PASTOR
Rev. Ruggiero Dibenedetto, C.S.
St. Catherine of Siena Parish, Mississauga

Rev. Carlyle Guiseppi, C.S.Sp.
Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish, Toronto

Rev. Josip Kos
Our Lady Queen of Croatia Parish, Toronto

Community Events
September 12, 2008

Theology of the Body

St Jerome's Church in Brampton is hosting a series of presentations on the Theology of the Body. They will be held on Tuesdays - September 16, 23, 30 and October 14 in the social hall from 7:30 p.m. – 9:15 p.m. Based on John Paul II's life-transforming teachings, these informative sessions will help you better understand your faith and God's plan for your life. Questions to be explored include:

- Is there a real purpose to life?
- What exactly is “Love”?
- What is the purpose of the married and
celibate vocations?
- Is it truly possible to be pure of heart?
- Why were we created male and female?

For more information please contact Liz Rybka at
647-895-2929.

Theology of the Body for Teens

Starting on Thursday Sept. 25, running from
7:00 -9:00 p.m. for 12 weeks (ending on Dec 11) at Holy Redeemer Parish Hall 796 Eyer Dr., in Pickering, teens are invited to study and reflect on the Theology of the Body for Teens, where they will discover God's wondrous plan for their lives. Cost: $10 which covers the student workbook.

A special Parent Information evening for the upcoming Theology of the Body for Teens will be held on Thursday Sept. 11 at Holy Redeemer Hall 796 Eyer Dr., in Pickering, at 7:30 p.m.

To register or for further information call Jan Noonan 905-420-8696 or Rose Heron 905-683-9055 or email: stbreg@gmail.com or click here for website.

“Could you not watch one hour with me?" (Mark 14:37)

Sunday, October 5, 2008 - 2:00 to 3:00 p.m.

LifeChain is a powerful and prayerful way to be a witness to the Truth and to Life. It takes only an hour and all you have to do is stand quietly with others at a busy intersection, holding a sign with a simple message. The signs say: "Life, the First Human Right.", "Abortion hurts Women", and "Jesus forgives and heals". And as you stand, you can pray quietly for our nation.

LifeChain is growing! We are in need of zone captains and parish liaisons. Please call 416-204-9749 for more information.

Lectio Divina – A Year With St. Paul

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

Sunday, September 21, 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: Acts 9:1-22. 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.

Eighteenth Annual Mass of Memory

Sunday, October 5, 2008 – 3:00 p.m.
St. Paul's Basilica, Toronto.

Famine Yesterday – Hunger Today.

Bishop M. Pearse Lacy, Bishop Emeritus of Toronto will be the Principal Celebrant and Homilist of this Mass in memory of all people who have suffered and died from hunger. Also in memory of Bishop Michael Power, the first Bishop of the Diocese of Toronto and the many victims of the Great Irish Famine of the 1840's, who are buried in the grounds of St. Paul's Basilica.

Wreath dedication ceremony at the Pieta after Mass in front of the Basilica. Reception to follow in the hall. All proceeds from this celebration to assist the Children's Breakfast Program at St. Paul's Basilica.

For more information please contact Tom Gallagher at 416-767-2975, Michael Hamill at 416-763-6575 or Barbara McNamara at 416-633-2254.

Organist Required

Holy Family Parish, 91 Ribblesdale Drive, Whitby, is seeking an organist who is able to undertake a leadership role in directing the choir, coordinating regular practices as well as assisting in the Sunday liturgies and various parish celebrations.

If you are interested, or know of anyone who is familiar with playing a Digital Content Organ, please contact the parish office at 905-665-6470. Resumés and recommendations can be faxed to the parish office at 905-665-6651.

The Sunday Mass on CTV

The televised Sunday Mass on CTV for shut-ins is moving to a new time.

As of Sunday, September 21, 2008 the televised Sunday Mass will begin at 8:30 a.m.

Thank you for getting this information out to your parish community.

Icon to be Blessed at Our Lady of Sorrows

Sunday, September 14, 2008 – 11:00 a.m.
Our Lady of Sorrow Church, Toronto.

Our Lady of Sorrows Church recently commissioned a large icon entitled “Christos Pantocrator” by the artist Gregory Furmanczyk for its sanctuary. On Sunday, September 14, 2008, Bishop John Boissonneau will celebrate the 11:00 a.m. Mass and bless the icon. All are welcome.

