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bulletin – June 29

Sunday, June 29th, 2008

THIS IS THE LAST BULLETIN FOR THE SEASON. WE WISH YOU ALL A HAPPY AND SAFE SUMMER.

SUMMER OFFICE HOURS

Monday to Friday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Sunday 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM

SUNDAY COLLECTION: June 21-22, 2008

Total: $9,511.89

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Total $2,430 $1,500 $3,450 $2,132
# of Env. 116 70 191 90

THE RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION OF ADULTS

Attention: Those who are interested in learning about the Catholic Faith. This is an invitation to come to our first meeting on Monday, September 15th, 2008 at 7:30 in the Library Come with your questions, your curiosity, and your point of view. They will be the basis of our discussion.

To Our Parishioners: Because our Parish Community is considered the official teacher and guide for possible new members, it is important that some of you help by being present and by sharing your faith in ways that are comfortable to you.

Adult Catholics who wish to celebrate the sacraments of Eucharist and /or Confirmation are also welcome.

For more information, please call Mary Landry at 416-221-8866 after Monday, September 8th, 2008.

ST. GABRIEL’S CHOIRS

The 10:30 Senior Choir and the 12:30 Junior Choir will be taking a well earned break for July and August. We want to thank all of these gifted participants for their Ministry of Music. We would like to invite others to consider this important leadership role. The Senior Choir practices Tuesday evenings from 7:30 to 9:00 and sings at the 10:30 Mass. The Junior Choir practices Thursday evenings from 6:30 to 8:00 and sings at the 12:30 Mass. We invite all to consider joining! For more information, please call Marilyn Calderone at 416-618-2041. Remember “Those who sing pray twice!”

ANNUAL MASS FOR THE FAITHFUL DEPARTED

Catholic Cemeteries – Archdiocese of Toronto wishes to invite all families within the Archdiocese of Toronto to participate in the Annual Mass for the Faithful Departed on Wednesday, August 13, 2008 at 7:00PM. Cemetery locations and celebrants for this year’s annual Mass are as follows:
Holy Cross, Thornhill – Most Rev. Richard Grecco
Mount Hope, Toronto – Rev. Msgr. Marco Laurencic

MARRIAGE PREPARATION COURSE

A Marriage Preparation Course will take place at St. Gabriel’s Church on the weekend of October 24th to 26th. If you are interested, please contact the Parish Office. Register early as space is limited.

CASSEROLES FOR THE GOOD SHEPHERD CENTRE

During the summer, casseroles will be collected on the weekends of July 26/27 and August 30/31. More volunteers are encouraged to get a copy of the recipe and a pan and give it a try. For more information, please call Irene Albrecht at 416-221-2791.

CONTRIBUTIONS TO MYANMAR RELIEF FUND

We thank the parishioners of the Archdiocese who have contributed to the recent relief efforts in China and Myanmar (Burma). A total of $181,123 was reported for Myanmar. A final total for China is not yet available.

CATHOLIC FAMILY SERVICES

Catholic Family Services of Toronto is looking to expand our team of volunteers beginning with the planning and preparation of a special Wine Tasting fundraising event this fall. We are currently looking for volunteers who would like to assist us in our preparations for this event. Any parishioners interested should contact Mark at 416-921-1163 or by email at mevans@cfsofto.org.

WORLD YOUTH DAY EVENT

The Office of Catholic Youth (OCY) of the Archdiocese of Toronto is calling all young people between the ages of 14 and 35 to attend their World Youth Day celebration to be held at Martyr’s Shrine in Midland from July 17th to July 20th. Please register immediately by by visiting www.ocytoronto.org or calling John Dawson at 416-599-7676 Ext. 226.

ST. GABRIEL’S FEAST DAY ( FESTA)

On Sunday, August 24th the Feast of St. Gabriel of Our Lady of Sorrows will be celebrated at Immaculate Conception Parish, 300 Ansley Grove Road in Woodbridge. Communal singing, prayers and confession will take place in the Church during the afternoon. A Procession and outdoor Mass will begin at 3:00 PM. Please inform all your friends.

