NOVEMBER 24TH 2024, CHRIST THE KING (YEAR B)
Masses for the Week
| Sat Nov 23 09:00 AM | † Bernardo Go |
| Sat Nov 23 05:00 PM | † Mathilda Gracias |
| Sun Nov 24 09:00 AM | † Walter & Felicia D'Cunha |
| Sun Nov 24 11:00 AM | People of the Parish |
| Sun Nov 24 07:00 PM | † Rosalia Florio |
| Mon Nov 25 09:00 AM | † Catalina Miranda |
| Tue Nov 26 09:00 AM | † Parents of Eric & Emily Pinto |
| Wed Nov 27 09:00 AM | † Allan Baguio |
| Thu Nov 28 09:00 AM | † Deceased members of the Udai Family |
| Fri Nov 29 09:00 AM | † Joseph & Cecilia Ho † Gerardo Laberinto † Gloria Anok † Matilda Azevedo † Nicanor Giocada † Helga Closset † Rosaria Villanti Intention of Denis Gracias Intention of Andrew Halpern Intention of Andrew Fan |
| Sat Nov 30 09:00 AM | † Bartholomew Corera |
| Sat Nov 30 05:00 PM | † Ronald Zong |
REFLECTION
Jesus our king challenges our human notions of kingship and authority. Today’s Gospel shows him standing as a powerless prisoner before Pilate. He is to be judged by the representative of the world’s greatest power; in fact, however, the Roman governor is about to judge himself. Pilate tries to escape responsibility by remaining neutral, but the presence of Jesus necessitates a choice. In him Pilate encounters truth—and refuses to listen. Although Christ rules over the realm of the spirit, his spiritual kingdom decisively affects this world and calls for decision. In the vision described by Daniel, a son of man (a member of the human race) receives from God the function of judge. The Christ judged unjustly by Pilate becomes the judge of humankind. Jesus, who rejected power as a way to gain followers and submitted to unjust power, now receives the glory of universal rule. But what a ruler! The book of Revelation focuses on our pierced king, who shared our humanity and cleansed us of sin by his death in order to make us kings and priests with him. Will we follow him?
Advent Coffee Sunday and Christmas Quiz - Fun, Fellowship, and Festivities!
Join us for a fun-filled Advent Coffee Sunday and Christmas Quiz on Dec 15 after 9 am and 11 am Mass!
Test your knowledge, enjoy some light-hearted competition, and relax with a cup of tea or coffee as you play!
How it works:
- Grab your phone, answer quiz questions, and compete with fellow parishioners.
- Only 20 minutes of your time!
- Enjoy the warmth of community, a hot drink, and some festive cheer as you play.
- Win some amazing prizes along the way!
Don’t miss out on this new festive celebration – learn, laugh, and sip your way through the Advent season!
See you there!
a joy-filled advent in Mary's steps
Our Christmas Appeal for 2024
All donations, large or small are appreciated. They can be placed in the Society of St. Vincent de Paul Box after Mass or dropped off at the church. Donations can also be made On Line to our conference by visiting SSVP Canada our National council’s website.
For further information refer to the handouts at the back of the church, on the website or contact us through the church office 416 282 0370 ext. 217 or email us at vincentian217@gmail.com
Our deliveries will commence on December 14th, THANK YOU!
GLORIA! St. Michael's Choir School Christmas Concert at Massey Hall on Saturday, December 14 at 7 PM
St. Michael’s Choir School presents GLORIA!
A magical blend of secular and sacred choral repertoire to usher in this Christmas season. A Toronto holiday tradition, this is the Choir School’s 59th annual Christmas concert, packed with exceptional works including Vivaldi’s Gloria, Carol of the Bells, and The Star Carol. With close to 300 voices, 5 choirs consisting of students, and alumni, taking the stage, this year’s programme is sure to be one of the best yet!
Tickets are now available at www.masseyhall.com.
Please use Promo Code: STARLIGHT.
For more information, please call 416-397-6367.
SACRAMENT of FIRST RECONCILIATION & HOLY COMMUNION
https://www.stjosephstoronto.org/sacraments/first-holy-communion/
Upcoming Schedule
THE FIRST RECONCILIATION
Saturday, 30 Nov 2024 @ 10 AM
SACRAMENT OF CONFIRMATION
https://www.stjosephstoronto.org/sacraments/confirmation/
Upcoming Schedule
CONFIRMATION ONLINE PREP CLASS—1st online Session
Saturday, 11 Jan 2025 @ 9 AM
RELIGIOUS ED ANNOUNCEMENT
(Sunday School)
Religious Ed begins on Nov. 3rd at 10:00 am!
This ministry provides Catechesis of the Catholic Faith for Grade 2 to Grade 8.
Who should register?
Children in non-Catholic schools, OR
Children in Catholic schools who want to supplement their religious instructions, OR
Children who have missed a Holy Sacrament at the USUAL TIME and would now like to prepare for it.
Parents are to accompany their children on this day.
For more information, and to register, go to https://www.stjosephstoronto.org/ministries/sunday-school/
ST. ISAAC JOGUES PARISH - MARRIAge retreat
AN OVERNIGHT MARRIAGE RETREAT AT FAIRHAVEN IN BEAVERTON, ONTARIO
FROM February 7-9, 2025
INCLUDES LODGING, MEALS, RETREAT FACILITATION, MASS & CONFESSION
EARLY BIRD PRICE: $600 PER COUPLE UNTIL NOVEMBER 30TH.
AFTERWARDS $700 UNTIL JANUARY 10TH
REGISTER ON OUR WEBSITE AT STISAACJOGUES.CA/EVENTS/MARRIAGE-RETREAT-WEEKEND
CONTACT SHELLY FOR MORE INFO AT SCOISH@ARCHTORONTO.ORG
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.