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The 3rd Sunday of AdventAdvent Confessions are available on: Monday, December 12th 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., Wednesday, December 14th 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. and Friday, December 16th 2:00 p.m. to 4:00...Posted: Dec-07-2022 -
The 2nd Sunday in Advent2022 CHRISTMAS MARKET SUCCESS! A big thank you to all of those who participated and supported this year's Christmas Market. The vendors, patrons, Catholic Women’s League and The Knights of Columbus, Council 1626 who provided a complimentary...Posted: Nov-30-2022 -
Preparing our Hearts for AdventWhile Advent is the start of a new liturgical year, it has evolved to become many different things for different people. What is the real meaning of Advent? How can I allow this season to bring me closer to God...Posted: Nov-29-2022 -
The pandemic, mental health and Catholic priestsHow has the pandemic affected the well-being of priests? Three priest researchers from the Southdown Institute in partnership with an economics researcher from the Catholic University of Eichstaett-Ingolstadt in Germany studied the implications of priests as frontline workers...Posted: Nov-28-2022 -
1st Sunday of AdventPraying 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: Nov-24-2022 -
Ministries of Care Offers Hope Amidst LossDuring the month of November, we pray for all the souls of the faithful departed. The bereavement ministry is a ministry of care. Parish bereavement ministers reach out to parishioners who have had a loved one die in the past...Posted: Nov-23-2022 -
Christ the KingLUX VITAE Saturday, November 26th from 11:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m. You are invited to attend our Christmas Market held indoor and outdoor this year! The Catholic Women’s League and other vendors will be...Posted: Nov-18-2022 -
33rd Sunday in Ordinary TimeSHEPHERD’S TRUST COLLECTION TODAY The mission of The Shepherds’ Trust is to help ensure that elderly and disabled priests are provided with sufficient financial resources to lead a dignified life after many years of ministry. Your...Posted: Nov-10-2022 -
A Faithful ShepherdIn light of the annual Shepherds' Trust collection for retired priests taking place this weekend (Nov. 12/13), here's a look at how Fr. Vitaliano Papais continues to serve the community as a faithful shepherd. Retirement is typically...Posted: Nov-09-2022 -
Red Wednesday: United with our Persecuted Brothers and SistersPontifical Charity Aid to the Church in Need (ACN)’s annual Red Wednesday campaign — taking place on November 16 this year — aims to shed light on the persecution and discrimination of Christians around the world. ACN&rsquo...Posted: Nov-08-2022 -
32nd Sunday in Ordinary TimeThe mission of The Shepherds’ Trust is to help ensure that elderly and disabled priests are provided with sufficient financial resources to lead a dignified life after many years of ministry. Your generous gift will help our priests to...Posted: Nov-03-2022 -
31st Sunday in Ordinary TimePraying 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: Oct-27-2022 -
Mother Teresa: No Greater LoveTo mark the 25th anniversary of Mother Teresa’s death, the Knights of Columbus produced the film Mother Teresa: No Greater Love – a tribute to this spiritual icon. Below, Director and Writer David Naglieri weighs in on the...Posted: Oct-27-2022 -
30th Sunday in Ordinary TimeToday is World Mission Sunday! This is a worldwide collection for the missionary church and it is our opportunity to assist at-need Catholic communities globally. Offerings are combined with offerings from other Catholics around the world and distributed...Posted: Oct-20-2022 -
The Value of Patristic Studies in the Modern AgeThe leadership at St. Augustine’s Seminary is designing a Licentiate program in Patristics – it will be the first program dedicated to Patristics in Canada when it rolls out in the 2023-2024 academic year. Fr. Robert John...Posted: Oct-18-2022 -
29th Sunday in Ordinary TimePraying 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: Oct-13-2022 -
St. Ann’s Food Bank a Community Staple at Thanksgiving and Year-RoundSt. Ann’s Food Bank is a ministry run through St. Ann’s Parish in downtown Toronto that assists those in need both within the parish and the surrounding area. A member agency of the Daily Bread Food...Posted: Oct-07-2022 -
28th Sunday in Ordinary TimeIf 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 remember in pray those who have died...Posted: Oct-05-2022 -
27th Sunday in Ordinary TimeIndigenous Healing and Reconciliation Fund Special Collection this weekend As part of our ongoing efforts to deeply engage in the journey of healing and reconciliation, the Archdiocese of Toronto has made a firm commitment to provide funds in support of...Posted: Sep-29-2022 -
Celebrating 50 years of the DiaconateSeptember 30 marks the 50th anniversary of the Permanent Diaconate in the Archdiocese of Toronto. Deacon Steve Pitre, Coordinator of Diaconal Ministry, reflects on this special milestone. 1. What celebrations are planned to commemorate this milestone anniversary? We will...Posted: Sep-28-2022
