Welcome
The
Thomas More Lawyers’ Guild of Toronto
invites all judges, lawyers, law students, and others associated with
the administration of justice in the Archdiocese of Toronto to join in
its activities. Thomas More Lawyers Guilds exist in major cities
throughout the world to honour the memory and principles of Thomas More,
the patron saint of lawyers memorialized in the film "A Man for all
Seasons".
Our Mission:
The Thomas More Lawyers’ Guild of Toronto is a non profit association
formed in 1968 to fulfill the mandate of sponsoring the annual Red Mass
and contributing to the spiritual and intellectual well-being of its
members. We sponsor a
number of social and educational events throughout the year aimed at
fostering spiritual growth and fellowship amongst our members,
encouraging observance of high ethical standards, and supporting members
in applying their faith to the challenges of professional and personal
life.
The Red Mass
dates back to the 13th century and marks the opening of the Michaelmas
term of the Courts in September. It has been celebrated at St.
Michael’s Cathedral in Toronto every year since 1924. Dinners are held
in September following the Red Mass and in June to mark the Feast of St.
Thomas More. Past speakers
have included former Prime Ministers John Turner and Joe Clark, the
Canadian ethicist Margaret Sommerville and celebrated Catholic authors
and columnists Mary Jo Leddy, O.C. and Fr. Ron Rolheiser, OMI. The 2009
Red Mass and dinner reception will be held on
September 17, 2009.
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