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Homily – November 6, 2016

Sunday, November 6th, 2016

This month of Nov. is the month of all souls. Every Sunday we rattle off the creed and end our statement of faith with the words, we believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy Catholic Church, the communion of saints, the resurrection of the body and life everlasting.

What do we mean by the Communion of Saints? Fr. Ron Rolheiser describes it this way: We believe that the dead are still alive, still themselves, still living in a conscious and loving relationship with us and with each other. That’s our common concept of heaven and, however simplistic its popular expression is at times, it is wonderfully correct. That’s exactly what Christian faith and Christian dogma, not to mention our deep intuitive experience, invites us to. After death we live on, conscious, self-conscious, in communication with others who have died before us, in communion with those we left behind on earth, and in communion with the divine itself. That’s the Christian doctrine of the Communion of Saints.

In death life is changed not ended, when our earthly body turns to dust we gain an everlasting dwell place in heaven where the eye has not seen, nor has the ear heard nor has it entered into human mind the things God has prepared for us.

This new life of ours will not be a prolongation of our present earthly existence but it will be a totally new way of existence and there will be no need for the provision to perpetuate the human race – which was the concern of the Sadducees in their attempt to trip up Jesus with their questions.

Our new life with God can only be described in figurative language such as ‘shining stars, clothed in white robes or having a spiritual body.

What will our new life be like? Sometimes when I was called to the hospital for an emergency and arrived after the person died the family could be quite anxious about the spiritual wellbeing of the dead person. The only thing I could say about that was, if you tell me how he/she lived, I’ll tell you how he/she died.

When we think of it, there is not a discontinuity between this life and our afterlife. There is just life, some of it temporal and some of it eternal. In other words the way we live now is the way we will always live. Our present way of living and loving and relating to others is the promise of our eternal destiny.

We can say that God doesn’t lure us with the promise of heaven nor does God threaten us with the threat of hell, we fashion all this for ourselves by the choices we make during our lives.

If we lived our lives carrying for family, friends or strangers in the different ways we feed the hungry whether they hunger for food or acceptance – the ways we quench the thirst of others for water or for love – the ways we cloth people with clothes or with human dignity and respect – the ways we invite people into our homes or our hearts – our attitudes of openness and acceptance of friend or stranger, these will be the same mindset we bring to our lives beyond the grave and we will hearing the welcoming words of Christ – come, for as often as you did these things to one of the least of mine, you did it to me.

If we lived our lives in a ‘me first’ attitude, heedless and indifferent of the needs of other men and women, if we lived, uninvolved, selfish, uncaring, unloving lives, if we’ve borne grudges and refuse to forgive and forget, that means we’ve lived a hellish mean existence that will stay with us beyond physical death.

Again as Ron Rolheiser reminds us of something we’d rather not face, ‘as we and die, so we become eternally, outside the limits of time and space. There may not be marriage in the afterlife but there will be the fulfillment of what we have been in this life. Scary isn’t it?

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Bulletin – November 6, 2016

Saturday, November 5th, 2016

LEST WE FORGET

November 11th is Remembrance Day, a day to remember all who have served, and continue to serve in our armed forces, especially those who have died and those wounded in battle. We pray for healing and peace; that one day, all peoples will lay down their arms and embrace one another as brothers and sisters in one human family.

CONGRATULATIONS!

On Saturday October 29th, three altar servers from St. Gabriel’s Parish received the “Bishop’s Altar Server Award for Service during the 31st Annual Altar Servers Awards Ceremony at St. Paul’s Basilica. We offer our sincere thanks and congratulations to the following altar servers:
Derek Aubrey
Adrian D’Silva
David Colaco

The parish is truly grateful to all of its altar servers for their participation at the celebration of the Eucharist and ceremonies throughout the Church year.

HOLOCAUST EDUCATION WEEK

Monday, November 7th at 7:30 PM

St. Gabriel’s Passionist Parish

For many years, St. Gabriel’s Parish has participated in the Holocaust Education Week. This year, we will be co-sponsoring the event with the International Christian Embassy Jerusalem.

