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We, the St. Brigid's Roman Catholic community, are united in dynamic faith in Jesus Christ. Our parish
comes together through the risen Lord, the Eucharist, and community celebration. We live the Gospel in
our diversity and through inclusion, compassion, justice and commitment. By welcoming, giving and
sharing, we demonstrate our personal faith in God, both within and beyond our parish.
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SCHEDULE OF MASSES AND PRAYERS
Weekly Masses
Monday, Wednesday and Friday (Seasonal)*
7:15 a.m. - Liturgy of the Hours
7:30 a.m. - Holy Mass
Tuesday and Thursday
12:00 Noon
Wednesday
7:00 p.m. - Holy Mass and Novena
Our Lady of Perpetual Help
Thursday
10:00 a.m. - Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament
11:50 a.m. - Benediction with the Blessed Sacrament
Saturday
9:00 a.m. - Holy Mass
9:30 a.m. - Confessions
4:15 p.m. - Confessions
Sunday Masses
Saturday
5:00 p.m. - Holy Mass (English)
Sunday
8:30 a.m. - Holy Mass (English)
9:30 a.m. - Holy Mass (Italian)
11:00 a.m. - Holy Mass (English)*
*Children’s Liturgy
*Seasonal: From November to April,
daily Mass will be celebrated at 12:00 Noon
Public holidays - Holy Mass at 9:00 a.m.
The Sacrament of Baptism
Couples interested in having their children baptised should contact
the office for an appointment with a priest.
The Sacrament of Matrimony
Couples interested in entering marriage should contact the office one
year in advance for an appointment with a priest.
The Sacrament of Reconciliation
Saturdays: after 9:00 a.m. Mass and upon request.
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Out of the Cold Program Bill Slattery: 416-580-8450
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Vice Principal: Anthony Pauk
Telephone:
416-393-5235
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HOLY YEAR OF MERCY / L’ANNO SANTO DELLA MISERICORDIA
FEBRUARY 14, 2016
HOLY YEAR OF MERCY / L’ANNO SANTO DELLA MISERICORDIA
FEBRUARY 14, 2016
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FIRST SUNDAY OF LENT
FAMILY DAY ~ MONDAY, FEBRUARY 15
2015 TAX RECEIPTS & DONATION ENVELOPES
GRUPPO DI PREGHIERA SAN PADRE PIO
In each of the three Synoptic Gospels, after his baptism,
Jesus is reported to have spent forty days in the desert,
fasting and praying. In Luke and in Matthew, the devil
presents three temptations to Jesus. The devil tempts Jesus
to use his power to appease his hunger, he offers Jesus all
the kingdoms of the world if Jesus will worship him, and he
tempts Jesus to put God's promise of protection to the test.
In each case, Jesus resists, citing words from Scripture to
rebuke the devil's temptation.
Each temptation that Jesus faces offers insight into the
spirituality we hope to develop as we keep the forty days of
the Season of Lent. We can trust God to provide for our
material needs. We worship God because God alone has
dominion over us and our world. We can trust God to be
faithful to his promises. Jesus' rejection of the devil's
temptations shows that he will not put God to the test.
Grounding himself on the Word and authority of Scripture,
Jesus rebukes the devil by his confidence in God's
protection and faithfulness.
Pope Francis says: Today our gaze is on the Holy Family
and we are drawn into the simplicity of the life they led in
Nazareth. It is an example that does our families great good,
helping them increasingly to become communities of love
and reconciliation, in which tenderness, mutual help, and
mutual forgiveness is experienced.
2015 donation tax receipts are ready for pick up. They are
available at the back of the Church. Please ask an usher if
you need assistance.
Sabato 20 Febbraio, dopo la messa delle 9:00 am ci sara’
La Coroncina di San Pio di Pietralcina. Per informazione
chiamare Chiara al numero: (416) 466-0445.
2016 donation envelopes are now at the Parish office.
Please do not hesitate to come in to pick them up.
COLLETTA SETTIMANALE
Please Note: Chapel Mass will be celebrated at 9:00 am
and the Parish office will be closed.
