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Memo from the Bishop’s Office This morning’s Globe and Mail article “Omicron rules crimp Christmas church-service plans” on page A9 contains the following inaccurate sentence: “In Ontario, churches are similarly limited to 25 people or fewer for in-person services...

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We are delighted to announce that Bishop Andrew Asbil has named Robert (Bob) Hart to the Order of the Diocese of Toronto. This distinction is in recognition of exceptional and exemplary ministry by laity in the Diocese. Many congratulations,...

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Dear Friends, I had a friend and mentor, now deceased, who was so wise and intelligent that he was hand-picked by the Primate to sit on a theological commission that discussed important teachings and decisions for the worldwide Church. ...

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Did you miss any of our Christmas Services? You can watch them on the Diocesan YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/tordio135 Join us for Christmas at the Cathedral! Registration to attend services is required. Christmas Eve Services *4:30pm: Lessons & Carols...

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Advent Reflections During the season of Advent, the Vicar will lead the Cathedral community during the 9:00am and 11:00am celebrations as he reflects on the four Advent themes, Hope, Peace, Joy and Love. This is a wonderful way to...

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Priorities for a Time of Transition When I was growing up, we visited my grandparents every summer on Prince Edward Island.  It was something we all looked forward to eagerly. Back then, the now 6 hour trip took more...

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Tuesday, December 14 at 6:00pm Our “Blue Christmas” celebration will be held on Tuesday, December 14 at 6:00pm. In the shadow of the Advent Candles, we will trim our Christmas tree by hanging doves in memory of our loved...

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BEHIND THE VICAR’S NEW WORDS FOR AN ALTERNATIVE BLESSING In the rites of Anglican liturgy, words and actions, gestures and postures, carry much weight. I recalled being drilled, as a server in training, in getting my genuflection right, getting...

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Sunday, November 28 at 4:30pm Join us for this special Advent service as we prepare together for Christ’s birth. The readings, carols and hymns lead us from darkness to light, as the events told by the prophets unfold. The...

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Thursday, November 25 at 6:45pm The 2021 session of Synod begins with an opening Eucharist from St. James Cathedral. You can watch the live-stream of the service on the Diocesan YouTube channel. Worship alongside fellow Anglicans, hear the Bishop’s...

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