On Monday, November 7th at 7:30 PM we will present the film Return to the Hiding Place. When the Nazis began killing Jews in Holland during World War II, a group of youth decided to save the lives of the innocent. Corrie ten Boom’s army of untrained teenagers navigate a deadly labyrinth of challenges to rescue the Jewish people in one of history’s most famous dramas. Suspected of breaking the rules, Corrie and her sister Betsie were eventually sent to a concentration camp. There it was their Christian faith that kept them from despair and bitterness. All, especially our young people, are encouraged to attend. Admission is free.

NOVEMBER IS THE MONTH OF ALL SOULS

BOOK OF REMEMBRANCE

You are invited to write the names of your deceased relatives and friends in the Book of Remembrance on the altar. They will be remembered at all the Masses celebrated in November.

MEETING FOR FIRST RECONCILIATION

Wednesday, November 16th at 7:30 PM

St. Gabriel’s Church, Gabriel Room

On Wednesday, November 16th at 7:30 PM there will be a meeting in the Gabriel Room for parents of children who will be receiving the Sacrament of Reconciliation for the first time.

“LEANING INTO THE LIGHT” ADVENT RETREAT

Preacher: Fr. Bob Joerger CP

Saturday, December 10th from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM

St. Gabriel’s Church

In a few weeks, we will begin the season of Advent, a time to prepare ourselves for the celebration of Christmas. In Advent, we are called to stay awake as we keep vigil, with our eyes set on the light, and not let ourselves be too carried away by the unnecessary care and concerns of the Christmas Season. Please consider joining us for a few hours of quietude in prayer and reflection.

The preacher for our Advent Retreat this year will be Father Robert Joerger, CP. Father Bob is the Provincial of the Passionists of the St. Paul of the Cross Province. Many of you have met him when he last visited St. Gabriel’s. He has touched many hearts with his preaching.

The topic of our Advent Retreat is “Leaning into the Light”. It will be held on Saturday, December 10th from 1:00 to 4:00 PM at St. Gabriel’s Parish. Come and be prepared to be inspired and be challenged to a deeper relationship with God.

All are welcome. There is no cost to attend. However, donations will be gratefully accepted. For more information, please call the parish office at 416-221-8866, or email fatimalee@bellnet.ca

The retreat will begin at 1:00 PM sharp. Please plan on arriving a little earlier.

CONFIRMATION ENROLLMENT CEREMONY

Sunday, November 20th at the 12:30 PM Mass

The Confirmation Enrollment Ceremony for all Confirmation candidates will be held on Sunday, November 20th at the 12:30 PM Mass. All Confirmation candidates must attend.

Candidates are reminded to submit their letters requesting Confirmation to Fr. Brando through the Parish Office
by Sunday, November 13th.

“A CONVERSATION WITH FATHER BOB ON THE PASSIONIST CHARISM”

Saturday, December 10th from 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM.

Gabriel Room

We as a parish have been blessed with the ministry of the Passionists priests for over six decades. Have you ever wondered what the Passionists are about? Do you want to find out more about their spirituality and their work?

If you are interested, please join us for a conversation with Father Bob, the Provincial Superior of the St. Paul of the Cross Province of the Passionists. (The Province covers Canada, Eastern USA, Jamaica, W.I. and Haiti.) The meeting will be held on Saturday, December 10th from 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM, in the Gabriel Room.
This is an opportunity not to be missed. Please mark your calendars.

