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Catholic Education Week – May 3-8, 2020
Every year during Catholic Education Week, the Archdiocese of Toronto recognizes the dedication of Catholic teachers, students, parents, staff and everyone who supports Catholic education. Catholic education offers a wonderful opportunity to pass the faith onto another generation and to...
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Pray for Nova Scotia
Cardinal Thomas Collins, Archbishop of Toronto, offered Tuesday’s Mass at St. Michael’s Cathedral Basilica to the people of Nova Scotia, after the terrible violence that occurred there on the weekend.
“Today, I think especially, we...
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Cardinal Collins Good Friday Homily
Cardinal Thomas Collins, Archbishop of Toronto, gave the homily below at St. Michael's Cathedral Basilica on Good Friday, 2020.
Many years ago, when I was in university, I devoted myself very much to the study of English literature, to...
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Thank You for This Holy Week
Holy Week 2020 was unusual, but the Archdiocese of Toronto is grateful to all those who found creative ways to celebrate this most sacred season.
Some notable examples our resilient spirit during this Holy Week include:
More than 300,000...
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Remembering Fr. Frederick Mazzarella
Fr. Frederick Mazzarella, a long-time and much-loved priest of the Archdiocese of Toronto, died on Good Friday from complications of lung cancer.
During his 87 years, Fr. Fred served as a missionary in Central America, a hospital chaplain...
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How to Watch Holy Week in the Archdiocese of Toronto
Our love and concern for our neighbours means that during the COVID-19 pandemic, sadly, there will not be public Holy Week ceremonies in the Archdiocese of Toronto this year. This is a distressing time for the faithful, but this...
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Join Cardinal Collins for Lectio Divina on Sunday, April 5
The Sunday, April 5th session of Lectio Divina is going ahead as planned, even though St. Michael’s Cathedral Basilica will be closed to the public. Thanks to technology, Cardinal Thomas Collins, Archbishop of Toronto, will lead us in...
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Cardinal's Message on COVID-19 - March 24, 2020
March 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...
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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...
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Cardinal’s Message on COVID-19
To 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...
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Coronavirus Update — March 10, 2020
The 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...
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Update on Coronavirus
ews 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...
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Statement from Cardinal Thomas Collins Regarding Jean Vanier
An 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...
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Tickets Almost Sold Out for the 2020 Ordinandi Dinner
Only 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...