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Bulletin – March 17, 2024

Saturday, March 16th, 2024

LENTEN AND EASTER SCHEDULE 2024

Palm Sunday, March 24th, 2024

Masses Sat., 4:30 PM
Sun., 8:30 AM, 10:30 AM, 12:30 PM

Holy Thursday, March 28th, 2024

No 9:00 A.M. Mass
7:30 PM Mass of the Lord’s Supper
Followed by Adoration until 10:00 PM

Good Friday, March 29th, 2024

3:00 PM – Solemn Passion of Our Lord
7:30 PM – Stations of the Cross
Office Closed

Holy Saturday, March 30th, 2024

No 4:30 PM Mass
8:00 PM Easter Vigil

Easter Sunday, March 31st, 2024

No 8:30 AM Mass
Masses: 10:30 AM, 12:30 PM

Easter Monday, April 1st, 2024

No 9:00 AM Mass
Office Closed

EXTRA PARKING AT ELKHORN PUBLIC SCHOOL

PARISH RECONCILIATION SERVICE

Wednesday, March 20 at 7:30 PM

Our parish Lenten Reconciliation Service will be held Wednesday, March 20, 2024 at 7:30 PM.

PARISH DAY OF CONFESSIONS FOR LENT

Thursday, March 21

Our parish day of confession will be held on Thursday, March 21, 2024 from 3:00PM to 5:00PM for those who wish to make their individual confessions.

STATIONS OF THE CROSS

Stations of the Cross will take place each Friday evening during Lent at 7:30 PM. You are also encouraged to attend our daily Mass as often as possible throughout Lent.

“… unless a grain of wheat falls into the earth and dies, it remains just a single grain, but if it dies it bears much fruit.” (John 12:24)

SHARELIFE

Show your love through ShareLife
This weekend is ShareLife weekend.

This ShareLife weekend marks the first collection for our parish’s annual campaign.

Every day, young people in our community need a helping hand due to homelessness, trafficking, or violence. ShareLife agencies ensure the safety of youth fleeing violent homes and provide them a supportive place to stay. This is all made possible thanks to amazing people like you who choose to support ShareLife. We thank you for your kindness and generosity.

Our parish goal this year is $194,500. Please give at the parish using a ShareLife envelope, online through our parish website, or at sharelife.org/donate.

ANNOUNCED MASSES

March 18th – March 24th, 2024

MONDAY – ARMAND OAKIE ✞ – Requested by The Family
TUESDAY – BILL & JUANA RYDBERG – Requested by Juana Rydberg
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY – SUSANNA WONG ✞ – Requested Jenny Lo
FRIDAY – SUSANA CHAU DE ALMENARA ✞ – Requested The Melis Family
SATURDAY – SALVADOR SAN JUAN JR. – Requested by His Wife and Family
SUNDAY – 8:30 AM – FOR THE PEOPLE OF THE PARISH
SUNDAY – 10:30 AM – JOVITA PINO ✞ – Requested by Josie Pino
SUNDAY – 12:30 PM – CHIARA INTINI ✞ – Requested by Annibale & Oakie Family

STEWARDSHIP REFLECTION

5th Sunday of Lent
1st Reading: Jeremiah 31.31-34 ++
2nd Reading: Hebrews 5.7-9
Gospel: John 12.20-33 – – Jesus Speaks about His Death

In the first reading, God tells the prophet Jeremiah, “But this is the covenant that I will make with the house of Israel after those days, says the Lord: I will put my law within them, and I will write it on their hearts; and I will be their God, and they shall be my people.” For the Lord to insist on writing the law on our hearts, He implies that this covenant will be extremely personal and intimate. Let us strive to go to Him and bear our heart to Him, that we may be able to grow deeper in relationship with Christ.

CARING FOR THE HOMELESS IN OUR CITY

Thank you for your generous support of Rosalie Hall and the Good Shepherd Centre. Rosalie Hall is an accredited children’s mental health facility focusing on the needs of pregnant and parenting youth ages 12-25, their children, and their families.

Good Shepherd provides hot meals, clean clothes and shelter for the homeless in our city They help find housing and provide follow up support. They support the homeless who are working to overcome addictions and provide a chance to start again through the Resettlement or DARE Programs.

Your food donations are so important as numbers of people in need continue to increase. Please check the expiry date before donating since we cannot pass on food that has expired.

PLANNING TO BE A CATHOLIC TEACHER?

If you are planning to be a teacher, it is important for you to know that to be hired to teach in any Catholic school board in Ontario, there must be a letter of reference from your pastor as part of your application. The letter explaining that you belong to and participate in the community cannot be written if your pastor does not know you. It is recommended that you have a conversation with him early in the process well before the applications are to be submitted.

BEREAVEMENT LENTEN RETREAT

From Death to New Life
March 23rd from 9:00 AM to 12:00 Noon.

The Lenten Season can serve as a precious time of preparation for the glory of Easter. It is filled with desert experiences, wisdom teachings, and heartfelt farewells. These dry, wise, painful, and passionate times are reflected in our lives, especially for those who are grieving.

