Community Events

Art, Religion, and the Spiritual

Saturday, May 29, 2010 – 2:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
University of St. Michael's College, 121 St. Joseph Street, Room 400, Muzzo Family Alumni Hall.

A lecture by Rev. Dan Donovan, Professor Emeritus of Theology at St. Michael's College at the University of Toronto. He is a former member of the boards of the Museum of Contemporary Canadian Art, St. Michael's College and OCAD. An avid art collector, he has donated most of his collection of contemporary Canadian art to St. Michael's College, where it is displayed in public spaces for the enjoyment and inspiration of all.

For more information please call 416-926-7260 or email smc.alumniaffairs@utoronto.ca. www.utoronto.ca/stmikes/alum-dev.

St. Boniface School Celebrating 50 Year of Catholic Education

Saturday, May 29, 2010
St. Boniface Parish, 21 Markanna Drive, Scarborough.

Calling all former staff, students and parents of St. Boniface Catholic School. On Saturday, May 29, 2010, St. Boniface Catholic School is celebrating 50 years of Catholic Education. There will be a special Mass at St. Boniface Parish at 11:00 a.m. The parish is located at 21 Markanna Drive in Scarborough. A reception will follow at the school from 12:00 noon - 3:00 p.m.

For more information please contact the school at 416-393-5277.

Mining the Riches of the Christian Tradition: Mysticism in Everyday Life
Three part Lecture Series

Tuesdays, May 4, May 11 – 7:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Charbonnel Lounge, 81 St. Mary Street, Toronto.

Facilitated by Sr. Jeanne Cover, I.B.V.M. Christian mystics, as exemplified in the life and work of Mary Ward, attest to the fact that the gift of union with God can be searched for and found, whoever and whatever we are. Mysticism involves sight, the new vision that comes from recognition of the divine in our midst and expressed in the transforming love of God and neighbour. This three part series will invite participants to become more attentive to their own spiritual journey within the context of the journey and prophetic message of Mary Ward (1585-1645).

April 27 – “Looking Back” – The message in 1609 – a time of challenge and conflict, internal and external, for Christianity.

May 4 – “Living the Experience” – Meeting the Holy through Contemplation in Action, confronting the problem of unbelief by 'holding on to hope with faith'.

May 11 – “Looking Ahead” – The Message Today: May Ward's vision for the future. Who are the mystics of today? What do the writings and practice of the mystics have to say to modern seekers of spiritual meaning?

Cost $20.00/evening, $50.00 for the series. Co-sponsored by Loretto Sisters and St. Mike's Continuing Education. For more information and reservations, please call 416-926-7254 or email continuinged.stmikes@utoronto.ca.

30th North America Chinese Catholic Clergy, Religious and Laity Convention

“Chinese Catholics Living in a Changing
Multi-ethnic Society”

June 25 - 28, 2010
Location - four hosting Chinese Catholic parishes in Toronto.

Join Chinese Catholics from across North America to explore faith, formation and the challenges of maintaining Chinese Catholic faith identity and traditions in an ever-more diversifying multicultural society. A secondary stream of discussion will focus specifically on the challenges facing young Chinese people as they grow in faith.

Hosted by the Chinese Pastoral Council of the Archdiocese of Toronto, presenters will include, among others: Fr. T. Fay, SJ; Deacon John Wu; and Dr. Christian Elia, director of the Toronto Office of Catholic Youth. Opening Mass to be celebrated by His Grace, Archbishop Thomas Collins and Closing Mass to be celebrated by Bishop William McGrattan.

The Convention will be conducted in English with simultaneous translation in Chinese. Everyone is welcome to attend. The deadline for registration is
May 25, 2010.

For more information/registration: Visit www.saintagnestsao.org or contact Herbert Au (416-662-8278), Cindy Kwok (905-305-1200) or Peter Chen (416-858-2283).

PARISH SECRETARY Full Time
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Reporting to the Pastor, the successful candidate will provide administrative support as well as a welcoming presence for all those seeking assistance at the
parish office of St. Margaret of Scotland Church, Toronto.

Job Requirements:
Receive visitors and handle all forms of communication
Good organizational and planning skills.
Ability to work independently and as a team member.
Skilled in Computer usage (Microsoft Office, Quicken, databases)
Parish secretarial or previous office experience is an asset.

Interested applicants may submit their resume with cover letter by mail, fax or email to the Pastor, Rev. Andy Macbeth by May 17, 2010.

Start Date for Position - August 2010. St. Margaret of Scotland Church, 222 Ridley Blvd, Toronto, Ontario M5M 3M6. Phone: 416-485-7781 Fax: 416-489-4183 email: stmarg@sympatico.ca.

Foundations in Parish Nursing Program

Are you a registered nurse who would like to learn more about the exciting field of parish nursing? Consider joining us from July 9-16, 2010 for a new ecumenical formation program being offered at Holy Family Retreat House on beautiful Lake Erie, near Kingsville, Ontario.

