Bulletin – May 28, 2023

May 27th, 2023

SENDOFF FOR FR. BRANDO

June 4th at the 10:30 Mass

On June 4th there will be a special blessing during Mass at 10:30 AM for Fr. Brando who is about to begin his new ministry in Yellowknife. North West Territories. Rev. Fr. Jim O’Shea CP, Provincial of the Province of St. Paul of the Cross will preside. We wish Fr. Brando every success in his new ministry.

HOSPITALITY MINISTERS NEEDED

The Hospitality Ministry would like to thank all of our student volunteers that have helped out through this school year. Their help was much appreciated and they are welcome to come back. As we approach summer, we invite parishioners to volunteer their time and assist with hospitality at our church. Volunteers are needed most at the 4:30pm, 8:30am, and 12:30pm masses. Should you have an interest in being of service for our parish, please contact: hospitality@stgabrielsparish.ca or call the Parish Office at 416-221-8866 to leave your name and contact details.

LECTORS NEEDED

We are in need of additional lectors for all the masses. If you are interested in joining this vibrant ministry, please contact Tanya at lectors@stgabrielsparish.ca

ANNOUNCED MASSES

May 29th to June 4th, 2023

MONDAY – ISABELLA NG – Requested by Alexander Au & Connie Ma
TUESDAY – FR. PAUL CUSACK CP & PATRICIA KEYSERS ✞ – Requested by Christine & Roland Kilchling
WEDNESDAY – MICHELE GLAVIC ✞ – Requested by her Family
THURSDAY – 49TH WEDDING ANNIVERSARY OF PAUL & WAI CHIN HWANG – Requested by their Family
FRIDAY – ALEX AU FOR A LONG & HAPPY MARRIAGE – Requested by Patricia Lim
SATURDAY – SOULS IN PURGATORY OF LOZANO FAMILY ✞ – Requested by Myrian Fabra
SUNDAY, 10:30 – BENITO TOMATUOLI ✞ – Requested by his Family
SUNDAY, 12:30 – ANGELA VECCHIARELLI ✞ – Requested by Mary Papadatos

ROSARY GROUPS

English Group – Saturday, June 3rd at 3:00 PM

Chinese Group – Sunday, June 11th at 3:30 PM

PRAYERS FOR NEW PRIESTS

On Saturday, May 13th, 2023, Archbishop Francis Leo ordained seven transitional deacons with the Sacrament of Holy Orders as priests who will serve in the Archdiocese of Toronto.

As a faith community, we invite you to pray for all those who continue to serve and, in a special way, our newly ordained priests: Rev. Sávio Bruto da Costa, Rev. Sean Jacob, Rev. Mirko Ljuba, Rev. Carlos Marquez, Rev. Cole Powers, Rev. John Wang and Rev. Matthew Wang. Let us also pray for those who are currently in formation to the priesthood at St. Augustine’s Seminary and at the Redemptoris Mater Missionary Seminary.

We give thanks to God for all those who have answered the call to serve the Church through a vocation to the priesthood, diaconate, or religious life.

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 he does not know you. It is recommended that you have a conversation with your pastor early in the process well before the applications are to be submitted.

JPIC COMMITTEE SURVEY

After All the Masses, June 10th/ 11th

The Justice and Peace and Integrity of Creation Committee (JPIC) at St. Gabriel’s is gearing up with its activities this Fall. We would like to invite everyone to participate in a brief survey which will identify the issue/s most important for you and for us as a parish to be involved in. Tables will be set up in the Gathering Space for the surveys that will be done after all the Mass during the weekend of June 10th/11th.

CARING FOR THE HOMELESS IN OUR CITY

Thank you for your generous support of Rosalie Hall and the Good Shepherd Centre. They are very grateful.

Your food donations are very 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

ShareLife and World Communications Day

On this World Communications Day, your support of ShareLife is improving the lives of Deaf people in our community.

More than 60% of families with a Deaf child do not know or use a signing language. Silent Voice, a ShareLife agency, is able to provide an array of accessible programs and services, responding to the needs of Deaf adults, youth, children, infants, and their families in American Sign Language (ASL). This is because of you. The help and support you give brings hope and changes many lives. Thank you for your generosity.

Thus far we have raised $95,264 toward our goal of $192,000 Please give at the parish using a ShareLife envelope, online through our parish website, or at sharelife.org/donate.

ST. VINCENT DE PAUL BUNDLE UP

Weekend of June 3rd/4th

Bundle up For Saint Vincent de Paul!