For more information please contact the parish at
416-231-6016.

A Special University Lectio Divina

The Newman Centre is proud to welcome His Grace Archbishop Thomas Collins, for a special University Lectio Divina.

Sunday, October 5, 2008 - 6:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Newman Centre Chapel, 89 St. George Street.

Archbishop Collins will also preside and install the new Campus Ministry Team at the 7:00 p.m. Sunday Mass. All are Welcome.

Weekend Marriage Preparation in Angus

Our Lady of Grace Church, Angus, is offering a Weekend Marriage Preparation Course for engaged couples in preparation for the Sacrament of Marriage.

Friday, Sept. 26, 2008 - 7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Saturday, Sept. 27, 2008 - 8:45 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Our Lady of Grace Church, 27 Centre Street, Angus, ON L0M 1B0

A completion certificate will be awarded at the conclusion of the course. For more information please call the parish office at 705-424-1551.

The Inauguration of a New
31-Stop Pipe Organ

September 21, 2008 – 7:00 p.m.
St. Patrick's Parish, Markham.

St. Patrick's Parish in Markham will inaugurate its new 31-stop pipe organ on Sunday, September 21, 2008. The instrument is an Opus 111 by the Quebec firm of Letourneau.

Concert organist, Ken Cowan, will be the guest artist. He is widely regarded as “one of the most outstanding young organists on the scene today”. He is a native of Thorold, Ont., and serves as Assistant Professor of Organ at Westminster Choir College in Princeton, New Jersey.

This free concert is open to everyone. St. Patrick's is located at: 5633 Highway 7, on the south side between Markham Rd. and McCowan Rd., Markham.

The Alpha Course

September 23 - November 25, 2008
St. Timothy Catholic Church, North York.

Is Alpha for me? Alpha is for anyone…anyone who thinks there may be more to life than meets the eye. People attend from all backgrounds, religions, and viewpoints. They come to investigate questions around the existence of God, the purpose of life, the afterlife, the claims of Jesus and more. Everyone is welcome.

Registration will take place after all masses on September 7 and 14, 2008 at St. Timothy Catholic Church. For more information, please contact the parish office at 416-494-6526.

Theology of the Body

St Jerome's Church in Brampton is hosting a series of presentations on the Theology of the Body. They will be held on Tuesdays - September 16, 23, 30 and October 14 in the social hall from 7:30 p.m. – 9:15 p.m. Based on John Paul II's life-transforming teachings, these informative sessions will help you better understand your faith and God's plan for your life. Questions to be explored include:

- Is there a real purpose to life?
- What exactly is “Love”?
- What is the purpose of the married and
celibate vocations?
- Is it truly possible to be pure of heart?
- Why were we created male and female?

For more information please contact Liz Rybka at 647-895-2929.

19th International Festival of Religious Song

November 15-16, 2008
John Paul II Cultural Centre, Mississauga.

The 19th International Festival of Religious Song will take place at the John Paul II Cultural Centre, 4300 Cawthra Road, Mississauga, Ontario. The Festival will feature two evenings of quality music and song.

The Festival invites musicians and parish folk groups to take part in this joyful celebration of faith. This year performers will compete in two categories: professionals and amateurs. The registration deadline is September 30, 2008. Registration forms are available online at www.catholicradio.ca/festival.

The theme of the 19th International Festival of Religious Song is: “You will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you; and you will be my witnesses.” (Acts 1:8) The Festival theme ties in to that of World Youth Day 2008 in Sydney, Australia and to the special message directed to youth by Pope Benedict XVI.

For more information please contact Anna at 416-588-0555 or e-mail festival@catholicradio.ca.

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.

The Ryerson Catholic Chaplaincy Centre

Supported by the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Toronto, the Ryerson Catholic Chaplaincy Centre responds to the spiritual and pastoral needs of students, staff and faculty as they struggle with the big questions that their studies or work may raise for their faith.

We will have a booth on campus during orientation week and during the first week of classes on Gould Street. Whether you live downtown or are a commuting student, consider contacting us or visiting us and see what we can offer you!