PILGRIMAGE CELEBRATING ST. PAUL’S 2,000th ANNIVERSARY

The Holy Father, Pope Benedict XVI, has invited the universal church to celebrate a Jubilee Year dedicated to St. Paul, from June 28, 2008 to June 29, 2009. From September 21 to October 4 and October 15 to October 18, 2008, we will retrace St. Paul’s journeys in Greece, the Greek Isles and Turkey. For further information, please visit the Catholic Biblical Association website at www.cbac.org, email Sr. Jocelyn Monette at jocmon@sympatico.ca or call 416-406-4398

SHARELIFE 2008

2007 ShareLife Total: $164,652.60
2008 ShareLife to Date: $157,860.00

ANNOUNCED MASSES

Date Time Intentions
TUESDAY, July 1 *10:00 AM MARIA KALINOWSKI Requested by Anne Marie Bielska
THURSDAY, July 3 9:00 AM TULIO RAMIREZ Requested by the Ramirez Family
FRIDAY, July 4 9:00 AM WAH YUEN Requested by the Yuen Family
SATURDAY, July 5 4:30 PM ALESSANDRA & DOMENICO BINETTI Celebrating their 50th Wedding Anniversary
TUESDAY, July 8 9:00 AM BRANIMIR PETRANOVIC Requested by the Petranovic Family
THURSDAY, July 10 9:00 AM DRAGO PETRANOVIC Requested by the Petranovic Family
FRIDAY, July 11 9:00 AM JOSEPHINE DE SA Requested by Mr.& Mrs. Joseph D’Gama
SATURDAY, July 12 4:30 PM MARY MACAULAY Requested by the Macaulay Family
TUESDAY, July 15 9:00 AM MARY& MICHAEL VINCENT GALLAGHER Requested by Michael Gallagher
THURSDAY, July 17 9:00 AM MRS. BERYL JAMES Requested by Martin & Joy Chin and Family
FRIDAY, July 18 9:00 AM MR. & MRS. WALTER COOBLALL Requested by the Persaud Family
SATURDAY, July 19 4:30 PM MIRO FEDELE Requested by Laura Fedele
TUESDAY, July 22 9:00 AM PAUL SOH Requested by Dorothy Chua and Family
THURSDAY, July 24 9:00 AM NICK DICIAULA & CESARIA DICIAULA Requested by the Virgilio Family
FRIDAY, July 25 9:00 AM FRANK QUIRION Requested by Isabelle
SATURDAY, July 26 4:30 PM MARCELINO FERNANDES Requested by Tita and Family
TUESDAY, July 29 9:00 AM CHRIS DILALLO Requested by Yvonne & Barney Singh
THURSDAY, July 31 9:00 AM SUSAN WILSON-CECUTTI Requested by Frank and Silvia Leaver
FRIDAY, August 1 9:00 AM FRANK D’ANDREA Requested by Guy D’Andrea
SATURDAY, August 2 4:30 PM GUS CALDERONE Requested by Marie and Family
TUESDAY, August 5 9:00 AM AMPARO VILLAFRANCA Requested by the Villafranca Family
THURSDAY, August 7 9:00 AM TULIO RAMIREZ Requested by the Family
FRIDAY, August 8 9:00 AM PAUL HWANG (60th Birthday) Requested by Wai-Chin and Family
SATURDAY, August 9 4:30 PM FELICISIMO SORIASO Requested by The Soriaso Family
TUESDAY, August 12 9:00 AM BILL KOVACS Requested by Noelle Crosbie
THURSDAY, August 14 9:00 AM CHRISTOPHER DI LALLO Requested by Yvonne Singh and Sarah Elizabeth
FRIDAY, August 15 9:00 AM SPECIAL INTENTION Requested by John Chan and Family
SATURDAY, August 16 4:30 PM Marilyn Forbes Requested by Peter Walsh
TUESDAY, August 19 9:00 AM MARY & MICHAEL VINCENT GALLAGHER Requested by Michael Gallagher
THURSDAY, August 21 9:00 AM NADIA GOUDA Requested by THE Gouda Family
FRIDAY, August 22 9:00 AM JOSEPHINE CHAN Requested by John Chan and Family
SATURDAY, August 23 4:30 PM GINO GERARDI Requested by the Gerardi Family
TUESDAY, August 26 9:00 AM MARCELINO FERNANDES Requested by Tita and Family
THURSDAY, August 28 9:00 AM ANTHONY & MARGARET TOSONI Requested by Marie Tosoni
FRIDAY, August 29 9:00 AM THANKSGIVING Requested by the Salvador Family
SATURDAY, August 30 4:30 PM VINCENZA GRECH Requested by Josie Grech Padova



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bulletin – June 22

Sunday, June 22nd, 2008

CONGRATULATIONS!

