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Order of Christian Initiation of AdultsOCIA – Becoming Catholic - We are now welcoming inquiries for this fall’s OCIA (Order of Christian Initiation of Adults). Formerly called RCIA, the updated name reflects the Church’s renewed focus on the order and stages of...Sep-10-2026 to Dec-01-2026 -
Pastoral Visits-Holy Communion for the Homebound- If any parishioners are unable to attend Mass due to illness, limited mobility, or are homebound, our Visiting Ministry is here to support you. Trained ministers are available to bring Holy Communion to your...Sep-10-2026 to Sep-10-2027 -
Magnifica Humanitas: Encyclical Reading GroupA HYBRID EVENT RECOMMENDED BY THE OFFICE FOR ECUMENICAL AND INTERFAITH RELATIONSThis fall, The Canadian Council of Churches (CCC) invites Christians from diverse traditions across Canada to join a national reading initiative on Pope Leo XIV’s encyclical, Magnifica...Sep-14-2026 to Dec-09-2026 (09:00 AM to 05:00 PM) -
Reflecting on 40 Years of the World Day of Prayer for Peace (27 October 1986-2026)On 27 October 1986, under the courageous leadership of Pope John Paul II, religious leaders from across the world gathered in Assisi to fast and pray for peace. This unprecedented event marked a decisive moment in the history of interreligious...Posted: Jun-24-2026 -
Navigating AI through Magnifica Humanitas – Part 2Matthew Harvey Sanders, created Magisterium AI, an AI platform designed to answer questions about the Catholic faith. He also worked with the Archdiocese of Toronto’s Office of Spiritual Affairs. He was among the technology leaders invited to the...Posted: Jun-22-2026 -
A Closer Look at Magnifica Humanitas – Part 1Matthew Harvey Sanders created Magisterium AI, an AI platform designed to answer questions about the Catholic faith. He also worked with the Archdiocese of Toronto’s Office of Spiritual Affairs. He was among the technology leaders invited to the...Posted: Jun-17-2026 -
How to be Marian in our Daily LivesAs we celebrate the month of Mary, Dr. Josephine Lombardi, Academic Dean of St. Augustine’s Seminary and Associate Professor of Systematic and Pastoral Theology, reflects on ways that we can all be Marian Successors – one who stands...Posted: May-01-2026 -
World Day of the Sick 2026 – The Compassion of the SamaritanIn light of the World Day of the Sick on Wednesday, February 11, Saulina Amaral, Diocesan Coordinator of the Ministries of Care, reflects on the local initiatives making an impact in the Archdiocese of Toronto. 1. What is the World...Posted: Feb-05-2026 -
First Friday Schedule UpdateStarting in October, the 9am Mass on First Friday will be surrendered so that Canadian Martyrs can have a proper Mass on First Friday followed by the traditional devotions. The evening 6:00 p.m. Holy Hour and Confession and...Sep-10-2026 to Oct-17-2026 -
Living the Faith through Consecrated VirginityErin Kinsella is a Consecrated Virgin of the Archdiocese of Ottawa, the author of Espoused to Christ: A Theology of Consecrated Virginity, and a co-host of "In the Thicket," a podcast on suffering and hope. She has worked in...Posted: May-19-2025 -
National Family and Life Week 2025Every May, the Office of Formation for Discipleship spotlights family life ministry, including the start of the annual National Family and Life Week, from the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops Office for Family and Life. The 2025 theme, drawn...Posted: May-13-2025 -
Jubilee of the Sick and Health Care Workers: The Patient and Physician’s PilgrimageOn 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 medicine physician...Posted: Apr-03-2025 -
Ontario Provincial Election – Resources for the Catholic CommunityAs Ontarians prepare for a provincial election on February 27, 2025, Catholics are encouraged to both vote as part of the democratic process and to learn more about the candidates and parties seeking our support. To assist with this process...Posted: Feb-14-2025 -
Strengthening the Marriage Bond through Service to OthersAl and Rita Doloroso have been married for 48 years. They are the founding members of the Movement for Marriage Enrichment (MME) under the Filipino Chaplaincy since 1992. 1. What is the MME, and what is your role as a...Posted: Jan-29-2024 -
Render Unto Caesar What Belongs to Caesar and to God What Belongs to GodThis reflection based on the readings for the Twenty-ninth Sunday in Ordinary Time- Year A: Isaiah 45: 1, 4-6; Psalm 96; 1 Thessalonians 1: 1-5; and Matthew 22: 15-21. As we hear in the Gospel this...Posted: Oct-19-2023 -
If You Were Accused of Being a Christian, Would There be Enough Evidence to Convict you?This reflection is based on the readings for the Twenty-sixth Sunday of Year A: Ezekiel 18: 25-28; Psalm 25; Philippians 2: 1-11; and Matthew 21: 28-32. A question that has often been asked by preachers when...Posted: Sep-29-2023 -
A Convert’s Guide to the Month of the Most Sacred Heart of JesusThe Church dedicates the month of June to the Sacred Heart of Jesus, one of the most popular Catholic devotions throughout the world. So what is the Sacred Heart, anyway? When Catholics talk about the Sacred Heart we’re...Posted: Jun-01-2023 -
An Incredible Journey of Faith and NursingAs National Nurses Month wraps up, nurse and author Margaret Price reflects on her life's journey guided by faith -- and all the opportunities the field of nursing opened up to her. 1. Through your involvement in helping to start...Posted: May-30-2023 -
Shining a Spotlight on the Ministry with Maturing AdultsThe month of June is dedicated to Adult Faith Formation for the ministries of the Office of Formation for Discipleship. It is also Seniors’ Month in Ontario. This office is committed to help parishes support all adults to grow...Posted: May-25-2023 -
Exploring the ‘Gift of Faith and Mental Health’ this MayFr. Stephan Kappler is the President and Chief Psychologist of Southdown Institute. In light of the upcoming day dedicated to raising awareness of mental health across the the archdiocese, he shares with readers some of the strong connections between faith...Posted: May-02-2023
