Living the Gospel by welcoming newcomers to Canada

Rashida endured years of domestic abuse while living in Egypt. Fearing her husband would abuse their children, she successfully applied for refugee status in Canada. Rashida arrived in Toronto, not knowing the language, what to do, or who could help. Fortunately, she met an Arabic speaker who told her about Catholic Cross cultural Services (CCS). CCS helped her navigate the immigration process and access the resources she needed. “CCS saved my life,” Rashida says. “Today I have money of my own, an apartment, and my children are finally safe and happy.”

Thus far our parish has raised $10,733 of our $44,300 – Please pray for the success of our campaign and give as generously as you are able to help us reach our goal.

May 5 is ShareLife Sunday. Please give generously.

Please let those gently used items you can do without benefit our neighbours in need.

The Society of Saint Vincent de Paul is a non-profit charity whose volunteer members collect clothing, shoes, linen and small household goods to donate, exchange for vouchers or sell in order to support our works of charity.

We collect clothing, shoes, linen and small household goods. Please tie your donation bags to prevent spoiling.

There will be a truck parked behind the church on the North side of Markham Street all weekend between 9 am and 7 pm on Saturday, May 11 and Sunday, May 12  

The annual Winter Welcome Table Appreciation dinner for the volunteers will take place on Monday, May 6 beginning with Mass at 5:30 pm at St. Joan of Arc followed by dinner in the Church hall.  We look forward to seeing you again……

For those who in the past have attended the New Beginnings Bereavement sessions here at St. Peter’s are invited to attend Mass of Comfort on May 8 at 7:00 PM in the Church. It will be a time to reflect upon our hope in the eternal life Jesus promised and to renew friendships developed during the program. A social will follow.

Deacon Adam Hincks, sj, will be ordained to the priesthood on Saturday, May 11, 2019 at 9:00 am at St. Paul’s Basilica. Father Adam will celebrate a Mass of Thanksgiving here at St. Peter’s on Sunday, May 12th at 11:15 am. This will be followed by a reception in our parish hall. Please come and celebrate with us.  

Feast of the Divine Mercy Sunday, April 28, 2019
Programme

2:30 – 3:00 pm – Angelus and Novena prayer

3:00 – 3:45 pm Chaplet of the Divine Mercy (with the 3 o’clock prayer)

3:45 – 4:00 pm -Benediction

4:00 – 5:00 pm – Eucharistic Celebration by Fr. Michael McGourty – Pastor of St. Peter’s Church

A light refreshment will follow at the Church Basement Auditorium

May the victory of the Risen Christ and His conquering over death bring Peace and Happiness to you and those you hold  most dear

~~~ HAPPY EASTER ~~~

 Father Michael and the Parish Staff

Living the Gospel through immediate mental health services

Mental health problems can escalate if not addressed quickly. That’s why the fve Catholic Family Services agencies in the Archdiocese of Toronto now ofer walk-in counselling. This initiative can often meet clients’ need without requiring longer term counselling. Clients report a clinically signifcant increase in confdence that they can tackle their problems. For some agencies, ShareLife is the sole funder of this important program. By supporting ShareLife, you’re helping restore hope to those in crisis.

Thus far our parish has raised $10,733 of our $44,300 – Please pray for the success of our campaign and give as generously as you are able to help us reach our goal.

May 5 is ShareLife Sunday. Please give generously.