Grief is an emotion that is mutual for all humans especially as we experience the death of loved ones, separation or changes in our relationships, changes in our health or the health of loved ones, or transitions that bring changes in our way of life. We witness the process of grief throughout the Sacred Scripture. Many people in Sacred Scripture experienced deep loss, sadness, and grief including Job, Naomi, Hannah, the Blessed Mother, and even Jesus. In John 11:35, Jesus was so moved by the death of his friend Lazarus and by the grief of Martha and their friends weeping.

If you are interested, please register and save the date.
Retreat Date: March 23rd, 2024.
Time: 9:00 AM to 12 Noon.
Registration Deadline: Thursday, March 21, 2024

Registration is a must and it is on-going now. Please contact StGabrielBereavement@gmail.com for the registration form and for any other questions. No walk-in participants will be allowed on the day of the retreat since it will be a closed session.

OUR PARISH GARDEN MINISTRY NEEDS A LOGO!!

Our Community is enjoined to help them design their logo.

Entries will be received from March 22nd to April 15th. The winning logo design will be announced on May 4th. Details are posted on the bulletin boards.

DOMINICAN FRIARS YOUTH INTERFAITH VIDEO CONTEST 2024

February 5th to April 15th, 2024

Theme: “This is a time when the world needs more love and compassion than ever.”

High school students (ages 13–19 years) in Catholic School Boards located in the Archdiocese of Toronto are invited to participate in this annual event that commemorates United Nations International Human Fraternity Day on February 4 every year. Students are encouraged to make a 3-minute video encapsulating the theme. They are encouraged to follow the guiding rules provided on the Catholic Register website and submit their entries by filling the details on the submission form located here: https://www.catholicregister.org/videocontest

CONTACT: interreligious@archtoronto.org or call 416-934-3400 ext. 527 for more information or questions.

JOURNEY THROUGH LENT VIDEO SERIES

As we journey through Lent 2024, visit the CCCB website for the “Journey through Lent” video series from Ash Wednesday to the Fourth week of Lent:

in English: https://www.cccb.ca/lent/
in French: https://www.cecc.ca/careme/

BULLETIN TRIVIA

We might have gained an hour of daylight last weekend, but what did we lose? (Hint: You don’t want to be caught doing this during the homily)

Bulletin – March 10, 2024

Saturday, March 9th, 2024

CONTINUING THE SYNOD DIALOGUE ABOUT THE MISSION OF OUR PARISH

Saturday, March 16th from 1:00 PM to 3:30 PM

On Saturday, March 16th from 1:00 PM to 3:30 PM, you are invited to join us in the parish gathering space as we continue the Parish Synod dialogue regarding future directions for the mission of our parish. Facilitated by Rick Coles and Leanne Kloppenborg, Parish Mission Co-Directors, along with Michael Nasello, Director of the Passionist Solidarity Network, we will explore the questions, “Who are the crucified of the world in our time and place? How are we being called to respond to their suffering?” We hope to see you there.

LENTEN AND EASTER SCHEDULE 2024

Palm Sunday, March 24th, 2024

Masses Sat., 4:30 PM
Sun., 8:30 AM, 10:30 AM, 12:30 PM

Holy Thursday, March 28th, 2024

No 9:00 A.M. Mass
7:30 PM Mass of the Lord’s Supper
Followed by Adoration until 10:00 PM

Good Friday, March 29th, 2024

3:00 PM – Solemn Passion of Our Lord
7:30 PM – Stations of the Cross

Holy Saturday, March 30th, 2024

No 4:30 PM Mass
8:00 PM Easter Vigil

Easter Sunday, March 31st, 2024

Masses: 10:30 AM, 12:30 PM

Easter Monday, April 1st, 2024

No 9:00 AM Mass
Office Closed

EXTRA PARKING AT ELKHORN PUBLIC SCHOOL

PARISH RECONCILIATION SERVICE

Wednesday, March 20 at 7:30 PM

Our parish Lenten Reconciliation Service will be held Wednesday, March 20, 2024 at 7:30 PM.

PARISH DAY OF CONFESSIONS FOR LENT

Thursday, March 21

Our parish day of confession will be held on Thursday, March 21, 2024 from 3:00PM to 5:00PM for those who wish to make their individual confessions.

ANNOUNCED MASSES

March 11th – March 17th, 2024

MONDAY – FOR THE DESTITUTE, THE SICK AND THE DYING – Requested by Lydia McGrann
TUESDAY – JOHN J. VALLIYATHUMALLY ✞ – Requested by The Valavi Family
WEDNESDAY – JOSEPHINE BADALI ✞ – Requested by John, Sal & Patsy
THURSDAY – FRIEDRICH WILHELM BRANSCHAT ✞ – Requested by The Branschat Family
FRIDAY
SATURDAY – BONG PINEDA ✞ – Requested by The Family
SUNDAY – 8:30 AM – FOR THE PEOPLE OF THE PARISH
SUNDAY – 10:30 AM – TINA INTINI ✞ – Requested by Chiara Intini
SUNDAY – 12:30 PM – RONELO GAITAN – Requested by Rebecca Gaitan

STATIONS OF THE CROSS

Stations of the Cross will take place each Friday evening during Lent at 7:30 PM. You are also encouraged to attend our daily Mass as often as possible throughout Lent.

