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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...
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Seventh Sunday of Easter May 21, 2023
Readings: Acts 1.1-11, Ephesians 1.17-23. Mathew 28.16-20
After the Lord’s Ascension, humanity has had a place – the place of honour – at the right hand of God for all eternity. Jesus...
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SIXTH SUNDAY OF EASTER May 14, 2023
Readings: Acts 8.5-8,14-17, 1Peter 3.15-18, John 14.15-21
In this Sunday’s episode, we have a sense of the seriousness of this crisis and the politics of the early Church. On the...
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Celebrating Nurses this National Nursing Week
The National Association of Catholic Nurses-Canada joined its international friends in honouring nurses at Nurses’ Week this year. We resumed in-person celebrations, inviting our members to host get-togethers for nurses in their parishes. This gave nurses...
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Momentum Catholic Single Mothers
In 2015, Pope Francis wrote to a single mother, acknowledging the difficulties single mothers face because of the existing stigma against them. “I know it's not easy to be a single mother,” Pope Francis said. “I...
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Archbishop Leo's Message for Life
My 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...
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Canadian Bishops Address Assisted Suicide Legislation
The 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...
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Fifth Sunday of Easter May 7, 2023
Readings: Acts 6.1-7, 1Peter 2.4-9, John 14.1-12
The Gospel reading of today calls us to reflect on the purpose of life. Purpose can guide our life’s decisions, influence our behaviour, shape...
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Exploring the ‘Gift of Faith and Mental Health’ this May
Fr. 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...
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Clergy Changes 2023
Below 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...
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Fourth Sunday of Easter April 30, 2023
Readings: Acts of the Apostles 2:14a,36-41, Peter 2:20b-25, John 10:1-10
This fourth Sunday of the Easter season is sometimes called Good Shepherd . Throughout John’s Gospel the Pharisees fail to accept Jesus...
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Archbishop Leo’s Visit to Presentation Manor
On 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...