February 5, 2023 Fifth Sunday In Ordinary Time Year A

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Masses for the Week

Sat Feb 4 09:00 AM† Aloy & Sellama Corera
Sat Feb 4 05:00 PMIntention of Tileira & Hasitha De Silva
Sun Feb 5 09:00 AM† Geoffrey Prabhu
Sun Feb 5 11:00 AMPeople of the Parish
Sun Feb 5 07:00 PM† Lorna Fraser
Mon Feb 6 09:00 AM† Hubertina Schwering
Tue Feb 7 09:00 AM† Rose Maclean
Wed Feb 8 09:00 AMIntention of Mariel, Gabriel and Reil Labertino
Thu Feb 9 09:00 AM† Hubertina Schwering
Fri Feb 10 09:00 AM† Myrtle Pegley
† Jean Conforzi
† Sotero Raymundo
† Dominic Timney
† Paul Tjioe
Intention of Aaron & Tanisha Louis
Sat Feb 11 09:00 AM† Sheldon Hannah
Sat Feb 11 05:00 PM† Julie Lee

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REFLECTION

Last Sunday’s gospel about the beatitudes taught us that the Christian life has radically different values from the world’s. Today Jesus tells his humble followers that they are to be like the salt (which is essential to life) and like beacons to the world. But they must remain faithful to Christ’s message if they wish to be saved, their good works done for God’s glory, not their own. In the midst of the world their lifestyle must witness to the life-bringing cross. St. Paul reminds us of the Corinthians, those seekers after wisdom, and how he had relied only on Christ crucified in his preaching. The power of God was shown in his weakness, not in the logic or eloquence of the his arguments. The psalmist pictures the attitude and deeds of the good person who is a sign to the world. Isaiah lists those good works; sharing our goods as a concrete sign of love for our brothers and sisters.

LEGION OF MARY

Does Jesus have the place of honour in your family’s heart and home? The Enthronement of the Sacred Heart of Jesus program can show you how to get started. What about a relationship with the Mother of Jesus?

For a visit of the Pilgrim Virgin Statue and for more information about the Enthronement, contact the Legion of Mary at 416-286-3932

CATHOLIC WOMEN’S LEAGUE

All women of the parish are invited to the CWL General Meeting on Monday, February 13th at 7:00 pm. Rosary followed by the meeting in Room 2. Refreshments will be available. Come join us and feel free to bring a friend! 

ECUMENICAL WORLD DAY OF PRAYER 2023

St Joseph Church is hosting this year’s World Day of Prayer.

You are all invited to join an evening of prayers and fellowship with fellow Christians from 6 communities within the Scarborough Area on Thursday, March 2, 2023 at 7:00 pm 

PRAYER GROUP

The Prayer Group is happy to invite All Parishioners/Guests to come listen to some amazing, power-filled Priests during our Lenten Talks on the following Thursdays: February 23rd, March 9th and March 23rd at 7:30 p.m. in the Church Hall. 

We will commence with the Way of the Cross, followed by a short Praise and Worship and Lenten talks. Come to be spiritually filled in preparation of our Lord’s Resurrection. 

The list of speakers be posted on the bulletin board in the Narthex shortly. Bring along your family and friends. 

Light refreshments will be served. 

SACRAMENTAL PREPARATION DATES

Confirmation

Confirmation means accepting responsibility for your faith and your destiny. The focus is on the Holy Spirit, who confirmed the apostles on Pentecost and gave

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First Holy Communion

First Holy Communion is one of our three sacraments of initiation. It is through these sacraments of initiation that we become full members of the

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Holy Eucharist – Transportation

Pyx

Those wishing to take the Holy Eucharist to their sick loved ones must do so with a pyx.

They must also have the pyx burse/ purse hanging down their necks for reverently placing and taking the Eucharist.

Without the pyx and the pyx burse/purse we will be unable to give the Eucharist for people in this circumstance.

EDGE Youth Ministry on FEB 10

Youth journey with youth, challenging each other to live Catholic. 

If you are in Grade 6, 7 or 8 and want to know more, go to 

https://www.stjosephstoronto.org/ministries/youth/youth-ministry/ 

FORMED

Please visit FORMED at (https://formed.org) where you can gain access to thousands of the best Catholic movies, programs, audio and books instantly. This incredible resource is available to our parishioners for free! Please call the Parish Office for the Parish Access code and/or more information.