Women’s ACTS Retreat

May 5-8, 2011
Queen of Apostles Renewal Centre, Mississauga. 

A new and exciting retreat experience helping us to grow in personal relationship with God.  “ACTS –Adoration, Community, Theology and Service”.

For more information and to register please call 905-278-5229.

Widows and Widowers – Day of Retreat

Saturday, June 11, 2011 – 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Queen of Apostles Renewal Centre, Mississauga.

The theme of the retreat is “the mystery of Jesus in our loss”.  Lunch
Included.  The day concludes with Mass.

For more information and to register please call 905-278-5229.

Celebrating 60 Years of Faith in the Bloor West Village Community (1951-2011)

Saturday, May 28, 2011 – 4:00 p.m.
St. Pius X Parish, 2305 Bloor Street West, Toronto.

You are invited to the 60th Anniversary of St. Pius X Parish. Please join us for the Anniversary Mass of Thanksgiving, with Archbishop Thomas Collins as the Main Celebrant, a reception will follow in the parish hall. All parishioners, former parishioners, family and friends are welcome.

For more information and to RSVP, please call 416-767-1859.

All Bishops, Priests, Associates, Religious, who have served or helped at St. Pius X communities are welcome to the Concelebrate. Former Deacons are also invited to assist at the Anniversary Mass.

Foundations in Parish Nursing Program

Are you a registered nurse who would like to integrate your spirituality with your nursing practice and also learn more about the exciting field of parish nursing?  Consider joining us from July 7-14, 2011 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 Catherine at 1-519-432-1824 ext 281. 

The Angel Foundation for Learning – 11th Annual 5K Fun Walk

Sunday, May 1, 2011
Catholic Education Centre, 80 Sheppard Ave. E. (Yonge and Sheppard)

The 5K Family Walk that can change the lives of vulnerable TCDSB students! Join us on the journey…

Canadian Olympic Gymnast Alexandra Orlando will lead the participants in the 5K walk! 9:00 a.m. Registration ­ 10:00 a.m. Liturgy ­ 11:00 a.m. Walk

A free BBQ follows the 5K walk.  Draws, prizes, face painting for the kids and more! Help support disadvantaged students of the Toronto Catholic District School Board. With your support, we can make a positive difference in the lives of vulnerable students.

Contact www.angelfoundationforlearning.org or phone 416-222-8282 ext. 2195 for more details!

Jesus in the first four days of Holy Week

April 17 – 20, 2011
Corpus Christi Parish, Toronto.

Holy Week Presentations by Frank O’Neill, former head of religious studies at Neil McNeil High School.

Palm Sunday: 12:45 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. (after coffee)                          
Why did Jesus come to Jerusalem?
Why was He riding a donkey?

Monday of Holy Week   7:30 p.m. – 8:15 p.m.  
What was Jesus doing on Monday?

Tuesday of Holy Week   7:30 p.m. – 8:15 p.m.
What was Jesus doing on Tuesday?

Wednesday of Holy Week  7:30 p.m. – 8:15 p.m.    
What was Jesus doing on Wednesday?

Although there is continuity, each day is a separate talk.  Come to one, two or all.

Major Reliquary of Canada's Newest Saint Visits St. David's Parish

Friday, May 6, 2011
St. David's Parish - 2601 Major MacKenzie Drive, Maple.

The Major reliquary of Canada’s newest saint, Brother Andre Bessette, will be visiting the Archdiocese of Toronto. This is a wonderful opportunity for our diocese to celebrate the call to holiness and spiritual renewal, following in the footsteps of St. Andre. All are welcome to participate.

Theme: "Open the door to Christ for Spiritual Renewal"

1:00 p.m. Arrival of the reliquary with visitation and personal veneration
7:30 p.m. Mass in the presence of the Reliquary
8:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Visitation and personal veneration

The Paulist Centre for Ministry Announces the Speakers for the Winter/Spring Lecture/Discussion Series

April 13: Mary Marrocco, B.Ed., M.Div., Ph.D, currently therapist at the Paulist Centre and Director of St, Macrina Counselling Services will share how therapy and counseling can help one through self awareness and understanding to develop a deeper spirituality.

All lectures start at 7:00 p.m. at the Paulist Centre for Ministry, 830 Bathurst St. across the street from the Bathurst Subway Station.  For more information please call 416-534-4219.

Salt + Light Blessed Journeys - A Pilgrimage to France

June 18-27, 2011

Visit the magnificent Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris. Walk in the footsteps St. Bernadette in Nevers. Experience Paray-le-Monial through vists to the Chapel of the Visitation and the Basilica of the Sacred Heart. Celebrate the Mass at the Grotto of Our Lady in Lourdes. All while enjoying the famous food and wine of the region.  
This is a Salt + Light Blessed Journey to France.

