Community Events

Our Mother of Perpetual Help Novena

June 24-26, 2009 – 7:00 p.m.
St. Patrick's Shrine Church, 141 McCaul Street, Toronto.

All are invited to Our Mother of Perpetual Help Novena Triduum at St. Patrick's Shrine Church (141 McCaul Street) on June 24, 25th, 26th, 2009. Celebration of the Eucharist and Novena Homily, with presider and preacher Rev. Tom O'Rourke, C.Ss.R. There will be a social following the celebration on June 26th in the Parish Hall.

For more information please contact 416-598-3269.

St. John's, Kingston Road,
is celebrating its 100th Anniversary

Sunday, June 7, 2009 – 11:00 a.m.
St. John's Church, 794 Kingston Road, Toronto.

A centennial Mass will be held to mark the dedication of the parish with Bishop Richard Grecco as the main celebrant. A reception in the parish hall will follow. All former parish priests and past and present parishioners are invited to attend.

For further information contact St. John's rectory at 416-698-1105.

MARIAPOLIS – Annual Summer Gathering of the Focolare Movement

June 25-28, 2009
Trent University, Peterborough, Ontario.

You are invited to the annual summer gathering of the Focolare Movement which offers everyone an opportunity to come together and experience living the Gospel message of mutual love. Along with reflections on the theme “Love Generates Wisdom”, the program includes the sharing of life experiences, workshops, sports, singing and more. A special program for children is provided.

For more information, please contact 416-223-2591 or 416-250-6606.

Making Catholic Bible Study
a Reality in your Parish

September 19, 2009 – 9:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
St. Patrick's Parish, Markham, Ontario.

St. Patrick's Parish is sponsoring an Archdiocesan-wide day of workshops on the Little Rock Scripture Study program (LRSS). Whether you are experienced or not in Scripture Studies, you are cordially invited to attend and gain new insights into the study of Sacred Scripture.

Catherine Upchurch, Director of LRSS, and Sr. Susan McCarthy RDC, Workshop Coordinator, will be the presenters of the workshops.

Early-bird registration commences immediately. Please contact Kay Booker at kaymax@sympatico.ca or 905-294-4092.

SONfest - Diocese of Peterborough's
Official Youth Festival

August 14-16, 2009
Holy Trinity Catholic Secondary School, Courtice, Ontario (just east of Oshawa).

SONfest seeks to reach youth and young adults and invite them to discover, explore and celebrate their Catholic Faith. It is a 3-day event offering Holy Mass, guest speakers, discussions, vocation panels, prayer, religious services, presentations, lots of music and much more.

For more information please contact Rev. Norbert Glasmacher at 705-749-0330 or email veyo@veyopeterboro.org www.veyopeterboro.org.

Theology of the Body: Discovering the Master Plan for Your Life

Friday, October 16 - 7:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Saturday, October 17 - 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Canada Christian College, 50 Gervais Drive, Toronto, Ontario (Don Mills Rd. & Eglinton Ave.).

God, Sex and the Meaning of Life Ministry in partnership with the Natural Family Planning Association will host a public presentation by Christopher West on Pope John Paul II's "Theology of Body". All are welcome.

Doors open 6:00 p.m. on Friday for registration and on Saturday at 7:00 a.m. Music for the event is by Critical Mass - www.CatholicRock.com.  Archbishop Thomas Collins will be celebrating Mass Saturday morning.

Registration is $30.00 before July 1 and $40.00 after. (this includes course material) Register on our website click here or by email to stbreg@gmail.com or by phone at 416-481-5465. (NFP Office).

Don't miss out! Be part of the New Evangelization!

Redemptorist "Come and See"
Vocation Weekend

June 19-21, 2009
Toronto, Ontario.

If you're between the ages of 18-35, and wondering if God might be calling you to be a priest or a brother in the Redemptorist Congregation and live a life of community, compassion, evangelization, and mission, then come discern with us. Take a chance! God is calling! Come "into the deep" and discern if God is calling you to be a Redemptorist.

For more information about this Retreat opportunity and about our programs for youth and young adults across Canada, see our website: www.ryvm.ca.

You can find out more information online, and even register! Deadline for registration is June 12, 2009.

For more information about our community, mission, and call to evangelization, see our website, or contact Fr. Santo Arrigo C.Ss.R. at vocations@redemptorists.ca, or call 416-593-6520.

ShareLife 14th Annual Golf Tournament

Wednesday, June 10, 2009
Deer Creek Golf & Banquet Facility: 2700 Audley Road, Ajax.

Calling All Golfers!

ShareLife's 14th Annual Golf Tournament will soon be here for all you golf lovers! Join us on Wednesday, June 10 at Deer Creek Golf and Banquet Facility for a day filled with fun, great food, and networking with Canada's top business leaders, all while supporting a good cause.

