February 14th, 2026
Thank you to the people who have responded to date! We have some new volunteers planning to engage in ministry, but there is plenty of room for more! Please pray about your response and return your Time and Talent and Treasurer sheets now.
Sunday February 22nd, 2026 at 2:30 PM
All parish volunteers are cordially invited to the volunteer appreciation event hosted by the parish on Sunday February 22nd, 2026.
2:30 PM – Doors open. Pick up name tag. 3:00 PM – Appreciation expressed 3:30 PM – Refreshments
We look forward to acknowledging and thanking you for your contribution to the life of the parish. See you on Feb. 22nd.
Monday, February 16th
Monday February 16th 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.
Sunday, March 1st after 12:30 PM Mass
Tuesday, February 17th marks the beginning of the Lunar New Year for 2026. This year is the Year of the Horse. 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 in the Gathering Space on Sunday, March 1st after the 12:30 PM Mass. There will be foods, candies, Chinese goodies, coffee and tea. All are welcome.
Wednesday, February 18th, 2026
February 18th is Ash Wednesday. Masses will be celebrated at 12:00 Noon and 7:30 PM. Ashes will be distributed at both Masses.
February 16th – February 22nd, 2026
MONDAY − FAMILY DAY − No 9:00 AM Mass TUESDAY − TINA INTINI ✞ − Requested by the Annibale Family WEDNESDAY − ASH WEDNESDAY THURSDAY − CATHY & JOYCE DRAB ✞ − Requested by their Family FRIDAY − MARY HUYBERS on her 100th Birthday − Requested by Joe Drab SATURDAY – JANET BASCOM ✞ − Requested by Peter & Ana Bascom SUNDAY − 8:30 AM − FOR THE PEOPLE OF THE PARISH SUNDAY − 10:30 AM − DOREEN VEIGAS ✞ − Requested by Sophie & Candida Pereira SUNDAY − 12:30 − SOULS OF THE CORTESE FAMILY ✞ − Requested by the Family
The Church on the Street: Ministry of Presence Saturday, February 28th, 2026 2:00 to 4:00 PM At the church Preacher: Deacon Robert Kinghorn
Our Lenten Retreat this year will be preached by Deacon Robert Kinghorn, a deacon of the Archdiocese of Toronto. Since 2005, Deacon Robert has ministered in a downtown Toronto neighbourhood known for drugs, prostitution, violence and homelessness. He sees the Church present not only in our beautiful church buildings, but also on these streets, and he felt called to minister there.
His encounters with the downtrodden on the darkest corners of these streets reveal not only the despair and disorder there but also compassion and even hope.
Deacon Robert’s experience will give us a living example of how he, in the footsteps of Jesus, also reaches out to those in the margins and brings the love of God to them.
We hope you can join us!
Stations of the Cross will take place each Friday evening during Lent (starting February 20th) at 7:30 PM. You are also encouraged to attend our daily Mass as often as possible throughout Lent.
Psalm 119 “Blessed are those who walk in the law of the Lord!”
This psalm extols the law of the Lord. It’s our response to today’s reading from Sirach which advises us to keep the commandments. The greatest commandment is love, both of God and of creation. By the love of God dwelling in our hearts, we can love God and all whom we encounter, indeed all of creation. This very tall order is rendered doable because we are given the ability to do it. The code word here is grace. Gift.
We are grateful for the limitless love God pours into us. So that we can follow God’s law of love.
“Open my eyes, so that I may behold wondrous things out of your law.”
“Give me understanding, that I may keep your law and observe it with my whole heart.”
Lent is a time of giving and self-reflection for Easter. Can you make giving in support of the marginalized women in the shelters we support part of your Lenten journey? Please check the list posted at our boxes in the Gathering Space. Thank you so much for your kind consideration of this request. Please remember we are not accepting clothing for the shelters other than those items on our list.
Thank you for your generous support of Rosalie Hall and the Good Shepherd Centre. They are very appreciative.
