February 3rd, 2024
February 5th – February 11th, 2024
MONDAY – LYDIA McGRANN – Requested by Ron & Anne Ackber TUESDAY – JOHN SHEAHAN – Requested by Diana Lau WEDNESDAY – JOYCE WONG ✞ – Requested by Diana Lau THURSDAY – LESLIE HUNG ✞ – Requested by Erminia Choy FRIDAY – THE DESTITUTE, THE SICK & THE DYING – Requested by Lydia McGrann SATURDAY – FOR A SPECIAL INTENTION – Requested by Marilyn Burke SUNDAY – 8:30 AM – FOR THE PEOPLE OF THE PARISH SUNDAY – 10:30 AM – TONG KWONG KEE ✞ – Requested by Yau Lam Kok SUNDAY – 12:30 PM – TU BAO SHAN – Requested by Yau Lam Kok
Sunday, February 11th, 2024 from 3:00 PM to 4:30 PM
St. Michael’s Cathedral Basilica, 65 Bond Street
As part of Marriage Sunday 2024 celebrations, Archbishop Francis Leo will preside at a special Mass to honour married couples, with special recognition for those celebrating 25th, 40th, 50th, 60th and 60+ wedding anniversaries in 2024.
The Mass will take place at 3:00 PM on Sunday, February 11th at St. Michael’s Cathedral Basilica. All married couples will have an opportunity to renew their marriage commitment during the Mass.
All are welcome to attend. Couples celebrating 25th, 40th, 50th, 60th or 60+ anniversaries in 2024 may register for reserved seating. Reserved seating is limited, so please register early. 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. Registration and other important information can be found at www.archtoronto.org/marriage. Livestream link: https://www.stmichaelscathedral.com/live/
Thank you for your generous support of Rosalie Hall and the Good Shepherd Centre.
Rosalie Hall is an accredited children’s mental health facility focusing on the needs of pregnant and parenting youth ages 12-25, their children, and their families. Here the needs of young families are met, offering prenatal and parenting classes as well as staff to aid in the transition to parenthood. A school program enables clients to finish high school. The food we donate from our parish will replenish their empty food bank this month.
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.
Dear Parishioners,
I would like to express our heartfelt thanks for your generous of food to Good Shepherd Ministries.
Thank you
In these challenging times, when grocery prices are soaring and many are struggling to put food on the table, your kindness shines even brighter. Your wiliness to extend a helping hand has helped to alleviate the burden of hunger and made a positive difference in the lives of countless people. Thanks to your compassion, we were able to provide nutritious meals to those who would otherwise go without.
While there is still a long journey ahead in addressing the complex issue of homelessness and hunger, it all starts with a meal. Good Shepherd can do this only because of YOU! Thank you for your generosity, care and compassion.
Sincerely, Adrienne Urquhart Director, Fundraising & Public Relations
If you are planning to be a teacher, it is important for you to know that to be hired to teach in any Catholic school board in Ontario, there must be a letter of reference from your pastor as part of your application.
The letter explaining that you belong to and participate in the community cannot be written if your pastor does not know you. It is recommended that you have a conversation with him early in the process well before the applications are to be submitted.
Registration for the 2024-2025 school year began on January 24th, 2024 at 10:00 AM. Children born in 2020 are eligible to register.
The following original documents for your child are required upon registration:
Connect with us for questions about the admission process
Admissions and Placement Department: Email: admissions.registration@tcdsb.org or Phone: 416-222-8282 ext. 5320
February 15th, 22nd, 29th and March 7th, 14th, 21st
Online from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM
For those who may be interested in becoming a member of the Palliative and Bereavement Ministry Team in our parish, the next archdiocesan bereavement ministry training will be coming up shortly. This online training will be held from February 15th, 22nd, 29th, March 7th,14th & 21st, 2024 from 7 :00 to 8:30 PM All are Thursday evenings. The training is designed for new and seasoned parish bereavement ministers. It will explore ways to begin a bereavement ministry or enhance the present bereavement ministry programs in the parish. Registrants are required to participate in all online sessions and complete pre-homework to receive full training.