Bring your gently used clothing, shoes, bedding, draperies, towels and new toys to share with others next week, June 3rd /4th. A Saint Vincent de Paul truck/bin will be in the church parking lot so please share what you can with those less fortunate. We will donate or sell these donations to support our outreach efforts. Thank you for your continued support.

The Society cannot accept baby items, construction materials dishes furniture, books, videos or audio cassettes. Please see the sign by the poor box for more information.

The truck/bin will be open all day Saturday from 10:00 AM until 6:00 PM and Sunday from 10:00 AM until 2:00 PM. Volunteers will assist with the loading before and after each Saturday and Sunday Mass.

OCD Walk 2023

Saturday, June 10th at 9:00 AM

The Coach House, 130 Armistice Drive, Toronto (on the Sunnybrook Bayview campus)

Join teams as they walk together to raise funds OCD education, research and programs/services at Sunnybrook’s Frederick W. Thompson Anxiety Disorders Centre. Let’s raise awareness about mental illness and reduce the stigma! All are welcome! High school volunteers are needed; earn community service hours by taking action in your community.

Contact Maureen Cassidy for more information: maureensurprise@gmail.com. They will celebrate with a FREE community BBQ after the walk! No charge to register individually or as a team. Help them reach their fundraising goal of $50,000. Coming soon: The online auction goes LIVE on June 1st, 2023.Register for the event at https://www.OCDWalkToronto.com

TCDSB STAFF ARTS PRESENTS FOOTLOOSE: THE MUSICAL

June 2nd, 3rd, 8th 9th and 10th at 7:30 PM

Cardinal Carter Academy

TCDSB Staff Arts are presenting the engaging and enthusiastic musical Footloose. Performances will take place in the theatre at Cardinal Carter Academy for the Arts on June 2nd, 3rd, 8th, 9th and 10th at 7:30 PM. Tickets are $35 and can be purchased at www.tcdsb.org/staffarts. Footloose is recommended for ages 12 and up.

BEREAVEMENT RETREAT

Friday, June 16th, 2023 from 8:30 AM to 2:30 PM

Queen of Apostles Renewal Centre, 1617 Blythe Road, Mississauga

Come and let the healing hands of Divine compassion gently hold you and bless you with peace and comfort.

The retreat will be facilitated by The Retreat Team – Anne Hales and Betty Dotzko

Registration: starts at 8:30 AM.

The cost is $45.

For more information and to register, please contact Jean, office@qoa.ca.

THE GARDEN SHED

Our garden has woken up and is full of life this spring. There is so much to do; weeding, laying more mulch, planting new additions and so much more.

The garden ministry is looking for volunteers. There are opportunities to work in the garden or help with events. Whether you are new at gardening or an experienced grower we welcome you to join us.

For more information, please email us your name and email address at garden@stgabrielsparish.ca

OPENING: SUMMER GARDENING POSITION FOR YOUTH

St. Gabriel’s has received a Canada Summer Jobs grant from the federal government for a Gardening Helper, between the ages of 15 to 30, to assist with gardening tasks 30 hours per week for 9 weeks, beginning early June. Work can include, but not be limited to watering, weeding, planting, transplanting, soil preparation, pruning, harvesting, mulching, cleaning up debris and care of garden tools.

To apply, please send your resume to francisng@stgabrielsparish.ca.

Bulletin – May 21, 2023

May 20th, 2023

THANK YOU!

The young adults of our youth group would like to thank all the parish community for supporting their fundraiser last weekend. Over $2000 was raised towards their attendance in the World Youth Day pilgrimage this August. Thank you especially to the parishioners who donated items for the sale!

HOSPITALITY MINISTERS NEEDED

The Hospitality Ministry would like to thank all of our student volunteers that have helped out through this school year. Their help was much appreciated and are welcome to come back. As we approach summer, we invite parishioners to volunteer their time and assist with hospitality at our church. Volunteers are needed most at the 4:30pm, 8:30am, and 12:30pm masses. Should you have any interest in being of service for our parish, please contact: hospitality@stgabrielsparish.ca or call the Parish Office at 416-221-8866 to leave your name and contact details.

