Happy Father’s Day to all fathers.
May you be blessed with the graces you need to be good and loving role models to your children. May God give you courage, compassion, patience and peace.
Sunday, July 6th after the 12:30 Mass
The Parish BBQ Picnic will be held on Sunday, July 6th after the 12:30 Mass in the parking lot. Please bring your families, friends and neighbours to enjoy a summer afternoon with parishioners.
We need more young volunteers to help make this event happen. Stay tune for more information.
Serving at the Lord’s table is a great honour and responsibility. The Altar Server Ministry Team would like to invite children who are 10 years or older (boys and girls), who are interested in committing and dedicating time and effort to serve Mass. Any adults who think they may desire to serve are encouraged to volunteer as well. All that is required is a desire to serve at the Altar of Our Lord. If you are interested, contact the parish office or email: altarserversstgabe@gmail.com
The Children’s Faith Program runs from September to the end of April each year, with classes usually taking place on two Sunday mornings each month, at St. Gabriel’s school. It is meant for children who do not attend regular Catholic schools to learn about their faith, grow into faith, and prepare for sacraments as needed.
The CFP is looking for volunteer teachers and assistants to accompany students, aged about 5 to 13. No specific qualifications are required, only an interest in sharing your faith with young people and helping to shape theirs.
If you are interested or to find out more, please email cfp@stgabrielsparish.ca. Come and join our friendly and joyful team!
The milk bag weavers wish to thank parishioners for their milk bag donations. It is so wonderful that the bags can be used to create such soft sleeping mats for those less fortunate. It is very important for all those involved in the project that the bags be dry and clean before they are added to the donation box. Just like “apples”, it takes only one rotten milk bag to spoil the whole box! We do not want anyone getting sick over spilled milk.
June 16th – June 22nd, 2025
MONDAY – PETER G. VALAVI ✞ – Requested by his Family TUESDAY – GENARA MARTINEZ ✞ – Requested by Anna Bascom WEDNESDAY – MARIA PHAM THI NHIEU ✞ – Requested by the Nguyen Family THURSDAY – MICHAEL KIM – Requested by his Family FRIDAY – BEVERLEY WALKER ✞ – Requested by Kevin & Marie McKenna SATURDAY – DAVID CRADDOCK ✞ – Requested by Ruth Jones SUNDAY – 8:30 AM – FOR THE PEOPLE OF THE PARISH SUNDAY – 10:30 AM – THE BIRTHDAY INTENTIONS OF JO BARNES – Requested by Mary Ellen & Family SUNDAY – 12:30 PM – IVY SUK-YEE CHEUNG – Requested by Lana & Friends from Manulife
Sunday, June 22, 2025 (following Noon Mass)
Saint Michael’s Cathedral Basilica- 65 Bond St
All are welcome to join Frank Cardinal Leo, Metropolitan Archbishop of Toronto, for a Corpus Christi Mass & Procession at Saint Michael’s Cathedral Basilica on Sunday, June 22nd, 2025 following the Noon Mass. A procession (45 minutes) will take place in the vicinity surrounding the cathedral followed by Solemn Benediction and some time for fellowship. Join us as “Pilgrims of Hope” during this special Year of Jubilee. All are welcome!
Most Holy Trinity Psalm 8
“O Lord, our God, how majestic is your name in all the earth!”
Let this line of praise be on our lips as we celebrate this mystery of the Most Holy Trinity. The mystery of the divine relationship.
Psalm 8 celebrates the truth that God, whose majesty is indescribable, who has created a universe so vast as to defy description, cares intimately for us humans. All of creation is created wondrously by God…and we humans especially so.
The name Son of Man in this psalm is taken up by Jesus and applied to Jesus himself. Let’s recall that these psalms we sing and pray are the songs and prayers of many, including Jesus.
When does a joke become a Dad joke?
When the punchline is apparent.
Each weekend, we collect food items for Rosalie Hall and the Good Shepherd Centre. Thank you for your generous support of both of the worthwhile organizations.
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.
Your ShareLife gift keeps families together
Imagine arriving in a foreign country, not knowing the local language, and not knowing who can help you find housing and employment. Your gift to ShareLife is helping immigrants and refugees establish a new life in Canada. Through your gift to ShareLife, the Office for Refugees of the Archdiocese of Toronto (ORAT) helps thousands on their journey to safety and freedom.
Thus far we have raised $47,724 toward our goal of $169,000 Please give at the parish using a ShareLife envelope, online through our parish website, or at sharelife.org/donate.
June 27th to June 29th, 2025
Fall in Love Again!
Are you ready for more growth and happiness in your marriage? Join us on June 27th to 29th at Queen of Apostles for a weekend that could change your life. Discover the Secrets to a Lasting, Supportive, and Transformational Marriage!
This weekend is for couples, whether you are newlyweds or have been married for decades. It’s also perfect for priests looking to deepen their relationship with their communities.
Call us NOW: Christian & Elizabeth Arroba, 416-554-4439 or 416-554-7062 or go to christian.elizabeth.arroba@wwme.org
Created with a Purpose for Mission: Explore and Uncover your Unique Call to Sanctity
Saturday, July 5th, 2025 from 9:30 AM to 4:00 PM Manresa Jesuit Spiritual Renewal Centre 2325 Liverpool Road, Pickering, ON
Explore and Uncover your Unique Call to Sanctity with facilitator Veronica Ljubicic. Further details may be found on their website: manresa-canada.ca. Please see flyer for this special day. The suggested offering is $65 for the day and includes coffee, tea and muffin break, lunch and the program. For more information & to register, please contact Veronica at boutiquecoachingconnections@gmail.com
Saturday, June 28th, 2025, from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM
South Garden (Covered Space / Awning)
(Presented by the Garden Ministry in collaboration with the Ministry for Maturing Adults)
The late Pope Francis established the World Day of Grandparents and the Elderly in 2021. On the Fifth year of this celebration which will be held on Sunday 27 July 2025, Pope Francis had chosen the theme to be “Blessed are those who have not lost hope” (cf. Sir 14:2).
Coincidentally, June is celebrated as Seniors Month in Ontario, wherein we take time to celebrate the contributions and lives of older adults. This year’s theme is “Fit, Active, and Healthy Seniors,” and the aim is to emphasize the importance of “wellness, social connection, and lifelong learning for seniors.”
These two initiatives for older adults are what inspired the Garden Ministry and the Ministry with Maturing Adults to initially offer the Elder Retreat in 2022. This retreat is open to all those who are 55 years or older…. but others who may be younger or young at heart are most welcome to join.
Through hands-on encounters in the garden, reflection and discussion of scriptural passages, elders will be invited to share their wisdom and discover the spiritual roots of their relationship with nature. Coffee / tea and biscuits will be provided.
Register via email at stgabrielmma@gmail.com or contact the parish office. Space may be limited, so please make sure you register by Wednesday, June 25th.
Plant growth at this time of year is staggering and that includes weeds. If you would like to help the Garden Ministry keep them under control, one hour a week can make huge a difference. Join the Garden Ministry! Email us at garden@stgabrielsparish.ca
This Bulletin entry was posted on Sunday, June 15th, 2025.
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