February 26th, 2022
Tuesday, March 1st, 2022
As of Tuesday, March 1st, some Covid 19 restrictions will be lifted. Churches are allowed 100% capacity and you no longer have to register for Mass. There will be no physical distancing. However, masks are still required inside the building.
St. Gabriel’s Church, Saturday, March 5th, 2022 1st session 10:00 AM to 12:00 Noon, 2nd session 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Very soon we will begin the season of Lent, a time to prepare ourselves for the celebration of Easter. During Lent, we are encouraged to reflect on the Suffering, Passion and Death of Jesus. In this challenging time, we need to quiet ourselves and reflect about what’s going in the world and in our community. Please consider joining us for a few hours of quietude in prayer and reflection.
The Preacher will be Fr. Jim O’Shea, CP. Fr. Jim is the provincial of the Passionists of the St. Paul of the Cross Province. Many of you have met him when he last visited St. Gabriel’s in December. He has touched many hearts in his preaching.
The topic of our Lenten retreat is “Call to Prophecy”. It will be held on Saturday, March 5th, at St. Gabriel’s Parish. The 1st session is from 10:00AM to12 Noon and the 2nd session from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM. Come and be prepared to be inspired and be challenged to a deeper relationship with God.
All are welcome. There is no cost to attend. However, donations will be greatly appreciated. There is no need to register to attend this event. For more information, please call the parish office at 416-221-8866 or email stgabrielsparish@bellnet.ca
February 28th to March 6th, 2022
MONDAY – DR. AURORA ALESNA ANG ✞ – Requested by the Mariano Family TUESDAY – RUANE REMY – Requested by Debra WEDNESDAY – ASH WEDNESDAY – Masses at 9:00, 12:00 and 7:30, No Special Intentions THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY – MARIE & MAURICE SAAD ✞ – Requested by Laila Kozman SUNDAY – 10:30 AM – ANNA KIM ✞ – Requested by Suzanne Kim SUNDAY – 12:30 PM – CORAZON MALUNAS ✞ – Requested by the Family
Wednesday, March 2nd,2022
March 2nd is Ash Wednesday. Masses will be celebrated at 9:00 AM, 12:00 Noon and 7:30 PM. Ashes will be distributed at all three Masses.
Stations of the Cross will take place each Friday evening during Lent at 7:30 PM.
We also encourage your attendance at our daily Mass throughout Lent.
Thank you for your generous support of Rosalie Hall and the Good Shepherd Centre.
Your food donations are more important than ever as Covid 19 remains with us and numbers of needy people continue to increase. Please check the expiry dates before donating since we cannot pass on food that has expired.
Theme: Walk in Wisdom Wisdom Circle of Faith Friends
This is a small conversation group of persons in the second half of life who will gather on Zoom to reflect and share insights and questions from their life experience within the context of faith.
Dates: Five weekly gatherings on Zoom on Tuesdays from 2:30 to 4:00 PM – March 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th, April 5th.
Process: In preparation for each session, a reflection guide will be sent by email to each participant. Conversation will be facilitated by Mary Rose Marrin CSJ, Retired Maturing Adults Minister. Sister Malou will serve as the host for the Zoom session.
Registration: contact Sr. Malou at StGabrielMMA@gmail.com
The next session of the Writing Circle will be held on March 25th.
Manresa Jesuit Spiritual Renewal Centre 2325 Liverpool Rd., Pickering Monday, February 28th from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
A day retreat open to men and women. The day will start at 9:00 AM with coffee and muffins. There will be sessions in our chapel on the theme, “Choosing to be part of the Church.” There will be time for private prayer, Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament and reconciliation. Lunch is provided. The day ends with Mass. Facilitated by Fr. Robert Foliot, SJ. A suggested offering of $50 per person.
To register go to www.manresa-canada.ca or contact registration@manresa.ca
Phase One www.stgabrielsynod.blogspot.com
Last December, Fr. Jim O’Shea, the Passionist Provincial, visited St. Gabriel’s to speak about the Passionist Jubilee Synod in Toronto. The goal of this synod is to listen to the voices of the marginalized in our parish community and to propose a vision for the work of the Passionists in Canada. This synod is a time our community to gather to explore serious issues, to listen to and learn from one another, to imagine how to address the issue in order to move into a better future, and to report these findings – all with the guidance of the Holy Spirit.