STEWARDSHIP REFLECTION

4th Sunday of Lent
1st Reading: 2 Chronicles 36.14-17a, 19-23++
2nd Reading: Ephesians 2.4-10
Gospel: John 3.14-21 – Nicodemus Visits Jesus

In the first reading from 2 Chronicles we hear about how God’s messengers were persecuted and despised for listening to God. As stewards, we will often also face difficulties in our ministry which is a share in the cross of Christ. To suffer for Christ is a great dignity so the next time encounter sufferings in our stewardship, let us simply pray “Lord, help me to carry this cross out of love for you.”

CARING FOR THE HOMELESS IN OUR CITY

Thank you for your generous support of Rosalie Hall and the Good Shepherd Centre.

Rosalie Hall is an accredited children’s mental health facility focusing on the needs of pregnant and parenting youth ages 12-25, their children, and their families.

Good Shepherd provides hot meals, clean clothes and shelter for the homeless in our city. They help find housing and provide follow-up support. They support the homeless who are working to overcome addictions and provide a chance to start again through the Resettlement or DARE Programs.

Your food donations are so important as numbers of people in need continue to increase. Please check the expiry date before donating since we cannot pass on food that has expired.

SHARELIFE

Show your love through ShareLife

ShareLife Sunday is March 17th.

Today, as we contemplate God’s boundless generosity, may we, too, be moved by this same spirit of generosity. May this inspire all of us to be kind, compassionate, and move us to share our blessings with our brothers and sisters in need.

Please give at the parish using a ShareLife envelope, online through our parish website, or at sharelife.org/donate.

PLANNING TO BE A CATHOLIC TEACHER?

If you are planning to be a teacher, it is important for you to know that to be hired to teach in any Catholic school board in Ontario, there must be a letter of reference from your pastor as part of your application.

The letter explaining that you belong to and participate in the community cannot be written if your pastor does not know you. It is recommended that you have a conversation with him early in the process well before the applications are to be submitted.

PALLIATIVE AND BEREAVEMENT LENTEN RETREAT

March 23rd from 9:00 AM to 12:00 Noon.

SAVE THE DATE: March 23, 2024 for a Bereavement Lenten Retreat: From Death to New Life

The Lenten Season can serve as a precious time of preparation for the glory of Easter. It is filled with desert experiences, wisdom teachings, and heartfelt farewells. These dry, wise, painful, and passionate times are reflected in our lives, especially for those who are grieving.

Grief is an emotion that is mutual for all humans especially as we experience the death of loved ones, separation or changes in our relationships, changes in our health or the health of loved ones, or transitions that bring changes in our way of life. We witness the process of grief throughout the Sacred Scripture. Many people in Sacred Scripture experienced deep loss, sadness, and grief including Job, Naomi, Hannah, the Blessed Mother, and even Jesus. In John 11:35, Jesus was so moved by the death of his friend Lazarus and by the grief of Martha and their friends weeping.

If you are interested, save the date: March 23rd, 2024. The retreat will be from 9:00 AM to 12 Noon. Registration is a must. No walk-in participants will be allowed on the day of the retreat since it will be a closed session. If you have any questions feel free to contact StGabrielBereavement@gmail.com. Please stay tuned for more information.

DOMINICAN FRIARS YOUTH INTERFAITH VIDEO CONTEST 2024

February 5 to April 15, 2024

Theme: “This is a time when the world needs more love and compassion than ever.”

High school students (ages 13–19 years) in Catholic School Boards located in the Archdiocese of Toronto are invited to participate in this annual event that commemorates United Nations International Human Fraternity Day on February 4 every year. Students are encouraged to make a 3-minute video encapsulating the theme. They are encouraged to follow the guiding rules provided on the Catholic Register website and submit their entries by filling the details on the submission form located here: https://www.catholicregister.org/videocontest

CONTACT: interreligious@archtoronto.org or call 416-934-3400 ext. 527 for more information or questions.

JOURNEY THROUGH LENT VIDEO SERIES

As we journey through Lent 2024, visit the CCCB website for the “Journey through Lent” video series from Ash Wednesday to the Fourth week of Lent:
in English: https://www.cccb.ca/lent/
in French: https://www.cecc.ca/careme/

ANNUAL MANRESA WEEKEND RETREAT FOR MEN

Friday, March 15th to Sunday, March 17th, 2024

Manresa Jesuit Renewal Centre 2325 Liverpool Rd., Pickering (at top of Liverpool Rd., N. of Finch)

The Manresa Jesuit Renewal Centre is offering a retreat for men from Friday March 15th to Sunday March 17th The theme is: To be like Mary – Immersed in God’s Divine Life “To live as a Christian in the world, while at the same time living with God’s vision for oneself and his Creation.” In this retreat, we try to listen to God speaking to us through the Scriptures, the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius of Loyola and the lives of the saints. The facilitator is Fr. John Sullivan, S.J.

