March 5th, 2023
Daylight Saving Time begins next weekend. Don’t forget to turn your clocks ahead one hour on Saturday night.
Friday Evenings at 7:30 PM
Tuesday, March 21st from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Tuesday, March 21st at 7:30 PM
Masses Sat., 4:30 PM Sun., 8:30 AM, 10:30 AM, 12:30 PM
No 9:00 A.M. Mass 7:30 PM Mass of the Lord’s Supper Followed by Adoration until 10:00 PM
3:00 PM – Solemn Passion of Our Lord 7:30 PM – Stations of the Cross
No 4:30 PM Mass 8:00 PM Easter Vigil
Masses: 10:30 AM, 12:30 PM
No 9:00 AM Mass Office Closed
EXTRA PARKING AT ELKHORN PUBLIC SCHOOL
Saturday, March 18th at 10:30 AM
St. Gabriel’s Church
First Reconciliation for children attending St. Gabriel’s School, those in the Children’s Faith Program and children attending other Catholic Schools will be held at St. Gabriel’s Church on Saturday, March 18th at 10:00 AM.
March 6th to March 12th, 2023
MONDAY – TUESDAY – WEDNESDAY – THURSDAY – FRIDAY – SATURDAY – ROBERT IP ✞ – Requested by Vivian NG SUNDAY, 10:30 – ANGELO DI FLUMERI & FAMILY ✞ – Requested by The Family SUNDAY, 12:30 – DELFIN JOVIDA Sr. ✞ – Requested by Luningning Jovida
Stations of the Cross will take place each Friday evening during Lent at 7:30 PM. You are also encouraged to attend our daily Mass as often as possible throughout Lent.
Installation on Saturday March 25th at 10:00 AM
Pope Francis has appointed Bishop Francis (Frank) Leo, (pronounced Lay-o) currently Auxiliary Bishop of the Archdiocese of Montreal, as the 14th Archbishop of Toronto.
The archbishop-designate succeeds Cardinal Thomas Collins, who has served the archdiocese since 2007. The new archbishop will be installed on the Solemnity of the Annunciation, Saturday March 25th at 10:00 AM at St. Michael’s Cathedral Basilica.
During this time of transition in the archdiocese, we give thanks for Cardinal Collins and his service to the Church and welcome Archbishop-designate Leo, who will be joining the community very soon. Please continue to keep these shepherds close in prayer in the days ahead.
Thank you so much to the volunteers who prepared 40 casseroles for February. For March, your frozen prepared casseroles will be collected at all the Masses on the weekend of March 25th/26th for delivery to the Good Shepherd Centre.
More volunteers are encouraged to become active in helping to feed our less fortunate sisters and brothers. Three different recipes are available in the Parish Office or online at the Church website. You may pick up casserole pans at the Parish Office. If you require more information, please contact Irene Albrecht at 416-221-2791.
Thank you for your generous support of Rosalie Hall and the Good Shepherd Centre. They are very grateful.
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
Two devastating earthquakes and hundreds of violent aftershocks in Turkey and Syria have caused great destruction in both countries. The latest reports indicate that there are more than 44,000 people injured and the rising death toll has now surpassed 11,000 people.
The disaster began with a 7.8-magnitude earthquake early last Monday morning, one of the strongest to hit the region in 100 years, toppling thousands of buildings throughout Turkey and Syria, creating even worse conditions for millions of Syrians already displaced by the ongoing civil war. Freezing cold weather conditions are complicating rescue operations and adding further risk to survivors.
This week, another powerful earthquake was recorded in Turkey. leveling buildings and leaving millions of people homeless.
The Archdiocese of Toronto will accept donations and channel funds through Catholic partners (including Caritas Canada, Aid to the Church in Need, CNEWA, and Jesuits International) to support relief efforts underway.
Those wishing to help may do so in the following ways:
Please continue to pray for those who have died and for those displaced because of this tragic disaster in both Turkey and Syria.
