The Resurrection of the Lord
Jesus said to her, "Mary!" She turned and said to him in Hebrew, "Rabbouni!" Jesus said to her "Do not hold on to me, because I have not yet ascended to the Father. But go to my brothers and say to them, "I am ascending to my Father and your Father, to my God and your God."
Mary Magdalene went and announced to the disciples, "I have seen the Lord"; and she told them that he said these things to her. - John 20. 16-18
Happy Easter
May the Hope and Joy of Easter remain in your heart and with your family forever.
Divine Mercy Novena
Monday, April 10th to Saturday, April 15th at 9:30 a.m.
Sunday, April 16th
Divine Mercy Sunday
Upcoming Sacrament Dates to Note
Thursday, April 20th: Confirmandi Confessions & Rehearsal at 7:00 p.m.
Friday, April 21st: Sacrament of Confirmation Mass at 7:00 p.m.
Thursday, May 4th Rehearsal for First Holy Communion
Saturday, May 6th: Sacrament of First Communion Mass at 2 p.m.
SHOW YOUR LOVE BY GIVING TO SHARELIFE
Jesus’ love for us invites us to give to others, especially those most in need. ShareLife agencies continue to support the most vulnerable in our community through services that are only possible through your kind and generous donations.
Our parish goal this year is $58,000.00
So far we have raised: $27, 075.00. Thank you for your support! For those still wishing to contribute to our parish campaign, you may donate with an envelope at Mass, online via the Archdiocesan parish website: https://stceciliasto.archtoronto.org/
OR at: sharelife.org/donate
Thank you for sharing as you are able!
“SO WHAT HAPPENS NOW? MY NEW LIFE AFTER THE RESURRECTION"
with Fr. Michael Corpus
Saturday, April 15, 2023 - 8 a.m. Mass,
Breakfast at 8:30 a.m.
Presentation from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Blessed Trinity Church, 3220 Bayview Ave., Toronto
As the long journey through Lent finally comes to an end and Easter dawns upon us, we can so quickly move onto the ordinary once again. There is new life found in the Resurrection of Jesus Christ, and we are called into the light. Join in this retreat, as Fr. Michael Corpus (Vice-Rector at St. Augustine's Seminary and former intern seminarian of Blessed Trinity Parish) returns to share his wisdom on resisting the ordinary and striving for excellence in the Easter Season.
CONTACT: Ria Kinghorn
416-827-6659 ria_sunshine@hotmail.com https://www.blessedtrinityparish.ca/
REGIONAL MASS OF WELOME FOR ARCHBISHOP FRANCIS LEO
Tuesday, April 11th at 7 p.m.
Blessed Trinity Parish, 3220 Bayview Ave
Parishioners of St. Cecilia as well as other parishes of the region are invited to attend this Regional Mass of Welcome for Archbishop Francis Leo. A reception will follow Mass in the Blessed Trinity parish hall. There is plenty of space. All are welcome!
Please continue to keep Archbishop Leo in your prayers as he begins his ministry as our shepherd.
REMINDER - COINS FOR LIFE
Please return Coins for Life Boxes on Sunday, April 16th (Divine Mercy Sunday).
ProLife groups rely on our generosity to support and promote the life of the unborn, people with disabilities, the elderly...all of us. Right to life is the first inalienable right which is being ignored and denied in our time.
On Divine Mercy Sunday, a spokesperson from Right to Life will be present after Masses to answer any questions you may have. Coffee and treats will be served in the Hall after Masses.
HOLY NAME OF MARY COLLEGE SCHOOL (HNMCS)
OPEN HOUSE
April 15, 2023 at 10 a.m.
2241 Mississauga Rd. Mississauga, ON L5H 2K8
Holy Name of Mary College School (HNMCS), an independent Catholic school for girls in grades 5-12, will host an Open House on April 15th at 10 am. It will provide an opportunity to discover the benefits of an HNMCS education, and include a campus tour as well as introductions to the HNMCS faculty, students, and administrators. We hope to see you there!
INFO: www.hnmcs.ca OR Giselle Fernandes at 905-891-1890, ext. 103.
END-OF-LIFE MATTERS (Part 1)
Saturday, April 22, 2023 09:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
All Saints' Church, 1415 Royal York Rd, Etobicoke
This is a two-part series: Sat. April 22 and Sat. April 29.
Dr. Moira McQueen, Canadian Catholic Bioethics Institute, will discuss End-of-Life Matters, including Palliative Care and MAiD.
RESERVATIONS: allsts.guestspeaker@gmail.com, OR obtain tickets after weekend Masses, or visit the parish office.
There is no fee to participate. Contributions are welcome.
CHURCH BULLETIN ADVERTISING
Liturgical Publications will be setting up the advertisements for our church bulletin.
The advertising will begin in May 2023 and supports the bulletin service. Please support the bulletin and advertise your product or service.
Call Liturgical Publications at 905 624 4422
Scripture Readings for
16 April 2023
Divine Mercy Sunday
First Reading: Acts 2 : 42 - 47
Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 118
Second Reading: 1 Peter 1 : 3 - 9
Gospel: John 20 : 19 - 31
MASS INTENTIONS OF THE WEEK
Mon. April 10 - Sun. April 16, 2023
Friday 9:05 a.m.
Theresa Bathazar (RIP)
Req. by Frances McKee
Saturday 9:05 a.m.
Emiddio and Sylvia Ruccolo (RIP)
Req. by Maria Ruccolo
Saturday 7 p.m.
Jardelina Melo and Manuel Umbelina (RIP)
Req. by Their Children
Sunday 9 a.m.
Antonia Hymenes and Felicia O'Connor (RIP)
Req. by Ben and Annette Beneditz
Sunday 11 a.m.
Zofia and John Leja (RIP)
Req. by The 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, Ignacio Juarez Ednet, Dominic Coccimiglio, Winifred Ismail, Mimi Ashton, Ann Baby, Marta DiGregorio, Guy Alcamo, and Rosa Loschiavo.
Please notify the office of any changes to the list.
OFFERTORY
Weekly: $ 2,140.00
Taxes and Insurance: $ 800.00
Sharelife: $ 100.00
2023 OFFERTORY ENVELOPES are ready for pick-up at the back of the church.
Please print your full name, address, and phone number on the envelope, when making your first few 2023 donations. New envelope users/parishioners are asked to fill out a Parish Registration Form (available from an usher) and return it to an usher to obtain offertory envelopes for 2023.
Thank you for your generosity!
CHANGE OF ADDRESS?
If you moved this year, please inform the office of your new address. Thank you.