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Nine Permanent Deacons Say “Yes” – A New Chapter of Ministry Begins!Nine men responding to God’s call were ordained to the Sacred Order of Deacons on Saturday, May 23, 2026, at St. Michael’s Cathedral Basilica. The Most Rev. Bishop Vincent Nguyen, Vicar for the Permanent Diaconate in...Posted: May-27-2026 -
Cardinal Leo’s Message for the Month of the Sacred Heart of JesusMessage on the Month of the Sacred Heart of Jesus1 June 2026His Eminence Frank Cardinal LeoMetropolitan Archbishop of Toronto My Dear Brothers and Sisters, May Jesus and Mary be in your souls. Each year Holy Mother Church dedicates the month...Posted: May-26-2026 -
Pope Leo XIV releases Encyclical, "Magnifica Humanitas" calling for disarmament of AIOn Monday, May 25, Pope Leo XIV’s first encyclical, “Magnifica Humanitas” (Magnificent Humanity) was released. The Holy Father participated in a press conference at the Vatican to launch the teaching document, a reflection on the impact...Posted: May-25-2026 -
Nine Permanent Deacons to be Ordained for the Archdiocese of TorontoNine men responding to God’s call will be ordained to the Sacred Order of Deacons on Saturday, May 23 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Michael’s Cathedral Basilica by the Most Rev. Bishop Vincent Nguyen...Posted: May-22-2026 -
Cardinal Leo's Message for the March for LifeMessage for the March for Life14 May 2026His Eminence Frank Cardinal LeoMetropolitan Archbishop of Toronto Dear Brothers and Sisters, May Jesus and Mary be in your souls. I am writing to you on the occasion of the March for Life...Posted: May-11-2026
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Cardinal Frank Leo Ordains 4 Men to the PriesthoodOn Saturday, May 9, four seminarians, having completed their years of formation, were ordained to the priesthood for service in the Archdiocese of Toronto. More than 1,200 Catholics, including 100 priests, deacons, religious, consecrated men and women along with...Posted: May-10-2026 -
Cardinal Leo's Message for Mother's DayMessage for Mother’s Day10 May 2026His Eminence Frank Cardinal LeoMetropolitan Archbishop of Toronto Dear Brothers and Sisters, May Jesus and Mary be in your souls. As we celebrate Mother’s Day, we welcome this opportunity to pause...Posted: May-10-2026
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Celebrating the Anniversary of the Election of Pope Leo XIVTo mark the one-year anniversary of Pope Leo XIV’s election on May 8, His Eminence Frank Cardinal Leo shared his reflections on our first North American Pope with The Catholic Register. Please see highlights below...Posted: May-08-2026 -
Four Journeys, One Calling - Archdiocese of Toronto Celebrates the Ordination of Four PriestsIn just a few short days, four young men from diverse backgrounds and life experiences will be ordained to the priesthood for the Archdiocese of Toronto, standing as a testament to faith, discernment and service in today’s world...Posted: May-07-2026 -
Invitation from Cardinal Leo – Solemnity of Corpus Christi – Procession & Resources1 May 2026 Dear Brothers and Sisters, May Jesus and Mary be in your souls. I am writing to you in anticipation of the celebration of the Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ which will take...Posted: May-04-2026
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Cardinal Leo's Message for Catholic Education Week – May 3-8, 2026Message of His Eminence Cardinal Frank LeoMetropolitan Archbishop of TorontoCatholic Education Week – May 3-8, 2026 My Dear Brothers and Sisters, May Jesus and Mary be in your soul. Each year, Catholic Education Week offers us a special opportunity...Posted: May-03-2026
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Cardinal Leo's Message for the Month of the Blessed MotherMessage on the Month of the Blessed Mother1 May 2026His Eminence Frank Cardinal LeoMetropolitan Archbishop of Toronto Her witness enlightens our path My Dear Brothers and Sisters, May Jesus and Mary be in your souls. I am writing to you...Posted: May-01-2026
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Remembering Pope Francis on the Anniversary of His Death"On the first anniversary of the death of our dear Pope Francis, his memory remains vivid in the Church and throughout the world." Pope Leo XIV expressed this in the message he sent to Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re, Dean of...Posted: Apr-21-2026 -
Cardinal Leo Writes to Prime Minister, MPs – “I ask you to choose life…”On April 20, 2026, Cardinal Leo wrote to Prime Minister Carney and all federal Members of Parliament (MPs) in the Archdiocese of Toronto asking for their support of Bill C-218 and decrying the rapid expansion of euthanasia and assisted...Posted: Apr-20-2026
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Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops Reflection on Pope Leo XIV’s Call for PeaceThe Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops has issued the following reflection on the Holy Father's call for peace, human dignity and moral responsibility in public life. In light of recent public commentary surrounding the Holy Father’s appeals...Posted: Apr-16-2026 -
Cardinal Leo Papal Legate StatementStatement from the Archdiocese of Toronto re:Cardinal Frank Leo to Represent Pope Leo XIV atBeatification rite of the Georgia Martyrs 14 April 2026 Cardinal Frank Leo, Metropolitan Archbishop of Toronto, will represent the Holy Father as the PapalLegate (official...Posted: Apr-14-2026 -
Cardinal Frank Leo to Represent Pope Leo XIV at Beatification Rite of the Georgia MartyrsStatement from the Archdiocese of Toronto re:Cardinal Frank Leo to Represent Pope Leo XIV at Beatification Rite of the Georgia Martyrs Cardinal Frank Leo, Metropolitan Archbishop of Toronto, will represent the Holy Father as the Papal Legate (official...Posted: Apr-14-2026 -
Easter Newsletter E UpdateEaster Newsletter E Update Happy Easter! May the joy of the Risen Christ fill your hearts with hope and peace this Easter season. As we give thanks and celebrate the Easter season with loved ones, we wish to share a...Posted: Apr-12-2026
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Easter Message from His Eminence Frank Cardinal LeoMessage for Easter5 April 2026His Eminence Frank Cardinal LeoMetropolitan Archbishop of Toronto Easter Message 2026 My Dear Brothers and Sisters, Praised be Jesus Christ. Happy and Holy Easter to you. Holy Mother Church celebrates with the greatest joy ever...Posted: Apr-04-2026
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Chrism Mass: Preparing for the Sacramental YearIn the Archdiocese of Toronto, His Eminence Frank Cardinal Leo gathers with the priests and faithful during Tuesday of Holy Week to celebrate the Chrism Mass. During this solemn liturgy, the Oil of the Sick and the Oil of Catechumens...Posted: Apr-01-2026