Congratulations to the Graduating Class of 2008 from St. Gabriel’s School. We wish them a happy, healthy and bright future.

ANNOUNCED MASSES

Date Time Intentions
June 24 9:00AM RON CHASE Requested by Phyllis Chase
June 26 9:00AM KENG OWYONG Requested by Helen
June 28 9:00AM DAVID SHELDRICK Requested by the Theresa Sheldrick
June 28 4:30PM INES D’AQUISTO Requested by the D’Aquisto Family

THE RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION OF ADULTS

Attention: Those who are Interested in learning about the Catholic Faith

This is an invitation to come to our first meeting on Monday, September 15th, 2008 at 7:30 in the Library Come with your questions, your curiosity, and your point of view. They will be the basis of our discussion.

To Our Parishioners: Because our Parish Community is considered the official teacher and guide for possible new members, it is important that some of you help by being present and by sharing your faith in various ways that are comfortable to you.

Adult Catholics who wish to celebrate the sacraments of Eucharist and /or Confirmation are also welcome. For more information, please call Mary Landry at 416 – 221 – 8866, Ext. 224 after Monday, September 8th, 2008.

LOST CAMERA

A camera was left in the Church following the celebration of Confirmation on May 4th. It may be picked up in the Parish Office. If you have any information which might help us to get it back to it’s owner, please contact the Parish Office at 416-221-8866.

CASSEROLES – GOOD SHEPHERD CENTRE

Your prepared chicken rice casseroles (frozen please) will be collected at the Masses next weekend for delivery to the Good Shepherd Centre. More volunteers are encouraged to get a copy of the casserole recipe and a pan and give it a try. For more information, please contact Irene Albrecht at 416 221-2791.

PARISH BARBEQUE PICNIC

Sunday, June 29TH 1:30 PM
Mark your calendars for this special day with family and friends. Please bring your lawn chairs and umbrellas. We do need volunteers. If you are able to give some of your time to help organize this great event, please contact Linda Law at 416 – 918 – 8029 after 6:00 PM. There are also sign-up sheets on the tables at the back of the Church.

ST. GABRIEL’S CHOIRS

The 10:30 Senior Choir and the 12:30 Junior Choir will be taking a well earned break for July and August. We want to thank all of these gifted participants for their Ministry of Music. We would like to invite others to consider this important leadership role. The Senior Choir practices Tuesday evenings from 7:30 to 9:00 and sings at the 10:30 Mass. The Junior Choir practices Thursday evenings from 6:30 to 8:00 and sings at the 12:30 Mass. We invite all to consider joining! For more information, please call Marilyn Calderone at 416 – 618 – 2041.

Remember “Those who sing pray twice!”

SUNDAY COLLECTION: June 14-15, 2008

Total: $7,442.62

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Total $ 2,911 $ 2,507 $ 2,924 $ 3,531
# of Env. 142 106 152 75

ShareLife

I want to take this opportunity to thank you for your very generous support of this year’s ShareLife Campaign.
Fr. Paul

2007 ShareLife Total: $164,652.60
2008 ShareLife total to date: $154,280.00

HUMANITARIAN RELIEF – CHINA, BURMA

The Sharelife Office will be accepting donations to support humanitarian relief efforts underway in China, assisting in the care for those injured or displaced from their homes. All contributions received by ShareLife will be forwarded to the appropriate relief partners. Please note that ShareLife does not apply administrative fees to humanitarian relief contributions – 100% of the funds collected go directly to the agencies involved.

As announced last week, please note that ShareLife continues to receive contributions for the ongoing relief efforts in Myanmar/Burma following the devastation of Cyclone Nargis on May 3rd in that country.
Those wishing to help may do so in the following ways:

  • Online through ShareLife’s website: www.sharelife.org
  • By phone through the ShareLife office – 1-800-263-2595 or 416-934-3411

Through the parish, making cheques payable to:
ShareLife – St Gabriel’s – Chinese Earthquake Relief
or ShareLife – St Gabriel’s – Cyclone Nargis relief

We offer our prayers for the thousands of families affected by these natural disasters. Thank you for your ongoing efforts to serve those in crisis around the world.

DONATIONS FOR THE POOR TO ST. VINCENT DE PAUL

The Society of St. Vincent de Paul provides an annual receipt for tax purposes for all known donors. This is usually achieved by the donors giving cheques from which all relevant information can be obtained. However, some donors have been putting significant amounts in the Poor Box for which no receipt can be given since their identity is not known. St. Vincent de Paul envelopes are now available on the tables by the doors of the Church for use by those giving cash, if they would like a receipt. Either their name and address or envelope number must be filled in on the envelope so that the amounts can be recorded.

