June 26 2016: 13th Sunday in Ordinary Time – Year C
Masses for the Week – June 25 – July 2, 2016
Sat June 25
- 9:00am †Kathleen Hannan
- 5:00pm †Deceased & Living Members of the Catholic Women’s League
Sun June 26
- 9:00am †V. Ganesh
- 11:00am For the People of the Parish
- 7:00pm †Joan Williams
Mon June 27
- 9:00am Thanksgiving – Visitation Faldas
Tues June 28 ST. IRENAEUS, BISHOP, MARTYR
- 9:00am †Ian Parker
Wed June 29 ST. PETER & ST. PAUL, APOSTLES
- 9:00am †Cristino Balin
Thurs June 30
- 9:00am †Rita & Sylvester D’Souza
Fri July 1 CANADA DAY
- 9:00am
- Intention of Peter Tao Pham Intention of Julia Quiogue Intention of Frances Riggi
- †Martin & Arnolda Raposo
- †Alfred & Matilda Hannah
- 7.30pm For Canada & its people
Sat July 2
- 9:00am †Mauro Cea
- 5:00pm Intention of Michael & Sheila McManus
REFLECTION
What does it mean to travel with Jesus toward heaven? It means that we must follow him as he resolutely takes the road to Jerusalem and the passion. This journey will not be graced with self-serving miracles or special preferment as James and John expected. Lack of hospitality and rejection along the way, and a precarious life without human security, were the lot of Jesus on this earth. There is no time to waste on the road to God; we must be willing to give up everything in order to achieve our goal. Even human ties must take a second place to the work of spreading the Good News. The poverty of spirit demanded of the disciple and apostle requires a break with the past and the fixing of our hearts on Christ for life. Jesus demands a more unconditional response to his invitation than that given by Elisha in the first reading, who is called Elijah from his daily work. Christ has liberated us from the law, St. Paul writes to the Galatians, to free us from selfless service to one another. The Spirit will guide us in our loving service, by a way which is above the law because it is the way of love.
Sunday Mass Book
SCHEDULE FOR SUMMER 2016
During the months of July and August, the following masses will continue: Saturday 9:00am and First Fridays 9:00am and 7:30pm .
PARISH BULLETIN
Our Sunday Bulletin will not be published during the months of July and August. The last bulletin before the summer break will be Sunday, June 26. Publication will resume on September 4. Items for first fall bulletin must be submitted by noon on Monday August 29, 2016.
PARISH OFFICE CLOSURES
The Parish Office will be closed on Friday July 1st (Canada Day), Monday August 1st (Civic Holiday) and September 4 (Labour Day)
PARISH OFFICE SUMMER HOURS
The Parish Office hours for July and August will be as follows: Monday – Thursday: 9:00a.m. – 5:00p.m. (closed for lunch from 12:30 – 1:30p.m.) Friday: 9:00a.m. – 1:00p.m
Please note that sessions for Faith Enrichment and the Prayer Group will be discontinued during the summer months and will reconvene in mid-September.
Have a safe and wonderful Summer!
PRAYER FOR THE SICK
Alfred Alevras, Giuseppe Florio, James Santos, and Sean Viegas
(Names will remain on this list for the month)
LINE DANCING
LINE DANCING
Joseph Parish Hall (200 Morrish Rd)
HERE ARE THE DATES FOR 2016
- Wednesday May 18, 25
- Wednesday June 1 Room 2
- Wednesday June 8, 15, 22, 29
Come one, come all and have some fun!
Start time: 7:00 p.m. $2.00 per class
We invite all members, parishioners and friends
Contact: Ingrid Hart 416-282-8775
Refreshments and Snacks
Confidence Building Group for Young Women
July 13, 2016 @ 1:00 pm
Wednesdays, July 13 to August 17 – 1 to 4 p.m.
Catholic Family Services of Toronto (North Office)
5799 Yonge St., Suite 300
Are you looking for a new and exciting experience this summer? If you are between the ages of 16 and 19, we invite you to join us for six weeks of self-discovery, personal growth and fun! This is a unique opportunity to meet new friends, build confidence and develop life-long leadership skills. An initial appointment will be required to ensure group suitability. If you are interested please feel free to contact us.
Cost is $30 per session (subsidies are available).
We hope to hear from you!
CONTACT: Andrea Jaramillo
PHONE: 416-921-1163 ext. 2224
EMAIL: ajaramil-lo@cfstoronto.com
ST. JOSEPH’S PARISH ANNUAL PICNIC
(Sponsored by the Knights of Columbus)
SUNDAY, JULY 3rd at ADAMS PARK — 1 to 5 p.m.
ENTRANCE to the Park is off Port Union on Rozell Rd.
Come and enjoy a fun day and get to know each other as members of the St. Joseph, Highland Creek Parish Family. We look forward to meeting our fellow Family members.
This event is open to all Parishioners.
Games and fun for the whole family.
A special welcome is extended to the youth.
BBQ food and refreshments will be available
(for a nominal fee).
Remember to bring your lawn chairs.
For further information call: Peter D’Souza 416-283-3959
Tour of Historic St. Michael’s Catholic Cemetery
July 10, 2016 @ 2:00 pm
St. Michael’s Catholic Cemetery
Entrance on Yonge St., south of St. Clair Ave.
Hidden behind the storefronts of Yonge Street and St. Clair Avenue lies the “Quiet Gentle Surprise” that is St. Michael’s Cemetery. Join us as we take a step back in time to the in-fancy of our city and archdiocese as we tour this historic cemetery.
CONTACT: Amy Profenna or Frank Jannetta
PHONE: 416-733- 8544
PILGRIMAGE TO MONTREAL AND QUEBEC
A group of parishioners are organizing a pilgrimage to the Holy Doors of Mercy in Montreal and Quebec, from August 20 –22, 2016. For more information, please contact :
Diana D’Souza at 647-922-6575
Email: ddinax@gmail.com
or
Jean Fernandes at 416-282-4182
Email: jeanflora.fernandes@hormail.com
Truth, Reconciliation and Hope Conference
June 22, 2016 @ 8:00 am
Alumni Hall, University of St. Michael’s College
121 St. Joseph St., Toronto Wheelchair Accessible
A vision for a new Canada. Join the conversation and hear speak-ers such as Cree Knowledge Keeper Noel Starblanket, Dr. Marie Wilson, Commissioner, Truth and Reconciliation Commission, The Rt. Hon. Paul Martin, Charlie Angus, MP, and Grand Chiefs Joe Norton and Abram Benedict, among many others. Reception to follow at Regis College with Guest of Honour, Thomas Cardinal Collins, Chancellor, University of St. Michael’s College.
The Truth, Reconciliation and Hope Conference is hosted by the University of St. Michael’s College and the Jesuits in English Canada. Net proceeds for the Mother Teresa Middle School, Regina, SK. Sponsorship and Matching Gift opportunities are available.
THANK YOU
The Catholic Women’s League of St. Joseph’s Parish would like to thank the 
Parish Community, friends and the many CWL Sisters in The League who contributed to the success of the 2016 Heritage Day Celebrations. It was great fun for all and your show of support is truly appreciated. It is because of your contributions and hard work that we are able to serve our Parish and support our many charities.
Thank you once again and God Bless
Ingrid Hart – President 2015 – 2016