ST. BRIGID’S PARISH WEEKLY COLLECTION
SEASON OF LENT
The Lenten season is a time of reflection and a time to be
thankful for our blessings. The four Lenten pillars are:
Prayer, Fasting, Almsgiving and Sacrifice. It is a sign of our
care for those in need, and an expression of our gratitude
for all the blessing God has given us. Works of charity and
the promotion of justice are integral elements of the
Christian way of life we began when we were baptized.
This year, we continue with the purple Lenten bag program.
It is a symbol of our sacrifice and self-denial. In order to help
those in need, please consider adding a daily monetary
value in your Lenten bag. All proceeds will go towards
Out of the Cold and to the Society of
St. Vincent de Paul programs.
SPECIAL THANKS
ST. BRIGID’S & ST. CATHERINE OF SIENA
PATRON SAINTS CELEBRATION
On behalf of Father Carlos Sierra, we wish to thank
everyone that participated in last week’s St. Brigid’s Triduum
Masses. We gathered as a community to celebrate and
reflect on the remarkable life of our Patron Saint.
Special thanks to our community, near and far, for gathering
together for the St. Brigid’s and St. Catherine of Siena
Dinner Dance on Saturday, February 6th. We had an
opportunity to celebrate our two Patron Saints at the
Saturday evening Mass as well as enjoy dinner and
dancing. We wish to extend our appreciation to all our
volunteers and sponsors that made this event a success:
Father Carlos Sierra, Linda Ward, Joe Naccarato, Vincenzo
Camera, Joven Fernandez, Crocetta and Franco Paladino,
Donato & Giovanna Filardi, John and Ross Ruscica from
Thorncrete, Manny Di Pietro and Tony Galea from Malpack
Ltd., Glen and Patty Day from Heritage Funeral Centre, and
to all of our guests that supported this event ~ Thank You
and May God Bless You!
STATIONS OF THE CROSS ~ EVERY FRIDAY
Please join us every Friday evening at 7:00 pm,
throughout the Lenten season as we pray the Stations of the
Cross in both English and Italian in our Parish. Praying the
Stations of the Cross is a powerful way to contemplate, and
enter into, the mystery of Jesus’ gift of himself to us. Please
join us this Friday, February 19th.
POPE FRANCIS’ ASH WEDNESDAY MESSAGE
LIVE LENT WELL
Jesus told his disciples, “Be careful not to practice your
righteousness before men to be seen by them”. “When you
give alms do not sound a trumpet before you”. “Your Father
who sees will reward you in secret.” God's word gives us the
proper orientation for living Lent well. When we do
something well, sometimes we are tempted to be
appreciated and to have a reward: the human glory. But it is
a false reward because we project towards what others think
of us. Jesus asks us to do good because it is good. He asks
us to feel always under the gaze of our heavenly Father and
to live in union with Him, not in relation to the judgment of
others.
ARCHDIOCESE DAY OF CONFESSION
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 9th
On Wednesday, March 9th, St. Brigid’s will celebrate the
Archdiocese Day of Confessions in preparation for Easter.
Father Carlos will be available to hear your confessions from
10:00 to 10:45 am, 5:00 to 6:30 pm and then again at
7:40 pm after Holy Mass and Novena.
TOGETHER WE CONTINUE TO WORK WONDERS
SUNDAY, MARCH 13 is SHARELIFE SUNDAY
Our Lord encourages us with a timely reminder about what
our actions truly should be – to show mercy to others.
ShareLife is that connective bridge between the pulpit and
the street. When we are called to action in the Catholic
community, we know of so many ways we can make a
difference by working together in the lives of those in need.
Annually, we share in helping over 114,000 individuals,
thanks to the support received through our collective efforts.
Please help us celebrate ShareLife’s 40th anniversary
by supporting our annual Archdiocesan appeal during
this Lenten season! ~Thomas Cardinal Collins.
The regular collection for the week ending February 7th,
2016 was $3,870.40. Thank you for your ongoing generosity
and contribution. Please remember St. Brigid’s Parish in
your last will and testament. Don’t forget to ask us
about Pre-Authorized Giving (P.A.G.)!
