Year of Jubilee Launch and Mass of Thanksgiving – St. Mary’s Parish, Brampton

On January 29, 2025, more than 850 Catholics gathered at St. Mary’s Parish in Brampton. The occasion was to launch the Year of Jubilee in the Western Region of the archdiocese and give thanks for Frank Cardinal Leo’s elevation to the College of Cardinals. Hundreds participated in the Sacrament of Reconciliation prior to Mass, which was celebrated by Cardinal Leo. In his homily, His Eminence reflected on the Year of Jubilee and the theme, “Pilgrims of Hope” inviting all gathered to consider how they may fully embrace this special year of grace.

Special thanks to all those involved in the regional celebration, especially St. Mary’s Pastor, Fr. Peter Marr, along with clergy, staff and volunteers from the parish and the surrounding area. Guests also enjoyed extensive refreshments supplied by the parish community while also having an opportunity to greet Cardinal Leo, Auxiliary Bishop Ivan Camilleri and share in fellowship with one another.

For more information on the Jubilee Year in the Archdiocese of Toronto, visit our mini-site here.

Photo Gallery from the Holy Mass of Thanksgiving