APRIL 11TH 2026 2ND SUNDAY OF EASTER – DIVINE MERCY SUNDAY(YEAR A)
Masses for the Week
| 2026-04-11 09:00 | † Bridget Corera |
| 2026-04-11 17:00 | † Quiteria Vaz |
| 2026-04-12 09:00 | † Deceased Members of the Mendoca Family |
| 2026-04-12 11:00 | People of the Parish |
| 2026-04-12 19:00 | † Melwyn Shelford |
| 2026-04-13 09:00 | Intention of Cherileen Q. Carido |
| 2026-04-14 09:00 | † Luis Pereira |
| 2026-04-15 09:00 | † Noe Dayot |
| 2026-04-16 09:00 | Intention of Alexys Fernandes |
| 2026-04-17 09:00 | † Quilop, Dizon & Canlas Family † Joan Mcneil † Casmiro Dias † Ann Armeni † Zelia D'Souza † Tina Fernandes † Paulina Pengco † Romulo Macasieb & Antonio Ordoña Sr. Intention of Stephen Sebastian Intention of Marchal S. Quiogue |
| 2026-04-18 09:00 | † Zacharias & Priscilla Pinto |
| 2026-04-18 17:00 | † Francis Vaz |
REFLECTION
On this Second Sunday of Easter, we reflect on Jesus revealing Himself to His disciples after the Resurrection. Though they had experienced fear and failure, Jesus comes to them with peace. Thomas, who was not present at the first appearance, struggles to believe the others. Yet in His mercy, Jesus returns and invites Thomas to see and touch His wounds. Thomas responds with a profound declaration of faith: “My Lord and my God!” This moment reminds us that faith is a personal response to God’s invitation. Jesus meets each of us where we are, even in our doubts, and calls us to trust in Him. Faith is more than belief—it is a surrender of our whole lives, placing Christ at the center. The disciples, once hesitant and afraid, are transformed and sent out to proclaim the Gospel to all nations. Their witness shows that true faith is lived out with courage, even in the face of suffering. Through faith in Jesus, we receive a deep and lasting peace and joy that the world cannot give. As we conclude the Easter Octave, we are reminded that the Risen Lord calls each of us by name and invites us to live in the freedom of believing hearts. Do not doubt, but believe.
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.
DIVINE MERCY SUNDAY—APRIL 12 , 2026
In celebration of the Divine Mercy Sunday, there will be a Holy Hour of Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament beginning at 2:45 pm this Sunday, closing with Benediction, priestly blessing of personal Divine Mercy Images, and public veneration of the Divine Mercy image.
Refreshments will follow. Donations of finger foods will be gratefully accepted. All are welcome! Please see the posters on the bulletin boards at the church exits for more details. For more information, kindly contact Bonnie Washer at 416.282.0370 ext. 252.
CWL
The Catholic Women’s League is extending an invitation to Parishioners of St. Joseph’s Parish to come and celebrate with us our annual Mass dedicated to our Patroness “Our Lady of Good Counsel” on Saturday, April 25th at 11:00 a.m. The New Members Ceremony will take place at this time. Please join us for this celebration, refreshments to follow.
Legion of Mary - Patrician meeting
Legion of Mary invites you to the Patrician meeting on
Saturday, April 11th at 9:45 am in Room #2 of the Church basement.
Topic: Caring for the mind- a gift from God
Speaker: Mrs. Christine Santos.
A parishioner and busy mom. She is a long-time nurse with extensive experience working in the mental health unit of a Scarborough hospital.
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
A JESUIT GUIDE TO THE STARS
APRIL 24 – 26, 2026
SILENT RETREAT FOR MEN AND WOMEN
“A Jesuit Guide to the Stars” explores the deep connection between Ignatian spirituality and the cosmos. Br. Guy Consolmagno, SJ, Vatican astronomer and storyteller of the heavens, will lead a journey through the night sky and a contemplation of scientific truth in the service of faith.
Suggested offering: $290.00 pp. Includes two night’s accommodation, meals, retreat program and spiritual direction.
BROTHER GUY CONSOLMAGNO, SJ
Br. Guy is known as “The Pope’s Astronomer”, as the Director of the Vatican Observatory and President of the Vatican Observatory Foundation. He is the author of popular books including “Turn Left at Orion” (with Dan Davis), “Would you Baptize an Extraterrestrial?” (with Paul Mueller, SJ); his most recent book is A Jesuit’s Guide to the Stars. Pope Francis named Brother Consolmagno the Director of the Vatican Observatory in September 2015.
MANRESA | JESUIT SPIRITUAL RENEWAL CENTRE
martyr's shrine - centennial celebration
In 2026, Martyrs’ Shrine marks a rare and meaningful milestone: 100 years as a place of pilgrimage, encounter, and living faith. In place of our traditional Spring Gala, we invite you to gather for a special Centennial Celebration — an evening set apart to honour the past, celebrate the present, and look ahead together. Prepare to be immersed in an extraordinary evening celebrating one hundred years of faith, witness and mission.
SACRED WEST EUROPE TOUR 2026
SACRED WEST EUROPE WITH SWITZERLAND, LOURDES & FATIMA
Duration
16 Days | 12 Cities | 06 Countries
Dates
31st August to 16th September 2026
Countries Visited
Italy, Vatican, Switzerland, France, Spain, Portugal
Spiritual Guidance
Leader: Rev. Fr. Arinze Onwuzulike, CSSP
Affiliation: St. Joseph’s Parish, Scarborough, Toronto
Special Note: Mass in Lourdes & Fatima (Subject to availability)
Pricing
All-Inclusive Tour with Flights: CAD$ 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 Resurrection is a real event that changed history, not a metaphor?(1 Corinthians 15:14; CCC 638) | |
| Easter joy flows from hope stronger than suffering or death? (Romans 6:9; CCC 655) | |
| Easter faith gives courage to live differently in a wounded world? (John 20:21; CCC 849) |
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.