CATHOLIC FAMILY SERVICES

Catholic Family Services of Toronto is looking to expand our team of volunteers beginning with the planning and preparation of a special Wine Tasting fundraising event this fall. We are currently looking for volunteers who would like to assist us in our preparations for this event. Any parishioners interested should contact Mark at 416 – 921 – 1163 or by email at mevans@cfsofto.org.

VOLUNTEERS WANTED

Volunteers are wanted for Carefree Lodge, a Metro Home for the Aged. Carefree Lodge is located on the North-West corner of Finch and Bayview. Please contact Francine Cohen at 416-397-1525 or fcohen@toronto.ca

BUNDLE UP WEEKEND

A big thank you to all those good people who filled the St. Vincent de Paul truck with their donations last weekend. The response was incredible!

For those of you who missed this opportunity, a list of the upcoming collection dates in other parishes is posted on the bulletin board in the Gathering Space.

WORLD YOUTH DAY EVENT

The Office of Catholic Youth (OCY) of the Archdiocese of Toronto is calling all young people between the ages of 14 and 35 to attend their World Youth Day celebration to be held at Martyr’s Shrine in Midland from July 17th to July 20th. Please register immediately by visiting www.ocytoronto.org or by calling John Dawson at 416-599-7676 Ext. 226.

ST. GABRIEL’S FEAST DAY ( FESTA)

On Sunday, August 24th the Feast of St. Gabriel of Our Lady of Sorrows will be celebrated at Immaculate Conception Parish, 300 Ansley Grove Road in Woodbridge. Communal singing, prayers and confession will take place in the Church during the afternoon. A Procession and outdoor Mass will begin at 3:00 PM. Please inform all your friends.

PILGRIMAGE CELEBRATING ST. PAUL’S 2,000th ANNIVERSARY

The Holy Father, Pope Benedict XVI, has invited the universal church to celebrate a Jubilee Year dedicated to St. Paul, from June 28, 2008 to June 29, 2009.

From September 21 to October 4 and October 15 to October 18, 2008, we will retrace St. Paul’s journeys in Greece, the Greek Isles and Turkey. Paul’s journeys and life are recorded in his letters and in the Acts of the Apostles.

For further information, please visit the Catholic Biblical Association website at www.cbac.org, email Sr. Jocelyn Monette at jocmon@sympatico.ca or call 416-406-4398

SOUVENIR OF ST. GABRIEL’S MOSAIC

This is your last opportunity to get a copy of the mosaic above the doors of the old Church. The 10 remaining pictures, in a choice of frames, will be on sale after all the Masses for a reduced price of $45.



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bulletin – June 15

Sunday, June 15th, 2008

CONGRATULATIONS!

Congratulations to those children from St. Gabriel’s School who received their First Communion on Sunday, June 8th. It was a beautiful celebration. We promise to support them with our prayers as they continue on their journey of faith.

ANNOUNCED MASSES

Date Time Intentions
June 17 9:00AM SANDY SMITH Requested by Isabelle
June 19 9:00AM DAVID ELLESWORTH Requested by Margaret and Howard
June 20 9:00AM CARMEN SIERRA Requested by the Sierra Family
June 21 4:30PM MAUREEN MULLINS Requested by Ann Anhorn

SUNDAY COLLECTION: June 7-8, 2008

Total: $7,442.62

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Env. $
Total $ 2,371 $ 1,926 $ 2,589 $ 1,557
# of Env. 113 109 152 84

PARISH BARBEQUE PICNIC

Sunday, June 29TH
1:30 PM
Mark your calendars for this special day with family and friends. Please bring your lawn chairs and umbrellas. We do need volunteers. If you are able to give some of your time to help organize this great event, please contact Linda Law at 416-918-8029 after 6:00 PM. There are also sign-up sheets on the tables at the back of the Church.

ADULT FAITH DEVELOPMENT

Our journey of life and journey of faith are meant to converge at an early age. For many of us, however, we tend to grow physically, mentally, psychologically etc., but remain at a childish level of understanding our faith. The following information is for those who wish to keep growing, to be able to enjoy the Good news of God’s love for us as members of God’s Church.

