God, whose gifts are countless and whose goodness is without limit, teach us, we pray, to use wisely the rich blessings of the land and sea, to be attentive to the needs of others, and to give as freely as we have received. - Ritual Lectionary, Thanksgiving Day
WORLD MISSION SUNDAY - October 19/20
There will be a second collection NEXT weekend for World Mission Sunday. This is a worldwide collection for the missionary Church, and it is our opportunity to assist at-need Catholic communities around the global. Our offerings are combined with those of other Catholics around the world and distributed to missions and dioceses. We are called to share from our abundance with those who are less fortunate and lack the essentials to know, love and praise God. Thank you for your support.
NEW BEGINNINGS
Online Bereavement Introductory Program
October 16, 2024 @ 7:00 pm
REGISTER: https://nbb1024.eventbrite.ca/
Online Separated/Divorced Introductory Program
October 17, 2024 @ 7:00 pm
REGISTER: https://nbsd1024.eventbrite.ca/
INFO: Arcangelo Limanni, MRE alimanni@cfstoronto.com, (647) 215-3978
DAUGHTERS OF ISABELLA CANDLE SALE
October 19/20 and 26/27
The Daughters of Isabella will be selling large red votive candles for home use after all Masses the last 2 weekends of October. The cost is $10 per candle. Fr. Joseph will be available to bless the candles after purchase.
They may be used to remember your deceased family and friends during the month of November.
PARISH HEAD COUNT
The annual Archdiocesan parish headcount will take place the following weekends: Oct 19/20 and Oct 26/27. The attendance count provides the archdiocese with valuable information regarding parish vitality and needs.
FIRST HOLY COMMUNION AND CONFIRMATION
Parents/legal guardians of children currently in Grade 2 or above who wish to receive First Holy Communion in the Spring of 2025 are invited to register for sacramental preparation on our parish website: saintcecilia.ca
DEADLINE: Tuesday, November 5, 2024
MANDATORY PARENT MEETING: Sunday, November 10, 2024, after the 11 a.m. Mass.
Parishioner families with children currently in Grade 7 or 8 who wish to celebrate Confirmation in the Spring of 2025 are invited to register for sacramental preparation on our parish website: saintcecilia.ca
DEADLINE: Tuesday, November 5, 2024 or earlier if we reach capacity
Non-parishioners require a letter of permission from their pastor to prepare in this parish.
PIZZA SUNDAY - OCTOBER 20, 2024
Please plan to stay after Mass next Sunday to socialize and enjoy some of Maria’s pizza, available to purchase whole or by the slice. Help raise funds for the next phase of the renovation.
TRIVIA NIGHT – FRIDAY, OCTOBER 25, 2024
SAVE THE DATE!
Tickets on sale after Masses next weekend. Play alone or as a team. Snacks will be available for purchase. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.
SHARELIFE
To date, we’ve raised $42,348.85 towards our suggested goal of $63,500.00. Please share your blessings by making a contribution to our parish campaign on-line at: sharelife.org/donate or at the parish using a ShareLife envelope.
Thank-you!
CHORISTERS WANTED!
The parish choir invites people of all ages with an interest in singing to join the choir. All experience levels are welcome! Rehearsals are Thursdays at 7 p.m. and the choir sings at the 11 a.m. Mass on Sundays.
For more information, please contact Choir director Peter Treen: 416 760 4416, petertreen@hotmail.com
WELCOME BACK COFFEE SUNDAY - September 15th
Please plan to stay after Mass NEXT weekend for treats and to catch up with fellow parishioners.
Hosted by The Knights of Columbus & The Daughters of Isabella
Scripture Readings for
15 September 2024
24th Sunday in Ordinary Time
First Reading: Isaiah 50.5-90
Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 116
Second Reading: James 2.14-18
Gospel: Mark 8.27-35
MASS INTENTIONS OF THE WEEK
Mon. Oct 14 - 20
Wednesday 9:05 a.m.
Sr. Marilina Cinelli (INT)
Req. by Toronto North Rosary Apostolate
Friday 9:05 a.m.
Peter Czajkowski (RIP)
Req. by The Czajkowski Family
Saturday 9:05 a.m.
Natalie and Ted Chabane (INT)
On their 50th Anniversary
Req. by Colleen
Saturday 7 p.m.
Jardelina Melo and Manuel Umbelina (RIP)
Req. by Their Children
Sunday 9 a.m.
Intentions of the Parish Community
Sunday 11 a.m.
Stan Trojanowski (RIP)
Req. by his family
PLEASE PRAY FOR THE SICK
Please notify the office of any changes to the list
Hang Sam Lee, Richard Mijares, Drew Fiala, 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, Dominic Coccimiglio, 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.