LECTORS NEEDED

We are in need of additional lectors for all the masses. If you are interested in joining this vibrant ministry, please contact Tanya at lectors@stgabrielsparish.ca

ANNOUNCED MASSES

May 22nd to May 28th, 2023

MONDAY – VICTORIA DAY – No 9:00 AM Mass
TUESDAY – FRANK COLANTONIO ✞ – Requested by Angela Colantonio
WEDNESDAY – SIU PING YEUNG ✞ – Requested by Agnes Wong
THURSDAY – SYLVIA AU – Requested by Alexander Au & Connie Ma
FRIDAY – DORIS AU – Requested by Alexander Au & Connie Ma
SATURDAY – CATHY DRAB ✞ – Requested by her Family
SUNDAY, 10:30 – ANTONIO MARCHESE ✞ – Requested by Cathy Marchese
SUNDAY 19:12:30 – TEDDY NG ✞ – Requested by Elisa Leung

PRAYERS FOR NEW PRIESTS

On Saturday, May 13th, 2023, Archbishop Francis Leo ordained seven transitional deacons with the Sacrament of Holy Orders as priests who will serve in the Archdiocese of Toronto.

As a faith community, we invite you to pray for all those who continue to serve and, in a special way, our newly ordained priests: Rev. Sávio Bruto da Costa, Rev. Sean Jacob, Rev. Mirko Ljuba, Rev. Carlos Marquez, Rev. Cole Powers, Rev. John Wang and Rev. Matthew Wang.

Let us also pray for those who are currently in formation to the priesthood at St. Augustine’s Seminary and at the Redemptoris Mater Missionary Seminary.

We give thanks to God for all those who have answered the call to serve the Church through a vocation to the priesthood, diaconate, or religious life.

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 he does not know you. It is recommended that you have a conversation with your pastor early in the process well before the applications are to be submitted.

CARING FOR THE HOMELESS IN OUR CITY

Thank you for your generous support of Rosalie Hall and the Good Shepherd Centre. They are very grateful.

Rosalie Hall, assists young parents and their children, offering prenatal supports including prenatal classes, nutrition and can help find a child care provider.

They can provide parenting classes, staff to help the transition to parenthood and a school program where young parents can finish high school and be close to their babies in the Early Learning Child Care Centre. The food we donate from our parish often replenishes their empty food bank.

Good Shepherd provides more than 800 hot meals each day. As housing costs soar, they provide affordable housing and assisted living supports to help seniors and other homeless to find their way back to secure housing and for some, a chance to start again through the Resettlement or DARE Programs.

Your food donations are very 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

ShareLife and World Communications Day

On this World Communications Day, your support of ShareLife is improving the lives of Deaf people in our community.

More than 60% of families with a Deaf child do not know or use a signing language. Silent Voice, a ShareLife agency, is able to provide an array of accessible programs and services, responding to the needs of Deaf adults, youth, children, infants, and their families in American Sign Language (ASL). This is because of you. The help and support you give brings hope and changes many lives. Thank you for your generosity.

Thus far we have raised $76,812 toward our goal of $192,000 Please give at the parish using a ShareLife envelope, online through our parish website, or at sharelife.org/donate.

GOOD SHEPHERD CENTRE CASSEROLES

Next Weekend, May 27th/28th

Thank you to the volunteers who prepared 39 casseroles for April. For May, your frozen casseroles will be collected after all the Masses next weekend, May 27th/28th for delivery to the Good Shepherd Centre. Let’s see if we can increase that number!

The casseroles are easy to make and we have the recipes and casserole pans right here in the Parish Office. The recipes are also available on the Parish website. If you require more information, please contact Irene Albrecht at 416-221-2791.

ST. VINCENT DE PAUL BUNDLE UP

Weekend of June 3rd/4th

Bundle up For Saint Vincent de Paul!

Bundle Up for Saint Vincent de Paul! Bring your gently used clothing, shoes and linens to share with others on June 3rd /4th. A Saint Vincent de Paul truck/bin will be in the church parking lot so please share what you can with those less fortunate. We will donate or sell these donations to support our outreach efforts. Thank you for your continued support.

The truck/bin will be open all day Saturday from 10:00 AM until 6:00 PM and Sunday from 10:00 AM until 2:00 PM. Volunteers will assist with the loading before and after each Saturday and Sunday Mass.

TCDSB STAFF ARTS PRESENTS FOOTLOOSE: THE MUSICAL

June 2nd, 3rd, 8th 9th and 10th at 7:30 PM

Cardinal Carter Academy

TCDSB Staff Arts are presenting the engaging and enthusiastic musical Footloose. Performances will take place in the theatre at Cardinal Carter Academy for the Arts on June 2nd, 3rd, 8th, 9th and 10th at 7:30 PM. Tickets are $35 and can be purchased at www.tcdsb.org/staffarts. Footloose is recommended for ages 12.

ST. MICHAEL’S CHOIR SCHOOL AUDITIONS

St. Michael’s Choir School is now holding auditions for students who will be joining them in September. To book an audition for your child, please check the school’s website, http://smcs.on.ca/auditions.

