Saturday, October 17th from 2:00 to 4:00 PM
Gabriel Room
Over the years, many parishioners have told us they want to know more about the Passionists. To celebrate this year’s feast day of St Paul of Cross, the Founder of the Passionists, St. Gabriel’s will host a PASSIONIST SHOW AND TELL. You will hear more about the Passionists and a panel of five people in the parish whose lives have been impacted by the Passionists (Fr. Paul, Fr. Bill, Mike Nasello, Nikki Malunas, and Fatima Lee) will share their own lived experiences of the Passionist charism.
If, like many other parishioners, you may have wondered who the Passionists are, or feel that you want to learn more about them, please join us for this sharing on Saturday, October 17th, 2026 from 2:00 to 4:00 PM, in the Gabriel Room.
We look forward to seeing you there!
The parish would like to invite families to bring up the gifts of bread and wine at the offertory procession during the 4:30 PM, 8:30 AM, and 12:30 PM masses. Families who are interested in taking part, please leave your name and contact information with the parish office (416) 221-8866, or email office@stgabrielsparish.ca
Thank you to all the parents who came to register their children for the sacraments. You are still able to register during regular office hours until October 5th.
Please Note:
A copy of the child’s Baptismal Certificate is required if registering for First Communion or Confirmation. Registration forms will not be accepted without it. A Baptism certificate is not required for Reconciliation. A fee of $30 is required at registration for Confirmation to defray related costs.
Registration will be followed by parents’ meetings for each sacrament. Stay tuned for those meeting dates, where textbooks will be sold.
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, email: altarserversstgabe@gmail.com or contact the parish office.
At the 10:30 AM Mass from mid-September to June each year, children ages 4 to 10 have the opportunity to gather as a group for the Liturgy of the Word, led by adults with students assisting.
We are in need of more student volunteers to assist this program.
For more information or to volunteer, please call Dawn Burke at 416 671-0561 or leave a message at the Parish Office.
October 5th to October 11th, 2026
MONDAY − REGGIE CLARKE ✞ − Requested by Karen Crichton TUESDAY − PAUL, NANCY & JOHN LIM ✞ − Requested by Patricia Lim WEDNESDAY − FR. BERNARD McEACHERN − Requested by Leonor Dytoc THURSDAY − MARIAN GALLIGAN ✞ − Requested Patrick Galligan FRIDAY − DAVID CRADDOCK ✞ − Requested by his Family SATURDAY − BORDEN KOROLUK ✞ − Requested by Chantal Wood SUNDAY − 8:30 AM – FOR THE PEOPLE OF THE PARISH SUNDAY – 10:30 AM − BRUNO CORTESE ✞ − Requested by his Family SUNDAY – 12:30 PM – PAUL, NANCY & JOHN LIM ✞ − Requested by Patricia Lim
Each year we decorate our worship space for Thanksgiving, Christmas and Easter. In the last few years, the cost of the flowers has increased considerably. For this reason, we are establishing a Flower Fund to help defray the cost of the flowers. If you would like to donate, please bring your donation to the office in an envelope marked Flower Fund.
Psalm 80
The psalm recalls the Biblical theme of the vineyard of the Lord.
In the Old Testament the vineyard is the chosen people. Or is it the Church? Or perhaps all of humanity; or maybe each of us, each individual person?
Could the vineyard of the Lord be all of creation? Is it that we are called upon to tend it and care for it as the Lord wishes?
A theme found in several places. Today found here in the psalm, in the First Reading from Isaiah and in the Gospel as recorded for us by Matthew.
The psalm refers to the Lord as Shepherd. And describes a common complaint that things are going so very badly. We call on the Lord to restore us, to hear us, to save us. At the end of the psalm, we call on the Lord to tend his vineyard.
In tending the Lord’s vineyard, we build the kingdom of God. Saint Paul describes the signs of that kingdom in our second reading: peace, truth, honour, justice, purity.
“Restore us, O Lord God of hosts; let your face shine, that we may be saved.”