The synod process has now begun with Phase One, which is focused on the theme of gratitude. This phase will be facilitated virtually through an online blog, where participants are welcome to share their gratitude for St. Gabriel’s Parish and the Passionists’ missions in Canada. The blog is now open to all parishioners.
Please visit the parish website for more information, or you can visit www.stgabrielsynod.blogspot.com to access the blog directly. On the blog website, please see “Using the Blog” for instructions on posting on the blog and commenting on posts.
This Sunday, Feb 27th, we celebrate the Feast of St. Gabriel, the Patron Saint of youth.
Hi! My name is Yvon and I have been part of the parish youth group for about five years. I started out as a clueless Grade 8 student trying to establish a social life as a new immigrant to Canada. As an introvert, it was not easy to adjust. But now, I can confidently say that I would not be where and who I am today without the numerous experiences and wisdom that I have accumulated through being involved in the youth group.
In today’s day and age, surrounding yourself with the right type of people and environment is no easy task. Trust, being a foundation of healthy relationships, definitely isn’t easy to find and takes time to establish. However, despite all the uncertainties, it bears a sweet fruit – like what I have experienced though my fellow youth group members. Their presence always made me feel comfortable and safe, much like home. There was not a single moment where I never felt accepted and included whenever we would have our gatherings.
This reminds me of St. Gabriel’s saying: “Our perfection does not consist of doing extraordinary things but to do the ordinary well”. By just being ourselves and accepting each other’s differences, we successfully come together as a group and as a community to accomplish ordinary things that can leave an impact on another person. This for me is perfection. I am extremely grateful for everything that has happened thus far. Here’s to more street patrols, tree planting days, talent nights, Christmas videos, Steubenville Conferences, & social nights!
Stay tuned for future updates from our parish youth group!
The 2022 Offertory envelopes are available for those who did not pick them up. When you attend Mass, please remember to pick up your box of envelopes.
Donors With Incomplete Information
If you are making a cash donation and are not using your numbered envelopes, please ensure that your name and address are neatly printed on the envelope.
For example, we have received donations in cash where the name is not legible with a missing phone number or address.
If you want to receive a tax receipt, please ensure that you provide the above information.
Special Collection, Weekend of March 5th/ 6th
The Church building is approaching her 16th year of operation. Most equipment and machinery that keep the building functional are often not visible. This equipment has undergone regular checks and maintenance to ensure that they function properly and efficiently. Some of these have reached a critical milestone that would require major repairs or even a replacement. These items are classified as the “must haves” in our long-term budget.
One of the two project that we plan to undertake in 2022 is a major repair on the living wall. The living wall has not been in the best shape. We are in the process of identifying the issue and are close to a resolution. It involves the engineering components that reside behind the wall. Once this is resolved we can then reconstruct the external visible living wall to one that we are usually proud to associate with St. Gabriel’s Parish.
The second under consideration is asphalt resurfacing of the south parking lot. The condition is deteriorating and may pose problems in the near future if it is not repaired.
We cannot achieve these milestones without your continued support and contribution to the maintenance funds. A special collection is planned for March 5th/6th, 2022 weekend. Please be as generous as your means allow.
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February 23rd, 2022
We remain grateful and want to thank all the parishioners of St. Gabriel’s Passionist Parish for their ongoing support and patience as we transition to gather with fewer restrictions.
As of Tuesday, March 1st, 2022, some COVID-19 restrictions will be lifted. There will be no physical distancing and you no longer need to register for Mass. However, wearing of masks are still required inside the building.
We look forward to seeing you.
For weekend of February 26-27, 2022, Mass Registration only, please click here.
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February 19th, 2022
Monday, February 21st
Monday February 21st 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 21st to February 27th, 2022
MONDAY – FAMILY DAY – No 9:00 AM Mass TUESDAY – JAE WHAN DO ✞ – Requested by Veronica Do WEDNESDAY – ROBERT & LAUREEN IP ✞ – Requested by Vivian Ng THURSDAY – JOHN KIP – Requested by Veronica Do FRIDAY – HUNG TA – Requested by Veronica Do SATURDAY – PHYLLIS ZAMMET ✞ – Requested by Helen Rupf SUNDAY – 10:30 AM – ANTHONY & AGATHA PAUL ✞ – Requested by Sophia & Candida Pereira SUNDAY – 12:30 PM – MIKE HATCH ✞ – Requested by his Family
The English Rosary Group will be meeting on the first Saturday of each month beginning in March. For the present time, the meetings will be online at 2:00 PM until in-person meetings are allowed.