More details or to book your spot visit saltandlighttv.org/blessedjourneys
or call 1-888-302-7181 ext. 238.

Salt + Light -Be Holy As I Am Holy: St. Peter’s Cathedral Basilica Parish Mission

April 13, 14, 15, 2011 -  9:00 p.m.

Bishop Ronald Fabbro, CSB and Fr. Thomas Rosica CSB lead viewers in a three-day mission reflecting on our call to holiness.

Wednesday, April 13 at 9pm – Part 1 – Be holy, for I, the LORD, your God, am holy
Thursday, April 14 at 9pm – Part 2 – Examples of Holiness in Everyday Life
Friday, April 15 at 9pm – Part 3 -  The Holiness of Christians flows from that of the Church

For more details visit saltandlighttv.org. 

NEIGHBOURHOOD INTERFAITH GROUP - 25th Anniversary Dinner

Wednesday, May 11, 2011
Yorkminster Park Baptist Church, 1585 Yonge Street, Toronto.

Reception 5:45 – 6:15 p.m., dinner 6:30 p.m.

The Reverend Dr. Andrew J.B. Stirling, Timothy Eaton Memorial Church (United Church) will speak on the topic of “EMBRACING THE THINGS THAT UNITE US”.

Tickets $50. Kashruth observed. For more information please contact Bryan Beauchamp, Chair, at bryan.beauchamp@sympatico.ca or call 416-926-9438.

NEIGHBOURHOOD INTERFAITH GROUP: Adath Israel Congregation, Anglican Church of St. Clement, Beth Sholom Congregation, Beth Torah Congregation, Beth Tzedec Congregation, The Bishop Strachan School, Christ Church Deer Park, Church of the Messiah, Congregation Habonim, Grace Church on-the-Hill, Holy Rosary Catholic Church, St. Ansgar Lutheran Church, Temple Sinai, Timothy Eaton Memorial Church, Yorkminster Park Baptist Church.

To end bigotry, bias and racism in Toronto and the world.

St. Michael’s Choir School Alumni Choir Tenebrae

Written in the middle of the last century by Monsignor John Eduard Ronan – Principal founder of Toronto’s St. Michael’s Choir School - the Tenebrae responsories convey the sorrow of Holy Week through solemn and noble music. All are welcome.

Monday April 11, 2011 - 7:30 p.m.
St. Bonaventure Church, 1300 Leslie St., Toronto.

Wednesday April 13, 2011 - 7:30 p.m.
St. Leo's Church, 277 Royal York Rd., Toronto.

Sunday April 17, 2011 - 7:30 p.m.
St. Ann's Church, 11 Wilson St. W., Ancaster.

Sunday April 17, 2011 - 7:30 p.m.
Our Lady of Sorrows Church, 3055 Bloor St. W., Toronto.

Sunday April 17, 2011 - 7:00 p.m.
St. Clare of Assisi Church, 150 St. Francis Ave., Woodbridge.

Monday April 18, 2011 - 8:00 p.m.
St. Francis Xavier Church, 5650 Mavis Rd., Mississauga.

Tuesday April 19, 2011 - 7:30 p.m.
St. David's Church, 2601 Major Mackenzie Dr., Maple.

Wednesday April 20, 2011 - 7:30 p.m.
The Gentlemen of the Senior Choir and Alumni
St. Michael's Cathedral, 65 Bond St., Toronto.

Friday April 22, 2011 - 8:00 p.m.
Our Lady Of Grace Church, 15347 Yonge St., Aurora.

For further information please visit the SMCS alumni choir website at
www.smcsalumni.com or call 416-397-6367.

Ransomed from Darkness

Former New Age practitioner Moira Noonan shares her testimony of deliverance and exorcism and the dangers of New Age occult practices. Talks to follow 7:00 p.m. Masses (unless otherwise noted).

Scheduled events:

Apr. 4 – 6 - Colgan /Tottenham Lenten Mission at St. James Church, Colgan.
Apr. 8 - Madonna Catholic School, North York (No Mass; Talk at 7:30 p.m.).
Apr. 9 -  Spiritual Warfare retreat, Sts Martha & Mary Church, Mississauga. 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. talks, preceded by Mass at 9:00 a.m.

For more information please contact the Ave Maria Centre of Peace in Toronto at 416-251-4245.

Catholic School Looking for a Large Crucifix

The staff of Holy Family Catholic School in Beaverton is looking to enhance the entrance foyer of the school with a crucifix. There is a cross built into the wall opposite the main door of the school which is made of brick, however, the community would like either a crucifix or the corpus to be placed over the brick cross. It would need to be 3-4 feet in length.

