Bulletin for week of August 16, 2015
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The Incredible and Magnificently Loving Challenge of the Body and Blood of Christ
“Whoever eats my flesh and drinks my blood abides in me, and I in them” (John 6:56).
It is hard to think of a verse from scripture which sums up in a more precise way the entire challenge of the Catholic faith more profoundly than this passage from John. In it, Jesus invites us to believe that He has loved each one of us so much, that not only has He come into the world to show us His love, but He also wishes to give us His Body and Blood in order that we might know that His love for us is unconditional and constant. Continue reading
Fall Fair Volunteers Needed!
This year’s Fall Fair will take place the weekend of October 3 & 4.
We are currently looking for volunteers to fill various roles before, during and after the fair. If you’re interested in volunteering for this year’s Fall Fair, feel free to contact us online, by email or by phone (416-534-4219 or 416-720-8663) to learn more about how you can help. We will work with you to find a volunteer position that fits your interests and your schedule.
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Bulletin for week of August 2, 2015
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The Transforming Power of the Eucharist
In our technological society, it is not uncommon to try to measure the power and strength of all the products that are offered to us. We speak of the number of horsepower that an engine can produce, the strength of our computers and the new and improved extra-strength products that are offered in the stores. Each new line of product that comes out is expected to be capable of producing more and being more powerful. This desire for stronger and better always keeps us longing for the next and newest product to come out.
Strangely, one of the powers that can not be measured and yet is one of the most powerful forces in the world is the power of love. Love is so powerful that it can change things that no technology or political authority can ever change. Love has the power to change a heart and motivate a person to do unheard of acts of generosity and kindness. For the sake of love, some people would be willing to sacrifice their lives, as in the case of a parent for a child or a husband or wife for their loved one. The most selfish individual can become a completely different person if he or she has an experience of love. This is seen easily enough if you think of the selfish young man or woman who is willing to give up everything once he or she falls in love. The same can be said for a couple that lives their life for the moment. Once a child comes into their lives, their entire world can be placed upside down and they can re-order all of the priorities of their lives.
Civic Holiday Schedule – Monday, August 3rd
Please note that the Parish Office and the Centre will be closed on Monday, August 3 for the Civic Holiday.
Weekday Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 AM in the Centre chapel.
We Pray for Our Deceased
Catholic Cemeteries & Funeral Services – Archdiocese of Toronto wishes to invite all families within the Archdiocese of Toronto to participate in the Annual Mass for the Faithful Departed on Wednesday August 12, 2015 at 7:00 p.m.
Cemetery locations and Celebrants for this year’s Annual Mass are as follows:
| Cemetery | Celebrant |
|---|---|
| Assumption, Mississauga | Most Rev. Vincent Nguyen |
| Christ the King, Markham | His Eminence, Thomas Cardinal Collins |
| Holy Cross, Thornhill | Most Rev. Wayne Kirkpatrick |
| Mount Hope, Toronto | Rev. Msgr. Paul A. Zimmer |
| Queen of Heaven, Woodbridge | Most Rev. John A. Boissonneaun |
| Resurrection, Whitby | Rev. Msgr. Ambrose Sheehy |
| St. Mary’s, Barrie | Rev. Msgr. Lawrence Bordonaro |
All are Welcome!
In the event of rain:
Mass will be held in the mausoleum at Assumption, Holy Cross, Resurrection and Queen of Heaven Cemeteries. Christ the King Cemetery will celebrate Mass on site in the Reception Centre. Mount Hope Cemetery to St. Monica’s Parish, 44 Broadway Avenue, Toronto. St. Mary’s Cemetery to St. John Vianney Parish, 13 Baldwin Lane, Barrie.
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Children’s Liturgy Program
The parish is looking for volunteers for the Children’s liturgy program that will take place at the 11:15 AM Mass beginning in September. Those who volunteer must be willing to undergo a police background check and to attend a training session at the end of August.
Time to Update your Contacts!
With the departure of the Paulist Fathers from our parish, we have had to make some changes to our web and email addresses. While the old “paulistfathers.ca” emails & links will continue to work for the next few months, please update your contacts and bookmarks sooner rather than later to avoid any future issues! Continue reading