the ongoing formation program for Archdiocesan...