PASTOR
Rev. Horacio Zuluaga Zuluaga, I.M.C.
St. Andrew's Parish, Etobicoke

October 31, 2008

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Community Events

LIFETEEN Mass and
Presentation by Mark Tiller

St. Paul's First Letter to the Christians in Corinth - 1 Corinthians in its entirety.

Sunday, November 9, 2008
St. Paul the Apostle Church, 190 King Street St. S., Alliston.

LIFETEEN Mass at 6:00 p.m. followed by a 7:30 p.m. feature presentation by Mark Tiller.

Mark Tiller is a talented dramatist. Within moments of his stepping on stage you are transported back to the Apostle Paul's time. You start to feel like a member of the Corinth congregation, hungry for Paul's words on how we were to live together as a faith community.

St. Paul the Apostle Church in Alliston has been designated as one of the pilgrimage sites in our diocese for the Jubilee Year of St. Paul, where a plenary indulgence may be granted in the canonically prescribed manner.

Cost of admission is $10.00 for adults. Students are free. This is a fund raiser for our youth ministry, LIFETEEN & The Edge Programs.

Eucharistic Gathering In celebration of
St. Leo's Parish 100th Anniversary

Mass and Social Gathering.

Sunday, November 16, 2008 - Mass 11:30 a.m.
St. Leo's Parish, 277 Royal York Road, Toronto.

Fr. Francis Giordano Carpinelli, Pastor, and the parish community invite you to participate in the inaugural Eucharistic Gathering of our year of thanksgiving in celebration of our 100th Anniversary.

Refreshments and social gathering after Mass St. Leo's School gym. For more information please call 416-251-1109.

Celebrating the Richness of Humanae Vitae:
A Buried Treasure: The Church's Teaching
on Sexuality and Marriage

Saturday, November 15, 2008
University of St. Michael's College, Sam Sorbara Auditorium, Brennan Hall at 81 St. Mary St., Toronto.

It will be an exciting day as there will be a number of interesting speakers; Archbishop Prendergast will speak on Humanae Vitae giving a historical overview and explanation of what it means, Cale Clarke will speak on the Theology of the Body, Mark Mallett, a musician will give an inspiring testimonial mixed with inspirational music, Dr Maria Kraw will offer a medical perspective of the biological effects of medical contraception, Fr. Tom Lynch will explain the relevance of Humanae Vitae in our time. There will also be some witness couples who follow Humanae Vitae and at the conclusion there will be a Mass celebrated by Archbishop Collins.

Registration starts at 8:00 a.m. Cost is $5.00 – Lunch $8.00 for those who preregister or bring your own lunch. Email humanaevitae40@gmail.com for tickets.

Lectio Divina – A Year With St. Paul

All are welcome to join Archbishop Thomas Collins for Lectio Divina.

Sunday, November 9, 2008
St. Michael's Cathedral, 65 Bond Street, Toronto.

Vespers are at 7:00 p.m., followed by the Lectio Divina from 7:30 p.m. to 8:15 p.m.

This month's scripture passage: Romans 8:18-39. Please join us for this personal encounter with God through Scripture.

This Sacred reading provides an opportunity to read aloud the Word of God taking time to pause, reflect and pray together. In the coming year, we will encounter Jesus in the Sermon on the Mount, summarizing the foundation of Christian life.

Mp3 audio podcast and video posted on YouTube of Archbishop Collins' previous Lectio Divina are available at www.archtoronto.org. The Lectio Divina is also broadcast on Salt + Light Television. Visit www.saltandlighttv.org for more information.

All Souls’ Day Mass at Catholic Cemeteries

Catholic Cemeteries - Archdiocese of Toronto wishes to invite all families to participate in our annual All Souls Day Mass on Saturday November 8, 2008, at 2:00 p.m.

