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Celebrating Nurses this National Nursing WeekThe 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...Posted: May-11-2023 -
Around St. Mary's This Week (May 14, 2023)A Thank you from Archbishop Francis Leo “I write to you with immense gratitude for the outstanding welcoming and outpouring of goodness that was shown to me during the regional Mass at St. Mary’s. I am...Posted: May-11-2023 -
Momentum Catholic Single MothersIn 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...Posted: May-11-2023 -
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Exploring the ‘Gift of Faith and Mental Health’ this MayFr. 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...Posted: May-02-2023 -
Around St. Mary's This Week (30 April 2023)Catholic Education Week — April 30-May 5, 2023 We are proud supporters of publicly funded Catholic Education As we begin Catholic Education Week, we continue to pray for all those who serve in our Catholic education system - Administrative Staff...Posted: Apr-27-2023 -
Around St. Mary's This Week (23 April 2023)Praying for the Sick and Faithful Departed If you or a family member is sick please let us know and we shall add their name to our prayer list which is posted in the gathering space of the church. We...Posted: Apr-21-2023 -
‘Love One Another’ this National Family and Life WeekNational Family and Life Week is taking place from May 7-14 reflecting on the theme of “Love one another. Just as I have loved you, you also should love one another” (John 13:34). Below, Michelle Dabrowski...Posted: Apr-19-2023 -
Strengthening the Fabric of our Faith CommunityIn recognition and appreciation of all volunteers throughout the Archdiocese during National Volunteer Week (April 16-22, 2023) we asked various members of the community about the role of volunteers and how volunteering weaves us together, thereby strengthening the fabric...Posted: Apr-18-2023 -
Around St. Mary's This Week... (16 April 2023)Many have commented on the solemnity of the Easter Liturgies beginning with Palm Sunday and continuing through Holy Week. Thank you to all who ministered: Shannon and the musicians and cantors, the lectors and Eucharistic ministers. Thank you to...Posted: Apr-13-2023 -
Easter Sunday (April 9, 2023)Christ is Risen! Alleluia! For 50 days we celebrate the great feast of Easter! In our parish and homes, we continue to praise our God and celebrate Jesus’ victory over death. Alleluia! As your family gathers...Posted: Apr-07-2023
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Passion (Palm) Sunday - April 2, 2023Prayers for the Sick and Faithful Departed If you or a family member is sick please let us know and we shall add their name to our prayer list which is posted in the gathering space of the church. We...Posted: Mar-30-2023 -
Good Friday Procession Ends Pandemic HiatusFr. Massimo Buttigieg, Pastor at St. Francis of Assisi Parish, reflects on the joy of being able to welcome back Toronto’s Good Friday Procession in Little Italy. 1. What does it mean for the Catholic community to once...Posted: Mar-29-2023 -
Walking Together in Pursuit of Healing and ReconciliationJulia and Adam Kozak, a married couple, reflect on healing and repentance in light of the 2022 papal visit, Pope Francis’ ‘Pilgrimage of Penance.’ Adam, a Lay Pastoral Associate and musician, was the National Project Manager for...Posted: Mar-28-2023 -
The Fifth Sunday of LentThis Weekend is ShareLife Sunday! ShareLife Sunday marks the first collection for our parish’s annual campaign. In the words of Cardinal Collins: “Vulnerable members of our community are relying on you and me to ensure ongoing...Posted: Mar-23-2023 -
Around St. Mary's This Week (19 March 2023)We invite you to attend Stations of the Cross each Friday during Lent at 7:00 p.m. ...Posted: Mar-16-2023 -
Around St. Mary's This Week (12 March 2023)...We invite you to attend Stations of the Cross each Friday during Lent at 7:00 p.m. Prayers for the Sick and Faithful Departed If you or a family member is sick please let us know and...Posted: Mar-13-2023 -
Breaking Barriers: Supporting the Deaf and Hard of Hearing CommunityFor those who are Deaf and hard of hearing, isolation and communication barriers did not just emerge during the pandemic. These individuals are often excluded from their communities as they face stigma and discrimination. On Wednesday, March 8 at...Posted: Mar-08-2023 -
Around St. Mary's This Week....The Season of Lent: The Church reminds us that Lent has two major purposes: It recalls or prepares for baptism and emphasizes a spirit of penance. The emphasis on a spirit of penance assists us in preparing to renew...Posted: Feb-24-2023 -
Seven Things to Know about Ash WednesdayMichelle Brylowski is Associate Director, RCIA and Liturgical Formation, for the Office of Formation for Discipleship. Below, she helps us prepare for Ash Wednesday. 1. What do the ashes on the forehead represent?Biblically, ashes symbolize mourning, mortality and penance...Posted: Feb-21-2023
