This week in the bulletin: an advent evening of reflection, the new series Deepening our Faith, and an opportunity to learn about the Story of Mass.
Tuesday, November 30th from 7:30 to 9:00 PM
The few weeks leading to Christmas are always such a busy time for us — shopping, entertaining, that we often forget the true reason for the season.
To prepare our hearts and minds for Christmas, the parish will be hosting an ADVENT EVENING OF REFLECTION with the theme Jesus: The Name and Face of ‘God with us’ on Tuesday November 30, 2010 from 7:30 to 9:00 PM, to be facilitated by Father Jack Costello, S.J.
Father Costello is an excellent speaker, and one who integrates spirituality and the living out of our faith in modern times. He is currently serving as Adjunct Professor at Regis College, and the Director of Jesuit Refugee and Migrant Service. The evening will be a great opportunity to pause, listen, and look deeply into our lives to find the room there for the birth of the Christ Child.
If you are planning to attend, please contact the Fatima Lee at 416- 221-8866, Ext. 228 or by email fatimalee@bellnet.ca. We would like to have an estimate of the number attending so as to set up for the event. Suggested donation: $10 or whatever your means allow.
In past years, Tuesday evenings and Wednesday mornings have been devoted to religious topics decided on by those who wish to participate.
The Story of the Mass Tuesday, November 23rd at 7:30 PM Wednesday, November 24th at 10:30 AM
On Wednesday, November 24th at 7:30 PM we will begin a series looking at topics such as Trinity, Incarnation, Grace, Salvation, Sacraments, Church, Tradition etc. There will be short talks by Fr. Michael Himes, S.J. on screen followed by group discussion. It promises to be an interesting and stimulating evening! Other dates will be determined by the participants. For more information or to register, please phone Mary Landry at 416-221-8866, Ext. 224 or email her at mel16@sympatico.ca.
November 22nd – November 27th, 2010
MONDAY – JUANITO GAVIETA & ROSARIO CALIMBAS Requested by Estrella Gavieta & Rachel Luke TUESDAY – MARIA & SEVERINO DINARDO Requested by the Family WEDNESDAY – BILL MURPHY Requested by Marion & Fergus O’Connor THURSDAY – MARIE MILLIGAN Requested by Phyllis Milligan FRIDAY – ANITA MARKLE & MARJORIE SKAZIN Requested by the Family SATURDAY – MICHAEL PALAZZO & CHRISTOPHER DI LALLO Requested by the Palazzo Family
Sunday, November 28th at 12:30 PM
The Confirmation Enrollment Ceremony for all Confirmation candidates will be held on Sunday, November 28th at the 12:30 Mass. All Confirmation candidates must attend.
A Book of Remembrance has been placed on the altar for the month of November. You are invited to write the names of your deceased relatives and friends in the book. They will be remembered at all the Masses celebrated in November.
We are presently preparing the offertory envelopes for 2011. If you already receive envelopes and have changed your address or phone number, please inform the Parish Office so that we can update our records. If you do not receive offertory envelopes and would like to do so, please call the office at 416-221-8866 and we will prepare a box for you. The“Pre-Authorized Giving” plan allows parishioners to make their regular offertory donations by automatic monthly bank withdrawal. Forms, (in a sealed envelope please), may be placed in the collection basket or dropped off at the Parish Office.
Our operating expenses average $14,000 per week. Last week’s collection: Loose Change – $1,163 Envelopes (423) – $8,754 Weekly Portion of Pre-Authorized Giving (134) – $2,738 Total – $12,655
November 20th/21st
There will be a collection this weekend, November 20th /21st for the Shepherd’s Trust. Religious order priests such as our own Passionist Community have faithfully served parish communities like St. Gabriel’s for many years. The Shepherd’s Trust recognizes their faithfulness, their many years of service to us, and the strong ties we have to them by ensuring that funds collected in parishes served by religious order priests, be given to those orders as a contribution towards the retirement of our priests. Please be as generous as your means allow.
Your prepared chicken rice casseroles (frozen please) will be collected at all the Masses next weekend, November 27th/28th for delivery to the Good Shepherd Centre. More volunteers are encouraged to pick up a copy of the casserole recipe and a pan. Why not give it a try? For more information, please contact Irene Albrecht at 416-221-2791.
The Society of St. Vincent de Paul tries to bring help to our neighbours who are in urgent need of assistance. Anyone looking for help should call 416-740-6006 and leave their name and phone number. They will then be contacted in order to determine their needs and arrange a meeting.
November 23rd at 2:00 PM Blessed Trinity Parish Hall
The next meeting of the North York Retired Men’s Club will be held at Blessed Trinity Parish Hall on Tuesday, November 23rd at 2:00 PM. Jodie Sales will speak on “Security Features of the Bank Note.” Prospective members are cordially invited to attend.
November 26th – 28th, 2010
A Religious Discernment Weekend for young women will be held next weekend, November 26th to November 28th, 2010 given by a team of Sisters of St. Joseph. For further information, please contact Sr. Dorothy at 416-927-0720 or dschweitzer@csj-to.ca Also see the flyer on the bulletin board.
In 2011, we will celebrate the 60th anniversary of St. Gabriel’s Parish. A parish pictorial directory would be a wonderful way to commemorate this milestone and the directory would be a valuable historical keepsake for future generations to enjoy and cherish. IPC Canada Photo Services Inc. provides this service to the Church at no cost to the individual or to the Church. These directories will not be sold. Each participating family (household) will receive a free copy of the directory and an opportunity to purchase additional studio-quality portraits at less than studio prices. There is no obligation to purchase. Tables have been set up in the Gathering Space to give you an opportunity to make an appointment after all the Masses this weekend to have your photo taken.
Every week we see many familiar faces at church, but we never have a chance to get to know them. This year as a pilot project, the parish is hosting four “coffee and cookies” gathering, one for each of the weekend masses, so that everyone can have the opportunity to mingle and chat, and be a part of community.
The first one, held on October 24th for those who attended the 8:30 AM Mass, was very well received. The second gathering will be held after the 10:30 AM Mass this Sunday, November 21st, 2010.
Please join us if you can! See you there.
Newman Centre, 89 St. George St, Toronto Saturday, November 27, 7:00 PM
Faith Connections and the Newman Centre invite you to join them for an Advent movie night for young adults (18-39). They will be watching Where the Heart Is starring Natalie Portman. Cost: $5 includes refreshments and munchies (and popcorn, of course!)
L’Arche Daybreak, 11339 Yonge St, Richmond Hill Saturday, December 4, 10:00AM-2:00PM
Faith Connections and L’Arche Daybreak invite you to join them for an Advent retreat drawing on the themes of hospitality and preparing ourselves to welcome Christ anew in the world and in our hearts. With Sr. Sue Mosteller, CSJ and assistants and members of L’Arche. Cost (includes lunch): $10 for individuals, $20 for families (children are welcome; this will be a family-friendly retreat!) Please register by November 30 by calling Kelly Bourke at 416-222-1426 ext 276.
This Bulletin entry was posted on Sunday, November 21st, 2010.
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