JUNE 22ND 2025, SOLEMNITY OF THE MOST HOLY BODY & BLOOD OF CHRIST (YEAR C)
Masses for the Week
| Sat Jun 21 09:00 AM | Intention of Sarah Sebastian |
| Sat Jun 21 05:00 PM | † Deceased members of Pinto & D'Souza family |
| Sun Jun 22 09:00 AM | † Bosco Rosario |
| Sun Jun 22 11:00 AM | People of the Parish |
| Sun Jun 22 07:00 PM | † Barthalomew Corera |
| Mon Jun 23 09:00 AM | † Marianne Civello |
| Tue Jun 24 09:00 AM | † Sotero Raymundo |
| Wed Jun 25 09:00 AM | † Aurora Samonte Lachica |
| Thu Jun 26 09:00 AM | Intention of Daimler Cris Navalta |
| Fri Jun 27 09:00 AM | † Elizabeth Barrera † Dorota Wieclaw † Jagdai & Deceased members of Udai family † Frank John Pinto † Lawrence & Geraldine Ryan † Steve Rozinka Intention for Ricardo, Cornelia Chua & Family Intention of Rita Renda |
| Sat Jun 28 09:00 AM | † Angelo Nepomuceno |
| Sat Jun 28 05:00 PM | † Perpetua Christian |
REFLECTION
We are reminded today of our human vulnerability and deep need for God’s nourishment . Just as the legendary pelican feeds her young with her own blood in times of famine, so too does Christ give of himself completely to feed, sustain, and comfort us. St. Thomas Aquinas referenced this image in his hymn Adoro te devote, recognizing it as a symbol of Christ’s sacrificial love in the Eucharist. In the Gospel, Jesus instructs his disciples to feed the hungry crowd, showing that God does not leave his people to fend for themselves. He satisfies our spiritual hunger with His body and Blood, nourishing us in a miraculous, intimate way at every Mass.
Our Lady’s Grotto Project
Join in Building a Parish Grotto of Mother Mary.
We invite you to be part of this special parish project by donating towards a Grotto Stone or more in ‘Memory of a Loved One’.
Please donate $50 for each Grotto Stone. To donate, place the following in the special Grotto envelope:
- Your donation
- The name(s) of your loved one(s).
Also, write your name and parish envelope number on the same special Grotto envelope and place it in the collection basket.
In appreciation of your generosity at the completion of the Grotto:
- There will be a parish special Mass of Thanksgiving for all the donors, of course every parishioner is welcome to attend this Mass,
- The names of the loved ones of every single donor will be compiled and memorialized in a canister to be enclosed inside the Grotto’s foundation base. So, YOUR LOVED ONE’S NAME WILL NOT BE WRITTEN ON THE GROTTO STONES YOU MADE A DONATION FOR.
- A prayer plaque with a general appreciation of all the donors will be mounted on the façade of the Grotto’s foundation stone base. So, NO INDIVIDUAL DONOR’S NAME WILL BE WRITTEN ON THE PLAQUE
Thanks for your generosity!
2025 Pilgrims of Hope Jubilee Year Celebration
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! Information on Pilgrimage Churches, Jubilee Calendar Events and more can be found here. Click here to read more details!
| January: Pilgrims of Hope learning from history | |
| Announcement of Initiatives in the Website and Parish Bulletin | |
| February: Pilgrims of Hope welcoming newcomers | |
| Feb 16 | Welcome Newcomers at all Sunday weekend Mass Services. Followed by social gathering in Hall after each Mass Service |
| Feb 19 | Eastern Region Jubilee Mass at St Barnabas Parish, 7:00 pm |
| March: Pilgrims of Hope providing comfort and care | |
| Mar 8-9 | Parish Lenten Food In collaboration with the Parish Outreach Committee, CWL, Knights of Columbus and Seniors 50+ Club, to benefit the Scarborough Feed – Rouge Park Food Bank and our outreach programs |
| April: Pilgrims of Hope in prayer and worship | |
| Apr 5 | Parish Lenten Retreat (Knights of Columbus) |
| Apr 12-20 | Holy Week |
| Apr 27 | Life of Carlo Acutis (he will be canonized on Divine Mercy Sunday) Project for the Youth Ministry – Jeremy Tanuan |
| May: Pilgrims of Hope sowing and nurturing | |
| TBD | Parish Ministry Fair to invite new volunteers to serve in our Parish |
| May 31 | Day with Mary, Villanova College, 2480 15th Sideroad King City, with His Eminence Frank Cardinal Leo |
| June: Pilgrims of Hope empowered by the Holy Spirit | |
| TBD | Empower new Ministry Volunteers |
| July: Pilgrims of Hope guiding children and youth | |
| August: Pilgrims of Hope embracing life to the fullest | |
| Aug 24 | Martyrs Shrine Pilgrimage with Hi Eminence Frank Cardinal Leo |
| September: Pilgrims of Hope fostering Development | |
| Sep 26 | Sierra Leone Project |
| October: Pilgrims of Hope - Caring for creation | |
| Oct 12-26 | Parish Jubilee Pilgrimage to Italy, Spain & France, with Fr Francis |
| November: Pilgrims of Hope embracing the journey ahead | |
| December: Pilgrims of Hope being a light in the world | |
| Dec 6 | Parish Advent Retreat (CWL) |
| Dec 28 | Closing Mass for the Jubilee Year, St Michael’s Cathedral with His Eminence Frank Cardinal Leo |
Thank you!