ANNOUNCED MASSES

November 7th to November 12th, 2016

MONDAY – JOAN RUEST – Requested by the Ruest Family
TUESDAY – ERNIE KEEGAN – Requested by his Family
WEDNESDAY – MICHAEL MULLANE – Requested by Margaret Anne Leckie & Mary Alice O’Mahony
THURSDAY – BERNARDINO AGOR – Requested by Andrew Agor
FRIDAY – GUS CALDERONE – Requested by Marie Calderone
SATURDAY – INTINI & BELLISARI FAMILIES – Requested by Chiara & Tina Intini

SHEPHERD’S TRUST COLLECTION

November 12th/13th

As members of our Catholic community, we regularly benefit from the tireless service of our priests. In this Jubilee Year of Mercy, we remember how they have been tangible instruments of the Lord’s mercy in our lives. Called by God and ordained to care for His people, our priests serve our families, in churches, schools, hospitals, nursing homes, missions and on the streets. The Shepherds’ Trust ensures our priests can live their retirement years with dignity.

The Shepherds’ Trust collection will take place in all parishes in the Archdiocese during the weekend of November 12/13. Envelopes are in the pews.

This fund does more than just support our priests in their retirement years; it represents a very tangible gesture of thanks for the blessings we have received. Your generosity is greatly appreciated.

GOOD SHEPHERD CENTRE CASSEROLES

Thank you to the volunteers who prepared 49 casseroles for October. For November, your prepared casseroles (frozen please) will be collected at the Masses on the weekend of November 26th/27th for delivery to the Good Shepherd Centre.

More volunteers are urgently needed to help feed the hungry in our city. You may pick up a copy of a casserole recipe 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.

For more information, please contact Irene Albrecht at 416 221-2791.

PASSIONIST CHRISTMAS CARDS

There are still a few Passionist Christmas cards available for purchase in the Parish Office. The suggested cost is $2:00 per card.

All donations will go directly to support the Passionist Missions in Haiti, Honduras and Jamaica. Your support is invaluable in caring for the needy in some of the poorest communities of North America.

MILK BAG WORKSHOP

Wednesday, November 16th from 1:00 to 3:00 PM

Gabriel Room

The next Milk Bag workshop led by Sharon Gusz will be held in the Gabriel room on Wednesday, November 16th from 1:00 to 3:00 PM. No experience needed! All are welcome!

BENEFIT CONCERT TO END ABUSE TO WOMEN AND GIRLS

Hugh’s Room, 2261 Dundas St West
Wednesday, November 23, 2016

Catholic Family Services of Toronto presents a Benefit Concert to End Abuse to Women and Girls. Join us at Hugh’s Room, 2261 Dundas St West, for a concert featuring Enrico Galante and Friends on Wednesday, November 23rd. Doors open at 6:00 PM. Enjoy live music, good food and a silent auction all for a good cause.

Tickets can be purchased in advance at Hugh’s Room

(416-531-6604) for $40 or $45 at the door. All proceeds go to Catholic Family Services of Toronto’s Women Abuse Programs.

WITNESSING THE WORK OF THE PASSIONIST COMMUNITIES IN AFRICA

Are you interested in witnessing the work of the Passionist Communities in East Africa in June 2017? Travel as a small group and visit some of the Passionist Communities in Kenya and Tanzania, plus have the experience of a lifetime on an East African Wildlife Safari in the Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater.

For more information please contact Steve Carey at carey@travelonly.com or 416-278-9346.

MARRIAGE PREPARATION COURSE

St. Gabriel’s Parish
Weekend of April 21st, 22nd and 23rd, 2017

A Marriage Preparation course will be offered here at St. Gabriel’s the weekend of April 21st to 23rd, 2017.

The course will be held Friday from 7:00 to 9:00 PM.
Saturday from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM and Sunday from 10:00 AM to 3:30 PM.

For a registration package please email Marie Deans at deansm@sympatico.ca.

FINANCE CORNER

Weekly Offertory
Our operating expenses average $14,550 per week.
Collection for last weekend:
Envelopes 378 $ 7,885
Loose Change 904
Weekly Portion of Pre-Authorized Giving 163 3,025
Total 541 $ 11,814

If you are moving out of the Parish or have changed your address, please contact the Parish Office at 416-221-8866 so that we can update our records. Thank you.