Last year ShareLife helped nearly a quarter of a million people in need and with your participation, we can reach even more. We welcome you to take part as individuals or as corporate representatives. Furthermore, if you would like to promote your company's products or services, you can donate gift baskets or gift certificates to our Silent Auction.

For more information on how to be a part of a day of good deeds and great fun, please visit www.sharelife.org/corporate/golf.html or contact Candace Pio at 416-934-3400 ext. 540. So dust off those golf clubs and we'll see you on the greens!

Annual Celebration of the
Solemnity of Corpus Christi

Sunday, June 14, 2009 - 11:30 a.m. Mass
Our Lady of Victory Church, 117 Guestville Ave., Toronto.

Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament and Adoration
of our Eucharistic Lord
Procession with the Blessed Sacrament (outside –
weather permitting)
Solemn blessing of all present

For more information please call 416-769-1171 or email ourladyofvictory@rogers.com.

St. John's Church Choir Annual Concert

June 11, 2009 - 7:30 p.m.
St. John's Church, 794 Kingston Road, Toronto.

Our joyful 100th Anniversary celebrations include our choir's Annual Concert. The program is uplifting and varied with talented A. Y. Jackson students performing along with our own soloists. Complimentary refreshments will be served after the concert. A free will offering will be taken. Guaranteed enjoyment.

For more information please call 416-699-2518.

Catholic Civil Rights League Annual Dinner

June 3, 2009
St. Michael's College, University of Toronto.

Guest speaker is writer and broadcaster Michael Coren. The League will also present the Archbishop Adam Exner Award for Catholic Excellence in Public Life. Join us for an enjoyable and informative evening.

For more information, call Joanne McGarry at 416-466-8244 or e-mail ccrl@ccrl.ca.

Carmelite Saints teach us the way to put the Word of God into Action

The Centre for Teresian Carmelite Education and Spirituality presents a series of talks at Our Lady of Fatima Parish, 3170 St. Clair Ave. E. (N./E. corner of Victoria Park and St. Clair), in the church hall, on the following dates:

June 14 – A Call to Holiness
September 13 – Praise & Joy (St. Teresa of Los Andes & Bl. Elizabeth of the Trinity)
October 4 – The Little Way to Holiness (St. Therese of Lisieux)
October 25 – The Way of Perfection (St. Teresa of Avila)

All sessions begin at 6:00 p.m. Admission Free. No need to register. Coffee served.

For more information, please call the OCDS Secretariat office at 905-989-1524, or email ocds.secretariat.ca@sympatico.ca.

Transitions Retreat for Youth

Saturday, June 27, 2009
The Franciscan Church of St. Bonaventure - Parish Centre.

Are you about to head off on a new adventure; are you starting a new job, going to college, entering university? Consider taking some time to reflect on new beginnings in your life. Check in is at 9:30 a.m. and the retreat is from 10:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

The Registration Fee of $20 can be paid upon entrance to the event. Registration can be completed by emailing the following information to Rachel Nazareth, Youth Minister; rachel@st-bonaventure.ca

Full Name
Age
Are you - going to College, going to University,
starting a new job
Allergies/Dietary Restrictions

Visit; www.st-bonaventure.ca for further details.

FAITH CONNECTIONS' JUNE JUSTICE MONTH

Faith Connections' June Justice Month Kick Off
Wednesday, June 3, 2009 - 7:00 p.m.
The Mustard Seed, 791 Queen St E, Toronto.
Young adults (18-39) are invited to join us throughout June to jump into justice! Our first event will include opportunities for prayer, discussion, and social time.

Hike and Prayer: Ecology and Community
Saturday, June 13, 2009 - 9:00 a.m. rain or shine.
Eglinton West Subway Station (Eglinton and Allen Rd).
Faith Connections invites young adults (18-39) to join us for a June Justice Month hike to the Artscape Wychwood Barns where we will find a Farmers Market and many wonderful community organizations!

Artists Against Consumerism
Tuesday, June 16, 2009 - 7:00 p.m.
The Newman Centre, 89 St. George St, Toronto.
Faith Connections and the Newman Centre invite young adults (18-39) to join us for a June Justice Month presentation and focused conversation led by Toronto artist Ilona Staples.

Planting Seeds of Hope: A Peace and Mediation Workshop
Thursday, June 25, 2009 - 7:00 p.m.
The Paulist Centre, 830 Bathurst St (Bathurst & Bloor), Toronto.
Faith Connections invites young adults (18-39) to join us for a June Justice Month workshop with special guests Dr. Sara Schleien and peace maker Sr. Mary Alban Bouchard. Learn personal conflict resolution skills and explore issues of peace.

For more information on these events, please call Vanessa Nicholas-Schmidt at 416-222-1426 ext. 276 or visit www.faithconnections.ca – a ministry of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Toronto.