Saturday March 4th from 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Metro Toronto Convention Centre North Building, 255 Front Street West, Toronto
A grace-filled day celebrating God’s love with:
Thomas Cardinal Collins, Archbishop of Toronto Ralph Martin Chris Stefanick Uplifting music Eucharistic Healing Procession Confession and Holy Mass Separate Youth Event with Debbie Herbeck & Pete Burak
FOR TICKETS/INFO: www.ljhr.ca EMAIL: contact@ljhr.ca CONTACT: Sadie, 905-270-2510 FACT SHEET: https://bit.ly/LJHR2023FactSheet
Lent Adoration, Catechesis and a Holy Mass
March 11th, 2023 beginning at 9:30 AM St. Elizabeth of Hungary Church 432 Sheppard Ave. E. North York
Join St. Elizabeth Parish on March 11th for a special Lent Program.
Fr. Terry McKenna will speak on How to Access the Healing Power of the Holy Eucharist
The schedule: 9:00-9:30AM: Adoration; 9:30-10:00AM: Catechism 10:00-11:00AM: Healing Mass with the music ministry of the Holy Trinity Community
Once again, the CCCB video series Journey through Lent will be available on the CCCB website. This year’s Lenten reflections are delivered by His Eminence Gérald Cyprien Cardinal Lacroix, Archbishop of Quebec and Primate of Canada, and the Most Reverend Brian Joseph Dunn, Archbishop of Halifax-Yarmouth.
Every Monday throughout Lent, a video will continue to be posted on the CCCB website in English and in French for the following Sunday’s eucharistic celebration.
Originally proposed by the Executive Committee, this video series, featuring reflections on the gospel reading for each Sunday of Lent, is a joint project of the Office national de liturgie, the National Liturgy Office, and the Office for Evangelization and Catechesis (English Sector). It is hoped that this video series will provide you with additional opportunity to prepare for the Church’s celebration of the Resurrection of the Lord on Easter. To access please follow the links below.
English: https://www.cccb.ca/evangelization-catechesis-catholic-education/video-resources/journey-through-lent-2023/
French: https://www.cecc.ca/evangelisation-catechese-et-education/ressources-video/cheminer-ensemble-durant-le-temps-du-careme-2023/
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February 26th, 2023
Fr. Paul will be returning to Florida for the month of March beginning on March 1st. Fr. Bill Murphy will be taking his place until March 25th.
Monday February 27th is the feast of St. Gabriel. St. Gabriel, a member of the Passionist Community, was born Francis Possenti on March 1st, 1838 in Assisi.
In September, 1856, he entered the Passionist novitiate but before his ordination, he contracted tuberculosis. He died February 27th, 1862 at the age of 24. Francis had a special devotion to Mary and chose as his religious name Gabriel of the Sorrowful Virgin. He is remembered for his enthusiasm in life and his extraordinary generosity. Pope John XXIII proclaimed him as a special Patron of Youth. Mass will be celebrated at 9:00 AM
February 27th to March 5th, 2023
MONDAY – TUESDAY – WEDNESDAY – DOMINGA D’ ABREAU ✞ – Requested by Yuillie Fitz-Charles THURSDAY – FRIEDRICH BRANSCHAT ✞ – Requested by the Family FRIDAY – SATURDAY – OLGA BACKHOUSE ✞ – Requested by Carol & Mary Laurella SUNDAY, 10:30 – PETER & BRIDGET PEREIRA ✞ – Requested by Sophie & Candida Pereira SUNDAY, 12:30 – GEORGE VALAVI ✞ – Requested by the Valavi Family
Stations of the Cross will take place each Friday evening during Lent at 7:30 PM.
You are also encouraged to attend our daily Mass as often as possible throughout Lent.
English Rosary Group Every first Saturday of the month at 3:00 PM in the Gabriel Room. For the month of March, we will meet on Saturday, March 4th.
