LUNAR NEW YEAR CELEBRATION
Sunday, February 9th after 12:30 PM Mass
Saturday, January 25th marks the beginning of Lunar New Year. This year is the Year of the Rat. For many years, the Asian community in our parish has gifted our parish community with a wonderful Lunar New Year Party.
This year, the Lunar New Year Celebration will take place on Sunday, February 9th after the 12:30 PM Mass in the Gathering Space. All are welcome.
EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS FOR THE HOMEBOUND NEEDED
There has been an influx of request to bring the Eucharist to the homebound members of our parish community. As such, we are requesting anyone who would be interested in assisting us in this ministry of Extra-Ordinary Eucharistic Minister of the Eucharist for the Homebound, to contact Sr. Maria Lucia at (416) 221-8866. There is mandatory training for all those who are interested in visiting those who are homebound and giving them the Eucharist.
ANNOUNCED MASSES
January 27th – February 2nd, 2020
MONDAY – EDNA TIERRA – Requested by the Family
TUESDAY – REGINA TA – Requested by Veronica Do
WEDNESDAY – CHRISTOPHER TA – Requested by Veronica Do
THURSDAY – TERENCE ROZARIO – Requested by Steven Rozario
FRIDAY – ANUNCIATION D’SOUZA – Requested by Simone D’Souza
SATURDAY – KINGTAN CHEN – Requested by Noreen Chen
SUNDAY – 10:30 AM – IRENE MOXAM – Requested by Paul, Wai Chin & Family
SUNDAY – 12:30 PM – ALL WHO ARE IN HOSPICE AND ILL – Requested by Mary & Ravi
WELCOME! BAPTISM
The Parish Family of St. Gabriel’s would like to welcome:
Christina Rose La Delfa
Gemma Carmelina La Delfa and
Milan Nicolas Ciaramella
These children received the Sacrament of Baptism on Sunday, January 19th. Congratulations!
ECO – SABBATH
Sunday, February 2nd at 11:30 AM in the 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. All are welcome to attend.
EUCHARISTIC ADORATION
Friday, February 7th from 9:30 AM to 12 Noon
A CELEBRATION OF MARRIAGE
Sunday, February 9th at 3:00 PM Mass
St. Isaac Jogues Parish, 1148 Finch Avenue, Pickering
Marriage Sunday highlights the importance of the sacrament of marriage and complements World Marriage Sunday celebrations that take place across North America.
The Celebration of Marriage Mass in the Archdiocese of Toronto will take place on Sunday, February 9th at St Isaac Jogues Church, Pickering. Cardinal Thomas Collins will preside over this special Mass with special recognition for couples celebrating their milestone 25th, 40th, 50th and 60+ wedding anniversaries.
A reception will follow Mass. All are welcome to attend. Everyone is required to register as seating is limited. Designated seating is available for milestone couples only. Register online at www.archtoronto.org/marriage or call 416 934 3400, Ext. 523.
ROSARY GROUPS
English: Saturday, February 1st at 3:15 PM in the Gabriel Room.
Chinese: Sunday, February 2nd at 3:30 PM in the Gabriel Room
For information, please contact Linda Law at 416-918-8029.
HUMANITARIAN RELIEF FOR AUSTRALIA
As you are aware, in recent weeks, hundreds of forest fires in Australia have killed dozens, destroyed thousands of homes and threatened many local species with extinction. At present, more than 10 million hectares of bush, forest and parks in the country have been impacted.
100 percent of donations are used to support those who have been affected. Funds channeled through our Australian St. Vincent de Paul partners will provide:
• Emergency financial packages to families who have lost their homes or been impacted in other ways by the fires.
• Food, clothing, generators, household items, furniture, vouchers and other essential items.
• Direct support with crisis accommodation through our own services or making referrals onto a range of other organizations and specialized services.
• Much-needed emotional support and counselling.
Those wishing to help may do so in the following ways:
Online through the Archdiocese of Toronto website: www.archtoronto.org
By phone through the Development Office at 416-934-3411
By cheque made payable toSt. Gabriel’s Parish – Australia Fires – Relief
FOOD FOR ROSALIE HALL & GOOD SHEPHERD CENTRE
Each month food we collect is sent to Rosalie Hall and the Good Shepherd Centre.
