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An Incredible Journey of Faith and NursingAs National Nurses Month wraps up, nurse and author Margaret Price reflects on her life's journey guided by faith -- and all the opportunities the field of nursing opened up to her. 1. Through your involvement in helping to start...Posted: May-30-2023 -
Shining a Spotlight on the Ministry with Maturing AdultsThe month of June is dedicated to Adult Faith Formation for the ministries of the Office of Formation for Discipleship. It is also Seniors’ Month in Ontario. This office is committed to help parishes support all adults to grow...Posted: May-25-2023 -
MICROPHONES PURCHASED THANKS TO YOUR GENEROUS GIVINGWe extend our heartfelt gratitude to all who generously donated towards the purchase of two microphones for use by our Children's Choir. Your gift has made a significant impact on our ministry and the musical journey of our...Posted: May-17-2023 -
Celebrating Nurses this National Nursing WeekThe National Association of Catholic Nurses-Canada joined its international friends in honouring nurses at Nurses’ Week this year. We resumed in-person celebrations, inviting our members to host get-togethers for nurses in their parishes. This gave nurses...Posted: May-11-2023 -
Momentum Catholic Single MothersIn 2015, Pope Francis wrote to a single mother, acknowledging the difficulties single mothers face because of the existing stigma against them. “I know it's not easy to be a single mother,” Pope Francis said. “I...Posted: May-11-2023 -
THE WAIT IS OVER... SF SUMMER DAY CAMP IS HERE!We are excited to announce that the St. Fidelis Summer Day Camp for kids ages 4 to 11 will be resuming this year! Registration for the Camp will be held on May 15, 16, 24, and 25 in the...Posted: May-03-2023 -
Exploring the ‘Gift of Faith and Mental Health’ this MayFr. Stephan Kappler is the President and Chief Psychologist of Southdown Institute. In light of the upcoming day dedicated to raising awareness of mental health across the the archdiocese, he shares with readers some of the strong connections between faith...Posted: May-02-2023 -
‘Love One Another’ this National Family and Life WeekNational Family and Life Week is taking place from May 7-14 reflecting on the theme of “Love one another. Just as I have loved you, you also should love one another” (John 13:34). Below, Michelle Dabrowski...Posted: Apr-19-2023 -
Strengthening the Fabric of our Faith CommunityIn recognition and appreciation of all volunteers throughout the Archdiocese during National Volunteer Week (April 16-22, 2023) we asked various members of the community about the role of volunteers and how volunteering weaves us together, thereby strengthening the fabric...Posted: Apr-18-2023 -
CELEBRATING OUR PATRONCome celebrate the Feast of our patron, St. Fidelis of Sigmaringen, at the weekend Masses on Saturday, April 22 and Sunday, April 23, 2023. A reception will be held following each Mass in the gym: a wonderful opportunity...Posted: Apr-08-2023 -
Pastor’s Easter MessageDEAR PARISHIONERS: Easter is Christianity’s greatest feast. St. Paul’s writes; “If Christ has not been raised, our preaching is useless and so is your faith.” (1 Corinthians, 15:14).Its greatness...Posted: Apr-08-2023 -
St. Fidelis Passion PlayI would like to express my gratitude for the incredible work you have done to bring the Passion Play to life. Your dedication, hard work, and passion for this project have truly paid off, and the result was a...Posted: Apr-07-2023 -
ST. FIDELIS GOLDEN AGE CLUBPILGRIMAGE to Our Lady of Fatima Shrine inLewiston, New York on Saturday, May 13, 2023Departure: 7:30 amMass: 10:00 amLunch: Bring your own or buy at CafeteriaDepart from Shrine at 2:00 pmStop over at Niagara on the LakeReturn...Posted: Apr-07-2023 -
First Holy Communion updatesFirst holy communion rehearsal dates 2023:• Group 1 - Wednesday, April 19 @ 7:00 p.m.• Group 2 - Thursday, April 20 @ 6 :00 p.m.• Group 3 - Thursday, April 20 @ 7:00 p.m.Posted: Apr-07-2023 -
Good Friday Procession Ends Pandemic HiatusFr. Massimo Buttigieg, Pastor at St. Francis of Assisi Parish, reflects on the joy of being able to welcome back Toronto’s Good Friday Procession in Little Italy. 1. What does it mean for the Catholic community to once...Posted: Mar-29-2023 -
Walking Together in Pursuit of Healing and ReconciliationJulia and Adam Kozak, a married couple, reflect on healing and repentance in light of the 2022 papal visit, Pope Francis’ ‘Pilgrimage of Penance.’ Adam, a Lay Pastoral Associate and musician, was the National Project Manager for...Posted: Mar-28-2023 -
Office ClosureOur Parish office will remain closed during holy weekfrom Good Friday until Easter Monday.In case of an emergency please call the parishand leave a voice mail.Posted: Mar-27-2023 -
Holy Week SchedulePalm SundaySaturday, April 01 – Eve of Palm Sunday5:00 p.m. - Mass (English)Sunday, April 029:00 a.m.- Mass (Italian)11:00 a.m. - Mass (English)Holy Thursday - April 67:00 p.m. - Lord’s Last SupperAdoration...Posted: Mar-27-2023 -
ShareLife SundayOur parish’s ShareLife campaign goal this year is$31,900.00. As we approach our first collection on theweekend of March 26, we ask youto reflect on the Parable of the Good Samaritan.The parable challenges us: if...Posted: Mar-11-2023 -
Breaking Barriers: Supporting the Deaf and Hard of Hearing CommunityFor those who are Deaf and hard of hearing, isolation and communication barriers did not just emerge during the pandemic. These individuals are often excluded from their communities as they face stigma and discrimination. On Wednesday, March 8 at...Posted: Mar-08-2023
