Sharelife
WORKING WONDERS FOR THE HOMELESS
Gerard Brisebois, was in his mid-70s when he came to Les Centres d’Accueil heritage. Abandoned by his family, he was living in a downtown shelter – frail, friendless and isolated. At Les Centres, Gerard found a wonderful, nurturing home and a warm, supportive family. When he passed away, the man who seemed alone and friendless, brought out a tearful crowd to his farewell mass. Many seniors in the GTA were involved in the programs and services offered by ShareLife agencies last year.
In addition, 842 seniors in need of more personalized attention received residential care.
3rd ShareLife collection – June 3, 2012
Please give generously.
You can work WONDERS!
Artists’ Retreat! Art and Spirituality
May 26, 2012 10:30 AM – 1:30 PM – Lunch included!
Student and professional artists working in all disciplines are welcome to participate in this one day retreat. Catering for 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. This is an open, respectful, and non-denominational gathering. Artists are encouraged to bring one example of their work for an open presentation, critique, and discussion. Artists wishing to participate please contact artist Farhad Nargol-O’Neill at: farhadnargoloneill@gmail.comfor details .
Come and hang out with other young adults, priests, brothers and sisters! It’s a great chance to share life experiences, ask questions and meet new people! Last year’s event was a great success – don’t miss it this year!
RSVP appreciated by May 22nd by contacting Kelly Bourke at faithconnections@csj-to.ca or 416-467-2645
Hope to see you there!
Mother of Perpetual Help Novena
June 25-27
Join us for our annual Novena for Our Mother of Perpetual Help at St. Patrick’s Church in Toronto. Each evening, we will gather for Mass at 7:00 PM in the Church, followed by a Social in the Parish Hall.The Feast of Our Mother of Perpetual Help is on Wednesday June 27, 2012.
The Preacher for our Novena is Fr. Eugene Tiongson – Batungbacal C.Ss.R., a Redemptorist Priest working in Houston, Tx
Plan to join us for this special opportunity of prayer, thanksgiving, and to bring our cares before Our Mother, who interceeds for us to her Son Jesus.
TOTUS TUUS
Summer Youth and Children Camp at St. Patrick’s Church!
Don’t wait until the deadline, as Registration will close when spots are full!!
The youth of our parish are invited to join Totus Tuus, a week-long summer camp dedicated to sharing the Gospel, supporting a deeper understanding of the Catholic faith and nurturing a young person’s personal relationship with Jesus. The camp offers two separate programs, both animated by a team of trained college-aged students.
- The Grade School Program (students entering Gr. 1-6) runs Monday August 6th – Friday August 10th from 9:00am – 2:30pm. The cost of the program is $20.00 and includes lunch and snacks. Childcare before camp ($5.00 for the week) and after camp ($15.00 for the week) is also available.
- The Jr. High/High School Program (students entering Gr. 7-12) runs Sunday August 5th – Thursday August 9th from 7:00pm – 9:00pm. The cost of the program is $10.00.
Additional information and Registration Packages are available at the back of the Church. Registration deadline is June 29th or while spaces are available. Spaces are limited! Other downtown parishes are also invited to register with St. Patrick’s, so take advantage of registering early to guarantee a spot!!!
Registration forms and monies are to be submitted to St. Patrick’s parish office.
Please address all inquires to the Totus Tuus Program Coordinator: Marilena Berardinelli (416-598-3269) mberardinelli@stpatrickstoronto.ca
Seeing With Heart Catholic Parents of Lesbian Daughters and Gay Sons
Day of Reflection
Saturday June 16th, 9am-5pm $40.00 includes Lunch. Scarborough Missions 2685 Kingston Road Toronto. For more information please call John Montague 416-523-6449
Not Alone
Our St. Patrick’s newly formed Support group for men and women who live with the realities of depression, anxiety and other related conditions, continues to meet twice monthly. Everyone is welcome – there is no registration or need to call in advance. Just pop in and join us.
Upcoming meeting : May 28th at 5.30p.m. in the Parish Hall.
Justice & Service Group Meeting
The next meeting of the Justice and Service group will take place following the noon Mass on Sunday, June 10. This will be a very important meeting. We welcome Sr. Kathleen Kelly, the new Lay Pastoral Associate to the work of the Group, and we will explore new and ongoing initiatives, including pastoral visiting to the sick, outreach to new immigrants and refugees, Asha Deep, and many others. Please come – there is something interesting for everyone! All are invited.
Seniors Club Dinner Dance
Summer dinner and dance will take place on June 23rd in the Church Hall after the 5pm Mass. Tickets are $25.00 per person. For more information please contact Alannah 416-988-0349 or Puring 416-767-9141.