Cemetery Locations:

Assumption Cemetery, Mississauga 905-670-8801
Liturgy in English

Christ the King Cemetery, Markham 905-471-0121
Liturgy in English

Resurrection Cemetery, Whitby 905-668-8912
Liturgy in English

Holy Cross Cemetery, Thornhill 905-889-7467
Liturgy in English and Italian

Queen of Heaven Cemetery, Woodbridge 905-851-5822
Liturgy in English and Italian

For more information contact a cemetery office or the Central Business Office at 416- 733-8544 or visit our website at www.catholic-cemeteries.com.

ALL ARE WELCOME.

The Liturgica Seminar at T.S.T.

Hosted by the Faculty of Theology at the University of St. Michael's College, promotes discussion on a wide variety of topics in the study of liturgy. Liturgical studies constitutes a significant and growing program at TST and we would like to continue nurturing it.

Last year, we heard 6 papers, by faculty and students alike. It was an exciting and stimulating beginning, a much-needed experience of ecumenical and collegial support in our scholarship and study.

Enquiries and paper proposals are welcome tst.liturgy.seminar@gmail.com.

In the Fall term, the following lectures will take place at the Faculty of Theology at the University of St. Michael's College, in the Cardinal Flahiff building on 95 St. Joseph Street.

Wednesday, November 5, 2008 - 3:15 - 4:15 p.m.
The Faculty of Theology at the University of St. Michael's College.
TA HAGIA TOIS HAGIOIS ("The Holy Things for the Holy People").
Eucharistic Rites in Late Fourth Century Jerusalem
By Prof. Pablo Argárate, Dr. phil., Dr. theol. (Tübingen) (St. Michael's College).

Wednesday, December 3, 2008 - 3:15 - 4:15 p.m.
The Faculty of Theology at the University of St. Michael's College.
Liturgical Reform in Contemporary Judaism: Is it Necessary? Does it Work?
By Rabbi Dow Marmur, PhD (Senior Rabbi of Holy Blossom, Toronto).

New Beginnings…

New Beginnings Weekend Retreat
November 14, 15 & 16, 2008
Scarboro Missions, 2685 Kingston Road, Scarborough.
Finding closure and starting a new chapter in life is easier if one draws strength from one's own spirituality.

For more information, please contact New Beginnings at 416-921-1163 ext. 2246.

Employment Opportunity

Full-time coordinator for the Justice, Peace and Integrity of Creation Office of the Sisters of the Congregation of Notre Dame, Visitation Province, Canada.

For information on the concerns addressed by the Office, visit: www.jpic-visitation.org/about/mission. Required is a university degree in Theology, Social Sciences or equivalent studies. The office will be located in a city where CND Sisters live.

For job description and information, please contact Sister Ann Marie Fortin, cnd, by email at: amfortin@cnd-m.com.

Focolare Family

You are invited to spend an afternoon in the joyful and festive atmosphere of the Focolare family.

Sunday, November 9, 2008 – 2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Dante Alighieri Academy, 60 Playfair Avenue, North York.

We are looking forward to seeing you!

For further information please call 416-250-6606 or 416-225-2758 www.focolare.org. Or email focolarewb@bellnet.ca or czmcanada@rogers.com.

Preparation for de Montfort Total
Consecration to Our Lady

Starting November 5, 2008, the thirty-three day preparation will begin, with the actual consecration on December 8, feast of the Immaculate Conception. For those who desire to attend, the prayers will be recited in common and a sermon given at 7:30 p.m. at Holy Cross Church on:

Wednesday, Nov. 5, with Exposition/Benediction to follow
Monday, Nov. 17
Monday, Nov. 24
Monday, Dec. 1
Monday, Dec. 8, Mass followed by Consecration

For more information please contact Rev. Fr. Howard J. Venette, FSSP, Chaplain, c/o Holy Cross Church, 291 Cosburn Ave., East York. 416-421-5225 www.fssptoronto.com.

Seeds of Hope
A reflection series based on the spiritual writings of Henri J.M. Nouwen

Saturday, November 22, 2008 - 9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Dayspring Chapel at L’Arche Daybreak, 11339 Yonge Street, Richmond Hill.

“Called By Love”
Facilitated by Sr. Sue Mosteller and Joe Egan
Cost:  $30 or pay what you can.