La colletta regolare della settimana 7 Febbraio 2016, e’
stata di $3,870.40. Grazie per la vostra contribuzione per
aiutare alle spese della chiesa. Dio vi recompense. Per
favore, ricordate la nostra parrocchia nel vostro
testamento. Avete mai pensato che la vostra parrochia
puo’ essere “il terzo figlio della carità” nel vostro
testamento?
I DOMENICA DI QUARESIMA
Un nuovo cammino verso la Pasqua si è aperto. La
Quaresima ripropone l’impegno dell’ascolto della parola di
Dio, della conversione, della preghiera, della carità fraterna
perché la Chiesa riscopra il senso della propria vocazione e
appartenenza al Signore, in un continuo passaggio verso la
vita nuova. Ogni momento è segnato da questi impegni, ma
il tempo quaresimale ha un’efficacia particolare perché è
memoria viva e attuale del cammino pasquale di Cristo, del
suo «si» alla volontà del Padre nel segno della comunità
che si converte.
STAZIONI DELLA CROCE DURANTE LA QUARESIMA:
Ogni Venerdi ~ 7:00 pm ~ in Inglese e Italiano nella Chiesa
IL MESSAGGIO DEL PAPA FRANCESCO
Nella Bolla d’indizione del Giubileo ho rivolto l’invito affinché
«la Quaresima di quest’anno giubilare sia vissuta più
intensamente come momento forte per celebrare e
sperimentare la misericordia di Dio». Con il richiamo
all’ascolto della Parola di Dio ed all’iniziativa «24 ore per il
Signore» ho voluto sottolineare il primato dell’ascolto orante
della Parola, in specie quella profetica. La misericordia di
Dio è infatti un annuncio al mondo: ma di tale annuncio ogni
cristiano è chiamato a fare esperienza in prima persona. E’
per questo che nel tempo della Quaresima invierò i
Missionari della Misericordia perché siano per tutti un segno
concreto della vicinanza e del perdono di Dio. Per aver
accolto la Buona Notizia a lei rivolta dall’arcangelo Gabriele,
Maria, nel Magnificat, canta profeticamente la misericordia
con cui Dio l’ha prescelta. La Vergine di Nazaret, promessa
sposa di Giuseppe, diventa così l’icona perfetta della Chiesa
che evangelizza perché è stata ed è continuamente
evangelizzata per opera dello Spirito Santo, che ha
fecondato il suo grembo verginale.
GIORNATA ARCIDIOCESANA DI CONFESSIONI
Mercoledì, il 9 di Marzo, la nostra chiesa di Santa Brigida
celebrare la Giornata Arcidiocesi di Confessioni. Padre
Carlos sarà a disposizione per ascoltare le tue confessioni
tra le 10:00 - 10:45 am, 5:00 - 6:30 pm, e alle 7:45 pm
dopo la Santa Messa e Novena.
Saturday, February 13th
9:00 a.m.
5:00 p.m.
+Joseph Ruggiero, req. by Rocchina Ruggiero
+Tom Gaffney, req. by Kate Gilhooly
+Florence Rampersad, req. by Hannah Jones
Sunday, February 14th
8:30 a.m.
9:30 a.m.
+Giovanni & Maria Naccarato, req. by Joe Naccarato
In onore di Madonna di Lourdes, per tutti i malati,
req. by il Gruppo di Preghiera di Maria Caggianiello
+Tracy Scott, req. by David Scott
+Giuseppa Accomando, req. by Giorgio Accomando & Family
+Pasquale Macchione, req. by the Family
+Mario Ambruoso, req. by the Family
+Carlo & Michelo Doto, req. by Teresa Doto
+Lina & Leonardo Cornacchia, req. by Luigi & Family
+Lauretta & Rosario Lopezo, req. by Ita Spada
+Rachele & Pietro Filardi, req. by Rosa & Michele Filardi
+Nicola & Pasqualina Grosso, req. by Concetta
+Nazzareno Cesta, req. by Anna & Family
11:00 a.m. +Angela Alfieri, req. by Immacolata Alfieri
+Rosa Fisico, req. by the Parish
Monday, February 15th ~ Family Day
9:00 a.m. +Richard McCorie, req. by Joe Naccarato
Tuesday, February 16th ~ Blessed Joseph Allamano
12:00 p.m. +Angel & Luca Charakopos, req. by Lucy & Rocco Colangelo
7:00 p.m. Memorial Mass: +Donald Carl Marren, req. by the Family
Wednesday, February 17th ~ The Seven Holy Founders
of the Servite Order
12:00 p.m.
