First Confession, First Communion & Confirmation Prep for 2024 ~ 2025

It’s that time of year to begin registrations for this year’s Sacramental Preparation Programme. We are accepting registrations for ALL children, in both Public and Catholic schools, wishing to prepare for the celebration of the Sacraments of First Reconciliation, Holy Eucharist and Confirmation next spring.

First Communion: Children in grade two or older are invited to celebrate the Sacraments of First Confession and First Communion. Parents interested in enrolling their children in this programme are invited to attend one of the two scheduled meetings – Saturday, November 9, 2024 at 2-3 pm or Wednesday, November 13, 2024 at 7 -8 pm. The meeting will take place in the main Church.

Confirmation: Children in grade seven or older are invited to celebrate the Sacrament of Confirmation. Parents AND their children interested in enrolling in this programme are invited to attend one of the two scheduled meetings – Saturday, November 16, 2024 at 2-3 pm or Wednesday, November 20, 2024 at 7-8 pm. The meeting will take place in the main Church.

All Sacramental Preparation Classes must be attended by both Catholic and Public school children. Please inquire at the Parish Office, contact Fr. Michael at 416-534-4219, ext. 211 or visit us online for further details and information about this year’s programme

Volunteer Facilitators Needed for Children’s Liturgy

We are seeking enthusiastic volunteers to help lead our Children’s Liturgy during the 11:15 am Mass on Sundays. This is a wonderful opportunity to engage with our young parishioners and share the joy of faith with them.

Commitment: Once a month rotation

Role: Facilitator for Children’s Liturgy

If you are interested in volunteering, please contact our parish office.  Thank you for considering this rewarding opportunity to serve our community!

Workshop news from the Social Justice Committee

The parish’s Social Justice Committee would like to bring to people attention an important talk on the Catholic perspective on the Medical Assistance in Dying. The workshop, Witnesses to Hope – Building an Authentic Culture of Life in the Face of Legal and Expanding Euthanasia (MAiD) in Canada, will be led by Dr. Patricia Murphy on Saturday, October 26th at St. Augustine’s Seminary.  For more information, please visit their website.

Bereavement Support Group Meeting – October 11 at 11:30 am

St. Peter’s Bereavement Support Group will be meeting on the 2nd Friday of the month. The next meeting will take place on Friday, October 11 from 10 am to 11:30 am in the rectory. Refreshments provided.

This spiritual reflection and support ministry is open to all whose lives have been touched by the loss of a loved one. Please register at the parish office (416-534-4219) or email
Facilitator: Mary Benincasa

The Archangels Michael, Gabriel and Raphael: Messengers of God’s Love for All People

Have you ever had a bright light shone in your eyes? When this happens, it can become impossible to see or notice anything else as a result of the light’s intensity. Many people who perform on stage say that the light can be so bright that even if the theatre is full, all they are able to see in the assembly is the bright light shining in their face. This is an image that I would like to come back to in a few minutes.

Today, in the Archdiocese of Toronto, we are celebrating the Feast of St. Michael the Archangel. We are doing so because Archbishop Leo has asked that we celebrate the feast of our Archdiocesan patron. The feast that we are actually celebrating today is the Feast of the Archangels Michael, Gabriel and Raphael. So happy feast day to all who are named Michael, Gabriel or Raphael. Angels are created beings who are messengers of God. Angels have a mission to bring a message on behalf of God. The guardian angels have been created to bring a message of God’s particular care and love for each of us. The Archangels are those that are given a more important task or message from God. Michael, who is known as the prince of the angels, is known as the “one who is like God.” It is his job to defend people from Satan and to protect us from temptation. Gabriel is known as “strength from God,” and because he is often entrusted with an important message from God, he is known as the messenger of God. Raphael is known as the “healing power of God,” and is best known for his saving work on behalf Sarah and Tobias in the book of Tobit. As messengers of God, the work of the angels is always involved with protecting us from what will threaten our salvation, bring God’s healing presence, or announce His good news. Continue reading →