Rosalie Hall assists young parents and their children to realize their potential through the provision of a wide range of child development, community, residential and educational services.
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
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.
WORLD LEPROSY DAY
Sunday, January 26th – Used Stamp Collection
Effect:Hope is a Christian organization, focused on achieving lasting, positive change among people living with the effects of leprosy and similar diseases – conditions long forgotten by much of the world. Your donation is a gift that will change their lives forever.
Please bring us your used postage stamps. These are passed on to Effect Hope helping them work towards the day when leprosy is eradicated. They are happy to accept any and all trimmed stamps, leaving no less than ¼ inch and no more than ½ inch paper border. Stamps may be deposited in the basket on the cabinet just outside the Parish Office. For more information please go to www.worldleprosyday.ca.
THEOLOGY ON TAP – DISCERNMENT
Listening to God’s Voice When Facing a Decision
Monday, January 27th from 7:00 to 9:00 PM
The Duke of York Pub, 39 Prince Arthur Drive
Fontbonne Ministries invite you to join Kevin Kelly SJ, a Deacon of the Society of Jesus, as he shares his insights into listening to God’s voice when facing a decision. All young adults, ages 19 to 39 are invited for an evening of faith, food, fun and fellowship.
AN EVENING IN THE SEMINARY
Monday, January 27th at 4:45 PM
St. Augustine’s Seminary, 2661 Kingston Road,
Have you ever thought about becoming a priest? Spending an evening at the seminary offers discerners a glimpse into the place where priestly formation begins. The evening includes Holy Mass in the beautiful seminary chapel, dinner, a talk by Director of Vocations Fr. Chris Lemieux, and a tour of the seminary. Please contact the Office of Vocations at (416) 968-0997 or email vocations@archtoronto.org for more information. WEB: https://www.vocationstoronto.ca
THE CWL OF BLESSED TRINITY PARISH PRESENT
Taking Care of Our Common Home
Saturday February 1st from 9:30 AM to 1:30 PM
Blessed Trinity Parish Hall, 3220 Bayview Avenue
Almost 5 years after Pope Francis called on us in his encyclical Laudato Si to care for our common home, the ecological signs have grown more urgent. How can we live hopefully today? Karen Van Loon will explore what is happening to the world we share, how the Church is responding and what are ways for people of faith to protect and care for our common home.
Contact Kay Booker at 416 357 5378 or Maria Luz Manalo at 416 459 9586.
WORLD DAY FOR CONSECRATED LIFE
Sunday, February 2nd at 3:00 PM
St. Paul’s Basilica, 83 Power St., Toronto
On Sunday, February 2nd the Church celebrates the World Day for Consecrated Life. In the Archdiocese of Toronto, we are blessed to have living and serving among us more than 900 consecrated men and women. The World Day for Consecrated Life is a wonderful opportunity for us to thank God for the gifts of these sisters, virgins, brothers and priests and to pray for God’s blessing upon them in their efforts to faithfully live the evangelical counsels of poverty, chastity and obedience.
Bishop Wayne Kirkpatrick will preside at a special Mass on Sunday, February 2nd at 3:00 PM at St. Paul’s Basilica, Toronto in celebration of the vocation and witness of these special men and women religious who are such a vital and important part of the life and ministry of the Church in our Archdiocese. All are welcome to attend.
YOUNG DISCIPLES RETREAT
Saturday, March 7th from 8:30 AM to 2:30 PM
St. Edward the Confessor Parish
Youth, both male and female, ages 12 to 17 are invited to attend a Young Peoples Retreat themed Love in Service on Saturday, March 7th from 8:30 AM to 2:30 PM at St. Edward the Confessor Parish. The day will include Holy Mass, reflection talks, recreation and lunch at no cost. Please call the Office of Vocations at 416 968 0997 or visit vocations@archtoronto.org for more information on this wonderful retreat!
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.
