OCTOBER 27TH 2024, 30TH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME (YEAR B)
Masses for the Week
| Sat Oct 26 09:00 AM | † Mathilda Gracias |
| Sat Oct 26 05:00 PM | † John Di Rosa |
| Sun Oct 27 09:00 AM | † Charles & Lily Rebello |
| Sun Oct 27 11:00 AM | People of the Parish |
| Sun Oct 27 07:00 PM | † Rosamma Joseph |
| Mon Oct 28 09:00 AM | † Edward Sebastian Meyers |
| Tue Oct 29 09:00 AM | † Salvador Miranda |
| Wed Oct 30 09:00 AM | † Sr. Beatrice D'Souza |
| Thu Oct 31 09:00 AM | † Martha Fernandes |
| Fri Nov 1 09:00 AM | † All Souls in Purgatory † Deceased members of Alvarez & Barrientos Family † Deceased members of Mislang & Paraan Family † Naseem (Jimmy) Shiekh † The Cox, Snagg & St. Louis Family † Thomas Snodgrass † Ernest William Hultay Intention of Cecilia Tellis Intention of Jamie Shillingford Intention of Anna Balan |
| Fri Nov 1 07:30 PM | † Sydney Fonseca † John Schucroft † Joseph Schmidt † Elsa Wagner † Deceased members of Pineda & Baduria Family |
| Sat Nov 2 09:00 AM | † Zonar Fan |
| Sat Nov 2 05:00 PM | † Naseem (Jimmy) Shiekh |
REFLECTION
To believe is to see and to follow Jesus. Jesus is making the last journey of his life; he leaves Jericho for Jerusalem, where he will be acclaimed as messiah before being put to death. A blind beggar named Bartimaeus is the first to recognize the messiah. (The person who is without sight sees what is most important, while those who would silence him are the truly blind.) The man’s persistence wins Jesus’ attention, and Christ gives him the sight which is the outward sign of faith. This beggar, one who asks, does what every person of faith must do: follow the Lord. He sets off toward Jerusalem where in turn the crowd will recognize their messiah. The first reading invites us to rejoice in our salvation, for which God is exuberantly joyful; so should we be. God will lead back from exile the remnant of the faithful, especially the weakest. God, who loves us like a father, will help us on our journey. The book of Hebrews tells us that Christ’s priesthood comes directly from God. He is our high priest who will lead all peoples home.
Bible Quiz 2024 – Registration
Parishioners, we invite you to a Family and Friends Game Night, an evening full of fun, fellowship, and friendly competition at our
Parish Bible Quiz Evening! on October 26 after the 5 pm mass in the Parish Hall.
This event is designed to bring our church community together, deepen our understanding of the Scriptures, and enjoy a lively and engaging experience. Whether you are a seasoned Bible scholar, or someone just eager to learn, or a quiz-pro eager to show your skills, this quiz evening promises to be both enlightening and enjoyable for everyone.
St. Joseph's 170th Anniversary Gala Dance
Whether you like to dance or not, here are some compelling reasons to attend our St. Joseph’s 170th Anniversary Gala Dance:
- Celebrate Together: Enjoy being part of a significant milestone for our church community. Connect with old friends and make new ones in a joyful and festive atmosphere.
- Dance with Our Priests Fr. Francis and Fr. Arinze: Enjoy a special moment on the dance floor with our priests, who will join in the fun and also lead everyone in new dances.
- Delicious Food
- Live Entertainment: with one of the top bands in Scarborough – Port United
- Fun Activities: Participate in raffles, Photo booth and other activities that don’t require dancing.
- Support Our Church: Your presence contributes to the success of the event and future church initiatives.
For tickets, please contact Monica Marchant after every mass or call the parish office. Tickets cost $90/per person.
CALLING ALL GRADE 2s & 7s
and those who missed receiving their sacraments at the usual time!
Registration is now open for…
Day of Reflection and Prayer for the Bereaved
Manresa Jesuit Renewal Centre
2325 Liverpool Rd., Pickering, ON L1X 1V4
Saturday, Nov. 2, 2024 9:30am – 5:00pm
“Where is God in my pain? How is God working in my grief?” Grieving a loved one can shake or give a new shape to our faith. At this gathering, you will have the opportunity to share your grief story in a community of faith and to reflect in a prayerful way on your experience, to draw renewed strength and hope to continue the journey.
Facilitated by: Sr. Claire Marchal and Mary Hyland
Suggested Offering: $65 per person (includes lunch)
Please contact: Mary Hyland – 905-441-0957
THE LEGION OF MARY, 'Patrician' meeting
A warm invitation to all parishioners, especially teachers, principals, trustees, education administrators, parents, and those involved in the Catholic and public school systems.
Join us for our first Patrician meeting on November 9th, from 9:45 AM to 11:00 AM in the church basement.
Topic:
The Role of Parents in Education: Is Catholic School Worth the Cost?
Speaker: Deacon Robert Selvadurai
Please spread the word and invite family and friends to share their thoughts on this current burning issue facing Canadians.
pour out
November 8 – 7 to 9 pm
All of us are called to be saints. No matter your past or your present, God has a plan for you; one that calls you to greatness. All Saints Day having passed, this Pour Out night we will reflect on the lives of the saints. We will ponder how God pours out His graces unto us and how we must respond! This will be an evening of praise and worship, adoration, prayer ministry and confession inspired by Ephesians 1:3-23. There will also be a talk by the new director of OCY, Fr. Paul Magyar and our seminarian intern, Michael, will be sharing his testimony. This evening has a young adult focus but ALL are welcome! Bring your friends and family. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.
QUEEN OF APOSTLES RENEWAL CENTRE
Invites both women and men to experience a MARIAN RETREAT on OCTOBER 26, 2024
QUEEN OF APOSTLES RENEWAL CENTRE
Invites both women and men to experience a God’s Healing Love
A retreat day for cancer patients and caregivers on OCTOBER 24, 2024
Facilitated by the Centre Team: Anne Hales & Betty Dotzko
Registration : 8:30 AM Cost: $45.00
For more information, please contact Jean at (905) 278 5229 or office@qoa.ca
Youth Ministry Fundraiser
Registration for youth in grade 6, 7, and 8 begins on September 16th. EDGE will meet on the 2nd and 4th Fridays of the month, starting October 11th.
Come discover Ethereal Realm Heroes!
Please contact Jeremy Tanuan for more information: JTanuan@archtoronto.org or 416-282-0370 ex. 213.