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Filling the Jars to the Brim

The Pastoral Plan of the Archdiocese of Toronto provides a common vision to guide the pastoral life and evangelizing efforts of parishes, families and communities over the next seven years...

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All Souls' Day Mass

All Souls’ Day is a day of prayer and remembrance for the faithful departed. Join us on Saturday, November 7, 2026 at 2 p.m. at five different cemeteries.

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Who stands with persecuted Christians?

Join us for a special Mass for Persecuted Christians on Red Wednesday, November 18, 5:30 p.m. at St. Michael’s Cathedral Basilica in Toronto.

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Matching Gift Opportunity

From now until December 31, your year-end gift to ShareLife will be matched dollar for dollar, up to $500,000, thanks to a generous anonymous donor.

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World Youth Day Mass with Cardinal Leo

On November 21, 7 p.m. at St. Thomas More Parish, join the OCY for the Archdiocesan World Youth Day Mass 2026! Open to all young adults 19-39.

Friars Student Writing Contest

We invite Ontario secondary school students to submit an essay on the theme of the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity. Submission deadline is January 11, 2027.

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Pastoral Plan

"Filling the Jars to the Brim" is an invitation to renew our commitment to the faith, life and mission of the Church.

The Luminous Mysteries

St. John Paul II introduced the Luminous Mysteries of the Rosary to help Catholics contemplate more fully the life and mission of Jesus Christ.

Good Government

During elections, we consider the capability of candidates to fulfill the responsibilities of a good government. Catholic Social Teaching weighs in.

Cardinal Leo

For a listing of Cardinal Leo's messages and visits to parishes and events around the Archdiocese of Toronto click here.

World Mission Month

Fr. Paul Johnston, Director of the Office of Archdiocesan Missions, reflects on the significance of October's Mission Month and World Mission Sunday.

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Rosary's October Roots

A closer look at the history of the Oct. 7 Memorial of the Holy Rosary and the dedication of the month of October to praying the Rosary.

Feast of St. Francis

In light of the Feast of St. Francis, Yesmil Pena, a third-order Franciscan who founded the St. Philip Neri Table food bank, reflects on its impact.

Encyclical's AI Guidance

Matthew Harvey Sanders, who was at the Vatican for the launch of the encyclical Magnifica Humanitas, reflects on its significance in navigating AI.

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Celebrating the Long-Awaited Beatification of the Georgia Martyrs

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Archdiocese of Toronto Launches New Pastoral Plan: Filling the Jars to the Brim

The Archdiocese of Toronto is embarking on a seven-year journey of prayer, discernment and pastoral renewal with...

St. Anthony of Padua Parish Marks 50 Years of Faith and Grace

On October 24, St. Anthony of Padua Parish in Brampton joyfully celebrated its Golden Jubilee with a special...

Message for World Youth Day 2026 - Pope Leo XIV Invites Young People to Take Courage in Christ

Pope Leo XIV has released his message for the 41st World Youth Day, inviting young people to reflect...

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Events

Magnifica Humanitas: Encyclical Reading Group

A HYBRID EVENT RECOMMENDED BY THE OFFICE FOR ECUMENICAL AND INTERFAITH RELATIONSThis...

Sep-14-2026 - Dec-09-2026

Hybrid

Interreligious Spirituality Groups

AN ONLINE EVENT RECOMMENDED BY THE OFFICE FOR ECUMENICAL AND INTERFAITH RELATIONSThe...

Oct-01-2026 - Jun-30-2027

Online

Bible Study on the Book of Deuteronomy

This event starts on October 19 and ends on June 7. The...

Oct-19-2026 - Jun-07-2027

Via Zoom Virtual Conferencing and Recorded

Dialogue & Understanding: Creation for the Common Good

AN ONLINE MINI-COURSE RECOMMENDED BY THE OFFICE FOR ECUMENICAL AND INTERFAITH...

Oct-26-2026 - Nov-09-2026

Online

Silent Ignatian Retreat for WOMEN: Humility - God is our Centre. I am not.

Ignatian Retreat for Women: Humility is the primary Christian grace. It is...

Nov-06-2026 - Nov-08-2026

Manresa Jesuit Spiritual Renewal Centre

LET’S ALL GO TO ST. JOSEPH: A Father's Heart for an Anxious Age

Speaker: Fr. Arinze Onwuzulike, CSSpAssociate Pastor of St. Joseph We warmly invite...

Nov-07-2026 - Nov-07-2026

St. Thomas More Parish, Ellesemere

Children & Teens Prayer Service - November 7, 2026

Dear Parents, We invite all children for our Children and Teens prayer...

Nov-07-2026 - Nov-07-2026

69 William Street Toronto, ON M9N 2G6

Ignite - Bible & Beer - Nov 10

Bible & Beer Series!Ignite! Young Adult Ministry (ages 18–39...

Nov-10-2026 - Nov-10-2026

137 McCaul Street

Contribute to the Community

Volunteer your time, talent and treasure to the catholic community both at the parish level and our larger community. Take a look at the various opportunities to support below.

Time

Monetary donations are not the only way to give back to your local community and archdiocese at large. Take a look at the various volunteer opportunities in the Archdiocese of Toronto.

Talent

If you are interested in learning more about the spirituality of "deep stewardship" or represent a parish community looking for practical resources to help you more deeply engage your parishioners in parish life, click here!

Treasure

There are various charities that you can donate to as well as your local parish community. Consider a donation to any of these worthy causes.

That Blessed Upper Room

Cardinal Leo's pastoral letter invites us to reflect on the significance of The Upper Room in our lives, our families and in our communities of faith.