Monday Nights are R.C.I.A. Nights

R.C.I.A. (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults) meetings begin on Monday, September 15th at 7:30 PM. These evenings are for persons interested in learning about the Catholic Faith. Because the Parish Community itself is considered the official teacher and guide for potential new members, it is important that some parishioners participate by being present and by sharing their Faith in various ways. It is also an opportunity for “Born Catholics” to deepen their understanding of the faith. Adult Catholics who wish to celebrate the Sacrament of the Eucharist and/or Confirmation are welcome. For more information, please call Mary Landry at 416-221-8866, Ext.224.

DONATIONS FOR THE POOR TO ST. VINCENT DE PAUL

The Society of St. Vincent de Paul provides an annual receipt for tax purposes for all known donors. This is usually achieved by the donors giving cheques from which all relevant information can be obtained. However, some donors have been putting significant amounts in the Poor Box for which no receipt can be given since their identity is not known. St. Vincent de Paul envelopes are now available on the tables by the doors of the Church for use by those giving cash, if they would like a receipt. Either their name and address or envelope number must be filled in on the envelope so that the amounts can be recorded.

THE BUTTERFLY RUN/WALK

The Barron Family thanks St. Gabriel’s Parish for sharing with them the simple joy of the outdoors by participating in the Butterfly Walk/Run. This successful event was held in memory of their daughter Olivia’s passion to LIVERight.

SOUVENIR OF ST. GABRIEL’S MOSAIC

This is your last opportunity to get a copy of the mosaic above the doors of the old Church. The 10 remaining pictures, in a choice of frames, will be on sale after all the Masses for a reduced price of $45.

HUMANITARIAN RELIEF – CHINA, BURMA

The Sharelife Office will be accepting donations to support humanitarian relief efforts underway in China, assisting in the care for those injured or displaced from their homes. All contributions received by ShareLife will be forwarded to the appropriate relief partners. Please note that ShareLife does not apply administrative fees to humanitarian relief contributions – 100% of the funds collected go directly to the agencies involved.

As announced last week, please note that ShareLife continues to receive contributions for the ongoing relief efforts in Myanmar/Burma following the devastation of Cyclone Nargis on May 3 in that country. Those wishing to help may do so in the following ways:

  • Online through ShareLife’s website: www.sharelife.org
  • By phone through the ShareLife office – 1-800-263-2595 or 416-934-3411
  • Through the parish, making cheques payable to:
    ShareLife – St Gabriel’s – Chinese Earthquake Relief or ShareLife – St Gabriel’s – Cyclone Nargis relief

We offer our prayers for the thousands of families affected by these natural disasters. Thank you for your ongoing efforts to serve those in crisis around the world.

SEEING WITH THE HEART

Catholic Parents of Lesbian Daughters and Gay Sons Day of Reflection Saturday, June 21, 2008. 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM 40.00 (includes lunch) Scarboro Missions , 2685 Kingston Road, Toronto.

IN HONOUR OF OUR MOTHER OF PERPETUAL HELP

A tridium in honour of Our Mother of Perpetual Help will be held at the National Shrine of Our Mother of Perpetual Help (St. Patrick’s Church) on June 25th, 26th and 27th. The Church is located on McCaul Street, immediately north of Dundas Street, 2 blocks west of University Avenue. Mass will be celebrated each evening at 7:00PM. Our celebrant and homilist for each evening is Archbishop G. Pettipas, C.Ss.R. All are welcome to attend.

JUST COFFEE

Fair Trade organic coffees will be on sale after all the Masses next weekend.

Regular ground coffee: $5
Decaffeinated: $6
Whole beans: $5
Chocolate Bars: $4 incl. taxes
Hot Chocolate and Cocoa: $4.50

Please note this will be the last sale until September.

OVERNIGHT RETREAT AT SCARBORO MISSIONS

What does it mean to be a missionary priest or a lay missioner? Is this something that has crossed your mind or something you may be curious about? If so, please join us for our Overnight Retreat on July 4th and 5th at Scarboro Missions, 2685 Kingston Rd., Scarborough. If you feel you are called by God to be a missionary priest or lay missionary, we invite you to walk with us…it may change your life forever! To register, please contact us at 416-261-7135 or lmo@scarboromissions.ca

WORLD YOUTH DAY EVENT

The Office of Catholic Youth (OCY) of the Archdiocese of Toronto is calling all young people between the ages of 14 and 35 to attend their World Youth Day celebration to be held at Martyr’s Shrine in Midland from July 17th to July 20th. Please register immediately by visiting www.ocytoronto.org or by calling John Dawson at 416-599-7676 Ext. 226.