Come away to Manresa to experience silence and restfulness, to renew your spirit and to deepen your relationship with the Lord. For more information contact Manresa: 905-839-2864 To register: https://manresa-canada.ca/events/

BULLETIN TRIVIA

What is Passion Sunday also called, the Sunday that marks the beginning of the Holy Week celebrations? (Hint: it is not on our living wall)

Bulletin – March 3, 2024

Saturday, March 2nd, 2024

CONTINUING THE SYNOD DIALOGUE ABOUT THE MISSION OF OUR PARISH

Saturday, March 16th from 1:00 PM to3:30 PM

On Saturday, March 16th from 1:00 PM to 3:30 PM, you are invited to join us in the parish gathering space as we continue the Parish Synod dialogue regarding future directions for the mission of our parish. Facilitated by Rick Coles and Leanne Kloppenborg, Parish Mission Co-Directors, along with Michael Nasello, Director of the Passionist Solidarity Network, we will explore the questions, “Who are the crucified of the world in our time and place? How are we being called to respond to their suffering?” We hope to see you there.

LUNAR NEW YEAR CELEBRATONS

Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!

Thank you to all those who worked to make this year’s Lunar New Year Party a wonderful celebration. This is one of the nicest events we have throughout the year and, as always, it was a huge success.

The decorations were amazing. The food was delicious. And the games were entertaining. Thank you to those who planned and worked so hard in making this celebration a truly memorable event. All who attended thoroughly enjoyed themselves. Thank you!

ANNOUNCED MASSES

March 4th – March 10th, 2024

MONDAY – GEORGE P. VALAVI ✞ – Requested by The Valavi Family
TUESDAY – LYDIA McGRANN – Requested by Ron & Anne Ackber
WEDNESDAY – GORDON OATWAY ✞ – Requested by Patricia Oatway
THURSDAY – SIK WAN DANG ✞ – Requested by Erminia Choy
FRIDAY – ENRICA VIOLIN – Requested by The Oakie Family
SATURDAY – ROBERT IP – Requested by Vivian Ng
SUNDAY – 8:30 AM – FOR THE PEOPLE OF THE PARISH
SUNDAY – 10:30 AM – ANGELO DI FLUMERI & FAMILY ✞ – Requested by The Family
SUNDAY – 12:30 PM – MEI YUNG FONG ✞ – Requested by the Rosary Group

STATIONS OF THE CROSS

Stations of the Cross will take place each Friday evening during Lent at 7:30 PM.

You are also encouraged to attend our daily Mass as often as possible throughout Lent.

PARISH RECONCILIATION SERVICE

Wednesday, March 20 at 7.30PM

Our parish Lenten Reconciliation Service will be held Wednesday, March 20, 2024 at 7.30PM.

PARISH DAY OF CONFESSIONS FOR LENT

Thursday, March 21

Our parish day of confession will be held on Thursday, March 21, 2024 from 3.00PM to 5.00PM for those who wish to make their individual confessions.

STEWARDSHIP REFLECTION

3rd Sunday of Lent First Reading: Exodus 20.1-17
2nd Reading: 1 Cor. 1.18, 22-25++
Gospel: John 2.13-25 – Jesus Cleanses the Temple The Transfiguration

In today’s first reading we hear about how Moses received the Ten Commandments from God on Mount Sinai. As we are in this penitential season of Lent let us take some time to reflect on how well we are living up to these commandments through an examination of conscience. Let us then avail ourselves of the sacrament of Confession so that the Lord can victoriously heal us of our sins, helping us grow in holiness.

CARING FOR THE HOMELESS IN OUR CITY

Thank you for your generous support of Rosalie Hall and the Good Shepherd Centre.

Rosalie Hall is an accredited children’s mental health facility focusing on the needs of pregnant and parenting youth ages 12-25, their children, and their families.

Good Shepherd provides hot meals, clean clothes and shelter for the homeless in our city. They help find housing and provide follow-up support. They support the homeless who are working to overcome addictions and provide a chance to start again through the Resettlement or DARE Programs.

Your food donations are so important as numbers of people in need continue to increase. Please check the expiry date before donating since we cannot pass on food that has expired.

SHARELIFE

Show your love through ShareLife

ShareLife Sunday is March 17th.

Our Parish goal is $194,500. Through your kindness, over 40 Catholic organizations and social service agencies can help marginalized members of our community. No one is turned away due to inability to pay. This is all possible through your support.

Please give at the parish using a ShareLife envelope, online through our parish website, or at sharelife.org/donate.

PLANNING TO BE A CATHOLIC TEACHER?

If you are planning to be a teacher, it is important for you to know that to be hired to teach in any Catholic school board in Ontario, there must be a letter of reference from your pastor as part of your application.

The letter explaining that you belong to and participate in the community cannot be written if your pastor does not know you. It is recommended that you have a conversation with him early in the process well before the applications are to be submitted.

PALLIATIVE AND BEREAVEMENT LENTEN RETREAT

March 23rd from 9:00 PM to 12:00 Noon

SAVE THE DATE: March 23, 2024 for a Bereavement Lenten Retreat: From Death to New Life

The Lenten Season can serve as a precious time of preparation for the glory of Easter. It is filled with desert experiences, wisdom teachings, and heartfelt farewells. These dry, wise, painful, and passionate times are reflected in our lives, especially for those who are grieving.

Grief is an emotion that is mutual for all humans especially as we experience the death of loved ones, separation or changes in our relationships, changes in our health or the health of loved ones, or transitions that bring changes in our way of life. We witness the process of grief throughout the Sacred Scripture. Many people in Sacred Scripture experienced deep loss, sadness, and grief including Job, Naomi, Hannah, the Blessed Mother, and even Jesus. In John 11:35, Jesus was so moved by the death of his friend Lazarus and by the grief of Martha and their friends weeping.

