REMINDER
We would like to remind parishioners not to park any vehicles on the fire route along the east entrances of the church. Please only park in the designated parking spots above and under ground. Emergency vehicles must be able to access the building at all times.
ANNOUNCED MASSES
June 8th to June 14th, 2026
MONDAY − DECEASED MEMBERS OF THE PIRES FAMILY ✞ − Requested by The Pires Family
TUESDAY − LUCIA ARDILA − Requested by Dario Ardila
WEDNESDAY − ZAIDA ELEP ✞ − Requested by Teresa Elep
THURSDAY − TONINO DIDIODATO ✞ − Requested by the Family.
FRIDAY − JOHN & CATHERINE HIGGINS ✞ − Requested by Agnes Gaughan
SATURDAY – DELFINO & SANDRA CANDIDO ✞ − Requested by Janet Candido
SUNDAY − 8:30 AM – FOR THE PEOPLE OF THE PARISH
SUNDAY – 10:30 AM – CARMELA TOMAIUOLI & FAMILY ✞ − Requested by Grace DiFlumeri
SUNDAY – 12:30 PM – LEONIDAS SEGURA ✞ − Requested by Ana Bascom
PSALM MEDITATION
Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ, Psalm 147
Praise for God who does us good.
Psalm 147 really consists of two psalms. It’s the second part that we sing in today’s liturgy as the Responsorial Psalm to the Reading from the Book of Deuteronomy. That reading presents a summary of the ways that God led his People through deserts to the Promised Land. And how God fed the people with manna which prefigures God feeding us with God’s Holy Bread, nourishment for our life in God.
Praise the Lord.
Praise your God.
For he blesses your children within you.
He grants peace within your borders.
He fills you with the finest of wheat.
And so in these first two Sunday liturgies after the Easter season, we celebrate first the mystery of the Most Holy Trinity – this revelation into the very nature of God which is so central to our faith . And today we celebrate the mystery of Jesus leaving us his presence as food for our life in God, in God’s Holy Bread and Holy Wine.
ROSARY GROUPS
June 6th & June 7th
The Chinese Rosary Group meeting is the first Sunday of every month at 3:30 PM in the Gabriel Room.
The English Rosary Group meets on the first Saturday of each month at 3:00 PM in the Gabriel Room. All are welcome.
NEW ENCYCLICAL RELEASED BY POPE LEO XIV: MAGNIFICA HUMANITAS
Pope Leo XIV has released his first encyclical, Magnifica Humanitas (“Magnificent Humanity”), reflecting on human dignity, Christian solidarity, and the moral challenges of our modern age — including the growing influence of artificial intelligence and emerging technologies. The Holy Father calls on all of humanity to ensure that technological progress always serves the human person and the common good.
Parishioners are encouraged to read and pray with this important new teaching document in the weeks ahead. The full text is available through the Archdiocese of Toronto website at: www.archtoronto.org or through the Vatican website at: www.vatican.va
CARING FOR THE HOMELESS IN OUR CITY
Thank you for your continued support of Rosalie Hall and the Good Shepherd Centre.
With your help, these agencies provide hope to young parents, the homeless and the marginalized people in our city showing them they are not forgotten.
Please check the expiry dates before donating since we cannot pass on food that has expired.
SHARELIFE
Your gift to ShareLife carries out the mission work of the Church
ShareLife agencies, like the Office of Catholic Youth, are carrying out the mission work of the Church. Your gift supports the journey of those who guide, serve and uplift within the Catholic community.
“We are deeply grateful for ShareLife’s continued partnership in this mission. Your support enables us to build a vibrant, faith-filled future for our young people, parishes, and the Archdiocese of Toronto. Thank you for making this work possible.”
– Fr. Paul Magyar, Director, Office of Catholic Youth,
Archdiocese of Toronto
Please give at the parish using a ShareLife envelope, online through our parish website, or at sharelife.org/donate.
MARYGROVE CAMP FOR GIRLS
Second Collection Next Week
The Society of St. Vincent de Paul, Toronto Central Council, helps over 1,000 girls each summer, registering eligible campers through home visits. Marygrove Camp is a residential camp situated on Georgian Bay in Ontario, open to eligible girls ages 5-13. Marygrove provides a camping experience for children who may not otherwise have the opportunity to enjoy a camping adventure.