For additional audition information, please contact the school at admissions@smcs.on.ca.ca or call (647) 613-6367 for information about booking your son’s audition

OCD Walk 2023

Saturday, June 10th at 9:00 AM

The Coach House, 130 Armistice Drive, Toronto ( on the Sunnybrook Bayview campus)

Join teams as they walk together to raise funds OCD education, research and programs/services at Sunnybrook’s Frederick W. Thompson Anxiety Disorders Centre. Let’s raise awareness about mental illness and reduce the stigma! All are welcome! High school volunteers are needed; earn community service hours by taking action in your community.

Contact Maureen Cassidy for more information: maureensurprise@gmail.com. They will celebrate with a FREE community BBQ after the walk! No charge to register individually or as a team. Help them reach their fundraising goal of $50,000. Coming soon: The online auction goes LIVE on June 1st, 2023.Register for the event at https://www.OCDWalkToronto.com

THE GARDEN SHED

Welcome to all the new volunteers joining the Garden Ministry! We have so much planned this season and many hands make it easier and all the more enjoyable.

We have a couple of events planned for June and we are preparing to take the thriving seedlings outdoors soon to fill the community garden. As the weather warms we hope you have a chance to come out and spend some time in our beautiful garden.

OPENING: SUMMER GARDENING POSITION FOR YOUTH

St. Gabriel’s has received a Canada Summer Jobs grant from the federal government for a Gardening Helper, between the ages of 15 to 30, to assist with gardening tasks 30 hours per week for 9 weeks, beginning early June. Work can include, but not be limited to watering, weeding, planting, transplanting, soil preparation, pruning, harvesting, mulching, cleaning up debris and care of garden tools.

To apply, please send your resume to francisng@stgabrielsparish.ca.

Bulletin – May 14, 2023

May 13th, 2023

MOTHERS’ DAY SALE

May 13th and 14th

After All the Masses Today

The young adults of our parish youth group are selling flowers, handcrafted jewelry and rosaries, and household goods and decor after all the masses this weekend, May 13th /14th. Proceeds from this sale will help fund their attendance at World Youth Day this August. Please support our young adults!

UPDATE ON OUR UKRAINIAN FAMILY

We are pleased to report that Borys has found work at an aircraft manufacturer in Malton. Daughter, Zlata, is enjoying Grade 6 and has made friends. Son, Zakhar, is in junior kindergarten and loves music. Mom, Nataliya, is a busy mom who appreciates all the assistance, rides and help that the school the parish refugee team has been involved with. Her sister and part of her sister’s family arrived in April and are in temporary government accommodation in Etobicoke.

A big thank you to all who have donated and assisted this wonderful family from a very troubled part of the world.

John Ashworth.

ANNOUNCED MASSES

May 15th to May 21st, 2023

MONDAY – MONA McPHILEMY ✞ – Requested by Nora Kerr
TUESDAY – VINCE DUGO ✞ – Requested by Mary Anne Barnes
WEDNESDAY – VICTOR D’SOUZA ✞ – Requested by His Family
THURSDAY – MICHAEL MCPHILEMY ✞ – Requested by Nora Kerr
FRIDAY – VU VAN CUONG ✞ – Requested by the Nguyen Family
SATURDAY – ALL OF HUMANITY – Requested by Wanda Wrobel
SUNDAY, 10:30 – ANTONIO MARRA ✞ – Requested by Tullio & Family
SUNDAY, 12:30 – SOULS IN PURGATORY OF THE FABRA FAMILY ✞ – Requested by Myrian Fabra

CONGRATULATIONS!

Congratulations to all the children who are receiving their First Holy Communion this spring. We wish them every blessing and promise to support them in their journey of faith.

SHARELIFE

Share your love on Mother’s Day

On Mother’s Day, all moms deserve to be celebrated and supported. Did you know that our parish’s ShareLife campaign is helping young women with an unexpected pregnancy? One such mother is Nikki, who was able to continue her education and receive practice assistance through a ShareLife-funded agency called Rose of Sharon.

“If it wasn’t for you and for ShareLife, I don’t know where we would be today,” says Nikki. “We will always and forever be grateful for your support!”

Thus far we have raised $74,426 toward our goal of $192,000. Please give at the parish using a ShareLife envelope, online through our parish website, or at sharelife.org/donate.

CITY OF TORONTO – COMMUNITY ENVIRONMENT DAY

Tuesday May 16th from 4:00 to 8:00 PM

6000 Leslie St. – Cummer Park Community Centre

Drop off electronic waste and household hazardous waste for proper disposal.

