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The Bishops Ask for Help – Collection for the Needs of the Church in Canada
The annual Collection for the Needs of the Church in Canada will be held on Sunday, September 24, 2006.
Where does the collected money go? The money raised helps finance the activities of the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops (CCCB). For over 60 years, the Conference has been active on the national and international stage, emphasizing such issues as the protection of human life, social justice, ecumenical relations, the promotion of human rights, and aid to developing countries.
Your contribution is essential, and the Bishops of Canada thank you for your generous contribution toward strengthening the outreach of our Church.
For further information: www.cccb.ca
email – cecc@cccb.ca. |
Lecture: "Globalization: Opportunity
or Threat for Catholic Education?”
Archbishop J. Michael Miller, C.S.B.,
Secretary of the Congregation for Catholic Education
(for Seminaries and Institutes of Study)
will be delivering a free public lecture:
"Globalization: Opportunity or Threat for Catholic Education?”
Saturday, September 16, 2006
7:00 p.m.
Sam Sorbara Auditorium
University of St. Michael's College
81 Saint Mary Street
Toronto, Ontario.
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Youth Ministers' Appreciation
Gathering & OCY 2006/7 Launch
September 16 @ 9:00 a.m. - 4 p.m.
St. Thomas More Parish, Scarborough
We invite all youth ministers from across the Archdiocese to mark Saturday, September 16th on their calendars. We will begin with Mass and continue by sharing resources for the upcoming year and discussing diocesan preparation plans for the International Eucharistic Congress in 2008, including important information about the Ark of the New Covenant that is travelling across Canada over the next couple years. We'll treat you to a catered lunch and give you a chance to meet other youth ministers in your area. There is no cost for this day.
September 16 will also mark the beginning of Youth Ministry workshops for both new and experienced Youth Ministers. The topic covered this day is Youth Ministry 101 - the nuts and bolts of planning programs and events. Future topics include: faith development, sources of our faith, justice, and culture.
For more information about this exciting day and registration, check out our website: www.ocytoronto.org. |
Discuss Nouwen's Here and Now online with Ed Wojcicki,
starting Monday September 11
Our new online reading group starts soon! This discussion on Henri's Here and Now: Living in the Spirit will be moderated by Ed Wojcicki, writer, teacher and Henri Nouwen Society board member. To start, go to www.HenriNouwen.org, click on “Blogs”. Click on “Discuss Nouwen Books Online”. No need to register or login.
Ed has written several of the Henri Nouwen Society's reading group reflection guides and is looking forward to a fruitful online discussion with you.
You can purchase a copy of Here and Now from www.HenriNouwen.org/shopcart or contact Steve Ellis at: Daybreak Books & Media*:
905-884-3454 x 234; toll-free: 1-800-853-1412, email: nouwenbooks@larchdaybreak.com.
*Daybreak Books and Media is an outreach ministry of L'Arche Daybreak. Purchases from the shopcart or DBM help to support the Daybreak community.
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Calling All Laity
Come learn with us. The Institute of Theology of St. Augustine's Seminary invites you to study the
Master of Theological Studies
Master of Religious Education
Diploma in Theological Studies
Diploma in Lay Ministry
Where: Downtown Toronto, Aurora, Courtice, Hamilton, St. Augustine's Seminary, ONLINE Courses and Saturday Courses.
The Master degree programmes are awarded conjointly with the University of Toronto. Certified teachers who possess the required qualifications may receive up to 4 course reductions in the Master of Religious Education Programme.
Further information/fees – contact Sheila Connolly, Director, 416-261-7207 ext. 235 or e-mail us at ioftsas@rogers.com.
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Spiritual Day of Renewal
"Roll Back the Stone"
A spiritual day of renewal will be held Saturday, September 23, 2006, 8:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m. at Holy Trinity Secondary School, Oakville.
Speakers include Father Peter Coughlin and Father Mark Goring. Holy Mass to be celebrated at 4:45 p.m.
This event is hosted by C.C.S.O Bread of Life Renewal Centre, Burlington.
Pre-registration is required. Cost $20. (includes bag lunch). For more information or registration call 905-634-5433 or email info@thebreadoflife.ca. www.thebreadoflife.ca.
