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Archdiocesan Events

We work to raise awareness to the wonderful work taking place across the Archdiocese of Toronto. In this section you will find information about Archdiocesan and local community events that bring together our family of faith to educate, inform, reflect and inspire.

Publication of community events are not seen as an official endorsement by the Archdiocese of Toronto. We invite you to speak with local event contacts prior to attending to answer your questions in advance.

 

Date
Event
Contact Information
Jun 6-Jun 27

Four-Part Art History Series. Room 101, Faculty of Theology, University of St. Michael’s College. 95 St. Joseph St. 6:00 -8:00 p.m. The Dominican institute is pleased to offer two four part complimentary art history series By Dr. Marius Zerafa, O.P., 2013 Aquinas Visiting Scholar. Series I on Thursday evenings will examine Beato Angelico a best-loved artist of the Renaissance era, his panels, frescos, the altarpiece in the San Marco chapel and religious masterpieces in art.

  No registration required. Enquiries by email at dominican.toronto@gmail.com or by phone at 647-531-2050. Click here for poster with more information.
Jun 7- 28

Four-Part Art History Series. Room 100, Alumni Hall, University of St. Michael’s College. 121 St. Joseph St. 6:00 -8:00 p.m. The Dominican institute is pleased to offer two four part complimentary art history series By Dr. Marius Zerafa, O.P., 2013 Aquinas Visiting Scholar. Series II on Fridays focuses on art and architecture throughout the centuries weaving in the artistic, political, social and religious influences of the eras.

  Free will offerings gratefully accepted.
No registration required. Enquiries by email at dominican.toronto@gmail.com or by phone at 647-531-2050. Click here for poster with more information.
Jun 18

The Fellowship of St. Joseph Association of Hebrew Catholics Annual Movie and Popcorn Night. Blessed Trinity Church, 3220 Bayview Ave. in the parish hall. 7 p.m. The movie, "The Covenant," is a musical play filmed in Toronto which traces the history of the Jewish people from the time of Abraham to the present. This moving musical presentation covers Biblical history including the birth and ministry of Jesus.

  Everyone is welcome. Donations appreciated. Refreshments will be served.
Jun 20

White Smoke: The Papal Conclave – A Personal View. Royal York Hotel, Canadian Room, 100 Front St W, Toronto.12:00 p.m. In this unique event, Cardinal Collins will share insights on the March 2013 Papal Conclave and subsequently will discuss what it all means with CBC's Anna-Maria Tremonti. For anyone interested in the process behind one of the most significant historical events of our time, this discussion will provide a rare first-hand account.

  Tickets are $80 or $70 for Empire Club of Canada members. Tables of 10 are $800 or $700 for members. For more information, visit http://www.empireclub.org/events/his-eminence-thomas-cardinal-collins-in-conversation-with-anna-maria-tremonti/
Jun 22

Faith Connections Hike and Prayer: Wind, Water, Earth & Fire. Humber Bay Park East, Toronto. 11:00am-1:00pm. Young adults (18-39) are invited to join us for a hike and prayer at Humber Bay Park! We will be meeting at the East entrance of Humber Bay Park located at Park Lawn Rd & Lake Shore Blvd W. You will find us in the bus turn-around located on the south-west corner. Parking available & TTC accessible.

  Please pack a lunch, water, and weather-appropriate gear (we will be gathering rain or shine). RSVPs appreciated. Emai lfaithconnections@csj-to.ca.
Jun 22

New Beginnings' Summer Luncheon & Speaker. Catholic Pastoral Centre, 1155 Yonge St. 4th Floor. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Topic: Lord, If You Had Been There: Actively engaging the presence of our God of surprises. Exploring our relationship with God during times of loss and grief through the practice of the Awareness Examen, Lectio Divina and Mindfulness Meditation. Speaker:  Christine Rybka Miki, BScPhm, MDiv, S.T.B., D.S.D.Christine is a spiritual director in private practice, a retreat facilitator, and a supervisor and facilitator at Regis College for students in the diploma in the Spiritual Direction Program.

  Please RSVP by Monday, June 17 to Angela at agamelo@cfstoronto.com or at 416-921-1163 ext. 2236.
Jun 22-25
Year of Faith

28th Annual Pilgrimage to Quebec Shrines. Celebrate the year of faith with Blessed Trinity Parish, 3220 Bayview Ave.,Toronto. Join us on a pilgrimage to the National Canadian Shrine of St Anne de Beaupre, Cap de La Madeleine, Sacred Heart Shrine, and St Joseph's Oratory. Our Spiritual guide is Fr. Neil J. Roy, S.T.L., Ph.D., of the College of Saint Mary Magdalen, New Hampshire. The weekend coincides with the solemnity of St John the Baptist and the 125th anniversary of the miracle of Cap de La Madeleine.  

