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Lent and Penance
The season of Lent begins on Wednesday March 2nd, 2022. During Lent, the Church encourages that penance is to be considered an important requirement of the Christian Life. Fulfillment of this requirement involves prayer, works of piety and charity, and...
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Ashadeep Thank You 2022
Once more the parishioners of St. Patrick’s Parish have expressed their ongoing, generous support for Ashadeep Centre for the Disabled in North India. In spite of the restrictions of the pandemic $10, 300.00 was raised in...
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Statement from the CCCB on the Russian Invasion of Ukraine
The Executive Committee of the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops (CCCB) condemns the escalation of tensions and violence in the Ukraine marked by Russia’s invasion, which was seen today, Thursday, February 24, 2022, in the form of militarization...
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Quick Update on COVID-19 Restrictions
On Thursday, February 17, the Government of Ontario will once again be easing some COVID-19 restrictions. In some settings, this will mean greater capacity numbers. However, in places of worship that do not require proof of vaccination, there is...
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Celebrate Marriage This Sunday
Marriage is a cornerstone of life, society and the Church. And although the Holy Spirit is always with us, married life isn’t always easy. As Pope Francis wrote in a 2021 letter to married couples:
Marriage, as...
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15th Anniversary of Cardinal Collins’ Installation Mass
The past few weeks have been a time to mark a number of major milestones in Cardinal Thomas Collins’ life. Sunday, January 30, presents another important anniversary in Cardinal Collins’ ministry: the 15th anniversary of his installation Mass...
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Day of Prayer for Peace in Ukraine
At the conclusion of the Sunday Angelus, Pope Francis expressed his concern over the rising tension along the Russian-Ukrainian border. The Holy Father has asked all people of goodwill to pray for peace in Ukraine on Wednesday, January 26...
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Join Cardinal Collins in Praying for Christian Unity
The Week of Prayer for Christian Unity (January 18 to 25) is an important time to reflect on the common bonds that bring us together as believers in Christ, rather than what pulls us apart. It should be the hope...
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Happy 75th Birthday Cardinal Collins
As Cardinal Thomas Collins turns 75 on January 16, he knows that God has been with him every step of the way.
“There is so much to be grateful for, and certainly being called by our Lord to serve...
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Update on Provincial Restrictions for Places of Worship
On Wednesday, January 5, the Government of Ontario implemented new restrictions to slow the spread of the COVID-19 Omicron variant. These new restrictions have placed a 50 per cent capacity limit on places of worship.
This announcement should not...
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Update on Christmas Masses from the Archdiocese of Toronto
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We pray that you and your loved ones are safe...
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Remember a Gift for ShareLife This Christmas
As we enter a new stage of the pandemic, we may feel tempted to despair. But Advent is a season of hope – a hope that invites the Lord to transform our hearts and, through us, our communities. We can...
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Peter Stockland Named New Publisher of ‘The Catholic Register’
The Catholic Register’s board of directors has appointed veteran journalist Peter Stockland as publisher.
Stockland, who has been a regular Register columnist for more than 10 years, takes over responsibility for the editorial and business operations of the...