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Synodal Working Document Released
The General Secretariat of the Synod recently rereleased the Instrumentum Laboris for the first session of the 16th Ordinary General Assembly of the Synod of Bishops. The working document, which is derived from the material collected during the phase of...
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Mass & Reception for National Indigenous Peoples Day
On June 21, 2023, Archbishop Leo presided at Mass in honour of National Indigenous Peoples Day. The celebration took place at St. Ann’s Parish, home for many years to the Native People’s Mission in the Archdiocese...
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Archbishop Leo Visits St. Benedict Parish in Etobicoke
In his ongoing efforts to meet the faithful of the archdiocese, Archbishop Francis Leo traveled to St. Benedict parish in Etobicoke to commemorate the Feast of Mary Help of Christians on May 24, 2023.
Archbishop Leo had the opportunity...
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12th SUNDAY ORDINARY TIME - JUNE 25, 2023
Readings: Jeremiah 20.10-13 , Romans5.12-15 , Mathew 10.26-33
In today’s gospel reading, Jesus says: ‘What I say to you in the dark, tell in the daylight; what you hear in whispers, proclaim from...
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Recognizing Dignity on National Indigenous Peoples Day
Julia and Adam Kozak, a married couple involved in bridge-building and peacemaking with Indigenous and non-indigenous peoples, reflect on National Indigenous Peoples Day. Adam, a Lay Pastoral Associate and musician, was the National Project Manager for the Programs...
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Bishop Nicola De Angelis Dies at Age 84
Bishop Nicola De Angelis, Bishop emeritus of Peterborough and former Auxiliary Bishop of Toronto, passed away June 16 in Montefiascone, Villa Santa Margarita Hospital in Italy. He was 84.
The late bishop’s funeral took place this past Saturday...
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11th SUNDAY ORDINARY TIME JUNE 18, 2023
Readings: Exodus 19:2-6a, Romans 5:6-11, Mathew 9:36-10:8
Sometimes in the past, the work of evangelizing or sharing our faith by preaching was regarded as belonging only to bishops, priests and religious. The lay...
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Solemnity of Corpus Christi
Readings: Deu 8: 2-3.14-16; 2Cor 20: 16-17; Jh 6: 51-58
According to Pope Francis, “The Eucharist is not just a weekly way of celebrating our faith, but should radically affect our relationship with others...
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Archbishop Leo Visits Lake House Palliative Care Centre
In recent days, Archbishop Leo had the opportunity to visit and bless the Lake House Palliative Care Centre, one of the newest and most transformative palliative care facilities in Canada.
The new centre will provide compassionate care for both patients...
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The Most Holy Trinity June 4, 2023
Readings: Exodus 34.4b-6,8-9, 2Corinthians 13.11-13, John 3.16-18
In the name of God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Amen.
When we say that God is Trinity, we are really saying that “God...
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An Incredible Journey of Faith and Nursing
As National Nurses Month wraps up, nurse and author Margaret Price reflects on her life's journey guided by faith -- and all the opportunities the field of nursing opened up to her.
1. Through your involvement in helping to start...
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Memorial of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Mother of the Church
Beginning in 2018, the Monday after Pentecost has been observed as the Memorial of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Mother of the Church. This day reminds us how Jesus willed that the divine maternity be extended to all men and women...
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Shining a Spotlight on the Ministry with Maturing Adults
The month of June is dedicated to Adult Faith Formation for the ministries of the Office of Formation for Discipleship. It is also Seniors’ Month in Ontario. This office is committed to help parishes support all adults to grow...
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PENTECOST SUNDAY MAY 28, 2023
Readings: Acts 2.1-11 , 1Cor. 12.3b-7,12-13, John 20.19-23
Today is “Pentecost Sunday,” Although today we end the Easter Season, it is also a reminder of starting something new, for Pentecost...