OCTOBER 1ST 2023, 26th SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME YEAR A
Masses for the Week
| Sat Sep 30 09:00 AM | † Amelia Rodrigues |
| Sat Sep 30 05:00 PM | † Justino Silva Ferreira |
| Sun Oct 1 09:00 AM | † Neal & Bob Farquharson |
| Sun Oct 1 11:00 AM | People of the Parish |
| Sun Oct 1 07:00 PM | † Radames Thomas Calaguas |
| Mon Oct 2 09:00 AM | Intention of Mario & Maria Simao |
| Tue Oct 3 09:00 AM | † Deceased members of the Pinto family |
| Wed Oct 4 09:00 AM | † Ettie Gonzalvez |
| Thu Oct 5 09:00 AM | † Rachel Lakodaris |
| Fri Oct 6 09:00 AM | † Donald Bastiampillai † Iona Saldanha † Bayani T. Santos † Naseem (Jimmy) Shiekh † Souls in Purgatory † Rex Liverpool † Deceased members of the Deacetis family Intention of Rolando & Rina Sazon Intention of Alicia & Aaliyah Santos Intention of the members of the Chua family |
| Fri Oct 6 07:30 PM | † Edgardo Abenina † Micaela Lived Ilar † Antonio Linhares † Patrick Pinto Intention of Navin Pillai |
| Sat Oct 7 09:00 AM | † Naseem (Jimmy) Shiekh |
| Sat Oct 7 05:00 PM | † Felicitas Ellazar |
REFLECTION
When John the Baptist preached, the outcasts of society listened to his message and repented. Now Jesus is preaching, and these same unrespectable people respond to the Good News. The religious leaders object: Aren’t they the ones to determine who are the chosen? Is God’s mercy to be held out to everyone? After all, they know all the right words to address to God. The parable of the two sons challenges these assumptions, which can be temptations for any religious person. Actions speak to God more loudly than words, Jesus insists. What counts is doing God’s will, not empty promises. The first reading makes clear that God’s mercy count ourselves as justified in God’s eyes, it is never too late to be converted. It is in worshipping together that we become especially aware of God’s mercy. Since Christ is our life, we should be united in love and purpose, St. Paul tells us, sharing instead of competing for God’s bountiful mercy.
The Parish Statement for the year-end June 30, 2023 will be available on request from the Parish Office. It will also be available during all masses on the weekend with the physical paper bulletin
SSVP Bundle Up Weekend - September / October 2023
CALLING FOR REGISTRATION
SACRAMENTAL PREPARATION FOR CHILDREN
Who should register?
- Children in grade 2 and 7 of the school year 2023-2024
- Children in public schools in grade 2 and 7 of the school year 2023-2024 or children who have missed a Sacrament at the usual time. Note: they must register for both Sacramental Prep and Sunday School
Please register using the buttons below.
CALLING FOR REGISTRATION
THE RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION FOR ADULTS
Who should register?
For adults (17 years and older) who want to become Catholics and practice the Catholic faith. The RCIA propram prepares them for Baptism, First Holy Communion and Confirmation
Begins on Oct 16, 2023 at 7 PM (Parish Hall)
Please register using the button below.
PUBLIC SQUARE ROSARY RALLY
Saturday, Oct 14th, 2023 – 12 PM
St. Martin De Porres Parish (at the parking lot)
Together we pray for the conversion, reparation of the sins and offences committed against our Heavenly Father, through the intercession of our Blessed Mother, the Mother of Jesus.
For more info, contact:
- Martin Pallah (289) 314-4477
- Maryann Fernandez (416) 557-2798
- Nestor Silveira (416) 286-3932
- Dawne Williams (416) 284-8699
ROSARY COAST TO COAST
Friday, October 13, 2023 8:00 PM
Pray with your family & friends, or join a livestream event at 3100 Weston Road. Recitation of the Holy Rosary, chaplet of the Divine Mercy, consecration to Mary in song, and a brief reflection.
Contact: Angie Carboni (416) 871-3908 or parishionerh@gmail.com
- 5:00 PM Pacific
- 6:00 PM Mountain
- 7:00 PM Central
- 8:00 PM Eastern
- 9:00 PM Atlantic
- 9:30 PM Newfoundland
PARKING LOT CONSTRUCTION DELAY
The paving of the parking lot on the land to the West of the church is delayed. When we received the quotes from the construction companies, the costs were significantly higher than what was approved by the Archdiocese.
To bring the cost down, we have made some modifications to the drawings. These are being finalized and are being submitted to the city for their approval.
Once we get the approval, we will be able to go out for tender again, but based on how late in the year we are at, the actual work may not get done this year.
We look forward to your kind understanding and support as we go through the process.
Sunday School Announcement
Sunday School will begins this Sunday!
This ministry provides Catechesis of the Catholic Faith for children 7 to 16 years old.
Who should register?
- Children in public schools, OR
- Children in Catholic schools who want to supplement what they are learning, OR
- Children who have missed a Holy Sacrament at the USUAL TIME and would now like to prepare for it.
For more information, and to register, go to https://www.stjosephstoronto.org/ministries/sunday-school/
LIFE CHAIN
Sunday, October 1, 2023 – 2:00 – 3:00 PM
Kingston Road & Lawrence intersection
Life Chain is an annual prayerful & peaceful witness to the sanctity of human life and the harm of abortion. Participants hold non-graphic signs provided by the Knights of Columbus, at hundreds of locations across North America for one hour.
Please join us to show your support.
ST. JOSEPH’S 11 AM SUNDAY CHOIR:
NEW MEMBERS WANTED!
Although we are a traditional choir, we sing a varied repertoire as the occasion permits. Previous musical training is an asset but not required. Rehearsals are held on Sunday after the 11 AM Mass.
Contact Jason Gotera (choir director) for more info.
Edge Youth Ministry
EDGE Youth Ministry 2023—2024 has opened its registration for youth in grade 6, 7, and 8.
EDGE will meet on the 2nd and 4th Fridays of the month, starting from Oct 13th, 2023.
COME DISCOVER HOW THE WORD CREATES!
We grow in our relationship with God & one another through various activities: obstacle courses, escape room puzzles, team crafting & more.
The Youth Minister will be in the Narthex this weekend to provide more information.
Holy Eucharist – Transportation
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.
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.