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A Spirituality of WaitingA reflection on the book “A Spirituality of Waiting” authored by Henri Nouwen (1993) seems worth considering for this advent. As Nouwen has affirmed, waiting is not a very popular posture. Many consider waiting a waste...Posted: Nov-10-2022 -
A Faithful ShepherdIn light of the annual Shepherds' Trust collection for retired priests taking place this weekend (Nov. 12/13), here's a look at how Fr. Vitaliano Papais continues to serve the community as a faithful shepherd. Retirement is typically...Posted: Nov-09-2022 -
Red Wednesday: United with our Persecuted Brothers and SistersPontifical Charity Aid to the Church in Need (ACN)’s annual Red Wednesday campaign — taking place on November 16 this year — aims to shed light on the persecution and discrimination of Christians around the world. ACN&rsquo...Posted: Nov-08-2022 -
THE POWER OF HOPEAs we near the end of the liturgical year, the scripture readings focus on the end of times, especially on how the resurrection of Jesus is the linchpin of Christian faith, the source of our hope and the cause of...Posted: Nov-06-2022 -
Mother Teresa: No Greater LoveTo mark the 25th anniversary of Mother Teresa’s death, the Knights of Columbus produced the film Mother Teresa: No Greater Love – a tribute to this spiritual icon. Below, Director and Writer David Naglieri weighs in on the...Posted: Oct-27-2022 -
The Value of Patristic Studies in the Modern AgeThe leadership at St. Augustine’s Seminary is designing a Licentiate program in Patristics – it will be the first program dedicated to Patristics in Canada when it rolls out in the 2023-2024 academic year. Fr. Robert John...Posted: Oct-18-2022 -
POWER OF PERSEVERENCEToday’s first reading (Ex. 17:8-13) presents us with a striking image of prayer. As Israel engages in battle with the forces of Amalek, Moses stands on top of a hill and prays with his hands...Posted: Oct-15-2022 -
GratitudeThis week the praying assembly ponders gratitude as a necessary spiritual posture for disciples. Two models of gratitude are held out for our edification and encouragement. One is a leprous Syrian General called Naaman whose cure has been...Posted: Oct-09-2022
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St. Ann’s Food Bank a Community Staple at Thanksgiving and Year-RoundSt. Ann’s Food Bank is a ministry run through St. Ann’s Parish in downtown Toronto that assists those in need both within the parish and the surrounding area. A member agency of the Daily Bread Food...Posted: Oct-07-2022 -
Faith As Consecration“Increase Our Faith”. This is the request made by the disciples of Jesus as featured in today’s Gospel. This is the request that must be made daily by all who would be Jesus’ disciples...Posted: Oct-02-2022
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Celebrating 50 years of the DiaconateSeptember 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...Posted: Sep-28-2022 -
The Great ReversalIf the parable of the rich man and Lazarus in today’s Gospel (Lk. 16:19-31) is a fine example of the theme of “great reversal” found in Luke, the first reading from the prophet...Posted: Sep-24-2022
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Exploring Faith Through the Great OutdoorsThe Federation of North American Explorers (FNE) is a Catholic youth movement in the scouting tradition. FNE is formally recognized by the Holy See as a Catholic lay movement. Founder Paul Ritchie shares an overview below. 1. What is the...Posted: Sep-20-2022 -
Teaching as Vocation – A Look at the Catholic Teachers’ GuildThe Catholic Teachers’ Guild is a lay association in the archdiocese that aims to strengthen teachers’ vocations through formation events, study groups, lectures and mutual fraternal support. As the new school year kicks off, President Andrew Hume reflects...Posted: Sep-09-2022 -
Sposi Novelli Newlywed BlessingWith wedding season in full swing, some newlyweds are starting their marriage off in a special way – with a visit to the Vatican to receive a blessing from the Pope. The sposi novelli blessing for newlyweds takes place at...Posted: Aug-22-2022 -
New Digital Archive Highlights Parish HistoriesThe Archives of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Toronto has launched a new digital collection’s portal, ARCAT Online. Frances O’Regan, Director of Archives, provides an overview below. 1. What is ARCAT Online? ARCAT Online is a...Posted: Aug-03-2022 -
From Moving Chairs to Celebrating the Vespers: A Seminarian’s Papal Visit ExperienceMichael Beaupré is a seminarian at St. Augustine’s Seminary in Toronto. Below he shares his experiences during the papal visit as a Métis person and a Catholic. 1. What made you decide to drive to...Posted: Jul-29-2022 -
Salt + Light documentary invites us on a journey of healing and reconciliationAs Pope Francis’ pastoral visit to Canada kicks off this Sunday, July 24, Salt + Light Media has released Walking Together to help Canadians appreciate the broader story of the journey toward a meaningful reconciliation. Fr. Alan Fogarty, Executive Producer...Posted: Jul-22-2022 -
ABOUT SAINT EDITH STEIN ST. TERESA BENEDICT OF THE CROSSSUMMER BULLETIN Our weekly bulletin is a taking a summer break . We would like to wish all our parishioners a very enjoyable, prayerful and safe summer. ABOUT SAINT EDITH STEIN ST. TERESA BENEDICT OF THE CROSS The youngest of...Posted: Jun-25-2022
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GALLERY: ORAT Holds Dinner to Thank Cardinal Collins for His Leadership in Refugee ResettlementOn Saturday, June 18, 2022, the Office for Refugees, Archdiocese of Toronto (ORAT) and a number of Eastern Rite Catholic and Orthodox communities expressed their thanks to Cardinal Thomas Collins, Archbishop of Toronto. Since 2009, his leadership and support of...Posted: Jun-24-2022