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Homily – October 30, 2016

Sunday, October 30th, 2016

In today’s gospel Luke tells of this short man Zacchaeus who wanted to see Jesus, who had either arrived in Jericho or was leaving it. Zacchaeus wanted to climb a sycamore tree so he could have a better chance of seeing Jesus. Because he was so short he probably asked someone to give him a boost.

Zacchaeus wanted to see Jesus but to Zacchaeus’ great surprise Jesus want to see him. When he spotted Zacchaeus up in the tree he called him to hurry up and come down because he wanted to visit him at his home. We can just imagine how shocked and thrilled Zacchaeus was as he looked for someone to help him get down so he could rush to Jesus.

Zacchaeus wanted to see who Jesus was; he wanted to know more about him. We each have our own idea about Jesus, it may be very limited or confused or very clear. But as in every friendship there is always the possibility of getting to know more about a spouse or a friend.

Here’s a question for each one of us. Are we willing to make the effort to climb our sycamore tree and get a better view of Jesus? Do we want to make the effort to deepen our friendship with him or ask him to deepen his relationship with us? Maybe our sycamore tree is a commitment to spend a few moments of peace and quiet in prayer; maybe our sycamore tree is a decision to read the scriptures or a good book on spirituality every day. Maybe our sycamore tree is our decision to receive the sacrament of reconciliation at which we can honestly admit the un-Christ like ways we’ve been living and thinking and which we’ve never let challenge us. Maybe our sycamore tree is a personal decision to become actively involved in some of the social justice works here in the parish. Maybe each of us can find our own tree and have the courage to climb it and come to a better, deeper and newer way of seeing Jesus and deepening our relationship with him.

The interesting point of today’s story is that Jesus was anxious to see Zacchaeus. When he spotted him in the tree he called him by name and invited himself for supper.

Zacchaeus’ neighbours were shocked; scandalized that Jesus would break bread with this crook. Zacchaeus made his wealth by working for the hated Romans, squeezing every drachma he could from his fellow Jews. What his neighbours didn’t know was the impact Jesus had on Zacchaeus and his way of living. Jesus accepted Zacchaeus as he was; a sinner and in that encounter Jesus brought out what was good in him. Zacchaeus turned his life around. He made a promise before Jesus and his neighbours that he would do the right thing by those he’d wrong and give back what he stole. Being willing to make this change in his life Zacchaeus grew in stature before God and man.

So the question is are we willing to climb our sycamore tree, no matter what it may be and get to know Jesus better and let him coax out of us what is best in us?

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Bulletin – October 30, 2016

Saturday, October 29th, 2016

HAITI HUMANITARIAN RELIEF FUND

$53,795 has been received from the good people of St. Gabriel’s for the Passionist Missions in Haiti for the rebuilding necessitated by Hurricane Matthew. Fr. Rick and Fr. Enzo are deeply touched and moved by your immense support, generosity and prayers.

DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME ENDS

Sunday November 6th at 2:00 AM we go back to Standard Time. Don’t forget to set your clocks back one hour.

NOVEMBER IS THE MONTH OF ALL SOULS
BOOK OF REMEMBRANCE

There will be a Book of Remembrance 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.

HOLOCAUST EDUCATION WEEK

Monday, November 7th at 7:30 PM

St. Gabriel’s Passionist Parish

For many years, St. Gabriel’s Parish has participated in the Holocaust Education Week. This year, we will be co-sponsoring the event with the International Christian Embassy Jerusalem.

On Monday, November 7th at 7:30 PM we will present the film Return to the Hiding Place. When the Nazis began killing Jews in Holland during World War II, a group of youth decided to save the lives of the innocent. Corrie ten Boom’s army of untrained teenagers navigate a deadly labyrinth of challenges to rescue the Jewish people in one of history’s most famous dramas. Suspected of breaking the rules, Corrie and her sister Betsie were eventually sent to a concentration camp. There it was their Christian faith that kept them from despair and bitterness.

All, especially our young people, are encouraged to attend. Admission is free.