Please call or e-mail to pre-register: 905-884-0025 ext. 110 toll-free:1-866-226-2158 ext.110  nouwensociety@nouwen.net  www.HenriNouwen.org/press/events
Sponsored by L’Arche Daybreak and the Henri Nouwen Society.  Books, media, candles and pottery on sale after the reflection.

Stewardship by the Book

Whether your parish is preparing to launch a formal stewardship plan, nurturing an earlier stewardship effort, trying to increase awareness of the link between discipleship and stewardship, dropping Stewardship By The Book - Bulletin Bits Based on the Sunday Readings by Sharon Hueckel into the bulletin each week is one fairly painless way to work at stewardship education.

This resource is now available as a free download at the website of Our Sunday Visitor, the publisher. Either go to www.osv.com and choose the offering envelopes tab or go straight to www.osvenvelopes.com.

This is an American publication. So please note, there are a few Sundays in the year when the readings differ from the Canadian Lectionary.

Cardinal Carter Academy for the Arts
presents Showcase 2008

Friday, November 7, 2008 and
Saturday, November 8, 2008
The Cardinal Carter Theatre 36 Greenfield Avenue, North York (Yonge Street, 1 Block North of Sheppard).

Gallery Viewing 6:30 p.m. Gala Show 7:30 p.m.

Staged as a traditional variety show, SHOWCASE features all the singing, dancing and theatrical pieces CCAA is known for, in addition to an exciting Art Gallery and Marketplace of mixed media works created by past and present visual artists from the school. It is the major fundraising initiative at Carter for the 2008-2009 school year.

For ticket information, please contact the school at 416-393-5556 ext. 0 or by email friendsofcarter@gmail.com.

Volunteer Opportunity
Choir Sectional Leaders needed

St. Matthew’s Parish is seeking sectional leaders for their English Choir. Leaders needed for soprano, alto, tenor and bass. Candidates should have previous vocal training, experience in choral music and ability to read music. Sectional leaders should be knowledgeable in tone production, breathing technique, and diction. Duties include supporting and instructing vocal sections in good vocal techniques during rehearsals and mass. Knowledge of Italian and/or Portuguese diction is an asset, but not required.

Our English Choir is made up of a dedicated group of volunteers that share a love of music. They have a passion for learning and seek to grow in their musical ability.

Qualified high school students are also encouraged to apply, as this is a wonderful opportunity to be involved in music ministry and to fulfill the mandatory volunteer hours needed to obtain an OSSD.

For more info please contact the choir director at neil@jrmusicstudio.com or the church office at 416-653-7191. www.stmatthewsrcc.net.

St. Paul, the First Christian Missionary

Monday, October 27, 2008 - 7:30 p.m.
Sam Sorbara Hall, University of St. Michael's College, 81 St. Mary Street, Toronto.

Fr. Bernardo Estrada, Academic Vice-Rector and Professor of New Testament, Pontifical University of the Holy Cross, Rome will give a talk on St. Paul, the first Christian missionary. Free event.

For more information contact Noel McFerran 416-926-1300 ext. 3472.

Annual 2008-2009 Scarboro Missions Lecture

"Evangelizing and the Commitment to Social Justice" by Most Rev. Claude Champagne, O.M.I., Auxiliary Bishop of Halifax.

Saturday, November 22, 2008 - 10:00 a.m.
Scarboro Missions, 2685 Kingston Rd., Scarborough.

For more information please contact Eula at 416-261-7135 ext 227 gcouncil@scarboromissions.ca.

Letters of St. Paul Reading Group
(For the Year of St. Paul)

Every 2nd Friday of the Month, 7:15 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Newman Centre Chapel (U of T campus).

Please join us as we read and pray the letters of St. Paul together (in response to Pope Benedict XVI's proclamation of the year of St. Paul - June 28/08- June 29/09).

We will look at the context, the content and the applicable message of the letters to our lives. Like St. Paul, our aim is to combine study and prayer so as to live out in our daily lives - "Christ Crucified".

Join us every month or as often as you can.