If you would like to discern about your call to this important ministry to those who are grieving, please contact Sr. Maria Lucia at StGabrielBereavement@gmail.com and she will guide you through the process before you are recommended to attend the training. There is no cost to attend the training but registration is required (space is limited).
Tuesday, February 6th, 2024 from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
St. Patrick’s Church, 137 McCaul St., Toronto
Join Ignite for this informal “bible study.” They will reflect on the words of scripture as they relate the liturgical season of the year to the experience of our lives and journey of faith. They will gather for one hour of input and reflection and continue the conversation across the street at the pub in a friendly social atmosphere.
The presenter: is Fr. Michael Brehl, C.S.s.R.
Join with FRIENDS, old and new, in the heart of the city, as we read, reflect on and discuss this story from Mark’s Gospel – The One Where Jesus Heals the Leper.
Please RSVP by the Friday before the gathering at: https://bit.ly/Bible-and-BeerFeb6
This event is hosted by Ignite! Young Adult Ministry. www.ignite-canada.ca
Friday, February 16th at 7:00 PM to Sunday, February 18th at 1:30 PM
Manresa Jesuit Spiritual Renewal Centre Pickering
Fr. Thomas Rosica CSB will facilitate this silent retreat for men and women “The Final Days: Passion and Death of the Lord in Jerusalem.” Although the Passion Narratives of all four Gospels are similar in many ways, there are significant differences among them. What does each of the four Evangelists stress the most in the Passion narrative? This silent weekend retreat begins on Friday evening and runs to Sunday with lunch. The suggested offering is $250 per person which includes 2 night’s accommodation with meals, spiritual direction and retreat program.
To register email registration@manresa.ca or visit https://manresa-canada.ca
Saturday, February 17th 2024
Queen of Apostles Renewal Centre
The Queen of Apostles Renewal Centre invites cancer patients and caregivers to a day Retreat to experience God’s healing love. Registration begins at 8:30 AM. The cost is $45.
Queen of Apostles Renewal Centre is located at 1617 Blythe Road, Mississauga.
For more information, please contact Jean at 905 278 5229 or go to office@qoa.ca
Thursday, February 08, 2024 12:00 PM – Thursday, February 08, 2024 01:00 PM
A VIRTUAL EVENT RECOMMENDED BY THE OFFICE FOR PROMOTING CHRISTIAN UNITY AND RELIGIOUS RELATIONS WITH JUDAISM
This webinar will address the unfortunate and increasing reality of hatred and prejudice in the form of antisemitism and anti-Muslim bias in society. Although geared to chaplains and those in ministry in various pastoral settings, it is open to all who seek to understand and deal with this timely issue as faithful disciples of Jesus in the world.
REGISTER: https://bit.ly/3HyWV5q
Offertory envelopes for 2024 are still available in the Gathering Space. If there is no box with your name on it and you wish to use envelopes, please advise the parish office either in person, by email or by phone.
Just a Reminder…
To ensure the proper recording for tax receipt purposes, please do not use any envelopes from 2023 or any prior year for any 2024 donations.
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January 27th, 2024
January 29th – February 4th, 2024
MONDAY – MARIA & LAURO TAPUCAR – Requested by Maria & Lauro Tapucar TUESDAY – JOHN PIRES ✞ – Requested by his Family WEDNESDAY – ANDREW HUI ✞ – Requested by Howa Hui THURSDAY – VAL McCLENDON – Requested by Ann & Ron Ackber FRIDAY – HUI SOU LIN ✞ – Requested by Linda Law & Family SATURDAY – HOLY SOULS ✞ – Requested by Mark DesRoches SUNDAY – 8:30 AM – FOR THE PEOPLE OF THE PARISH SUNDAY – 10:30 AM – HAU CHAU ✞ – Requested by Yau Lam Kok SUNDAY – 12:30 PM – KENG SHING CHOY – Requested by Yau Lam Kok
The Parish Family of St. Gabriel’s would like to welcome the following children who received the Sacrament of Baptism in January.
Yuki Sagawa Rialto Scarlett Leia Sorioso
Those who are unable to attend at the Cathedral are invited to join the celebration via livestream Mass. Registration and other important information can be found at www.archtoronto.org/marriage.