Your food donations are extremely important since the numbers of people in need continue to increase. Please check the expiry dates before donating. We cannot pass on food that has expired.
Day Retreat for Men & Women – Monday, February 23, 2026 from 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM Manresa Jesuit Spiritual Renewal Centre
On this day of reflection, Fr. John O’Brien, SJ. will lead meditations on the Christian journey of life, and present the symbol of ashes as a powerful metaphor for the humility to which we are called as we grow in our sense of personhood. The Canadian Martyrs’ experience 400 years ago will inform this day of prayer and retreat.
The suggested offering is $75 per person which includes lunch, coffee/tea break, program and Mass.
To Register, Email: manresaregistration@outlook.com or visit https://manresa-canada.ca/ or call 905-839-2864.
Saturday, February 28th, 2026 from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM Blessed Trinity Parish, 3200 Bayview Avenue
You are warmly invited to attend an eye-opening presentation by Brandon Lau, a seasoned Cyber Security Specialist, on Saturday, February 28th, 2026, at 9:00 AM at Blessed Trinity Parish.
Discover how AI is reshaping our world and learn to protect yourself from deepfakes, scams, and misinformation. Brandon will share practical AI tools for work and education while highlighting what technology can and cannot replace.
Coffee and muffins will be served after 8:00 AM Mass with the presentation starting at 9:00 AM. This session is designed for all ages; no technical background is required! Please register using this link by February 21st: https://forms.gle/gndZu94Q67DpMXbW8
Catholic Charities is inviting applications for this year’s Scholarships and nominations for the Michael Fullan Community Service Awards. These opportunities support students pursuing a variety of studies and celebrate those whose service reflects the Gospel call to love our neighbours. If you know a young person discerning their path, or someone in our community whose generosity and compassion shine through their daily actions, consider encouraging them to apply or nominating them for an award.
Full details, including eligibility criteria, link to reference forms, and link to nominations forms, are available at www.ccat.ca/scholarships
You can also follow Catholic Charities on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and X to hear inspiring stories from past recipients.
Deadline for all applications and nominations: April 30th, 2026
Contact: info@ccat.ca
What: Indoor Seed Planting Date: Sunday, Feb 22, 2026, 10:30 AM Mass Partner: Children’s Liturgy Ministry Activity: Planting lettuce seeds indoors to get a head start on Spring.
Offertory envelopes for 2026 are still available in the Gathering Space. Please pick yours up if you have not done so. To ensure the proper recording for tax receipt purposes, please do not use any envelopes from 2025 or any prior year for any 2026 donations.
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February 7th, 2026
Thank you to the people who have responded to date! We have a couple of new volunteers planning to engage in ministry, but there is plenty of room for more! Please pray about your response and return your Time and Talent and Treasurer sheets now.
Thursday, February 12th, 2026 at 11:00 AM
A mass will be celebrated on Thursday, February 12th at 11:00 AM with blessing for anyone who has the need. All are welcome to attend and pray for the sick of our parish. Let us gather as a community to pray for God’s healing grace.
To find Pope Leo XIV’s message on the theme “The compassion of the Samaritan: loving by bearing another’s pain”, please visit the website of the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops – cccb.ca
February 9th – February 15th, 2026
MONDAY − FR. ARPAD HORVATH SJ and FATHER ADELMO SJ − Requested by Leonor Dytoc TUESDAY WEDNESDAY − OVI COLAVINCENZO − Requested by the Gaughan family THURSDAY − DIANE ARDILA − Requested by Her Parents FRIDAY − TONINO DIDIODATO ✞ − Requested by His Family SATURDAY – LORENZO HAZA and DEVEA BENAVIDES ✞ − Requested by the Family SUNDAY − 8:30 AM − FOR THE PEOPLE OF THE PARISH SUNDAY − 10:30 AM − NIKOLA VUKOVIC ✞ − Requested by His Family SUNDAY − 12:30 − MEI YUNG FONG ✞ − Requested by Denny Fong
Gracious God, thank you for showing me that true joy comes from giving. In a world focused on gaining more, help me to see the beauty in sharing what I have, whether my time, talents or a simple act of kindness.