COUNTING MINISTRY

The Parish is in need of parishioners who have Monday mornings available once a month plus another 5 or 6 times throughout the year.

The counting ministry involves assisting in the counting and depositing of the weekly Offertory Collection as well as Special Collections during the year. You do not have to be a gifted mathematician to apply – just diligent. If you are interested, please leave your name and contact number in the parish office after Mass or call the office during the week at 416-221-8866.

URGENT REQUEST FOR OUR REFUGEE FAMILY

Our refugee family of six who are living with their relatives in Brampton are now moving to their own apartment in November. The Refugee Sponsorship Committee is seeking help with providing household items (no furniture) for their apartment.

If you would like to be a part of this effort, please sign up today at the Refugee Sponsorship table in the Gathering Space.

These items will be collected in the Gathering Space next weekend, November 5th and 6th. Thank you for your generosity.

ANNOUNCED MASSES

October 31st to November 5th, 2016

MONDAY – THERESA TAM – Requested by Christine Pang
TUESDAY – PARISHIONERS OF ST. GABRIELS – equested by Mark DesRoches
WEDNESDAY – ALL SOULS IN PURGATORY – Requested by John Chan
THURSDAY – JUANITO G. GAVIETA – Requested by Estrella, Cherrie, Stella & Isabel
FRIDAY – DECEASED MEMBERS OF THE NGUYEN & DOAN FAMILIES – Requested by the Nguyen Family
SATURDAY – MARJORIE SKAZIN & ANITA MARKLE – Requested by Bill & Carolyn Markle

PARENTS FIRST COMMUNION INFORMATION MEETING

Wednesday, November 2nd at 7:30 PM.

St. Gabriel’s Church

There will be a meeting here at the Church on Wednesday, November 2nd at 7:30 PM. for parents of children who will be receiving the Sacrament of First Communion this year.

WELCOME TO OUR NEWLY BAPTIZED

The Parish Family of St. Gabriel’s would like to welcome:

Joseph Max Frenandes Arseneau
Aaron Wei-Jing Lim
Marilea Villoria Kipp
Theodore Paul Naccarato

These children received the Sacrament of Baptism last Sunday. Congratulations!

EUCHARISTIC ADORATION – FIRST FRIDAY

Friday, November 4th from 9:30 AM – 12 Noon

ROSARY GROUPS

English: Saturday, November 5th at 3:15 PM in the Gabriel Room.
Chinese: Sunday, November 6th at 3:30 PM in the Gabriel Room.
For further information, please contact Linda Law at 416 -918-8029.

ECO-SABBATH

Sunday, November 6th at 11:30 AM

Gabriel Room
On the first Sunday of each month, the Passionist Centre for Ecology and Spirituality facilitates a 30 minute reflection and discussion prompted by the readings for that Sunday’s liturgy. The guided reflection brings an ecological perspective to the readings. All are welcome.

FOOD FOR ROSALIE HALL & GOOD SHEPHERD CENTRE

Each month food we collect is sent to Rosalie Hall and the Good Shepherd Centre.

With everyone struggling at this time, your food donations are more important than ever. Please check the expiry dates before donating since we cannot pass on food that has expired. Thank you for your generous support.

TV REQUIRED

If any parishioner has a spare flat screen TV, please notify Margaret Carabine of St. Vincent de Paul at 416-512-9666.

SHEPHERD’S TRUST COLLECTION

November 12th/13th

As members of our Catholic community, we regularly benefit from the tireless service of our priests. In this Jubilee Year of Mercy, we remember how they have been tangible instruments of the Lord’s mercy in our lives. Called by God and ordained to care for His people, our priests serve our families, in churches, schools, hospitals, nursing homes, missions and on the streets. The Shepherds’ Trust ensures our priests can live their retirement years with dignity.

The Shepherds’ Trust collection will take place in all parishes in the Archdiocese during the weekend of November 12th/13th. This fund does more than just support our priests in their retirement years; it represents a very tangible gesture of thanks for the blessings we have received. Your generosity is greatly appreciated.

