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Delegation visits Typhoon Haiyan-affected communities in the Philippines
When Typhoon Haiyan struck the Philippines on November 8, 2013, parishes and schools in the Archdiocese of Toronto sprang into action, raising over $2.2 million for humanitarian relief (matched by the...
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Rise and shine, it’s that time!
“See you in September” are the words of a popular song that is a June radio favourite. It speaks to the seemingly distant month that beckons a return to school. Questions absent from the breakfast...
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Go Old School at your New School
At 2,000 years old, the Catholic Church is what you might call "old school." But that doesn't mean you have to leave your faith behind when you head off to college or university this fall. On campuses...
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A meeting of Saints in Midland
Pope John Paul II arriving in Midland, Ontario.Credit: © Concacan Inc., 1984.Thirty years ago, John Paul II became the first Pope to set foot in Canada. Over the course of 12 days, the Polish pontiff...
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What is a Synod of Bishops?
On October 5-19, Pope Francis will meet with bishops from around the world. The gathering, known as a "Synod of Bishops", will discuss "Pastoral Challenges to the Family in the Context of...
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'App'-ropriate Technology for Evangelization
In recent weeks, two tech giants announced the release of new phones. The hype was significant, as industry insiders speculated about these devices for months.Blackberry Passport. Photo from...
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The power of prayer and pennies
This week bore special significance for St. Michael’s Cathedral. Most obviously, Monday was the feast of the Archangels—including St. Michael, the patron of the cathedral and our Archdiocese. Cardinal...
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Faces of Our Faith: Manny Vargas, Assistant Foreman, Catholic Cemeteries and...
Today we are featuring an assistant foreman with Catholic Cemeteries and Funeral Services. Manny Vargas is a husband, father to four and a new grandfather to a 5 month-old granddaughter. Manny is...
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How will Francis affect the Synod?
As the Synod of Bishops on the family gets underway at the Vatican, all eyes remain on Pope Francis. Whose ideas will resonate with the pontiff? Will he steer the conversation of the assembled “Synod...
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Conclusion of the Extraordinary Synod on the Family
Synod Fathers from around the world gathered in Rome from October 5-19, 2014. Photo from here.Sunday, October 19 marked the conclusion of the Extraordinary Synod on the Family in Rome. The proceedings...
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Faces of Our Faith: Suzanne Scorsone, Director of Research
Dr. Suzanne Scorsone has a longstanding legacy in the Archdiocese of Toronto. She started on contract almost 35 years ago writing a report for Cardinal Carter as he prepared to participate in the 1980...
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Full Text: Cardinal Collins' Address, 35th Annual Cardinal's Dinner
Cardinal Collins address the 1,600 guests present at the 35th Annual Cardinal's Dinner, November 6, 201435th Annual Cardinal’s Dinner – November 6, 2014Cardinal Thomas Collins, Archbishop of...
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University of Toronto St. Michael’s College Theology Faculty Convocation: November 8, 2014I: The Ecclesial Vocation of the TheologianAt his first Chrism Mass, Pope Francis spoke of the mission of...
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Typhoon Haiyan: One Year Later
November 8, 2014 marked the one-year anniversary of Typhoon Haiyan. The record-breaking tropical cyclone devastated parts of Southeast Asia, killing 6,300 people in the Philippines alone. This week...
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Coffee with Mary
While she didn’t arrive on donkey, as she is historically known to do, the Archdiocese of Toronto was pleased to welcome Mary of Nazareth this week as she entered the chancery office on foot.To be more...
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The Year of Consecrated Life
The weekend of November 29/30 marks the launch of the Year of Consecrated Life. Pope Francis called for this year of commemoration after meeting with 120 superior generals of religious orders,...
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Sharing #ouradvent Traditions
This Advent, we encourage you to share your personal or family Advent traditions on social media using the hashtag #ouradvent. Feel free to share pictures or stories! Below, a sampling of people from...
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Full Text: Cardinal Collins' Address, All Party Interfaith National...
Parliament Hill – December 2, 2014Good morning. I am so pleased to be with you today in this historic building that is the visible sign of the parliamentary democracy which we all treasure. Here, on...
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Your "Vaticanation" Awaits
Winter weather has officially arrived in the Archdiocese of Toronto. As we dig out our snow shovels, heavy coats and windshield scrapers, many of us are thinking the same thing: when can I take a...
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Thousands of Catholics will experience God’s forgiveness during the Day of Confessions on Wednesday, December 10.At most of the 225 parishes in the Archdiocese of Toronto, a priest will be available to...
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How Good it is that We Are Here
Eduardo and Nina Wijangco are parishioners at St. Patrick's Parish in Markham. Below, they share memories of their recent pilgrimage to the Holy Land with a group from the Archdiocese of...
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Peace building: No experience Required
Fr. Nawras Sammour, SJIn the autumn of 2010, Fr. Nawras Sammour, SJ was appointed Regional Director for Jesuit Refugee Service (JRS) Middle East and North Africa, based in his home country of Syria. In...
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Saints, Synods and Steubenville: A Year in Review
If you're a hiker, you'll know how encouraging it is to get to the top of a hill and look back at how far you’ve walked. When your feet are sore and the path stretches forever into the future, it’s...
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Marriage: A Nurturing Grace
The reflection below is written by Tony and Tessie Lopez, parishioners at Holy Spirit in Scarborough. Marriage Sunday is celebrated in the Archdiocese of Toronto on February 7/8, 2015. Thank you to all...
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"Around the Arch" Has a New Home!
In recent weeks you may have noticed changes to the Archdiocese of Toronto website, www.archtoronto.org. This project of updating our site was an important initiative intended to better serve the...
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