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THERE WILL BE A SECOND COLLECTION NEXT WEEKEND FOR THE EVANGELIZATION OF THE NATIONS, OTHERWISE KNOWN AS WORLD MISSION SUNDAYThis is a worldwide collection for the missionary church, and it is our opportunity to assist at-need Catholic Communities globally. Offerings are combined with offerings from other Catholics around the world and distributed to missions and dioceses. We are...Posted: Oct-20-2024 -
SHARELIFE: ANSWER THE CALL TO COMPASSION100,000 people in Toronto are expected to turn to food charities for the first time in 2024. Through our parish’s support, ShareLife, Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Toronto, and a generous anonymous...Posted: Oct-20-2024 -
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 -
2024 St. Thomas the Apostle Life ChainDATE: Sunday, October 6, 2024 LOCATION: McCowan Road and Steeles Avenue TIME: 2:00 pm - 3:00 pmPosted: Oct-04-2024 -
GOOD SHEPHERD MINISTRIES THANKSGIVING FOOD DRIVEThanksgiving Food Drive, September 2 – October 7. Please place items by the downstairs washrooms. Items Needed: Tuna and Canned Meat, Coffee and Tea Bags, Soup and Stews, Condiments (e.g. Soy Sauce, Barbecue Sauce, Ketchup, Mayonnaise, Mustard, etc.) Peanut...Posted: Sep-26-2024 -
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 -
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2025 Shepherd's Pie Meal-A-Month Casseroles Collection Dates/RecipeLink to Good Shepherd Minstries website Link to Shepherd's Pie Recipe Link to 2025 Shepherd's Pie Meal-A-Month Casseroles Collection Dates Link to original post on our parish websiteJan-18-2025 to Dec-14-2025 (08:30 AM to 01:30 PM) -
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 -
Hurricane Relief Drive for Grenada, Carriacou and Petite Martinique - Sunday, July 28, 2024Dear Nationals & Friends, We are helping to build awareness and support for a Hurricane Relief Drive for Grenada, Carriacou and Petite Martinique. It will take place on Sunday, July 28, 2024 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m...Posted: Jul-17-2024 -
Locations of the St. Vincent de Paul collection boxes at St. Thomas the Apostle parishFYI: For those who wish to donate, here are the locations of the St. Vincent de Paul collection boxes at St. Thomas the Apostle parish.Posted: Jun-23-2024 -
THANK YOU FROM THE SOCIETY OF ST. VINCENT DE PAULMatthew 25:40: ‘Truly, I say to you, as you did it to one of the least of these my brethren, you did it to me.’ The Society of St. Vincent de Paul wishes to thank all...Posted: May-23-2024 -
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 -
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 -
ACN CANADA – RED WEDNESDAYRed Wednesday is an annual international event which will take place on November 15. Together, let’s raise awareness about the persecution of Christians and promote religious freedom for all. Be among the ones in your parish to...Posted: Nov-09-2023 -
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 AID FOR MOROCCOThe Archdiocese of Toronto will accept donations and channel funds through our Catholic partners in Morocco to support relief efforts underway. Those wishing to help may do so in the follow ways: Online through the Archdiocese of Toronto website...Posted: Oct-05-2023
