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The Symbolism of Advent WreathsIn the Christian tradition, Advent wreaths are as beautiful as they are symbolic. These evergreen wreaths are shaped in a perfect circle to symbolize the eternity of God. Advent wreaths have four candles that remind us that Christ is the...Posted: Dec-10-2022 -
Travelling Mary and St. Joseph: A Catholic Alternative to Elf on the ShelfKasia Ryba is a Catholic wife and mother who belongs to her local Catholic Moms Group. She has been a speaker at ‘Calling All Girls: An Evening for Mothers and Daughters’ and has spoken on Midday Moms, a...Posted: Dec-07-2022 -
Advent ReflectionAdvent is a time to prepare for the Lord’s coming on Christmas Day as well as his final coming at the end of time. It is also a moment to remind ourselves that our own individual judgement day...Posted: Dec-03-2022
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THE SECOND SUNDAY OF ADVENT CANDLEDuring the second week of Advent, we reflect on our lives and work on becoming better versions of ourselves in preparation for Jesus’ coming. We remember the journey Joseph and Mary took from Nazareth to Bethlehem.Posted: Dec-03-2022
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Gospel Reflection for the First Sunday of AdventJesus exhorts us to “keep awake therefore, for you do not know on what day your Lord is coming.” One tremendous way we can keep awake is to receive God’s merciful love in the sacrament of...Posted: Nov-26-2022
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GOSPEL REFLECTION ON THE SOLEMNITY OF CHRIST THE KINGWe often pray asking that the Kingdom of God may be built up here on earth when we say, “thy Kingdom come, thy Will be done, on earth as it is in Heaven.” In addition to our practice...Posted: Nov-19-2022
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GOSPEL REFLECTION FOR THE 33RD SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIMEAs the Mass readings point toward Christ's Second Coming and the end of our earthly life, we should ask ourselves if we are appropriately using our gifts to serve Christ in the poor and our neighbour. One great gift...Posted: Nov-12-2022
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SUNDAY MISSALSThe 2022-2023 Sunday Missals are now available for $5.00. You may obtain a copy by seeing one of our ushers before or after each Mass this weekend and next. Thanks to Glen Day of Heritage Funeral Centre...Posted: Nov-12-2022
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Gospel Reflection for the 32nd Sunday in Ordinary TimeThis Sunday we reflect on the strong hope displayed by the seven brothers amidst their persecution. Living the lives of stewards also means living lives of hope and fighting the temptation to be discouraged when we don't see the...Posted: Nov-05-2022
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GOSPEL REFLECTION FOR THE 31ST SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME"But Zacchaeus stood and said to the Lord, 'Behold half of my possessions, Lord, I will give to the poor, and if I extorted anything from anyone, I shall repay it four times over." Luke 19: 8 When Zacchaeus has...Posted: Oct-29-2022
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Horizons of Hope: A Toolkit for Parishes on Palliative CareFamilies, friends, parish communities and health care professionals, together, all play an important role to care for and accompany those in need of palliative care that recognizes the dignity of the human person. As such, the Canadian Conference of Catholic...Posted: Oct-25-2022 -
GOSPEL REFLECTION FOR THE 30TH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIMEWhen we think of the missions in the church, we often think about those striving to spread the Gospel in remote areas ravaged by poverty. However, in our secular society there is rampant poverty all around us, for according to...Posted: Oct-22-2022
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The Value of Patristic Studies in the Modern AgeThe leadership at St. Augustine’s Seminary is designing a Licentiate program in Patristics – it will be the first program dedicated to Patristics in Canada when it rolls out in the 2023-2024 academic year. Fr. Robert John...Posted: Oct-18-2022 -
Gospel Reflection for the 29th Sunday in Ordinary TimeIn today's Gospel parable, our divine Lord teaches us, the need for perseverance in prayer. This perseverance develops our trust and confidence in God. It helps us to become humble and keeps us close to God, as we learn...Posted: Oct-15-2022
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Gospel Reflection for the 28th Sunday in Ordinary TimeThe one leper who returned and prostrated himself before Jesus shows us the true model of gratitude towards God and neighbour because it required his effort, time and humility. When thanking God, we can set aside time in prayer to...Posted: Oct-09-2022
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Gospel Reflection for the 27th Sunday in Ordinary TimeIt is often difficult in our secular society to believe all of the increasingly counter-cultural teachings of the Church. This is why we need to earnestly implore the Lord for more faith. Let us set aside time each day...Posted: Oct-01-2022
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Celebrating 50 years of the DiaconateSeptember 30 marks the 50th anniversary of the Permanent Diaconate in the Archdiocese of Toronto. Deacon Steve Pitre, Coordinator of Diaconal Ministry, reflects on this special milestone. 1. What celebrations are planned to commemorate this milestone anniversary? We will...Posted: Sep-28-2022 -
GOSPEL REFLECTION FOR THE 26TH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIMEIn today's Gospel we read about Lazarus and the rich man who had all he wanted in this life but clearly lacked charity. The rich man was spiritually impoverished, whereas Lazarus was spitiually prosperous. When you can keep your...Posted: Sep-24-2022
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Gospel Reflection for the 24th Sunday in Ordinary TimeIn today’s second reading, St. Paul proclaims that “Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners.” The forgiveness of our sins is the greatest, most transformative gift that Christ bestows on our lives. So as...Posted: Sep-10-2022
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Liturgical Ministries Event: Sept. 17thOn Saturday, September 17th from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. The Office of Formation for Discipleship is pleased to offer a morning of re-engagement in liturgical ministries. This event is open to all liturgical coordinators, parish liturgy...Posted: Sep-10-2022
