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THE JOURNEY TO JERUSALEM
Just as the Gospel of the First Sunday of Lent always relates Our Lord’s Temptations in the Wilderness, so the Gospel of the Second Sunday is always an account of the Transfiguration of Our...
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Tax Receipt Information
The Archdiocese of Toronto is always grateful for your generous donations. Your gifts ensure that we can fulfill our Christian mission by spreading the Gospel and assisting our neighbours in need.
With tax season upon us, hopefully most of our...
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Aid to Ukraine
The Archdiocese of Toronto has launched a humanitarian relief effort to help the Ukrainian people. Donations will support the Office for Refugees, Archdiocese of Toronto (ORAT) and the Catholic Near East Welfare Association (CNEWA). CNEWA is a papal agency with...
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Prayer, Fasting and Alms for Ukraine
In response to the tragedy unfolding in Ukraine, Pope Francis has announced a “Day for Fasting and Peace” to take place on Ash Wednesday, March 2.
“I encourage believers in a special way to dedicate themselves intensely...
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Statement from the CCCB on the Russian Invasion of Ukraine
The Executive Committee of the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops (CCCB) condemns the escalation of tensions and violence in the Ukraine marked by Russia’s invasion, which was seen today, Thursday, February 24, 2022, in the form of militarization...
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LENTEN ROSARY OF HEALING WITH DEACON GEORGE
Wednesdays 6:30 pm - March 02, 09, 16, 23 April 06, 13
An opportunity to pray the rosary for our loved ones who suffer from addictions, distractions and doubts which have led them away from family, friends, church and faith...
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CHURCH RESTRICTION CHANGES
We are pleased to share news that as of Tuesday, March 1, St. Joseph Parish will be able to offer 100% seating capacity with no physical distancing restrictions. Please note that masks will still be required.
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LENT IS AROUND THE CORNER
At the very beginning of Lent we hear of Our Lord’s forty day fast in preparation for his public ministry which would lead him through His Passion and Death to His Resurrection. The Temptations...
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Quick Update on COVID-19 Restrictions
On Thursday, February 17, the Government of Ontario will once again be easing some COVID-19 restrictions. In some settings, this will mean greater capacity numbers. However, in places of worship that do not require proof of vaccination, there is...
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Celebrate Marriage This Sunday
Marriage is a cornerstone of life, society and the Church. And although the Holy Spirit is always with us, married life isn’t always easy. As Pope Francis wrote in a 2021 letter to married couples:
Marriage, as...
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OUR LORD REJECTED BY HIS OWN
Today’s Gospel is St. Luke’s account of the teaching of the “Beatitudes”, by Our Lord. These are short phrases in which He declares the blessedness of those who suffer now, because they will receive...
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Virtual Ordinandi Dinner 2022
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Virtual Ordinandi Dinner
Sponsored by the Serra Foundation of Canada and the 6 Serra Clubs in the Archdiocese of Toronto to be held virtually on
Tuesday, March 1, 2022 @ 7pm
via youtube.com...
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15th Anniversary of Cardinal Collins’ Installation Mass
The past few weeks have been a time to mark a number of major milestones in Cardinal Thomas Collins’ life. Sunday, January 30, presents another important anniversary in Cardinal Collins’ ministry: the 15th anniversary of his installation Mass...
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OUR LORD REJECTED BY HIS OWN
In last Sunday’s Gospel passage, we heard how Our Lord returned to His home town of Nazareth for the first time after His Baptism and told the astonished townsfolk that Isaiah’s prophecy...