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Today, we give thanks for the women who shape our lives with courage, sacrifice, tenderness, and unwavering love. In this month dedicated to the Blessed Mother, we also give thanks for you. For 50 years, your compassion has helped mothers, families, and individuals across our community through ShareLife-funded agencies — reminding those facing difficult moments that they are not alone. Today, we honour mothers, grandmothers, godmothers, caregivers, mentors, and all the women whose love continues to shape our lives and communities. Wishing you a blessed Mother’s Day. 💐❤️ #ShareLife50 #ArchTO #MothersDay2026

“As we celebrate Mother’s Day, we welcome this opportunity to pause and give thanks for the women who gave us life, nurtured us, and helped us become who we are.” Read Cardinal Leo's Message for Mother's Day: bit.ly/Leo-MothersDay #catholicTO

It’s Catholic Education Week.⁠ ⁠ In our Catholic schools, faith is lived not only in the classroom, but in acts of compassion, guidance, and care each day.⁠ ⁠ As Cardinal Leo shares in his Catholic Education Week message, Catholic schools help young people live with “faith, compassion, and generosity toward others.”⁠ ⁠ We give thanks to the educators, families, parish communities, and all those who continue to shape young hearts with hope and purpose.⁠ ⁠ #CatholicEducationWeek #ShareLife #ArchTO #CatholicSchools #FaithInAction #FaithAndHope #CatholicCommunity #CEW2026

Catholic Education Week Prayer #CEW2026

It’s Catholic Education Week! Principals, teachers, staff, parents, and everyone in our Catholic school communities, thank you. Each day, you help form young people not only in knowledge, but in faith, purpose, and compassion. As Cardinal Leo shares in his Catholic Education Week message, “...every life is precious, has purpose, and is rooted in the love of Jesus Christ.” Thank you for walking with students on this journey and shaping a generation grounded in faith and hope. #CatholicEducationWeek #ShareLife #ArchTO #CatholicSchools #FaithInAction #CatholicCommunity #CEW2026 #ShareLife50 #CEW #Catholic

Because of you, people like Vincent Pham are saying yes. Through your sacrificial gift to ShareLife, those discerning God’s call are receiving formation at St. Augustine’s Seminary and Redemptoris Mater Seminary—both supported by ShareLife through your sacrificial gift. As Vincent shares, “ShareLife is the pathway in building up the Church for future generations.” Your gift helps continue that formation—and supports those who are answering God’s call. Please watch his message here or at bit.ly/sharelife-sund… Give today at your parish using a ShareLife envelope, or safely and securely online at sharelife.org/donate. Please keep our seminarians, and all those discerning their vocation, in your prayers.

Today is ShareLife Sunday. Parishes across our archdiocese are holding a special collection to support the work of ShareLife-funded agencies—and today, we also mark the World Day of Prayer for Vocations and Good Shepherd Sunday. Through your sacrificial gift, you are helping form future priests at St. Augustine’s Seminary and Redemptoris Mater Missionary Seminary. They will one day shepherd our parishes, walk with families through life’s most important moments, and bring Christ to our communities. As we celebrate 50 years of your faith in action, your gift today helps shape the future of our Church. Please give generously and wholeheartedly at your parish using a ShareLife envelope, or anytime online at sharelife.org/donate. P.S. Those in the photo are transitional deacons who will be ordained to the priesthood next month. Please keep them in your prayers. #ShareLifeSunday #ShareLife50

1 day to ShareLife Sunday! This year, we celebrate 50 years of your faith in action, walking with young parents and their children in moments that matter most. Because of you, families are surrounded with care, guidance, and the hope they need for the future. ShareLife Sunday special collections will take place this weekend, April 25–26. Please give generously and wholeheartedly at your parish using a ShareLife envelope, or anytime online at sharelife.org/donate. #ShareLifeSunday #ShareLife50

