September 18th, 2022
We are welcoming young people of the parish to join the St. Gabriel’s Youth Group. Meetings, activities, and events will be available to various age groups – elementary school students, grades 6-8, high school students, post-secondary students, and young adults.
If you would be interested in joining our email list, please email sgpyouthgroup@gmail.com or contact our youth minister through the parish office.
September 19th to September 25th
MONDAY – JOHN & CATHERINE HIGGINS ✞ – Requested by Agnes Gaughan TUESDAY – ABANDONED SOULS ✞ – Requested by the Nguyen Family WEDNESDAY – FIORENTINO GIANNOTTA ✞ – Requested by Lina Giannotta THURSDAY – HENRY NG ✞ – Requested by his Family FRIDAY – EDNA, GERRY & MIKE HATCH ✞ – Requested by their Family SATURDAY – AURITA FERNANDES ✞ – Requested by Tony Fernandes SUNDAY – 10:30 AM – JOHN MENDES ✞ – Requested by his Family SUNDAY – 12:30 PM – BEVERLEY FARRELL ✞ – Requested by the Eucharistic Ministers
Meetings in preparation for the R.C.I.A. (Rites of Christian Initiation of Adults) will begin this month. These meetings are for persons interested in learning more about the Catholic Faith. The exploration may lead the candidate to seek baptism, and become a member of the Catholic Christian community; or for Christians already baptized into another Christian denomination, the reception into the Catholic Church.
Adult Catholics who have not received the sacrament of Confirmation but who wish to do so are also encouraged to attend these sessions.
If you are interested in joining the RCIA meetings or if you would like to have more information about it, please contact Sr. Maria Lucia at 416-221-8866.
This Sunday is Stewardship Sunday. The goal of stewardship is to increase the engagement of everyone in the life of their parish, inviting us all to become more involved in the myriad of different ways to serve others. Cardinal Collins has prepared his annual homily for Stewardship Sunday and has asked that it be shared with the parishioners in the Archdiocese.
The homily comes in either video or written format and is now available on our website at: www.archtoronto.org/stewardship under the Stewardship Sunday tab.
September 27th , 28th and 29th from 7:30 PM to 9:00 PM
There will be registration for the Sacraments of First Communion, Reconciliation and Confirmation on September 27th, 28th, , and 29th from 7:30 PM to 9:00 PM in the gathering space of the church.
Please Note: A copy of the child’s Baptismal Certificate is required if registering for First Communion or Confirmation. Registration forms will not be accepted without it. A Baptism certificate is not required for Reconciliation. A fee of $30 is required at registration for Confirmation to defray related costs.
The deadline for registration for all sacraments is October 7th. No registrations will be accepted after that date.
At the 10:30 AM Mass from mid -September to June each year, children ages 4 to 10 have the opportunity to gather as a group for the Liturgy of the Word led by adults who have volunteered. We are in need of more volunteers to assist this program. For more information or to volunteer, please call Dawn Burke at 416 671-0561 or leave a message at the Parish Office.
Next Weekend, September 24th/25th
Thank you to the volunteers who prepared 32 casseroles for August. For September, your frozen casseroles will be collected after all the Masses next weekend, September 24th/25th, for delivery to the Good Shepherd Centre.
Let’s see if we can increase that number!
The casseroles are easy to make and we have the recipes and casserole pans right here in the Parish Office. The recipes are also available on the Parish website. 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 over the summer. They are very appreciative.
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.
Special Collection Weekend of September 24th/25th
There will be a second collection next weekend, September 24th/25th for the Needs of the Church in Canada. Your gifts are used by the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops to represent Canadian Catholics in national and international pastoral activity. Thank you for your support of this important work.
Fall 2022 Opportunities
SMALL GROUP BOOK STUDY: 6-12 persons Tuesdays – October 18th, 25th, November 1st, 22nd, 29th From 1:30 to 3:00 P.M.
Book Title: Conscious Living, Conscious Aging by Ron Pevny
This book will explore how to make post retirement years more fulfilling by living more consciously. The author offers skilled guidance through the questions, challenges, endings and beginnings that occur during this life phase. Books will be available at the first session: Cost $20:00.
Facilitator: Sr. Mary Rose Marrin CSJ Registration: contact Sr. Maria Lucia Serrano, RSM at StGabrielMMA@gmail.com
Small Group: 6-12 persons
Dates: October 13th, 20th, 27th, November 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th, December 1st from 1:30 to 3:30 PM
Participants will be guided in reflecting on each decade of life. From their reflections, they will write about particular stories that have significance for them. One need not be a skilled writer to be part of this program. Basic writing skills are quite sufficient. Group sessions and sharing of stories provide direction and support for the project.