Chinese Rosary Group Every first Sunday of the month at 3:30 PM in the Gabriel Room. For the month of March, we will gather on Sunday, March 5th.
All are welcome.
Pope Francis has appointed Bishop Francis (Frank) Leo, currently Auxiliary Bishop of the Archdiocese of Montreal, as the 14th Archbishop of Toronto.
The Parish Family of St. Gabriel’s would like to welcome the following children who received the Sacrament of Baptism in February.
Koa G.W. Forbes Sylvie Ging Sum Vane
St. Gabriel’s Church First Reconciliation for children attending St. Gabriel’s School, those in the Children’s Faith Program and children attending other Catholic Schools will be held at St. Gabriel’s Church on Saturday, March 18th at 10:00 AM.
Thursdays, March 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd, and 30th
Via Zoom from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM
A virtual training session is being offered by the Archdiocese of Toronto for those who are interested in this ministry. This training is designed for new and seasoned parish bereavement ministers. It will explore ways to begin a bereavement ministry in your parish or enhance your present bereavement ministry programs.
Registrants are required to participate in all online sessions and complete pre-homework to receive full training. There is no cost to attend but registration is required (space is limited). This program is offered by the Office of Formation for Discipleship and Saint Monica Institute.
Anyone interested in becoming a part of the Bereavement Ministry Team at St. Gabriel’s please contact Sr. Malou at StGabrielBereavement@gmail.com.
Queen of Apostles Renewal Centre Friday, March 3rd to Sunday, March 5th Father Ron Rolheiser Theme -Wrestling with God and with Love – Resistance and Surrender Within Our Spiritual Journey
For more information, contact:Queen of Apostles Renewal Centre 905-278-5229, or, office@qoa.ca
If you have included your parish or favourite archdiocesan charity in your Will or estate plan, please let us know. Through the Legacy Society of the Archdiocese of Toronto, we would like to say a special thank you.
All Legacy Society members are invited to the Annual Legacy Society Lunch & Mass by the Archdiocese of Toronto.
Let your legacy be a testament of your faith! All Legacy Society members have the option of remaining anonymous. If you have any questions, please contact the Development Office at development@archtoronto.org or 416-934-3400 ext. 519.
February 18th, 2023
Monday, February 20th
Monday February 20th is Family Day, a day to celebrate our families. The Parish Office will be closed and there will be no 9:00 AM Mass on that day.
February 20th to February 26th, 2023
MONDAY – FAMILY DAY – No 9:00 AM Mass TUESDAY – ROSEANNE GERAGHTY – Requested by Agnes Gaughan WEDNESDAY – ASH WEDNESDAY – No 9:00 AM Mass THURSDAY – SOULS IN PURGATORY ✞ – Requested by Myrian Fabra FRIDAY – MIRO RAK ✞ – Requested by the Family SATURDAY – VINCENT LAURELLA ✞ – Requested by Carol & Mary Laurella SUNDAY, 10:30 – RYAN & LOUIS MENDES ✞ – Requested by the Family SUNDAY, 12:30 –
Wednesday, February 22nd, 2023
Wednesday, February 22nd is Ash Wednesday.
Special Masses will be celebrated at 12:00 Noon and 7:30 PM. Ashes will be distributed. There will be no 9:00 AM Mass.
On February 8th, 2023, the Bishops of Canada released a series of pastoral letters to advance the journey of healing, reconciliation and hope with Indigenous Peoples of this land. Individual letters have been prepared for First Nations, Inuit and Métis communities. In addition, the bishops have released a letter to Catholics throughout the country.
Copies of the letters can be accessed by visiting: www.archtoronto.org/healingandreconciliation
Catholics throughout the archdiocese are invited to reflect, learn and join in efforts to nurture and deepen our relationship with Indigenous Peoples. We pray that the letters may serve as an additional tool to guide the journey of healing, reconciliation and hope.
Thank you for your generous support of Rosalie Hall and the Good Shepherd Centre. They are very appreciative.