If any parish has either a crucifix or corpus which is not being used which we could acquire, we would be very grateful. Please contact Liam O'Brien, principal at the school at 705-426-2961.

Free Choir Gowns Available

Our Lady of Grace Church, Angus has choir gowns available for free to any church or school.

In the Path of Abraham: A Jewish, Christian, Muslim Experience of the Holy Land 

September 4-10, 2011

This unique pilgrimage is schedule to take place September 4-10, 2011.  Rabbi Frydman Kole, Imam Abdul Hai Patel and Fr. Damian MacPherson, S.A., will accompany the pilgrims as they get to experience a first-hand observation of what the state of affairs is with these three monotheistic religions who occupy the Holy Land. The hope is to have thirty participants from each religion represented, space therefore is limited.

For those interested, further details and schedule of events can be had by contacting Ms. Vivian Kwok at the Office for Ecumenical and Interfaith Affairs for the Roman Catholic Archdiocese at 416-934-3400 ext. 348.

Church Organs for Sale

Immaculate Conception Parish, Toronto has two classic electric organs in the church basement which they would like to sell.  All good offers will be considered (each listed at $250.00).

For more information please contact Mario De Marchi at 416-818-2155.

DIVINE MERCY SUNDAY
With Fr. Guenter Petricek

May 1, 2011
St. Patrick’s Parish, 5633 Hwy. #7., Markham.

Mass and Devotions will be celebrated at St. Patrick’s Parish in Markham, 5633 Hwy. #7, on Sunday afternoon, May 1 at 2:00 p.m. All are welcome.

For more information contact parish@stpatrick.on.ca or 905-294-5955.

NEIL McNEIL HIGH SCHOOL REUNION

Friday, April 15, 2011 - 1:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Our Lady of Fatima Church, 3170 St. Clair Avenue E., Scarborough.

A Celebration of the life of Father Michael Troy, C.S.Sp., founding principal. Concelebrated Mass by Bishop John Boissonneau (Neil 62-67) and Neil Ordained Alumni and the Spiritan Fathers. A reception in the parish hall to follow.

$20.00 per person, guests are welcome. Proceeds go to the Michael J. Troy Scholarship Fund. For tickets, please contact frmichaeltroy@gmail.com or Mrs. Di Marco at 416-393-5502.

Faith Connections…

Theology on Tap – The Lord’s Prayer
Monday, April 11, 2011 - 7:00 p.m.
Duke of York Pub, 39 Prince Arthur Ave, Toronto.
Special guest: Josephine Lombardi, Ph.D., theologian and author of On Earth as It Is in Heaven. Join us for an evening of thought-provoking conversation on theological topics! Munchies provided, cash bar available - come and bring a friend!

Praying with the Sisters of St. Joseph
Saturday, April 16, 2011 - 9:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Morrow Park, 3377 Bayview Ave, Toronto.
Lunch will be served — suggested donation: $20. Please register by Monday, April 4.

Theology on Tap – The Gourmet Gospel
Monday, May 9, 2011 - 7:00 p.m.
Duke of York Pub, 39 Prince Arthur Ave, Toronto
Special guest: Genevieve Anderson, creator of the Faith Connections' Eat Pray Share program. "The Gourmet Gospel" will celebrate good food and eating well from an ecumenical, spiritual perspective. Meals bring us together at a common table where we have to put aside conflicts and share the intimate experience of tasting and smelling. Everyday food can also nourish the soul. Meals, whether enjoyed alone or with a group, reveal the nature of God and reinforce our identity in the Body of Christ.
Join us for an evening of thought-provoking conversation on theological topics! Munchies provided, cash bar available - come and bring a friend!

4th Annual Mix and Mingle
Tuesday, May 10, 2011 - 6:00 p.m.
Redeemer House, 151 McCaul St, Toronto.
All young adults (married, single, student, working, etc) are invited to our house party! Faith Connections, Redeemer House Ministries, and the Religious of Toronto invite you to a barbecue supper, laughter and fun in a casual and relaxed atmosphere. Please register by May 5.

Retreat for Young Adults – Village Earth Outreach
May 27-29, 2011
Villa St. Joseph, 445 Monk St, Cobourg.
There is a growing scientific awareness of the earth and of our current ecological crises — how does this connect with our faith journey? Join us for a weekend of exploration, reflection, prayer and celebration at a beautiful lakefront villa! Cost: $120, including accommodation and meals. Please register by May 13.

For more information please call 416-222-1426 ext. 276 or email faithconnections@csj-to.ca www.faithconnections.ca.

“Free Your Spirit”

Saturday, May 7, 2011
Notre Dame Secondary School, 2333 Headon Forest Drive, Burlington.