The cost: $20:00 for workbook to be paid at first session Facilitator: Sr. Mary Rose Marrin CSJ
Registration: contact Sr. Maria Lucia Serrano, RSM at StGabrielMMA@gmail.com
Wednesday, Sept. 21st from 6:00 to 7:30 PM
Room 4A, Catholic Pastoral Centre 1155 Yonge St., Toronto
The calamities around the world are due to environmental disasters and all faith communities are concerned and actively advocating to save our common home. Keeping in mind the importance of creation, the Christians around the world are actively preparing to celebrate the Season of Creation, from September 1st, the World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation, to October 4th, the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi, the patron Saint of Ecology.
The proposed theme for this year is “Listening to the Voice of Creation” which is symbolised by the “Burning Bush”. It is chosen by an ecumenical steering committee and inspiration is taken from Psalm 19:1-4. The Office for Interreligious Dialogue at the Archdiocese of Toronto invites members of different faith communities to celebrate the Season of Creation with us in-person through prayer and action.
To register go to https://bit.ly/3PyoXiV
For further details contact: Interreligious Department, Interreligious@archtoronto.org
September 25th
The theme announced by His Holiness Pope Francis for the 108th World Day of Migrants and Refugees is “Building the Future with Migrants and Refugees.” In his message, Pope Francis reminds us that inclusion of those most vulnerable is the necessary condition for full citizenship in God’s Kingdom.
Indeed, the Lord says, “Come, you who are blessed by my Father. Inherit the Kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world. For I was hungry and you gave me food, I was thirsty and you gave me a drink, a stranger and you welcomed me, naked and you clothed me, sick and you took care of me, in prison and you visited me” (Mt 25:34-36).
Please come to the following two events, meet members of the Garden Ministry and help to get the garden ready for the winter – “Many hands make light work!” Energy in the form of light refreshments will be provided.
On Saturday, September 24th, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 Noon, we will be cutting back spent flowers and collecting seeds for planting next year.
On Saturday, October 22nd, from 10:00 AM to12:00 Noon, we will be putting the garden to bed: covering the boxes, returning trellises, protective cages and Muskoka chairs to the garage, sharpening tools, mulching beds, etc.
For more information, please email sgpgardenministry@gmail.com
One of the most financially sound ways to support the Archdiocese of Toronto is with the gift of securities (stocks, bonds, mutual funds). When you donate securities to a registered charity, you pay no capital gains tax and receive a tax receipt for the full amount of the gift. It means a great tax break for you and an increased support of various archdiocesan charities. For further information, contact the Development Office at 416-934-3400 Ext. 519/561 or send an email to development@archtoronto.org
| Posted in Bulletin |
September 11th, 2022
September 12th to September 18th
MONDAY – JOHN GERAGHTY – Requested by Agnes Gaughan TUESDAY – ARMAND OAKIE ✞ – Requested by the Family WEDNESDAY – TED KILLINGSWORTH ✞ – Requested by Carol & Hugh MacKenzie THURSDAY – FRIDAY – SATURDAY – HEUNG WAH LAM ✞ – Requested by The Fung, Lam & Montiero Families SUNDAY – 10:30 AM – LUKE VUKOVIC ✞ – Requested by the Family SUNDAY – 12:30 PM – ANDREW HUI ✞ – Requested by Howa Hui
The annual event of Season of Creation began on September 1st, the World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation, and ends on October 4th, the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi, patron saint of ecology.
Each year an ecumenical steering committee selects a theme, and this year inspiration is taken from Psalm 19:1-4 that proclaims, “Listen to the Voice of Creation.” A short video to introduce this season may be watched via this link, https://youtu.be/WyjUTvGmliI. The Celebration Guide for 2022 provides detailed information on how to observe this season in parishes, schools and at home. Please see https://seasonofcreation.org/.
May this Season of Creation renew our Christian unity through our common efforts to respond to the voices on the margins of society and to care for the earth as good stewards in our discipleship
Here at St. Gabriel’s, you are encouraged to visit our creation garden at any time. As you walk through the garden you can read about creation at various spots along the way!
The garden is open all month and is actually open every day of the year. You could stop in the church to say a prayer or stop by to say hello!
At the 10:30 AM Mass from mid – September to May each year, children ages 4 to 10 have the opportunity to gather as a group for the Liturgy of the Word led by adults who have volunteered. We are in need of more volunteers to assist this program. For more information or to volunteer, please call Dawn Burke at 416 671-0561 or leave a message at the Parish Office.
Registration forms for the Children’s Faith Program are now available in the parish office. This program is for children of the Parish who attend other Catholic schools, public or private schools. Classes are held at St. Gabriel’s School every second Sunday. Classes begin on September 18th.
Please note that a separate Sacramental registration form is required if your child will receive the sacraments of First Communion, Reconciliation or Confirmation during the 2022/2023 school year. These forms are also available in the Parish Office. Baptismal Certificates are required for First Communion and Confirmation.