Let my heart be generous and open. Amen
Fr Paul
Psalm 112
To fear the Lord is the first stage of wisdom.
Psalm 112’s ten verses deal with familiar themes such as the fear of God, kindness, and compassion to all others. And in particular, this psalm presents the righteous as steadfast, trusting in God and having nothing to fear.
It’s with this psalm, that we respond in prayer to Isaiah 58: “It is well with the person who deals generously and lends, who conducts their affairs with justice …. their heart is firm, secure in the Lord.”
We do well to ask God in prayer to show us what fear of the Lord really means.
Please note that we are only accepting personal care items including women’s slippers, pyjamas and robes. No other items of clothing are needed. Please check the list posted by our collection boxes. Many thanks for your kind attention and continued support.
“Thank you for your generous hearts, for your witness, and for your continued participation in the ShareLife Parish Campaign. Through you, the Church continues to be present where it is most needed and a beacon of hope and magnanimity. May God’s blessings be abundant and powerful in your lives and your loved ones.”
Sincerely yours in Jesus and Mary, Frank Cardinal Leo
Wednesday, February 11th, 2026
Pope Leo XIV’s message for the 34th World Day of the Sick, which will be celebrated on Wednesday, February 11th 2026, offers a reflection on the theme “The compassion of the Samaritan: loving by bearing another’s pain”.
In his Message, Pope Leo invites us to reflect on the figure of the Good Samaritan. The Holy Father outlines three key points: the gift of encounter, the shared mission of caring for the sick and the primacy of being driven by love for God in encountering ourselves and others.
Visit the website of the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops: cccb.ca for Pope Leo’s complete message and reflection.
Wednesday, February 11Tth, 2026 from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
An online Webinar recommended by the Office for Ecumenical and Interfaith Relations
Participants in this webinar will learn how fear and terror are used by totalitarian regimes to silence opposition by using force and intimidation. The Nazi’s used these tactics against the Jewish people in Germany, and then in countries across Europe. This is a relevant and timely case study for us today as it speaks of the call to be alert to protect and promote religious freedom in society.
This event is geared towards educators and students; however, everyone is welcome to attend.
For more information and to register: bit.ly/4qoEV2l
Full details, including eligibility criteria, link to reference forms, and link to nominations forms, are available at www.ccat.ca/scholarships.
Deadline for all applications and nominations: April 30th, 2026 Contact: info@ccat.ca
What: Indoor Seed Planting Date: Sunday, Feb 22, 2026, 10:30 AM mass Partner: Children’s Liturgy Ministry Activity: Planting lettuce seeds indoors to get a head start on Spring.
Offertory envelopes for 2026 are still available in the Gathering Space. Please pick yours up if you have not done so.
To ensure the proper recording for tax receipt purposes, please do not use any envelopes from 2025 or any prior year for any 2026 donations.
I had a really good cheese joke to share with you guys… But now I Camembert it.
February 1st, 2026
Thank you to the people that have responded to date! We have a couple of new volunteers planning to engage in ministry, but there is plenty of room for more! Please pray about your response and return your Time and Talent and Treasurer sheets now.
February 2nd – February 8th, 2026
MONDAY – HUI SOU LIN ✞ – Requested by Linda Law TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY − VICTORIA TIN ✞ – Requested by Erminia Choy FRIDAY − ODILIA YIU ✞ – Requested by Her Family SATURDAY – LUCIANO CANDIDO ✞ – Requested by Janet Candido SUNDAY – 8:30 AM – FOR THE PEOPLE OF THE PARISH SUNDAY – 10:30 AM − MARIA CONVERTINI ✞ – Requested by Angela Convertini SUNDAY – 12:30 − ANTHONY MARIE REMEDIOS – Requested by Anne & Ron Ackber
Psalm 146
This Sunday we hear Matthew’s telling of the sermon on the mount. The first Beatitude refers back to Psalm 146: “Blessed are the poor in spirit.”