HAUNTED TRACK

October 31st from 6:00 to 8:00 PM

St. Gabriel’s School

St. Gabriel’s School is collaborating with Sunnyside Up Camp on a “Haunted Track” event being held outside the school on the track. Admission is $2 per lap and runs from 6:00 to 8:00 PM on Monday, October 31st.
Face painting and free glow sticks!

Come on out and have some fun!

PALLIATIVE CARE: WHAT CATHOLICS SHOULD KNOW

This Sunday, October 30th from 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM

Blessed Trinity Church, 3220 Bayview Ave.

Blessed Trinity Church is presenting this important topic this Sunday, October 30th from 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM. Palliative care improves the quality of life of people living with serious illness and includes informed consent, pain management, nutrition/hydration, comfort measures. It is important to understand Church teaching regarding these issues and be informed of your rights as a patient. Dr. Nisha Fernandes and Dr. Irene D’Souza will present an overview of palliative care and address concerns at end-of-life.

For more information, contact Terry McDermott, RN, Parish Nurse by Email at btparishnurse@gmail.com or phone 416-226-0262 ext. 8.

SCARBORO MISSIONS PRESENTS “POLES SAVING JEWS”

Tuesday, November 1st from 7:00 to 9:00 PM

Scarboro Foreign Missions Society, 2685 Kingston Road

The Scarboro Missions are presenting “Poles Saving Jews” – World War II Stories on Tuesday, November 1st at 7:00 PM. There will be a film, “Without a Doubt” a followed by a personal testimony by their guest, Sally Wasserman, a Jewish child Survivor.

All are welcome to this event. Admission is free and no registration is required,

ALL SOULS DAY MASS

Saturday, November 5th 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 5th at 2:00 PM.

All Masses will be held indoors at:
Holy Cross Cemetery, Thornhill, Liturgy in Italian and English Christ the King Cemetery, Markham, Liturgy in English

All are welcome.

MARRIAGE PREPARATION COURSE

St. Gabriel’s Parish

Weekend of April 21st, 22nd and 23rd, 2017

A Marriage Preparation course will be offered here at St. Gabriel’s the weekend of April 21st to 23rd, 2017. The course will be held Friday from 7:00 to 9:00 PM. Saturday from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM and Sunday from
10:00 AM to 3:30 PM.

For a registration package please email Marie Deans at deansm@sympatico.ca.

WITNESSING THE WORK OF THE PASSIONIST COMMUNITIES IN AFRICA

Are you interested in witnessing the work of the Passionist Communities in East Africa in June 2017? Travel as a small group and visit some of the Passionist Communities in Kenya and Tanzania, plus have the experience of a lifetime on an East African Wildlife Safari in the Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater.

For more information please contact Steve Carey at carey@travelonly.com or 416-278-9346.

FINANCE CORNER

Weekly Offertory
Our operating expenses average $14,550 per week.
Collection for last weekend:
Envelopes 388 $ 8,370
Loose Change 855
Weekly Portion of Pre-Authorized Giving 165 3,018
Total 551 $ 12,243
World Mission Sunday $3,340

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Bulletin – October 23, 2016

Saturday, October 22nd, 2016

MAKE SURE YOU ARE COUNTED!

October 22nd/23rd

Cardinal Collins has requested that a weekend Mass attendance count be conducted annually in all parishes and missions of the Archdiocese. The attendance count will continue this weekend, October 22nd /23rd. The purpose of the count is to have a more accurate assessment of the number of people attending Mass on a weekend.
As with last year, when you come in for Mass, you may notice a few “counters” clicking on tally counters at the doors of the church. The counters will be doing their jobs in a way as discreetly and non-intrusively as possible.

Thank you for your support.

PASSIONIST CHRISTMAS CARDS

As you may have noticed coming into Church today, Passionist Christmas cards are available for purchase after all the Masses this weekend. The suggested cost is $2:00 per card.