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. In addition to our casseroles and food donations, our Garden Ministry has been growing fresh food for the Good Shepherd Centre.
For those who have not yet contributed to ShareLife, you may still do so. Envelopes are at the back of the church. Please be as generous as your means allow.
Thursdays, September 15th, October 13th, November 10th, December 8th from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM St. Peter’s Parish, 840 Bathurst Street, Toronto
The Jesuit Forum for Social Faith and Justice has recently published, “Listening to Indigenous Voices: A Dialogue Guide on Justice and Right Relationships” in partnership with Indigenous elders and knowledge keepers. St. Peter’s Parish has invited Elder Bob Philips and Fr. Trevor Scott SJ, of the Jesuit Forum to introduce this dialogue process.
Please register in advance with St. Peter’s parish office at 416-534-4219 as registration is limited to 40 people. Please note our parish hall is not wheelchair accessible. For more information on the guide itself visit: LTIV.ca
The cost is $45 (includes guide); $25 (if you already have the guide) The registration fee will be waived for those who cannot afford to pay it.
Wednesday, Sept. 21 from 6:00 to 7:30 PM Room 4A, Catholic Pastoral Centre 1155 Yonge St., Toronto
The calamities around the world are due to environmental disasters and all faith communities are concerned and actively advocating to save our common home. Keeping in mind the importance of creation, the Christians around the world are actively preparing to celebrate the Season of Creation, from September 1, the World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation, to October 4, the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi, the patron Saint of Ecology. The proposed theme for this year is “Listening to the Voice of Creation” which is symbolised by the “Burning Bush”. It is chosen by an ecumenical steering committee and inspiration is taken from Psalm 19:1-4. The Office for Interreligious Dialogue at the Archdiocese of Toronto invites members of different faith communities to celebrate the Season of Creation with us in-person through prayer and action.
SMALL GROUP BOOK STUDY:
Conscious Living, Conscious Aging by Ron Pevny The facilitator will be Sr. Mary Rose Marrin CSJ
LIFE STORY WRITING PROGRAMME: REFLECTION ON EXPERIENCE
Sr. Mary Rose Marrin will facilitate.
Watch the bulletin for more detail.
The theme announced by His Holiness Pope Francis for the 108th World Day of Migrants and Refugees is “Building the Future with Migrants and Refugees.” In his message, Pope Francis reminds us that inclusion of those most vulnerable is the necessary condition for full citizenship in God’s Kingdom. Indeed, the Lord says, “Come, you who are blessed by my Father. Inherit the Kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world. For I was hungry and you gave me food, I was thirsty and you gave me a drink, a stranger and you welcomed me, naked and you clothed me, sick and you took care of me, in prison and you visited me” (Mt 25:34-36).
Wednesday, September 28th from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM Queen of Apostles Renewal Centre, Mississauga
A relic of St. Peregrine will be in our Chapel during the retreat. Come, let Jesus hold you lovingly in His gentle arms and fill you with strength.
The cost is $45, hot lunch included. Please contact Jean at office@qoa.ca or by phone at 905-.278-5229.
Labour Day may herald a return to the activities of parish life, but for us in the Garden Ministry, it is the time when life in the garden slows down and our work draws to a close.
Harvests of carrots, radish, cucumber, tomatoes, beans and herbs will continue to the end of the month when we start putting the garden to bed.
In the meantime, let the two new chairs in the south garden entice you to a few moments of tranquility in that beautiful oasis. Designed by Rachel Mcquillan, they were painted by Youth Group members Therese Celis and Czarina Reyes along with Rachel and her daughter Quinn.
For more information contact sgpgardenministry@gmail.com.
September 3rd, 2022
Welcome back to all our parishioners who have been away. We hope you had an enjoyable summer.
For those young people who are off to university, we wish you every success as you begin a new stage in your life. For those students and teachers returning to elementary or secondary school, we wish you a very positive year.
On April 29th, Fr. Bill Murphy returned to Jamaica, New York to resume his duties.
Fr. Paul Ruttle CP has taken over as interim Pastor. We know you will give him a warm welcome.
We are welcoming young people of the parish to join the St. Gabriel’s Youth Group. Meetings, activities, and events will be available to various age groups – elementary school students, grades 6-8, high school students, post-secondary students, and young adults. If you would be interested in joining our email list, please email sgpyouthgroup@gmail.com or contact our youth minister through the parish office.
