JANUARY 26TH 2025, 3RD SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME (YEAR C)
Masses for the Week
| Sat Jan 25 09:00 AM | † Dennis Perreira |
| Sat Jan 25 05:00 PM | † Alzira Pereira |
| Sun Jan 26 09:00 AM | † Gregory Menezes |
| Sun Jan 26 11:00 AM | People of the Parish |
| Sun Jan 26 07:00 PM | † Pam Canham |
| Mon Jan 27 09:00 AM | † Kathleen O'Neill |
| Tue Jan 28 09:00 AM | † Elizabeth Barrera |
| Wed Jan 29 09:00 AM | † Alvaro John Fernandes |
| Thu Jan 30 09:00 AM | † Patrick Rodrigues |
| Fri Jan 31 09:00 AM | † Mathilda Gracias † Celine Pinto † Sister Barbara Desmond † Alzira Pereira Intention of Bosco Pereira |
| Sat Feb 1 09:00 AM | † Sydney Fonseca |
| Sat Feb 1 05:00 PM | Intention of Stella De Souza |
REFLECTION
Jesus is our liberator. But do we believe that? Will we let him free us? Today Luke the historian begins his account of Jesus’ effective, Spirit-filled ministry in Galilee. In his hometown of Nazareth Jesus declares himself to be the liberator Isaiah promised. (Freeing people from physical and social evils is the bible’s sign of liberation from sin.) Thanks to our baptism, St. Paul tells us, we can experience the freedom of Christ. Through baptism prejudicial distinctions are erased and all members of Christ’s body are called to contribute their gifts for the common good. We are to respect our differences and maintain our unity, no one’s gift excluding or dominating another’s. When we praise God for others’ gifts and are not jealous of them, we are free to carry on Christ’s liberating work. The first scripture passage, which shows Ezra the priest reading from the book of the Law, reminds us of our own liturgical assemblies. We gather to hear the demanding word of God and answer with our Amen. However, difficult it is to obey, God’s word brings joy.
ANNOUNCEMENT
The 9 am choir is excited to invite all who enjoy singing to join us! Whether you’re an experienced singer or someone who simply loves expressing yourself through music, we would be delighted to welcome you into our choir family.
If you’re interested, please connect with Isis Rebello after the (9 am) Mass, or at 416-528-4185, or reach out to the parish office.
THE LEGION OF MARY - Patrician meeting
Members of the Legion of Mary would like to invite you to the Patrician meeting on Feb 8th at 9:45 a.m. in room 2 of the Church basement.
Topic:
Joseph in the redemptive plan of God and its relevance in our modern world.
Speaker:
Mrs.Gracie Dayot-Nepomuceno, Parishioner, Doctor of Ministry, Diploma in Spiritual Direction and Master in Theological studies with vast Pastoral and ministry experience.
We hope to see you there. Refreshments will be served.
2025 DONATION ENVELOPES
The 2025 donation envelopes are available for pick up in the Narthex.
They are alphabetized within each tray.
Please be patient and ensure you are taking your own box. Please help us return those boxes that are not yours to their original spots to save everyone’s time.
We thank you for your generosity and for following and respecting this guideline.
Serra's Vocation Seeds
First Sunday of Advent – December 1, 2024
Be on guard so that your hearts are not weighed down with dissipation and drunkenness and the worries of this life.
Are worldly cares dragging you down? Be a follower of the Master.
Contact F. Mat Mogany Director of Vocalious, Archdiocese of Toronto at 416-968-0997.
Email vocations@archtoronto.org | www.vocationstoronto.ca
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
2025 Pilgrims of Hope Jubilee Year Celebration
As part of the Jubilee Year celebrations, we are encouraged to be intentional in creating time as individuals, groups or families to visit any of the two designated Holy Places of worship in our Eastern Region. This will help us accomplish as individuals in our Jubilee Year spiritual journey, deep faith Renewal, Restoration, Forgiveness, and Fullness.
Please spread the word!