Pick up free bagged compost.

Donate items for reuse – sporting goods, books, electronics, costumes, clothing & footwear, musical instruments & games, glasses, hearing aids, non-perishable food.

CARING FOR THE HOMELESS IN OUR CITY

Thank you for your generous support of Rosalie Hall and the Good Shepherd Centre. They are very grateful.

Rosalie Hall, assists young parents and their children, offering prenatal supports including prenatal classes, nutrition and can help find a child care provider.

They can provide parenting classes, staff to help the transition to parenthood and a school program where young parents can finish high school and be close to their babies in the Early Learning Child Care Centre. The food we donate from our parish often replenishes their empty food bank.

Good Shepherd provides more than 800 hot meals each day. As housing costs soar, they provide affordable housing and assisted living supports to help seniors and other homeless to find their way back to secure housing and for some, a chance to start again through the Resettlement or DARE Programs.

Your food donations are very 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.

ST. VINCENT DE PAUL BUNDLE UP

Weekend of June 3rd/4th

Spring Cleaning – Year Round!

The Society of Saint Vincent de Paul will be collecting gently used clothing, shoes and linens to support our neighbours in need the weekend of June 3rd/4th. Please bring your donation and help others in your community. Thank you!

The truck/bin will be open all day Saturday until 6:00 PM and all day Sunday until 2:00 PM. Volunteers will assist with the loading before and after each Saturday and Sunday Mass.

POPE’S PASTORAL WORKS COLLECTION

This Weekend, May 13th/14th, 2023

Today, there will be a second collection for the Pope’s Pastoral Works. These funds are passed on to the Holy Father for immediate response in countries stricken by war, famine and natural disasters. The Pope’s Pastoral Works displays Christ’s love and compassion for people in desperate need. Please give generously.

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 he does not know you. It is recommended that you have a conversation with your pastor early in the process well before the applications are to be submitted.

A DAY RETREAT FOR CANCER PATIENTS AND CAREGIVERS

Thursday May 18th, 2023 from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM

Queen of Apostles Renewal Centre, Mississauga

Queen of Apostles Renewal Centre is presenting a Day Retreat for cancer patients and their caregivers on Thursday May 18th, from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. A Relic of St. Peregrine will be in their chapel.

The Retreat will be facilitated by Anne Hales and Betty Dotzko

Father Daniel will celebrate Mass.

The cost, including lunch, is $45.00

For more information or to register, please contact Jean at office@qoa.ca or 905-278-5229.

A DAY OF RETREAT FOR SENIORS

Wednesday, May 24th, 2023 from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM

Queen of Apostles Renewal Centre, Mississauga
On Wednesday, May 24th, there will be a Day of Retreat for Seniors at the Queen of Apostles Renewal Centre. It will be facilitated by Father Daniel and Anne Hales

The cost, including lunch is $45.00

For more information and to register, please contact: Jean at 905-278-5229 or office@qoa.ca

TCDSB STAFF ARTS PRESENTS FOOTLOOSE: THE MUSICAL

June 2nd, 3rd, 8th 9th and 10th at 7:30 PM

Cardinal Carter Academy

Featuring an Oscar nominated score, sensational songs and dynamic dancing, Footloose is an engaging and enthusiastic story of the exhilaration of youth, teen-adult listening, and the power of forgiveness.

This year’s production team includes director Sheila Gatensby, music director Anne Bolger, and choreographer Bridget D’Orsogna. The cast and crew include current staff and retirees from all walks of the TCDSB.

Performances will take place in the theatre at Cardinal Carter Academy for the Arts on June 2nd, 3rd, 8th, 9th and 10th at 7:30 PM. Tickets are $35 and can be purchased at www.tcdsb.org/staffarts.

Footloose is recommended for ages 12+. Mature themes, and the use of bright flashing lights are involved.

FINANCE CORNER

One of the most financially sound ways to support the Archdiocese of Toronto is with the gift of securities (stocks, bonds, mutual funds). When you donate securities to a registered charity, you pay no capital gains tax and receive a tax receipt for the full amount of the gift. It means a great tax break for you and an increased support of various archdiocesan charities such as your Parish, ShareLife, St. Augustine’s Seminary and many others.

For further information, send an email to the Development Office at development@archtoronto.org or call 416-934-3400 Ext. 519.