All are welcome anytime!

For further information please contact Maria at agovinomaria@hotmail.com or John at jspano@yorku.ca.

Celebrating the Richness of Humanae Vitae:  A Buried Treasure

The Church’s Teaching on sexuality and marriage.

Saturday, November 15, 2008 – 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
University of St. Michael’s College, Sam Sorbara Auditorium, Brennan Hall,
81 St. Mary Street, Toronto.

Celebrating the 40th Anniversary of Humanae Vitae.  With a talk on Humanae Vitae by Archbishop Prendergast, Theology of the Body by Cale Clarke, Music by Mark Mallet, medical perspective by Dr. Maria Kraw, and a talk on the relevance in our time by Rev. Tom Lynch.  Archbishop Collins will be main celebrant of the closing Mass and will give the homily.  Reconciliation available from 12:00 noon – 5:00 p.m.

Tickets $5.00 in advance or at the door.  For more information please call 905-427-6137 or email humanaevitae40@gmail.com. 

LIFETEEN Sponsored Matt Maher Concert

November 21, 2008 – 7:00 p.m.
St. Aloysius Gonzaga Catholic High School, Mississauga. (SW Corner of Erin Centre Boulevard and Glen Erin Drive)

Sponsored by LIFETEEN and Merciful Redeemer Parish in Mississauga.
Tickets are $15. Everyone welcome – first come basis at the door. Please rsvp your intent to join us with expected numbers. Some advance tickets available for out of town groups.

For more info on Matt see www.mattmahermusic.com/bio.php.

This is the kick-off for the first international LIFETEEN Conference outside the U.S.

For more info on the conference visit www.lifeteen.com.

Development and Peace Launches 08-09 Campaign!

D&P’s annual education and action campaign kicks off in four different locations across the diocese:

Saturday, November 1, 2008 - St. Mary’s Parish, Barrie.
Saturday, October 25, 2008 - St. John the Evangelist Parish, Whitby.
Saturday, November 15, 2008 - St. Dominic's Parish, Mississauga.

D&P is the official international development agency of the Canadian Catholic Church and is supported by Sharelife. Come learn about an important issue facing our brothers and sisters in the developing world as we enter year 3 of our 5 year campaign on resources –“Life before Profit”.

For more information please contact: Luke Stocking at 416-922-1592, luke.stocking@devp.org.

Providence Healthcare Needs You!

Retired, Senior, or available weekdays/weekends? Providence Healthcare is looking for volunteers to assist with customer service duties in our retail stores.

Positions to be filled: Cashiers, Buyers, Bookkeepers, Merchandisers, Stock Clerks. For information about these volunteer opportunities call 416-285-3749.

Providence Healthcare is located at 3276 St. Clair Avenue E., (Warden/St. Clair). www.providence.on.ca.

St. Patrick's Church 100th Anniversary

Saturday, November 1, 2008 - 1:30 p.m.
St. Patrick's Church, 139 McCaul Street, Toronto.

Parishioners and friends are invited to a Celebration of the Eucharist with Archbishop Thomas Collins, followed by a reception in the parish hall.

For more information, please contact the parish office at 416-598-3269.

Ground Breaking Ceremony in Nobleton

Sunday, October 26, 2008 – 2:00 p.m.

St. Mary's Mission in Nobleton will celebrate the Ground Breaking Ceremony of their new church at 2:00 p.m. (Hwy 27 and MacTaggart) with Bishop Peter Hundt presiding.

Everyone is cordially invited to attend the ceremony and join in prayer and songs on this historical occasion. (The faithful are kindly being asked to bring a lawn chair.)

Good Shepherd Ministries Needs Volunteers!

We are a charitable multi-service agency offering services to the homeless and disadvantaged. Individual and volunteer groups are needed to sort generous donations of non-perishable food items used to prepare an estimated 900 meals and snacks daily.

Shifts between 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Weekdays & Weekends
Good Shepherd Centre
412 Queen Street East (Queen/Parliament)

For more information please contact Kanwaljeet Biln at 416-869-3619 ext. 262.