February 20th, 2021
Weekend Mass has resumed on our website.
The parish office is currently open only on Monday to Friday from 8:30 AM to 12:00 noon and 1:30 PM to 4:30 PM. Please call before you come.
February 22nd to February 28th, 2021 There are no announced Masses this week.
This Lent, we invite you to journey with Dr. Tim Gray by signing up for FORMED Daily Lenten Reflections at formed.org/lent. Each day you will receive in your inbox a short video which features Dr. Gray commenting on the daily Mass readings, explaining the Scriptures, and providing you with concrete ideas on how to apply them to your Christian life. May God bless you during this special season.
Sign up today for free by visiting formed.org/lent!
Wednesdays, February 24th, March 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th
This program is for those who might be interested in deepening their prayer life during lent via different ways or methods such as Lectio Divina, Centering Prayer, Taize Prayer, praying with mandalas, Divine Office, etc.
At the moment, this program will be conducted online. For more information, please contact the Maturing Adult Ministry team via email at StGabrielMMA@gmail.com or call Sr. Malou at (416) 221-8866 Ext. 228 during the week on Thursdays or Fridays. Registration will be accepted until Friday, February 19, 2021.
The following programs will begin within and after the Lenten Season:
So many of our parishioners gave generously to the ShareLife Campaign in 2020, despite COVID-19 forcing the cancellation of masses for much of the year. The difference you’ve made through your gift is detailed in ShareLife’s 2020 Impact Report. From mental health services, to support for seniors, to assistance for young mothers: the report includes inspiring stories of real people you’ve helped during the pandemic. The 2020 edition adopts a new interactive format, providing a fresh, engaging way to learn about the work of ShareLife and Catholic Charities agencies. To view the interactive report online, visit sharelife.org/impact. To request a printed copy, please email slife@archtoronto.org. Thank you for living the Gospel!
Each month the food we collect is sent to Rosalie Hall and the Good Shepherd Centre. These agencies provide essential services to young parents and the homeless in our city.
With everyone struggling at this time, your food donations are more important than ever. Please check the expiry dates before donating since we cannot pass on food that has expired. Thank you for your generous support!
February 22nd, March 8th, March 22nd, April 12th, April 26th from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM
All are welcome to join a new spiritual life series based on the book The Story of a Soul by St. Thérèse of Lisieux. The new series will begin on Monday, February 22nd and will be presented in several bi-weekly segments by Fr. Peter Turrone, pastor of the Newman Centre. There will be time for group discussion. Participants will need to purchase the Study Edition of Story of a Soul by Fr. Mark Foley for the class.
Register at https://thestoryofasoul.eventbrite.ca/ Contact lenita.lopes@newmantoronto.com for more information WEBSITE: www.newmantoronto.com
Thursday, February 25th at 7:00 PM
Share discussion with others in a welcoming non – judgmental online forum. The topic will be Transitional Grief, reflecting on the past year and the present year.
Arcangelo Limanni MRE will facilitate.
Please register at https://sdrpypy.eventbrite.ca For more information, please email Arcangelo Limanni MRE at alimanni@cfstoronto.com
Online, Saturday, February 27th at 11:00 AM
Join Rebecca Rathbone, animator for South-West Ontario, Dominique Godbout, international programs officer and Abdullah Fuad, representative of Development and Peace’s partner Caritas Bangladesh as they discuss the Rohingya refugee crisis and the way Caritas has been working to alleviate consequences on affected communities, as well as Development and Peace’s unique philosophy when it comes to humanitarian responses. The webinar will last one hour and will be recorded.
For more information, please email elukasik@devp.org
Registration link: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_LnrWeM9jRMuI62elhdHXVg
March 5th to March 7th, 2021
In these stressful times, give your marriage a booster shot! Restore your loving communication with your spouse and rekindle the romance. The Marriage Encounter experience is a skill-building enrichment program where together, you, as husband and wife, learn how to be the best couple you can be. No group discussion. Based on Catholic values but open to couples of all faiths. Rediscover the love in your relationship!
