St. Thomas the Apostle Parish, Markham
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Pope's Urbi et Orbi MessageBelow is the English language translation of the Pope's annual Urbi et Orbi ("To the City and the World") message. Dear Brothers and Sisters, Happy Easter! Today, throughout the world, the Church echoes once more the astonishing message of...Sunday, April 16, 2017
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Isolated and infirm can share in Mass at St. Michael's CathedralMany people who wish to attend Masses and services during Holy Week are unable to do so, finding themselves isolated, homebound or bed-ridden with illness. A new feature offered by St. Michael's Cathedral Basilica allows those with the...Thursday, April 13, 2017
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Presentation by Cardinal Thomas Collins to Standing Committee on Finance & Economic Affairs re: Bill 84, Medical Assistance in DyingThe following is a copy of the text from Cardinal Collins' intervention to the Standing Committee on Finance & Economic Affairs re: Bill 84, Medical Assistance in Dying Statute Law Amendment Act, 2017, delivered at Queen's Park on March...Tuesday, March 28, 2017
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Homily at funeral of Msgr Vincent Foy, PHCardinal Thomas Collins provided the homily during the funeral Mass of Monsignor Vincent Foy, P.H. on March 18, 2017. Msgr. Foy was 101 years old and in his 78th year of the priesthood. From Shadows and Illusion into Truth...Monday, March 20, 2017
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Letter to Prime Minister Trudeau about "sexual and reproductive health programs"The Right Honourable Justin TrudeauPrime Minister of CanadaHouse of Commons, Ottawa March 10, 2017 Dear Prime Minister Trudeau, I am writing to express my deep concern and disappointment at your government's decision to provide $650 million to support "sexual...Friday, March 10, 2017
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"The Word is a Gift. Other Persons are a Gift." Pope's Message for Lent 2017Below is Pope Francis' Message for Lent 2017. This message was originally published here. "The Word is a gift. Other persons are a gift" Dear Brothers and Sisters, Lent is a new beginning, a path leading to the certain goal...Tuesday, February 28, 2017
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Join the "Call for Conscience" - February 6 to March 31, 2017The Coalition for HealthCARE and Conscience represents more than 110 healthcare facilities (with almost 18,000 care beds and 60,000 staff) and more than 5,000 physicians across Canada. In the coming weeks, members of Ontario's Provincial Parliament...Wednesday, February 08, 2017
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Message of His Holiness Pope Francis for the 51st World Communications DayThe following message is published annually on January 24, the Feast of St. Francis de Sales, patron of journalists, writers and communicators in anticipation of World Communications Day, which will take place May 28, 2017. "Fear not, for I am...Friday, January 27, 2017
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Message of Pope Francis for 2017 World Day of Migrants and RefugeesMESSAGE OF HIS HOLINESS POPE FRANCIS FOR THE WORLD DAY OFMIGRANTS AND REFUGEES 2017 15 January 2017 “Child Migrants, the Vulnerable and the Voiceless” Dear Brothers and Sisters, “Whoever receives one such child in my name receives...Wednesday, January 11, 2017
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Christmas Greeting from Cardinal CollinsIn this video message, Cardinal Thomas Collins wishes a blessed Christmas season to everyone in the Archdiocese of Toronto. We welcome you to join us as we celebrate the birth of Christ! To find Mass times, please contact a church...Sunday, December 25, 2016
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Archdiocese of Toronto Celebrates 175th AnniversaryMEDIA RELEASE – For Immediate Distribution Archdiocese of Toronto Celebrates 175th Anniversary - December 17 kicks off year to celebrate historic milestone TORONTO (December 15, 2016) December 17 marks the 175th anniversary of the Archdiocese of Toronto, kicking off a year...Thursday, December 15, 2016
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Doors open for Confession across ArchdioceseFrom Dec. 11 to 17, parishes throughout the Archdiocese of Toronto are taking part in the Day of Confessions. Catholics throughout our region are encouraged to prepare for Christmas by receiving the Sacrament of Reconciliation. As Cardinal Thomas Collins explains...Tuesday, December 13, 2016
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37th Annual Cardinal’s DinnerAddress from Cardinal Thomas Collins, Archbishop of Toronto, at the 37th Annual Cardinal's Dinner (November 10, 2016) Watch: Cardinal Collins addresses 1,800 guests at Cardinal's Dinner First of all, as we gather on the vigil of Remembrance...Friday, November 11, 2016
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Conclusion of Jubilee of MercyOn Sunday, November 20, 2016, the Feast of Christ the King, the Jubilee of Mercy officially draws to a close. At this time, the Holy Door at St. Peter's Basilica in Rome will close. In the Archdiocese of Toronto...Wednesday, October 26, 2016
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Homily of Cardinal Collins - Installation of Prof. Randy Boyagoda at the University of St. Michael's CollegeBelow is the homily of Cardinal Collins at the installation of Prof. Randy Boyagoda as sixth Principal and Vice President of the University of St. Michael's College, held on October 21, 2016. He also said to the crowds, &ldquo...Friday, October 21, 2016
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Humanitarian Relief – Hurricane Matthew – Haiti EmergencyThe Archdiocese of Toronto is accepting financial contributions for humanitarian relief following the devastation caused by Hurricane Matthew in Haiti on October 4, 2016. In the face of widespread damage, flooding and landslides, more than 1.4 million people are...Thursday, October 13, 2016
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After Years of Restoration, St. Michael’s Cathedral being RededicatedToronto landmark reopens September 29 with Vatican title as a minor basilica After almost five years of extensive restoration, St. Michael’s Cathedral will open its doors once again on the feast of St. Michael, Thursday, September 29. To...Thursday, September 29, 2016
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1 Year Anniversary of Project Hope - Emergency Refugee Resettlement CampaignOne year ago, on September 8, 2015, Cardinal Thomas Collins, Archbishop of Toronto announced an ambitious 100-day campaign to raise $3 million to welcome 100 refugee families to the Greater Toronto Area as soon as possible. A year later...Thursday, September 08, 2016
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St. Michael’s Cathedral Rededication Celebrations – September 29/30, 2016The Archdiocese of Toronto will be holding a series of events to commemorate the rededication of St. Michael's Cathedral, mother church of the archdiocese. Over the last several years, significant restoration has taken place to return the church to...Tuesday, August 23, 2016
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St. Michael's Cathedral Closure Notice September 2016St. Michael’s Cathedral is closed from September 6 to 29, 2016 to prepare for its rededication. Thank you for your patience. The following Masses will continue to be celebrated in St. John’s Chapel at 200 Church...Saturday, August 20, 2016