For more information visit www.spicf.ca or www.capnm.ca or contact Michelle O'Rourke, Lay Ecclesial Ministry Specialist, Diocese of London, at
1-866-433-2160 ext. 7000261 morourke@rcec.london.on.ca .

Spring Dinner Dance Fundraiser at
Canadian Martyrs Parish

Saturday, May 15, 2010 - 6:00 p.m.
Canadian Martyrs Parish Hall, 522 Plains Road, Toronto.

Tickets are $25.00 per person.

For more information please contact the parish at
416-421-9765.

Transitions Dealing With Life

Paulist Ministry Centre, 830 Bathurst Street, Toronto.

Many times we find our lives in some state of upheaval and not very secure about how things in our life will be resolved.

On four Thursday evenings, May 6, 13, 20, and 26, a group will begin discussing life's transitions. The group will be given the opportunity to talk about recent changes in their lives that put them into a temporary transitional place. The group will have time to talk about what it is they have lost and how to work their way through to a successful conclusion. The group members may have lost their jobs, a death in the family, divorce, children going off to new locations etc. Time will be given to discuss your changes in life and transitions.

The group co-coordinators are Mary Marrocco and Fr. Paul Lannan, CSP. Sessions will run from 7:00 p.m. -8:30 p.m.

For more information please contact 416-534-4219.

The National March for Life

The National March for Life is an annual pro-life event which takes place in Ottawa. Three days of events take place on May 12, 13 and 14 including: Masses and Prayer Services, a candlelight vigil, Eucharistic Adoration, a rally on Parliament Hill and walk through downtown Ottawa, banquets and a youth conference.

Tickets are still available for the Rose Dinner Banquet (Thurs. May 13). Please join us as we gather, pray and express our concerns for unborn children. Take an active stand against abortion.

More information can be found on website or by calling Campaign Life Coalition at 416-204-9749 or
1-800-730-5358.

GET OUT YOUR CLUBS AND GOLF!

Monday, June 7, 2010
Lionhead Golf & Country Club, Brampton.

Friends, Food and Fairway… a combination that can't be beat, all in the spirit of charity.

Help build a stronger, healthier community by participating in the 15th Annual ShareLife Corporate Golf Tournament on Monday June 7th. This year's tourney will be held at our new venue, Lionhead Golf & Country Club in Brampton. You'll enjoy a whole day of fun and fellowship that includes lunch, special give-aways, prizes, auction and a sumptuous dinner.

If you register before May 7th you'll be entered in our EARLY BIRD DRAW and eligible to WIN a free golf foursome at a premier golf course in the GTA.

For more information, visit www.sharelife.org/golf or call 416-934-3400 ext 526.

“I'll follow you Jesus…
ah, where are you going?”

A special retreat for young adults (18-35 yrs) with Fr. Len Altilia, S.J.

June 4 – 6, 2010
Manresa Jesuit Spiritual Renewal Centre, Pickering.

This retreat aims to help younger people learn the skills of discernment in order to assist them in making the important decisions they face in their life and to help them develop the habit of discernment as an ordinary element of their spiritual development.

Suggested offering: $150.00 including meals, accommodation, program and spiritual direction. To register or for more information please contact 905-839-2864 ext. 110 or info@manresa-canada.ca or visit us at www.manresa-canada.ca.

Development and Peace Rep Info Session

Saturday, May 29, 2010
St. Dominic's Parish, Mississauga.

“Solidarity with poor countries that are in the process of development can point towards a solution of the current global crisis” – Pope Benedict XVI, Caritas in Veritate, 2009.

Development and Peace is the international solidarity organization of the Canadian Catholic Church. Help us respond to the call to change the world through Love in Truth! Please Attend the D&P Parish Rep info session on Saturday, May 29th 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., St. Dominic's Parish, Mississauga. Free lunch to follow.

Contact Luke Stocking 416-922-1592 ext. 225 luke.stocking@devp.org to register.

Parish Dinner Celebrating Year of the Priest

St. Philip Neri's CWL invites the whole parish to Dinner with our Capuchins celebrating the Year of the Priest.

Friday, May 28, 2010
St. Philip Neri Parish Hall, North York.

Catered Dinner, $50.00 per person. Tickets on sale at the Parish Office. Extra funds raised to be directed to the Capuchin Burse Fund.

For tickets, call the office at 416-241-3101.
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El CWL de la parroquia de San Felipe Neri invita todos a laCena con los Capuchinos celebrando el Año de los Sacerdotes.

Viernes, 28 de mayo de 2010
San Felipe Neri, North York.

Cena por ordenador, $50.00 por persona. Boletos en venta en la oficina Parroquial.  Extra fondos dirigidos a la Bolsa de Fondos de los Capuchinos.
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Il CWL della parrocchia di S.Filippo Neri vi invita a partecipare alla Cena con i Frati Cappuccini celebrando l'Anno Sacerdotale.

Venerdi, 28 maggio 2010
S.Filippo Neri, North York.