All donations will go directly to support the Passionist Missions in Haiti, Honduras and Jamaica. Your support is invaluable in caring for the needy in some of the poorest communities of North America.

HOLOCAUST EDUCATION WEEK

Monday, November 7th at 7:30 PM

St. Gabriel’s Passionist Parish

For many years, St. Gabriel’s Parish has participated in the Holocaust Education Week. This year, we will be co-sponsoring the event with the International Christian Embassy Jerusalem.

On Monday, November 7th at 7:30 PM we will present the film Return to the Hiding Place. When the Nazis began killing Jews in Holland during World War II, a group of youth decided to save the lives of the innocent. Corrie ten Boom’s army of untrained teenagers navigate a deadly labyrinth of challenges to rescue the Jewish people in one of history’s most famous dramas. Suspected of breaking the rules, Corrie and her sister Betsie were eventually sent to a concentration camp. There it was their Christian faith that kept them from despair and bitterness.

All, especially our young people, are encouraged to attend. Admission is free.

COUNTING MINISTRY

The Parish is in need of parishioners who have Monday mornings available once a month plus another 5 or 6 times throughout the year.

The counting ministry involves assisting in the counting and depositing of the weekly Offertory Collection as well as Special Collections during the year. You do not have to be a gifted mathematician to apply – just diligent.

If you are interested, please leave your name and contact number in the parish office after Mass or call the office during the week at 416-221-8866.

ANNOUNCED MASSES

October 24th to October 29th, 2016
MONDAY – PATRICIA RODRIGUES – Requested by Tony & Ida Fernandes
TUESDAY – EVA SIU – Requested by Helen Hung
WEDNESDAY – ABANDONED SOULS – Requested by the Nguyen Family
THURSDAY – ALICE MICHAEL – Requested by Charmaine Michael
FRIDAY – SPECIAL INTENTION – Requested by Carolyn Thomas
SATURDAY – JUAN M. VILLAFRANCA – Requested by his Family

PARENTS FIRST COMMUNION INFORMATION MEETING

Wednesday, November 2nd at 7:30 PM.

St. Gabriel’s Church

There will be a meeting here at the Church on Wednesday, November 2nd at 7:30 PM. for parents of children who will be receiving the Sacrament of First Communion this year.

PLANNING TO BE A CATHOLIC TEACHER?

It is critical 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 are planning to apply to teach in a Catholic school, it is highly recommended that you contact
the pastor as soon as possible.

Please plan to have a conversation with your pastor early in the process and you will avoid disappointment and stress at the time when applications are to be submitted.

CASSEROLES FOR THE GOOD SHEPHERD CENTRE

Your prepared casseroles (frozen please) will be collected at the Masses next weekend for delivery to the Good Shepherd Centre.

More volunteers are needed to help feed the hungry in our city. Please get a copy of a casserole recipe and a pan and give it a try. Three recipes are available on St. Gabriel’s web site. Printed copies of the recipes are also available in the Parish Office.

Please remember to mark the label on the pan lid with the name of the casserole. For more information, you may contact Irene Albrecht at 416 221-2791.

HAITI HUMANITARIAN RELIEF

Hurricane Matthew has left catastrophic destruction in the Caribbean and on the coast of the Eastern United States, but nowhere more so than in Haiti.

Fr. Rick Frechette and Fr. Enzo Del Brocco, our Passionist missionaries in Haiti, are currently deciding on appropriate action plans.

If you wish to support them, you will find humanitarian relief envelopes located on tables at the back of the pews as well as at the north end of the Gathering Space. Any cheques should be payable to St. Gabriel’s Parish. All funds received will be directed to the Passionist Haiti Mission to assist in the rebuilding necessary.

Collected to Date: $20,360

TV REQUIRED

If any parishioner has a spare flat screen tv, please notify Margaret Carabine of St. Vincent de Paul at 416-512-9666.

