JUNE 28TH 2026 13TH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME (YEAR A)
Masses for the Week
| 2026-06-27 09:00 | † Elizabeth Barrera |
| 2026-06-27 17:00 | † Souls of Dias & Alvares Family |
| 2026-06-28 09:00 | † Hewald Dias |
| 2026-06-28 11:00 | People of the Parish |
| 2026-06-28 19:00 | † Sr. Visitation & Flory Menezes |
| 2026-06-29 09:00 | † Chong Tamkei |
| 2026-06-30 09:00 | † Anne Mildred Ellen Armeni |
| 2026-07-01 09:00 | † Querobina Lobo |
| 2026-07-02 09:00 | † Gina Cubellis |
| 2026-07-03 09:00 | † Naseem Sheikh † Martin Xaxier Faleiro † Jim Noronha † Gilda Bihag † Walter Laio † Kathleen Laverty † Marion & Mary Fennell Intention of Reil Laberinto Intention of the Supnet family Intention of Mary Rose & Howard Yu-Chua |
| 2026-07-04 09:00 | † Jack Menezes |
| 2026-07-04 17:00 | Intention of Chandra Udai |
REFLECTION
In today’s Gospel, we are reminded that the call to follow Christ is both a gift and a challenge. Jesus invites us to take up our cross and to walk in His ways, even when the path is not easy. True love, as taught by Christ, is not always comfortable. It calls us to selflessness, to sacrifice, and to place God and others before ourselves. This kind of love leads us beyond our own desires and opens our hearts to the deeper life that God offers. Each day, the Lord renews His invitation to us. He calls us to respond with faith, trust, and generosity. When we accept this call, we grow in holiness and become witnesses of His love in the world. May we ask for the grace this week to follow the Lord more closely, and to live with hearts open to His will.
As we share our final bulletin before the summer, we pray this season brings you rest, joy and renewal. We entrust your summer to the gentle care of St. Joseph, our patron and protector .May he watch over your travels, your homes and your hearts. God bless!
BEFORE YOU FIX YOUR WEDDING DATE
Thinking about doing your wedding in the Church? Great move! The way to go is to call the parish office and schedule an appointment with the priest at least 12 months before your desired wedding date. It is a requirement in the Catholic Archdiocese of Toronto.
Hoping for the best for you as you process and make this important life-long decision
Mission Appeals in St. Joseph's Parish On Sunday, July 18-19, 2026
Sr Felicia Matola, of the Franciscan Missionary Sisters for Africa (FMSA) will speak at all Masses on July 18-19, 2026. She spent 38 years in Africa doing teaching, youth work, women’s development and helping the desperately poor. FMSA’s Work: Evangelisation, Education, Health, Pastoral & Social Work, Emergency Relief, Climate Crisis Action, in Uganda, Kenya, South Sudan, Zambia and Zimbabwe.
DONATE GENEROUSLY- SEND IN YOUR MISSION ENVELOPE EARLY IF YOU WILL BE ON HOLIDAY!
Gratitude
The Catholic Women’s League of St. Joseph’s Parish extends its appreciation and gratitude to the Parish Community, Knights of Columbus, families, friends and the many CWL sisters in the League who worked tirelessly and contributed to the success of the 2026 Heritage Day June Bazaar, held on Saturday June 20th, 2026, a perfect sunny day. A big THANK YOU to all of you! Your generous contributions and hard work is essential as we continue to serve and support our Parish and our many charities.
MARY, SPOUSE OF JOSEPH PRAESIDIUM | Upcoming Events
(Please save these dates – last bulletin until September)
August 8—Patrician Meeting Guest Speaker: Sr. Gerardette Philips, RSCJ |Topic: “Vocation: God calls – we answer.”
August 15—Rosary in Different Languages Prayed prior to the morning Mass
September 5—Auxiliary Function & Fellowship Following the 9:00 AM Mass | Includes a short talk by a parishioner/Legionary
September 8 – Feast of Our Lady | Rosary at the Grotto After the 9:00 AM Mass. All parishioners are warmly invited
Joy Filled Marriage
Join us at St. Joseph’s Parish at Highland Creek for our marriage preparation program. Learn more about the Catholic teachings on marriage with our seasoned team of marriage course facilitators. Explore with other marriage preparation participants important topics such as faith, family, communication skills, finance-management, and goal-building using the rich resources from the Joy-Filled Marriage course.