If you are interested, please call the Parish Office at 416 221 8866, leaving your name and phone number and Vivian will get back to you.
Rosalie Hall assists young parents and their children to realize their potential through the provision of a wide range of child development, community, residential and educational services.
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.
Online, Wednesday, February 23rd, 2022 and Thursday, February 24th
Wednesday, February 23rd from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM
Bridging our divides, fostering inclusivity and positive engagements. How can we be inclusive of others who are different from us in our society today? How do we live authentically and live out our faith in today’s multicultural society? Click here to learn more: http://www.interfaithtoronto.ca/events.html
Thursday, February 24th from 8:50 AM to 10:30 AM
The Toronto Catholic District School Board, the Mary Ward Centre and the Archdiocese of Toronto Office for Interreligious Dialogue are collaborating to present an intergenerational event on Thursday, February 24th rom 8:50 AM to 10:30 AM.
A panel of speakers from different faith traditions engaged in the work of justice and reconciliation will address the topic of Listen, Learn and Engage. This will be followed by a chance to engage in conversation in a breakout room and an action piece to follow up.
To join please click: http://www.interfaithtoronto.ca/events.html
Saturday March 5th or Tuesday March 15th 9:00 AM to3:30 PM The cost $40.00 Lunch included Where: Queen of Apostles, 1617 Blyth Road, Mississauga
“The Light of Newman in the Dark of Winter, Help for Our Lenten Journey.”
A Virtual Lenten Retreat Saturday, March 12th from 9:30 AM to 1:00 PM
Now is the time to start thinking about Lenten retreats. Join them on Saturday, March 12th as Dr. Donald Graham, Assistant Professor at St. Augustine’s Seminary, leads you through a day of virtual reflection on “The Light of Newman in the Dark of Winter. Help for Our Lenten Journey.” Dr. Graham has published widely on the topic of St. John Henry Newman. Don’t miss this opportunity to reflect with fellow pilgrims on the journey.
The Cost is $25 plus HST
For More information, contact St. Augustine’s Seminary of Toronto at: 416-261-7207, by email at lay.formation@staugustines.on.ca or go to their website: www.staugustines.on.ca
To register, go to https://bit.ly/SeminaryLentenRetreat2022
Registration: contact Sr. Malou at StGabrielMMA@gmail.com before February 25th, 2022.
The next session of the Writing Circle will be held on February 25th. Sister Maria Lucia is hosting this on Zoom and Sister Mary Rose will facilitate the sessions.
The 2022 Offertory envelopes are available for those who did not pick them up. When you attend Mass, please remember to pick up your box of envelopes from Nikki, maintaining the required physical distancing.
February 13th, 2022
February 14th to February 20th, 2022
MONDAY – KEITH & MARGARET LAU 🕆 – Requested by Vivian Ng TUESDAY – DAVID DUNDON 🕆 – Requested by Cindy & Richard Hazell WEDNESDAY – NIKOLA VUKOVIC 🕆 – Requested by the Family THURSDAY – ANDREW HUI 🕆 – Requested by Howa Hui FRIDAY – TA FAMILY – Requested by Veronica Do SATURDAY – CAROLYN CRAVEN 🕆 – Requested by John Craven SUNDAY – 10:30 AM – BRUNO CORTESE 🕆 – Requested by the Cortese Family SUNDAY – 12:30 PM
This Sunday, February 13th, 2022 at 2:30 PM St. Michael’s Cathedral Basilica 65 Bond St., Toronto
As part of Marriage Sunday 2022 celebrations, Bishop Robert Kasun, CSB, will preside at a special Mass to honour married couples celebrating milestone anniversaries (25th, 40th, 50th, 60th or 60+) in 2022.
Although registration is now closed, those who were not able to register may join the celebration via livestream Mass at: www.stmichaelscathedral.com/live. The broadcast will begin at 2:15 PM. Please visit www.archtoronto.org/marriage to access resources for parishes and couples.
Your food donations are more important than ever as Covid 19 continues and numbers of needy people continue to increase. Please check the expiry dates before donating since we cannot pass on food that has expired.
