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Journey through Advent

Presented by the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops, Most Rev. Wayne Lobsinger, Auxiliary Bishop of Hamilton, reflects on the Scriptures for the Third Sunday of Advent.

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Day of Confessions

This Advent, parishes in the Archdiocese of Toronto will be holding a Day of Confessions between December 14 and 20.

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ShareLife Parish Campaign

Between November 3 and December 31, your gift to ShareLife will be matched dollar-for-dollar, up to $500,000, thanks to a generous anonymous parishioner.

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Friars Student Writing Contest 2026

We invite Ontario secondary school students to submit an essay on the theme of the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity. Submission deadline is January 12, 2026.

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Humanitarian Relief – Hurricane Melissa & Typhoon Kalmaegi

The Archdiocese of Toronto is accepting donations and will channel funds through our Catholic partners in the Caribbean and Asia to support relief efforts underway in both regions.

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Jubilee of Prisoners

Deacon Kevin Daudlin reflects on the Friends of Dismas ministry in light of the Jubilee of Prisoners celebration.

Seeing Advent's Light

Neil Yapp, Communications Manager for the Office of Public Relations and Communications, reflects on finding light amidst the darkness this Advent.

Praying for Unity

The Week of Prayer for Christian Unity is an annual ecumenical celebration that takes place from January 18 to 25.

Building Up the Faith

In light of the Shepherds' Trust collection, a look at how Msgr. Michael Busch's vocation of bringing to life beautiful churches inspires faith.

Faith and Fitness

The Office of Catholic Youth's Faith and Fitness initiative promotes physical activity and nurtures spiritual growth and community among young adults.

World Day of the Poor

Read the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops' pastoral letter titled "Our Daily Bread: Food Security and the Call to Solidarity."

A Note on Prayer

Resources from the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops to help all of us as we seek to grow in the life of prayer.

Jubilee Year 2025

Learn how to join in the Archdiocese of Toronto celebrations in 2025!

Latest News

Cardinal Leo Affirms Concerns of Canadian Bishops re: Bill C-9

5 December 2025 My dear brothers and sisters in Christ, I write to you today to convey my...

Cardinal Leo's Message for Advent

Message for Advent30 November 2025His Eminence Frank Cardinal LeoMetropolitan Archbishop of Toronto My Dear Brothers and Sisters, I...

Holy Family Parish Shifts Focus from Maintenance to Mission with Renovation Complete

On Dec. 12, Holy Family Parish in Whitby, Ont., officially opened its new atrium, meeting spaces, renovated offices...

2025 National Day of Prayer in Solidarity with Indigenous Peoples

The National Day of Prayer in Solidarity with Indigenous Peoples is celebrated on December 12 every year, on...

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His Eminence Frank Cardinal Leo invites the faithful to read his 2025 Pastoral Letter "That Blessed Upper Room."

Jubilee Year 2025 - Pilgrims of Hope

The Catholic Church worldwide is celebrating a special Jubilee Year in 2025. May this Holy Year provide a grace-filled opportunity to nurture the seeds of faith for you and your loved ones, immersing ourselves as Pilgrims of Hope into a year-long journey of prayer, witness and service drawing on the example of Jesus, our Lord.

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Events

Simbang Gabi 2025 at St. Anthony of Padua Parish

St. Anthony of Padua Parish invites you to Simbang Gabi - a devotional...

Dec-16-2025 - Dec-24-2025

St. Anthony of Padua Parish

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Advent Festival of Nine Lessons & Carols: Praying and Singing with Other Christians

AN IN-PERSON EVENT RECOMMENDED BY THE OFFICE FOR ECUMENICAL AND INTERFAITH...

Dec-21-2025 - Dec-21-2025

Yorkminster Park Baptist Church Toronto

Confronting the "Final Solution": Teaching the Holocaust with Care and Courage

AN ONLINE COURSE RECOMMENDED BY THE OFFICE FOR ECUMENICAL AND INTERFAITH RELATIONS...

Jan-05-2026 - Jan-05-2026

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Eucharistic Miracles of the World Exhibit at St. Anthony of Padua Parish

This event starts on January 10 and runs until January 25. ...

Jan-10-2026 - Jan-10-2026

St. Anthony of Padua Parish, Brampton

Exploring Christian Theology for Dialogue with Judaism

AN ONLINE EVENT RECOMMENDED BY THE OFFICE FOR ECUMENICAL AND INTERFAITH RELATIONSDr...

Jan-14-2026 - Jan-14-2026

Online

Annual Week of Prayer for Christian Unity Prayer Service 2026

AN IN-PERSON EVENT SPONSORED BY THE OFFICE FOR ECUMENICAL AND INTERFAITH...

Jan-18-2026 - Jan-18-2026

Runnymede United Church, 432 Runnymede Rd, Toronto

Men Silent Retreat: Pilgrims of Hope: Guided by the Past, Inspired by the Future.

Men Ignatian Retreat: As people of faith, we journey together as pilgrims...

Jan-23-2026 - Jan-25-2026

Manresa Jesuit Spiritual Renewal Centre

Day of Reflection - Eucharist -- Church. Where We Learn A Spirituality of Encounter & Service.

Day of Reflection for Men/Women: We will reflect and pray on...

Jan-26-2026 - Jan-26-2026

Manresa Jesuit Spiritual Renewal Centre

Contribute to the Community

Volunteer your time, talent and treasure to the catholic community both at the parish level and our larger community. Take a look at the various opportunities to support below.

Time

Monetary donations are not the only way to give back to your local community and archdiocese at large. Take a look at the various volunteer opportunities in the Archdiocese of Toronto.

Talent

If you are interested in learning more about the spirituality of "deep stewardship" or represent a parish community looking for practical resources to help you more deeply engage your parishioners in parish life, click here!

Treasure

There are various charities that you can donate to as well as your local parish community. Consider a donation to any of these worthy causes.

That Blessed Upper Room

Cardinal Leo's pastoral letter invites us to reflect on the significance of The Upper Room in our lives, our families and in our communities of faith.