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Finding Hope through HopeLineFr. Dr. Matthew M. Durham, D.Min is the Executive Director, Hospice Palliative Care & Community Development, Saint Elizabeth Foundation. Fr. Durham shares his insights on the ‘HopeLine’ created by the Archdiocese of Toronto and operated by Saint...Posted: Nov-01-2024 -
Urgent appeal for support in Lebanon—Joint call for help and prayersWith the support of the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops (CCCB), Aid to the Church in Need Canada (ACN), Catholic Near East Welfare Association (CNEWA) Canada, and Development and Peace ― Caritas Canada (DPCC) are launching an appeal for...Posted: Oct-16-2024 -
CNEWA Canada Urges National Response for War in UkraineCatholic Near East Welfare Association (CNEWA) Canada is launching a campaign to raise $600,000 to supply ten hospitals in Ukraine with medical equipment, hygiene products and transportation. The appeal follows the news in July of a cruise missile striking...Posted: Sep-17-2024 -
Catholic Community Pledges $750,000 to Combat Hunger AnewFood insecurity is a pressing concern in our community. Recognizing the daily struggles that many families face to put food on their tables, the Catholic community is once again stepping forward to address this critical need. Following last year&rsquo...Posted: Aug-26-2024 -
Linda’s LegacyCountless cars cross the intersection of Leslie Street and Lawrence Avenue in Toronto’s North York every day. The intersection is like thousands of other intersections in Canada’s largest city. In one corner a gas station, in...Posted: Aug-05-2024 -
Living the Gospel Through ShareLifeThe weekend of Sunday, March 17 marks the first ShareLife Sunday of 2024. ShareLife is one of the principal ways that the Archdiocese of Toronto lives by the Gospel by helping our neighbours in need. Below, Arthur Peters, Executive Director...Posted: Mar-13-2024 -
Palliative Postcard Campaign (March 16-23)The Catholic Women’s League of our parish is distributing pre-printed postcards after all weekend Masses so parishioners can write to our Members of Parliament/Provincial Parliament asking for their urgent action to direct more resources to Palliative...Posted: Feb-26-2024 -
CWL Food DriveTHE CATHOLIC WOMEN’S LEAGUE of our parish is organizing a LENTEN ALMS-GIVING FOOD DRIVE – “GO MAKE A DIFFERENCE” from Saturday, February 17th to Saturday, March 2nd in support of two Scarborough...Posted: Feb-14-2024
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Catholic Charities Award and Scholarship Applications Now OpenCatholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Toronto (CCAT) are now accepting applications for a full array of scholarships and nominations for their Community Service Awards. Last year, 5 new scholarships were developed to support learners from diverse backgrounds and capacities...Posted: Jan-19-2024 -
Archbishop Leo's Address from the 44th Annual Cardinal's Dinner44th Annual Cardinal’s Dinner – 14 November 2023Address by His Grace Most Rev. Francis Leo, Metropolitan Archbishop of Toronto Thank you, Mr. MacKinnon, for your kind words and for all your committed work in coordinating the organization of...Posted: Nov-15-2023 -
New Scholarships Announced by Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of TorontoCatholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Toronto (CCAT) have announced the creation of new scholarships to support learners from a host of different backgrounds and capacities including newcomers and people seeking refuge in Canada, outstanding youth, and adults continuing their...Posted: Oct-23-2023 -
Archbishop Leo Visits Missionaries of Charity, St. Padre Pio ParishHis Grace, the Most Rev. Francis Leo, Archbishop of Toronto recently attended the Missionaries of Charity’s Mother Teresa Festival. The Missionaries of Charity Sisters are a religious community founded by Mother Teresa (now St. Teresa of Calcutta) in...Posted: Oct-16-2023 -
Humanitarian Relief Efforts to Aid Those Impacted by Disasters in Morocco and LibyaTwo natural disasters have recently struck the region of North Africa with a devastating earthquake in Morocco followed by severe flooding in Libya caused by Storm Daniel. On Friday, September 8, 2023, approximately 70 kilometers southwest of Marrakesh in the...Posted: Sep-15-2023 -
Catholic Community Pledges $500,000 to Fight Food InsecurityAs an increasing number of people struggle to put food on the table, the Catholic community is drawing upon its legacy of service to tackle this contemporary crisis. ShareLife, the annual charitable appeal of the Archdiocese of Toronto, is committing...Posted: Sep-06-2023 -
Krispy Kreme Original Glazed DoughnutThe Catholic Women’s League of our parish are participating in Krispy Kreme’s Fundraising Program by offering you an opportunity to purchase a dozen of doughnuts for just $12. CWL Members will be in the foyer to...Posted: Jul-27-2023 -
Beggars Outside the ChurchPlease do not give money to beggars outside the Church. There are many charitable agencies where they can get help for whatever they need. They usually give you a sad story to make you feel sorry for them. We can...Posted: Apr-13-2023 -
Society of St. Vincent de PaulHere is the 2023 St. Vincent de Paul Newsletter: Click here for a larger version of the (above) 2023 St. Vincent de Paul Newsletter John 15:5 I am the vine, you are the branches. Those who abide in me...Posted: Apr-13-2023 -
Coins For Life can be dropped off in the Gift ShopThank you for your generosity for God’s preborn babies in the womb! Every coin makes a difference and helps Campaign Life Coalition (CLC) to run the annual National March for Life in Ottawa. More than ever faced with...Posted: Apr-13-2023 -
Raffle of Easter BasketMarch 27, 2023 UPDATE: Above poster has been up revised from the original poster. The draw will take place after the 12 noon Mass this Sunday April 16th. Thank you to everyone who participated.Posted: Apr-13-2023 -
ShareLifeShow your love by giving to ShareLife Jesus’ love for us invites us to give to others, especially those most in need. ShareLife agencies continue to support the most vulnerable in our community through services that are possible through...Posted: Apr-06-2023