What do you call a polar bear in the jungle? Lost
This Weekend, October 3rd/4th, 2026 Special Collection
As part of our ongoing commitment to support healing and reconciliation, the Archdiocese of Toronto has made a commitment to provide funds in support of programs and initiatives that respond to the various needs that exist among Indigenous Peoples both locally and throughout the country.
The Indigenous Healing & Reconciliation fund is part of a national effort announced by the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops. To date, the fund has raised more than 86% of its $30 million target as pledged by the Canadian bishops and dioceses throughout Canada. The archdiocese has allocated $4.5 million of its $6 million pledge to charitable initiatives supporting healing and reconciliation. The collection this weekend, October 3rd/4th provides an opportunity for the faithful to contribute to this important initiative.
For more information or to donate online please visit: www.archtoronto.org/healingandreconciliation – thank you for your generosity!
For the Good Shepherd Centre and Rosalie Hall
We are preparing for our Annual Thanksgiving Food Drive. Thanks to community partners like you, individuals facing hunger are welcomed and served daily at Good Shepherd. Upward of 1,100 meals are served each day.
Rosalie Hall assists young parents and their children to realize their potential. The food we donate from our parish often replenishes their empty food bank.
Urgently needed items include: Tuna & Canned Meats Coffee & Tea Bags Soups & Stews Beans & Chickpeas Canned Tomatoes, Corn & Vegetables Pasta Sauce Salad Dressing Cooking Oil Sugar, Salt, Pepper, Spices Bagged Rice Mini sized Juice Boxes Pancake Mix Granola Bars, Dried Meals Peanut Butter, Jams
Condiments: soy sauce, ketchup, mayonnaise, mustard
Please check the expiry date as we cannot pass on expired foods. We thank you for your generous support!
Your Faith in Action: 2026 Food Security Grants
For the fourth consecutive year, ShareLife and Catholic Charities are committing funds through the Food Security Grants program. Made possible through the faithful generosity of ShareLife donors, this year, $850,000 in Food Security Grants will strengthen local food banks, meal programs and other community-based initiatives serving individuals and families in need.
Your compassionate support of our parish’s ShareLife Campaign helps make this work possible. Please support the fight against hunger by giving at the parish using a ShareLife envelope or at sharelife.org/donate. Thank you for living the Gospel!
Sunday, October 4th at 2:00 PM
Church Parking Lot
The blessing of pets is often associated with St. Francis of Assisi, the patron saint of animals and the environment. This tradition emphasizes the importance of caring for all living creatures and recognizing their role in our lives. It is a way to express gratitude for the companionship and joy that pets bring to us.
Please join us for the blessing of pets to be held in the parking lot of St. Gabriel’s Church on Sunday, October 4th at 2:00 PM.
Monday, October 26, 2026 from 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM
Manresa Jesuit Spiritual Renewal Centre
Day of Retreat: Where the Hell is God?
Tracey Leonard, a nurse and former missionary worker was left quadriplegic after a tragic car accident in Australia in 1988 at the age of 28. When her mother entered the hospital, her first words were, ‘Where the hell was God?’ Tracey’s brother, Jesuit Richard Leonard used these words as title to his book. He gently leads us to some messages that are sane, sound and practical.
First talk: Finding God in All Things. Second talk: Finding God in Sorrow and Pain.
Facilitated by Fr. Michael Coutts, SJ.
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.
Friday, November 13th to Sunday, November 15th, 2026
Project Rachel at St. Mary’s Refuge is offering a weekend retreat, November 13-15, 2026, for women who have been hurt by abortion. You can speak with someone who understands and you will have a chance to begin healing from loss and grief.
Call 613-473-2679 in confidence, or e-mail ProjectRachel@stmarysrefuge.org, or visit stmarysrefuge.org/rachel
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 stocks, mutual funds and other 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 support of your Paris and various archdiocesan charities such as ShareLife, St. Augustine’s Seminary, The Shepherds’ Trust, and many others.
For further information, contact the development office at development@archtoronto.org.
This Bulletin entry was posted on Saturday, October 3rd, 2026.
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.
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