The First Reading from Zephaniah shouts the same theme.
Today we meditate on this teaching and its meaning. “It is the Lord who keeps faith forever, who executes justice for the oppressed”
February 1st & February 7th
The Chinese Rosary Group meeting is the first Sunday of every month at 3:30 PM in the Gabriel Room.
The English Rosary Group meets on the first Saturday of each month at 3:00 PM in the Gabriel Room.
All are welcome.
Gracious God, thank you for showing me that true joy comes from giving. In a world focused on gaining more, help me to see the beauty in sharing what I have, whether my time, talents or a simple act of kindness. Let my heart be generous and open. Amen Fr Paul
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.
Begins Wednesday, January 21st at 10:00 AM
The Toronto Catholic District School Board welcomes families with junior kindergarten-aged children (born in 2022) to register for the September 2026/2027 school year.
The Elementary Student Online Registration 2026/27 is now available. Please complete an application at http://soar.tcdsb.org.
The following original documents for your child are required upon registration:
For more registration information, please email: admissions.registration@tcdsb.org or phone 416-222-8282 ext. 5320
Thank you for your generous support of Rosalie Hall and the Good Shepherd Centre.
From the desk of Jane Kenny, Executive Director of Rosalie Hall. Excerpts from her Letter of Thanks – December 23, 2025:
“Your thoughtful gifts of children’s toys, infant and children’s pajamas, presents for parents, and gift cards brought joy and comfort to the young families we serve. Your kindness not only enriched their celebrations but also strengthened the bonds of community and care that are so vital to the families at Rosalie Hall. […] We are especially grateful for your ongoing support of non-perishable items for our emergency food bank. Your consistent contributions have helped us provide reliable and nutritious food to families in urgent need, alleviating stress and ensuring no one in our community goes hungry. […] The compassion and generosity of your congregation are a true reflection of God’s love in action. Every gift, encouragement, and act of kindness makes a tangible difference in the lives of the young parents, babies and children we serve.”
Thank you to the volunteers who prepared 33 casseroles for January. For February, your prepared frozen casseroles will be collected at all the Masses on the weekend of February 22nd to be delivered to the Good Shepherd Centre.
You may pick up a copy of a casserole recipe and a pan from the Parish Office. Three recipes are also available on St. Gabriel’s website. Please remember to mark the label on the pan lid with the name of the casserole. More volunteers are urgently needed to help feed the hungry in our city. For more information, please contact the Parish Office at 416 221 8866.
February 8th, 2026 at 2:30 PM
St. Michael’s Cathedral Basilica 65 Bond St., Toronto
As part of Marriage Sunday 2026 celebrations, Bishop John Boissonneau will preside at a special Mass to honour married couples, with special recognition for those celebrating 25th, 40th, 50th, 60th and 60+ wedding anniversaries in 2026. The Mass will take place at 2:30 PM on Sunday, February 8th, 2026 at St. Michael’s Cathedral Basilica (65 Bond St., Toronto). All married couples will have an opportunity to renew their marriage commitment during the Mass.
All are welcome to attend. Reserved seating is available for couples celebrating a 25th, 40th, 50th, 60th or 60+ anniversary in 2026. Reserved seating is limited, so please register early. All other seating is on a first-come, first-served basis. Those who are unable to attend at the Cathedral are invited to join the celebration via livestream Mass.
Registration and other important information can be found at www.archtoronto.org/marriage.
Wednesday, February 11th, 2026 from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
AN ONLINE WEBINAR RECOMMENDED BY THE OFFICE FOR ECUMENICAL AND INTERFAITH RELATIONS
For more information and to register, click: bit.ly/4qoEV2l.
bit.ly/LGW-TO-Retreat-Register2026.
