Good Shepherd Parish, Thornhill
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Pope Francis Elevates Archbishop Francis Leo to the College of CardinalsPope Francis has announced that Metropolitan Archbishop of Toronto, the Most Rev. Francis Leo will be elevated to the College of Cardinals. The announcement came at the conclusion of the Holy Father’s Sunday Angelus in Rome. The Holy...Sunday, October 06, 2024 -
Consecration to the Blessed Virgin Mary on the Solemnity of the Annunciation of Our LordOn March 22, the Most Reverend Francis Leo, Archbishop of Toronto, issued the following letter and accompanying resources to the Catholic community across the archdiocese. Resources referenced within the letter can be downloaded at the bottom of this page. To...Friday, March 22, 2024 -
Message from Archbishop Leo on World Day of Prayer for Consecrated LifeMessage of Most Rev. Francis Leo, Archbishop of Toronto World Day of Prayer for Consecrated Life 2 February 2024 My dear Brothers and Sisters in Consecrated Life, May Jesus and Mary be in your hearts. With the liturgical feast...Monday, January 29, 2024
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Passing of Msgr. WeberOur beloved Monsignor John Weber passed away on Friday, 15th September, 2023 around 8:00 pm. May his soul rest in peace. Funeral mass will be held at the Good Shepherd Church on Thursday, September 21 at 10:00 a...Wednesday, September 20, 2023
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Sunday Mass ObligationOn March 13, 2020, Cardinal Collins issued a communication to the faithful of this archdiocese indicating that it was necessary to cancel public celebrations of the Eucharist on the coming Sunday, stating: “For this weekend and any other which...Wednesday, June 01, 2022
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Message from Cardinal CollinsRead Message from Cardinal Collins re. Reduction of COVID-19 RestrictionsTuesday, March 01, 2022
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Background for Catholics: Residential SchoolsRead Cardinal Collins' statement on the background of Residential SchoolsSaturday, July 24, 2021
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Statement from Cardinal Thomas Collins, Archbishop of Toronto re Discovery of Children’s Remains at former Kamloops Residential SchoolRead Cardinal Collins' Statement regarding residential schools. June 3, 2021Saturday, June 05, 2021 -
Reflecting on the Success of RENEW Toronto: A Gathering of over 750 Young AdultsWe are thrilled to share the highlights of our recent RENEW conference, which brought together over 750 passionate young adults from all around the Archdiocese of Toronto and beyond. This year’s event was a remarkable success, filled with...Friday, December 20, 2024 -
Christmas Message from His Eminence Frank Cardinal LeoChristmas Message, December 2024His Eminence Frank Cardinal LeoMetropolitan Archbishop of Toronto My Dear Brothers and Sisters, Praised be Jesus Christ. Christmas is a wonderful time that provides us with a unique and blessed occasion of grace to contemplate the immensity...Friday, December 20, 2024 -
National Day of Prayer in Solidarity with Indigenous PeoplesOn December 12, the feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe, the Church in Canada marks the National Day of Prayer in Solidarity with Indigenous Peoples. This initiative of the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops has been coordinated since 2002 by...Thursday, December 12, 2024 -
Photos: Mass at Santa Maria in TraspontinaOn December 9, 2024, His Eminence, Frank Cardinal Leo celebrated his first Mass as a cardinal at Santa Maria in Traspontina. Cardinals, bishops, priests, women religious and laity from far and wide came together to pray and celebrate Cardinal Leo...Thursday, December 12, 2024 -
Photos: Consistory 2024On December 7, 2024, Pope Francis presided at a Consistory to elevate 21 Catholic bishops to the College of Cardinals. Among them was the Most Rev. Frank Leo, Metropolitan Archbishop of Toronto. We pray for the newest members of the...Sunday, December 08, 2024 -
Elevation of Archbishop Leo to College of Cardinals - Watch LiveThe faithful of the Archdiocese of Toronto offer our prayers and best wishes for the newest members of the College of Cardinals, including our chief shepherd, the Archbishop of Toronto, the Most Rev. Francis Leo. This weekend, Cardinal-elect Leo...Thursday, December 05, 2024 -
Invitation from Archbishop Leo to Celebrate the Ordinary Year of Jubilee – December 29, 2024Dear Brothers and Sisters in the Lord, May Jesus and Mary be in your hearts. As we prepare for our Advent journey and the anticipation of the birth of Jesus, be assured of my prayers and spiritual closeness. You may...Friday, November 29, 2024 -
CCCB Presents "Journey through Advent" Video SeriesThis Advent season, the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops (CCCB) presents an online weekly video series titled "Journey through Advent." This year’s English reflections will be led by the Most Rev. Francis Leo, Metropolitan Archbishop of Toronto. The...Tuesday, November 26, 2024
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Fr. Haig Chahinian to lead Salt and Light Catholic Media Foundation as new CEOSalt and Light Catholic Media Foundation (Salt + Light Media) is pleased to announce the appointment of Fr. Haig Chahinian as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective December 1, 2024. Fr. Chahinian brings a deep commitment to pastoral ministry as an...Friday, November 22, 2024 -
Most Rev. Francis Leo – Video Address – 45th Annual Cardinal’s DinnerOn Tuesday, November 5, 2024, more than 1,400 guests gathered at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre for the 45th Annual Cardinal’s Dinner. Founded by Gerald Emmett Cardinal Carter in 1979, the late archbishop believed passionately that local...Wednesday, November 13, 2024 -
Unpacking the Synod on Synodality – Listening, Dialogue & Shared WisdomOn Sunday, November 10, clergy, religious, consecrated and lay faithful gathered from across the Archdiocese of Toronto to participate in “Unpacking the Synod on Synodality”, a roundtable discussion held at St. Michael’s College School Theatre. Moderated...Tuesday, November 12, 2024
