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Celebrating 50 years of the Diaconate
September 30 marks the 50th anniversary of the Permanent Diaconate in the Archdiocese of Toronto. Deacon Steve Pitre, Coordinator of Diaconal Ministry, reflects on this special milestone.
1. What celebrations are planned to commemorate this milestone anniversary?
We will...
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St. Clare Refugee Committee
In 2015, St Clare & our parishioners, initiated the process, of assisting a young Togolese refugee emigrate to Canada. We are happy to announce that Bernard, may arrive as early as October! We are in great need of volunteers who...
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Backpacks for Children in Need
AGAIN THIS WEEKEND, we invite you to help provide a backpack for a student-in-need to help. If you didn’t get a chance to sign up last weekend, please come down to the Hall today after Mass...
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Living the Gospel Through ShareLife
The weekend of Sunday, March 27 is the first ShareLife parish special collection of 2022. ShareLife is one of the principal ways that the Archdiocese of Toronto lives by the Gospel by helping our neighbours in need. Below, Arthur Peters...
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Support Ukraine
LET’S SUPPORT THE UKRAINE
Please use the link below for information about supporting the Ukraine during their time of crisis via Development and Peace.
https://www.devp.org/en/wp_press_release/solidarity-prayers-and-support-for-ukraine...
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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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New Beginnings...
Through Catholic Family Services and the Archdiocese of Toronto, is a ministry for those who have suffered a loss through separation, divorce or bereavement. “New Beginnings” is offering the following support sessions for anyone who is interested. Please...
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Remember a Gift for ShareLife This Christmas
As we enter a new stage of the pandemic, we may feel tempted to despair. But Advent is a season of hope – a hope that invites the Lord to transform our hearts and, through us, our communities. We can...
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Coats for Kids
The Knights of Columbus are again raising funds for Coats for Kids, where we acquire new winter coats for needy families. We have already ordered and secured six boxes of coats, and we are in the process of having...
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Vincent De Paul Society Christmas Sponsorship Program
As you know, the St. Vincent de Paul Society is working on a Christmas gift giving program to help the many members of our community who are in need.
This year, we are asking donors to provide gift cards. ...
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ShareLife Special Collection Weekend: October 2/3
There will be a special parish collections for ShareLife on October 2/3. We're currently at 63 per cent of our 2021 parish campaign goal, so if you are able, please give generously at your parish or on the...
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Update on CNEWA’s Work in Lebanon
On August 4, 2020, a terrible explosion rocked Beirut, Lebanon. In the blind of an eye, more than 200 people were dead and thousands were injured. The Archdiocese of Toronto quickly established a relief fund to support the victims, which...
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Virtual Fundraiser
Raffle & 50/50 tickets are 10 for $20 and can be purchased after the Masses!
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St. Vincent De Paul Society Fund Raising Campaign
Due to COVID restrictions and students working from home, it is not expected that backpacks would need replacing this year and so, the SVDP Society will be holding a Fundraising Campaign instead.
Without the usual contributions to the Poor...