March 18th, 2023
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
March 20th to March 26th, 2023
MONDAY – HUGH & CATHERINE GAUGHAN ✞ – Requested by Agnes Gaughan TUESDAY – HEALING OF JOEY LAU – Requested by Ronald & Lucille Yeung WEDNESDAY – ANDREW HUI ✞ – Requested by Howa Hui THURSDAY – SALVADOR SAN JUAN JR ✞ – Requested by Virgie San Juan & Family FRIDAY – ED RIBEIRO – Requested by Ron & Anne Ackber SATURDAY – SOULS IN PURGATORY ✞ – Requested by Myrian Fabra SUNDAY 10:30 SUNDAY 12:30 – RANA KIM – Requested by Veronica Do
Tuesday, March 21st
Individual Confessions will be held from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM.
A Reconciliation Service will take place at 7:30 PM.
We pray for the реорlе of Ukraine today. We pray for реaсе and the laying down of weapons. We pray for аll those who fear for tomorrow, that your Spirit of comfort would draw near to them. We pray for those with power over war or реасе, for wisdom, discernment and compassion to guide their decisions. Above аll, we pray for аll your precious children, at-risk and in fear, that you would hold and protect them. We pray in the name of Jesus, the Prince of Реасе. Amen.
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.
Saturday March 25th at 1:30 PM, Gabriel Room
As announced at all of the Masses last weekend, St. Gabriel’s Parish is moving forward with the process begun more than a year ago – discovering how we can further grow and live as a Passionist Parish.
You are invited to join fellow parishioners in a gathering on Saturday, March 25 at 1:30 p.m. in the Gabriel Room to further reflect on what it means to be a Passionist Parish. If you are unable to attend this first gathering, there is a second gathering scheduled for later in April (details to follow).
If you are interested in joining in either of these gatherings, or have questions, please reach out to either Rick Coles (richardcoleslaw@gmail.com) or Leanne Kloppenborg (kloppen@sympatico.ca), the Passionist Mission Co-Directors for this initiative appointed by the Passionist Provincial, Fr. Jim O’Shea.
Interview appointments for children who are registered and preparing to receive their First Communion will be available after the March Break.
Interviews will begin on Tuesday, April 18th and continue until Wednesday, May 3rd. They are scheduled every 15 minutes from 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM, Tuesday to Friday (except 3rd week, to Wednesday).
Please call the Parish Office at 416-221-8866 to book your appointment with Fr. Paul Ruttle.
Your prepared frozen casseroles are being collected at the Masses next weekend, March 25th/26th for delivery to the Good Shepherd Centre.
Good Shepherd provides more than 240,000 meals a year to people who would otherwise go hungry. Please think about volunteering to help feed our less fortunate sisters and brothers. Three different recipes are available in the Parish Office or online at the Parish website. Casserole pans are also available in the Parish Office.
Your support is a tremendous help and is appreciated in the fight to end chronic homelessness. 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.
Saturday, March 25th from 9:15 AM to 11:45 AM
Blessed Trinity Parish Hall
You are invited to attend a Parish Retreat at Blessed Trinity Church, sponsored by the Catholic Women’s’ League.
The guest speaker will be Fr. Stephan Kappler, President & Chief Psychologist of the Southdown Institute.
The cost per person is $20, which includes a light breakfast being served at 8:30 AM. Space is limited so please buy your tickets soon.
To purchase tickets call Kay Booker at 416-357-5378 or email her at kaymax@sympatico.ca
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/
Blessed Trinity Parish Wednesday, March 22nd from 7:00 PM to 8:45 PM
A time for Holy Mass, Praise and Worship, a Talk, and Healing Adoration, led by Fr. Sam VC and facilitated by the Divine Retreat Centre of Toronto. All are welcome.
Saturday, March 25th from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
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.
Conference Brochure: https://bit.ly/DWF2023Flyer
Registration: http://dynamicwomenfaith.com/
Tickets on Eventbrite: dwf2023.eventbrite.ca
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March 12th, 2023
March 13th to March 19th, 2023
MONDAY – JOSEPHINE BADALI ✞ – Requested by John, Sal & Patsy TUESDAY – PETER PARK ✞ – Requested by Cecilia Park WEDNESDAY – THURSDAY – JOHN VALLIYATHUMALLY ✞ – Requested by the Valavi Family FRIDAY – ARMAND OAKIE ✞ – Requested by the Family SATURDAY – MYRIAN & WALTER LOZANO – Requested by the Family SUNDAY, 10:30 – SUNDAY, 12:30 –
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.
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.
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
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/
From March 17th at 6:30 PM to March 19th at 2:30 PM
St. Augustine’s Seminary
The Office of Vocations will be hosting a Come & See Weekend Discernment Retreat for men 18 years and older, at St. Augustine’s Seminary on Friday, March 17 (6:30 p.m.) until Sunday, March 19 (2:30 p.m.). This Retreat offers a way for men to discern a possible call to priesthood at our seminary. We encourage you to promote this event in your parishes, during your announcements as well as including this event in your respective parish bulletins, it would be greatly appreciated. We have also attached a poster and ask that you kindly display it on your respective bulletin boards. Thank you in advance for your assistance as we work together to build a culture of vocations.
Registration must be done online at www.vocationstoronto.ca/comesee
Friday, March 17th at 10:00 AM
St. Michael’s Cathedral Basilica 65 Bond St., Toronto
The annual Mass of St. Patrick at St. Michael’s Cathedral Basilica in Toronto will take place on Friday, March 17th at 10:00 AM. Cardinal Thomas Collins will be the presider and homilist. All are welcome. Those unable to attend can participate in the celebration via livestream at www.stmichaelscathedral.com/live.
March 5th, 2023
Daylight Saving Time begins next weekend. Don’t forget to turn your clocks ahead one hour on Saturday night.
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.
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.
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
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
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.
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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