PILGRIMAGE CELEBRATING ST. PAUL’S 2,000th ANNIVERSARY

From September 21 to October 4 and October 15 to October 18, 2008, we will retrace St. Paul’s journeys in Greece, the Greek Isles and Turkey. Paul’s journeys and life are recorded in his letters and in the Acts of the Apostles. For further information, please visit the Catholic Biblical Association website at www.cbac.org, email Sr. Jocelyn Monette at jocmon@sympatico.ca or call 416-406-4398



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bulletin – June 8

Sunday, June 8th, 2008

ST. VINCENT DE PAUL SOCIETY

Recently the president of our local conference of the St. Vincent de Paul Society, Mr. Phil Taylor, was asked to take on the duties of President of the Toronto North York Particular Council. As of June 1st the new president of the St. Gabriel’s Conference will be Frances Murphy. We congratulate them both and thank them for their efforts in the ever important work of the St. Vincent de Paul Society.

ANNOUNCED MASSES

Date Time Intentions
June 10 9:00AM MARY FLANAGAN Requested by the Flanagan Family
June 12 9:00AM ALISON CHASE Requested by Phyllis Chase
June 13 9:00AM LEONARD MARCHIE Requested by Teresa and Family
June 14 4:30PM SAM BADAME Requested by the Badame Family

SUNDAY COLLECTION: May 31-June 1, 2008

Total: $9,987.79

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Env. $
Total $3,026 $2,371 $2,802 $1,858
# of Env. 130 101 149 82

PARISH BARBEQUE PICNIC

Sunday, June 29TH 1:30 PM
Mark your calendars for this special day with family and friends. Please bring your lawn chairs and umbrellas.
We do need volunteers. If you are able to give some of your time to help organize this great event, please contact Linda Law at 416-981-8029 after 6:00 PM. There are also sign-up sheets on the tables at the back of the Church.

CONGRATULATIONS!

Congratulations to those children from the Children’s Faith Program who received their First Communion on Sunday, June 1st. It was a beautiful celebration. We promise to support them with our prayers as they continue on their journey of faith.

ADULT FAITH DEVELOPMENT

Our journey of life and journey of faith are meant to converge at an early age. For many of us, however, we tend to grow physically, mentally, psychologically etc., but remain at a childish level of understanding our faith. The following information is for those who wish to keep growing, to be able to enjoy the Good news of God’s love for us as members of God’s Church.

Monday Nights are R.C.I.A. Nights

R.C.I.A. (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults) meetings begin on Monday, September 15th at 7:30 PM. These evenings are for persons interested in learning about the Catholic Faith. Because the Parish Community itself is considered the official teacher and guide for potential new members, it is important that some parishioners participate by being present and by sharing their Faith in various ways. It is also an opportunity for “Born Catholics” to deepen their understanding of the faith. Adult Catholics who wish to celebrate the Sacrament of the Eucharist and/or Confirmation are welcome. For more information, please call Mary Landry at 416-221-8866, Ext.224.

EXTREME CLERGY DOCUMENTARY SERIES

Vision TV
Friday, June 13 at 10:30 PM
(repeated Monday, June 16 at 3:30 PM)

Extreme Clergy is a new documentary series which premiered on May 16 on Vision TV. Filmed in hotspots around the world, the series offers a rare glimpse of challenges faced and met by spiritual people struggling to better the lives of the poor, the embattled and the desperate. In each half hour episode, you will meet a member of the clergy with extreme dedication to helping people in extraordinary and often dangerous circumstances. For a list of episodes visit: www.extremeclergy.com

HUMANITARIAN RELIEF – CHINA, BURMA

The Sharelife Office will be accepting donations to support humanitarian relief efforts underway in China, assisting in the care for those injured or displaced from their homes. All contributions received by ShareLife will be forwarded to the appropriate relief partners. Please note that ShareLife does not apply administrative fees to humanitarian relief contributions – 100% of the funds collected go directly to the agencies involved.

