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Mary, the New EvePosted: Jan-15-2022In Father's homily of this weekend, he spoke at length about Mary as the New Eve and mentioned an article posted by Deacon Mike Chesley (written by HH Ambrose). Here is the article just in time for your spiritual... -
EPIPHANY 2022- THE CHALKING OF DOORSEPIPHANY OF OUR LORD AND THE CHALKING OF THE DOORS This weekend we celebrate the Epiphany of the Lord - the commemoration of the 3 Magi who travelled from afar, following the star in the East to Bethlehem to offer...Posted: Jan-02-2022 -
Spiritual Reading for the Feast of the Holy FamilyA blessed Feast of the Holy Family to everyone! Today in his homily, Fr. Maderak mentioned a reflection by St. Paul VI that he gave at Nazareth which is a wonderful reading for today's Feast day. Take a few...Posted: Dec-26-2021
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OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE - TRULY A MIRACULOUS IMAGEPlease find in this blog the videos that I recommended in my homily this weekend to watch in order to gain some insight into the amazing story of Our Lady of Guadalupe and St. Juan Diego. You must be subscribed...Posted: Dec-18-2021 -
Introducing the St. Monica Institute: A New Centre of Catholic FormationPosted: Dec-16-2021The St. Monica Institute for Education and Evangelization is a new initiative from the Archdiocese of Toronto. This partner organization of St. Augustine’s Seminary will provide educational opportunities for Catholics in the archdiocese – and beyond. Matthew Marquardt... -
A Closer Look at Mother MaryOn January 15, 2022, Dr. Josephine Lombardi will be leading a workshop titled, “Mariology: Past and Present,” which will delve into current developments in the study of Mary. A part of St. Augustine’s Seminary’s...Posted: Dec-10-2021 -
Learn more about Blessed Pier Giorgio FrassatiThis week in his homily, Father spoke to us about a young man who is one step away from becoming a Saint. Blessed Pier Giorgio Frassati died in his early twenties, but made a big impact in his community...Posted: Nov-13-2021 -
Catechesis on Indulgences and Special permissions for November 2021It has been announced by the Vatican that during the month of November, a plenary indulgence can be granted to those who visit a cemetery to pray for the dead, any day of the month. For more information on...Posted: Oct-30-2021 -
St. John Henry Newman - Sermon on this weekend's GospelIn his homily at the 11:00 a.m. Mass this past weekend, Fr. Maderak mentioned words from St John Henry Newman. The Apostles said that "they were able" to drink the cup that Christ would drink from. They truly...Posted: Oct-18-2021
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Upcoming Workshop Explores Some of the Bible’s Most Difficult QuestionsPosted: Sep-24-2021Fr. Fred Chung is a faculty member at St. Augustine’s Seminary in Toronto, Ont. On Saturday, October 2, he will host an online Lay Spiritual Formation workshop on “The Soul’s Search for Joy and Meaning... -
Mother Elvira Petrozzi- Bringing HopeThis beautiful meditation was used by Father this weekend, to end his homily: From: Magnificat, Vol. 23, No. 6 / August 2021 “To whom shall we go?” God’s dream is that mankind will...Posted: Aug-23-2021 -
Catechesis on the Assumption of MaryPosted: Aug-15-2021Happy Solemnity of the Assumption! Today is the day when we celebrate Our Blessed Mother being assumed in to heaven, that is, she is "brought up" to heaven, body and soul when her earthly life had ended. Catechesis point... -
New Blog Post!Please visit our BLOG for resources from today's homily on Pride and the Cardinal Virtues.Posted: Jun-13-2021 -
PRIDE AND THE FOUR CARDINAL VIRTUESPosted: Jun-13-2021 This week in my homily I mentioned the book, The Four Cardinal Virtues, by Josef Pieper from which came the quote on pride which I used in my homily: Pride is not, in the first place, a quality of everyday... -
Cardinal Thomas Collins’ Book RecommendationsCardinal Thomas Collins, Archbishop of Toronto, is known to be an avid reader and, over the years, he has recommended a number of books while preaching at St. Michael’s Cathedral Basilica. With summer right around the corner, we...Posted: Jun-02-2021 -
Watch: Vatican Conference Discusses Better Health For AllEveryone is now able to watch sessions from the Vatican’s wide-ranging interdisciplinary conference, “Exploring the Mind, Body & Soul: How Innovation and Novel Delivery Systems Improve Human Health,” which concluded in early-May. Speakers...Posted: May-17-2021 -
Catholic Education Week 2021: Nurturing HopeDuring Catholic Education Week 2021 (Sunday, May 2 to Saturday, May 7), the Archdiocese of Toronto thanks everyone who contributes to Catholic education in Ontario, especially after this incredibly difficult year. Teachers, students and staff have all shown amazing creativity...Posted: May-03-2021 -
Watch Cardinal Collins’ Latest Lectio DivinaPosted: Feb-12-2021On the evening of Sunday, February 7, Cardinal Thomas Collins, Archbishop of Toronto, spoke about “A Life of Honour” during his latest edition of Lectio Divina at St. Michael’s Cathedral Basilica. Lectio Divina is... -
Find the Creator in the Science of the UniverseEarlier this week, the Newman Centre Catholic Mission at the University of Toronto hosted a fascinating discussion about what our current scientific knowledge of the universe says about the existence of God. And you can now watch...Posted: Feb-05-2021 -
Auditions Being Booked for St. Michael’s Choir School AdmissionsSt. Michael’s Choir School is a unique and heralded educational experience that is offered jointly by the Archdiocese of Toronto and the Toronto Catholic District School Board. It is consistently ranked as one of the best schools...Posted: Jan-15-2021