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2006 Annual Lift Jesus Higher Rally
"The Power of Scripture" - Renewal Ministres' 14th Evangelization Event in Toronto.
Saturday October 28, 2006
Metro Toronto Convention Centre
222 Bremner Blvd - South Building
8:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
The day includes talks, music, adoration, reconciliation and Mass. Purchase Tickets Early! Call Sadie at 905-270-2510 or Larry at 416-227-2560 for tickets. Adults $18 and Youth $8 (for age 12-20)
For more info about the Rally visit the website:
www.lift-jesus-higher-rally.org.
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Volunteer Opportunities at
Providence Healthcare
Want to give back to the community? Providence Healthcare is recruiting volunteers (min. 14 years of age) to assist the Pastoral Care Department.
· Mass Escorts
· Altar Servers
· Eucharistic Ministers
· Lectors
· New Patient Greeters
· Sacristan
Most positions require a 75 hour/six month commitment.
For more information contact Providence Healthcare Volunteer Resources at 416-285-3749.
Providence Healthcare is located at 3276 St. Clair Avenue East (Warden/St. Clair).
Email – vol@providence.on.ca.
Web - www.providence.on.ca.
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Akafist
Russian Male Chamber Choir
Akafist the renowned, internationally acclaimed, Russian male chamber choir will be performing at:
St. Paul's Basilica, 83 Power St., Toronto (Queen and Parliament)
September 16, 2006 at 8:00 p.m.
Tickets are available at the door or by calling St. Paul's Basilica at 416-364-7588. Ticket are $20.00. $15.00 for seniors and students. Group discounts are available. |
Sixteenth Annual Mass of Memory
In memory of all people who have suffered and died from hunger.
At Historic St. Paul's Basilica, Toronto
Sunday, September 24, 2006 at 3:00p.m.
Principal Celebrant and Homilist will be
Most Rev. M. Pearse Lacey and the Irish Choral Society of Canada will provide the sacred music.
Wreath Dedication ceremony at the Pieta after Mass in front of the Basilica in memory of Michael Power, the first Bishop of the Diocese of Toronto, and the many victims of the Great Irish Famine of the 1840's who are buried in the grounds of St. Paul's Basilica. A reception will follow the wreath dedication in the parish hall. Proceeds from this celebration will benefit the Children's Breakfast Program of St. Paul's Basilica.
For more information, please call Tom Gallagher 416-767-2975, Michael Hamill 416-763-6575 or Barbara McNamara 416-633-2254.
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Counselling for Fathers, and Separated/Divorced Individuals!
Catholic Family Services of Toronto is offering two series of workshops this Fall. “Fathers Forever” is an 8-session group series for Separated or Divorced Fathers on Thursday evenings at the Central Office, 1155 Yonge Street, from 6:30-8:30p.m. and will begin November 9, 2006.
For further information contact Harvey Steinberg at 416-921-1163. Catholic Family Services of Toronto is also offering another series for ”Families and Individuals going through Separation or Divorce” on Tuesday evenings from 6:30-8:30p.m.
The program will be offered at the Central office beginning November 7, or at the North Office, located at 5799 Yonge Street, beginning on October 10. For further information, call Harvey Steinberg at the Central Office, or Mario Esposito at the North Office at 416-222-0048. |
Mass of Thanksgiving
for Beatified Foundress
Mother Maria Teresa of Saint Joseph, foundress of the Carmelite Sisters of the Divine Heart of Jesus was beatified May 13, 2006.
In honour of her beatification, St. Francis of Assisi parish in Mississauga (2473 Thorn Lodge Drive) and the Carmelite Sisters, D.C.J. will celebrate a Mass of Thanksgiving October 15, 2006 at 12:00 noon.
Born Anna Maria Tauscher in 1855 in Germany, daughter of a Lutheran Superintendent. From a young age, driven by compassion for the poor she sought to bring the Saviour's love to less fortunate children. Embracing the Catholic faith in 1885, she founded a contemplative/active branch of the Carmelites in 1891.