MOSAIC INTERFAITH

Sunday, October 23rd at 7:00 Pm

Temple Har Zion, 7360 Bayview Avenue

Temple Har Zion invites MOSAIC Interfaith (of which St. Gabriel’s is a member) to celebrate Simchat Torah on Sunday October 23rd at 7:00 PM. This is a Jewish holiday celebrating the conclusion of the annual cycle of public Torah readings and the beginning of a new cycle. This is a joyous celebration and will include music dancing and singing. See poster on the bulletin boards. For more information or to RSVP call Nora at 416 218 0680.

THEOLOGY ON TAP

From Disconnection to Reconnection – Human Relationships in Action

Monday, October 24th, from 7:00 to 9:00 PM
Duke of York Pub, 39 Prince Arthur Ave

All young adults (19-39) are invited to join us for an evening of thought-provoking conversation on theological topics!

Special guest: Zachary Grant has been a key organiser in community justice initiatives, with his most recent work focusing on repealing HIV criminalization in Canada, and building community based HIV support initiatives.

Munchies will be provided and a cash bar is available. Come and bring a friend!

For more information: visit our Toronto Theology on Tap web page, or contact Vanessa Nicholas-Schmidt by e-mail faithconnections@csj-to.ca, or phone 416-467-2645.

NEW BEGINNINGS TALK – LIVING WITH LONELINESS

Monday, October 24, 2016 at 7:00 PM

St Boniface Church 142 Markham Road Scarborough

Guest speaker, Denis Costello, M.A. M.S.W. R.S.W, will speak about Living with Loneliness. All are welcome to attend. For more information about the event, please contact New Beginnings at Catholic Family Services of Toronto. Phone: (416) 921-1163 x2227 or email: alopechuk@cfstoronto.com.

THE 26TH ANNUAL MASS OF MEMORY

Sunday October 30th 3.00 PM

St. Paul’s Basilica, 83 Power Street

The 26th Annual Mass of Memory will be celebrated on Sunday October 30th at 3.00 PM at St. Paul’s Basilica, 83 Power St. (Power and Queen St. East).

A Sacred/Celtic Prelude will be performed by Harpist Eithne Heffernan at 2.45 PM. The Celebrant/Homilist will be Fr. Pat O’Dea. : A reception will be held immediately following in church hall. For more information, please contact Mairead at 416 264 5363.

PALLIATIVE CARE: WHAT CATHOLICS SHOULD KNOW

Sunday, October 30th from 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM

Blessed Trinity Church, 3220 Bayview Ave.

Blessed Trinity Church is presenting this important topic on Sunday, October 30th from 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM. Palliative care improves the quality of life of people living with serious illness and includes informed consent, pain management, nutrition, hydration and comfort measures. It is important to understand Church teaching regarding these issues and be informed of your rights as a patient. Dr. Nisha Fernandes and Dr. Irene D’Souza will present an overview of palliative care and address concerns at end-of-life.

For more information, contact Terry McDermott, RN, Parish Nurse by Email at btparishnurse@gmail.com or phone 416-226-0262 ext. 8.

YOUTH GROUP HALLOWE’EN MOVIE

Sunday, October 30th, after the 12:30 Mass

All youth grades six and up are invited to a Halloween movie screening at the church on Sunday October 30th after the 12:30 Mass. This fundraiser is hosted by the youth group. Spots are limited. Tickets will be sold after all the Masses this weekend!

COME AND SEE WEEKEND

Weekend of November 4th to 6th

St Augustine’s Seminary

Inviting single Catholic men 17 years and older, to cultivate a deeper prayer life and relationship with Jesus Christ; leading to a better discernment of God’s call for their lives. There will be time for prayer, reflection and information on the process of becoming one of Christ’s disciples as a Catholic priest Please contact the Office of Vocations at vocations@archtoronto.org or 416-968-0997.

FINANCE CORNER

Weekly Offertory
Our operating expenses average $14,550 per week.
Collection for last weekend:
Envelopes 387 $ 8,284
Loose Change 974
Weekly Portion of Pre-Authorized Giving 165 3,018
Total 552 $ 12,276

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