APRIL 14TH 2024, 3RD SUNDAY OF EASTER (YEAR B)
Masses for the Week
| Sat Apr 13 09:00 AM | † Bridget Corera |
| Sat Apr 13 05:00 PM | Intention of Glynis Remedios |
| Sun Apr 14 09:00 AM | † Noe D. Dayot |
| Sun Apr 14 11:00 AM | People of the Parish |
| Sun Apr 14 07:00 PM | † Raul Reyes Sr. |
| Mon Apr 15 09:00 AM | † Justino Silva Ferreira |
| Tue Apr 16 09:00 AM | † Casmiro Dias |
| Wed Apr 17 09:00 AM | † Giuseppe Florio |
| Thu Apr 18 09:00 AM | Intention of Stephen Sebastian |
| Fri Apr 19 09:00 AM | † Richard Nanoo † Joan McNeil † Natividad Germaine † Carmen Ealdama |
| Sat Apr 20 09:00 AM | † Giuseppe Cornacchia |
| Sat Apr 20 05:00 PM | † Rosalia Florio |
REFLECTION
Easter demands acceptance of a paradox—that a deeper dimension of life lies on the other side of death. Luke’s gospel tells of the fright and doubt of the disciples when Jesus appeared in their midst. They were afraid to believe the Good News, slow to accept the peace won by Christ’s wounds, taken aback by joy. Jesus persuades them that he is alive by eating before their eyes, a reminder of the meals shared in the past and of the eucharist which would unite them in the future. As scripture illuminated Jesus’s saving work for them, the liturgy of the word prepares us to recognizes Christ present in this Mass and in our lives. God’s saving plan, foretold in scripture and carried out by Jesus, invites repentance, Peter says in Acts. John’s letter calls us to the personal relationship of love and obedience with God which makes us perfect. Even now Christ, our sacrifice, pleads for us before the Father. Will we recognize Christ’s presence in our eucharist and allow ourselves to be surprised by joy?
PARISH PHOTO DIRECTORY
For parishioners who could not book an appointment for their family’s photoshoot, more dates are available now: Apr 20, May 23, May 24 & May 25.
HEALING MASS
SERVICE ORGANIZED BY ST. JOSEPH’S PRAYER GROUP
THURSDAY, April 18 7:00 PM (in the church)
Come with true faith, believing that Our Abba Father, the Divine Healer will do what is best for each of us, in His own time.
Psalm 30:2 quotes: “Lord, I know You are a loving God who hears me when I cry out to You. Father, please restore my health. Just as Your Son had compassion for the afflicted, I ask You to have pity on me in my affliction, blessing me with the healing I so long for”.
Kindly bring your Family and Friends to experience the Loving Touch of God.
(Led by Fr. Sam Samuel from the Divine Retreat Center Toronto)
Sacremental Preparation
FIRST HOLY COMMUNION
CONFIRMATION
Ministry of Maturing Adult 60+
END OF LIFE ISSUES
THURSDAY, Apr 18
9:30 coffee / 10:00 session / concludes with free luncheon
Immaculate Conception Parish (1710 Scugog St Port Perry)
Speaker: Moira McQueen from
Canadian Catholic Bioethics Institute U of T
Registration is not required. You are most welcome.
Celebrate 170: St Joseph’s Church 170th Anniversary – Calendar of Events – 2024
Celebrate! 2024 marks 170 years of St Joseph’s Church serving the communities of West Hill and surrounding areas. history One of the oldest churches in the area, St Joseph’s was established in 1854. For a walk down memory lane, see the The history of St Joseph’s at Highland Creek. They
Vincent de Paul Bundle Up Weekend April 2024
Are collecting your donations of clothes, shoes and linen at st. Joseph Parish, Highland Creek, 200 Morrish Road Saturday April 20th to Sunday April 21st 2024 From 8:30 am to 6:30 pm No Appliances, Books, Video Tapes, Dishes, Furniture (except small dresser) More information at www.svdptoronto.org The container will be
VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION WEEK
Do you feel called?
What could convince someone to turn to God? The story that God became human? The story that Jesus cured the sick? The story that Jesus forgave sin? The story that Jesus rose from the dead? Or, perhaps, the story of the witness of your own life!
If you have the continuing inclination that God is calling you to be a priest, religious or deacon, contact Fr. Matt McCarthy, Director of Vocations, Archdiocese of Toronto at 416-968-0997 or email vocations@archtoronto.org
"POUR OUT" Adoration Night
April 19, 2024 – 7:00—9:00 PM
Merciful Redeemer Parish (2775 Erin Centre Blvd.)
This evening is inspired by Romans 5:1-11, where St. Paul speaks of how God’s love is poured into our hearts to give us peace, mercy and hope. Join us for a beautiful evening of praise and worship, adoration, prayer ministry, confession, testimony sharing and a talk by Fr. Matt McCarthy!
No registration required. All are welcome!
Youth Ministry Fundraiser
Consider supporting the Youth Ministry Fundraiser BLITZ. Your donations will help more youth participate in EDGE Camp and Leadership Camp.
The youth will also accept prayer requests. Thank you in advance for your kind support.
Please contact Jeremy Tanuan for more information: JTanuan@archtoronto.org or 416-282-0370 ex. 213.