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FROM A SERMON PREACHED BY POPE JOHN PAUL II
The Evangelist John makes us share in the emotion felt by the Apostles in their meeting with Christ after his Resurrection.
Our attention focuses on the gesture of the Master, who transmits to the fearful, astounded...
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ALLELUIA !
Here are some words Pope John Paul II preached at the Easter Vigil in 2004. “Why do you seek the living among the dead? He is not here, but has risen” These words of the two men dressed...
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HOSANNA ! (OH LORD, SAVE US!)
Palm Sunday recalls Our Lord’s triumphal entry into Jerusalem at the very beginning of the same week in which He would be arrested, tortured, condemned to death and executed on the cross.
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Regional Mass of Welcome for Archbishop Francis Leo
A regional Mass of Welcome will take place in each region of the archdiocese, providing an opportunity for the faithful to come together to welcome Archbishop Leo to the archdiocese. The events are scheduled at the following locations:
Regional Mass...
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Homily of Mass of Installation of the Most Rev. Francis Leo
Homily of Mass of Installation of the Most Rev. Francis Leo
Archbishop of Toronto
St. Michael’s Cathedral Basilica
25 March 2023 - Solemnity of the Annunciation of the Lord
Praised be Jesus Christ!
Brothers and Sisters, Family, Friends...
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VEILED CROSSES
It is Passiontide and the images in church are hidden from our sight. When Easter comes the joyful contrast will be all the greater.
Meanwhile we focus more on God. When we look around church today...
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THE MAN BORN BLIND
"As Jesus walked along he saw a man who had been blind from birth."
The disciples react in a very human way. "Who sinned, this man, or his parents, for him to...
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A Gift of Prayer for Pope Francis
In recognition of the tenth anniversary of the pontificate of Pope Francis on March 13, an online prayer initiative has been created.
All are welcome to participate in offering one or more Hail Marys for Pope Francis on or before...
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I WHO AM SPEAKING TO YOU, I AM HE
Today’s Gospel story
is one of growth, conversion and revelation.
Jesus meets the Samaritan woman at Jacob’s well. Here, where centuries before...
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Path to Priesthood: Ordinandi Dinner 2023
The 33rd annual Ordinandi Dinner will take place on the evening of Thursday, March 9 at the Pearson Convention Centre in Brampton.
This year’s dinner, organized by local Serra International clubs, will see eight transitional deacons sharing...
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MY SON, THE CHOSEN ONE
Christ is the Lord of glory as we hear in today's Gospel of the Transfiguration. At first sight it seems strange to hear this account in Lent, the season of austerity, and preparation for Holy Week. Yet we must...
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THE TEMPTATIONS IN THE WILDERNESS
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 of Our Lord in...
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LENT IS AROUND THE CORNER
On Wednesday the holy season of Lent begins our long yearly journey towards Calvary and Easter. We call it a “journey” not only because it takes over seven weeks to complete, but because it begins a long way...
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Pope Francis Appoints Bishop Francis Leo as Archbishop of Toronto
Auxiliary Bishop of Montreal named 13th Archbishop of Toronto, resignation of Cardinal Thomas Collins accepted by Holy Father
Pope Francis has appointed Bishop Francis Leo, currently Auxiliary Bishop of the Archdiocese of Montreal, as the 13th Archbishop of Toronto. The...
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THE ALL-SEEING EYE OF GOD
“His eyes are on those who fear him; he notes every action of man. He never commanded anyone to be godless; he has given no one permission to sin.” These words from the Book of Ecclesiasticus (today&rsquo...