The lecture held last week was a tremendous success thanks to Fr. Seamus. On behalf of the parish, we send our sincere appreciation to Fr. Seamus for his outstanding presentation.
Thank you so much for sharing your time and experiences with us. We all agreed that your lecture was the most interesting we have had this year.
Join us for Advent Bazaar and Bake Sale on Saturday, December 3 from 2:00 PM – 7:00 PM and on Sunday, December 4 from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM in the Church Auditorium. Come celebrate this wonderful time of the year in fellowship and cheer.
On Wednesday, November 30th , 2016 at 7:00 PM, Catholic Cemeteries and the Archdiocese of Toronto estate planning team will share:
An estate planning kit will be provided at no cost.
Location: The session will be held at the Parish Hall of Holy Rosary Parish (354 St. Clair Avenue W, Toronto) The parish is easily accessible by streetcar. Refreshments will be provided.
RSVP: Frank Jannetta, Catholic Cemeteries at 416-733-8544 ext. 2023 or fjannetta@cc-fs.ca
Opening Session: In the Church after any Mass, weekend of December 10 -11, 2016
Closing Session: will be on Saturday, December 17, after 5:00 PM Mass
Description of Retreat: The retreatants will meet after Mass in the Church for an explanatory introduction where they will be given reflections booklets ($3:00 each) for the week of prayer. They will be asked to commit themselves to an hour of prayer daily (can be divided up i.e. 1/2 hour in morning and ½ hour in evening or in 15 min. sections). It is strongly recommended that retreatants meet with a spiritual guide for 1/2 hour appointment at the Centre from Monday to Thursday ( 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM) and on Friday from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM or in the evenings of Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 6:30 – 9:00 PM
Closure will include debriefing / sharing, suggestions on how to continue one’s spiritual journey and a social.
Did you know our church is turning 90 this December? All are invited to join in a liturgical celebration of the 90th anniversary of the founding of St. Peter’s Church, on Sunday, December 11 at 7:30 PM. A special Vigil with music, prayer, and the Office of Readings will be celebrated. A musical prelude will begin at 7:15 PM. Please join us in marking this important milestone!
On November 11th, we remember in thanksgiving those who made and who continue to make the supreme sacrifice for us in time of war. We pray that the offering of their lives may not have been in vain. Today we dedicate ourselves to the cause of justice, freedom and peace, and for the wisdom and strength to build a better world.
May we keep all those who are overseas in our prayers, that they may return home safely.
The 2016-2017 Sunday Missal for the new liturgical year which begins with the First Sunday of Advent on November 27, may be obtained at the Parish Centre. Cost is $6.00.
St. Peter’s parish will host a vigil to end the Year of Mercy on Saturday, November 19th from 7:00 to 9:00 PM. This will be done with the Sisters of Life. In honour of this event, Cardinal Collins has designated the doors of our parish as “Jubilee Doors of Mercy” for the entire weekend of November 19th and 20th. Those who pass through our doors on that weekend are eligible to receive the Jubilee Indulgence.
Those who wish to receive the Jubilee Indulgence, in addition to passing through the Door of mercy, must celebrate the Sacrament of Reconciliation (up to eight days before or after the event), participate in a celebration of the Holy Eucharist, reflect on the mercy of God, make a profession of faith and offer a prayer for the Holy Father and his intentions.
The “Book of Remembrance” has been placed in the church for the month of November. Parishioners may add names of deceased family members or friends for whom they wish the parish to offer prayers during this season of remembrance.
On Sunday, November 6, we will move our clocks back one hour to change to standard time. Please remember only the Sunday Masses next weekend will begin in accordance with standard time.