If you are interested, save the date: March 23rd, 2024. The retreat will be from 9:00 AM to 12 Noon. Registration is a must. No walk-in participants will be allowed on the day of the retreat since it will be a closed session. If you have any questions feel free to contact StGabrielBereavement@gmail.com. Please stay tuned for more information.

DOMINICAN FRIARS YOUTH INTERFAITH VIDEO CONTEST 2024

February 5 to April 15, 2024

Theme: “This is a time when the world needs more love and compassion than ever.”

High school students (ages 13–19 years) in Catholic School Boards located in the Archdiocese of Toronto are invited to participate in this annual event that commemorates United Nations International Human Fraternity Day on February 4 every year. Students are encouraged to make a 3-minute video encapsulating the theme. They are encouraged to follow the guiding rules provided on the Catholic Register website and submit their entries by filling the details on the submission form located here: https://www.catholicregister.org/videocontest

CONTACT: interreligious@archtoronto.org or call 416-934-3400 ext. 527 for more information or questions.

JOURNEY THROUGH LENT VIDEO SERIES

As we journey through Lent 2024, the Ash Wednesday video and the First Sunday of Lent video of the series titled “Journey through Lent” are now available on the CCCB website:

in English: https://www.cccb.ca/lent/
in French: https://www.cecc.ca/careme/

QUEEN OF APOSTLES LENTEN RETREAT

Saturday March 9,2024 at 8:30 AM

1617 Blythe Road, Mississauga

The Queen of Apostles Renewal Centre is offering a Lenten retreat on Saturday March 9th.
It will be facilitated by the Centre Team.

The cost is $45.00 which includes coffee/tea with muffins and a hot lunch. Mass will also be celebrated.

Registration begins at 8:30 AM.

To register or for more information, please call Jean at 905-278-5524 or email: office@qoa.ca

ANNUAL MANRESA WEEKEND RETREAT FOR MEN

Friday, March 15th to Sunday, March 17th, 2024

Manresa Jesuit Renewal Centre 2325 Liverpool Rd., Pickering (at top of Liverpool Rd., N. of Finch)

The Manresa Jesuit Renewal Centre is offering a retreat for men from Friday March 15th to Sunday March 17th The theme is: To be like Mary – Immersed in God’s Divine Life “To live as a Christian in the world, while at the same time living with God’s vision for oneself and his Creation.” In this retreat, we try to listen to God speaking to us through the Scriptures, the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius of Loyola and the lives of the saints. The facilitator is Fr. John Sullivan, S.J.

Come away to Manresa to experience silence and restfulness, to renew your spirit and to deepen your relationship with the Lord. For more information contact Manresa: 905-839-2864 To register: https://manresa-canada.ca/events/

BULLETIN TRIVIA

Whose Passionist Saint’s feast day did we celebrate on Feb 27? (search last week’s bulletin for answer)

Bulletin – February 25, 2024

Saturday, February 24th, 2024

FEAST OF ST. GABRIEL

Tuesday February 27th is the feast of St. Gabriel.

St. Gabriel, a member of the Passionist Community, was born Francis Possenti on March 1st, 1838 in Assisi. In September, 1856, he entered the Passionist novitiate but before his ordination, he contracted tuberculosis. He died February 27th, 1862 at the age of 24. Francis had a special devotion to Mary and chose as his religious name Gabriel of the Sorrowful Virgin.

He is remembered for his enthusiasm in life and his extraordinary generosity. Pope John XXIII proclaimed him as a special Patron of Youth. Mass will be celebrated at 9:00 AM

CONTINUING THE SYNOD DIALOGUE ABOUT THE MISSION OF OUR PARISH

Saturday, March 16th from 1:00 PM to3:30 PM

On Saturday, March 16th from 1:00 PM to 3:30 PM in the parish gathering space, you are invited to join us as we continue the Parish Synod dialogue regarding future directions for the mission of our parish. Facilitated by Rick Coles and Leanne Kloppenborg, Parish Mission Co-Directors, along with Michael Nasello, Director of the Passionist Solidarity Network, we will explore the questions, “Who are the crucified of the world in our time and place? How are we being called to respond to their suffering?” We hope to see you there.

ANNOUNCED MASSES

February 26th – March 3rd, 2024

MONDAY – FLORENTINO LLOVIT, MARIA LLOVIT & MODESTA MACEDA ✞ – Requested by Linda LLovit
TUESDAY – ODILIA YIU ✞ – Requested by the Family
WEDNESDAY –
THURSDAY – GENARA MARTINEZ ✞ – Requested by Her Family
FRIDAY – CHIARA INTINI ✞ – Requested by Carmina Filice
SATURDAY – SPECIAL INTENTIONS – Requested by Wanda & Jack Wrobel
SUNDAY – 8:30 AM – FOR THE PEOPLE OF THE PARISH
SUNDAY – 10:30 AM – PETER & BRIDGET PEREIRA ✞ – Requested by Sophie & Candida Pereira
SUNDAY – 12:30 PM – CORAZON MALUNAS ✞ – Requested by the Malunas Family

STATIONS OF THE CROSS

Stations of the Cross will take place each Friday evening during Lent at 7:30 PM.

