2009 - Solemnity Of Christ The King

Solemnity of Christ The King

November:

Christmas Toy Drive

The Month of Remembrance The month of November is dedicated to commemorating our loved ones who have died in the Lord. The shrine of St. Joseph in our church will be suitably decorated for the month of November. The Book of the Dead will be available to receive the names of our dearly departed.

Next Weekend: November 28th / 29th It is that time of year to look into our hearts for those less fortunate and donate to our annual Christmas Toy Drive. We are asking for New, Unwrapped toys for children 016. Please pay particular attention, if possible, to the teenage children. Please bring your donations on Nov. 28th / 29th to any of the Masses. Thank you.

All Souls Day envelopes will be available throughout the month of November for those who wish to have their loved ones remembered at the Eucharist.

Bundle Up Collection

Christmas Ornaments on Sale Dear Parishioners: The Christmas Season and Advent are fast approaching. Your ShareLife Committee is selling Christmas ornaments to assist in the ShareLife drive and to get all of us prepared for the Christmas Celebrations. Over the next few weeks, we will be selling these ornaments in the church vestibule. We urge everyone to stop by and visit our table, and help support our ShareLife campaign as well. If you haven’t been able to check out these beautiful decorations, then please do so soon. They are going fast!! Enjoy and God Bless, Your ShareLife Committee

The ‘Out of the Cold’ Concert On Saturday, November 28 at 1:00 pm, we will be hosting the 9th annual Kingsway Out of the Cold concert produced by the Kingsway BIA. Last year the concert raised more than $10,000 in support of this very important community program established in the Kingsway to assist those who are less fortunate among us. Once again, the choirs from the area churches including ours, along with an orchestra and soloists, will perform seasonal music and a Bach Christmas Cantata. All are welcome to attend. Doors open: 12:15 pm.

Next Weekend: November 28th / 29th At this time of year there is a great need for: warm clothing (including outerwear: coats, jackets, sweaters, gloves, mittens, hats, scarves, shoes & boots...), sleeping bags, sheets, blankets and comforters. In addition, draperies and other textiles are welcome. Please place your donations into the back of the truck in the parish lot. The truck will be open until after the 5:15 pm Saturday Mass and until 5 pm on Sunday. Vincentians will be available before / after all Masses next weekend to assist you in loading your donations. Please remember to tie your bundles securely, for ease of handling.

Annual Shared Collection-Dec. 5th/6th The annual special collection which will be shared between the Society of St. Vincent de Paul and Canadian Food for Children will take place the weekend of Dec. 5 th / 6th. Thank you for all your past help. Your donations make our service to our neighbours in need possible.

‘Thanks’ from the CWL! The CWL ladies want to thank all who worked hard to make the Bazaar a success. Thanks also to our donors and bakers! Approx. $6,000 was raised for our Charities.

Singers Welcome - 11 am Choir All Day Confessions Two priests will be available throughout the day on: Saturday, December 12th from 9:30 am to 5:00 pm

We continue to welcome singers who would like to serve the Church and God with the talents they have been given, in support of the Sunday liturgy. Interested singers are invited to call the parish office at 416-231-6016. Gordon Mansell will then set up an interview and audition. Commitments of 8-week blocks acceptable.

November 22, 2009

Reception for ShareLife Volunteers

Mass Intentions This Week

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Wednesday, November 25 at 7:30 pm We would love to have YOU as a volunteer to help with the 2009-2010 ShareLife Campaign! We have a variety of projects and you can choose whatever role you wish and the amount of time you would like to volunteer. High School students can earn volunteer hours with us too! The OLS ShareLife Committee is having an evening for volunteers on Wed., Nov. 25th at 7:30 pm in the Committee Room in the Parish Hall. Come out and hear about planned projects and help us to create some good community and good cheer. Light refreshments will be served AND we have some fun door prizes. Hope to see you there! Your OLS ShareLife Committee

November 23rd - 29th Please join us as we pray for the following, in our “Announced Mass” Intentions Mon.:(9 am) +George A. Greive - Edna Siano Tues.:(9 am) +Vera Valek - Vladimir Valek Wed.:(9 am) +John & Katherine Krupa & Family

- Helen Bernas & Family Thurs.:(9 am) Fri.:(9 am) Sat.:(9 am) (5:15 pm)

Sun.:(8:15 am) (9:30 am) (11 am)

- Alison & Bernie Oegema

Advent Lunch Friday, December 11th at 12:00 Noon Planning to meet friends for lunch before Christmas? Come to the Church Hall for a catered buffet lunch. Cost: $14. No Tipping! - No Tax! Price includes lunch, dessert and soft drinks. Wine will be available for purchase. 50 / 50 Draw & Door Prizes - Proceeds to ShareLife - Reservations Required - 416-231-6016 or [email protected]

Volunteer Accompanist Wanted We are looking for a capable pianist who could volunteer to provide accompaniment for Thursday afternoon choir rehearsal and the choir anthem at our Sunday morning 9:30 Mass. If you are interested in exploring this opportunity, please leave your name with the office and either Gordon or Michele will call you back.

Win Great Prizes! Friar’s Student Writing Award For students aged 14-18 - submit a 500-word essay on the theme for the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity, which is celebrated Jan.24-31. Theme: “You are witnesses to these things” (Luke 24:48). 1st prize: iPod touch (32GB) - 2nd prize: iPod nano (16GB)... submission deadline: Jan. 11. Essays will be published in the Catholic Register. E-mail your essay to [email protected] or fax it to 416934-2409. For more information call 416-934-3400 ext. 344 or 416-934-2410 ext. 407. Don’t miss this opportunity!

+Louis Coutinho - Coutinho Family +Anthony Agostino - Family +Lori Inglis - Family +Magdalena Prajza - Josephine Szabo +Giulia Pressacco - Family For Our Parishioners +Tom & Margaret Byrne

(12:30 pm)

+Domenico Laurenzana

Dear People of the Archdiocese of Toronto, Catholic Education should be close to the heart of each person in our community of faith. It is through the active engagement of us all that our Catholic schools become what they are meant to be. Catholic School Trustees play a noble role in Catholic education. As the name suggests, "trustees" are entrusted with safeguarding the mission and vision of Catholic Education. They must be people who have a deep faith, and a sense of responsibility for the common good of the children entrusted to their care. We as a faith community must take responsibility for the quality of Catholic School governance, for we elect the trustees. Be sure that you are registered as a Catholic School supporter so that you can vote. Become knowledgeable about the issues facing your Catholic School district, and in the coming year get to know the candidates who run for trustee. When the time comes, be sure to vote for the one you believe, in all good conscience, to be most qualified to fulfil the office of Catholic School trustee. To help those considering running for trustee to become more knowledgeable about the responsibilities of that important office, a brief course in trusteeship is being offered at St. Augustine's Seminary in January and February of 2010. I encourage those considering candidacy to take this course. Sincerely yours in Our Lord, Thomas Collins, Archbishop of Toronto