Livestream link: https://www.stmichaelscathedral.com/live/
God of all creation, bring justice and peace to our world. Teach us to be peacemakers. Guide us in our pursuit of justice and the common good. Inspire us to welcome all, Forgive all, and love all. Direct us as we walk in the shadow of Jesus: the Way, the Truth, and the Life. Inspire us to perceive the world through your eyes, that we might find hope and joy each day, supportive of each other, for the sake of your Kingdom. – Author Unknown
Rosalie Hall is an accredited children’s mental health facility focusing on the needs of pregnant and parenting youth ages 12-25, their children, and their families. Here the needs of young families are met, offering prenatal and parenting classes as well as staff to aid in the transition to parenthood. A school program enables clients to finish high school. The food we donate from our parish often replenishes their empty food bank.
Good Shepherd provides hot meals, clean clothes and shelter for the homeless in our city They help find housing and provide follow up support. They support the homeless who are working to overcome addictions and provide a chance to start again through the Resettlement or DARE Programs.
Monday, January 29th from 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM
Manresa Jesuit Spiritual Renewal Centre, Pickering
“Peace I leave with you, my peace I give you.” At Mass, just before communion, we have a Rite of Peace. This is no accident. Today we have a time for reflection on the importance of this rite. We offer a sign of peace to one another, we pray for peace in our world and in our lives, but we also open ourselves in a new way to receive this gift from Christ.
The day will be facilitated by Fr. Jim Kelly, SJ.
Suggested offering of $65 includes coffee/tea break on arrival, talks, lunch and Mass.
Register online at https://manresa-canada.ca or by email at registration@manresa.ca
Tuesday, January 30th, 2024 from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM
81 St. Mary Street, Toronto (Charbonnel Lounge)
You are invited to this free talk on January 30th at 6:30 PM. Secure your spot for this event by registering in advance. Join them for a talk followed by fellowship and light refreshments.
For more information and to register go to https://staugustines.on.ca/events-listing/patristic-talk-jan2024
Charbonnel Lounge is located in the University of St. Michael’s College, Elmsley Hall, 81 St. Mary St., Toronto M5S 1J4.
Virtual attendance is also available.
Thursday, February 8th from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Daughters of St. Paul, 3022 Dufferin St, Toronto
You are warmly invited to the 40 Days Opening Events
Save the dates
Thursday, February 8th at 6:00 PM – Opening Event at the Daughters of St. Paul
Wednesday, February 14th at 12:00 PM – Opening Mass and Group Vigil at St. Charles Borromeo Church
To register or for more information go to https://www.40daysforlife.com/en/toronto
Friday, February 16th at 7:00 PM to Sunday, February 18th at 1:30 PM Manresa Jesuit Spiritual Renewal Centre Pickering
Boxes are usually not assigned to parishioners who are donating via Pre-Authorized Giving or Donate Now through the Archdiocese.
On the first few 2024 envelopes, please write your name and complete address so that the office can ensure they have your correct information when sending out 2023 tax receipts. If you have changed your address, please inform the parish office as soon as possible.
Just a Reminder…. To ensure the proper recording for tax receipt purposes, please do not use any envelopes from 2023 or any prior year for any 2024 donations.
January 20th, 2024
January 22nd – January 28th, 2024
MONDAY – SUSAN AHN ✞ – Requested by Cecilia Sung TUESDAY – SUSAN AHN ✞ – Requested by Cecilia Sung WEDNESDAY – SUSAN AHN ✞ – Requested by Cecilia Sung THURSDAY – SUSAN AHN ✞ – Requested by Cecilia Sung FRIDAY – MARIA EVANGELISTA – Requested by Juana Rydberg SATURDAY – DECEASED MOTHERS OF JACK & WANDA ✞ – Requested by Jack & Wanda Wrobel SUNDAY – 8:30 AM – FOR THE PEOPLE OF THE PARISH SUNDAY – 10:30 AM – THÉRÉSE OF LISIEUX KOK YAU MEI ✞ – Requested by the Yau Lam Kok SUNDAY – 12:30 PM – KOK CHENG FAI ✞ – Requested by Yau Lam Kok
Sunday, January 21st, from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM
St. Mark Coptic Orthodox Cathedral, 455 Ferrier Street
EVENT SPONSORED BY THE OFFICE FOR PROMOTING CHRISTIAN UNITY AND RELIGIOUS RELATIONS WITH JUDAISM
Join Archbishop Francis Leo and a wide representation of Christian leaders to pray for the restoration of full visible unity willed by Jesus Christ for the Church. In this annual celebration we are reminded that the unity of the Church is both a gift of the Holy Spirit and a task for all Christians.
