Gifted to Give - Toronto, Canada

Christianity came to the Philippines...

and the first Mass was celebrated in Limasawa Island on Easter Sunday March 31, 1521. Over the next 500 years, Christianity spread across the archipelago, weaving itself into the fabric of our country’s character and culture and becoming a significant pillar of strength for our nation. Today, the Filipino faithful of the Archdioceses of Toronto aims to take part in observing this occasion: a great opportunity for us to renew, deepen and strengthen our faith... READ MORE

People lighting candles outside of church

We have been graciously GIFTED TO GIVE

Learn more about the concept behind the “GIFTED TO GIVE” theme set for this meaningful commemoration.

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#500YOC logo explained

Learn more about the elements of the logo created to commemorate this special occasion.

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Endorsement

"The celebration of the Quincentenary Jubilee of Christianity in the Philippines will a significant and historical event in the life of the Archdiocese and to the Filipino Catholics here in Canada."
- Thomas Cardinal Collins, Archbishop of Toronto

Thomas Cardinal Collins, Archbishop of Toronto

Read the letter written by
Fr. Sherwin Holandez here.

Read the letter of endorsement by Cardinal Collins here.

Read the letter of endorsement by the Papal Nuncio here.