2 days to ShareLife Sunday! This year, we celebrate 50 years of your faith in action—walking alongside seniors in our community with compassion and care. Because of you, they are met with dignity, companionship, and the support that helps them live each day with comfort and peace. ShareLife Sunday special collections will take place this weekend, April 25–26. Please give generously and wholeheartedly at your parish using a ShareLife envelope, or anytime online at sharelife.org/donate. #ShareLifeSunday #ShareLife50

3 days to ShareLife Sunday! This year, we celebrate 50 years of your faith in action—walking with those on the path to healing and recovery. Because of you, individuals are given the space to rebuild, to heal, and to begin again. ShareLife Sunday special collections will take place this weekend, April 25–26. Please give generously and wholeheartedly at your parish using a ShareLife envelope, or anytime online at sharelife.org/donate. #ShareLifeSunday #ShareLife50

4 days to ShareLife Sunday! This year, we celebrate 50 years of your faith in action—supporting more than 40 agencies across our archdiocese. Because of you, people of all ages are provided with guidance, care, and opportunities to grow—especially in moments when it matters most. ShareLife Sunday special collections will take place next weekend on April 25-26. Please give generously and wholeheartedly at your parish using a ShareLife envelope, or anytime online at sharelife.org/donate. #ShareLifeSunday #ShareLife50

5 days to ShareLife Sunday! This year, we celebrate 50 years of your faith in action—guiding and supporting the next generation who will shape the future of our community. Because of you, young people are provided with guidance, care, and opportunities to grow—especially those who have no one else to turn to. ShareLife Sunday special collections will take place next weekend on April 25-26. Please give generously and wholeheartedly at your parish using a ShareLife envelope, or anytime online at sharelife.org/donate. #ShareLifeSunday #ShareLife50 5 days to ShareLife Sunday! In photo: A volunteer at Silent Voice Canada. Silent Voice Canada is a Catholic Charities member agency supported by ShareLife

On Tuesday, April 21, the first anniversary of the death of Pope Francis, Vatican News will broadcast a live Rosary and Mass at the Basilica of St. Mary Major and release a documentary to recall the late Argentine Pope. vaticannews.va/en/pope/news/2…

On the first anniversary of the birth into heaven of our dear #PopeFrancis, his words and actions remain written in our hearts. We carry on his legacy by always proclaiming the joy of the Gospel, announcing God’s mercy, and promoting fraternity among all men and women.

Thanks to ShareLife's generous support, as a cherished donor, Catholic Family Services Peel-Dufferin is able to provide essential services for individuals and families. We are profoundly grateful for their partnership in this critical work. Support and follow @ShareLifeCan

NEWS: Cardinal Leo Writes to Prime Minister, MPs – “I ask you to choose life…” bit.ly/news-ChooseLife #catholicTO

6 days to ShareLife Sunday! This year, we celebrate 50 years of your faith in action—when Archbishop Philip Pocock called our community to stand up for our beliefs. Today, you continue that call by caring for families in our community. Through your sacrificial gift, families are met with compassion, care, and the support they need in difficult moments. ShareLife Sunday special collections will take place next weekend on April 25-26. Please give generously and wholeheartedly at your parish using a ShareLife envelope, or anytime online at sharelife.org/donate. #ShareLifeSunday #ShareLife50

7 days to ShareLife Sunday! This year, we celebrate 50 years of your faith in action—when Archbishop Philip Pocock called our community to stand up for our beliefs and respond with compassion. Today, you continue that mission of care and love for our neighbour. Through your sacrificial gift, those who are struggling find care, dignity, and a way forward. ShareLife Sunday special collections will take place next weekend on April 25-26. Please give generously and wholeheartedly at your parish using a ShareLife envelope, or anytime online at sharelife.org/donate. A blessed Sunday to all of you! #ShareLifeSunday #ShareLife50

Our April newsletter is now live ✨ This month, we reflect on the Option for the Poor & Vulnerable—placing those most marginalized at the heart of care and advocacy. 📖 Read more: ccat.ca/wp-content/upl… #InsightsAndEncounters #OptionForThePoor #FaithInAction

St. Kateri Tekakwitha, pray for us. #memorial