This event is jointly organized by the Office for Promoting Christian Unity and the Greater Toronto Area Council of Christian Churches (GTACCC). All are welcome to attend.
As part of Marriage Sunday 2024 celebrations, Archbishop Francis Leo will preside at a special Mass to honour married couples, with special recognition for those celebrating 25th, 40th, 50th, 60th and 60+ wedding anniversaries in 2024. The Mass will take place at 3:00 PM on Sunday, February 11th at St. Michael’s Cathedral Basilica. All married couples will have an opportunity to renew their marriage commitment during the Mass.
All are welcome to attend. Couples celebrating 25th, 40th, 50th, 60th or 60+ anniversaries in 2024 may register for reserved seating. Reserved seating is limited, so please register early. 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. Registration and other important information can be found at www.archtoronto.org/marriage.
Lord, with the gift of courage, we can do all manner of things in service of you and our fellow men and women. Help us listen to the voice of your Son, Jesus, and so discover the truth about you.
With your grace, gift your Church with young men and women who are ready and eager to be living witnesses of your saving love and true servants of their sisters and brothers. Help them to discover in priesthood and consecrated life your call to love and service, and the fullness of life you promise. We ask this in your name, Jesus. Amen
The Hospitality Ministry is inviting you to join the ministry. You will be one of the first smiles seen or voices heard when someone visits the Church for Masses on the weekends.
If you are interested to join the ministry, please email hospitality@stgabrielsparish.ca. or leave your name and contact at the parish office. We need help especially at the 4.30 PM, 8.30 AM and 12.30 PM Masses.
You are invited to join other parishioners to pray the rosary each month.
The English Rosary Group meets every first Saturday of the month at 3:00 PM.
The Chinese Rosary Group meets each first Sunday of the month at 3:30 PM. Both groups meet in the Gabriel Room.
For more information, please contact Linda Law at 416 918 8029.
Next Weekend, January 27th/28th
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
Registration for the 2024-2025 school year will start on January 24, 2024 at 10:00 AM.
Birth certificate Proof of Catholicity (one of the following documents): Your child’s Catholic baptismal certificate. The parent’s Catholic baptismal certificate (note: the Catholic parent must provide proof of residency in the City of Toronto). A letter of enrolment to the R.C.I.A./R.C.I.C. program. Passport / immigration documents (if child was not born in Canada). Two proof of address documents.
Sunday, January 21st, 2024 from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM A VIRTUAL EVENT RECOMMENDED BY THE OFFICE FOR PROMOTING CHRISTIAN UNITY AND RELIGIOUS RELATIONS WITH JUDAISM
Jacob Kovalio, Professor of Japanese and Asian History/Studies at Carleton University in Ottawa, has researched widely nationalism, antisemitism and jihadism. He will explore the reasons behind Holocaust denial, including many related conspiracy theories. Join not only to understand this expression of racism in the past but also how to address it today for the flourishing of everyone in society.
Register: https://isca.indiana.edu/conferences/webinars/Fall23/Jacob-Kovalio.html
Day of Reflection for Men and Women
Monday, January 29th from 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM Manresa Jesuit Spiritual Renewal Centre, Pickering
January 13th, 2024
January 15th – January 21st, 2024
MONDAY – GINA LI ✞ – Requested by Linda Law TUESDAY – MICHAEL GROGHAN ✞ – Requested by Luvi Groghan & Family WEDNESDAY – TINA INTINI ✞ – Requested by Chiara Intini THURSDAY – SUNNY JOSEPH ✞ – Requested by the Family FRIDAY – DELFINO CANDIDO ✞ – Requested by Janet Candido SATURDAY – PHIL TAYLOR ✞ – Requested by his Family SUNDAY – 8:30 AM ̶ FOR THE PEOPLE OF THE PARISH SUNDAY – 10:30 AM – MONICA CHIU LAI SAU ✞ – Requested by the Yau Lam Kok SUNDAY – 12:30 PM – PAUL KOK YAU BO ✞ – Requested by Yau Lam Kok
You are to join other parishioners to pray the rosary each month.
