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Cardinal Collins' Letter on Holy Week During the COVID-19 PandemicDear Father, In this time of tribulation, we as priests of Jesus Christ, are all the more called to deepen our exercise of this sacred ministry to the glory of God and the service of His people. Each day we...Posted: Mar-27-2020 -
Extraordinary Urbi et Orbi Blessing from Pope Francis on March 27In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Pope Francis will offer an extraordinary blessing of Urbi et Orbi on Friday, March 27, 2020 at 1 p.m. Eastern Time (6 p.m. Rome time). All those who are present for...Posted: Mar-25-2020
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Cardinal's Message on COVID-19 - March 24, 2020March 24, 2020 – 10:00 a.m. Dear Father, In order to assist in limiting the spread of the COVID-19 virus, we have already cancelled the public celebration of the sacraments, including the Eucharist. In view of the...Posted: Mar-24-2020
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Cardinal's Message on COVID-19 - March 17, 2020 (Updated)Please note this document was updated on Friday, March 20, 2020 to clarify the Cardinal's direction on issues related to funerals) My dear faithful of the Archdiocese of Toronto, I wish to provide you with a further update on...Posted: Mar-17-2020
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Lenten Reflection (Week 3): Woman at the WellIn this third week of Lent, Fr. Joshua Roldan of Holy Martyrs of Japan Parish in Bradford reflects on the story of the woman at the well. Fr. Roldan discusses how there is a greater message behind...Posted: Mar-13-2020 -
Cardinal’s Message on COVID-19To the faithful of the Archdiocese of Toronto, In light of the present situation unfolding before us regarding the coronavirus (COVID-19) worldwide, our primary concern is the spiritual and physical health and welfare of the faithful and of all...Posted: Mar-13-2020
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Coronavirus Update — March 10, 2020The Archdiocese of Toronto continues to work with health officials to monitor the local situation regarding active cases of the coronavirus (COVID-19). At this time, Cardinal Collins has asked all parishes to implement the following measures: At the Sign...Posted: Mar-10-2020
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Faith and Reason Lecture: Before Church and StateAs part of its “Faith and Reason” lecture series, the Newman Centre at the University of Toronto is hosting what is sure to be a fascinating talk on Thursday, March 12, starting at 7 p.m. Andrew Willard...Posted: Mar-09-2020
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Lenten Reflection (Week 2): Transfiguration of ChristIn this second week of Lent, Bishop Robert Kasun of the Central Region reflects on the transfiguration of Christ. Bishop Kasun discusses how each of us can achieve the glory of the new and resurrected life. Lenten Reflection (Week 2...Posted: Mar-06-2020 -
Update on Coronavirusews coverage of the number of coronavirus (COVID-19) cases worldwide has led to some understandable concern among the faithful. The number of cases in the province of Ontario remain low, with 17 confirmed positive cases of the coronavirus as...Posted: Mar-03-2020
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Lenten Reflection (Week 1): Temptations of ChristIn this first week of Lent, Msgr. Michael Busch of St. Jerome's Parish in Brampton reflects on the temptations of Christ. Msgr. Busch discusses how those temptations that Christ faced in the desert relate to our lives today...Posted: Feb-28-2020 -
Ash Wednesday Message from Cardinal CollinsIn his Ash Wednesday message, Cardinal Thomas Collins, the Archbishop of Toronto, reflects upon the liturgical season of Lent and the use of ashes. Using Matthew 4:17 as a basis for his reflection, His Eminence challenges Catholics, and all...Posted: Feb-25-2020 -
Statement from Cardinal Thomas Collins, Archbishop of Toronto re Introduction of Bill C-7: An Act to amend the Criminal Code (medical assistance in dying)The federal government has introduced new legislation expanding the eligibility criteria for euthanasia. The inaccurate term, medical assistance in dying (MAiD), is currently used to describe what this law would allow, but this process is more accurately called euthanasia or...Posted: Feb-25-2020
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Statement from Cardinal Thomas Collins Regarding Jean VanierAn investigation has revealed very disturbing behaviour by Jean Vanier, revered and loved by so many, both in Canada and around the world. The news is tragic and heartwrenching. We pray for the victims of abuse, mindful of their immeasurable...Posted: Feb-22-2020
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A Celebration of Love: Marriage Sunday 2020Love was in the air at St. Isaac Jogues Parish in Pickering on February 9, as couples celebrating milestone anniversaries were invited to share in a special Mass and celebration with Cardinal Thomas Collins, Archbishop of Toronto. The celebration was...Posted: Feb-20-2020 -
Office for Refugees, Archdiocese of Toronto Looks Back on a Successful 2019The Office for Refugees, Archdiocese of Toronto (ORAT) had another impressive year in 2019. ORAT lives out the Gospels by helping refugees from around the world who are seeking a fresh start in Canada. Some highlights from 2019 include: 528...Posted: Feb-19-2020
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Tickets Almost Sold Out for the 2020 Ordinandi DinnerOnly a handful of tickets remain available for the 2020 Ordinandi Dinner happening on March 3, 2020 at the Pearson Convention Center at 2638 Steeles Ave. E., in Brampton, Ont. A reception begins at 5 p.m. and the program...Posted: Feb-11-2020
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Stewardship Reflection: Going the Extra MileStewardship is about deep transformation. It is about getting people excited to offer their time, talent and treasure to make parishes — and the archdiocese as a whole — more vibrant. But sometimes we have problems thinking about stewardship. To...Posted: Feb-11-2020
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Welcoming Arms: A Model for EcumenismWelcoming Arms is an ecumenical service project that brings together various Christian churches in Aurora, Ont. It serves over 500 individuals through visits to its support programs each month. Our Lady of Grace Parish in Aurora is one of...Posted: Feb-07-2020 -
Registration Open for Steubenville Toronto: Canada’s Largest Catholic Youth ConferenceCatholic youth in grades 9-12 are invited to Steubenville Toronto, happening from July 3-5, 2020, at the Ontario Tech University in Oshawa, Ont. The Office of Catholic Youth, in partnership with the Franciscan University of Steubenville, is bringing...Posted: Feb-03-2020
