On September 4, 2026, Frank Cardinal Leo, Metropolitan Archbishop of Toronto, shared the news below announcing a special appointment for a well-known archdiocesan priest.

I am pleased to share the joyful news that Pope Leo XIV has appointed Reverend Frank McDevitt a "Chaplain of His Holiness", bestowing upon him the title of Monsignor. This distinction is an honorary title incorporating him into the papal household and a well-deserved recognition of Msgr. McDevitt’s many years of faithful and generous service to the Church and the people of the Archdiocese of Toronto. Throughout his priestly ministry, he has served with great dedication and humility, offering a steadfast witness to the Gospel and a deep commitment to those entrusted to his care.

Ordained in 1984, Msgr. McDevitt is currently the pastor for Our Lady of Perpetual Help in Toronto. He has also served as a pastor of St. Martin de Porres Parish (Scarborough), St. John the Evangelist Parish (Caledon), St. Mary’s Parish (Barrie), St. Paul’s Basilica (Toronto) and Our Lady of Grace Parish (Aurora).

We are also immensely grateful for Msgr. McDevitt’s ministry, since 2018, as the Archbishop’s Delegate for Misconduct, ensuring our safe environment policies are fully updated and implemented.

I look forward to participating in a special Eucharistic celebration to be held on Sunday, September 27, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. at Our Lady of Perpetual Help, where we will have the opportunity to recognize this special honour. All are welcome to attend and give thanks for Msgr. McDevitt’s faithful service.

Please join me in congratulating Msgr. McDevitt and offering prayers of gratitude for his continued ministry among us.