With a strong emphasis on safety for all we are seeking volunteers for the Winter Welcome Table program as we strive to provide a nourishing take out meal for those in need commencing Monday, Nov. 2nd. This is a joint Stewardship service cosponsored by St. Joan of Arc and St. Peter’s Parishes. Service will include welcoming food preparation, meal distribution and clean up. For additional information please contact Sr. Gabriel at St. Peter’s at 416-534-4219 or Richard Tone at St. Joan of Arc via rjtone2011@gmail.com

There will be a second collection next week for the Evangelization of the Nations, otherwise known as World Mission Sunday. This is a worldwide collection for the missionary church and it is our opportunity to assist at-need Catholic communities globally.. We are called to share from our abundance. Thank you for your support of this important work

The 2020-2021 Sunday Missal for the new liturgical year which begins on the First Sunday of Advent on November 29, is now available at the parish office. Cost is $6.00

St. Peter’s Parish is now accepting 2021 Mass Intentions for all weekday Masses at 8 AM (Monday-Friday) and weekend Masses Saturday 5 PM, Sunday 9:00 AM and 11:15 AM

Offering: For announced date $20 per Mass and for Unannounced date $10 per Mass. The parish has been given permission to celebrate Mass with multiple intentions every Thursday at the 8:00 am Mass. As this is something which requires special permission from the Bishop, the parish cannot accept multiple intentions on other days.

The parish office is open to book Mass intentions on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. However, to avoid crowds in the office during the pandemic you are asked to call and make an appointment for your visit (416-534-4219)

As we celebrate Thanksgiving this weekend, Father Michael and the parish staff would like to thank all of the parishioners for their support and understanding during this pandemic. We pray that your family is safe and well this Thanksgiving. Happy Thanksgiving!

Office Closed – Thanksgiving Day
Monday, Oct. 12 – Mass at 10 am and no adoration

Normally every thanksgiving the parish has a food drive for the Good Shepherd Ministry. This year we are not collecting canned foods. Instead, if you are able to support the Good Shepherd Ministry, you may donate money to help them feed those most in need. Donations may be sent directly to them at: Good Shepherd Ministries, 412 Queen Street East, Toronto, ON M5A 1T3. Alternatively, cheques may be made payable to: St. Peter’s Church – Food Drive and the parish will forward your donation directly to them. If you would like more information about the good work they do, please go to -www.goodshepherd.ca

Thank you for remembering those most in need at Thanksgiving.

In honour of the feast of St. Francis of Assisi on October 4, the parish will celebrate the blessing of pets on Sunday, October 4, 2020 at 2:30 pm outside the main doors of the Church. All pets and owners are welcome. For the safety of all people and animals, all pets must be leashed, caged or held in owners’ control.

Since our parish re-opened in June, so many wonderful volunteers have worked as hospitality ministers and to keep our church clean. Thank you to all who have made re-opening possible through their generous work and contribution.

As we observe Stewardship Sunday in all the parishes throughout the Archdiocese of Toronto on Sunday, September 20^th, Cardinal Collins has recorded a thank you video for all of the volunteers throughout the Archdiocese.

I join with him in thanking all who volunteer at St. Peter’s on this Stewardship Sunday.

Thank you so very much!!!

May God bless you and your families and keep you safe.

Fr. Michael

Please take the time to watch Cardinal Collins gratitude video.