Thank you to all who supported ShareLife this year. The parish has exceeded its goal of $42,000 thanks to your generosity. To date, we have raised slightly over $42,000.
Those who still wish to donate to ShareLife may do so by donating at the church, mailing your donation to the parish office (659 Markham Street, Toronto, Ontario M6G 2M1) or through the archdiocesan website’s “Donate Now” portal at: www.archtoronto.org.
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 20, 2021 at 2–3 pm or Wednesday, November 24, 2021 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 13, 2021 at 2-3 pm or Wednesday, November 17, 2021 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 at www. religioused.stpeterstoronto.ca, for further details and information about this year’s programme.
As you might imagine, as a Catholic priest, I do not get too many Valentine cards; so, when I do, I remember them. As memorable as all the cards that I receive are, the Valentine card that I will always remember is the card that I received this past Valentine’s Day.
Our parish offers a meal on Monday evenings from November to March. This Winter Welcome Table meal is for those who might not otherwise be able to afford a warm meal. Normally, it is served indoors as a sit-down meal, but recently we have had to serve it as a take-out meal as a result of COVID 19. Over the years those of us who volunteer with this program have gotten to know the “regulars.” Those who come are always grateful for what they receive. They are almost always kind and considerate. On many occasions they will want to take something to someone else who is in need and unable to come. They wish to share as they receive. Last year, one of the men who attended would often bring extra food that he had come across or found on sale so that it could be shared with others. Continue reading
Bulletin for week of November 7, 2021
On Sunday, November 7, 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.
The parish is collecting clean winter coats, sweaters and winter clothing for distribution among those who attend the Winter Welcome Table for a warm meal. Toiletries and unused socks are also in great demand. Please donate in the boxes at the doors of the Church.
In the month of November it is our tradition to pray for our beloved. The parish will have a “Book of Remembrance” for the faithful departed and the names of all those family members written in it will be remembered at all masses throughout 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 November 2, All Souls day the parish will have Masses for All Souls at 8:00 AM and 7:00 PM.
The parish has invited the families of those who have had a death this year to the 7:00 PM Mass.
In the first reading this Sunday from the Book of Deuteronomy, we hear one of the most important passages in the Jewish scriptures. In this passage, Moses tells the people of Israel that if they obey the commandments that God has given them, God will save them, they will be His people and He will bring them to the Promised Land—a land flowing with milk and honey. This promise is followed by Moses speaking to the people of Israel a great profession of faith that the people of Israel are to keep on their lips several times a day. It is known as the great “Shema Yisrael” prayer which states: “Hear, O Israel: The Lord our God, the Lord is one. You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your might. And these words that I command to you today shall be on your heart.” Continue reading
