October 2nd, 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.
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.
October 3rd to October 9th
MONDAY – PATRICK MAK ✞ – Requested by Julie Chiu & Family TUESDAY – INTENTIONS OF OPEYEMI NDUKWE – Requested by Opeyemi Ndukwe WEDNESDAY – KWOK KAR HIM ✞ – Requested by J.L. Kok THURSDAY – MICHAEL MAK, DIXON MAK & FAMILY – Requested by Julie Chiu & Family FRIDAY – CORRADO & ANGELA CAIA ✞ – Requested by the Grech Family SATURDAY – KOON TING LAU ✞ – Requested by Paul Lau SUNDAY – 10:30 AM – MICHAEL McCOSKEY ✞ – Requested by Fergus O’Connell SUNDAY – 12:30 PM – EUGENE JUWAH ✞ – Requested by Priscilla Juwah
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.
October 1st/2nd, 2022
Catholics throughout the Archdiocese of Toronto are invited to participate in the collection being held this weekend, October 1/2 to support the Indigenous Healing & Reconciliation Fund. The collection is a national grassroots effort to assist healing and reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples of This Land. The fund was the result of a $30 million financial commitment made by the Canadian Bishops in September 2021.
Funds will support culture and language revitalization, education and community building, healing and reconciliation for communities and families and dialogue involving Indigenous elders, spiritual leaders and youth with a focus on Indigenous spirituality and culture.
This is an opportunity to follow the invitation of the Holy Father made earlier this year for each one of us to become engaged in the healing and reconciliation journey. For more information or to donate online, visit: www.archtoronto.org/healingandreconciliation. Thank you for your generosity.
For the Good Shepherd Centre and Rosalie Hall
You can make a difference in the lives of the hungry and homeless this Thanksgiving by participating in the annual Thanksgiving Food Drive.
Urgently needed items include: tomato sauce canned tomatoes pasta sauces, soups, stews pasta mayonnaise jams sugar granola/protein bars mustard chick peas, beans canned corn breakfast cereals peanut butter
Please check the expiry date as we cannot pass on expired foods. Please no fresh or frozen foods.
We thank you for your generous support!
Thank you so much to the volunteers who prepared casseroles for September. For October, your frozen prepared casseroles will be collected at all the Masses on the weekend of October 29th/30th 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.
October 4th to January 16th, 2023
Theme: “Do good; seek justice” (Isaiah 1:17).
High School Students (ages 13-19 years) in the Catholic School Boards located in the Archdiocese of Toronto are invited to participate in this annual event that commemorates the global Week of Prayer for Christian Unity. Write a five-hundred-word essay that explores the 2023 theme. Great prizes await the top three submissions. Students are encouraged to consult the resources at https://bit.ly/3AgBy5J to understand the meaning and purpose of the theme and address the focus question found on the poster at https://bit.ly/3KXgu8m.
Contact ecumenism@archtoronto.org or call 416-934-3400 (Ext. 527) for more information or questions
October 24th, 2022
A municipal election will be held on Monday, October 24th, 2022. All Catholics are strongly encouraged to exercise their democratic right to vote. To help learn more about the candidates for Catholic School Board Trustee, Cardinal Collins has given permission for these candidates to distribute literature to parishioners departing Mass on weekends from October 1/2 through October 22/23. We hope you’ll take the time to get to know those seeking elected office for this important role.
To ensure your vote for Catholic School Board Trustee, at the polling booth, verify that you are registered as a separate school supporter. If your support status is incorrect ask for an Application to Amend Voters’ List. This form may be completed and submitted at the polling station. Thank you for your interest and involvement in this fall’s municipal election!
Queen of Apostles Renewal Centre, Mississauga
October 19th, 2022
Spend the day with Mother Mary, the mother of Jesus, and our mother too on Wednesday, October 19th, from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM at Queen of Apostles Renewal Centre, Mississauga.
The cost is $45.00 lunch included
Contact: Jean at 905-278-5229 or office@qoa.ca
Even at this time when plants (and gratefully, the weeds) are dying back in preparation for the long slumber to come, there is much for gardeners to do. On Saturday, the Garden Ministry crew were in the garden, cutting back comfrey and Baptisia and saving seeds for redistribution in the garden next season. As well, A final harvest of tomatoes, carrots, radishes, beans and cucumber were delivered to the Good Shepherd. The community garden is now finished for the season.
