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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...
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Passion (Palm) Sunday - April 2, 2023
Prayers 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...
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Good Friday Procession Ends Pandemic Hiatus
Fr. 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...
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Walking Together in Pursuit of Healing and Reconciliation
Julia 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...
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The Fifth Sunday of Lent
This 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...
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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...
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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...
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Seven Things to Know about Ash Wednesday
Michelle 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...
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Lent Begins on February 22
ASH WEDNESDAY: February 22nd marks the beginning of Lent. There will be Mass at 12:10 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. Each will include the distribution of ashes. Ash Wednesday is a day of...
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The Christian Origins of St. Valentine’s Day
Dr. Cynthia Cameron is Assistant Professor of Religious Education and the Patrick and Barbara Keenan Chair in Religious Education at the Faculty of Theology. Below, she shares a snapshot of the religious beginnings of Valentine’s Day.
1. What...
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6th Sunday in Ordinary Time
World Day of Prayer for the Sick
Each year the Church celebrates the Feast of Our Lady of Lourdes on February 11. This day is also the World Day of Prayer for the Sick.
This year...
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5th Sunday in Ordinary Time (5 February 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...
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4th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Prayers for our 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.
Please...
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Strengthening the Marriage Bond through Service to Others
Lito and Arlene Martin have been married for 40 years. Members of the “Bukas Loob sa Diyos (BLD) Covenant Community” – a Catholic charismatic community – the couple reflects on how their marriage has been enriched by participation...
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Epiphany of the Lord
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...
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The Solemnity of Mary, the Holy Mother of God
With best wishes for the coming year
As we celebrate The Solemnity of Mary, The Mother of God, we reflect with gratitude that we are able to gather in person to celebrate our Faith. We have so much to be...