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.
Next Weekend, February 25th/26th
Your prepared frozen casseroles will be collected at the Masses next weekend for delivery to the Good Shepherd Centre. Many more volunteers are needed to help feed the hungry in our city.
Three recipes are available on St. Gabriel’s web site. Printed copies of the recipes are also available in the Parish Office. Pans can also be picked up here in the 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.
Two devastating earthquakes and hundreds of violent aftershocks in Turkey and Syria have caused great destruction in both countries. The latest reports indicate that there are more than 40,000 people injured and the rising death toll has now surpassed 11,000 people.
The disaster began with a 7.8-magnitude earthquake early Monday morning, one of the strongest to hit the region in 100 years, toppling thousands of buildings throughout Turkey and Syria, creating even worse conditions for millions of Syrians already displaced by the ongoing civil war. Freezing cold weather conditions are complicating rescue operations and adding further risk to survivors.
Thursdays, February 23rd, March 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd, and 30th
Tax receipts for 2022 have been mailed out.
If you have contributed in 2022 to the Archdiocese for Donate Now, ShareLife or the Family of Faith Campaign, your tax receipt will come directly from the Archdiocese.
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February 11th, 2023
We are pleased to report that the Lipkevych family moved into the apartment the Parish has rented on February 2nd. The family is made up of Father – Borys, Mother – Nataliya, daughter – Zlata, age 12 and son – Zakhar, age 5. The family is from Kyiv, Ukraine.
Our Parish Refugee Committee is busy helping them settle in Canada. They will be here at the 10:30 Mass next Sunday, February 12th, and will take the occasion to say thank you to all of you for your support.
Hebrews 13:2 Do not forget to show hospitality to strangers, for by doing so, some people have shown hospitality to angels without knowing it….and we are!
Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!
Thank you to all those who worked to make this year’s Lunar New Year Party a wonderful celebration This is one of the nicest events we have throughout the year and, as always, it was a huge success.
The decorations were amazing. The food was delicious. And it was very evident that a great deal of planning and hard workwent into making this celebration a truly memorable event. All who attended thoroughly enjoyed themselves. Thank you!
February 13th to February 19th, 2023
MONDAY – TONINO DIDIODATO ✞ – Requested by the Family TUESDAY – FLORINTINO LLOVIT ✞ – Requested by Linda Llovit WEDNESDAY – THURSDAY – NIKOLA VUKOVIC ✞ – Requested by the Family FRIDAY – SATURDAY – CATHY DRAB ✞ – Requested by the Family SUNDAY, 10:30 – BRUNO CORTESE ✞ – Requested by the Family SUNDAY, 12:30 – CAROLYN CRAVEN ✞ – Requested by John Craven
Your food donations are so 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.
Theme: A Pathway to the Future! Monday, February 6th to Monday, April 17th at 3:00 PM
The Office for Interreligious Dialogue invites high school students to participate in the Youth Interfaith Video Contest sponsored by the Dominican Friars of Toronto in collaboration with The Catholic Register, and Salt + Light Media.
The theme of the contest is, “A Pathway to the Future,” taken from the United Nations’ International Day of Human Fraternity (February 4). https://www.un.org/en/observances/human-fraternity
This is an opportunity for young learners to explore the theme and appreciate the value of diverse faith traditions. We encourage participants to not only highlight the contest theme but to reach out to collaborate and engage with people of diverse cultural and religious backgrounds.
The contest begins on Monday, February 6th and closes on Monday, April 17th. The length of the video should not be more than three minutes. For complete contest details, please see the poster at https://bit.ly/3ZF99kF or the one on the bulletin boards.
The video can be submitted at this link: https://www.catholicregister.org/videocontest.