Bulletin – May 7, 2023

May 7th, 2023

A RETURN TO NORMAL

The Archdiocese has given us permission to return to normal parish procedures. As of next week, we will be going to Communion from two sides of the aisle as we used to do. Please follow the directions of the Hospitality Ministers.

MOTHERS’ DAY SALE

May 13th and 14th

After All the Masses

The young adults of our parish youth group will be selling flowers, handcrafted jewelry and rosaries, and household goods and decor at all the masses during Mother’s Day Weekend, May 13t /14th. Proceeds from this sale will help fund their attendance at World Youth Day this August. Please support our young adults!

UPDATE ON OUR UKRAINIAN FAMILY

We are pleased to report that Borys has found work at an aircraft manufacturer in Malton. Daughter, Zlata, is enjoying Grade 6 and has made friends. Son, Zakhar, is in junior kindergarten and loves music. Mom, Nataliya, is a busy mom who appreciates all the assistance, rides and help that the school the parish refugee team has been involved with. Her sister and part of her sister’s family arrived in April and are in temporary government accommodation in Etobicoke.

A big thank you to all who have donated and assisted this wonderful family from a very troubled part of the world.

John Ashworth.

ANNOUNCED MASSES

May 8th to May 14th, 2023

MONDAY –
TUESDAY –
WEDNESDAY –
THURSDAY – MARY T.C. LIU ✞ – Requested by Agnes Wong
FRIDAY – MARIA DIDIODATA ✞ – Requested by her Family
SATURDAY – SOULS IN PURGATORY of the LOZANO FAMILY ✞ – Requested by Myrian Fabra
SUNDAY, 10:30 – ANGELO DI FLUMERI & FAMILY ✞ – Requested by the Family
SUNDAY, 12:30 – EAMON GAUGHAN ✞ – Requested by Agnes Gaughan

SHARELIFE

Living the Gospel through ShareLife

Thus far our parish has raised $72,643 toward our goal of $192,000

“Your sacrificial gift will truly make a difference in the life of someone turning to a ShareLife agency in their moment of need.” – Cardinal Thomas Collins

The third ShareLife Sunday of the year is June 4th. We ask you to share your blessings and give generously through the parish or at sharelife.org. Thank you for living the Gospel!

GOOD SHEPHERD CENTRE CASSEROLES

Thank you to the volunteers who prepared 39 casseroles for April. For May, your prepared frozen casseroles will be collected at the Masses on the weekend of May 27th/ 28th for delivery to the Good Shepherd Centre.

You may pick up a copy of a casserole recipes and a pan from the Parish Office. Three recipes are also available on St. Gabriel’s web site. 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 Irene Albrecht at 416 221-2791.

CARING FOR THE HOMELESS IN OUR CITY

Thank you for your generous support of Rosalie Hall and the Good Shepherd Centre. They are very grateful.

Rosalie Hall, assists young parents and their children, offering prenatal supports including prenatal classes, nutrition and can help find a child care provider.

They can provide parenting classes, staff to help the transition to parenthood and a school program where young parents can finish high school and be close to their babies in the Early Learning Child Care Centre. The food we donate from our parish often replenishes their empty food bank.

Good Shepherd provides more than 800 hot meals each day. As housing costs soar, they provide affordable housing and assisted living supports to help seniors and other homeless to find their way back to secure housing and for some, a chance to start again through the Resettlement or DARE Programs.

Your food donations are very 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

POPE’S PASTORAL WORKS COLLECTION

May 13th/14th, 2023

Next Sunday, there will be a second collection for the Pope’s Pastoral Works. These funds are passed on to the Holy Father for immediate response in countries stricken by war, famine and natural disasters. The Pope’s Pastoral Works displays Christ’s love and compassion for people in desperate need. Please give generously.

MENTAL HEALTH IN THE FAITH COMMUNITIES’ AWARENESS SUNDAY

Sunday, May 7th, 2023

This Sunday, May 7th, 2023, Catholics throughout the Archdiocese are encouraged to participate in Mental Health in the Faith Communities Awareness Sunday. The special focus for this day to raise awareness in our parish communities of the importance of mental health, how we need to look after it, and how important it is to get help if we are struggling. In our faith communities, people often report experiencing shame or stigma attached to mental health and mental health illness. Having open conversations about mental health issues, listening, and sharing information, opens doors to seeking help, and healing. So this Sunday, May 7th, 2023, let’s talk about mental health and help stop the silence, stigma and shame.

THE GIFT OF FAITH AND MENTAL HEALTH

Friday, May 12, 2023 From 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM

Nativity of Our Lord Parish Hall
480 Rathburn Road, Etobicoke

Come for a day of insightful, educational, and practical talks to promote mental health, spirituality, and wellness, designed specifically for the Catholic community of faith on Friday, May 12th from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM at Nativity of Our Lord Parish Hall.