Contact: Marge & Gerard McCauley at gerard.marge@rogers.com or (905) 792-1925 Website: wwme.org
Your parish has been there for you and your family during the most important moments of your lives. Help you’re your Catholic community active and alive for years to come.
Please consider your parish in your will or through a planned gift. A bequest is a beautiful way to express your faith and gratitude for a lifetime of blessings – a lasting legacy of love that will help the Church continue with its many ministries.
For more details, please call the Parish Office at 416-221-8866 or contact Peter Okonski, Manager of Planned Giving and Personal Gifts at 416 934 3400 Ext. 519 or by email at development@archtoronto.org.
All calls are confidential.
Tax receipts for contributions to the Parish during 2020 were mailed out this past week. Please check your mail for your receipt.
For contributions made in 2020 to the Archdiocese for ShareLife or Donate Now via credit card or to the Family of Faith Campaign, your tax receipt will come directly from the Archdiocese by the end of February.
Offertory envelopes for 2021 are available at the parish Office. If you would like to pick yours up, please call before coming so that we will have them ready for you.
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February 14th, 2021
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February 13th, 2021
As you probably know, Fr. Paul suffered a mild stroke. He is now at home and is in great spirits. We will keep you updated. Please keep him in your prayers
Mass on our website has resumed
Monday, February 15th
Monday February 15th is Family Day, a day to celebrate our families. The Parish Office will be closed on that day.
The parish office is currently open only on Monday to Friday from 8:30 AM to 12:00 noon and 1:30 PM to 4:30 PM.
Wednesday, February 17th at 12:00, 12:30, 3:00, 3:30 and 4:00 PM
The season of Lent is fast approaching beginning with Ash Wednesday on February 17th.
Fr. Brando will preside over a short service to distribute ashes at 12:00 PM, 12:30 PM, 3:00 PM, 3:30 PM, and 4:00 PM. Since only 9 people are permitted to be inside the church, parishioners are asked to sign up by calling the parish Office at 416 221-8866.
February 15th to February 21st, 2021
MONDAY – FAMLY DAY – No Requested Mass TUESDAY – NIKOLA VUKOVIC – Requested by her Family WEDNESDAY – ASH WEDNESDAY – See Ash Wednesday Distribution above THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY – LISA CALLAHAN – Requested by Cecilia & Gary Kernan SUNDAY – 10:30 AM SUNDAY – 12:30 PM
Each month the food we collect is sent to Rosalie Hall and the Good Shepherd Centre.
These agencies provide essential services to young parents and the homeless in our city.
Tuesday, February 16th at 7:00 PM
Mark your calendars!
You are invited Join Dr. Tim Gray and special guest, Curtis Martin, Founder & CEO of FOCUS, for a Special One-Hour Episode of The Augustine Institute Show on Tuesday, February 16th at 7:00 PM EST.
This special episode will be broadcast live for all to watch on FORMED.org
Afternoon Retreat,
Wednesday, February 17th, 2021 at 2:00 PM
This year, in particular, many are experiencing “wilderness time”. The liturgical season of Lent begins in the wilderness. God led Jesus into the wilderness to be strengthened and formed for his mission. Similarly, as we make our journey in the wilderness we are shaped for discipleship, for letting go and for living anew the great Paschal mystery from darkness to light, from death to resurrection. The wilderness journey is a sacred journey in “wild places” yet it reminds us that there is no place so harsh that God’s love cannot reach us. All welcome to embrace this Lent together through this afternoon of prayer, presentation and reflection.
The Retreat Facilitator is Sister Mary Rowell. The suggested donation for preparation time is $20:00. (if possible, for you). Please make any donation that is possible for you – for the Lent series or Ash Wednesday Retreat by cheque to: Villa St. Joseph Ecology and Retreat Centre 445 Monk Street Cobourg Ontario K9A 2S9.
For more information call 905.372.2741 or go to www.villastjoseph.ca, villa@csjcanada.org
February 6th, 2021
As you probably know, Fr. Paul suffered a mild stroke. He is now at home and is in great spirits. We will keep you updated. Please keep him in your prayers. There will be no Mass on the website on February 7th. We will advise you when they will resume.
