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Taking Responsibility for Our Personal Faith FormationFr. Michael McGourty is the pastor of St. Peter’s Parish in Toronto. In the Eastern Rites of the Catholic Church, before the Gospel is proclaimed, an announcement is made to the assembly: “Wisdom: Let us be attentive...Wednesday, July 08, 2020 -
The Best Place to Celebrate Mass Is in the ParishRebecca Spellacy is the Associate Director of Liturgy at the Office of Formation for Discipleship at the Archdiocese of Toronto. I remember being a young girl and going to visit an older family member. The thing that stands out...Tuesday, June 16, 2020 -
Our Fellowship in the Body of Christ Transcends IntoleranceCraig Fernandes, a former seminarian at St. Augustine’s Seminary, is now an engineering Master’s student at the University of Toronto. This Sunday we celebrate the Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ (more...Thursday, June 11, 2020 -
Building a Community of LoveCraig Fernandes, a former seminarian at St. Augustine’s Seminary, is now an engineering Master’s student at the University of Toronto. This Sunday we celebrate the mystery of the Most Holy Trinity, which is the “central...Thursday, June 04, 2020 -
Serving Christ in the Here and NowCraig Fernandes, a former seminarian at St. Augustine’s Seminary, is now an engineering Master’s student at the University of Toronto. This weekend we celebrate the great feast of the Ascension of the Lord, when the Apostles...Thursday, May 21, 2020 -
Being Strengthened by the Holy SpiritAs we approach the end of the Easter season, our readings begin to focus on the descent of the Holy Spirit that awaits us on Pentecost. For instance, today’s first reading recounts believers receiving the Holy Spirit after...Friday, May 15, 2020 -
We Are Called to Be Confident in Difficult DaysFr. Michael McGourty is pastor of St. Peter’s Parish in Toronto. At the Bathurst Street entrance to St. Peter’s Parish, there are two very meaningful plaques on the church’s wall. These plaques are similar...Saturday, May 09, 2020 -
Praying for Our Shepherds Amidst COVID-19Craig Fernandes, a former seminarian at St. Augustine’s Seminary, is now an engineering Master’s student at the University of Toronto. “The Lord is my shepherd, I shall not want. He makes me lie down in...Friday, May 01, 2020 -
Archdiocesan Day of Prayer for Vocations - May 1Since 2016, the First Friday in the month of May has been designated by Cardinal Collins as our Archdiocesan Day of Prayer for Vocations. As such, we invite all of our parishes and individuals throughout the Archdiocese of...Wednesday, April 29, 2020 -
In Your Fear and Uncertainty, God Holds You in His HandsFr. Michael McGourty is the pastor of St. Peter’s Parish in Toronto. There is a song that I used to like very much when I was a child. It is one that I am sure many of you...Saturday, April 18, 2020 -
Stewardship Reflection: An Inner Easter JoyChrist is risen! Truly, He is risen! On this glorious Easter morning – the Sunday of Sundays, the Solemnity of Solemnities – we are filled with the joy of the resurrection. However, how do we celebrate while foregoing liturgical...Saturday, April 11, 2020 -
Holy Thursday Reflection: A Personal EncounterOn this Holy Thursday, Msgr. Michael Busch of St. Jerome's Parish in Brampton reflects on Jesus and the Last Supper. Msgr. Busch helps us to understand the powerful significance of this night and how Jesus came to institute both...Friday, April 10, 2020 -
Stewardship Reflection: Evangelizing in a Hidden WayThe donkey on which Jesus rode into Jerusalem could’ve seen all the palms and praises being sung around him and been tempted to believe that he was the one being celebrated. However, we, as onlookers, can clearly see...Thursday, April 02, 2020 -
Stewardship Reflection: Contemplating the Spirit WithinIn times of trial, when we cannot turn to the sacraments for healing and support, we can always look to Scripture as a source of strength. In the readings this Sunday, we are fittingly reminded that the Spirit of...Friday, March 27, 2020 -
Lenten Reflection (Week 3): Woman at the WellIn this third week of Lent, Fr. Joshua Roldan of Holy Martyrs of Japan Parish in Bradford reflects on the story of the woman at the well. Fr. Roldan discusses how there is a greater message behind...Friday, March 13, 2020 -
Lenten Reflection (Week 2): Transfiguration of ChristIn this second week of Lent, Bishop Robert Kasun of the Central Region reflects on the transfiguration of Christ. Bishop Kasun discusses how each of us can achieve the glory of the new and resurrected life. Lenten Reflection (Week 2...Friday, March 06, 2020 -
Lenten Reflection (Week 1): Temptations of ChristIn this first week of Lent, Msgr. Michael Busch of St. Jerome's Parish in Brampton reflects on the temptations of Christ. Msgr. Busch discusses how those temptations that Christ faced in the desert relate to our lives today...Friday, February 28, 2020 -
Ash Wednesday Message from Cardinal CollinsIn his Ash Wednesday message, Cardinal Thomas Collins, the Archbishop of Toronto, reflects upon the liturgical season of Lent and the use of ashes. Using Matthew 4:17 as a basis for his reflection, His Eminence challenges Catholics, and all...Tuesday, February 25, 2020 -
A Celebration of Love: Marriage Sunday 2020Love was in the air at St. Isaac Jogues Parish in Pickering on February 9, as couples celebrating milestone anniversaries were invited to share in a special Mass and celebration with Cardinal Thomas Collins, Archbishop of Toronto. The celebration was...Thursday, February 20, 2020 -
Welcoming Arms: A Model for EcumenismWelcoming Arms is an ecumenical service project that brings together various Christian churches in Aurora, Ont. It serves over 500 individuals through visits to its support programs each month. Our Lady of Grace Parish in Aurora is one of...Friday, February 07, 2020