+Rosalbino & Giuseppina Iannitelli, req. by Joe Naccarato
7:00 p.m.
Novena Mass – Our Lady of Perpetual Help
Thursday, February 18th
12:00 p.m. +Felicetta & Paolo Lobozzo, req. by Lucia Del Grande
Friday, February 19th
12:00 p.m. +Giovanni & Maria Naccarato, req. by Joe Naccarato
Saturday, February 20th
9:00 a.m.
5:00 p.m.
San Pio Di Pietralcina, req. by Gruppo Di Preghiera St. Brigida
+Paolina Gesualdo, req. by Donato & Giovanna Filardi
+Giuseppe & Maria Naccarato, req. by Joe Naccarato
“La fede si traduce in atti concreti. Risvegliamo le coscienze
assopite davanti alla povertà” ~ Papa Francesco
HOLY YEAR OF MERCY / L’ANNO SANTO DELLA MISERICORDIA
FEBRUARY 14, 2016
HOLY YEAR OF MERCY / L’ANNO SANTO DELLA MISERICORDIA
FEBRUARY 14, 2016
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FIRST SUNDAY OF LENT
FAMILY DAY ~ MONDAY, FEBRUARY 15
2015 TAX RECEIPTS & DONATION ENVELOPES
GRUPPO DI PREGHIERA SAN PADRE PIO
In each of the three Synoptic Gospels, after his baptism,
Jesus is reported to have spent forty days in the desert,
fasting and praying. In Luke and in Matthew, the devil
presents three temptations to Jesus. The devil tempts Jesus
to use his power to appease his hunger, he offers Jesus all
the kingdoms of the world if Jesus will worship him, and he
tempts Jesus to put God's promise of protection to the test.
In each case, Jesus resists, citing words from Scripture to
rebuke the devil's temptation.
Each temptation that Jesus faces offers insight into the
spirituality we hope to develop as we keep the forty days of
the Season of Lent. We can trust God to provide for our
material needs. We worship God because God alone has
dominion over us and our world. We can trust God to be
faithful to his promises. Jesus' rejection of the devil's
temptations shows that he will not put God to the test.
Grounding himself on the Word and authority of Scripture,
Jesus rebukes the devil by his confidence in God's
protection and faithfulness.
Pope Francis says: Today our gaze is on the Holy Family
and we are drawn into the simplicity of the life they led in
Nazareth. It is an example that does our families great good,
helping them increasingly to become communities of love
and reconciliation, in which tenderness, mutual help, and
mutual forgiveness is experienced.
2015 donation tax receipts are ready for pick up. They are
available at the back of the Church. Please ask an usher if
you need assistance.
Sabato 20 Febbraio, dopo la messa delle 9:00 am ci sara’
La Coroncina di San Pio di Pietralcina. Per informazione
chiamare Chiara al numero: (416) 466-0445.
2016 donation envelopes are now at the Parish office.
Please do not hesitate to come in to pick them up.
COLLETTA SETTIMANALE
Please Note: Chapel Mass will be celebrated at 9:00 am
and the Parish office will be closed.
ST. BRIGID’S PARISH WEEKLY COLLECTION
SEASON OF LENT
The Lenten season is a time of reflection and a time to be
thankful for our blessings. The four Lenten pillars are:
Prayer, Fasting, Almsgiving and Sacrifice. It is a sign of our
care for those in need, and an expression of our gratitude
for all the blessing God has given us. Works of charity and
the promotion of justice are integral elements of the
Christian way of life we began when we were baptized.
