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Mary Lynch : a celebration of lifeI am sad to announce the passing of one our Parish Staff and dear parishioner, Mary Lynch. Mary passed on Tuesday, 9th of March. It was indeed shocking for us all. Mary served our parish dedicatedly for several years...Posted: Mar-10-2022 -
Tax Receipt InformationThe Archdiocese of Toronto is always grateful for your generous donations. Your gifts ensure that we can fulfill our Christian mission by spreading the Gospel and assisting our neighbours in need. With tax season upon us, hopefully most of our...Posted: Mar-07-2022 -
Crossings: A Journey to EasterCrossings is an outdoor visual art exhibition that engages the Scriptural Stations of the Cross. Running from March 2 to April 14, the exhibition features 16 art pieces at 16 different locations in Toronto on a pilgrimage style “journey...Posted: Mar-04-2022 -
Prayer, Fasting and Alms for UkraineIn response to the tragedy unfolding in Ukraine, Pope Francis has announced a “Day for Fasting and Peace” to take place on Ash Wednesday, March 2. “I encourage believers in a special way to dedicate themselves intensely...Posted: Mar-01-2022 -
Join us for the Virtual Ordinandi Dinner | March 1, 2022 @ 7pmSponsored by the Serra Foundation of Canada and the six Serra Clubs in the Archdiocese of Toronto, the annual Ordinandi Dinner celebrates the men being ordained to the priesthood from St. Augustine’s Seminary and Redemptoris Mater Seminary...Posted: Feb-28-2022 -
Message from Cardinal Collins re: Reduced COVID-19 RestrictionsTo all parishioners, clergy and staff of the Archdiocese of Toronto, I wish to extend my deep gratitude for your ministry during these almost two years of pandemic. These have been difficult and challenging days, but I am heartened by...Posted: Feb-28-2022 -
Statement from the CCCB on the Russian Invasion of UkraineThe Executive Committee of the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops (CCCB) condemns the escalation of tensions and violence in the Ukraine marked by Russia’s invasion, which was seen today, Thursday, February 24, 2022, in the form of militarization...Posted: Feb-24-2022 -
Lent 2022Dear parishioners, chaplaincy students and friends, as we set to begin the Lenten season of grace on March 2, I here present our general program for this holy journey. Ash Wednesday, March 2, 2022 Mass – 9am & 7pm Every...Posted: Feb-24-2022 -
Hiring an OrganistThe parish of St. Joseph the Worker is hiring an Organist to animate her liturgical worship. Organist_St. Joseph the Worker Parish_Feb 2022.pdfPosted: Feb-18-2022 -
Donation Tax Receipts 2021Due to an error the 2021 donation tax receipt was sent out twice to parishioners. Please discard one of them. For the purpose of Tax please report only one. Thanks for your understanding and we are sorry for...Posted: Feb-18-2022 -
Celebrating the 10th Anniversary of Archbishop Collins Becoming a CardinalOver the past several weeks, we have been recognizing a series of major milestones in Cardinal Thomas Collins’ life, including, the 15th anniversary of him being announced as the new Archbishop of Toronto, his 75th birthday and the 15th...Posted: Feb-18-2022 -
Quick Update on COVID-19 RestrictionsOn Thursday, February 17, the Government of Ontario will once again be easing some COVID-19 restrictions. In some settings, this will mean greater capacity numbers. However, in places of worship that do not require proof of vaccination, there is...Posted: Feb-16-2022 -
How to Read the Bible in a YearElizabeth Klein is an Assistant Professor of Theology at the Augustine Institute, which serves the formation of Catholics for the New Evangelization through academic and parish programs. As part of its work, the institute helps Catholics to read the Bible...Posted: Feb-09-2022 -
Archdiocese of Toronto Pledges to Be a Major Supporter of National Indigenous Reconciliation Financial EffortFebruary 2, 2022 – The Archdiocese of Toronto is promising to be a major contributor toward the Catholic Bishops in Canada’s pledge to raise $30 million to support Indigenous reconciliation initiatives, after more details of the national fundraising...Posted: Feb-02-2022
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Canadian Bishops, Assembly of First Nations, Métis National Council and Inuit Tapiriit Kanatami Announce Rescheduled Dates for Rome DelegationFebruary 1, 2022 – The Canadian Catholic Bishops, Assembly of First Nations, Métis National Council and Inuit Tapiriit Kanatami are pleased to announce that the delegation to Rome to meet with Pope Francis, originally planned for December 2021...Posted: Feb-01-2022 -
15th Anniversary of Cardinal Collins’ Installation MassThe past few weeks have been a time to mark a number of major milestones in Cardinal Thomas Collins’ life. Sunday, January 30, presents another important anniversary in Cardinal Collins’ ministry: the 15th anniversary of his installation Mass...Posted: Jan-29-2022 -
Canada’s Bishops Announce Indigenous Reconciliation Fund to Support Projects Across CanadaJanuary 28, 2022 – Canada’s Catholic Bishops have agreed to establish a new registered charity to support and advance healing and reconciliation initiatives. The charity is expected to manage the Indigenous Reconciliation Fund, which will accept contributions from...Posted: Jan-28-2022 -
‘Walking Together’ on the Journey to the SynodMoira McQueen’s new book, Walking Together: A Primer on the New Synodality, aims to explain the history, meaning and relevance of synodality as the Church undertakes a two-year process of discernment. Below, McQueen, Executive Director of the...Posted: Jan-28-2022 -
Day of Prayer for Peace in UkraineAt the conclusion of the Sunday Angelus, Pope Francis expressed his concern over the rising tension along the Russian-Ukrainian border. The Holy Father has asked all people of goodwill to pray for peace in Ukraine on Wednesday, January 26...Posted: Jan-25-2022
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Join Cardinal Collins in Praying for Christian UnityThe Week of Prayer for Christian Unity (January 18 to 25) is an important time to reflect on the common bonds that bring us together as believers in Christ, rather than what pulls us apart. It should be the hope...Posted: Jan-19-2022
