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CCCB Presents "Journey through Advent" Video SeriesThis Advent season, the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops (CCCB) presents an online weekly video series titled "Journey through Advent." This year’s English reflections will be led by the Most Rev. Francis Leo, Metropolitan Archbishop of Toronto. The...Posted: Nov-26-2024 -
Fr. Haig Chahinian to lead Salt and Light Catholic Media Foundation as new CEOSalt and Light Catholic Media Foundation (Salt + Light Media) is pleased to announce the appointment of Fr. Haig Chahinian as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective December 1, 2024. Fr. Chahinian brings a deep commitment to pastoral ministry as an...Posted: Nov-22-2024 -
Most Rev. Francis Leo – Video Address – 45th Annual Cardinal’s DinnerOn Tuesday, November 5, 2024, more than 1,400 guests gathered at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre for the 45th Annual Cardinal’s Dinner. Founded by Gerald Emmett Cardinal Carter in 1979, the late archbishop believed passionately that local...Posted: Nov-13-2024 -
Unpacking the Synod on Synodality – Listening, Dialogue & Shared WisdomOn Sunday, November 10, clergy, religious, consecrated and lay faithful gathered from across the Archdiocese of Toronto to participate in “Unpacking the Synod on Synodality”, a roundtable discussion held at St. Michael’s College School Theatre. Moderated...Posted: Nov-12-2024 -
1,400 Gather November 5 for 45th Annual Cardinal’s DinnerMore than 1,400 guests from across the Greater Toronto Area will gather at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre (North Building) Tuesday evening for the 45th annual Cardinal’s Dinner. The event is hosted by the Metropolitan Archbishop of...Posted: Nov-05-2024 -
Finding Hope through HopeLineFr. Dr. Matthew M. Durham, D.Min is the Executive Director, Hospice Palliative Care & Community Development, Saint Elizabeth Foundation. Fr. Durham shares his insights on the ‘HopeLine’ created by the Archdiocese of Toronto and operated by Saint...Posted: Nov-01-2024 -
Pope Francis Releases Encyclical on the Sacred Heart of JesusIn his latest encyclical, Dilexit Nos (Latin for “He Loves Us”), Pope Francis dedicates this pastoral letter to the human and divine love of the Sacred Heart of Jesus. As the Holy Father writes, “His...Posted: Oct-24-2024 -
Urgent appeal for support in Lebanon—Joint call for help and prayersWith the support of the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops (CCCB), Aid to the Church in Need Canada (ACN), Catholic Near East Welfare Association (CNEWA) Canada, and Development and Peace ― Caritas Canada (DPCC) are launching an appeal for...Posted: Oct-16-2024
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Unpacking the Synod on Synodality – November 10, 2024Join us for a panel discussion to help unpack the Synod on Synodality. The three-year process of listening and dialogue, undertaken between 2021 and 2024, has garnered participation from Catholics worldwide. Moderated by Dr. Josephine Lombardi, panelists include...Posted: Oct-15-2024
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St. Teresa’s Parish Celebrates 100 Year AnniversaryOn October 6, 2024, the Most Reverend Francis Leo, Metropolitan Archbishop of Toronto traveled to Etobicoke, Ont. to celebrate Mass at St. Teresa’s Parish on the occasion of their 100th anniversary. According to the parish’s website...Posted: Oct-12-2024 -
Thanksgiving Message from Archbishop Leo2024 Thanksgiving Message of Most Rev. Francis LeoMetropolitan Archbishop of Toronto Brothers and Sisters in the Lord, May Jesus and Mary be in your souls. I would like to take this opportunity to wish everyone in the Archdiocese of...Posted: Oct-08-2024 -
Canadian Bishops Invite Faithful to Pray and Fast for PeaceThe Most Rev. William T. McGrattan, Bishop of Calgary and Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops (CCCB) President released the following invitation for the Catholic faithful in Canada to pray and fast for peace: During this month of October dedicated to...Posted: Oct-07-2024
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Pope Francis Elevates Archbishop Francis Leo to the College of CardinalsPope 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’s Sunday Angelus in Rome. The Holy...Posted: Oct-06-2024 -
Archbishop Leo's Message for October: Month of the Holy Rosary and of the MissionsHis Grace Most Reverend Francis LeoMetropolitan Archbishop of Toronto 2024 Message for October: Month of the Holy Rosary and of the Missions Dear Brothers and Sisters in the Lord, May Jesus and Mary be in your souls. Our annual...Posted: Oct-02-2024
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New Youth Ministers and Youth Ministries Taking Flight in the ArchdioceseThe fall of 2024 is going to be a bit busier at some parishes in the archdiocese as 13 new parishes are poised to start up youth ministry for the first time, and 11 new youth ministers take up the...Posted: Oct-01-2024 -
2024 National Day of Truth and Reconciliation Statement from the Canadian Conference of Catholic BishopsOn the occasion of the 2024 National Day of Truth and Reconciliation, the Executive Committee of the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops released the following statement: In solemn prayer and reflection, the Executive Committee of the Canadian Conference of Catholic...Posted: Sep-30-2024
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The Archdiocese Celebrates the Solemnity of Saint Michael with the Inaugural Saint Michael Award RecipientsOn September 29, the Most Rev. Francis Leo, Metropolitan Archbishop of Toronto, celebrated Mass at Saint Michael’s Cathedral Basilica as part of celebrations marking the Solemnity of Saint Michael, patron saint of the archdiocese. The celebration also provided...Posted: Sep-29-2024 -
Archbishop Leo's Message for World Day of Migrants and RefugeesMessage for World Day of Migrants and RefugeesHis Grace Most Reverend Francis LeoMetropolitan Archbishop of Toronto 29 September 2024 God walks with His People. My Dear Brothers and Sisters, This year the Universal Church is celebrating the World...Posted: Sep-26-2024
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Archbishop Leo's Letter to the Faithful on National Day for Truth & Reconciliation and Indigenous Reconciliation Fund17 September 2024 Dear Brothers and Sisters in the Lord, May Jesus and Mary be in your souls. I pray that the summertime provided you with opportunities to rest and enjoy God’s manifold blessings. I wish to thank...Posted: Sep-20-2024 -
Inaugural Saint Michael Award Recipients AnnouncedThe Archdiocese of Toronto is delighted to announce the inaugural recipients of the Saint Michael Award, recognizing distinguished and faithful service by members of the Catholic community in the Greater Toronto Area. Each year, awards, one for each pastoral region...Posted: Sep-19-2024