You are also encouraged to attend our daily Mass as often as possible throughout Lent.

STEWARDSHIP REFLECTION

2nd Sunday of Lent
1st Reading: Genesis 22.1-2, 9-13, 15-18
2nd Reading: Romans 8.31b-35, 37
Gospel: Mark 9.2-10 – The Transfiguration

The Transfiguration

In a culture that is increasingly secular, living out the Gospel and practicing stewardship can lead to many trials that may tempt us to give up our pursuit of holiness. In times like this we can find great consolation in the words of St. Paul who says that nothing can separate us from the love of Christ. When our life of stewardship becomes difficult, let us take a moment to simply pray: “I love you Jesus, help me to be more aware of your love for me”

CARING FOR THE HOMELESS IN OUR CITY

Thank you for your generous support of Rosalie Hall and the Good Shepherd Centre.

Rosalie Hall is an accredited children’s mental health facility focusing on the needs of pregnant and parenting youth ages 12-25, their children, and their families.

Good Shepherd provides hot meals, clean clothes and shelter for the homeless in our city They help find housing and provide follow up support. They support the homeless who are working to overcome addictions and provide a chance to start again through the Resettlement or DARE Programs.

Your food donations are so important as numbers of people in need continue to increase. Please check the expiry date before donating since we cannot pass on food that has expired.

SHARELIFE

Show your love through ShareLife

ShareLife Sunday is March 17th.

Our Parish goal is $194,500. Through your kindness, over 40 Catholic organizations and social service agencies can help marginalized members of our community. No one is turned away due to inability to pay. This is all possible through your support.

Please give at the parish using a ShareLife envelope, online through our parish website, or at sharelife.org/donate.

PLANNING TO BE A CATHOLIC TEACHER?

If you are planning to be a teacher, it is important for you to know that to be hired to teach in any Catholic school board in Ontario, there must be a letter of reference from your pastor as part of your application.

The letter explaining that you belong to and participate in the community cannot be written if your pastor does not know you. It is recommended that you have a conversation with him early in the process well before the applications are to be submitted.

THANK YOU FROM THE SOCIETY OF ST. VINCENT DE PAUL – ST. GABRIEL CONFERENCE

We very much appreciate your contribution to the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul. Your support assists our Neighbours in Need locally as well as those in need served through the Society’s programs and services.

The St. Gabriel’s conference is comprised of volunteers from the parish. Together with your support, we provide assistance to persons who require help with food, furniture, clothing or other essentials, support and friendship.

St. Gabriel is a member conference of the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul Greater Toronto Central Council. You may know us best by our collection boxes and Bundle Up clothing drives, however the Society also serves as follows:

Emergency Shelters for women in crisis: Amelie House, Elisa House, Mary’s Home, St. Clare’s Residence

Supportive Housing: DePaul, Martineau and Vincent Homes for adults requiring developmental services, St. Francis Residence for adults living with mental health challenges, Ozanam House and VincenPaul Community Homes for men in recovery

Camps for children: Marygrove Camp and Camp Ozanam

Other programs: Stores Division and Court Services

During this pandemic year, St. Gabriel’s conference managed to visit 88 families in the parish, assisted 170 adults and 144 children with food, clothing, bedding and furniture. During Christmas, we distributed grocery assistances and gift cards donated by parishioners to 17 families.

You will be remembered in the Society’s masses and prayers.

Sincerely on behalf of the Conference of St. Gabriel,
Brenda D’ Souza

PALLIATIVE AND BEREAVEMENT LENTEN RETREAT

March 23rd from 9:00 PM to 12:00 Noon

For those who may be interested in becoming a member of the Palliative and Bereavement Ministry Team in our parish, the next archdiocesan bereavement ministry training will be coming up shortly. This Lenten Retreat will be held on March 23rd from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM. All are Thursday evenings.

The training is designed for new and seasoned parish bereavement ministers. It will explore ways to begin a bereavement ministry or enhance the present bereavement ministry programs in the parish. Registrants are required to participate in all online sessions and complete pre-homework to receive full training.

If you would like to discern about your call to this important ministry to those who are grieving, please contact Sr. Maria Lucia at StGabrielBereavement@gmail.com and she will guide you through the process before you are recommended to attend the training. There is no cost to attend the training but registration is required (space is limited).

“WITNESS THE WORK OF THE PASSIONISTS OF KENYA AND TANZANIA” THIS SEPTEMBER!

The Passionists of East Africa have invited a small group from the Toronto area to witness their work in Kenya and Tanzania this Fall. We will visit Nairobi, central Kenya and the Lake Victoria region before travelling overland to Tanzania where we will stay with the Passionist Community in Arusha.

The experience ends with a wildlife safari in the northern part of Tanzania. Similar small group travel experiences have happened in 2018, 2019 and 2023.