This is a free event, and registration is required to attend. For further information and to register for this free event please visit southdown.on.ca

PRAYER VIGIL

Friday, May 12th, 2023 from 5:30 PM to 10:00

St. Michael’s Cathedral Basilica

A Prayer Vigil for our soon-to-be priests is being held at St. Michael’s Cathedral Basilica on Friday, May 12th, 2023 from 5:30 PM to 10:00 PM.

There will be praise and worship, interspersed throughout the evening, communal prayers, such as the Rosary and a sung version of the Divine Mercy Chaplet.

For more information, please contact the Office of Vocations via email – vocations@archtoronto.org. Please note, this event is open to the public.

A DAY WITH MARY, MOTHER OF JESUS

Saturday, May 13th Registration begins at 8:30 AM

Queen of Apostles Renewal Centre
1617 Blythe Road, Mississauga

Queen of Apostles Renewal Centre invites both men and women to spend a day with Mary, Mother of Jesus. The Retreat will be facilitated by Fr. Daniel Janulewicz OMI and Anne Hales.

The fee of $45 includes coffee or tea and muffins as well as a hot lunch. The Retreat will close with Mass.

To Register or for more information, please email office@qoa.ca or call 905-278-5229.

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 he does not know you. It is recommended that you have a conversation with your pastor early in the process well before the applications are to be submitted.

FINANCE CORNER

One of the most financially sound ways to support the Archdiocese of Toronto is with the gift of securities (stocks, bonds, mutual funds). When you donate securities to a registered charity, you pay no capital gains tax and receive a tax receipt for the full amount of the gift. It means a great tax break for you and an increased support of various archdiocesan charities such as your Parish, ShareLife, St. Augustine’s Seminary and many others.

For further information, send an email to the Development Office at development@archtoronto.org or call 416-934-3400 Ext. 519.

Bulletin – April 30, 2023

April 29th, 2023

MOTHERS’ DAY SALE

May 13th and 14th

After All the Masses

The young adults of our parish youth group will be selling flowers, handcrafted jewelry and rosaries, and household goods and decor at all the masses during Mother’s Day Weekend, May 13t /14th. Proceeds from this sale will help fund their attendance at World Youth Day this August.

Please support our young adults!

ANNOUNCED MASSES

May 1st to May 7th, 2023

MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY – BORIS & CAY CELIS – Requested by the Macaraeg Family
THURSDAY
FRIDAY – LAU KOON TING ✞ – Requested by Linda Law & Family
SATURDAY – SOULS IN PURGATORY of the FABRA FAMILY ✞ – Requested by Myrian Fabra
SUNDAY, 10:30 – FR. JOSEPH PAUL ✞ – Requested by Sophie & Candida Pereira
SUNDAY, 12:30 – VICTOR D’SOUZA ✞ – Requested by His Family

ARCHDIOCESAN DAY OF PRAYER FOR VOCATIONS

Friday, May 5th

The Archdiocesan Day of Prayer for Vocations is on Friday, May 5th, 2023. On this day, parishes throughout the archdiocese hold prayer initiatives dedicated to vocations.

This year we are inviting you to take a moment on this day to pray for two intentions: for an increase of vocations to the priesthood and religious life and for endurance in vocations already committed.

A PRAYER FOR VOCATIONS

God our Father, we thank you for calling men and women to consecrated persons. Send your Holy Spirit to help others to respond generously and courageously to your call. May our community of faith support vocations of sacrificial love in our youth and young adults. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen

ROSARY GROUPS

English Rosary Group
Saturday, May 6th at 3:00 PM in the Gabriel Room

Chinese Rosary Group
Sunday, May 7th at 3:30 PM in the Gabriel Room

SHARELIFE

ShareLife Sunday and the World Day of Prayer for Vocations

When you support ShareLife, you help educate our future priests. This past year, you invested in our Church’s future by supporting 58 seminarians at St. Augustine’s Seminary and Redemptoris Mater Missionary Seminary.

Thus far we have raised $68,797 toward our goal of $192,000. Please give at the parish using a ShareLife envelope, online through our parish website, or at sharelife.org/donate.

Thank you for supporting ShareLife!

Thank you for “living the Gospel” through our parish ShareLife campaign.

CARING FOR THE HOMELESS IN OUR CITY

Thank you for your generous support of Rosalie Hall and the Good Shepherd Centre. They are very grateful.

