Archdiocese of Toronto – February 11 – World Day of the Sick

Next Sunday, February 11, will be recognized as World Disease Day around the world.

Thus, the Metropolitan Archbishop of Toronto, the Most Reverend Francis Leo, sent a letter to the faithful that read, in part: “I would like to express my prayers and personal closeness to all those who are sick, isolated or isolated in the Archdiocese of Toronto. loneliness. Be assured that our religious community will pray for you and ask the Lord for comfort and consolation in your daily life.

He continued by thanking all those who care for the suffering: “We also thank all those called to the ministry of healing through Catholic hospitals and health care organizations. Doctors, nurses, chaplains, and support staff and volunteers show the face of Christ in serving people with illness. I am also grateful to the family members and friends who accompany the sick and suffering through personal acceptance, constant care and, above all, friendship, love and participation.”

To read Archbishop Leo's letter in its entirety, click here.

His Holiness Pope Francis also issued a message: “It is not good for a man to be alone.” Caring for Patients by Caring for Relationships”.

The Holy Father said that the sick, vulnerable and poor people are at the heart of the Church, “they must also be at the heart of our human care and pastoral attention. Let us never forget this! And let us praise the Holy Mary and the health of the sick to intercede for us and help us become masters of closeness and fraternal relations.

To read the full message of Pope Francis, click here.