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Synergy Toronto 2026: Building Bridges Across Catholic Education, Health and Social ServicesAfter more than a year of planning, Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Toronto hosted its first-ever three-day conference, Synergy Toronto 2026, from November 3–5 at the Chelsea Hotel in Toronto. The gathering brought together more...Posted: Nov-11-2026 -
In Service to the CommunityIn light of the annual Shepherds' Trust collection for retired priests taking place this weekend (Nov. 14/15), here's a look at Fr. Martin Pereira's vocation in service to the community. God’s love offers an...Posted: Nov-10-2026 -
An Update on Medical Assistance in Dying in Canada – Help Not HarmWe are grateful to all those who, over the last number of months, reached out to their elected Member of Parliament to respectfully ask their support of Bill C-218. The private member’s bill would have amended existing...Posted: Oct-16-2026 -
One in Christ, United in MissionIn September 2025, the Mission Office of the Archdiocese of Toronto was re-launched with Fr. Paul Johnston, a missionary priest with the Society of Missionaries of Africa (White Fathers), invited to be the director. Fr. Paul brings with him...Posted: Oct-08-2026 -
A Place of Nourishment and CommunityFor the Feast of St. Francis (October 4) in the Jubilee Year of St. Francis, Yesmil Pena, a third-order Franciscan who founded the St. Philip Neri Table food bank at St. Philip Neri Parish, discusses this ministry and its...Posted: Sep-28-2026 -
Catholic Charities Announces Expanded $700,000 Community Grants Program for 2026Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Toronto (CCAT) has officially expanded its Community Grants Program for 2026 to create new opportunities for organizations addressing urgent social needs. Thanks to a generous legacy gift, CCAT is now able to distribute $700...Posted: Jul-17-2026 -
Supporting the Mission of The Sisters of the Sacred Heart of the Incarnate WordOn Friday, June 12, The Sisters of the Sacred Heart of the Incarnate Word, who operate the St. Peter's Child Care Centre in Woodbridge, held a fundraiser to fund the refurbishing of the much-needed kitchen facilities at...Posted: Jun-19-2026 -
Walking Together Towards ReconciliationIn honour of National Indigenous Peoples Day on June 21, Rosella Kinoshameg discusses her Indigenous Catholic spirituality. Rosella is an Odawa elder from the Wikwemikong Unceded First Nation Territory (Manitoulin Island). She is chair of the board for the National...Posted: Jun-16-2026 -
Catholic Charities' Annual Meeting with Cardinal Leo Highlights Mission of ServiceOn May 7, His Eminence Frank Cardinal Leo gathered with the Board of Directors and staff of Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Toronto (CCAT) for its Annual Meeting, offering a moment to commemorate the past year’s work...Posted: May-11-2026 -
Serving Heroic Women with the Sisters of LifeSister Marie Veritas, SV is a member of the Sisters of Life, a community of women religious who, in addition to the vows of poverty, chastity, and obedience, vow to protect and enhance the sacredness of every human life. Originally...Posted: May-11-2026 -
ShareLife is More than a CollectionIt's about bringing the Gospel to life. This article originally appeared in the March 15, 2026 edition of The Catholic Register in recognition of ShareLife’s 50th anniversary. It was in January 2005 that I began my...Posted: Mar-13-2026 -
Dancing the WalkForty years ago, Fr. Gianni Carparelli started the Caritas School of Life, to help those battling addiction through a therapeutic community approach. Below, he reflects on the organization’s impact in light of releasing a new book on his...Posted: Mar-03-2026 -
Knights of Columbus Coats for Kids Program Hits Record to Keep Kids Warm this WinterKnights of Columbus in Ontario donated a record-breaking 20,736 new winter coats to children in need this year through its Knights of Columbus Coats for Kids program. The Ontario chapter of the organization surpassed its target thanks to...Posted: Feb-02-2026 -
Jubilee of Prisoners: Building a Community of HopeThe Friends of Dismas, named for the “good thief” who was crucified alongside Jesus, is an organization that assists former prisoners by offering them material assistance and community. Deacon Kevin Daudlin, coordinator of the Toronto Dismas Fellowships, reflects...Posted: Dec-11-2025 -
Equestrian Order of the Holy Sepulchre Restores Hope in the Holy LandOn Nov. 29, more than 250 supporters of the Equestrian Order of the Holy Sepulchre of Jerusalem (EOHSJ) gathered at the Venu Event Space in Woodbridge, Ont., for a gala evening themed “Restoring Hope in the City of God...Posted: Dec-08-2025 -
Next Shepherd's Pie Meal-A-Month Casserole pick-up is the weekend of October 18/19, 2025For more information, click on this link on our parish websitePosted: Oct-02-2025 -
Handicraft Holy Land ChristiansOn the weekend of October 11-12, we will welcome our special guest Paul from Sebastien Cardinal’s team, representing “Handicraft Holy Land Christians”, who after all the Masses will briefly address the issues and concerns regarding...Posted: Oct-02-2025
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Good Shepherd Ministries Thanksgiving Food DriveMost needed items Tuna and Canned Meat; Coffee and Tea Bags; Soups and Stews; Condiments (e.g. Soy Sauce, Barbecue Sauce, Ketchup, Mayonnaise, Mustard. Jams; Beans & Chickpeas; Canned Tomatoes; Corn and Vegetables; Pasta Sauce; Sugar, Salt, Pepper, and Spices...Posted: Oct-02-2025 -
The Knights of ColumbusThe KOC continue to fundraise by collecting EMPTIES, such as the following: Beer cans or bottles, wine bottles, spirits such as (vodka, rum, or whiskey, etc.). Drop off location for empties, downstairs by the washrooms. All proceeds will go to...Posted: Sep-25-2025 -
Bundle Up Weekend October 11 - 12, 2025Posted: Sep-18-2025
