MARCH 29TH 2026 PASSION (PALM) SUNDAY (YEAR A)
Masses for the Week
| 2026-03-28 09:00 | † May Shiekh |
| 2026-03-28 17:00 | † Jose Coelho |
| 2026-03-29 09:00 | † Chao Wen liu |
| 2026-03-29 11:00 | People of the Parish |
| 2026-03-29 19:00 | Intention of Danica Furtado Fernandes |
| 2026-03-30 09:00 | Intention of Joshua Harry |
| 2026-04-01 09:00 | † John Fernandes |
REFLECTION
Ushering in the holiest week, Palm Sunday illuminates our journey. Jesus Christ enters Jerusalem to acclaim on a humble donkey, knowing this triumph begins his Passion. We join the celebration, waving palms and singing with joy. The tone quickly shifts to sorrow: the suffering servant, the cry from the Cross, and the reading of his Passion. Our hearts resist this, for it is not how our Savior or our lives should unfold. Yet this is our human experience. Light gives way to loss, hope to grief. Even in desolation, Jesus’ trust in the Father never faltered. In joy or hardship, we are called to keep our eyes on our Redeemer, who guides us to eternal life.
notice
There will be no Mass in our parish on Tuesday, March 31. This is because all the priests in our archdiocese, including the priests serving in our parish, will be attending the Chrism Mass at the Cathedral, in preparation for the Holy Week and Easter celebrations. Please note this date on your calendar and plan accordingly.
HOLY WEEK MASS SCHEDULE
MASS SCHEDULE
Palm Sunday (March 29)
9 AM, 11 AM, 7 PM
Holy Thursday (April 2)
9 AM – (Prayers only)
8 PM – Mass of the Lord’s Supper
9:30 PM – Farewell Discourse (Adoration of Blessed Sacrament)
Good Friday (April 3)
9 AM – (Prayers only)
12 PM, 3 PM – Celebration of the Lord’s Passion
Holy Saturday (April 4)
9 AM – Prayers Only
8 PM – Easter Vigil Mass
Easter Sunday (April 5)
9 AM, 11 AM
DIVINE MERCY SUNDAY—APRIL 12 , 2026
The Annual Novena prayed in preparation for the Divine Mercy Sunday begins on Good Friday. Anyone wishing to pray it together with others should meet at the Divine Mercy Image ( beside the confessional ) after any Good Friday celebration and after each 9:00 am Mass during Easter week. Find information and Novena pamphlets at the church exits and see bulletin boards for details of the special Holy Hour of Adoration & Benediction to be held at 3:00 pm on Divine Mercy Sunday itself, For more information, kindly contact Bonnie Washer at 416.282.0370 ext. 252.
Break and Breathe is CF Torontos Online Caregiver Program
This 6– week program helps caregivers of middle-aged and older adults gain knowledge, learn skills, develop coping strategies and provides support and resources in a safe, welcoming and non-judgmental environment.
DATES: Wednesdays from April 15 to May 20 | 1 PM to 2:30 PM
COST: Free
All applicants are required to have a screening interview. For further information and to register, speak with Yan Yan Woo MSW, RSW at ywoo@cfstoronto.org or 416-921-1163 ext. 2249
Contact Us
Alpha – Open Invitation to Open Conversations - DATE CHANGE
Schedule & Location
Saturdays beginning April 11 12:30 PM
St. Joseph’s Parish – 200 Morrish Rd., Scarborough
Event Details
You’re invited to join Alpha, a welcoming space to explore life’s big questions through open and engaging conversations.
Come meet new people, share perspectives, and build community in a relaxed and friendly environment.
All are welcome!
SACRED WEST EUROPE TOUR 2026
SACRED WEST EUROPE WITH SWITZERLAND, LOURDES & FATIMA
Duration
16 Days | 12 Cities | 06 Countries
Dates
31st August to 16th September 2026
Countries Visited
Italy, Vatican, Switzerland, France, Spain, Portugal
Spiritual Guidance
Leader: Rev. Fr. Arinze Onwuzulike, CSSP
Affiliation: St. Joseph’s Parish, Scarborough, Toronto
Special Note: Mass in Lourdes & Fatima (Subject to availability)
Pricing
All-Inclusive Tour with Flights: CAD$ 5700 + Tips €90
Slogan: Join from anywhere in the world!
Itinerary Highlights (Cities)
Rome, Assisi, Pisa, Padova, Venice, Engelberg, Lucerne, Paris, Lourdes, Salamanca, Fatima, Lisbon.
Featured Attractions
Basilica of St. Peters, Vatican Museum, Basilica St. John Lateran
Santa Scala (Holy Steps), Trevi Fountain, Leaning Tower of Pisa
St. Francis of Assisi, St. Anthony of Padua, Venice
Mt. Titlis with Ice Flyer, Lucerne, Seine River Cruise
Eiffel Tower (3rd Level), Lourdes Grotto, Holy Baths, Candlelight Procession
Chapel of Apparition Fatima, Basilica of Our Lady of Fatima
Lisbon City Tour and more…
Contact Information
Tour Conductor: Diana D’Souza
Phone: 647-922-6575
Agency: Flyworld Travel Services
Address: 3300 – 205 5 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2P 2V7
Agency Tel: 403.293.6388
Email: contact@flyworldtravel.ca
SACRAMENTAL DATES 2026
First Holy Communion Mass
April 12 at 1 PM— Cardinal Leger, St. Dominic Savio, Sunday School | April 19 at 1 PM—St. Brendan & St. Jean de Brebeuf
Confirmation Mass
April 26 at 1 PM— Cardinal Leger, Dominic Savio, Sunday School | May 3 at 1 PM– St. Brendan, St. Jean de Brebeuf
BEFORE YOU FIX YOUR WEDDING DATE
Thinking about doing your wedding in the Church? Great move! The way to go is to call the parish office and schedule an appointment with the priest at least 12 months before your desired wedding date. It is a requirement in the Catholic Archdiocese of Toronto.
Hoping for the best for you as you process and make this important life-long decision
DID YOU KNOW
| The same crowd that praises can also reject; so faith must go deeper than emotion? | |
| Following Christ means walking toward the Cross, not away from discomfort? | |
| Love that saves is love that sacrifices? |
Edge Youth Ministry 2025-2026
Registration for youth in Grade 6, 7, and 8 has begun. EDGE will meet on the 2nd and 4th Fridays of each month.
Come discover the EPIC Universe!
Please contact Jeremy Tanuan for more information: JTanuan@archtoronto.org or 416-282-0370 ex. 213.