Congratulations to the children of St. Gabriel’s school who received their First communion! In this week’s bulletin, help around the garden, and registration for the Children’s Faith Program and Adult Faith Development.
Calling all green thumbs!
As you may have noticed, our garden isn’t quite like what we hoped it would be. Weeds, weeds, weeds! I wish to form a garden care committee of volunteers to come in one day a week to care for the garden. They would be under the direction of one person who has the “smarts” as regards to plants. If you are interested, please call the Parish Office at 416-221-8866 and leave your name and phone number. Thanks.
– Fr. Paul
Congratulations to the following children from St. Gabriel’s School who received their First Communion as a group on Sunday, June 3rd, 2012.
It was a beautiful celebration. Let us promise to support them with our prayers as they continue on their journey of faith.
June 11th to June 16th, 2012
MONDAY – CHARLES KERR Requested by Nora Kerr TUESDAY – JACK KEHOE Requested by Mimi WEDNESDAY – PATRICK BANNON Requested by Margaret McCann THURSDAY – LEONARD MARCHIE Requested by Theresa & Family FRIDAY – MARTIN SMEE Requested by the Smee family SATURDAY – MICHAEL DONAGHY Requested by the Family
On June 5th, the Ontario Legislature has passed Bill 13. The Assembly of Catholic Bishops of Ontario has expressed serious concerns regarding certain aspects of this legislation, as have numerous other individual citizens and groups. Recognizing that the Accepting Schools Act is now the law, Catholic partners will seek, as we have always done, in a way that is in accord with our faith, to foster safe and welcoming school communities. Bullying, in any form, is unacceptable. At the core of our Catholic Christian beliefs is the command to welcome every person with love and respect.
Thomas Cardinal Collins Archbishop of Toronto President, Assembly of Catholic Bishops of Ontario
Registration forms for the Children’s Faith Program for next year are now available in the Parish Office. Please note that all registrations must be returned by June 30th, 2012.
Our journey of life and journey of faith are meant to converge at an early age. For many of us, however, we tend to grow physically, mentally, psychologically etc., but remain at a childish level of understanding our faith. The following information is for those who wish to keep growing, to be able to enjoy the Good news of God’s love for us as members of God’s Church.
R.C.I.A. (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults) meetings begin In the fall. These evenings are for persons interested in learning about the Catholic Faith. Because the Parish Community itself is considered the official teacher and guide for potential new members, it is important that some parishioners participate by being present and by sharing their Faith in various ways. It is also an opportunity for “Born Catholics” to deepen their understanding of the faith. Adult Catholics who wish to celebrate the Sacrament of the Eucharist and/or Confirmation are welcome. For more information, please call the Parish Office at 416-221-8866.
It is important for you to know that to be hired to teach in any Catholic School Board in Ontario, as part of your application for employment, there must be a letter of reference from your pastor. If you (or if your adult child) is planning to apply to teach in a Catholic School, a contact with the pastor before Thanksgiving is highly recommended. Please plan to have a conversation with your Pastor early in the process, well before applications are to be submitted.
Great news: it seems that our refugee family may be able to obtain their visas soon. If everything works smoothly, they should arrive in the next couple of weeks. We’ll keep you posted on new developments. Please continue to keep them and all who are affected by violence and persecution in your prayers.
A donor has challenged parishioners, schools, employee groups and corporate supporters to match up to $650,000 in new and increased contributions to the 2012 ShareLife Campaign. Should we realize the maximum potential of this effort, over one million new dollars would be raised for the work of our agencies. At a time when our social service agencies are reporting increased demands for their services, these new funds would help to introduce new programs and reduce waiting times for services for the marginalized in our communities.
Thank you to everyone who contributed to the 2012 ShareLife Parish Campaign. Through your generosity, you are helping ShareLife agencies continue the valuable work they do for the poor and marginalized in our region. You have opened a door to new opportunities for thousands of the most vulnerable in our midst. For anyone who wishes to make a donation, you are still welcome to do so. You can drop your ShareLife envelopes in the offertory basket until July 31, 2012 or donate online at www.sharelife.org. Thank you!
ShareLife Total for 2011: $184,642 ShareLife To Date: $135,334
Fair trade organic coffees will be on sale after all the Masses next weekend.
Please note that this will be the last sale of the season until September.
The Marygrove Camp collection will be taken up next weekend June 16th/17th. Marygrove Camp is a residential camp situated on 39 acres of beautifully treed grounds and a quarter mile of Georgian Bay waterfront, near Penetang, Ontario. This summer, 1,100 girls from less fortunate families will be attending camp. Please support this important work of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul. Each and every child’s camping experience is fully subsidized through this collection. Thank you for your support! Envelopes are in the pews.
Weekend for Married Couples June 15th to 17th
For information telephone: 905-278-8879, 905-829-0116, or 416-694-1742 or register at Queen of Apostles: 905-278-5229.
June 21st to June 24th
This retreat is a powerful, experiential retreat for personal renewal. For further information or to register please call 905-278-5229.
Catholic Parents of Lesbian Daughters and Gay Sons
Saturday, June 16th, 2012 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM Cost: $40.00 (includes lunch) Scarboro Missions, 2685 Kingston Road, Toronto For Brochure and information call John Montague at 416-523-6449.
TCDSB Staff Arts is pleased to present The Sound of Music June 10th at 2:00 PM June 14th, 15th at 7:30PM Theatre at Cardinal Carter Academy for the Arts, All tickets are $20.
For more information please call 416-222-8282 ext. 2787 or visit the website: www.tcdsb.org/staffarts. To order tickets online, go to www.tcdsb.org/staffarts (When ordering online add $1 convenience fee).
Safari Bar and Grill at 1749 Avenue Road Friday, July 6th at 5:00 PM
Did you graduate from Blessed Trinity School in 1976? If so, join Tom Sheedy and some of your Grade 8 classmates for a 36th year reunion to celebrate our “mid-century” mark. For more information and to RSVP please contact: speedclaire@gmail.com or nancy.pitts@sympatico.ca.
Our operating expenses average $13,750 per week. Collection for June 3rd, 2012
Loose Change – $1,162 Envelopes (414) – $8,464 Weekly Portion of Pre-Authorized Giving (180) – $3,369 Total – $12,995
This Bulletin entry was posted on Sunday, June 10th, 2012.
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