As announced last week, please note that ShareLife continues to receive contributions for the ongoing relief efforts in Myanmar/Burma following the devastation of Cyclone Nargis on May 3 in that country. Those wishing to help may do so in the following ways:

  • Online through ShareLife’s website: www.sharelife.org
  • By phone through the ShareLife office – 1-800-263-2595 or 416-934-3411
  • Through the parish, making cheques payable to:
    ShareLife – St Gabriel’s – Chinese Earthquake Relief or ShareLife – St Gabriel’s – Cyclone Nargis relief

We offer our prayers for the thousands of families affected by these natural disasters. Thank you for your ongoing efforts to serve those in crisis around the world.

BUNDLE UP WEEKEND

The Society of St. Vincent de Paul will be collecting gently used clothing and household linens for those in need on the weekend of June 14th and 15th. There is a particular need for textiles and footwear. A St. Vincent de Paul truck will be parked on the upper parking lot opposite the garden. Volunteers will assist with loading before and after each of the Masses on Saturday and Sunday.

MARYGROVE CAMP

1,100 less fortunate girls will be attending the Society of St. Vincent de Paul’s Marygrove Camp this summer. Marygrove is funded by an annual collection which will be taken up the weekend of June 14th and 15th. Please remember to support Marygrove and help send a child to camp.

SEEING WITH THE HEART

Catholic Parents of Lesbian Daughters and Gay Sons Day of Reflection
Saturday, June 21, 2008
9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
$40.00 (includes lunch)
Scarboro Missions
2685 Kingston Road, Toronto
For Brochure and information call John Montague at 416-523-644

IN HONOUR OF OUR MOTHER OF PERPETUAL HELP

A tridium in honour of Our Mother of Perpetual Help will be held at the National Shrine of Our Mother of Perpetual Help (St. Patrick’s Church) on June 25th, 26th and 27th. The Church is located on McCaul Street, immediately north of Dundas Street, 2 blocks west of University Avenue. Mass will be celebrated each evening at 7:00PM. Our celebrant and homilist for each evening is Archbishop G. Pettipas, C.Ss.R. All are welcome to attend.

WORLD YOUTH DAY EVENT

The Office of Catholic Youth (OCY) of the Archdiocese of Toronto is calling all young people between the ages of 14 and 35 to attend their World Youth Day celebration to be held at Martyr’s Shrine in Midland from July 17th to July 20th. Please register immediately by visiting www.ocytoronto.org or by calling John Dawson at 416-599-7676 Ext. 226.

SOUVENIR OF ST. GABRIEL’S MOSAIC

This is your last opportunity to get a copy of the mosaic above the doors of the old Church. The 10 remaining pictures, in a choice of frames, will be on sale after all the Masses for a reduced price of $45.



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bulletin – June 1

Sunday, June 1st, 2008

ShareLife

“Because You Give…..”

Today is ShareLife’s third and final offering.

“Give and there will be gifts for you: a full measure, pressed down, shaken together and overflowing, will be poured into your lap; because the standard you use will be the standard used for you” Luke 6:38

Give with compassion and generosity according to the words of the Gospel of Luke. Because you give… your sacrificial gift today will help those in need and allow ShareLife agencies to continue to make a difference in 2008.

2007 ShareLife Total: $164,652.60
2008 ShareLife to Date: $ 128,633.00

ANNOUNCED MASSES

Date Time Intentions
June 3 9:00AM MARCELINO FERNANDES Requested by Tita and Family
June 5 9:00AM FELIX CHAN Requested by John Chan and Family
June 6 9:00AM ELEANOR HINCH Requested by Marilou Wight
June 7 4:30PM GUS CALDERONE Requested by Marie and Family

SUNDAY COLLECTION: May 24-25, 2008

Total: $8,475.95

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4:30 8:30 10:30 12:30
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Env. $
Total $1,905 $2,024 $3,136 $1,710
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WEDNESDAY MORNINGS ARE LEARNING TIMES

Wednesday morning, June 4 at 10:30 AM
Topic: St. Paul – Pastor and Theologian

ADULT FAITH DEVELOPMENT

Our journey of life and journey of faith are meant to converge at an early age. For many of us, however, we tend to grow physically, mentally, psychologically etc., but remain at a childish level of understanding our faith. The following information is for those who wish to keep growing, to be able to enjoy the Good news of God’s love for us as members of God’s Church.

Monday Nights are R.C.I.A. Nights

R.C.I.A. (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults) meetings begin on Monday, September 15th at 7:30 PM. These evenings are for persons interested in learning about the Catholic Faith. Because the Parish Community itself is considered the official teacher and guide for potential new members, it is important that some parishioners participate by being present and by sharing their Faith in various ways. It is also an opportunity for “Born Catholics” to deepen their understanding of the faith. Adult Catholics who wish to celebrate the Sacrament of the Eucharist and/or Confirmation are welcome. For more information, please call Mary Landry at 416-221-8866.