Offertory envelopes for 2026 are still available in the Gathering Space.
Saturday, February 7, 2026, at 9:00 AM (Zoom)
Learn:
WAYS TO REGISTER:
Follow this registration link: https://qrco.de/WedFeb7
Send an email to: Development@ArchToronto.org and write “webinar February 7” in the title line + your name(s) in the body of the message.
Don’t try to make a belt out of herbs. It’s a waist of thyme.
January 25th, 2026
Thank you to the people that have responded to date! We have new volunteers planning to engage in ministry! Please pray about your response and return your Time and Talent and Treasure sheets now.
It is indeed a blessing to have had Fr Rick Frechette, CP, visit the parish to preach our Advent retreat, and share with us how his faith informs his life and ministry in Haiti.
For those who have missed the Retreat or if you wish to listen again, the video of the Retreat is now available at: http://www.youtube.com/@StGabrielsPassionistParish
Youth grades 5-12 are welcome to attend a youth gathering on Sunday February 1st after the 12:30 mass.
Join us in the Gabriel Room for an afternoon of activities, prayer, and lunch.
January 26th – February 1st, 2026
MONDAY – TUESDAY – KRISTY WETZEL ✞ – Requested by Mary Anne Barnes WEDNESDAY – CHIARA INTINI ✞ – Requested by the Annibale Family THURSDAY – FRIDAY – DECEASED MOTHERS OF JACK & WANDA ✞ – Requested by Jack & Wanda SATURDAY – GENARA MARTINEZ ✞ – Requested by Ana Bascom SUNDAY – 8:30 AM – FOR THE PEOPLE OF THE PARISH SUNDAY – 10:30 AM SUNDAY – 12:30
Psalm 27
In the first reading today, Isaiah’s prophecy is that our yoke will be broken. We reply in the exulting song of psalm 27:
“The Lord is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear?”
Let’s contemplate this truth expressed in this psalm all our days.
And continue to appreciate the wisdom, confidence and beauty of these age-old prayers, the psalms.
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. Here the needs of young families are met, offering prenatal and parenting classes as well as staff to aid in the transition to parenthood. A school program enables clients to finish high school. The food we donate from our parish often replenishes their empty food bank.
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
Tuesday, January 27th, 2026 from 7:30 PM to 9:00 PM Darchei Noam Congregation 864 Sheppard Ave. W.
AN IN-PERSON EVENT SPONSORED BY THE OFFICE FOR ECUMENICAL AND INTERFAITH RELATIONS
The Archdiocese of Toronto is a founding member of the Christian Jewish Dialogue of Toronto (CJDT) now in its 50th year. Since 1945, January 27th has been designated as International Holocaust Remembrance Day, when the Auschwitz-Birkenau concentration camp was liberated. It is a privileged moment to remember the six million Jewish victims of the Holocaust and the millions of other victims of Nazi persecution. With CJDT, the Archdiocese organizes an annual service to honour the victims, survivors, and liberators of the Holocaust, expressing our ongoing commitment to promoting Shoah education in our city.
Registration to attend this event is required. Please register at http://tinurl.com/y8m22muk
Sunday, February 8, 2026: 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM Manresa Jesuit Spiritual Renewal Centre, 2325 Liverpool Rd., Pickering
The Gospel of Mark is the oldest written biblical gospel. This amazing story is told with modern language, but in its original form. Tom Bates, a professional actor, presents the gospel in “a simple, yet elegant performance, a strong piece of theatre.” (Stephen Near, Hamilton City Magazine)
All monies collected will go towards the building of Gloria Christi Regis Centre in the Philippines, a home for abandoned and abused children operated by the Sisters of the Poor of St Catherine of Siena.
REGISTER: Mike Hyland – gospelofmarkfundraiser@gmail.com Suggested Offering: $ 50.00 (Includes reception following the performance)
February 8th, 2026 at 2:30 PM St. Michael’s Cathedral Basilica, 65 Bond St., Toronto
Offertory envelopes for 2026 are still available in the Gathering Space. If there is no box with your name on it and you wish to use envelopes, please advise the parish office either in person, by email or by phone.