Begins Wednesday, January 24th at 10:00 AM
The Toronto Catholic District School Board welcomes families with junior kindergarten-aged children (born in 2020) to register for the September 2024/25 school year.
The Elementary Student Online Registration 2024/25 is now available. Please complete an application at http://soar.tcdsb.org.
Birth certificate. Passport / immigration documents (if child was not born in Canada). Two proof of address documents
Proof of Catholicity (one of the following documents): Your child’s Catholic baptismal certificate. The parent’s Catholic baptismal certificate (note: the Catholic parent must provide proof of residency in the City of Toronto). A letter of enrolment to the R.C.I.A./R.C.I.C. program.
For more registration information, please email admissions.registration@tcdsb.org or call (416) 222-8282, ext. 5320
Sunday, January 21st, 2024 from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM
Jacob Kovalio, Professor of Japanese and Asian History/Studies at Carleton University in Ottawa, has researched widely nationalism, antisemitism and jihadism. He will explore the core reasons behind Holocaust denial, including many related conspiracy theories. Join not only to understand this expression of racism in the past but also how to address it today for the flourishing of everyone in society.
Young Adult Board Game & Pizza Social Friday, January 19th from 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM St. Patrick’s Parish Hall, 139 McCaul Street
You are invited to Come and Meet other Young Adults (ages 19–39) at St. Patrick’s Parish for a social evening of Board Games in the Parish Hall, 139 McCaul St., Toronto. BYOG: Bring your own games or join in a game…
Day of Reflection for Men and Women Monday, January 29th from 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM Manresa Jesuit Spiritual Renewal Centre, Pickering
January 6th, 2024
The Epiphany of Christ is a shining light set at the turning of the year to illuminate all that has gone before and to guide us through the year ahead.
January 8th – January 14th 2024
MONDAY – CHRISTOPHER CARLUCCI ✞ – Requested by the Family TUESDAY – ABANDONED SOULS IN PURGATORY ✞ – Requested by the Nguyen Family WEDNESDAY – THE DESTITUTE, SICK AND DYING – Requested by Lydia McGrann THURSDAY – DELPHINE OAKIE ✞ – Requested by the Family FRIDAY – TRAN DIEC HUNG ✞ – Requested by the Nguyen Family SATURDAY – REMEDIOS DELGADO SURCO & NESTOR MARFA ✞ – Requested by the Surco & Marfa Families SUNDAY – 8:30 AM – FOR THE PEOPLE OF THE PARISH SUNDAY – 10:30 AM – FATIMA KOK YAU FUNG ✞ – Requested by the Yau Lam Kok SUNDAY – 12:30 PM – PETER KOK SHING WING ✞ – Requested by Yau Lam Kok
With this Feast of the Epiphany of the Lord, we close our celebration of Christmas and we look forward to a peaceful New Year.
Sincere thanks to everyone who supported our various outreach programs and all other events held and organized by our Parish.
A special mention also goes to all our Parish Ministries and their volunteers. Your selfless contribution of your time and talents are certainly the greatest blessing that our Parish continues to have!
You are truly wonderful people!
Thank you for your support of Rosalie Hall and the Good Shepherd Centre over Christmas. Once again, the people of St. Gabriel’s have been extremely generous.
Your food donations continue to be important as numbers of people in need increase. Please check the expiry dates before donating since we cannot pass on food that has expired.
A big thank you to the volunteers who prepared 47 casseroles for December, our highest number in 2023! For January, your frozen prepared casseroles will be collected at all the Masses on the weekend of January 27th/28th 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.
Sunday, January 21, 2024 from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM A VIRTUAL EVENT RECOMMENDED BY THE OFFICE FOR PROMOTING CHRISTIAN UNITY AND RELIGIOUS RELATIONS WITH JUDAISM
There are several boxes of 2024 offertory envelopes on the tables in the Gathering Space. If you have not picked yours up, please do so as soon as possible. Thank you.
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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