Recently, Pope Francis encouraged dioceses to remove the moral and physical distance which prevents the faithful from accessing the tribunal. To become more accessible the Toronto Regional Tribunal has opened a northern instructional office in Richmond Hill to serve the faithful of the archdiocese who have difficulty going downtown,
ARE YOU OR SOMEONE YOU KNOW DIVORCED?
Every Catholic has a right to investigate their marriage (Canon Law 1674). It is free of charge. Pope Francis has greatly simplified the procedures.
Talk to your pastor about the Catholic Marriage Tribunal and the marriage nullity process, or visit www.archtoronto.org/MarriageTribunal for more information.
Online, Thursday, February 24th, 2022 8:50 AM to 10:00 AM – Formal Program 10:00 AM to 10:30 AM – Breakout
February 1 to 7 is an annual event to promote harmony between people regardless of their faith. The Toronto Catholic District School Board, the Mary Ward Centre and the Archdiocese of Toronto Office for Interreligious Dialogue are collaborating to present an intergenerational event on Thursday, February 24th rom 8:50 AM to 10:30 AM.
“The Light of Newman in the Dark of Winter, Help for Our Lenten Journey.” A Virtual Lenten Retreat
Saturday, March 12th from 9:30 AM to 1:00 PM
February 11th, 2022
The Passionists’ mission has been to accompany and support the ‘crucified’ of each era of their 300-year history. More recently, those ‘crucified’ have included not just the marginalized of society but also the planet itself. During their jubilee year, Passionists around the world will discern how they can renew their mission to best serve the crucified of today. As the Passionists began to focus on that mission renewal for the region stretching from the Caribbean through the eastern United States and into Canada, a committee was formed at St. Gabriel’s Passionist Parish to help in that discernment process. The committee, with the support of the Provincial and Fr. Brando, decided to hold a synod that would listen to the voices of the marginalized and propose a vision for the work of the Passionists in Canada, keeping in mind how the next generation of leadership would help to deliver that mission, given the declining number of Passionists.
As the Provincial’s letter says, a synod is a time for people to gather to explore a serious issue, to listen to and learn from one another, to imagine how to address the issue in order to move into a better future, and to report these findings – all with the guidance of the Holy Spirit. The report is more likely to provide valuable and lasting insights when many people with different perspectives listen and discern during the synod.
The Passionist Jubilee Synod in Toronto will gather people from St. Gabriel’s Passionist Parish and from the Passionists’ mission in Canada, (as well as those who experience marginalization within our Church or society). Everyone is welcome to participate in the synod, including those who have experienced any form of marginalization.
The synod will unfold in three phases which will follow the theme for the Passionists’ Jubilee celebration: gratitude, prophecy, and hope.
Phase one will look to the past with a focus on gratitude. Through a blog that will be linked to the St. Gabe’s website, you will be able to describe your gratitude for the good work that has been done via the Passionists’ mission in Canada, for how the needs of Earth have been included in the parish plans, for the ways you were supported when you felt marginalized, or for other gifts that have sparked a sense of gratitude. Phase one will last about 4 to 6 weeks
Phase two will focus on the present as we listen to the prophecy spoken by the voices from the margins calling for change, now. Circles of listening will form to explore particular types of marginalization as they may relate to Indigenous issues, feminism, immigration and migrants, LGBTQ2S+, poverty, climate change or ecological issues, racism, forms of inequality, or other forms of marginalization. While the potential list of circles is long, the experiences and interests of the synod participants will determine the topics at the centre of the discussions as people with shared concerns gather into circles. Synod participants may choose to join more than one circle. Phase two is expected to last for several months.
March 26th – Horizons of Prophecy 10 am-12 pm, 2 pm-4 pm
The focus in Phase three is for the future not yet realized. Hope will start to grow through the respectful listening and dialoguing within the circles. It will further develop as the participants within each of the circles share their dreams for healing the suffering of today’s crucified by reducing forms of marginalization. Then, when the participants from the circles gather together in one group to share their insights and dreams, a map for putting these dreams into action can be drawn. This vision of hope, recorded in a report, will be given to the Provincial as a proposal for mission renewal of the Passionists’ work in Canada.
April 9th – Visions of Hope and Report 10 am-12 pm, 2 pm-4 pm
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