September 5th to September 11th
MONDAY – LABOUR DAY – No 9:00 AM Mass TUESDAY – CHIP & DAWN BURKE – Requested by their Family WEDNESDAY – THURSDAY – JOHN O’BRIEN ✞ – Requested by Vernon & Marie Swant FRIDAY – JOHN & AMELIA MENDES ✞ – Requested by their Family SATURDAY – RAFFY FINEZA & LILIAN FORBES ✞ – Requested by Lulu Luz SUNDAY – 10:30 AM – CHARLIE & TERESITA MONDEJAR ✞ – Requested by the Mondejar Family SUNDAY 12:30 PM – FR. PAUL CUSACK CP ✞ – Requested by the Creta Family
The Parish Family of St. Gabriel’s would like to welcome these little ones: who were baptised over the summer.
Mia DeNicolais Andrew Warren Gibson Jack Angel Nicolau Darius Bodzeta Ramos Samantha Grace Subramanian Aurora Sun
Congratulations to these children and their families!
Each year an ecumenical steering committee selects a theme, and this year inspiration is taken from Psalm 19:1-4 that proclaims, “Listen to the Voice of Creation.” A short video to introduce this season may be watched via this link, https://youtu.be/WyjUTvGmliI. The Celebration Guide for 2022 provides detailed information on how observe this season in parishes, schools and at home. Please see https://seasonofcreation.org/.
At the 10:30 AM Mass from October to May each year, children ages 4 to 10 have the opportunity to gather as a group for the Liturgy of the Word led by parents who have volunteered. We are in need of more volunteers to assist this program. For more information or to volunteer, please call Dawn Burke at 416 671-0561 or leave a message at the Parish Office.
Registration forms for the Children’s Faith Program are now available in the parish office. This program is for children of the Parish who attend other Catholic schools, public or private schools. Classes are held at St. Gabriel’s School every second Sunday. The calendar is not yet finalized. Please note that a separate Sacramental registration form is required if your child will receive the sacraments of First Communion, Reconciliation or Confirmation during the 2022/2023 school year. These forms are also available in the Parish Office. Baptismal Certificates are required for First Communion and Confirmation.
Weekend of September 10th/11th
The Society of Saint Vincent de Paul will be collecting gently used clothing, shoes and linens to support our neighbours in need next weekend, September 10th/11th. Please bring your donation and help others in your community. Thank you! “The truck/bin will be open Saturday from 10:00 AM until 6:00 PM and Sunday from 8:00 AM until 2:00 PM. Volunteers will assist with the loading before and after each Saturday and Sunday Mass”.
There will be a second collection next weekend, September 10th/11th for the Maintenance of the Parish. Envelopes are in the pews. Please be as generous as your means allow.
Thank you to the volunteers who prepared 88 casseroles this summer. For September, your prepared frozen casseroles will be collected at the Masses on the weekend of September 24th/25th for delivery to the Good Shepherd Centre.
You may pick up a copy of a casserole recipes 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.
More volunteers are urgently needed to help feed the hungry in our city. For more information, please contact Irene Albrecht at 416 221-2791.
The Jesuit Forum for Social Faith and Justice has recently published, ‘Listening to Indigenous Voices: A Dialogue Guide on Justice and Right Relationships in partnership with Indigenous elders and knowledge keepers. St. Peter’s Parish has invited Elder Bob Philips and Fr. Trevor Scott SJ, of the Jesuit Forum to introduce this dialogue process.
Wednesday, September 28th from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Queen of Apostles Renewal Centre, Mississauga
July 8th, 2022
As you are aware, our parish has committed to sponsor a Ukrainian refugee family to Canada as permanent residents. Our sponsorship makes us responsible to support and assist this family during their first year in Canada. Our Parish committee of 20 members will assist them with everything from securing and equipping housing, language training, education where needed, banking, shopping, recreation, medical appointments and all the other things it takes to settle into our country.
This will be the fourth refugee family our parish has assisted in the last 10 years. The prior three families are all doing well and all have become Canadian citizens.
We have yet to be matched with a Ukrainian family but we are aware of a local church that has received their refugee family.
We will, of course, need your financial assistance to make this sponsorship a success. The government of Canada requires us to raise a minimum of $35,000 to support a family of 4. To achieve this we are now accepting donations through the parish office.
With your support we can live the gospel to which we are called.
From Mathew 25: For I was hungry and you gave me something to eat, I was thirsty and you gave me something to drink, I was a stranger and you invited me in.
Thank you.
| Posted in Notice, Refugee Committee |
July 2nd, 2022
Saturday, July 23, 2022 From 1pm to 4pm St. Gabriel’s Parish
Participants will engage hands on with the soil.
Sponsored by St. Gabriel’s Parish in collaboration with the Garden Ministry, the Ministry with Maturing Adults and the congregation of the Passionists.
To register, please visit stgabrielsparish.eventbrite.ca or call 416-221-8866
Download the poster for more information
| Posted in Events |
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.
Learn about Passionists and our insignia »
Companion for the Walk of the Stations of the Cosmic Earth
St. Gabriel’s Garden – Guided Sensory Reflective Walk