JUNE 21ST 2026 12TH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME (YEAR A)
Masses for the Week
| 2026-06-19 09:00 | † Gloria Montero † Adeline Noronha † Francis Rebello † Thomas William Ryan † Joseph Jim Halle † Teresa Ann Pham Tram † Alexandru Sandu Intention of Sarah Sebastian Intention of Fr. Francis Folleh Intention of Jun & Amy Reyes |
| 2026-06-20 09:00 | † Batholomew Corera |
| 2026-06-20 17:00 | † Irving Val Felix |
| 2026-06-21 09:00 | † Clifford & Maggie Mendosa |
| 2026-06-21 11:00 | People of the Parish |
| 2026-06-21 19:00 | † Inacio & Rocky Fernandes |
| 2026-06-22 09:00 | † Bartholomew & Bridget Corera |
| 2026-06-23 09:00 | † Sotero Raymundo |
| 2026-06-24 09:00 | † Luisito Santos |
| 2026-06-25 09:00 | † Aurora Samonte Lachica |
| 2026-06-26 09:00 | † Angelo Nepomuceno † Aileen & Keith Anthony Ramdeen † Walter, Anne & Jessie Gaush † Sonja Bozic † Luis Lopez † Danny Phillips Intention of Leanne Gomes Intention of the Rebello family |
| 2026-06-27 09:00 | † Elizabeth Barrera |
| 2026-06-27 17:00 | † Souls of Dias & Alvares Family |
REFLECTION
In today’s Gospel, Jesus calls us to trust in God’s care rather than give in to fear. St. Francis de Sales reminds us that anxiety often comes from our strong desire to escape difficulties or control outcomes. When we feel this uneasiness, we are invited to pause, place ourselves in God’s presence, and allow our hearts to become calm before acting. Instead of rushing or reacting out of fear, we should act with peace, guided by reason and faith. God asks us to trust Him, not our own efforts alone. Through prayer, patience, and openness with others, we find relief and strength. Let us place our confidence in God’s constant love, knowing He cares for us and never abandons us. Those who trust in Him will bear great fruit.
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
Happy Father’s Day!
We give thanks for all fathers and father figures in our parish community. May God bless you with strength, wisdom, and joy as you reflect His love in your families each day.
Mission Appeals in St. Joseph's Parish On Sunday, July 18-19, 2026
Sr Felicia Matola, of the Franciscan Missionary Sisters for Africa (FMSA) will speak at all Masses on July 18-19, 2026. She spent 38 years in Africa doing teaching, youth work, women’s development and helping the desperately poor. FMSA’s Work: Evangelisation, Education, Health, Pastoral & Social Work, Emergency Relief, Climate Crisis Action, in Uganda, Kenya, South Sudan, Zambia and Zimbabwe.
DONATE GENEROUSLY- SEND IN YOUR MISSION ENVELOPE EARLY IF YOU WILL BE ON HOLIDAY!
Joy Filled Marriage
Join us at St. Joseph’s Parish at Highland Creek for our marriage preparation program. Learn more about the Catholic teachings on marriage with our seasoned team of marriage course facilitators. Explore with other marriage preparation participants important topics such as faith, family, communication skills, finance-management, and goal-building using the rich resources from the Joy-Filled Marriage course.
The 6 weekly sessions fulfill the marriage preparation course required to be married in the Catholic Church. Fridays 7:00 – 9:30 PM from July 10, 2026 to August 21, 2026 (except July 31st)
For more details or to register, call the Parish Office at
416-282-0370 or email stjosephsSC@archtoronto.org
Rosary Sunday Pilgrimage to Martyrs' Shrine
Hosted by St. Joseph’s Highland Creek CWL
Join us for a day of prayer, community, and reflection at the Martyrs’ Shrine in Midland, Ontario. This event is open to all Catholic Women’s League (CWL) members, parishioners, family, and friends!
