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Mass Intentions
Mass intentions for September 1st to September 30th
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From the Pastor's Desk
Click to read Father Efren's message for the week of September 13th.
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Installation Update
Better late than unofficial! Please join us on Sunday, October 18, at 11:00 a.m. for the official Installation Mass of Fr. Efren as our pastor.
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Know Your Faith
We would like to sincerely thank everyone who participated in our recently concluded "Know Your Faith" program.
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Mass Intentions Explained
In the coming weeks, we will offer a short bulletin series explaining all about Mass Intentions.
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SSVP Feast Day Invitation
On Friday, September 25th, join the Society of St. Vincent de Paul for a special celebration of the Feast of Saint Vincent de Paul. Click for details.
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Sacramental Preparation
Please click for updated news regarding sacramental preparation for First Reconciliation, First Communion and Confirmation.
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Latest News
Archdiocese to Support Humanitarian Relief in Nepal and Colombia
Two significant natural disasters in recent days have resulted in tremendous loss of life, widespread destruction and the...
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Renovation Fund
Just a friendly reminder that the second collection for Renovation is every first Sunday of the month. This...
Pray for the Sick
We keep in our prayers the sick, the homebound, and the forgotten members in our community. If you...
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Baptism, Wedding, Funeral and other inquiries
Please send us an email at holycrossto@archtoronto.org or call 416-421-5225 (press 0). ...
Office Hours
Tuesday to Friday from 9:00am-12:00nn and 1:00pm-5:00pm. We kindly ask parishioners to...
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St. Paul the Apostle
St. Paul the Apostle Church in Alliston Celebrates 150 Years of 'Walking in Faith with Christ'
On August 30, the parish community of St. Paul the Apostle in Alliston, Ont., marked the end of...
Events
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Sanctuary Lamp

The Sanctuary Lamps for the week of September 8th to September 14th...

Sep-08-2026 - Sep-14-2026
Holy Cross Parish
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Pastoral Visits

-Holy Communion for the Homebound-  If any parishioners are unable to...

Sep-10-2026 - Sep-10-2027
Holy Cross Parish
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Order of Christian Initiation of Adults

OCIA – Becoming Catholic - We are now welcoming inquiries for this fall...

Sep-10-2026 - Dec-01-2026
Holy Cross Parish
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Children's Liturgy of the Word

All children are invited to join Children’s Liturgy of the...

Sep-10-2026 - Oct-10-2026
Holy Cross Parish
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Municipal Elections Parish Guidelines

Municipal and Catholic School Board Trustee elections are approaching, and we encourage...

Sep-10-2026 - Oct-26-2026
Holy Cross Parish
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First Friday Schedule Update

Starting in October, the 9am Mass on First Friday will be surrendered...

Sep-10-2026 - Oct-17-2026
Holy Cross Parish
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Sunday Reflections

TWENTY-FOURTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME   First Reading:  Sirach 27...

Sep-12-2026 - Sep-19-2026
Holy Cross Parish
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Season of Creation: Living Water

AN EVENT PROMOTED BY THE OFFICE FOR ECUMENICAL AND INTERFAITH RELATIONS September...

Sep-01-2026 - Oct-04-2026
In-Person
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Family and Couples Growth Retreat

Please mark your calendar for our upcoming Family and Couples Growth Retreat...

Sep-12-2026 - Sep-13-2026
69 William Street Toronto, ON M9N 2G6
Rosary Lane
Day of Reflection for Women: How to Prioritize Values and Set Boundaries with your Time

Day Retreat for Women: For everything there is a season, and a...

Sep-12-2026 - Sep-12-2026
Manresa Jesuit Spiritual Renewal Centre
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Propaganda, Media, and Critical Thinking

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

Sep-14-2026 - Sep-27-2026
Online
Magnifica Humanitas
Magnifica Humanitas: Encyclical Reading Group

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

Sep-14-2026 - Dec-09-2026
Hybrid
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291 Cosburn Avenue
Toronto, ON
M4J 2M4

 Office/Mailing Address
291 Cosburn Avenue
Toronto, ON
M4J 2M4

t:  416.421.5225
e:  holycrossto@archtoronto.org

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Clergy
Rev. Efren Alvarez-Pelayo
Pastor

Parish Staff
Joan Bolanos
Office Administrator/Bookkeeper

Maria Agovino
Lay Pastoral Assistant
magovino@archtoronto.org

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The point is this: the one who sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and the one who sows bountifully will also reap bountifully. Each of you must give as you have made up your mind, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver. And God is able to provide you with every blessing in abundance, so that by always having enough of everything, you may share abundantly in every good work. [2 Corinthians 9:6-8]
Time
In a busy society like ours, time is one of the most precious possessions we have. How we spend our time is perhaps the clearest indication of our progress in a life of Christian discipleship.
Talent
The Holy Spirit fires our passion to use our talents. For instance, some are passionate about the cause of the poor while others may be passionate about praying and visiting with the sick. What is your talent?
Treasure
How much am I expected to give? The question Stewardship asks is, "How much do we want to give?" We need to return thanks to a loving God for the many blessings we have received.

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