The Lives of Jesus and Muhammed and Their Roles Toward the Development of the Catholic and Islamic Faiths. University of Toronto Multi-Faith Centre, 569 Spadina Ave. 2nd Floor – Multi-Purpose Room. 4 p.m. – 6 p.m.

The Paulist Ministry Centre Presents…An evening with Mike Glugosh: Dealing with Anxiety and Depression.  Many people feel overwhelmed, afraid and depressed.  Mike says that he offers practical, useful and technical skills that will be helpful to anyone. This session will be held on Tuesday, January 10, 2012 at 7:00 p.m. at the Paulist Centre.

An Evening on Sin and Redemption, at SIN & REDEMPTION! Sin and Redemption Pub, 136 McCaul St., Toronto. (across from St. Patrick’s Church) 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.What’s the deal with Sin?  What’s Redemption really about? And what does it mean for me? Join us for an evening of discussion, laughter, and an opportunity to raise your questions about faith and the Catholic Church in an open and inviting atmosphere.  This event is geared to young adults age 18-35.

Redemptorist Vocation Come and See Evening. St. Patrick’s Church, Toronto. 4:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. We invite young men (age 18-35) who are discerning a call from God to serve as a Religious Priest or Brother.  Come and See how the charism of the Redemptorists of Evangelization might be a call for you!  Join the Redemptorist Community at St. Patrick’s Church (141 McCaul Street) in downtown Toronto for prayer, community meal and input and discussion. 

Week of Prayer for Christian Unity 2012 Ecumenical Prayer Service. Come and join us in prayer with His Grace Archbishop Thomas Collins, joined by His Grace Anglican Archbishop Colin Johnson, Lutheran Bishop Michael Pryse, Slovak Catholic Bishop John Pazak, Assyrian Bishop Emmanuel Mar Emmanuel and other city-wide religious leaders. 3:00 p.m. St. Michael’s Cathedral, 200 Church Street, Toronto. Refreshments to follow in parish hall

Faith Connections’ THEOLOGY ON TAP – young adults (19-39) are invited to a social evening of thought-provoking discussion on "Religion and Public Policy" with guest The Very Rev. Lois M. Wilson, CC, retired Senator and first female moderator of the United Church of Canada. Munchies provided, cash bar, come and bring a friend!  Monday, January 30, 2012, 7:00 p.m. at the Duke of York Pub (39 Prince Arthur Ave, Toronto).

Candlemas-Solemn Mass in the Extraordinary Form. A Solemn Mass and Procession will be held on the Feast of the Purification of the Blessed Virgin Mary (Candlemas) at 7:30 p.m. at St. Lawrence the Martyr Church, 2210 Lawrence Avenue East, Scarborough, Ontario, just west of Kennedy Road. The Mass will be according to the Roman Missal of 1962 in the Extraordinary Form of the Roman Rite. The music will include all Gregorian Antiphons and Responsories for the Procession, complete Gregorian Proper of the Mass and the Ordinary according to Gregorian Mass IX, Missa cum Jubilo. Please bring white candles for the blessing and procession.

D&P – COME & SEE! 10 St. Mary Street, 4th Floor, Toronto. Does your heart hunger to create a better world for the poorest in our global human family? Consider serving as the Development and Peace rep for your parish. Cardinal-designate Collins supports our goal of a rep for each parish – help us reach that target! Come to our info session – Saturday Feb. 4, from 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., D&P Office at 10 St. Mary St. - 4th floor, Toronto (near the Yonge/Bloor subway).

Vatican II:  Celebrating a 50 year gift to the Church Six Week Reflection Series. St. Patrick’s Church German Hall– 131 McCaul Street, Toronto. An opportunity to celebrate and learn about the ground breaking period of the Church marked by renewal and the movement of the Holy Spirit in the life of the Church and how it has impacted the people of God for today.  This event is great for those who remember the changes, or for our young people who only read about it in history books!  This will be a 6 evening video reflection series with facilitated input, discussion and reflection. 
February 2: Introduction - Inspiration of Pope John XXIII, Renewal of the Liturgy.
February 9: Growth within the Church – Vatican II under Pope Paul VI, Role of Women in the Church and Enculturation.
February 16:  Human Dignity – Solidarity with the Poor, Human Rights and Religious Freedom.
February 23:  The Church’s Place in the World – Ecumenism, Interreligious Dialogue.
March 1:  The Church as Citizen – Social Action, Social Justice.
March 8:  Roles and Relations of Church Members – The Emerging Laity, Lay Movements, Collegiality, Church Hierarchy.

Understanding Islam: An Introduction to the Beliefs and Practices of Islam. Islam is an important religious and social phenomenon in our globalized world. But what do Muslims actually believe and practice? In this four-evening educational series at Scarboro Missions, important Muslim leaders and Islamic scholars will provide you with a basic introduction to Islam. The program will focus on the Prophet Muhammad, the origins of Islam, the Holy Qur'an, the Five Pillars and Islam as a way of life.Tuesdays - 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Scarboro Missions, 2685 Kingston Road, Scarborough. Feb. 7: The Prophet Muhammad & The Origins of Islam by Shaykh Imran Ally, Imam of the TARIC Islamic Centre (Toronto); Muslim chaplain for University of Toronto (Mississauga) and Peel Police.