Event Details
Date: Sunday, September 13, 2026
Location: Martyrs’ Shrine (Midland, ON)
Cost: $50 per person (covers bus transportation)
Schedule of the Day
7:00 AM – Bus leaves St. Joseph’s Highland Creek Parish
12:00 PM (Noon) – Outdoor Mass at the Polish Altar
Celebrant: His Eminence Thomas Cardinal Collins
1:00 PM – Lunch (Please bring your own lunch)
2:30 PM – Procession of the Living Cross & Blessed Mary to the Papal Altar for Rosary & Benediction
4:00 PM – Bus departs from Martyrs’ Shrine to return home
Payment & Registration Info
Important Reminder: When making your payment, please write “Rosary Sunday” and the names of the attendees you are paying for in the memo line.
Payments can be made via two methods:
Cheque: Made payable to St. Joseph’s CWL
E-transfer: Send to stjosephscwlhc@gmail.com
Reserve Your Seats
To reserve your spot or if you have any questions, please contact Tierney Thorne:
Email: t.meghan.t@gmail.com
Phone: 647-378-7895
Sacred West Europe Pilgrimage
There will be a Sacred West Europe Pilgrimage from August 31 to September 16, 2026, under the spiritual guidance of Father Arinze, our Associate Pastor. The Sacred Sites to visit are spread across 12 cities in 6 countries of Western Europe, including the Vatican, Padua, Venice, Pisa, Assisi, Lucerne, Paris, Lourdes, Fatima, Lisbon, Engelberg, and Salamanca. The slots are limited, and the booking is on a first-come, first-served basis.
Dates & Pricing
Tour Dates: 31st Aug to 15th Sept 2026
Price: All-inclusive tour with flights for CAD$ 5,700 + Tips €90
Note on Tips: Tips of Euro 90 will be collected on the first day of the trip.
Spiritual Leadership
Spiritual Guidance by: Rev. Fr. Arinze Onwuzulike, CSSP
Affiliation: St. Joseph’s Parish, Scarborough, Toronto
Special Services: Mass in Lourdes & Fatima (Subject to availability)
Itinerary: Cities & Key Attractions
Cities Visited
Rome, Assisi, Pisa, Padova, Venice, Engelberg, Lucerne, Paris, Lourdes, Salamanca, Fatima, Lisbon.
Highlights & Landmarks
Vatican/Italy: 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.
Switzerland: Mt. Titlis with Ice Flyer, Lucerne.
France: Seine River Cruise, Eiffel Tower (3rd Level), Lourdes Grotto, Holy Baths, Candle Light Procession.
Portugal: Chapel of Apparition Fatima, Basilica of Our Lady of Fatima, Lisbon City Tour and more…
Contact & Agency Information
Agency: Centre Holidays (Redefining Travel)
Primary Contact: Carlton Montaut | 647.460.8805 | Carlton@CentreHolidays.com
Tour Leader: Diana Dsouza | 647.922.6575 | Ddimax@CentreHolidays.com
Corporate Address: 221-2155 Leanne Boulevard, Mississauga, Ontario, L5K 2K8, Canada
Phone (P): 905.823.8805
Toll-Free (T): 1.888.823.8801
Fax (F): 1.905.581.0766
Website: www.centreholidays.com
Registrations: TICO 50018114 | BC A0086734 | HST 832421287RT0001
DID YOU KNOW
| Jesus repeats "Do not be afraid" because fear is often the greatest obstacle to discipleship? | |
| St. Francis found freedom when he stopped worrying about what people thought of him and focused on what God thought of him? | |
| Publicly belonging to Christ begins with small daily acts of faithfulness long before moments of heroic witness? |
Edge Youth Ministry 2025-2026
The Youth Ministry members want to pray for your intentions this Easter season. We also invite you to please pray for us and consider helping our youth participate in events like EDGE Camp and Lift Jesus Higher Rally with a donation using the colourful envelopes available at the back of the church. Thank you and God bless.
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.