At the end of this growing season, Heather Bennett, the founding Coordinator of the Garden Ministry, will retire. Ministry members will meet on Oct. 2 to plan for a future ministry that is sustainable and that meets the needs of the garden and the parish. You have been a great support in the past and we hope you will support us with your prayers in our deliberations. There is still time to try out the new chairs in the south garden before the frost!
For more information, please email sgpgardenministry@gmail.com.
Fall 2022 Opportunities
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
Dates: October 13th, 20th, 27th November 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th December 1st f 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
A bequest in your will to our Church is an acknowledgment of your returning to God a portion of the gifts He has bestowed on you during your lifetime. Charitable bequests can have a favourable impact on your overall estate plan.
Bequests are not just for the wealthy! Consider including your parish or any of the archdiocesan charities or departments in your will. Let your will reflect your Catholic values. We have a free estate planning guide to help you make your plan. The Archdiocese of Toronto also maintains a list of advisors across the GTA who are available to assist in your estate planning and the preparation of a will.
Please contact us at Development@archtoronto.org for a list of Catholic estate advisors in your area. Remember about the importance of using the correct legal names when arranging bequests or other planned gifts.
For further information, contact the Development Office at 416-934-3400 Ext. 561/519 or email at development@archtoronto.org.
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September 25th, 2022
Fr. Jim O’Shea, the Provincial of St. Paul of the Cross province, of which our parish is a part, will be visiting our parish on the October 1st and 2nd weekend.
He will share with the parish what has come out of the Synod and present the vision we want to propose as we go forward.
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September 24th, 2022
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.
September 26th to October 1st
MONDAY – STEVE & BERNADINE HIGGINS ✞ – Requested by Agnes Gaughan TUESDAY – WONG KWOK WAH ✞ – Requested by Y. L. Kok WEDNESDAY – EDWARD FREITAS – Requested by Megan Freitas THURSDAY – NUZZO & PINUCCIA SPATARO ✞ – Requested by the Grech Family FRIDAY – TRUTH & RECONCILIATION ✞ SATURDAY – PASQUALE GATTI ✞ – Requested by Linda Gatti SUNDAY – 10:30 AM – VICTOR PAUL ✞ – Requested by Sophie & Candida Pereira SUNDAY – 12:30 PM – ANDREW HUI ✞ – Requested by Howa Hui
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).
September 30th, 2022
This year’s National Day for Truth and Reconciliation will take place on Friday, September 30th. Cardinal Collins will preside at the 7:30 AM Mass from St. Michael’s Cathedral Basilica with participation from Indigenous members of the community. All are welcome in person or via livestream at: www.stmichaelscathedral.com/live/.
Catholics throughout the Archdiocese of Toronto are invited to participate in the collection being held the weekend of October 1/2 to support the Indigenous Healing & Reconciliation Fund. The collection is a national grassroots effort to assist healing and reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples of This Land. The fund was the result of a $30 million financial commitment made by the Canadian Bishops in September 2021.
Urgently needed items include: tomato sauce canned tomatoes pasta sauces, soups, stews mayonnaise jams granola/protein bars mustard chick peas, beans canned corn breakfast cereals peanut butter
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
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
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
Special Collection This Weekend
There will be a second collection today 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.
Come one, come all to the garden!
On Saturday, September 24th, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 Noon, we will be collecting seeds and cutting back spent flowers in preparation for winter’s chill. All hands, small and large are welcome. Gloves and tools will be available.
In autumn, Mother Nature gives us a profound lesson about transformation. Editor, Marlene Bourdon-King, explores this concept in terms of our relationship with nature, in the fall edition of our newsletter now available on the parish website.
“Growing News” can be accessed from the Garden Ministry page – https://stgabrielsparish.ca/ministries/garden-ministry/.
For more information, email sgpgardenministry@gmail.com.
September 18th, 2022
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
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.
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.
SMALL GROUP BOOK STUDY: 6-12 persons Tuesdays – October 18th, 25th, November 1st, 22nd, 29th From 1:30 to 3:00 P.M.
Small Group: 6-12 persons
Dates: October 13th, 20th, 27th, November 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th, December 1st from 1:30 to 3:30 PM
The cost: $20:00 for workbook to be paid at first session Facilitator: Sr. Mary Rose Marrin CSJ
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
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
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!
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.
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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Companion for the Walk of the Stations of the Cosmic Earth
St. Gabriel’s Garden – Guided Sensory Reflective Walk
