St. Peter’s Office will be closed on Easter Monday, March 28. Daily Mass on that day will be at 10:00 AM in the Centre Chapel. Please note that there will be no adoration on that day.
Holy Week—A Week of Mercy!
“Father, Forgive them, for they do not know what they do” (Luke 23:34).
At that moment in history when humanity had committed its greatest offense against God—when Jesus had been handed over to death by His friend Judas, betrayed by Peter, hung upon a cross to be executed, and people sneered and jeered at Him as He suffered to save the world—Jesus’ response is profound passion for His people:
“Father, Forgive them, for they do not know what they do” (Luke 23:34).
As Pope Francis has said when he proclaimed this year as the Year of Mercy, “Jesus Christ is the face of the Father’s mercy.” This week, Holy Week, as we celebrate the great mysteries of our salvation, we participate in the great events of God’s mercy. These events are all recounted in this Sunday’s reading of the Passion narrative from the Gospel of Luke. As we celebrate this Sunday Passion or Palm Sunday, we hear how soon after Jesus was gloriously welcomed into Jerusalem as that city’s Savior, He celebrated the Jewish Passover with His disciples and was then betrayed and put to death. Continue reading
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Tuesday, March 22 – Chrism Mass
Kindly note that on Tuesday, March 22, Mass will be celebrated at 8:00 AM in the Centre Chapel rather than the normal time as Fr. Michael and Fr. Yaw will be attending the Chrism Mass at 11:00 AM held at St. Michael’s Cathedral on that day.
Holy Week Schedule – 2016
Donation for Easter Flowers
Every year the parish relies on the generosity of parishioners to decorate the church with flowers. If you would like to make a donation to purchase flowers, please make your donation by using the envelope “Flowers for Easter” marked with your name, address and envelope numbers. Thank you for your generosity.
Fifth Sunday of Lent (ShareLife Sunday) – March 13, 2016
Working wonders by providing vital life-restoring needs…
“Agencies are lifesaving and life-restoring to those who regularly rely on them. Families are working through crises
and are healing. People with developmental challenges are supported as they experience a sense of self-worth and fulfillment in their daily activities. Seniors are living independently, yet have access to the social services and care they need. Refugees and new Canadians are guided toward a stable, productive livelihood in their newfound home. Sometimes the results are obvious and sometimes they’re invisible but, always, they make a tangible difference. Please prayerfully consider today how you can support ShareLife.” —Thomas Cardinal Collins, Archbishop of Toronto.
Today is ShareLife Sunday – March 13, 2016
Please give generously. You can work wonders!
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Assisted Suicide – Protect the vulnerable and those who care for them!
By June 2016, the Government of Canada is expected to pass legislation to legalize assisted suicide. Cardinal Collins encourages Catholics throughout the archdiocese to visit CanadiansforConscience.ca and support the Coalition for HealthCARE and Conscience. The coalition represents a group of like-minded partners, including 5,000 doctors across Canada, who are committed to protecting conscience rights for health practitioners and facilities. You can use this website to write directly to your Member of Parliament, respectfully expressing your concerns. Given tight timelines for this legislation, please take action no later than April 1, 2016.