Next weekend, there will be a second collection for Marygrove Girls Camp run by the Society of St. Vincent de Paul. Each year, over 1,000 young girls with financial or domestic hardship enjoy a subsidized joyful camping experience. Please give generously.
GOOD SHEPHERD CENTRE CASSEROLES
Thank you to the volunteers who prepared 32 casseroles for May. For June, your prepared casseroles (frozen Please) will be collected at the Masses on the weekend of June 27th /28th for delivery to the Good Shepherd Centre.
More volunteers are urgently needed to help feed the hungry in our city. For more information, please contact Irene Albrecht at 416 221-2791.
SMALL BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUPS
Grief is part of the human experience. At different moments in our lives, we may face the pain of losing a loved one, changes in our health or relationships, separation, or transitions that alter the way we live. These experiences can deeply affect our hearts, minds, bodies, and spirits.
The death of someone we love is especially painful. After a significant loss, we may experience many emotions, including sadness, shock, anger, loneliness, or guilt. At times, the journey through grief can feel overwhelming. Yet, healing often begins when we are able to share our sorrow with others who understand and walk alongside us with compassion and hope.
Last September, our Palliative Care and Bereavement Ministry Team (PCBM) launched the first Small Bereavement Support Groups. These groups offer a safe, caring, and confidential space for individuals to explore their grief journey in the company of others who have experienced a similar loss. The groups are small, closed-membership groups of approximately 5–8 participants and are guided by trained PCBM facilitators. Participants are grouped according to similar experiences of loss, such as the death of a spouse, parent, child, and sibling.
The Small Bereavement Support Groups are scheduled to begin during the week of October 5, 2026, and will run for 7 weeks.
If you are interested in participating or would like more information, please contact Louise Galego and Nadine Altay via the email address: bereavement@stgabrielsparish.ca
Alternatively, you may also contact the parish office at 416-221-8866 to leave your name and telephone number.
Registration Deadline: Tuesday, September 15, 2026
TCDSB STAFF ARTS Presents Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
One of the most enduring shows of all time, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat is a reimagining of the Biblical story of Joseph, his father Jacob, eleven brothers and the coat of many colors.
Performance Dates
June 12, 2026 (Friday) at 7:30 PM
Jun 13, 2026 (Saturday) at 2:00 PM (Matinee)
June 18, 2026 (Thursday) at 7:30 PM
June 19, 2026 (Friday) at 7:30 PM
June 20, 2026 (Saturday) at 7:30 PM
Tickets Adults: $36
Students: $20 (Valid ID At the Door)
2026 SUMMER CAMP OPPORTUNITIES FOR CHILDREN AND YOUTH
Summer camps are being offered for children at 59 parishes inside the Archdiocese of Toronto this summer, with over 86 weeks of dates and locations to choose from.
Parents who may be interested in having their kids attend a parish day camp can access the complete list of parishes, locations and dates here: ocytoronto.org/parish-camps You are encouraged to contact the parish of interest directly to register or get more information.
THE GARDEN SHED
Learn more about the life, growth, and spiritual reflections of St. Gabriel’s Garden in our Growing News newsletters.
Discover how the garden nourishes both creation and community through reflective garden walks and food donations to Good Shepherd Ministries.
All issues of the newsletters can be found on the Parish website under the Ministries/Garden Ministry tab, by scrolling down to the bottom of the page.
For details or to get involved contact garden@stgabrielsparish.ca
FINANCE CORNER
A bequest in your Will to our Church is an acknowledgment of your returning to God a portion of the gifts He has bestowed on you during your lifetime. Charitable bequests can have a favourable impact on your overall estate plan.
Bequests are NOT just for the wealthy! Consider including your parish in your Will. Let your Will reflect your Catholic values.
Please see the estate planning guide available at www.archtoronto.org to help you make your plan, and remember about the importance of using the correct legal names when arranging bequests or other legacy gifts. You may call the parish office for more information.
TRIVIA
What is the difference between weather and climate?
You can’t weather a tree but you can climate.
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.
