St. Aidan's Parish, Scarborough
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Good Friday Collection for the needs of the Holy LandThe Good Friday collection is for the Needs of the Holy Land and is coordinated by the Commissariat of the Holy Land. These funds are used for the upkeep of the sanctuaries and to help with Pastoral work, Catholic schools...Posted: Mar-30-2023 -
Out of the ColdSt. Aidan’s parish is involved with helping the homeless in our community through the “Out of the Cold” outreach program. Each weekend lunch bags are distributed to the poor and homeless. Various churches, agencies and community...Posted: Mar-16-2023 -
Supporting Christian Families in BethlehemOn the weekend of March 18-19, we will have a presentation by a representative of “Handicraft Holy Land Christians”. Unique hand carved olive wood religious art pieces made by Christian families in Bethlehem will be available for...Posted: Mar-16-2023 -
Free Bread Friday EveningsOne of our parishioners delivers this bread very Friday. The bread is from Costco, and has just expired. While the bread is free for the taking, since we don’t want it to be thrown...Posted: Mar-03-2023 -
Your Offertory Income Tax Receipts for 2022 are readyPlease come to the church Gift Shop after any of the Sunday Masses to pick up your income tax receipt.Posted: Mar-03-2023 -
Turkey and Syria Humanitarian ReliefIf you wanted to contribute to the humanitarian aid for the victims of the recent earthquake, you can do so directly through the Archdiocese of Toronto Website, or by phone through the Development Office 416-934-3411, or through St...Posted: Mar-03-2023 -
Lenten ResolutionsEvery Catholic is called to strengthen their spiritual life during the season of Lent. We should all make reasonable but challenging resolutions in three areas of our lives; our prayer life, self-denial, and charitable works. Pick something for each...Posted: Feb-23-2023 -
Memo from Neil MacCarthy: Turkey and Syria Earthquake - Humanitarian ReliefClick here for larger image of (above) letter Those wishing to help may do so in the following ways: Online through the Archdiocese of Toronto website – https://www.archtoronto.org/en/contact-us/donations/donate-pages...Posted: Feb-09-2023 -
Legacy Gifts to Any Part of the ArchdioceseIf you have included your parish or favourite archdiocesan charity in your will or estate plan, please let us know. Through the Legacy Society of the Archdiocese of Toronto, we would like to say a special thank you. All Legacy...Posted: Feb-02-2023 -
New Beginnings OnlineNew Beginnings ministers to those who have suffered a loss through separation, divorce or bereavement. The next online support session will be on Wednesday January 25th at 7:00 pm. Register at https://nbbd01.eventbrite.ca. On Thursday January 26th...Posted: Jan-19-2023 -
Out Of The Cold“Lord when did we see you hungry and not tend to your needs.” Come out and prepare meal kits for the homeless in Scarborough. Volunteers are needed to prepare sandwiches and salads on Saturday, November 26, from 9...Posted: Nov-17-2022
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Envelopes for All SoulsEnvelopes for the repose of the souls of your loved ones will be provided for the month of November, which is the month dedicated to honouring our deceased loved ones and praying for them. You can write their names on...Posted: Nov-17-2022 -
The Shepherds’ Trust Special Collection November 12/13There will be a second collection this weekend, for The Shepherds’ Trust. The mission of The Shepherds’ Trust is to help ensure that elderly and disabled priests are provided with sufficient financial resources to lead a dignified life...Posted: Nov-10-2022 -
CMDA Launch Campaign For Compassion and CareThe Christian Medical and Dental Association (CMDA) of Canada have launched a campaign encouraging all levels of government to broaden access to quality care and resources for those in need of palliative care, mental health services, and support for people...Posted: Nov-03-2022 -
Ukrainian Catholic Bishops Call for Prayer, Fasting, and ActionIn a pastoral letter, the Ukrainian Catholic bishops of Canada invite people to pray, fast, and act in support of their brothers and sisters in Ukraine. The bishops express the view that, like the crises the Ukrainian people have experienced...Posted: Oct-21-2022 -
World Mission Sunday Special CollectionThere will be a second collection this weekend October 22/23 for the Evangelization of the Nations, otherwise known as World Mission Sunday. This is a worldwide collection for the missionary church and it is our opportunity to assist at...Posted: Oct-20-2022 -
Are you able to host a Ukrainian family?When hearing reports of the war in Ukraine, and the millions of Ukrainians that have been forced to flee their homeland, many have asked what they can do to help. Over 80,000 Ukrainians have already arrived to Canada through...Posted: Oct-11-2022 -
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 -
Thanksgiving Food DriveThanksgiving is on October 10th. Please consider helping the Knights of Columbus of our parish in their Thanksgiving Food Drive by bringing in non-perishable food items. Items can be brought in until October 9th. Food items can be placed...Posted: Oct-06-2022 -
Indigenous Healing & Reconciliation Fund Collection - October 1/2This weekend’s second collection will assist healing and reconciliation with indigenous Peoples of Canada. This is an opportunity to follow the invitation of the Holy Father made earlier this year for each one of us to become engaged...Posted: Sep-29-2022
