On the occasion of the Jubilee of the Sick and Health Care Workers, April 5 to 6, Dr. Nisha Fernandes offers a reflection on the meaning of the Jubilee year in light of her experiences as an internal
Jubilee of Mercy in the Archdiocese of Toronto
The Jubilee of Mercy was announced by Pope Francis as a year to be lived intensely in each local Church throughout the world, allowing every person
Pope Francis has appointed Fr. Ivan Camilleri as auxiliary bishop of the Archdiocese of Toronto. Following his episcopal ordination, the new bishop will join three auxiliary bishops currently
Keynote Speaker
Your Divine Mission & Gifts of the Holy Spirit Deacon Larry D. Oney Called to be saints. Is such a high call to holiness really meant for me, or for just a few? What would a parish
Office of Formation for Discipleship
Moving Into the Deep Waters of Mission: Start with Jesus “After he had finished speaking, he said to Simon, 'Put out into deep water and lower your nets for a
On 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
Fellowship program for young Catholic professionals launching in Archdiocese of Toronto
To celebrate the launch of the Lumen Gentium Forum, a program of CAAP-Canada in collaboration with the
Confirmation is an essential part of Christian Initiation. In Confirmation the bishop seals us, the baptized, with the Gift of the Holy Spirit. This sacrament is intended to: root us more deeply as
Continuing the Journey
"You are a chosen race, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, God's own people in order that you might proclaim the mighty acts of him who called you out of darkness into his
Ministries of Care Offers Hope Amidst Loss
During the month of November, we pray for all the souls of the faithful departed. The bereavement ministry is a ministry of care. Parish bereavement
On August 17, 2024, approximately 1,500 Hispanic Catholics from different parishes of the Archdiocese of Toronto (and beyond), gathered to celebrate once again the Annual Hispanic Pilgrimage. The
Pope Francis has announced that Metropolitan Archbishop of Toronto, the Most Rev. Francis Leo will be elevated to the College of Cardinals. The announcement came at the conclusion of the Holy Father’
Social Justice Track
Outreach in Justice and Love Rev. Santo Arrigo, C.Ss.R. Catholic Social Teaching is the basis of all social justice activity. The Church teaches that all are called to work
Brother Branden Gordon Professes Vows as Salesian of Don Bosco
Brother Branden Gordon, SDB, 28, comes from the Salesian parish of St. Benedict in Etobicoke where his parents are also members.
Catholic Charities Award and Scholarship Applications Now Open
Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Toronto (CCAT) are now accepting applications for a full array of scholarships and nominations
Motto & Coat of Arms of Pope Leo XIV
Pope Leo XIV's coat of arms offers a clear reflection of his Augustinian roots and the values he seeks to promote during his pontificate, particularly unity and
Red Wednesday 2021
Aid to the Church in Need (ACN Canada) will hold its 7th annual Red Wednesday on November 17. The goal of the event is to raise awareness and to pray for persecuted Christians,
What is a Pastoral Plan and why do we need one? “A pastoral plan serves as a roadmap for our journey as a Catholic Christian community, identifying key priorities and goals on the path ahead. It
Salt and Light Television Network
WITNESS Interview with with Sr. Prema Pierick, MC Superior General of the Missionaries of Charity November 15 at 10:30 p.m. ET, 7:30 p.m. PT and repeats November
Advent is a time for us to reflect on our relationship with God and to prepare ourselves for the birth of Christ. That makes it an ideal time to participate in the Sacrament of Reconciliation. From