Our Lady of Sorrows Parish, Etobicoke
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Canadian Bishops Release Pastoral Letter on Use of Social MediaThe Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops Episcopal Commission for Justice and Peace has released a Pastoral Letter on the use of social media entitled: “Let Your Speech Always Be Gracious.” The release of the letter on January 24...Thursday, January 25, 2024 -
Celebration of World Day for Consecrated Life – February 3Each year, the Church commemorates World Day for Consecrated Life by pausing and thanking the Lord for the wonderful vocation to Consecrated life, by fostering a greater awareness of and deeper appreciation for all those women and men who are...Sunday, January 21, 2024 -
Sunday of the Word of GodThe “Sunday of the Word of God” is observed on the Third Sunday in Ordinary Time and was established by the Holy Father on September 30, 2019, through his Motu propio Apostolic Letter, “Aperuit illis&rdquo...Sunday, January 21, 2024 -
Catholic Charities Award and Scholarship Applications Now OpenCatholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Toronto (CCAT) are now accepting applications for a full array of scholarships and nominations for their Community Service Awards. Last year, 5 new scholarships were developed to support learners from diverse backgrounds and capacities...Friday, January 19, 2024 -
Celebrate Vocations: 34th Annual Ordinandi DinnerWe are pleased to announce that the 34th annual Ordinandi Dinner hosted by St. Augustine's Seminary and the six Serra Clubs in the Archdiocese of Toronto will again be held in person on Tuesday, March 19, 2024, at the...Thursday, January 18, 2024 -
Archbishop Leo Meets with Bishops; Makes Several Visits Throughout the ArchdioceseMeeting with Bishops The Most Reverend Francis Leo, Metropolitan Archbishop of Toronto, along with several other clergy from the Archdiocese had the opportunity to meet with Bishop Andriy Peshko, the Ukrainian Orthodox Bishop of the Eastern Eparchy as well as...Tuesday, January 16, 2024 -
Week of Prayer for Christian Unity January 18-25The Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops (CCCB) have provided the following information and resources regarding the upcoming Week of Prayer for Christian Unity: The Week of Prayer for Christian Unity [WPCU] is an annual global ecumenical celebration (traditionally...Monday, January 15, 2024 -
Pastoral Letter from the Most Rev. Francis LeoOn January 1, 2024, the Solemnity of Mary Mother of God, the Most Rev. Francis Leo released a Pastoral Letter, "Seeking the Kingdom of God Above and Beyond All Other Things." The letter is directed to the People of...Monday, January 01, 2024 -
Christmas Message from Archbishop Francis LeoChristmas Message from Archbishop Francis Leo Praised be Jesus Christ. My dear brothers and sisters, I wish to bring warm Christmas greetings to all of you and your families as faithful Catholics throughout the Archdiocese of Toronto. This is...Sunday, December 24, 2023 -
Registration Open for New Cycle of Formation CoursesIn partnership with the University of Dayton in Ohio, the Archdiocese of Toronto is once again offering a discounted rate for the upcoming cycle of online courses and seminars offered by the Virtual Learning Community for Faith Formation at...Tuesday, December 19, 2023 -
Archdiocese of Toronto Allocates over $2.7 Million to Support Eight Indigenous Healing & Reconciliation ProjectsOn this National Day of Prayer in Solidarity with Indigenous Peoples, the Archdiocese of Toronto announced the allocation of more than $2.7 million to fund 8 different projects that will assist in the healing and reconciliation journey with First...Tuesday, December 12, 2023 -
Archbishop Leo's Message for HanukkahMy dear brothers and sisters in Christ, As Catholic Christians, we are in the midst of our Advent celebrations, the solemn and sacred preparation for the celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ, Our Lord and Saviour, on Christmas Day...Monday, December 11, 2023 -
Radio Maria Canada’s “A Celestial Night” GalaLast month, the Most Rev. Francis Leo, Archbishop of Toronto, had the opportunity to attend Radio Maria Canada’s “A Celestial Night” dinner at Venu Event Space in Vaughan, Ont. The event, a fundraiser for the 24...Friday, December 08, 2023 -
Faithful Service Recognized with Papal HonoursThe Most Rev. Francis Leo, Archbishop of Toronto, presented Papal Honours to six people during Mass on November 30 at St. Michael's Cathedral Basilica in downtown Toronto. Papal Honours provide an opportunity to recognize individuals who have exhibited...Friday, December 01, 2023 -
Canadian Bishops Oppose Euthanasia in Catholic Health FacilitiesThe Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops (CCCB) have issued a statement on the non-permissibility of euthanasia and assisted suicide within Canadian health organizations with a Catholic identity. Issued on November 30, the statement highlights the fact that, "despite...Thursday, November 30, 2023 -
Canadian Bishops Issue “Praedica Verbum” on the Evangelization of Young PeopleOn Sunday November 26, 2023, on the Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe, and World Youth Day, the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops (CCCB), with the approval of the Permanent Council, published Praedica Verbum: ...Sunday, November 26, 2023
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Archbishop Leo's Address from the 44th Annual Cardinal's Dinner44th Annual Cardinal’s Dinner – 14 November 2023Address by His Grace Most Rev. Francis Leo, Metropolitan Archbishop of Toronto Thank you, Mr. MacKinnon, for your kind words and for all your committed work in coordinating the organization of...Wednesday, November 15, 2023 -
Renew Toronto Conference for Young Adults a “Moving and Uplifting” ExperienceThe Office of Catholic Youth (OCY) of the Archdiocese of Toronto held their annual “Renew Toronto” conference for young adults on Saturday, November 4, 2023. The Most Rev. Francis Leo, Archbishop of Toronto, was on hand to...Tuesday, November 14, 2023 -
Archbishop Leo visits Legacy Society at St. Paul’s Basilica; U of T Students in MississaugaHis Grace, the Most Rev. Francis Leo, Archbishop of Toronto, recently visited St. Paul’s Basilica in downtown Toronto to celebrate Mass for members of the Legacy Society. In his homily. Archbishop Leo spoke about the importance of prayer...Thursday, November 09, 2023 -
"Concrete Ways to Renew Practices in Family Holiness" Webinar Recording ReleasedThe Standing Committee for Family and Life of the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops (CCCB) have shared the video recording from their webinar titled, "Concrete Ways to Renew Practices in Family Holiness." The webinar featured Msgr. Philippe Bordeyne, President of...Tuesday, November 07, 2023
