June 11th 2017: Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity – Year A

New to the Parish? Welcome!

Registration Form are found at the Church’s entrances.

You can drop off your completed form in an offertory basket.

Don’t forget we have a website that provides information about our parish.

Masses for the Week

Sat. June 10

  • 9:00 am †Claudina & Albino Rodrigues
  • 5:00 pm †Ilka Mikulinac

Sun. June 11

  • 9:00 am †Mircea & Celina Zabrai
  • 11:00 am For the People of the Parish
  • 7:00 pm †Mark Tanel

Mon. June 12

  • 9:00 am †Marinatte Mian

Tues. June 13

  • 9:00 am †Heda Zeljko

Wed. June 14

  • 9:00 am †Deceased members of the Dwyer & Camilleri Families

Thurs. June 15

  • 9:00 am Intention of Nestor & Natalie Smysnuik

Fri. June 16

  • 9:00 am
    • Intention of Manisha Raju
    • Intention of Mario & Maria Simao
    • Intention of Baby Vincent Mantini
    • Intention of Angelus Viernes’ Children †Jim Malcolm

Sat. June 17

  • 9:00 am †Abelardo Bautista
  • 5:00 pm †Giovanni & Aquilina Vacca

Reflection

Who is God? What does knowing him mean for us? When God revealed his name to Moses, he initiated a personal relationship of love with his people. To tell one’s name is to reveal one’s identity. God uses the language of mother-love to describe his tenderness, patience, and fidelity. Given such a relationship, even sinful people can beg to be adopted as God’s children. John’s three verses sum up the entire gospel: God loved us so much that he sent his Son. To believe in Jesus is to know God; to reject him is to refuse life. Paul's letter calls us to the shared joy which is the mark of Christians. God’s children mirror his love, peace and unity; by helping one another we become more like God. Our kiss of peace during the Eucharist expresses our love. Paul’s concluding blessing calls on God as source of our love, Jesus the Crucified who has manifested God’s love for us, and the indwelling Spirit who enables us to love God and each other. The life of the Trinity is model and source for our Christian lives.

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St. Vincent de Paul Society

This Society is an international Catholic lay organization that brings together women and men in the parish to grow spiritually by offering assistance to those in need within and out the parish.

Vincentians come from all different backgrounds and are united in our mission to live the Gospel and serve Christ by our charitable works and advocacy work on behalf of our neighbours in need.

The Society of St. Vincent de Paul was founded in 1833 by Frederick Ozanam a devote Catholic who was studying law in Paris at the time. Frederick served the poor in Paris along with some fellow students and by 1850 there were 500 conference around Paris.

Our work is funded by your generous donations and we are also involved in children’s camps, housing, prison ministry and help for those suffering from various afflictions in our city. If you would like to know more about our organization, you may visit our website at svdptoronto.org

Thank you for your generosity,

Tom DeLuca

Sunday 9:00 a.m. Choir

God doesn’t call people who are qualified. He calls people who are willing and then he qualifies them.

If you hear the call and would like to join our choir, we are currently seeking new members. ALL parishioners, high school (earn volunteer hours) and up, whose talent is singing are welcome.

Ability to read music is not required.

Anyone interested please call our church office or Isis Rebello at 416-286-0707

32nd Heritage Day Community Festival

Let’s celebrate the 150th Anniversary of our country!

 

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Development of Peace’s 50th Anniversary

Did you know that in 2001 following the invasions of Iraq and Afghanistan, Development and Peace  expanded its program in the Middle East. Participation of the most excluded, including women was encouraged. In Afghanistan the main focus of our program is to support citizen participation in the development of this young democracy, improve societal conditions for women and to promote peace at all levels of society. To find out more about the work of D&P or to become a member or donor, visit our website at devp.org/en/get-involved

Family of Faith

Attention donors to our parish’s Family of Faith campaign

Please help the Family of Faith campaign maintain its records by letting them know of any changes to your information, including your e-mail address.

Please contact the Donations Processing Centre at campaign@archtoronto.org or call 416-934-3400 ext. 555

EDGE - Youth

If you will be in Grade 6, 7, or 8 in September 2017 St. Joseph’s Youth Ministry is accepting registrations.

So far what’s scheduled……

  • Oct. 13 Kick-off Nov. 10 Calling all Superheros
  • Oct. 27 Holy-Ween Nov. 24 SuperGirl
  • Oct. 29* Greet a Saint Dec. 8 A Star is Born

*Sunday Dates for 2018 still to come

Application forms are in the Narthex and on line at Youth EDGE

Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ (Corpus Christi) Procession

Taking place on June 18 following the 12:00 p.m. mass at Our lady of Good Counsel Catholic Church, 867 College Street, Toronto

Processions teach the heart to follow unswervingly. This is our witness to Christ Jesus, our King. Your are invited to join us. Wear white and bring your rosary. Procession will be followed by benediction.

Visit ourladyofgoodcounseltoronto.com for more info

Film and Testimony Night "Jerusalem”

June 20th 7:00 to 9:00 p.m.

Watch the inspiring film “Jerusalem” and view the spectacular vistas sacred to the three monotheistic religions.

There will be sharing of testimonies on the entry into the Catholic Church and reminiscences of life in a Jewish neighbourhood. All are welcome at the Blessed Trinity Parish Hall located at 3220 Bayview Ave.

National Aboriginal Day Mass

The Toronto Diocesan Counsel of the CWL of Canada will host this mass at St. John Vianney located at 13 Balwin Lane in Barrie, Ontario on Sunday June 25th at 11:30 a.m. All are welcome and refreshments and guest speakers will follow the mass.

Attention St. Martin de Porres’ Parishioners

The Knights of Columbus of St. Martin de Porres are sponsoring a scholarship of $500 for a member of the parish who will be a full-time student in college or university for September 2017. The deadline for the application is  June 20th.

Please e-mail smithwriter@rogers.com to receive an application form.

Please pass along this information to our parishioners attending other parishes.

 

Best of Luck,

Peter Smith, Council Executive member

St. Martin de Porres (416) 283-9493

Working wonders for those who need help in our neighbourhood….

Working with St. Elizabeth HealthCare, ShareLife, through Catholic Charities has implemented a shared services initiative that has provided support to agencies in the areas of human resources (16 agencies) and financial services (5 agencies.). Now in its fourth year of activity agencies participating in this initiative report that they are able to improve the quality, competency and accuracy of their work in these areas. Some Executive Directors reported on the impact of this initiative to their agency. “It has enhanced our agency’s competence.” shares one Director, “Before, I was in way over my head, but trying to do my best. Now I have expertise at my disposal and feel comfortable.”

Today is ShareLife Sunday.

Thank you for your generosity.