 

Cost based on triple occupancy is $320 per person, double occupancy is $350 per person. Coach pick-up from Pickering, and other locations.

For further info visit www.blessedtrinity.ca or contact Mary at 416-497-7059 marayasalvador@hotmail.com, Judith at 905-886-4022 jmorrismazzonna@rogers.com or Gloria Dabreo at 905-839-8810 (Pickering).

Jun 24

Blessing and Dedication of Faith Garden. Holy Redeemer Catholic School, 111 Aspenwood Drive, North York. 10:30 a.m. Holy Redeemer Catholic School community will dedicate a garden to Father John Weber. Father Weber is a retired pastor of the school community parish, Church of the Good Shepherd, and is being recognized for his commitment to Catholic education and the community.

   
Jun 24 & 26

Restless Heart: The Confessions of St. Augustine. 7:00 p.m. Restless Heart is a movie graced with three very dynamic saints of the 4th and 5th centuries A.D.: St. Augustine, his mother, St. Monica, and his mentor, St. Ambrose. Directed by Canadian director Christian Duguay and filmed in Europe, it is based on the eminent autobiographical work of St. Augustine of Hippo, written between AD 397 and AD 398 entitled The Confessions of St. Augustine.
Monday, June 24 – SilverCity Cinema Scarborough Town Centre 7:00 p.m.
Wednesday, June 26 – SilverCity Cinema Yorkdale 7:00 p.m.

  Tickets are $10 and cannot be purchased at the box office.  For information on ticket purchases email restlesshearttoronto@gmail.com.
Jun 25

Queen of Peace Celebration. Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church, 3055 Bloor St. W., Etobicoke. 7 p.m. Join us for our annual evening of prayer and Marian devotion. Recitation of the Rosary will be followed by Holy Mass in honour of our Heavenly Queen and Mother. The event closes with a procession culminating in the crowning of the Blessed Virgin Mary, as well as adoration and benediction. Sponsored by the Ave Maria Centre of Peace.

  For more information, call 416-251-4245.
Jun 25-27

Our Mother of Perpetual Help Novena Triduum. St. Patrick’s Church, 131 McCaul Street, Toronto. 7:00 p.m. Join us each evening for Novena Prayers and Mass with guest Preacher, Fr. Gary Lauenstein C.Ss.R. a Redemptorist Novice Director for North America, serving in Toronto. Bring a friend each night as we join in celebrating and honouring Mary, Our Mother of Perpetual Help.  On Wednesday, June 26, we sacrament of the Sick will be available for those who wish to celebrate God’s love and healing, and on Thursday, June 27, the Feast Day of Our Mother of Perpetual Help, join in our festive social following the Feast Day Mass.

  For more information, contact the Parish Office (416) 598-3269, or visit us online at www.stpatrickstoronto.ca.
Jun 27, Jul 4 & 11

Contemplative Prayer:  Finding Christ Within. The Paulist Centre, 830 Bathurst St., Toronto. 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. The Paulist Centre is offering a three-part series on the history and techniques of contemplative prayer in the Catholic Church.  Through demonstration and use of various styles of prayer, participants will find a still point allowing them to see Christ in new ways and places.

  Contact the Paulist Centre at 416-534-2326 for more information.
Jun 30, Jul 7,14, 21, 28, Aug 4, 11, 18, 25

Divine Mercy Summer Pilgrimages. Prayer program: 1.00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Sanctuary of Jesus King of Mercy, at Regina Mundi - 19309 Warden Ave, Queensville.
This is the fourth year that nine pilgrimages are organized to the sanctuary of Jesus King of Mercy. No need to travel to Massachusetts, we are developing a centre in our archdiocese and hope soon to be able to open a public chapel for year round services.

  For more information and poster, contact Regina Mundi 905-478-4264 or Father Matthew Robbertz by calling 905-473-3864 or emailing mrobbertz10@gmail.com.
Jul 6
Year of Faith
Kolbe Eucharistic Mini-Retreat. St. Brigid’s Church, 300 Wolverleigh Blvd., Toronto 2:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Celebrate the Year of Faith at special Kolbe Eucharistic Mini-Retreats.  Join us for Adoration. Father Eugene D'Avella will speak on “For Sinners Only: Christ's Merciful Love.”   Visit www.kolbeapostolate.com for flyer and more information.
Jul 6-14

Pilgrimage of Love: Walking Pilgrimage from Toronto to the Cross of Teopoli The 15th annual “Pilgrimage of Love,” organized by The United Society to sponsor underprivileged children to take part in the annual Teopoli Summer Experience will take place from July 6 to the 14, 2013, starting from All Saints Church in Etobicoke and terminating at the Holy Cross of Teopoli, near Gravenhurst.  All are invited to participate for the whole Pilgrimage or for part of it.  If you're unable to walk, please support this effort financially. 