Sunday, February 12th at 2:30 PM
St. Michael’s Cathedral Basilica, 65 Bond St., Toronto
As part of Marriage Sunday 2023 celebrations, Bishop Vincent Nguyen will preside at a special Mass to honour married couples, especially those celebrating milestone wedding anniversaries (25th, 40th, 50th, 60th or 60+) in 2023. All married couples will have an opportunity to renew their vows and milestone anniversary celebrants will be honoured with a special blessing.
The Mass has reached full capacity and registration is now closed.
However, all are invited to join the celebration via livestream Mass here: https://www.stmichaelscathedral.com/live/. The broadcast will begin at 2:15 PM.
Queen of Apostles Renewal Centre Friday, March 3rd to Sunday, March 5th
Father Ron Rolheiser
Theme -Wrestling with God and with Love – Resistance and Surrender Within Our Spiritual Journey
A grace-filled day celebrating God’s love with: Thomas Cardinal Collins, Archbishop of Toronto Ralph Martin Chris Stefanick Uplifting music Eucharistic Healing Procession Confession and Holy Mass Separate Youth Event with Debbie Herbeck & Pete Burak
Saturday, March 25th from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Early Bird Registration (before February 14) Registration begins at 8:00 AM, March 25th. The Old Mill (Old Mill Subway Station), 21 Old Mill Road,
His Eminence Cardinal Collins will celebrate the opening Mass at 9:00 AM. The Keynote Speaker will be Sister Deirdre Byrne – The Heroes of My Life Lead Me to Our Lady. Dr. Josephine Lombardi – Healing and Forgiveness. Diana Filipiak, Kasia Ryba, Sandra Wojcik – Journeying with Mother Mary. Dorothy Pilarski –Why minister to moms? – How to Start a Catholic Moms Group.
Early Bird Registration: $65 (before February 14)
Conference Brochure: https://bit.ly/DWF2023Flyer Registration: http://dynamicwomenfaith.com/ Tickets on Eventbrite: dwf2023.eventbrite.ca
Tax receipts for 2022 have been mailed out. Please check your mail for your receipt.
They also receive:
A hand-crafted cross blessed by His Eminence Thomas Cardinal Collins.
A personal letter from Cardinal Collins and a certificate acknowledging your intention.
Invitations to Legacy Society functions and other special events.
January 29th, 2023
Many parishioners have been asking for Fr. Paul’s homilies. If you wish to have a copy each week, please leave your name and email address at the parish officeand they will be emailed to you.
We are pleased to report that we have rented an apartment in Scarborough for the hosting of a Ukrainian family.
Members of the Refugee Committee, the Parish youth group and the Parish St Vincent de Paul have been busy gathering furniture, cleaning and equipping the apartment in preparation.
Sunday, February 5th after 12:30 PM Mass
Sunday January 22nd marks the beginning of Lunar New Year. This year is the Year of the Rabbit. 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 5th after the 12:30 PM Mass in the Gathering Space. All are welcome.
January 30th to February 5th, 2023
MONDAY – ALDINA VIEIRA ✞ – Requested by Maria Da Silva TUESDAY – ULDERICO FARELLI – Requested by Miss Defina & Miss Domanay WEDNESDAY – IGNACIO CASTILLO ✞ – Requested by the Family THURSDAY – HIU SOU LIN ✞ – Requested by Linda Law & Family FRIDAY – MIRO RAK ✞ – Requested by the Family SATURDAY – ALEX O’BRIEN ✞ – Requested by Bonnie O’Brien & Family SUNDAY, 10:30 – ANTHONY & AGATHA PAUL ✞ – Requested by Sophie& Candida Pereira SUNDAY, 12:30 – ULDERICO FARELLI ✞ – Requested by Miss Defina & Miss Domanay
The Parish Family of St. Gabriel’s would like to welcome the following children who received the Sacrament of Baptism in January. Alexander Ferreira Ariana Mackenzie Galang Oliver James Lim Ah Ken Jimmy Rey McGee
We are excited to resume the Children’s Choir at the 12:30 PM Sunday mass! Practices are being held on Thursday evenings from 6:30 to 8:00 PM. All youth Grades 2 and up are welcome. Please email sgpyouthgroup@gmail.com to learn more and to join the choir emailing list.
