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Parish Finance Council Seeking New MembersThe Parish Finance Council is looking to welcome 3 new members as some present members are currently finishing their terms of service. The finance council is a consultative group of lay persons established to inform the Pastor in matters pertaining...Posted: Oct-29-2024 -
Message for All Souls Day from Archbishop LeoMessage of His Grace Most Reverend Francis LeoMetropolitan Archbishop of Toronto All Souls Day – 2 November 2024 Praying for the Souls of the Faithful Departed Dear Brothers and Sisters in the Lord, May Jesus and Mary be in...Posted: Oct-29-2024 -
Remembering the Faithful Departed in the Month of NovemberThe Book of the Names of the Dead is available for those who wish to write the names of their loved ones. The book is located on the counter near the church entrance. On All Souls’ Day and especially...Posted: Oct-28-2024 -
Pope Francis Releases Encyclical on the Sacred Heart of JesusIn his latest encyclical, Dilexit Nos (Latin for “He Loves Us”), Pope Francis dedicates this pastoral letter to the human and divine love of the Sacred Heart of Jesus. As the Holy Father writes, “His...Posted: Oct-24-2024 -
Urgent appeal for support in Lebanon—Joint call for help and prayersWith the support of the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops (CCCB), Aid to the Church in Need Canada (ACN), Catholic Near East Welfare Association (CNEWA) Canada, and Development and Peace ― Caritas Canada (DPCC) are launching an appeal for...Posted: Oct-16-2024 -
Unpacking the Synod on Synodality – November 10, 2024Join us for a panel discussion to help unpack the Synod on Synodality. The three-year process of listening and dialogue, undertaken between 2021 and 2024, has garnered participation from Catholics worldwide. Moderated by Dr. Josephine Lombardi, panelists include...Posted: Oct-15-2024 -
Liturgy of the Word for ChildrenLiturgy of the Word for Children has resumed on Sundays at the 11:00 am Mass. The ministry is intended for children between ages 3-7 years old. After the opening prayer, children who wish to attend are invited to...Posted: Oct-14-2024 -
St. Teresa’s Parish Celebrates 100 Year AnniversaryOn October 6, 2024, the Most Reverend Francis Leo, Metropolitan Archbishop of Toronto traveled to Etobicoke, Ont. to celebrate Mass at St. Teresa’s Parish on the occasion of their 100th anniversary. According to the parish’s website...Posted: Oct-12-2024 -
Thanksgiving Message from Archbishop Leo2024 Thanksgiving Message of Most Rev. Francis LeoMetropolitan Archbishop of Toronto Brothers and Sisters in the Lord, May Jesus and Mary be in your souls. I would like to take this opportunity to wish everyone in the Archdiocese of...Posted: Oct-08-2024 -
Canadian Bishops Invite Faithful to Pray and Fast for PeaceThe Most Rev. William T. McGrattan, Bishop of Calgary and Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops (CCCB) President released the following invitation for the Catholic faithful in Canada to pray and fast for peace: During this month of October dedicated to...Posted: Oct-07-2024
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Pope Francis Elevates Archbishop Francis Leo to the College of CardinalsPope Francis has announced that Metropolitan Archbishop of Toronto, the Most Rev. Francis Leo will be elevated to the College of Cardinals. The announcement came at the conclusion of the Holy Father’s Sunday Angelus in Rome. The Holy...Posted: Oct-06-2024 -
Over 100 university and college students participate in a walking pilgrimage at Martyrs’ ShrineContinuing an annual tradition, over 100 university and college students recently participated in a walking pilgrimage at the Martyrs’ Shrine. On Saturday, Sept. 28, 2024 the eight campus ministries of the Archdiocese of Toronto joined the community at the...Posted: Oct-04-2024 -
Altar Servers NeededWe need new Altar Servers to serve at all weekend masses. Anyone over the age of seven who has made their First Communion are welcome! Please see Fr. Tom after any mass.Posted: Oct-03-2024 -
Horizons of Hope ProgramHorizons of Hope is a program developed by the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops to help us make informed decisions about end-of-life issues. In response to the increasing promotion of Medical Assistance in Dying (MAiD) and recent efforts...Posted: Oct-03-2024 -
Archbishop Leo's Message for October: Month of the Holy Rosary and of the MissionsHis Grace Most Reverend Francis LeoMetropolitan Archbishop of Toronto 2024 Message for October: Month of the Holy Rosary and of the Missions Dear Brothers and Sisters in the Lord, May Jesus and Mary be in your souls. Our annual...Posted: Oct-02-2024
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Good Shepherd Thanksgiving Food DriveGood Shepherd Ministries has begun their Thanksgiving Food Drive in order to help provide meals for homeless and at-risk individuals. Each day they serve upward of 1,000 meals each day. The following are the most needed items: Tuna...Posted: Oct-02-2024 -
New Youth Ministers and Youth Ministries Taking Flight in the ArchdioceseThe fall of 2024 is going to be a bit busier at some parishes in the archdiocese as 13 new parishes are poised to start up youth ministry for the first time, and 11 new youth ministers take up the...Posted: Oct-01-2024 -
Children Preparing for First Communion & ConfirmationPosted: Oct-01-2024Last Opportunity! (Deadline on October 27, 2024)Children looking to celebrate the Sacraments of First Reconciliation, First Communion (Grade 2 and up) and Confirmation (Grade 7 and up) during the academic year at St. Patrick's Toronto are to be... -
2024 National Day of Truth and Reconciliation Statement from the Canadian Conference of Catholic BishopsOn the occasion of the 2024 National Day of Truth and Reconciliation, the Executive Committee of the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops released the following statement: In solemn prayer and reflection, the Executive Committee of the Canadian Conference of Catholic...Posted: Sep-30-2024
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The Archdiocese Celebrates the Solemnity of Saint Michael with the Inaugural Saint Michael Award RecipientsOn September 29, the Most Rev. Francis Leo, Metropolitan Archbishop of Toronto, celebrated Mass at Saint Michael’s Cathedral Basilica as part of celebrations marking the Solemnity of Saint Michael, patron saint of the archdiocese. The celebration also provided...Posted: Sep-29-2024
