HOLY WEEK SCHEDULE
PALM SUNDAY MASSES, APRIL 12/13th
Saturday: 7:00 p.m.
Sunday: 9:00 & 11:00 a.m.
CONFESSIONS
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 16th
9:30-10:00 a.m. and 7:30-8:30 p.m.
HOLY THURSDAY, APRIL 17th
No morning Mass
Mass of the Lord's Supper - 6:30 p.m.
Eucharistic Adoration: 11:00 p.m. - midnight
Confessions: 11:00 p.m. - midnight
GOOD FRIDAY, APRIL 18th
No morning Mass
Confessions: 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Divine Mercy Novena: 2:45 p.m.
Celebration of the Lord's Passion
3:00 p.m.
Followed by Stations of the Cross
HOLY SATURDAY, APRIL 19th
No morning Mass
12:00 p.m. Blessing of the Food
12:15 p.m. Divine Mercy Novena
12:30-1:00 Confessions
EASTER
EASTER VIGIL, SATURDAY, APRIL 19th
9:30 p.m.
EASTER SUNDAY, APRRIL 20th
8:45 a.m. Divine Mercy Novena
9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. Masses
LENTEN STATIONS OF THE CROSS
On Fridays during Lent, after morning Mass, the Celebrant will lead the Stations of the Cross, except on First Fridays, when the faithful may offer Stations of the Cross privately.
EUCHARISTIC ADORATION
Sunday, April 13, 2025
Adoration will take place after the 9:00 a.m. Mass before the 11 a.m. Mass
COFFEE SUNDAY – THIS SUNDAY
April 6, 2025
Please stay after Mass this weekend for coffee, treats and socialising.
You open the door to safety from abuse
Your support of ShareLife-funded agencies is a saving grace for victims of domestic abuse. Maria was trapped in an abusive relationship, isolated from family and friends. A mother of three, pregnant with her fourth, she needed to escape for her safety and theirs. At Safe Centre of Peel, led by Catholic Family Services Peel-Dufferin, 17 partner agencies unite to care for families. They provide legal assistance, safe housing, and financial aid. Through your solidarity, Maria and her young children were able to secure the freedom they deserve.
Thus far we have raised $31,998.90 towards our goal of $63,500.00. You may give to the campaign anytime at the parish using a ShareLife envelope or
online at: sharelife.org/donate.
WORLDWIDE MARRIAGE ENCOUNTER EXPERIENCE
June 27-29, 2025
Queen of Apostles Renewal Centre,
1617 Blythe Rd, Mississauga
Are you ready for more growth and happiness in your marriage or priesthood? Join us for a weekend that could change your life. Discover the Secrets to a Lasting, Supportive, and Transformational Marriage!
This weekend is for couples, whether you are newlyweds or have been married for decades. It’s also perfect for priests looking to deepen their relationship with their communities.
CONTACT: Christian & Elizabeth Arroba
416-554-4439 OR 416-554-7062
WOUNDED HEALER
16th Annual Women of the Word Conference
Saturday, April 12, 2025 - 9:00 am - 2:30 pm
The Royalton Hospitality, 8201 Weston Rd., Vaughan
Women of the Word Toronto celebrates its 16th Annual Conference with Drs. Carol Razza, Josephine Lombardi, WOW-T team and Mary Filangi.
INFO & TICKETS at www.wowblessingstoronto.com.
PISANKI EASTER EGG DECORATING WORKSHOP
THIS SUNDAY, APRIL 6, 2025
Come down to the Hall after the 9 or 11 am Mass this Sunday to learn the traditional Pisanki style of Easter egg decorating! All materials will be provided. There is no charge to participate but donations are most welcome. Please bring a container to carry your egg home. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.
THE CANADIAN CATHOLIC BIOETHICS INSTITUTE
Religious and Spiritual Aspects of Suffering (free webinar)
April 9, 7 pm – 8:30 pm
Speakers: Charles Lewis & Dr Ann Sirek, Host: Dr Moira McQueen
REGISTER: bioethics.usmc@utoronto.ca.
A Zoom invitation will be sent prior to the webinar. A recording of the webinar will be posted to www.ccbi-toronto.ca and an email notice of its availability will be circulated to all those on CCBI’s email lists.
TENEBRAE
Friday, April 18, 2025, 7:30 - 09:00 pm
St. Paul's Basilica, 83 Power St., Toronto
Tenebrae is a unique and special service, adapted from 9th century medieval Roman Catholic practices, marking the days of Holy Week with readings, music and candles extinguished one by one. St. Paul's Basilica invites you to experience the Tenebrae service, sung by members of the St. Michael’s Choir School Alumni Choir and set to music composed by the school’s founder, Msgr. John Edward Ronan. This is a solemn liturgical service, open and free to all. However, a free-donation will be gratefully accepted.
CONTACT: St. Paul's Basilica, 416-364-7588
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
2024 DONATION TAX RECEIPTS
Tax Receipts for donations made to the parish through the parish are being prepared for distribution by the parish office. Donations made to the parish through the archdiocese are receipted by the archdiocese. We thank all those who make their sacrificial offering each week. We are especially grateful for parishioners who make up for offerings missed while they are away, recognising that church expenses don't take holidays.
2025 OFFERTORY ENVELOPES
2025 offertory envelopes are ready for pick-up at the back of the church. Please do not use your 2025 offertory envelopes until January 1st, 2025. Please print your full name, address, and phone number on the envelope, when making your first few 2025 donations.
New envelope users/parishioners are asked to fill out a Parish Registration Form and return it to an usher to obtain offertory envelopes for 2025. Thank you!
Scripture Readings for
13 April 2025
First Reading: Isaiah 50: 4 - 7
Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 22
Second Reading: Philippians 2 : 6 - 11
Gospel: Luke 23 : 1 - 49
OFFERTORY
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Weekly, 30 March 2025 |
$ 1,735.00 $ 30,530.00 |
Thank you for your generosity!
MASS INTENTIONS OF THE WEEK
Mon. April 7 - Sun. April 13, 2025
Monday 9:05 a.m.
Jardelina Melo (RIP)
Req. by Elizabeth and Dan Bruce
Wednesday 9:05 a.m
Theresa Balthazar (RIP)
Req. by Frances McKee
Thursday 9:05 a.m.
Hartmut (Ben) Beneditz(RIP)
Req. by Annette Beneditz
Saturday 7:00 p.m.
Jardelina Melo and Manuel Umbelina (RIP)
Req. by Their Children
Sunday 9:00 a.m.
Antonia Hymenes, Felicia O’ Connor, and
Alma Serrette (RIP)
Req. by Annette Beneditz
Sunday 11:00 a.m.
Cheri Lynn and Joseph Majchrzak, and
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.