Thank you for your generous support of Rosalie Hall and the Good Shepherd Centre over Christmas. They are very appreciative.
Beginning Wednesday, January 25, 2023 at 10:00 AM
Kindergarten in the Toronto Catholic District School Board provides children with a variety of learning experiences in a caring, faith-based environment. Students develop a positive attitude about themselves and others, become more independent and responsible, develop self-regulation skills and appropriate social skills and solve problems.
TCDSB looks forward to welcoming new students for the 2023-2024 school year. Children born in 2019 are eligible to attend Junior Kindergarten in September 2023.
REGISTRATION: SOAR.tcdsb.org FOR MORE INFORMATION: www.tcdsb.org/kindergartenregistration
Saturday, February 4th from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church (Parish Hall) 78 Clifton Road (Mt. Pleasant & St. Clair)
Guest Presenter, Kathy Matusiak Costa, Director of Compassionate Community Care
In June 2016, Euthanasia was legalized in Canada; at the time, many thought it would impact only a few. From then until June 2022, there have already been 11 620 reported assisted deaths in Ontario and the trend keeps going up. Among those who choose this are those who experience immense loneliness and hopelessness. How do we as Christians assist those who feel their life lacks value or purpose? A culture that values others can emerge when we accompany people through the difficult times of their life.
OLPH Parish will be hosting a day of reflection on accompanying the lonely and vulnerable. Gain confidence to journey with those who are suffering, socially isolated, sick, or dying, to renew their hope and purpose in life. Explore how to empower others to do the same. Discover ways our Catholic faith can guide our vision and gain practical tools for how we each, in our own little way and state in life, can help others find hope.
Free Event Register by Wednesday, February 1st, 2023.
A potluck lunch will be served
For more information Alison at aendrizzi@archtoronto.org
Calling all our neighbors over fifty!
St. Margaret’s Social Club is a nom-denominational group of men and women who enjoy socializing, playing cards or bingo and winning cash!
They also serve coffee, tea and desserts when they meet bi-monthly from 12:00 noon to3:30 PM.
For more information, please call Cheryl at 416-485-7781
Tuesday, February 7th, from 5:00 PM to 6:30 PM Newman Centre, 89 St George St., Toronto
The Pontifical Faculty of Theology at St. Augustine’s Seminary in collaboration with the Newman Centre presents Polemics of Time, Forging the Liturgical Calendar in the writings of Eusebius of Caesarea.
Sr. Maria Theotokos Adams, SSVM, who holds a doctorate in Church History from the Catholic University of America will examine the ways that liturgical time shapes and forms community identity.
If you have any questions, please contact our Event Coordinator, Chère MacLean at chere.maclean@utoronto.ca
For details and registration go to www.staugustines.on.ca/events
Sunday, February 12th at 2:30 PM St. Michael’s Cathedral Basilica, 65 Bond St., Toronto
As part of Marriage Sunday 2023 celebrations, Bishop Vincent Nguyen will preside at a special Mass to honour married couples, especially those celebrating milestone wedding anniversaries (25th, 40th, 50th, 60th or 60+) in 2023. All married couples will have an opportunity to renew their vows and milestone anniversary celebrants will be honoured with a special blessing. The Mass is open to all, but due to space restrictions those wishing to attend are asked to register online. Milestone anniversary celebrants will be assured of reserved seating. All other seating is on a first-come, first-served basis.
Those who are unable to attend at the Cathedral are invited to join the celebration via livestream Mass here: https://www.stmichaelscathedral.com/live/ The broadcast will begin at 2:15 PM. Registration is now open. Please visit www.archtoronto.org/marriage to register.
To ensure the proper recording for tax receipt purposes, please do not use any envelopes from 2022 or any prior year for any 2023 donations.
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.
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