February 12th, 2021
Friday, February 12th marks the beginning of Lunar New Year. This year is the Year of the Ox. We wish all our Asian parishioners and neighbors a very healthy and prosperous New Year.
February 8th to February 14th, 2021
MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY – EDNA, GERRY & MIKE HATCH – Requested by their Family FRIDAY – TONINO DI DIODATO – Requested by the Family SATURDAY SUNDAY – 10:30 AM SUNDAY – 12:30 PM
With the Apostolic Letter “Patris corde” (“With a Father’s Heart”), Pope Francis recalls the 150th anniversary of the declaration of Saint Joseph as Patron of the Universal Church. To mark the occasion, the Holy Father has proclaimed a “Year of Saint Joseph” from December 8th, 2020, to December 8th,2021.
St. Joseph is also the patron saint of Canada. He was chosen as the patron saint of Canada by the first Recollect Franciscan missionaries in 1624. His feast day is March 19th.
Submission Deadline: Monday, February 15th, 2021.
The Week of Prayer for Christian Unity in 2021 was prepared by the Monastic Community of Grandchamp. The theme “Abide in my love and you shall bear much fruit” (cf. John 15:5-9) expresses Grandchamp’s vocation to prayer, reconciliation and unity in the Church and the human family. “Abiding in Christ” is an inner attitude that takes root over time and it demands space to grow. As Christians, how can we express our personal relationship to Christ in a modern and socially oriented
Church during challenging times, which can bring unity of the Christian family and all humanity? Give examples. Read John 15:1-17, consult resources, and submit a 500-word essay that answers the given question.
Contest Rules: All submissions will be read by a panel including professional journalists and the Director of the Office for promoting Christian Unity, Archdiocese of Toronto, and judged on overall merit. Contestants must be 14-18 years of age, and currently enrolled in an Ontario secondary school or equivalent program. Essay must be between 450 to 500 words in length and submitted on or before the contest closing date of Feb. 15th, 2021.
Entries must include contestant’s full name, email address, phone number and name of your school on the front page of your essay. Submission Deadline: Monday, February 15th, 2021. Submit essays by E-mail: Re: “Friars’ Contest” to editor@catholicregister.org. For information: 416-934-3400 (x 527) or 1-855-441-4077 (x 401). For contest details & resources please visit – www.catholicregister.org/writingaward & http://www.christianunity.va/content/unitacristiani/en/settimana-di-preghiera-per-l-unita/en.html
January 30th, 2021
Many of you have called asking why there was no Mass last week on the website. We did not have a Mass because Fr. Paul suffered a mild stroke. He is doing very well and is in great spirits. We will keep you updated.
Meanwhile, Fr. Brando has come in contact with someone who tested positive for Covid 19 and he must remain in quarantine.
Please keep them in your prayers.
There will be no Mass on the website on January 31st. We will advise you when they will resume.
February 1st to February 7th, 2021
MONDAY – CARL LEFEBOUR – Requested by Yvonne Lefebour TUESDAY – SAU LIN HUI – Requested by Linda Law & Family WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY – LISA CALLAHAN – Requested by Patti & Pat Callahan SUNDAY – 10:30 AM SUNDAY – 12:30 PM
The parish family of St. Gabriel’s would like to welcome our newest member, Meredith Anne-Marie Deans
Meredith was baptised on January 17th. Congratulations to her and her family.
Thursday, February 11, 2021 From 7.00 PM to 9.00 PM
A VIRTUAL EVENT HOSTED BY SCARBORO MISSIONS
This lecture will first summarize Pope Francis’s teaching on the care for the Earth, our common home, as expressed in Laudato Si’ and Querida Amazonia. Next, it will explore how the papal teaching can find support in Asian religions, especially Daoism and Buddhism. It will conclude with reflections on how this interreligious dialogue can be a source of inspiration for our common work for ecojustice.
More information available on the website: http://bit.ly/ScarboroMissionsWebsite
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