Showing Content > Filtered By > News
-
Looking Back at the Indigenous Delegation to Rome
Pope Francis has concluded his meetings with Indigenous delegates in the Vatican to learn more about the legacy of Canada’s residential school system and to apologize for abuses that occurred there.
The Holy Father said that listening to...
-
PARISH LENTEN MISSION
The Crucifixion of Christ According to St. Augustine Monday April 11, 2022 @ 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
St. Augustine’s reflections on the crucifixion explains how Christ is close to fallen souls and those who suffer from...
-
LAETARE (REJOICE) SUNDAY (4TH SUNDAY OF LENT)
Act of Consecration
Today we rejoice, because Easter, the Feast of our Salvation, is drawing near. Jerusalem, of which the Introit speaks, is the symbol on earth of our Mother, the Church, which is "God's House".
 ...
-
-
-
Updated Covid-19 Protocols Coming into Effect on Monday, March 21
The Archdiocese of Toronto has followed the Government of Ontario’s Covid-19 guidance throughout the pandemic. Last week, the provincial government announced the end of public masking requirements in most settings effective Monday, March 21, 2022. The health...
-
HOLY WEEK SCHEDULE
PALM SUNDAY - April 10:
8:00 am| 9:30 am| 11:00 am| 12:30 pm| 6:00 pm
HOLY THURSDAY - April 14: | 7:30 pm
GOOD FRIDAY - April 15 |12:00 pm | 3:00 pm
Stations of the Cross...
-
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...
-
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...
-
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...
-
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...
-
-
-
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...
-
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...
-
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.
-
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...
-
-
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...
-
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...