Quota di partecipazione, $50.00 per persona. I fondi raccolti saranno devoluti a favore delle Borse di Studio dei Cappuccini. 

Full-Time Director of Chaplaincy Services

Newman Centre is seeking a full-time director of chaplaincy services to organize, coordinate and implement chaplaincy programs and services during weekdays to serve university students and to promote a Catholic presence at the University of Toronto.

Job requirements:
University Degree in related field (theology, religious studies, philosophy, education, counselling) OR University degree in unrelated field but with a certificate in youth ministry, diocesan lay formation certificate or combined experience and training.
2 years experience in campus ministry or 3 years experience in youth ministry.
Must be a practising Catholic, supported by a pastoral reference from a bishop or priest.
Good organization, planning, time management and decision-making skills.
Flexibility in work scheduling and willingness to adapt to student timetables.
Excellent communication skills and able to relate well with students and young adults.
Skilled in working with current computer applications (MS Office, etc).
Background or experience in marketing, promotion, or advertising an asset.

Interested applicants should submit their résumé and cover letter in MS Word format by Friday, May 21, 2010 to Patrick Douglas by email: coordinator@newmantoronto.com or Fax: 416-596-6920. We thank all applicants, however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.

Concert of Sacred Music

Sunday, May 16, 2010 - 7:00 p.m.
St. Mark's Church, Toronto.

There will be a Concert of Sacred Music at St. Mark's Church, 277 Park Lawn Road, Etobicoke. Free-will offering. Light refreshments afterwards. For more information, please call 416-259-6790.

Kolbe Eucharistic Mini-Retreat

Saturday, May 1, 2010
St. Brigid's Parish, Toronto.

Kolbe Eucharistic Mini-Retreat at St. Brigid's Church, 300 Wolverleigh Blvd. from 2:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Father Ed Keays will speak on "Mary: From the Fiat to the Cross, the Answer was Yes".

All are welcome. See www.kolbeapostolate.com for more information.

Project Rachel - Weekend Retreat

Are you longing to hear Jesus' words of peace and consolation resonate in your heart? Are you still hurting from an abortion experience? We can help. Call 416-629-8264. A weekend retreat for women whose hearts have been broken by abortion: May 28-30, 2010.

Project Rachel - Private and Confidential.

I am in you, and you are in me. John 17:22

Eucharistic Adoration for Children

Tuesday, May 11, 2010
Blessed Trinity Parish, Toronto.

The FNE Explorers and Blessed Trinity Parish are offering a special evening Children's Eucharistic Adoration program.

This evening's Adoration of our Lord opportunity is being lead by a well known priest, Father Antoine Thomas from the Community of St. John located just west of Chicago, who is known throughout North-America for his ability to draw many thousands of children to Eucharistic Adoration. This unique Ministry under the title of "Children of Hope" is drawing much positive praise from parents, youth, schools, parishes and the church as a whole. Please visit www.childrenofhope.org for more information.

For more information please contact Paul Ritchi at 416-435-6593.

Did you know that more than 200 people die every year in Canada waiting for the transplants that could have saved their lives?

Canadian Blood Services is inviting you to learn more and speak up to advance organ and tissue donation and transplantation in Canada by registering to participate in a public dialogue on this very important issue.

Saturday, May 29, 2010 - 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Four Points by Sheraton, 6257 Airport Road, Mississauga.

The topic may have personally touched your family or a friend's life; it may be relevant to your work; your community group or service organization might be interested in this issue; or you may simply be a concerned citizen who wants to learn more and make a difference. Regardless of where you are coming from, your input and contributions are needed in this important conversation.

This public dialogue is part of a larger national stakeholder and public engagement initiative to educate, engage, and mobilize individual Canadians and organizations towards the development of a strategic plan to advance organ and tissue donation and transplantation (OTDT) in Canada. The initiative is being led by Canadian Blood Services, a not-for-profit, charitable organization whose mandate is to manage the blood supply for Canadians.

Advance registration is required. To register please contact Debbie White, OTDT-PA Coordinator, Canadian Blood Services, 1800 Alta Vista Drive, Ottawa, ON K1G 4J5. Tel 613-739-2404 debbie.white@blood.ca.

Don't miss this opportunity to share your ideas and contribute to improving OTDT in Canada. Please pass this invitation along to your family, friends and colleagues.

Seeds of Hope

Saturday May 15, 2010
Dayspring Chapel at L'Arche Daybreak, 11339 Yonge Street, Richmond Hill, at Devonsleigh Blvd. 5 km North of Major Mackenzie Drive.

“Living With A Sense of Mission” Facilitated by Mary Bastedo and Joe Egan. A reflection series based on the spiritual writings of Henri J.M. Nouwen.

Registration and coffee: 9:00 a.m., reflection from 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Please call or email to reserve a place. 905-884-0025 ext. 110. Toll-free: 1-866-226-2158 ext.110 nouwensociety@nouwen.net www.HenriNouwen.org.

$30 or pay what you can (cash or cheque at the door). Books, pottery and candles on sale after the reflection.