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The Time of the Lord’s Favour (3rd Sunday of Advent)
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These last few chapters of Isaiah, in today’s first reading, are notable for their shift in tone from the previous chapters. Here, in contrast with the mournful tone of earlier...
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Archbishop Leo's Message for Hanukkah
My dear brothers and sisters in Christ,
As Catholic Christians, we are in the midst of our Advent celebrations, the solemn and sacred preparation for the celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ, Our Lord and Saviour, on Christmas Day...
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Radio Maria Canada’s “A Celestial Night” Gala
Last month, the Most Rev. Francis Leo, Archbishop of Toronto, had the opportunity to attend Radio Maria Canada’s “A Celestial Night” dinner at Venu Event Space in Vaughan, Ont.
The event, a fundraiser for the 24...
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Comfort My People (2nd Sunday of Advent)
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The context of today’s first reading from the Book of Isaiah has to do with the Babylonian Exile, which God wrought upon the people of Judah as punishment for their...
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Waiting for Salvation (1st Sunday of Advent)
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Most of Israelite history during the divided kingdom period was a continual round of lawlessness, injustice and idolatry interspersed with brief periods of godly rule. The Lord warned the people back when...
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Faithful Service Recognized with Papal Honours
The Most Rev. Francis Leo, Archbishop of Toronto, presented Papal Honours to six people during Mass on November 30 at St. Michael's Cathedral Basilica in downtown Toronto.
Papal Honours provide an opportunity to recognize individuals who have exhibited...
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Canadian Bishops Oppose Euthanasia in Catholic Health Facilities
The Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops (CCCB) have issued a statement on the non-permissibility of euthanasia and assisted suicide within Canadian health organizations with a Catholic identity.
Issued on November 30, the statement highlights the fact that, "despite...
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CWL 2024 Youth Awards
Every year The Catholic Women’s League of Canada sponsors the Youth Awards Program for Catholic youth in our schools and parishes. These contests help build confidence in our Catholic youth and give them an opportunity to share their...
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The Chief Shepherd (Solemnity of Christ the King)
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One of the common motifs in the Ancient Near East was that of the king as a pastor. Kings were likened to shepherds, and their subjects as their flock, whom they protected...
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A Good Woman (33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time)
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The 31st chapter of Proverbs is attributed to a king named Lemuel, who had learned these words from his mother. This king is never mentioned anywhere else in the Bible, and is not...
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CWL Autumn Bazaar Raffle Winners
CWL-St.Aidan Council members wish to thank all the parishioners, family and friends for their generous support to the Autumn Bazaar. It was a very successful event. And CONGRATULATIONS TO the WINNERS of the Autumn Baskets Raffle Draw: Jessie...
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Movie Night: The Sound of Freedom
Thanks to the efforts of our CWL and Knights of Columbus our next Movie Night will be on Saturday November 11, right after the 5:00 pm Mass, starting at 6:15 pm.
We will be showing the movie, &ldquo...
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Seeking Wisdom (31st Sunday in Ordinary Time)
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In the Wisdom literature of the Old Testament, one of the recurring themes is the importance of obtaining wisdom. The reader is encouraged to make the attainment of wisdom one of the...