Space is limited so if you would like more information, please contact Steve Carey at skecarey@gmail.com

JOURNEY THROUGH LENT VIDEO SERIES

As we journey through Lent 2024, the Ash Wednesday video and the First Sunday of Lent video of the series titled “Journey through Lent” are now available on the CCCB website:

in English: https://www.cccb.ca/lent/
in French: https://www.cecc.ca/careme/

QUEEN OF APOSTLES LENTEN RETREAT

1617 Blythe Road, Mississauga
Saturday March 9,2024 at 8:30 AM

The Queen of Apostles Renewal Centre is offering a Lenten retreat on Saturday March 9th. It will be facilitated by the Centre Team. The cost is $45.00 which includes coffee/tea with muffins and a hot lunch. Mass will also be celebrated.

Registration begins at 8:30 AM. To register or for more information, please call Jean at 905-278-5524 or email: office@qoa.ca

ANNUAL MANRESA WEEKEND RETREAT FOR MEN

Friday, March 15th to Sunday, March 17th, 2024

Manresa Jesuit Renewal Centre 2325 Liverpool Rd., Pickering (at top of Liverpool Rd., N. of Finch)

The Manresa Jesuit Renewal Centre is offering a retreat for men from Friday March 15th to Sunday March 17th The theme is: To be like Mary – Immersed in God’s Divine Life “To live as a Christian in the world, while at the same time living with God’s vision for oneself and his Creation.” In this retreat, we try to listen to God speaking to us through the Scriptures, the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius of Loyola and the lives of the saints. The facilitator is Fr. John Sullivan, S.J.

Come away to Manresa to experience silence and restfulness, to renew your spirit and to deepen your relationship with the Lord. For more information contact Manresa: 905-839-2864 To register: https://manresa-canada.ca/events/

Bulletin – February 18, 2024

Saturday, February 17th, 2024

FAMILY DAY

Monday, February 19th

Monday, February 19th is Family Day, a day to celebrate our families. The Parish Office will be closed and there will be no 9:00 AM Mass on that day.

FEAST OF ST. GABRIEL

Tuesday February 27th is the feast of St. Gabriel. St. Gabriel, a member of the Passionist Community, was born Francis Possenti on March 1st, 1838 in Assisi.

In September, 1856, he entered the Passionist novitiate but before his ordination, he contracted tuberculosis. He died February 27th, 1862 at the age of 24. Francis had a special devotion to Mary and chose as his religious name Gabriel of the Sorrowful Virgin. He is remembered for his enthusiasm in life and his extraordinary generosity. Pope John XXIII proclaimed him as a special Patron of Youth. Mass will be celebrated at 9:00 AM

LUNAR NEW YEAR CELEBRATION

Sunday, February 25th after 12:30 PM Mass

Saturday, February 10th, 2024 marked the beginning of Lunar New Year. This year is the Year of the Dragon. For many years, the Asian community in our parish has gifted our parish community with a wonderful Lunar New Year Party. This year, the Lunar New Year Celebration will take place on Sunday, February 25th after the 12:30 PM Mass in the Gathering Space. A group from a Chinese Church will perform the Lion Dance. All are welcome. Don’t miss it!

ANNOUNCED MASSES

February 19th – February 25th, 2024

MONDAY – FAMILY DAY – No 9:00 AM Mass
TUESDAY – RAYMUND MARTE ✞ – Requested by Michelle Alonzo
WEDNESDAY – THANKSGIVING – Requested by Amal Asha
THURSDAY – PRINCESITA MARTIN ✞ – Requested by Larry & Leonore Cacao
FRIDAY – CHIARA INTINI ✞ – Requested by the Annibale & Oakie Family
SATURDAY – JOYCE & CATHY DRAB ✞ – Requested by their Family
SUNDAY – 8:30 AM – FOR THE PEOPLE OF THE PARISH
SUNDAY – 10:30 AM – BRUNO CORTESE ✞ – Requested by Antonietta Cortese
SUNDAY – 12:30 PM – EAMON GAUGHAN – Requested by Agnes Gaughan

STATIONS OF THE CROSS

Stations of the Cross will take place each Friday evening during Lent at 7:30 PM.

You are also encouraged to attend our daily Mass as often as possible throughout Lent.

STEWARDSHIP REFLECTION

1st Sunday of Lent

1st Reading: Genesis 9.8-15
2nd Reading: 1 Peter 3.18-22
Gospel: Mark 1.12-15 – THE TEMPTATION OF JESUS

As we read the account of Jesus’ temptation in the desert, we should realize that we too have to fight temptations. When temptations come our way, we must intentionally distance ourselves from the source of temptation and pray for strength

This Lent, let us begin to run away from occasions of sin and fill ourselves with good things from God instead which will slowly help us grow in holiness.

CARING FOR THE HOMELESS IN OUR CITY

Thank you for your generous support of Rosalie Hall and the Good Shepherd Centre.

Rosalie Hall is an accredited children’s mental health facility focusing on the needs of pregnant and parenting youth ages 12-25, their children, and their families.

Good Shepherd provides hot meals, clean clothes and shelter for the homeless in our city They help find housing and provide follow up support. They support the homeless who are working to overcome addictions and provide a chance to start again through the Resettlement or DARE Programs.

Your food donations are so important as numbers of people in need continue to increase. Please check the expiry dates before donating since we cannot pass on food that has expired.

SHARELIFE

Support our vulnerable youth through ShareLife

In this time of Lent, we ask you to think of our brothers and sisters in need – especially our vulnerable youth who call the streets their home.