The 6 weekly sessions fulfill the marriage preparation course required to be married in the Catholic Church. Fridays 7:00 – 9:30 PM from July 10, 2026 to August 21, 2026 (except July 31st)
For more details or to register, call the Parish Office at
416-282-0370 or email stjosephsSC@archtoronto.org
Rosary Sunday Pilgrimage to Martyrs' Shrine
Hosted by St. Joseph’s Highland Creek CWL
Join us for a day of prayer, community, and reflection at the Martyrs’ Shrine in Midland, Ontario. This event is open to all Catholic Women’s League (CWL) members, parishioners, family, and friends!
Event Details
Date: Sunday, September 13, 2026
Location: Martyrs’ Shrine (Midland, ON)
Cost: $50 per person (covers bus transportation)
Schedule of the Day
7:00 AM – Bus leaves St. Joseph’s Highland Creek Parish
12:00 PM (Noon) – Outdoor Mass at the Polish Altar
Celebrant: His Eminence Thomas Cardinal Collins
1:00 PM – Lunch (Please bring your own lunch)
2:30 PM – Procession of the Living Cross & Blessed Mary to the Papal Altar for Rosary & Benediction
4:00 PM – Bus departs from Martyrs’ Shrine to return home
Payment & Registration Info
Important Reminder: When making your payment, please write “Rosary Sunday” and the names of the attendees you are paying for in the memo line.
Payments can be made via two methods:
Cheque: Made payable to St. Joseph’s CWL
E-transfer: Send to stjosephscwlhc@gmail.com
Reserve Your Seats
To reserve your spot or if you have any questions, please contact Tierney Thorne:
Email: t.meghan.t@gmail.com
Phone: 647-378-7895
Sacred West Europe Pilgrimage
There will be a Sacred West Europe Pilgrimage from August 31 to September 16, 2026, under the spiritual guidance of Father Arinze, our Associate Pastor. The Sacred Sites to visit are spread across 12 cities in 6 countries of Western Europe, including the Vatican, Padua, Venice, Pisa, Assisi, Lucerne, Paris, Lourdes, Fatima, Lisbon, Engelberg, and Salamanca. The slots are limited, and the booking is on a first-come, first-served basis.
Dates & Pricing
Tour Dates: 31st Aug to 15th Sept 2026
Price: All-inclusive tour with flights for CAD$ 5,700 + Tips €90
Note on Tips: Tips of Euro 90 will be collected on the first day of the trip.
Spiritual Leadership
Spiritual Guidance by: Rev. Fr. Arinze Onwuzulike, CSSP
Affiliation: St. Joseph’s Parish, Scarborough, Toronto
Special Services: Mass in Lourdes & Fatima (Subject to availability)
Itinerary: Cities & Key Attractions
Cities Visited
Rome, Assisi, Pisa, Padova, Venice, Engelberg, Lucerne, Paris, Lourdes, Salamanca, Fatima, Lisbon.
Highlights & Landmarks
Vatican/Italy: Basilica of St. Peters, Vatican Museum, Basilica St. John Lateran, Santa Scala (Holy Steps), Trevi Fountain, Leaning Tower of Pisa, St. Francis of Assisi, St. Anthony of Padua, Venice.
Switzerland: Mt. Titlis with Ice Flyer, Lucerne.
France: Seine River Cruise, Eiffel Tower (3rd Level), Lourdes Grotto, Holy Baths, Candle Light Procession.
Portugal: Chapel of Apparition Fatima, Basilica of Our Lady of Fatima, Lisbon City Tour and more…
Contact & Agency Information
Agency: Centre Holidays (Redefining Travel)
Primary Contact: Carlton Montaut | 647.460.8805 | Carlton@CentreHolidays.com
Tour Leader: Diana Dsouza | 647.922.6575 | Ddimax@CentreHolidays.com
Corporate Address: 221-2155 Leanne Boulevard, Mississauga, Ontario, L5K 2K8, Canada
Phone (P): 905.823.8805
Toll-Free (T): 1.888.823.8801
Fax (F): 1.905.581.0766
Website: www.centreholidays.com
Registrations: TICO 50018114 | BC A0086734 | HST 832421287RT0001
DID YOU KNOW
| Jesus asks for first place in our lives because only God can properly order every other love we have? | |
| St. Francis gave up wealth and privilege not because they were evil, but because Christ had become his greatest treasure? | |
| Even offering a simple cup of water for Christ's sake can become an act of eternal significance? |
Edge Youth Ministry 2025-2026
The Youth Ministry members want to pray for your intentions this Easter season. We also invite you to please pray for us and consider helping our youth participate in events like EDGE Camp and Lift Jesus Higher Rally with a donation using the colourful envelopes available at the back of the church. Thank you and God bless.
EDGE will meet on the 2nd and 4th Fridays of each month.
Come discover the EPIC Universe!
Please contact Jeremy Tanuan for more information: JTanuan@archtoronto.org or 416-282-0370 ex. 213.