THEOLOGY ON TAP ON TOUR – The Ryerson Catholic Chaplaincy and Faith Connections invites young adults (19-39) to a social evening of thought-provoking discussion on "The Role of Faith in a Secular World: Why does God Matter?" with guest Charles Falzon, Chair of Radio and Television Arts, Ryerson. Munchies provided, cash bar, come and bring a friend! Wednesday, February 8, 2012, 7:00 p.m. at the Ram in the Rye Pub (63 Gould St, Toronto).

TCDSB Staff Arts Presents “The Odd Couple” (Female Version) St. Patrick’s Catholic Secondary School, Toronto. In this twist on Neil Simon’s famous play, staff from the Toronto Catholic District School Board will present an all-female cast version of The Odd Couple on February 9th, 10th and 11th at St. Patrick C.S.S., 49 Felstead Ave., Toronto.

Table for Two - 3rd Annual Valentine’s Event. St. Patrick’s Parish Hall, 139 McCaul Street, Toronto. 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. A romantic and reflective candlelit dinner for young engaged or married couples!  A night to rekindle, enliven and celebrate each other!

Redemptorist Vocation Discernment Weekend. Toronto, Ontario. Are you a young man (age 18-35) wondering if Religious Life is for you?  Wondering if Redemptorist Life and Ministry is how God might be calling you to serve as a priest or a brother?  Come and See.  Join us for this weekend retreat opportunity to discern, pray, discuss and reflect on your call to serve through Evangelization. 

KOLBE EUCHARISTIC MINI-RETREAT. St. Brigid’s Church, 300 Wolverleigh Blvd., Toronto. 2:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Join us for Eucharistic Adoration.  On this feast of Our Lady of Lourdes, Father Victor Mallia OCD  will speak on " Help of the Sick".

A DATE TO REMEMBER: Valentine's Edition – Newman Young Adult Ministry & Faith Connections invite single young adults (18-39 years) to a Catholic Speed Dating evening! Saturday, February 11, 2012, 7:00 p.m. at Newman Centre (89 St. George St, Toronto) Registration is open for three groups: 18-24 years, 25-32 years, 33-39 years. Cost: $25, includes refreshments, proceeds will be donated to NYAM and Fontbonne Ministries. Registration required by Feb. 1.

Understanding Islam: An Introduction to the Beliefs and Practices of Islam. Islam is an important religious and social phenomenon in our globalized world. But what do Muslims actually believe and practice? In this four-evening educational series at Scarboro Missions, important Muslim leaders and Islamic scholars will provide you with a basic introduction to Islam. The program will focus on the Prophet Muhammad, the origins of Islam, the Holy Qur'an, the Five Pillars and Islam as a way of life. Tuesdays - 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Scarboro Missions, 2685 Kingston Road, Scarborough. Feb. 14: Living the Message of the Qur’an by Dr. Katherine Bullock, President, The Tessellate Institute; President, Compass Books; Lecturer, the University of Toronto. 

The Paulist Ministry Centre Presents… Understanding the Catholic Faith. The Centre offers 8 week program on "Understanding the Catholic Faith".  Session will begin on Tuesday, February 14, 2012 to April 3, 2012 from 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. This program is structured for adults who wish to receive adult Confirmation or who want to learn more about the Catholic faith.

The Paulist Ministry Centre Presents… Bereavement Group. For those who are grieving the loss of loved ones. The Paulist Centre offers  a support group starting  from Wednesday, February 15, 2-12 to March 14, 2012 at 7:00 p.m. for 5 weeks. Mary Marrocco and Fr. Paul Lannan, C.S.P. will facilitate these sessions.

St. Augustine’s Seminary of Toronto Presents: Pastoral Counselling Part II with Dr. Josephine Lombardi, Ph.D. St. Augustine’s Seminary, 2661 Kingston Road, Scarborough. 10:00 a.m. -3:00 p.m.

A Biblical Walk Through the Mass. Saturdays, at St. Bernadette’s Parish Hall, 21 Bayly Street, Ajax. A biblical walk through the Mass to be held on Saturdays at St. Bernadette's Parish Hall from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.  This study consists of a 5-part DVD & discussion based on the revised translation of the Mass, and explores the biblical roots of the words and gestures we experience in the Liturgy and explains their profound significance. This intriguing look at the Mass is sure to renew your faith and deepen your devotion to the Eucharist. Free. (Optional Study Guide & Book are $25).

Rare opportunity at St. Mary's Refuge. St. Mary of Egypt Refuge, 206 Barry Rd., Queensborough, Ont. 2.5 hours from Toronto. Do you wonder about holy women? Think we don't hear enough about them? Take this opportunity to hear about holy women from the Bible as well as from our own times, and those in between times too (yes, as a matter of fact, they do exist!) "From Mary Magdalene to Mother Gavrilia - Women Saints and Spiritual Mothers in Orthodoxy" by Professor Paul Ladouceur

Winter Olympic Day at Teopoli. 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. The Teopoli Catholic Spiritual Centre presents a Winter Olympic Day for youth. Young people ages 6-16 are invited to take part in a day of outdoor fun and activity with winter games and sports at Teopoli, followed by Holy Mass. Meals and transportation are provided. Cost: bus fee and free will donation. 

