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Papal Visit to Canada: Walking Together – One Year LaterThe Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops (CCCB) looks back on the one-year anniversary of the historic “penitential pilgrimage” of Pope Francis to Canada last summer which marked an important step toward “walking together” in the...Posted: Jul-26-2023 -
Renew, Recharge and Journey: Retreat Centres to Visit this SummerSummer is a great time to sit back and relax. Long, warm and bright summer days really allow us to enjoy the season – especially after so many months in the cold. It’s also an ideal opportunity to...Posted: Jul-26-2023 -
Reflections on the Papal Visit, One Year LaterWritten by John Ecker One year ago, Pope Francis made his penitential pilgrimage to Canada. The theme of his visit was "Walking Together." At the outset of his journey, in Maskwacis, Alberta, His Holiness said, "I am sorry. I ask...Posted: Jul-25-2023 -
A Joyful Encounter Between the Young and OldThe World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly will be celebrated on Sunday July 23, close to the Feast of Sts. Joachim and Anne, the grandparents of Jesus. Pope Francis “renews his invitation to everyone – dioceses, parishes, associations...Posted: Jul-21-2023 -
The Gift of GrandparenthoodArchdiocese of Toronto parishioner Cindy Tracey, a grandmother of 24 (soon to be 25) grandkids, reflects on her unique role in light of the third World Day of Grandparents and the Elderly on July 23. Cindy's...Posted: Jul-19-2023 -
Pope Francis Announces the Names of 21 New CardinalsOn Sunday, July 9, 2023, Pope Francis announced plans to add 21 new Cardinals to serve the faithful throughout the world. The Holy Father said that he will hold a Consistory on September 30, 2023 for the appointment of the...Posted: Jul-09-2023 -
Weekly Bulletin July 9 2023Here is this week's bulletin [View July 9/23 Bulletin]Posted: Jul-07-2023 -
Farewell Fr George PuramandathilOn June 29, the Solemnity of St Peter and St Paul, Immaculate Conception Parish said goodbye to Fr George Puramandathil, who is returning to India. We would like to thank him for his service to the parish. We wish him...Posted: Jul-02-2023 -
Weekly Bulletin July 2 2023Here is this week's bulletin [View July 2/23 Bulletin]Posted: Jun-30-2023
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Pope Francis – Blessing of the Pallium for New Metropolitan Archbishops – Including Most Rev. Francis LeoOn June 29, 2023, the Holy Father welcomed 32 Metropolitan Archbishops to Rome, representing shepherds from around the world who have been appointed over the past year to care for the faithful. The Mass, held on the Feast of Sts...Posted: Jun-29-2023 -
Online Faith Formation Study Opportunity: Now also Offered in ArabicIn ongoing partnership with the University of Dayton in Ohio, the Archdiocese of Toronto is continuing to offer a discounted rate for the upcoming cycle of online courses and seminars offered by the Virtual Learning Community for Faith...Posted: Jun-23-2023 -
Synodal Working Document ReleasedThe General Secretariat of the Synod recently rereleased the Instrumentum Laboris for the first session of the 16th Ordinary General Assembly of the Synod of Bishops. The working document, which is derived from the material collected during the phase of...Posted: Jun-22-2023 -
Mass & Reception for National Indigenous Peoples DayOn June 21, 2023, Archbishop Leo presided at Mass in honour of National Indigenous Peoples Day. The celebration took place at St. Ann’s Parish, home for many years to the Native People’s Mission in the Archdiocese...Posted: Jun-22-2023 -
Archbishop Leo Visits St. Benedict Parish in EtobicokeIn his ongoing efforts to meet the faithful of the archdiocese, Archbishop Francis Leo traveled to St. Benedict parish in Etobicoke to commemorate the Feast of Mary Help of Christians on May 24, 2023. Archbishop Leo had the opportunity...Posted: Jun-22-2023 -
Father’s Day Blessings 2023Special Father’s Day Blessing at Immaculate Conception Parish Happy Father's Day to all the fathers. Special Father's Day blessings at Immaculate Conception Parish.Posted: Jun-21-2023 -
Congratulations Fr Bressani Graduating Class 2023Hearty Congratulations to the 2023 graduating class of Fr Bressani Catholic High School in Woodbridge. Dear graduates, you have successfully completed four years at Fr Bressani. Today, we send you out as flag bearers of Catholic Education. Whether you go...Posted: Jun-21-2023 -
Archdiocese of Toronto Recognizes National Indigenous Peoples Day June 21In recognition of National Indigenous Peoples Day, the Archdiocese of Toronto will celebrate a special Mass on Wednesday, June 21, 2023 at 7 p.m. at the Native People’s Mission, St. Ann’s Church located at 120...Posted: Jun-20-2023 -
Recognizing Dignity on National Indigenous Peoples DayJulia and Adam Kozak, a married couple 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 the Programs...Posted: Jun-20-2023 -
Archbishop Leo visits St. Catherine of Siena Parish, leads Corpus Christi processionArchbishop Francis Leo traveled to St. Catherine of Siena parish in Mississauga to celebrate Mass on the Feast of Corpus Christi. The parish, which is served by the Missionaries of St. Charles – Scalabrinian Fathers, indicated that it was...Posted: Jun-19-2023 -
Sacred Heart of Jesus Highlights God’s Generous Love on the Journey to MarriageMegan Séas, a parishioner of the Archdiocese of Toronto, chronicles below her journey to marriage at the Basilica of the Sacred Heart in the town of Paray-Le-Monial in France. 1. How did you come to...Posted: Jun-19-2023