“Your gift ensures youth experiencing or at risk of homelessness have access to individualized support and variety of programs and services to meet their complex and diverse needs,” says Mark Aston of Covenant House Toronto. “With your caring support, youth have a safe space to turn to and a supportive team to help them plan their own path.”

Please give at the parish using a ShareLife envelope, online through our parish website, or at sharelife.org/donate.

CASSEROLES FOR THE GOOD SHEPHERD CENTRE

Next Weekend, February 24th/25th

Your prepared frozen casseroles will be collected at the Masses next weekend for delivery to the Good Shepherd Centre. Many more volunteers are needed to help feed the hungry in our city.

Three recipes are available on St. Gabriel’s web site. Printed copies of the recipes are also available in the Parish Office. Pans can also be picked up here in the office. Please remember to mark the label on the pan lid with the name of the casserole. For more information, you may contact Irene Albrecht at 416 221-2791.

THANK YOU FROM THE SOCIETY OF ST. VINCENT DE PAUL – ST. GABRIEL CONFERENCE

We very much appreciate your contribution to the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul. Your support assists our Neighbours in Need locally as well as those in need served through the Society’s programs and services.

The St. Gabriel’s conference is comprised of volunteers from the parish. Together with your support, we provide assistance to persons who require help with food, furniture, clothing or other essentials, support and friendship.

St. Gabriel is a member conference of the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul Greater Toronto Central Council. You may know us best by our collection boxes and Bundle Up clothing drives, however the Society also serves as follows:

Emergency Shelters for women in crisis: Amelie House, Elisa House, Mary’s Home, St. Clare’s Residence

Supportive Housing: DePaul, Martineau and Vincent Homes for adults requiring developmental services, St. Francis Residence for adults living with mental health challenges, Ozanam House and VincenPaul Community Homes for men in recovery

Camps for children: Marygrove Camp and Camp Ozanam

Other programs: Stores Division and Court Services

During this pandemic year, St. Gabriel’s conference managed to visit 88 families in the parish, assisted 170 adults and 144 children with food, clothing, bedding and furniture. During Christmas, we distributed grocery assistances and gift cards donated by parishioners to 17 families.

You will be remembered in the Society’s masses and prayers.

Sincerely on behalf of the Conference of St. Gabriel,
Brenda D’ Souza

KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION FOR 2024-2025 SCHOOL YEAR

Registration for the 2024-2025 school year began on January 24th, 2024 at 10:00 AM. Children born in 2020 are eligible to register.

The following original documents for your child are required upon registration:

    Birth certificate.

  • Proof of Catholicity (one of the following documents): Your child’s Catholic baptismal certificate.
  • The parent’s Catholic baptismal certificate (note: the Catholic parent must provide proof of residency in the City of Toronto).
  • A letter of enrolment to the R.C.I.A./R.C.I.C. program.
  • Passport / immigration documents (if child was not born in Canada).
  • Two proof of address documents.

Connect with us for questions about the admission process

Admissions and Placement Department:
Email: admissions.registration@tcdsb.org or Phone: 416-222-8282 ext. 5320

PLANNING TO BE A CATHOLIC TEACHER?

If you are planning to be a teacher, it is important for you to know that to be hired to teach in any Catholic school board in Ontario, there must be a letter of reference from your pastor as part of your application.

The letter explaining that you belong to and participate in the community cannot be written if your pastor does not know you. It is recommended that you have a conversation with him early in the process well before the applications are to be submitted.

PALLIATIVE AND BEREAVEMENT MINISTRY TRAINING

February 15th, 22nd, 29th and March 7th, 14th, 21st

Online from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM

For those who may be interested in becoming a member of the Palliative and Bereavement Ministry Team in our parish, the next archdiocesan bereavement ministry training will be coming up shortly. This online training will be held from February 15th, 22nd, 29th, March 7th,14th & 21st, 2024 from 7 :00 to 8:30 PM All are Thursday evenings. The training is designed for new and seasoned parish bereavement ministers. It will explore ways to begin a bereavement ministry or enhance the present bereavement ministry programs in the parish. Registrants are required to participate in all online sessions and complete pre-homework to receive full training.

If you would like to discern about your call to this important ministry to those who are grieving, please contact Sr. Maria Lucia at StGabrielBereavement@gmail.com and she will guide you through the process before you are recommended to attend the training. There is no cost to attend the training but registration is required (space is limited).

“WITNESS THE WORK OF THE PASSIONISTS OF KENYA AND TANZANIA” THIS SEPTEMBER!

The Passionists of East Africa have invited a small group from the Toronto area to witness their work in Kenya and Tanzania this Fall. We will visit Nairobi, central Kenya and the Lake Victoria region before travelling overland to Tanzania where we will stay with the Passionist Community in Arusha.

The experience ends with a wildlife safari in the northern part of Tanzania. Similar small group travel experiences have happened in 2018, 2019 and 2023.

Space is limited so if you would like more information, please contact Steve Carey at skecarey@gmail.com

JOURNEY THROUFG LENT VIDEO SERIES

As we journey through Lent 2024, the Ash Wednesday video and the First Sunday of Lent video of the series titled “Journey through Lent” are now available on the CCCB website:

in English: https://www.cccb.ca/lent/
in French: https://www.cecc.ca/careme/