  For further information please call 416-243-7319 or visit www.teopoli.com.
Jul 9, 10, 11

The Witness Musical. Don Bosco Auditorium,2 St. Andrew Blvd., Etobicoke. 7:30 p.m.. The Witness, the hit musical retelling of the life of Christ, travels to Toronto to stage a special production, supported by celebrated choral ensembles Cadenza Kantori and The Newman Choir. Local youth and several members of the original cast now living in the GTA will join the 2013 cast to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the original production, which was first staged in the Archdiocese of Bombay in 1983.

 

Admission is free but passes are required. For passes contact zone coordinators:
Mississauga & Oakville
Savio Fernandes: savio.fernandes@rbc.com
905-212-1152
Brampton
Eleanor Rebello: eleanor.rebello@scotiabank.com
905-791-3534
Scarborough
Chemayne D’souza: cdsouza24@yahoo.ca
419-292-2509
Etobicoke      
Melanie Fernandezmelaniefa@rogers.com
416-622-1630
Toronto, North York, Ajax and Pickering 
Leah Barret: leahbarrett@rogers.com
416-699-1357
Oshawa         
Melanie Fernandez: melaniefa@rogers.com
416-622-1630

Click here for poster and here for brochure.

Jul 14

Italian-Speaking Pilgrimage at Teopoli.
Since 1977, when a large wooden Cross was erected next to the water fall, Teopoli became a center for monthly pilgrimages. These pilgrimages have three strong moments of common prayer: the Holy mass, the Stations of the Cross, and the Holy Rosary with Eucharistic Benediction.Please remember that this is a day of PRAYER. All who come must participate in all the religious functions of the day.

 

Teopoli is located at:
1458 Housey’s Rapids Rd. (RR.#3)
Gravenhurst, Ont.  P1P 1R3
Tel. 705-687-4488
For info and bus reservations please call:
Società Unita 416-243-7319 or contact info@teopoli.com.

Jul 26-28

St Anne's Parish Feast Celebrations.
St Anne's Church 115 Vodden Street East, Brampton
Friday, July 26 - 7:00 p.m. - Mass of Anointing
Saturday, July 27 - 9:15 a.m. - Mass of Remembrance followed by pancakes and sausages.
6:00p.m. - Cultural Night, entertainment, BBQ & Dancing under the stars with DJ Roger.
Sunday July 28th -11:00a.m. - Solemn Feast Mass with H.E. Bishop John A. Boissoneau, followed by an outdoor procession, BBQ & entertainment.

  For more information, call 905-453-1303.
Jul 27 - Aug 8

In the Steps of Jesus, In Israel. This course examines the story of the Christian faith in the place where it all began. 
Immersing yourself in this land will bring you closer to the history, archeology, anthropology, culture, people and modern politics that spans over thousands of years. Israel is the Holy Land; a country where you will see the Bible come to life as you take a tour through the Scriptures. Part of the Windows on Theology Continuous Learning Series.

 

For more information and registration, please visit www.regiscollege.ca/windows_on_theology, call 416‐922‐5474, ext. 221 or email inquiries@regiscollege.ca

Click here for poster.

Jul 28

English-Speaking Pilgrimage at Teopoli. Since 1977, when a large wooden Cross was erected next to the water fall, Teopoli became a center for monthly pilgrimages. These pilgrimages have three strong moments of common prayer: the Holy mass, the Stations of the Cross, and the Holy Rosary with Eucharistic Benediction.Please remember that this is a day of PRAYER. All who come must participate in all the religious functions of the day.

  Teopoli is located at:
1458 Housey’s Rapids Rd. (RR.#3)
Gravenhurst, Ont.  P1P 1R3
Tel. 705-687-4488
For info and bus reservations please call:
Società Unita 416-243-7319 or contact info@teopoli.com.
Jul 31 & Aug 28

Faith Connections Taizé Prayer Evening. The Friary, 15 Laxton Ave., Toronto. 6:30 p.m. Faith Connections and the Presentation Brothers invite you to join us for an evening of meditative Scripture-based prayer and song in the Taizé tradition.