CASSEROLES FOR THE GOOD SHEPHERD CENTRE

Thank you to the volunteers who prepared 36 casseroles for the Good Shepherd Centre for May. For June, your prepared casseroles (frozen please) will be collected at the Masses on the weekend of June 28/29 for delivery to the Good Shepherd Centre. More volunteers are encouraged to become active in helping to feed our less fortunate sisters and brothers. If you require more information or would like to get a copy of the recipe and a casserole pan, please contact Irene Albrecht at 416-221-2791.

SOUVENIR OF ST. GABRIEL’S MOSAIC

This is your last opportunity to get a copy of the St. Gabriel’s mosaic, The 10 remaining pictures, in a choice of frames, will be on sale after all the Masses for a reduced price of $45.

EXTREME CLERGY DOCUMENTARY SERIES

Vision TV
Monday, June 2 at 3:30 PM
Friday, June 6 at 10:30 PM
(repeated Monday, June 9 at 3:30 PM)

Extreme Clergy is a new documentary series which premiered on May 16 on Vision TV. Filmed in hotspots around the world, the series offers a rare glimpse of challenges faced and met by spiritual people struggling to better the lives of the poor, the embattled and the desperate. In each half hour episode, you will meet a member of the clergy with extreme dedication to helping people in extraordinary and often dangerous circumstances. For a list of episodes visit: www.extremeclergy.com

HUMANITARIAN RELIEF – CHINA, BURMA

The Sharelife Office will be accepting donations to support humanitarian relief efforts underway in China, assisting in the care for those injured or displaced from their homes. All contributions received by ShareLife will be forwarded to the appropriate relief partners. Please note that ShareLife does not apply administrative fees to humanitarian relief contributions – 100% of the funds collected go directly to the agencies involved.

As announced last week, please note that ShareLife continues to receive contributions for the ongoing relief efforts in Myanmar/Burma following the devastation of Cyclone Nargis on May 3 in that country. Those wishing to help may do so in the following ways:

  • Online through ShareLife’s website: www.sharelife.org
  • By phone through the ShareLife office – 1-800-263-2595 or 416-934-3411
  • Through the parish, making cheques payable to:
    ShareLife – St Gabriel’s – Chinese Earthquake Relief or ShareLife – St Gabriel’s – Cyclone Nargis relief

We offer our prayers for the thousands of families affected by these natural disasters. Thank you for your ongoing efforts to serve those in crisis around the world.

MARYGROVE CAMP

The Marygrove Camp collection will be taken up on June 14th and 15th. Marygrove offers 1,100 girls from less fortunate families an opportunity to attend summer camp. Please remember to support this important work of the St. Vincent de Paul Society.

BUTTERFLY 5K WALK AND RUN

LIVERight and join our local community Butterfly 5K Run/Walk in the East Don River Park in memory of Olivia Barron. Join the fun and help raise awareness and funds for children’s liver disease research on Sunday, June 8.

Register at www.runningroom.com. If you would like to contact us or pledge Olivia’s brother, please call 416-490-0134 or email us at p.barron@sympatico.ca.

BUNDLE UP WEEKEND

The Society of St. Vincent de Paul will be collecting gently used clothing and household linens for those in need on the weekend of June 14Th and 15Th. There is a particular need for textiles and footwear. A St. Vincent de Paul truck will be parked on the upper parking lot opposite the garden. Volunteers will assist with loading before and after each of the Masses on Saturday and Sunday.

IMPROVE YOUR ENGLISH!

Fred Speed, a long-time parishioner, is offering to teach English to small groups of new immigrant women. The groups will be between four and six persons. It is anticipated that classes, with an initial focus on conversational English, will be offered one afternoon a week here at the parish. They will be targeted to immigrants with a beginner level of English. Details about the classes may be found on the bulletin boards.
Those interested, please contact Fatima Lee at (416) 221-8866, Ext. 228 for further information and/or to register.

SEEING WITH THE HEART

Catholic Parents of Lesbian Daughters and Gay Sons Day of Reflection
Saturday, June 21, 2008
9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
$40.00 (includes lunch)
Scarboro Missions
2685 Kingston Road, Toronto
For Brochure and information call John Montague at 416 – 523 – 644



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