Understanding Islam: An Introduction to the Beliefs and Practices of Islam. Islam is an important religious and social phenomenon in our globalized world. But what do Muslims actually believe and practice? In this four-evening educational series at Scarboro Missions, important Muslim leaders and Islamic scholars will provide you with a basic introduction to Islam. The program will focus on the Prophet Muhammad, the origins of Islam, the Holy Qur'an, the Five Pillars and Islam as a way of life. Tuesdays - 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Scarboro Missions, 2685 Kingston Road, Scarborough. Feb. 21: The Five Pillars & the Six Principles of Islam by Imam Dr. Hamid Slimi, President and Founder of Faith of Life Network; Imam of Sayeda Khadija Centre; Chairman of the Canadian Council of Imams; TV Host and Producer.

LENTEN LISTENING: A Busy Person's Retreat for Young Adults (18-39) – Faith Connections, Regis College, and the Toronto Area Vocation Directors Association invite you for an opportunity to meet with a spiritual guide in your own geographic area three times during Lent. Beginning with a group gathering on Ash Wednesday, February 22, 2012, 6:30 p.m. at Regis College.

Cost: $25. Registration required by Feb. 10: call 416-467-2645 or visit website – a ministry of Fontbonne Ministries, Sisters of St. Joseph, Toronto.

Artists’ Retreat!  Art and Spirituality. St. Patrick’s Church Parish Hall, 139 McCaul Street, Toronto. 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Student and professional artists working in all disciplines are welcome to participate in this one-day retreat.  Artists who share an interest in a spiritual approach, howsoever defined, to their own art making, as well as in the spiritual element omni-present in global art history, are encouraged to come. 

SNOWSHOE & PRAYER – Faith Connections invites young adults (18-39 years) to enjoy the beauty of winter with a snowshoe hike! Cost: $40 (includes snowshoe rental, retreat, and refreshments), children over the age of 6 are $10 with parent accompaniment. Saturday, February 25, 2012, 12:30 p.m. at the Ignatius Jesuit Centre (5420 Highway 6 North, Guelph) Car pooling from Toronto available.

Faith Connections’ THEOLOGY ON TAP – young adults (19-39) are invited to a social evening of thought-provoking discussion on "Our Lenten Journey - Engaging the World from an Ecological Perspective" with guest Sr. Noreen Allossery-Walsh, osu, Doctoral Studies, Ecological Responsibility. Munchies provided, cash bar, come and bring a friend! Monday, February 27, 2012, 7:00 p.m. at the Duke of York Pub (39 Prince Arthur Ave, Toronto).

Understanding Islam: An Introduction to the Beliefs and Practices of Islam. Islam is an important religious and social phenomenon in our globalized world. But what do Muslims actually believe and practice? In this four-evening educational series at Scarboro Missions, important Muslim leaders and Islamic scholars will provide you with a basic introduction to Islam. The program will focus on the Prophet Muhammad, the origins of Islam, the Holy Qur'an, the Five Pillars and Islam as a way of life.Tuesdays - 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Scarboro Missions, 2685 Kingston Road, Scarborough. Feb. 28: Islam as a Way of Life by Shaykh Yusuf Badat, Imam of the Islamic Foundation of Toronto (Scarborough); Professor of Islamic and Arabic studies.

The Music Department of Cardinal Carter Academy for the Arts presents “Road to Calvary”, an evening of choral masterpieces that sets the stage for Lent and Holy Week on February 29th at 7:30 p.m. at St. Justin Martyr Church, 3898 Hwy #7  in Unionville. Inspired by the birth of Christ and His Passion, the performance is a journey through prayers and music. Students will perform Herbert Howells’ Magnificat & Nunc Dimitis, St. Paul’s Service; Franz Liszt’s Via Crucis with Meditations by Paul Claudel and Grigorio Allegri’s Miserere. 

KOLBE EUCHARISTIC MINI-RETREAT. St. Brigid’s Church, 300 Wolverleigh Blvd., Toronto. 2:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Join us for Eucharistic Adoration.  On this Lenten Retreat, Father Eugene D'Avella   will speak on "A Lenten Walk with Jesus ".

Vocation Discernment Weekend. Come and See Weekend about brotherhood and priestly vocations as Capuchin Franciscans at St. Philip Neri Parish, 2100 Jane St., Toronto.

St. Augustine’s Seminary of Toronto Lay Spiritual Formation Program Presents: 2012 Lenten Retreat led by Dr. Mary Marrocco.  St. Augustine’s Seminary, 2661 Kingston Road, Scarborough.10:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. We come to the hour - write it on your hearts. A day of preparation and reflection as we enter into the heart of Lent.