End your struggle with fear, anger, sadness, rejection, guilt, shame or anxiety. Finally find hope and freedom. Attend the second…“UNBOUND: Freedom in Christ” Conference.

Certified Unbound Ministry Leader Miriam Wright and Pauline Houlahan will offer practical direction on the healing, freeing power and love of Our Lord.  We will build on last year’s successful event to bring more healing.  Let the Spirit strengthen your parish family too. 

Advance Registration:  $30 before April 30th (includes a box lunch). After April 30th, registration is $40.

For more information please visit www.TheBreadofLife.ca, email info@thebreadoflife.ca or call 905-634-5433.

Canadian Catholic Physicians Conference

April 8-10, 2011
University of St. Michael’s College, Toronto, ON

Registration: Coop Cafeteria (North of Brennan Hall) 81 Saint Mary Street.
South Plenary Sessions: Alumni Hall 400, 121 St. Joseph Street.
All locations wheelchair accessible

The St. Joseph Moscati Toronto Catholic Doctors’ Guild (TCDG) and the Best Bioethics Club extend a cordial invitation to all physicians, healthcare professionals and medical students to attend the third annual conference of the Canadian Federation of Catholic Physicians' Societies. It is a unique opportunity to meet, share experiences and exchange ideas with catholic colleagues. All meals included. CME accreditation.
 
Keynote speakers: Fr. Raymond de Souza, contributor to National Post, Professor Janet Smith, Chair of Life Ethics at Sacred Heart Major Seminary in Detroit and Dr. François Primeau, Department of Psychiatry and Neurosciences, Laval University.

Download the program and registration form:  www.stjosephmoscati-tcdg.org  or email rose@stjosephmoscati-tcdg.com.

“Totus Tuus” Gala Concert

Sunday, May 8, 2011 – 7:00 p.m.
Roy Thomson Hall, Toronto.

Canada’s main event for the beatification of John Paul II:  Catholic Youth Studio invites you to the “Totus Tuus “ gala concert in honour of Blessed John Paul II and Saint Eugene de Mazenod.  The gala concert will celebrate the much awaited beatification of John Paul II.  We will also commemorate the 150th anniversary of death of Saint Eugene de Mazenod – the founder of the Missionary Oblates of Mary Immaculate.  The Missionary Oblates have continued to play a major role in Canada’s Catholic Church. 

In the first half of the concert we will be entertained by light classical and popular hits performed by Jan Lisiecki, Kinga Mitrowska, Christopher Dallo, Kornel Wolak and Quartetto Gelato.  In the second half of the concert we will reflect on the deep themes presented by the “Divine Mercy Oratorio” performed by Zbigniew Malkowicz, Marek Balata, and other soloists from Poland.  English translations will be shown on screens.  The Toronto Silver Symphony Orchestra and choir will be directed by Michael Newnham. 

Fore more information and for tickets please call Catholic Youth Studio at 416-588-0555 or jp2concert.com. 

SPECIAL GROUP OFFER: all groups that purchase 12 tickets or more will receive 2 vip tickets free (up to $270 value).  Tickets must be purchased directly from Catholic Youth Studio at 416 588 0555.

CALLING ALL LAITY
Institute of Theology of St. Augustine’s Seminary

Applications are now being accepted for the Master of Religious Education, Master of Theological Studies, Diploma in Lay Ministry and Diploma in Theological Studies.

Classes are conducted in Aurora, downtown Toronto, and at St. Augustine’s Seminary on weeknights, Saturdays, during the month of July, and online.

There are course reductions available for teachers who have the required qualifications. Degrees are recognized by the OCT and QECO.

For further information, go to the website at www.staugustines.on.ca.
Click on “Academic”. Click on “Institute of Theology”.

Interested applicants can e-mail to ioftsas@rogers.com or call 416-261-7207 ext. 235.

A Lenten Day of Reflection on the Lord’s Prayer

Saturday, April 16, 2011 – 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
St. Augustine’s Seminary, 2661 Kingston Road, Scarborough.

St. Augustine’s Seminary of Toronto presents a Lenten Day of Reflection on the Lord’s Prayer.  Come and enjoy a day of prayer and reflection as we prepare for the Easter season.  Dr. Josephine Lombardi will lead us through the beautiful insight of each petition of the Lord’s Prayer as we relate its wisdom to our own lives.  Dr. Lombardi is the author of “On Earth as it is in Heaven” published by Novalis and features on CTS and Salt and Light TV.  She is Assistant Professor of Systematic and Pastoral Theology at St. Augustine’s Seminary.

The cost of the day, including lunch, is $25.00.  Please register by April 10, 2011.

For more information and to register please contact 416-261-7207 ext. 221 or email staugustines.reception@utoronto.ca.