”OHN” – Going to the Margins
Conversations on Creating a Circle of Compassion
October 28th, 2026, 7:00 PM
Gabriel Room
Please join us for our evening of discussion and reflection on meeting our brothers and sisters at the “margins” on Wednesday, October 28th, 2026 at 7:00 PM in the Gabriel Room. Be moved by an uplifting video of Fr. Greg Boyle and how he chose to stand “in awe at what the poor have to carry, rather than in judgment of the way they carry it”.
Fr Greg Boyle’s work with those on the margins is amazing. We hope that this gathering and others that follow may be baby steps in moving our parish community to respond more readily to Jesus’ commandment to love our neighbours, especially those on the margins.
NOVEMBER IS THE MONTH OF ALL SOULS – BOOK OF REMEMBRANCE
A Book of Remembrance will be placed on the altar for the month of November. You are invited to write the names of your deceased relatives and friends in the book.
They will be remembered at all the Masses celebrated in November.
WOULD YOU LIKE TO CARRY THE GIFTS IN THE OFFERTORY PROCESSION?
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
ALTAR SERVERS NEEDED
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.
MAKE SURE YOU ARE COUNTED!
The annual weekend Mass attendance count is being conducted at St. Gabriel’s Parish this weekend, October 25th/ 26th.
The purpose of this important count is to have a more accurate assessment of the number of people attending Mass on a weekend.
At some point during Mass, you may notice a few volunteers with tally counters in the church. The counters will be doing their jobs as discreetly and non-intrusively as possible.
CHRISTMAS CARDS
November 7th/8th
Passionist Missionaries cards will be sold in the Gathering Space after all the Masses on November 7th/8th. Please support our Passionist Missions.
ANNOUNCED MASSES
October 26th to November 1st, 2026
MONDAY − ANN POON KI YING ✞
Requested by Patricia Lim
TUESDAY − PAUL, NANCY & JOHN LIM ✞
Requested by Patricia Lim
WEDNESDAY − HELEN TERESE PLATI ✞
Requested by Mary Anne Barnes
THURSDAY − DRAGICA PETROVIC ✞
Requested by Mira Petranovic
FRIDAY − GREGOR MONTSERIN ✞
Requested by Barbara Bain
SATURDAY – GIOVANNI N.
Requested by Opeyemi N.
SUNDAY − 8:30 AM – FOR THE PEOPLE OF THE PARISH
SUNDAY – 10:30 AM − FR. JENO RIGO ✞
Requested by Patricia Lim
SUNDAY – 12:30 PM – CLEMENTE ANTONIO RANGEL ✞
Requested by Rosa Gonzalez
PSALM MEDITATION
Psalm 18
In the first reading from Exodus God reveals her compassion.
We respond with this psalm of thanksgiving for victory. Of this lengthy psalm about victory in battle, we sing only a small portion in which we celebrate the Lord as saviour, deliverer, stronghold.
God is our rock: steadfast and dependable, reliable and a refuge.
We can depend on the compassion of the Lord.
All psalms can invite us to open our hearts in prayer for our family, friends, neighbours and all people.
THANKSGIVING FOOD DRIVE
For the Good Shepherd Centre and Rosalie Hall
Thank you very much for your overwhelming support of the Thanksgiving Food Drive. With your generous support, the Good Shepherd Centre and Rosalie Hall are able to make a difference in the lives of people who are most in need in our city.
CARING FOR THE NEEDY IN OUR CITY
Food Collection for the Good Shepherd Centre and Rosalie Hall
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.
Good Shepherd provides hot meals and shelter for the homeless in our city as well as 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.
GARDEN SHED
Our hearts are truly full as we reflect on our recent Annual Garden Blessings Event.
Thank you to everyone who joined us, shared in fellowship, baked for us and offered support to make the celebration such a wonderful success!
We hope the winners of the red currant crisp savoured the blessings of our bountiful currant harvest.
We are also deeply grateful to all who stepped forward and signed up as volunteers for our parish gardens. We look forward to welcoming you to the Garden Ministry.
DAY OF REFLECTION FOR MEN & WOMEN WITH FR. MICHAEL COUTTS, SJ
Monday, October 26th, 2026 from 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM
Manresa Jesuit Spiritual Renewal Centre
Where the Hell is God? Tracey Leonard, a nurse and former missionary worker who 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.
FRIARS STUDENT WRITING CONTEST 2027
November 3rd, 2026 to January 11th, 2027
Theme: “Do not be afraid, little flock, for it is your Father’s good pleasure to give you the kingdom.” (cf. Luke 12:32)
High school students (ages 13-19 years) in the Catholic School Boards located in the Archdiocese of Toronto are invited to submit a 450–500-word essay and should consult the resources of the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity 2027 at bit.ly/4yutVEZ.
Entries can be submitted at: https://www.catholicregister.org/writingaward.
For further information, please contact ecumenicalandinterfaith@archtoronto.org or call (647) 258-4740
SYNERGY TORONTO 2026 – Breaking Down Silos
Tuesday, November 3rd to Thursday, November 5th, 2026
Chelsea Hotel
Join leaders in Catholic social services, health, and education at Synergy Toronto 2026 from Tuesday, November 3rd to Thursday, November 5th, 2026 at the Chelsea Hotel.
This is more than a conference. It’s a movement toward collaboration over isolation – bringing together voices across sectors to address real challenges. We’re proud to welcome Fr. Greg Boyle, S.J., the founder of Homeboy Industries, the largest gang-intervention, rehabilitation, and re-entry program in the world, as one of our featured speakers. Learn more and register at www.SynergyTO2026. Together, we grow stronger in faith, mission, and service.
ALL SOULS’ DAY MASS
Saturday, November 7th, 2026 at 2:00 PM
Catholic Cemeteries & Funeral Services – Archdiocese of Toronto wishes to invite all families to participate in the All Souls’ Day Mass on Saturday, November 7th, 2026 at 2:00 PM.
All Masses will be held indoors at the following locations:
Assumption Cemetery, Mississauga – Our Lady of Fatima Mausoleum
Christ the King Cemetery, Markham – Reception Centre
Holy Cross Cemetery, Thornhill – Holy Family Mausoleum
Queen of Heaven Cemetery, Woodbridge – St. Anthony’s Mausoleum (Liturgy in Italian and English)
Resurrection Cemetery, Whitby–Our Lady of the Assumption Mausoleum
More information can be found here: https://www.catholic-cemeteries.ca/news/all-souls-day-mass/
All are welcome!
PALLIATIVE MINISTRY WORKSHOP: TRANSITIONS
Saturday, November 14th from 2:00 to 3:00 PM
Gabriel Room
The St. Gabriel’s Palliative Care Ministry is pleased to invite parishioners to the final workshop in our three-part series on Palliative Care: “Transitions.”
Topics will include
* Transitions in Care Providers
* Transitions in Your Healthcare Goals
* Transitions in Accommodations
The workshop will be an interactive Question & Answer session, including questions raised during the first two workshops.
Presenters: Ann Hsu, Bob Parke, and Louise Galego
No registration required • No fee
Parishioners are warmly encouraged to bring family and friends.
FINANCE CORNER
One of the most financially sound ways to support the Archdiocese of Toronto is with a gift of securities (stocks, bonds, mutual funds). For further information, contact the development office at development@archtoronto.org.
For Fun
Why do scuba divers fall backwards into the water?
Because if they fell forwards they’d still be in the boat.
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.