  Light refreshments will be served. RSVP by calling Vanessa Nicholas-Schmidt at 416-467-2645 or email faithconnections@csj-to.ca. For more information, visit www.faithconnections.ca. Faith Connections is a ministry of Fontbonne Ministries, Sisters of St. Joseph, Toronto.
Aug 9 -11

St. Clare's Church Centenary Celebrations. St. Clare's Church 1118 St. Clair Ave. W., Toronto.
Friday, August 9th - 7:30 p.m - In Conversation with St. Clare (dramatization).
Saturday, August 10th - The Transitus of St. Clare - following the 5:00 p.m. Mass.
Sunday, August 11th -12:00 p.m. - The Feast of St. Clare - Solemn Mass celebrating
the 100th anniversary of the laying of the cornerstone. Unveiling of the new statue of St. Clare, followed by a reception in the parish hall.

 

For more information visit our website www.stclareparish.ca or call 416-654-7087.

Aug 10

Queen of Apostles 50th Anniversary.1617 Blythe Road, Mississauga. 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.Queen of Apostles Renewal Centre is celebrating fifty years of serving the Church, the Archdiocese and the community. Come and reminisce with us. Join us at our open house. Canapés & refreshments available all day.

  For more information, call (905) 278-5229.
Aug 14

Faith Connections Street Patrol. St. Patrick's Church, 141 McCaul St, Toronto. 6:30 p.m. Faith Connections invites young adults (18-39) to join us walking the streets of downtown Toronto, offering food and friendship to those in need. Please bring sandwiches and drinks.

  Space is limited, RSVP required: call Vanessa Nicholas-Schmidt at 416-467-2645 or e-mail faithconnections@csj-to.ca. For more information, visit www.faithconnections.ca. Faith Connections is a ministry of Fontbonne Ministries, Sisters of St. Joseph, Toronto.
Aug 14

Annual Mass for the Faithful Departed.7:00 p.m. Catholic Cemeteries - Archdiocese of Toronto wishes to invite all families within the Archdiocese of Toronto to participate in the Annual Mass for the Faithful Departed.

  For details on times and locations, click here.
Aug 23-Sep 1

Novena of La Madonna delle Grazie. St. Philip Neri Church, 2100 Jane St., Toronto. The 26th annual novena of La Madonna delle Grazie will take place at St. Philip Neri Church beginning August 23 and closing with a Mass followed by a procession through the neighbourhood on September 1.  All are welcome.  The Novena will be preached in Italian by Fr. Charles Zichella OFM Cap.

  For full schedule, click here.
Aug 24

St Josephine Bakhita Pilgrimage at Canadian Martyrs Shrine. Canadian Martyrs Shrine, Midland, ON. 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. All are welcome to join us as we spread the gospel of Jesus Christ. 
Program of activities:
A monument will be installed in honour of Our Lady of Kibeho who appeared in Rwanda 30 years ago warning them of genocide. Bishop Anselm Umoren, from the Archdiocese of Abuja, Nigeria will celebrate Holy Eucharist with other members of the Clergy. The day’s events also include: Living Rosary, Sharing/Witnessing, Scriptural Reflection, Praise and Worship. St Josephine Bakhita Festival of Arts presents young people from various parishes performing the Passion of Christ. Vocation directors will be present to talk to pilgrims about priestly/religious vocations.

 

Bus leaves several Toronto locations at 7:00 a.m. and will return at 3:30 p.m. from Midland at a cost of $20.00 per person return. Please call Audrey (905) 472-3337, Pat (905) 948-0580 or Molly (416) 299-9703.

Click here for poster with more information.

Aug 28

12th Annual Catholic Education Mass. St. Paul’s Basilica, 83 Power St., Toronto. 6 p.m. The Catholic Teachers Guild invites all Catholic educators of the Archdiocese of Toronto and supports of Catholic education to gather for a celebration of the Eucharist before entering the new academic year. Mass will be celebrated by Thomas Cardinal Collins. Following Mass, dinner will be served in the parish hall and Cardinal Collins will speak on the topic of “New Evangelization and Education.”

  Tickets for dinner are $50. To register, email barry.white@tcdsb.org. For more information, click here.
Aug 30-Sept 2

Holy Name Pilgrimage to Quebec Shrines. Depart Holy Name Church at 7 a.m. on August 30. Join Maria Fernandes and Joyce Rerrie along with Fr. Andrew Morasse, C.S.C. in a Year of Faith pilgrimage. Price based on double occupancy is $285. Includes return bus fare to Quebec, three breakfasts, three nights hotel accommodation, two nights at St. Anne de Beaupre, one night in Montreal, visit to Cap de Madeleine, visit to historic Quebec City.

  $100.00 non-refundable deposit is required. For further information contact Maria Fernandes at maria_fernandes12@hotmail.com or Holy Name Church at 416-466-8281 or holyname@rogers.com

 

 

 

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