WORLD DAY OF PRAYER FOR VOCATIONS – MAY 11
On this day, Christians are invited to reflect on the meaning of God’s call and to pray for vocations. Christ continues to lead people through His Bishops. Priests, diaconal (and religious) and calls many to follow him in this way. Priestly, diaconal and religious vocations should be a constant concern in the heart of God’s people. Ordo 2024-2025, p.132
MESSAGE FOR MOTHER'S DAY 2025 (excerpt)
His Eminence Frank Cardinal Leo, Metropolitan Archbishop of Toronto
... On this Mother’s Day I wish to extend my blessing on all mothers. Thank you for everything you do for your families, the Church and the world. Through your daily acts of love, often hidden and humble but profoundly meaningful, you witness to God’s love and are a sign of hope in the world. I encourage and pray for you and all mothers who embrace their vocation. May you seek daily to build the foundation of your children’s lifelong relationship with God and be beacons of hope in the world. Please know that you are loved and appreciated and that your motherhood is not only important, it is sacred. May the Blessed Mother intercede and inspire you every day as “Catholic Moms”, may your love for the Risen Lord increase daily, and may you continue your Pilgrimage of Hope in this life as an inspirational example of God’s love whose fullness we will experience in the life to come.
God bless our mothers powerfully and abundantly.
Father Joseph,
May the Lord bless you. May he fill your life with his joy and sustain you by his grace. Thank you for your faithful service to the people of God.
Congratulations on the 25th Anniversary of your Ordination! - The St. Cecilia Parish Community
EUCHARISTIC ADORATION
Sunday, May 11, 2025
Adoration will take place after the 9:00 a.m. Mass before the 11 a.m. Mass
SHARE LIFE - FOURTH SUNDAY OF EASTER
World Day of Prayers for Vocations
Sow the seeds of hope for the next generation
Our 2025 ShareLife goal is: $63,500.00. So far, we have raised: $35,059.00
The future of the Church depends on men and women heroically answering God’s call. When you support ShareLife, you enable the discernment, formation and education of those who will serve in our parishes through the Office of Vocations and seminaries. Your kindness makes it possible for future priests to attend St. Augustine's Seminary and the Redemptoris Mater Missionary Seminary where they learn to tend to the Lord’s vineyard and work for the salvation of souls. In addition, St. Augustine’s Seminary educates permanent deacons and lay people serving our parishes. Thank you for your prayers and commitment towards young people on their journeys of faith.
NATIONAL SHRINE TO THE CANADIAN MARTYRS GALA DINNER
June 11, 2025
Bellvue Manor, 8083 jane Street, Vaughan
The Martyrs Shrine, Midland, is hosting a dinner gala with all proceeds going to support upgrades to its infrastructure during its centennial year. Guests will enjoy food at booths hosted by some of the major ethnic pilgrimage groups, and a banquet dinner.
Special guest: Frank, Cardinal Leo.
Tickets: $200, martyrs-shrine.com/spring-gala.
A DAY WITH MARY
Hosted by the Archdiocese of Toronto
Saturday, May 31, 2025
Villanova College, King City
Online registration is now open for A Day With Mary. During this Jubilee Holy Year, spend a day with our Blessed Mother and deepen your devotion to her through a keynote address by Dr. Josephine Lombardi, inspiring witness, and Holy Mass
presided over by His Eminence, Frank Cardinal Leo. This family-friendly event will have music, food, fellowship, children’s catechesis and activities – something for everyone.
INFO/REGISTER: archtoronto.org/mary.
MARY, MOTHER OF GOD SCHOOL
Still Registering for 2025/2026
(NEW FAMILY RATES!)
Have you heard of Mary, Mother of God School? We are an affordable private school (Grades K-12) located in the Roncesvalles/Parkdale area. Deeply rooted in the Catholic tradition with a special devotion to Our Lady, we have an excellent academic program, a dynamic and joyful student life, and small classes where each student is known and loved. We are still interviewing for September 2025: please visit: www.marymotherofgodschool.org or call us at 416-531-7897.
SEEING WITH HEART - A DAY OF REFLECTION FOR PARENTS OF LGBTQ YOUNG ADULTS
Saturday, June 7, 2025, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Manresa Jesuit Spiritual Renewal Centre
2325 Liverpool Rd., Pickering
This day of reflection will provide parents with an opportunity to share their stories, listen to presentations, reflect on the gifts and talents of their children, and participate in group discussions. The day ends with Mass. We hope to provide a relaxed and supportive environment for parents to meet and interact with other parents, reflect and discuss concerns, learn about resources, strengthen their love, and grow closer to God.
Facilitator: Fr. Bernie Carroll, S.J. - Superior of the Pickering Jesuit Community.
Suggested offering: $65 per person. Includes lunch.
INFO/TO REGISTER: Mike Hyland, 647-296-2499
CANADA HEALTH DAY - MAY 12
All Christians should celebrate and pray for the gift of health - physical, emotional, social and spiritual…health and healing are essential aspects of our baptismal vocation. We are called to take responsibility for our personal health: to prevent illness and to seek a healthy lifestyle. Health means concern for the health of our communities, respect for God's creatures and the nurturing of the whole earth. - Ordo 2024-2025, p.133
CHURCH BULLETIN ADVERTISING
Liturgical Publications will be setting up the advertisements for the church bulletin. The advertising will begin in May 2025 and supports the bulletin service. Please support our bulletin and advertise your product or service.
Call Liturgical Publications at 905 624 4422
Scripture Readings for
18 May 2025
First Reading: Acts 14 : 21b - 27
Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 145
Second Reading: Revelation 21 : 1 - 5a
Gospel: John 13 : 1, 33 - 33a, 34 - 35++
OFFERTORY
| Weekly, May 4 ShareLife Sunday First Communion Mass Holy Thursday Good Friday Easter |
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Thank you for your generosity!
MASS INTENTIONS OF THE WEEK
Mon. May 12 - Sun. May 18, 2025
Monday 9:05 a.m.
For a happy death
through the intercession of St. Joseph (INT)
Req. by Maria L.
Tuesday 9:05 a.m.
Phuong Luu (RIP)
Req. by Jacqueline Pancott
Thursday 9:05 a.m.
Dias and Clementino Families (RIP)
Req. by R.C.
Sunday 9 a.m.
Mario Silva (RIP)
Req. by Antonio Arcuri
Sunday 11 a.m.
Cherie Lynn and Joseph Majchzrak &
Emily Tymonienko (RIP)
Req. by Lidia Majchrzak
PLEASE PRAY FOR THE SICK
Please notify the office of any changes to the list
Hang Sam Lee, Richard Mijares, Connie Tari-Kornhauser, Lisa Reardon, Stuart Robson, Rosa Maria Santos, Bianca Auriemma, Rosie Po, Frank Ferreira, Antonina Koziara, Julia Collins, Mary Ann Cuschieri, Sebastian Caravalho, Anne Tran Fazzalari, Gabriel Sebastian Romano, Robert Freimuts, Giuseppe R., Mikayla Haswell, Victoria Cooper, Anna Solims, Lorenza Varga, Steven McKinney, Krysten Telfer, Edward Spiteri, Maria Ruccolo, Winifred Ismail, Mimi Ashton, Ann Baby, Marta DiGregorio, Rosa Loschiavo, Anne Marie Skewes, Blossom Reid, Sophia Oppel, Timothy McNulty, Gwen Chabane, & Biruta Niedra.
CHANGE OF ADDRESS?
If you moved this year, please inform the office of your new address. Thank you.