Designated parishes to serve as Pilgrimage Destinations for the Eastern Region of the Archdiocese:
St. Gregory the Great Parish, Oshawa: Holy Mass on Jan 29 at 7 p.m. presided by His Excellency, Most Rev. Vincent Nguyen
St. Barnabas Parish, Scarborough: Holy Mass on Feb 19 at 7 p.m. presided by His Eminence, Francis Cardinal Leo
Make out time to attend these Masses.
Upcoming events in St. Joseph’s to celebrate the Jubilee Year February : Pilgrims of Hope Welcoming Newcomers
Feb 15-16: Welcoming Newcomers at all Sunday weekend Masses, followed by socials in the Hall after each Mass.
March : Pilgrims of Hope Providing Comfort and Care
Mar 8-9: Parish Lenten Food Drive in collaboration with the Parish Outreach Committee, CWL, Knights of Columbus, St. Vincent de Paul, and Seniors 50+ Club, to benefit the Feed Scarborough – Rouge Park Food Bank and our Outreach programs.
Jubilee of youth
THE THEME FOR JUBILEE 2025 IS "PILGRIMS OF HOPE", AN ENCOURAGEMENT FOR ALL THE FAITHFUL:
FAN THE FLAME OF HOPE THAT HAS BEEN GIVEN US AND HELP EVERYONE TO GAIN NEW STRENGTH AND CERTAINTY BY LOOKING TO THE FUTURE WITH AN OPEN SPIRIT, A TRUSTING HEART AND FAR-SIGHTED VISION.
Young Adults (19-39)
Join Father Paul Magyar and the OCY team for a pilgrimage of a life time!
July 23 - Aug 5th
Rome, Italy
youth@archtoronto.org
For any questions or need further information,
please reach out to our Events and Program Coordinator,
Amanda Pereira at avperiera@archtoronto.org.
PILGRIMAGE TO ITALY, SPAIN & FRANCE
Celebrating the Jubilee Year 2025
Visiting Rome, Lanciano, San Giovani Rotondo, Barcelona, Montserrat, Lourdes, Bordeaux, Nevers, Lisieux, Paris
Under the spiritual guidance of Fr. Francis Folleh,C.S.Sp., Pastor of St. Joseph’s Parish , Scarborough.
On Oct. 12 to Oct. 26 ,2025—$5990.00 (incl. taxes & tips)
For more information, kindly contact our tour Coordinator:
Ms. Therese Baduria at 416-938-5855 or theresepbaduria@gmail.com
CWL Canada scholarship of $3,000
The Toronto Diocesan Council of the Catholic Women’s League of Canada is offering a scholarship of $3,000 to St. Michael’s College.
This scholarship is open to any young woman who is of Catholic faith, who is completing her secondary school education, and who has indicated on her application to the University of Toronto that St. Michael’s College is her first choice. The applicant must be entering the Faculty of Arts and Science in one of the following areas of study: Commerce, Computer Science, Humanities and Social Sciences or Sciences.
The applications must be submitted by May 31, 2025.
For further information, please contact Tania Mascarenhas at 647-542-1274.
Catholic Cemeteries & Funeral Services
Today we welcome Catholic Cemeteries & Funeral Services to our parish. Catholic Cemeteries are a vital part of the Catholic Church. Operated under the auspices of the Archdiocese of Toronto, each Catholic cemetery and funeral home reflects our Catholic beliefs.
To learn more, visit www.catholic-cemeteries.com
Did you know?
- That it is a good practice to ask for the Sacrament of the Sick whenever you or any of your loved ones is ill?
- That a friend or a family member does not need to be critically/terminally ill or “at the point of death” before you call a priest to pray for the person?
- That using the phrase “last rite” is incorrect; and that saying “the Sacrament of the Sick” is the correct way to invite a priest to pray for a critically ill family member or friend?
FREE CATHOLIC ESTATE PLANNING WEBINAR
Saturday, February 1, 2025 at 9:00 a.m.
Learn:
- How to avoid problems: in your Will, in the Powers of Attorney, and
- through proper Estate Trustee selection
- How to create your own legacy
- About our Catholic traditions around cremation, burials and funerals
WAYS TO REGISTER:
- Follow this link: qrco.de/WebFeb01
- Send an email to: Development@ArchToronto.org and write “webinar February 1” in the title line + your name(s) in the body of the message.
Upcoming Sacraments
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.