Boxes are usually not assigned to parishioners who are donating via Pre-Authorized Giving or Donate Now through the Archdiocese.
On the first few 2026 envelopes, please write your name and complete address so that the office can ensure they have your correct information when sending out 2025 tax receipts. If you have changed your address, please inform the parish office as soon as possible.
No joke, how does a yoke help animals? And what do we have to do with the yoke?
January 17th, 2026
Thank you for considering increasing your Sunday Offering.
Join your fellow parishioners who have answered the call to action.
The offerings are what keeps the parish functioning and maintained.
belonging, believing, becoming
January 19th – January 25th, 2026
MONDAY – LEANDRO FERRAO – Requested by Joan Ferrao TUESDAY – WEDNESDAY – VERA TAN’S BIRTHDAY INTENTIONS – Requested by the Family THURSDAY – FRIDAY – TAT LAU ✞ – Requested by Agnes Lau SATURDAY – DAVID BARBOUR ✞ – Requested by Janet Candido SUNDAY – 8:30 AM – FOR THE PEOPLE OF THE PARISH SUNDAY – 10:30 AM – BERNARD PINTO ✞ – Requested by Sophie & Candida Pereira SUNDAY – 12:30 PM – MARTIN HIGGINS ✞ – Requested by Agnes Gaughan
Second Sunday in Ordinary Time Psalm 40
“Here I am Lord. I come to do your will.”
From Isaiah in our first reading: “I will give you as a light to the nations, that my salvation may reach to the end of the earth.”
These words refer to Jesus. And Jesus’ response is in the words of the psalm: “I delight to do your will, O my God; your law is within my heart.”
While the words apply definitely to Jesus, do they also apply to each of us? Are we light in the world? Do we delight to do God’s will?
Let’s appreciate the wisdom and beauty of these age-old prayers.
Thank you for your generous support of Rosalie Hall and the Good Shepherd Centre
Your food donations are very important during the winter 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
Next Weekend, January 24th & 25th
Your prepared frozen casseroles will be collected at all the Masses next weekend for delivery to the Good Shepherd Centre. Many more volunteers are needed to help feed the hungry in our city. This is a wonderful way to share your time and talents.
Three recipes are available on St. Gabriel’s website. Printed copies of the recipes are also available in the Parish Office. Pans can 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, please contact the parish office at 416 221 8866.
Dear Friends at St Gabriel Parish Community,
Now that I am back in Haiti, (helicoptered in again!), I remember your hospitality with gratitude.
I was glad to accept the invitation to share with you, in the form of advent reflections, some things I have learned as a priest and “apostle” over many years in ministry.
The faith sharing is also healing for me, and the messages I tried to convey during the weekend are in fact ancient teachings of our faith. They are ever new, in every generation of faithful people.
While I was not in Toronto for a mission appeal, your spontaneous generosity was enormously impressive, and I especially appreciated the many personal notes and messages that you spoke or handed to me, after the various masses.
Please know that I was quite rejuvenated by being with you, and my Passionist Brothers!
I offer your most sincere thanks for your donations for the people we serve in Haiti!
I wish for all of you a most blessed new year of Grace, 2026! Fr. Rick Frechette CP
Fair Trade coffee will be sold after all the Masses next weekend, January 24th /25th. The cost is $7.00 per bag.
The Garden Ministry’s Winter Issue is now available on our website and parish bulletin boards. We welcome your feedback and letters to the editor.
Founded by St. Paul of the Cross, every Passionist takes a special vow to spend his or her energies in promoting remembrance of the sufferings of Jesus, the memory of the Cross, and reflection of the meaning of the Cross for the world.
Learn about Passionists and our insignia »
Companion for the Walk of the Stations of the Cosmic Earth
St. Gabriel’s Garden – Guided Sensory Reflective Walk
