Good Friday commemorates Jesus’ ultimate sacrifice
“Father, into your hands I commend my spirit.” Luke 23:46
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The Way of the Cross
The Grade 5 students of St. Padre Pio CES in Vaughan presented the Way of the Cross liturgy virtually to the entire school on Wednesday, March 31. The pictures were taken using the Green Screen wall in the school’s Library Learning Commons and creatively designed by Grade 8 students. The St. Padre Pio Catholic Elementary School … Continue reading “The Way of the Cross”
Holy Thursday
Do this in remembrance of me.
Luke 22:19
Palm Sunday marks the beginning of Holy Week
“Then those who went ahead and those who followed were shouting, Hosanna! Blessed is the one who comes in the name of the Lord!” Mark 11:9
World Down Syndrome Day is March 21
World Down Syndrome Day (WDSD) is celebrated annual on March 21 around the world. It is an opportunity to recognize and celebrate people with Down Syndrome. In 2012, the United Nations declared March 21 – 3-21 as World Down Syndrome Day, because this date signifies the uniqueness of the triplication of the 21st chromosome which … Continue reading “World Down Syndrome Day is March 21”
Choose to Challenge – International Women’s Day 2021
#IWD2021 #ChooseToChallenge International Women’s Day takes place on March 8th every year. It is a global day to advocate for women and girls, to raise awareness about the many challenges they face, and to celebrate the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women. The theme for this year’s International Women’s Day is: Choose to … Continue reading “Choose to Challenge – International Women’s Day 2021”
March 1st is Black Mental Health Day
Last year, with the proclamation of Bill 178, the Black Mental Health Day Act (2020) helped set the stage for all to learn and understand more about the impact of systemic racism. We need to work together to enact meaningful systemic change that will better support Black children and youth and address the historical impact … Continue reading “March 1st is Black Mental Health Day”
Carter students discuss allyship and Black history among other conversations this month
Cardinal Carter Catholic High School in Aurora held many events and activities to mark Black History Month and shared profiles of Black saints and other historical leaders throughout the month. One of its highlights was a personalized video message from the Honourable Jean Augustine in commemoration of Black History Month. Jean Augustine, who helped to bring Black … Continue reading “Carter students discuss allyship and Black history among other conversations this month”
St. Anne’s Black History Month presentations
St. Anne Catholic Elementary School in Richmond Hill celebrated Black History month by hosting a series of virtual speakers and presentations. Through the generous support of its Catholic School Council, St. Anne hosted presenters from the Canadian Multicultural Inventors Museum on February 8th for students in Grades 4-8. The Canadian Multicultural Inventors Museum is a … Continue reading “St. Anne’s Black History Month presentations”
St. Max in Aurora welcomes Jeff A.D. Martin
“You are worth it. You are enough,” – was the resounding message that Jeff A.D. Martin shared with the St. Maximilian Kolbe CHS school on February 19, during the school’s marquee Black History Month event. Martin spoke to students and staff about empowerment, social justice, and Black excellence. Jeff A.D. Martin is an award-winning motivational … Continue reading “St. Max in Aurora welcomes Jeff A.D. Martin”