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Archbishop Leo's Message for World Day for Grandparents and the ElderlyMessage for World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly His Grace Most Reverend Francis Leo Metropolitan Archbishop of Toronto 28 July 2024 Dear Brothers and Sisters, In 2021 Pope Francis established World Day for...Posted: Jul-15-2024 -
Young Adults Travel to Martyrs’ Shrine to “Reawaken” their Spiritual LivesOn the weekend of June 22-23, 2024, young adults across the Archdiocese of Toronto came together at Martyrs' Shrine in Midland, Ont. for their first ever Spiritus Ministry Retreat: Reawaken. Over 80 participants from all walks of life gathered...Posted: Jul-10-2024 -
Catechist Formation Program Holds Closing Retreat in ScarboroughOn June 22, 2024, participants of the 2023-24 Archdiocese of Toronto Catechist Formation Program (ACFP) gathered at St. Augustine’s Seminary in Scarborough for their closing retreat. The Most Reverend Francis Leo, Metropolitan Archbishop of Toronto celebrated Mass...Posted: Jul-09-2024 -
Young Adult Leaders Hold Year End RetreatOn Sunday June 30, 2024, young adult ministry leaders from Spiritus East, West, York, and Durham region took time out of their long weekend to reflect on the 2023-2024 pastoral ministry season. The core leaders retreat was hosted at...Posted: Jul-04-2024 -
Archbishop Leo Blesses Restored Cemetery at St. John the Evangelist in WestonOn Sunday, June 30, 2024 the Most Reverend Francis Leo, Metropolitan Archbishop of Toronto visited St. John the Evangelist Church in Weston. After celebrating the 11 a.m. Mass, His Grace processed to the Cemetery located behind the Church property...Posted: Jul-04-2024 -
Radiating Christ to the World: Community of the sons and daughters of GodDiego Maratta is a retired permanent deacon of Toronto from St. Benedict Parish in Etobicoke. He is also a consecrated member of a lay monastic community, the “Community of the sons and daughters of God”. The community...Posted: Jul-02-2024 -
Archbishop Leo Hosts Luncheon for Orthodox DelegationOn Wednesday, June 26, the Most Reverend Francis Leo, Metropolitan Archbishop of Toronto hosted a delegation of Orthodox representatives for a luncheon meeting. His Grace was accompanied by the four Auxiliary Bishops of Toronto as well as Fr. Luis Melo...Posted: Jul-02-2024 -
Archbishop Leo Travels to Oshawa ParishesOn Sunday, May 26, 2024, the Most Reverend Francis Leo, Metropolitan Archbishop of Toronto, travelled to St. Gregory the Great Church and Holy Cross Church in Oshawa to celebrate Mass at each parish and administer the Sacraments of First Communion...Posted: Jun-28-2024 -
Worldwide Marriage Encounter ExperienceWhere are you in your marriage journey? Every marriage could use a boost. Learn easy to use communication tools to help enhance your relationship. Our proven program will guide you through practical and private exercises to refresh your wedding vows...Sep-20-2024 to Sep-22-2024 (06:00 PM to 03:30 PM) -
Totus Tuus Missionary Formation: In the Footsteps of the Canadian MartyrsThe following was written by James Cyfko, a seminarian at St. Augustine's Seminary in Toronto currently working as a summer student at the Office of Catholic Youth. Totus Tuus, which translates as “Totally Yours” in English, was...Posted: Jun-26-2024 -
Archbishop Leo's Message for Canada DayMessage for Canada Day 2024 His Grace Most Reverend Francis Leo Metropolitan Archbishop of Toronto Eternal Godwhose reign extends from sea to seaand whose care endures throughout the ages,hear our prayers for our country;grant wisdom...Posted: Jun-26-2024
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Day of Reflection for the National Day for Truth & Reconciliation. Orange shirt day. Led by Fr. Robert Foiliot, SJNational day for Truth and Reconciliaton. A day of reflection for Men & Women. Fr. Robert Foliot, SJ will lead us in reflection and prayer as we walk together with Indigenous People. Suggested offering: $65. Includes lunch and coffee/tea...Sep-30-2024 to Sep-30-2024 (09:00 AM to 03:30 PM) -
Summertime and the Praying is Easy. - Silent Ignatian Retreat for Men and WomenSilent Ignatian Retreat for Men and Women. "Summertime and the Praying is Easy." 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18. Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you...Sep-20-2024 to Sep-22-2024 (07:00 PM to 01:30 PM) -
Growing Close to Jesus & Mary: Images from Scripture & the Spiritual Exercises. A silent Ignatian Retreat for WomenSilent Ignatian Retreat for Women. "Growing Close to Jesus & Mary: Images from Scripture & the Spiritual Exercises." Throughout out his Spiritual Exercises, St Ignatius Loyola features Our Lady with her Son Jesus at key moments of salvation history. Using...Oct-25-2024 to Oct-27-2024 (07:00 PM to 01:30 PM) -
Inside Myself, I Found the Heart of Someone ElseBefore my diaconate ordination, I had the opportunity to make a 30-day retreat called the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius of Loyola with some of my classmates. Each day was comprised of many hours of meditation on the Scriptures...Posted: Jun-24-2024 -
And that's a Wrap! Youth Ministers Review and Reflect on Pastoral Ministry SeasonOn Thursday, June 20, youth ministers from across the Archdiocese of Toronto came together to take a look back at the 2023-2024 pastoral ministry season. Approximately 30 youth ministers participated in the meeting which was facilitated by members of...Posted: Jun-21-2024 -
Taizé-Style PrayerAN EVENT SPONSORED BY THE OFFICE FOR PROMOTING CHRISTIAN UNITY AND RELIGIOUS RELATIONS WITH JUDAISM Taizé style prayer is a simple, meditative form of worship, calling us to dwell deeply on Christ's presence around and within us. Join...Sep-18-2024 to Sep-18-2024 (07:30 PM to 08:30 PM) -
“Who then is this, that even the wind and the sea obey him?”This reflection is based on the readings for the Twelfth Sunday in Ordinary Time—Year B: Job 38: 1-4,8-11; Psalm 107; 2 Corinthians 5: 14, 14-17; and Mark 4: 35-41. One of the scariest...Posted: Jun-20-2024 -
Recognizing the Shared Sacredness of Indigenous and Catholic Traditions and TeachingsJulia and Adam Kozak, a married couple actively involved in bridge-building and peacemaking with Indigenous and non-indigenous peoples, reflect on National Indigenous Peoples Day. Adam, a Lay Pastoral Associate and musician, was the National Project Manager for...Posted: Jun-20-2024 -
Archbishop Leo Visits Sacre-Coeur ParishOn Sunday, June 9, 2024, the Most Reverend Francis Leo, Metropolitan Archbishop of Toronto visited Sacré-Coeur Parish in downtown Toronto to celebrate Mass and administer the sacrament of Confirmation to 19 young parishioners studying at the École...Posted: Jun-19-2024