The Catholic Women’s League of St. Joseph’s Parish extends its appreciation and gratitude to the Parish Community, Knights of Columbus, family, friends and the many CWL sisters in the League who worked tirelessly and contributed to the success of the 2025 Heritage Day June Bazaar, held on Saturday June 14th, 2025, a perfect sunny day. A big THANK YOU to all of you! Your generous contributions and hard work are essential as we continue to serve and support our Parish and our many charities. God bless you all!
Worldwide Marriage Encounter Experience
Fall in Love Again!
June 27-29, 2025
Are you ready for more growth and happiness in your marriage or priesthood? Join us on June 27-29 at Queen of Apostles !
Discover the Secrets to a Lasting, Supportive, and Transformational Marriage!
This weekend is for couples, whether you are newlyweds or have been married for decades. It’s also perfect for priests looking to deepen their relationship with their communities.
Call: Christian & Elizabeth Arroba, 416-554-4439 OR 416-554-7062 OR christian.elizabeth.arroba@wwme.org
THE NEW SACRED HEART OF JESUS STATUE
We thank you all for your generosity towards the purchase of the new Sacred Heart of Jesus statue. Everyone is invited to the blessing of the new statue. It will be during the Holy Mass of the Solemnity of the Sacred Heart of Jesus.
The date is Friday, June 27, 2025. The time is 7.30 pm.
Jubilee 2025 – Month of the Sacred Heart
As Pilgrims of Hope during this Jubilee Holy Year, we reflect on Pope Francis’ words:
“Hope is born of love and based on the love springing from the pierced heart of Jesus upon the cross.”
In this month dedicated to the Sacred Heart of Jesus, let us pray for a deepening of Christ’s love in our hearts and for our bishops and priests—especially during the World Day of Prayer for the Sanctification of Priests on Friday, June 27.
Mark your calendars for the Archdiocesan Jubilee Pilgrimage to the Martyrs’ Shrine with Cardinal Leo and the Auxiliary Bishops on Sunday, August 24, 2025, as we also celebrate the 100th Anniversary of the Shrine and the 400th Anniversary of the first Mass in Huronia.
Further information and registration will follow in the weeks to come.
Join the Parish Pilgrimage to Martyrs’ Shrine
St. Joseph’s Parish invites you to join Cardinal Leo for the Archdiocesan Jubilee Pilgrimage to Martyrs’ Shrine in Midland.
- Sunday, August 24th, 2025
- Departure from Church Parking Lot at 7:00 AM
- Return by 7:00 PM
- Includes a 56– seat coach bus
- $ 50 per person
First come, first served
To reserve your seat: Contact Therese at 416– 938-5855
Pay at the Parish Office—200 Morrish Road, Scarborough
“That Blessed Upper Room” – Pastoral Letter from Frank Cardinal Leo
Frank Cardinal Leo, Metropolitan Archbishop of Toronto, has released “That Blessed Upper Room,” a pastoral letter inviting the faithful of the archdiocese to reflect together on the significance of The Upper Room in our lives, our families and in our communities of faith as this story is so directly connected to pivotal events in the life of Jesus and of the early Church. The letter is divided into nine chapters, drawing on dimensions of our Catholic Christian life.
A short video introduction and the full pastoral letter can be accessed by visiting: www.archtoronto.org/thatblessedupperroom
Feel free to share the letter with family and friends.
Did you know?
- After their First Holy Communion, your children and grandchildren must regularly go for Confession and not wait till about another 4 years, typically around the time of their Confirmation to go for Confession?
- You must be in a state of grace, that is, you must not be guilty of any of the sins in the 10 Commandments, before receiving Holy Communion?
- Receiving Holy Communion while staying away from Confession for a long time is a very big sin?
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.