Rosalie Hall, assists young parents and their children, offering prenatal supports including prenatal classes, nutrition and can help find a child care provider.

They can provide parenting classes, staff to help the transition to parenthood and a school program where young parents can finish high school and be close to their babies in the Early Learning Child Care Centre. The food we donate from our parish often replenishes their empty food bank.

Good Shepherd provides more than 800 hot meals each day. As housing costs soar, they provide affordable housing and assisted living supports to help seniors and other homeless to find their way back to secure housing and for some, a chance to start again through the Resettlement or DARE Programs.

Your food donations are very 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.

CATHOLIC EDUCATION WEEK

Catholic Education Week 2023 begins on Sunday, April 30th. This year’s Catholic Education Week theme is, “We are Many, We are One.”

Our Catholic school will engage in a series of events to celebrate the ongoing gift of publicly funded Catholic education. You are invited to learn about the various celebrations that are happening and are welcome to attend, if possible.

Publicly funded Catholic education has existed in Ontario since 1841 and its graduates have served Ontario and Canada very well. The current generation of students in our publicly funded Catholic schools will serve with the same spirit and generosity as their previous generations.

MENTAL HEALTH IN THE FAITH COMMUNITIES’ AWARENESS SUNDAY

Sunday, May 7th, 2023

Next Sunday, May 7th, 2023, Catholics throughout the Archdiocese are encouraged to participate in Mental Health in the Faith Communities Awareness Sunday. The special focus for this day to raise awareness in our parish communities of the importance of mental health, how we need to look after it, and how important it is to get help if we are struggling. In our faith communities, people often report experiencing shame or stigma attached to mental health and mental health illness. Having open conversations about mental health issues, listening, and sharing information, opens doors to seeking help, and healing. So, on Sunday, May 7th, 2023, let’s talk about mental health and help stop the silence, stigma and shame.

THE GIFT OF FAITH AND MENTAL HEALTH

Friday, May 12, 2023 From 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM

Nativity of Our Lord Parish Hall
480 Rathburn Road, Etobicoke

Come for a day of insightful, educational, and practical talks to promote mental health, spirituality, and wellness, designed specifically for the Catholic community of faith on Friday, May 12th from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM at Nativity of Our Lord Parish Hall.

This is a free event, and registration is required to attend. For further information and to register for this free event please visit southdown.on.ca

PRAYER VIGIL

Friday, May 12th, 2023 from 5:30 PM to 10:00 PM

St. Michael’s Cathedral Basilica

A Prayer Vigil for our soon-to-be priests is being held at St. Michael’s Cathedral Basilica on Friday, May 12th, 2023 from 5:30 PM to 10:00 PM.

There will be praise and worship, interspersed throughout the evening, communal prayers, such as the Rosary and a sung version of the Divine Mercy Chaplet.

For more information, please contact the Office of Vocations via email – vocations@archtoronto.org.

Please note, this event is open to the public

A DAY WITH MARY, MOTHER OF JESUS

Saturday, May 13th Registration begins at 8:30 AM

Queen of Apostles Renewal Centre
1617 Blythe Road, Mississauga

Queen of Apostles Renewal Centre invites both men and women to spend a day with Mary, Mother of Jesus. The Retreat will be facilitated by Fr. Daniel Janulewicz OMI and Anne Hales.

The fee of $45 includes coffee or tea and muffins as well as a hot lunch. The Retreat will close with Mass.

To Register or for more information, please email office@qoa.ca or call 905-278-5229.

THE GARDEN SHED

“HOW TO PLAN YOUR GARDEN” WORKSHOP

with Robert Cordy hosted by the Garden Ministry
April 30th, 1:30 PM to 3:00 PM

Join us on April 30th from 1:30 PM to 3:00 PM in the Gabriel room for a workshop on how to plan your garden! We will discuss crop planning, seed selection, starting seedlings, pest and diseases management, soil health, compost, and much more! Learn how to bring heaven to earth with your own garden of Eden. We welcome all levels of gardening, and will happily help you if you have specific questions about your home garden!

FINANCE CORNER

One of the most financially sound ways to support the Archdiocese of Toronto is with the gift of securities (stocks, bonds, mutual funds). When you donate securities to a registered charity, you pay no capital gains tax and receive a tax receipt for the full amount of the gift. It means a great tax break for you and an increased support of various archdiocesan charities such as your Parish, ShareLife, St. Augustine’s Seminary and many others.

For further information, send an email to the Development Office at development@archtoronto.org or call 416-934-3400 Ext. 519.