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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 -
A silent Ignatian Retreat for Men & Women - God’s Mother Mary: First Disciple of the Lord Jesus ChristGod’s Mother Mary: First Disciple of the Lord Jesus Christ. Our Advent preparation focuses on Our Lady as we follow her through prayerful scriptural reflection based on three particular sub-themes; Our Lady, The Womb of God (Luke...Nov-22-2024 to Nov-24-2024 (07:00 PM to 01:00 PM) -
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 -
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 -
Day of Reflection - Welcoming the Incarnation with Mary Bastedo, M.DivDay of Reflection – Advent invites us to a place of deep interiority as we anticipate the coming of God in our midst. How can we actively recognize and welcome the presence of the Holy in our communities and in...Nov-25-2024 to Nov-25-2024 (09:00 AM to 03:30 PM)
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A Festival of Prayer 2024: Iona ServiceAN IN-PERSON EVENT RECOMMENDED & SPONSORED BY THE OFFICE FOR PROMOTING CHRISTIAN UNITY AND RELIGIOUS RELATIONS WITH JUDAISM This service is built around the poetic liturgical prayers and litanies of the ecumenical Iona Community, based in the ancient abbey...Dec-01-2024 to Dec-01-2024 (07:00 PM to 08:00 PM) -
Over 100 university and college students participate in a walking pilgrimage at Martyrs’ ShrineContinuing an annual tradition, over 100 university and college students recently participated in a walking pilgrimage at the Martyrs’ Shrine. On Saturday, Sept. 28, 2024 the eight campus ministries of the Archdiocese of Toronto joined the community at the...Posted: Oct-04-2024 -
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 -
Parishes get a boost in their youth & young adult ministry training!On the weekend of September 21/22, 391 youth ministers, core (volunteer) leaders and young adult ministry leaders converged on Dante Alighieri Academy in Toronto to hear speakers and attend workshops to help leaders prepare for the youth ministry season...Posted: Sep-27-2024 -
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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Truth and Reconciliation 2024: After the Silence - A Reflection for CatholicsJulia and Adam Kozak, a married couple actively involved in bridge-building and peacemaking with Indigenous and non-indigenous peoples, reflect on the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. Adam, a Lay Pastoral Associate and musician, was the National Project...Posted: Sep-25-2024 -
Villanova College in King City Welcomes Archbishop Leo for Anniversary MassOn Friday, September 20, 2024, the Most Reverend Francis Leo, Metropolitan Archbishop of Toronto traveled to Villanova College in King City, Ont. to celebrate the start of the 25th anniversary year. Archbishop Leo celebrated Mass for the school community which...Posted: Sep-24-2024 -
Everything You Need to Know About RENEW Toronto 2024“Those who hope in the Lord will run and not be weary” Isaiah 40:31 What is RENEW Toronto? RENEW Toronto is OCY’s largest annual gathering of young adults from the Archdiocese of Toronto and beyond...Posted: Sep-24-2024 -
Unlocking the Mystery of the BibleBeginning on Thursday, Oct. 17 at 7 p.m., our fall Bible Study series offers an eight-week overview of the bible that will help you uncover the story woven throughout Scripture, so you can get the “big picture...Oct-17-2024 to Dec-05-2024 (08:00 PM to 10:00 PM) -
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 -
Young adults hike up Blue Mountain in new initiative, "Faith and Fitness"On Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024, the Office of Catholic Youth held its young adult Faith & Fitness hike up Blue Mountain in Collingwood. With 28 participants, each one carried a sacred piece of the Mass—whether it was the...Posted: Sep-18-2024