She established foundations throughout Europe and came to the USA in 1912. Invited by Archbishop Neil McNeil, she came to Toronto in 1913, founding a Home for Girls and doing mission work with the immigrants. In Canada her work continues in Homes for the Aged in Mississauga, St. Catharines and Medicine Hat. |
Catholic Cemeteries
launches its new web site
In June of this year Catholic Cemeteries - Archdiocese of Toronto unveiled its new web site.
www.catholic-cemeteries.com
The web site has been given a complete make over with a renewed focus on easy accessibility.
New features of our web site include:
* History of Catholic Cemeteries
* Unique features of all cemeteries
* Maps to cemeteries
* Question & Answer section
* Information on the Order of Christian Funerals and Catholics & Cremation
* Pre-planning information
* News section which contains current information such as Rosary & Mass dates & times etc.
* Special Masses section
* Photo Gallery
* Employment section
At Catholic Cemeteries we are dedicated to the compassionate care of our families and friends. With this new web site, we hope to establish a medium that will communicate that care for years to come. |
Volunteers Needed!
Catholic Family Services of Toronto is a counselling agency offering programs for individuals, couples and families here in the Archdiocese.
We are currently in need of several volunteers to assist our agency's efforts in developing our fundraising Foundation. In the next year Catholic Family Services of Toronto would like to establish a Volunteer Committee as well as have one or two individuals assist us during the day for one or two days each week at the Central Office located next to the Summerhill subway station at 1155 Yonge Street.
For further information, contact Mark Evans at mevans@cfsofto.org or at 416-921-1163. |
Proud 2B Catholic.com
Music Festivals
Called 2B Disciples 2006 Music Festival
October 14, 2006
Cardinal Carter Secondary School, Brampton
1:00p.m.- 9:00p.m. (doors open at 12 noon)
Eucharistic Adoration on the main stage (9-9:30p.m.)
Featuring artists Critical Mass, David MacDonald, Susan HooKong-Taylor, Divine and others. Hosted by Pedro Guevara-Mann from Salt and Light Television.
Event includes: Catholic music, Holy Mass, Adoration, Reconciliation, food/products and more!
Tickets: Individual - $25.00, group of 20 or more - $20.00 each. At the door, $35.00. Order online at www.Proud2BCatholic.com or by cheque or money order, payable to: St. Mary's Parish, 66A Main Street South, Brampton, On L6W 2C6. See sponsors and information online. |
A Day of Reflection
On God's Mercy and Love
Bring your wounds and let the Merciful Jesus heal you with His divine Mercy.
Saturday, October 7, 2006
Conference
8:30a.m. – 4:30p.m. (opening Mass 8:30a.m.)
St. Rose of Lima Parish, Scarborough
(McCowan and Lawrence)
Talks include: Our Lady, Eucharistic Adoration, Praying for the Sick and Dying, Serving God by Serving Others, Forgiveness, Trust, Mercy and the
Joy of Suffering.
Free admission. For more information, please call Gladys at 416-884-8914 or Editha 416-289-6064 or St. Rose of Lima at 416-438-6729.
Inspiring books and music of Divine Mercy will be available at the book table. |
God, Sex & The meaning of life
A seminar hosted by
St. Bernadette's Parish
Did you ever wonder…“What does the Church know about sex?” “Why we were created male and female?” “How can I truly be happy?”
Discover God's Answers. Mark your calendars to attend a seminar that will explore these and other questions at St. Bernadette's Parish Hall 21 Bayly St. E., Ajax, on Tuesdays - September 26th, October 3rd, 10th and 17th.
The Programs runs from 7:30 to 9:30p.m. Doors open at 7:15p.m. Admission is free, Study Guide is $10.00.
Contact Rose Heron 905-683-9055 or Jan Noonan 905-420-8696 or email: stbreg@gmail.com for more information.
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Reunion of Former Students
of St. James School, Jane Street.
St. Pius School on Jane Street was also home to St. James School before it's renaming.
On May 2, 2007, a casual luncheon/reunion is scheduled in Toronto for former St. James Students, Jane Street, who graduated in the years 1951-1954.
If you are interested, please contact Rone Collingbourne ('52) 705-726-2176, 2176collingbourne@rogers.com OR Elaine Hayes-Blomeley ('52) 613-758-1067, elaineb@northcom.net for more information. |
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