Our upcoming events include:

- Opening Mass and BBQ: Wed., Sept. 10, 5:00 p.m.
- Alpha on Campus: starting Sept. 15 (RSVP please)

For more information please call 416-351-0365 or check www.ryercath.ca. The Ryerson Catholic Chaplaincy is located at 64 McGill Street, Toronto.

St. Margaret's 125th Anniversary
Homecoming Weekend

Saturday- Sunday, October 11-12, 2008
St. Margaret's Parish, Midland.

Former parishioners and all who have had a connection with St. Margaret's Parish, Midland, are invited to "come home" to celebrate the 125th Anniversary. Solemn Mass to mark the anniversary of the parish dedication, Saturday, October 11 at 11:00 a.m. Archbishop Thomas Collins will be the principal celebrant and homilist. Reception to follow in the parish hall.

Renewal of baptismal promises at all Sunday Masses.

Join St. Margaret's as they mark their 125 years of faith and service. For more information, please contact the parish at 705-526-6313.

Faith Connections – Upcoming Events

Faith Connections, a ministry of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Toronto, welcomes young adults 18 to 39 to engage in opportunities that generate spiritual growth and community-building.

THEOLOGY ON TAP: Young adults are invited to a thought provoking social evening. Join us from 7:00-9:00 p.m. on Monday, September 15th @ the Duke of York Pub (39 Prince Arthur Ave., Toronto). Marina Nemat, author of bestseller Prisoner of Tehran and Matthew Behrens, organizer of Stop Canadian Involvement in Torture, will be joining us to speak about “Torture & Illegal Detention in Today's World” Munchies provided, come & bring friends!

SCRIPTURE SOUND BYTES: The Sisters of St. Joseph of Toronto and The Mississauga Parishes invite you to discover with other young adults how the Sunday Readings relate to your life. Join us for an evening of prayer, reflection and social time! Come & bring friends – Tuesday Evenings from 7:30-9:30 p.m., St. Christopher's Parish 1171 Clarkson Rd. North, Mississauga.

For more information on any of these events or to register please contact Vanessa Nicholas-Schmidt 416-222-1101. www.faithconnections.ca.

Living Without Fear – A Day of Social Justice

A conference on awareness of abuse against women and an information day for the whole community.

Saturday, October 18, 2008
9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Cardinal Carter Academy for The Arts, North York.

You are invited to spend a day reflecting and learning about the issue of woman abuse and the Catholic Church's response. Information will be provided to help identify woman abuse and the social problems it causes. This conference is open to all.

Presenters will be Archbishop Thomas Collins, Archbishop of Toronto; Deborah Sinclair, keynote speaker, a social worker who has worked for many years with woman abuse issues; Pamela Cross, an accomplished feminist lawyer and tireless advocate for abused women; and Michael Way Skinner, a consultant in the Chaplaincy Department of the York District Catholic School Board.

$20.00 Adults, free for youth/students. Pre-registration is required. For more information please contact Carmela at 416-222-0048 ext. 235 or email cmoltisa@cfsofto.org. A link from www.archtoronto.org will lead you to a registration form and additional conference information.

Want to Learn about…POPE JOHN PAUL'S “THEOLOGY OF THE BODY”

Then Come to a One-Day Conference.

Friday, October 17, 2008 - 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
St. Francis Xavier Church Hall, 5650 Mavis Road, Mississauga.

Cost: $50.00 per person. (Catered lunch is included.)

To register please call 416-261-7207 ext. 235 or email ioftsas@rogers.com.
Please make cheque payable to Institute of Theology and send to Institute of Theology, St. Augustine's Seminary, 2661 Kingston Rd. Scarborough, ON M1M 1M3.

Meritus – Mass and Breakfast

Friday, October 3, 2008 – 7:15 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
St. Paul's Basilica, 83 Power Street, Toronto.

Join His Grace, Archbishop Thomas Collins, for Mass and breakfast, as part of the Archbishop's Breakfast Series. Regis College, in partnership with Salt + Light Television and the Archdiocese of Toronto, invite business people and professionals to a special presentation by Chris Lowney, the author of Heroic Leadership – Best Practices From a 450 Year-Old Company That Changed the World.

Please contact Murray McCarthy, at Regis College, 416-922-5474 ext. 231 or Regis.development@utoronto.ca for more information and tickets. Please see www.archtoronto.org for a link to a downloadable poster.

Meritus is an active network of Catholic business people and professionals.

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.