This year, we continue with the purple Lenten bag program.
It is a symbol of our sacrifice and self-denial. In order to help
those in need, please consider adding a daily monetary
value in your Lenten bag. All proceeds will go towards
Out of the Cold and to the Society of
St. Vincent de Paul programs.
SPECIAL THANKS
ST. BRIGID’S & ST. CATHERINE OF SIENA
PATRON SAINTS CELEBRATION
On behalf of Father Carlos Sierra, we wish to thank
everyone that participated in last week’s St. Brigid’s Triduum
Masses. We gathered as a community to celebrate and
reflect on the remarkable life of our Patron Saint.
Special thanks to our community, near and far, for gathering
together for the St. Brigid’s and St. Catherine of Siena
Dinner Dance on Saturday, February 6th. We had an
opportunity to celebrate our two Patron Saints at the
Saturday evening Mass as well as enjoy dinner and
dancing. We wish to extend our appreciation to all our
volunteers and sponsors that made this event a success:
Father Carlos Sierra, Linda Ward, Joe Naccarato, Vincenzo
Camera, Joven Fernandez, Crocetta and Franco Paladino,
Donato & Giovanna Filardi, John and Ross Ruscica from
Thorncrete, Manny Di Pietro and Tony Galea from Malpack
Ltd., Glen and Patty Day from Heritage Funeral Centre, and
to all of our guests that supported this event ~ Thank You
and May God Bless You!
STATIONS OF THE CROSS ~ EVERY FRIDAY
Please join us every Friday evening at 7:00 pm,
throughout the Lenten season as we pray the Stations of the
Cross in both English and Italian in our Parish. Praying the
Stations of the Cross is a powerful way to contemplate, and
enter into, the mystery of Jesus’ gift of himself to us. Please
join us this Friday, February 19th.
POPE FRANCIS’ ASH WEDNESDAY MESSAGE
LIVE LENT WELL
Jesus told his disciples, “Be careful not to practice your
righteousness before men to be seen by them”. “When you
give alms do not sound a trumpet before you”. “Your Father
who sees will reward you in secret.” God's word gives us the
proper orientation for living Lent well. When we do
something well, sometimes we are tempted to be
appreciated and to have a reward: the human glory. But it is
a false reward because we project towards what others think
of us. Jesus asks us to do good because it is good. He asks
us to feel always under the gaze of our heavenly Father and
to live in union with Him, not in relation to the judgment of
others.
ARCHDIOCESE DAY OF CONFESSION
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 9th
On Wednesday, March 9th, St. Brigid’s will celebrate the
Archdiocese Day of Confessions in preparation for Easter.
Father Carlos will be available to hear your confessions from
10:00 to 10:45 am, 5:00 to 6:30 pm and then again at
7:40 pm after Holy Mass and Novena.
TOGETHER WE CONTINUE TO WORK WONDERS
SUNDAY, MARCH 13 is SHARELIFE SUNDAY
Our Lord encourages us with a timely reminder about what
our actions truly should be – to show mercy to others.
ShareLife is that connective bridge between the pulpit and
the street. When we are called to action in the Catholic
community, we know of so many ways we can make a
difference by working together in the lives of those in need.
Annually, we share in helping over 114,000 individuals,
thanks to the support received through our collective efforts.
Please help us celebrate ShareLife’s 40th anniversary
by supporting our annual Archdiocesan appeal during
this Lenten season! ~Thomas Cardinal Collins.
The regular collection for the week ending February 7th,
2016 was $3,870.40. Thank you for your ongoing generosity
and contribution. Please remember St. Brigid’s Parish in
your last will and testament. Don’t forget to ask us
about Pre-Authorized Giving (P.A.G.)!
La colletta regolare della settimana 7 Febbraio 2016, e’
stata di $3,870.40. Grazie per la vostra contribuzione per
aiutare alle spese della chiesa. Dio vi recompense. Per
favore, ricordate la nostra parrocchia nel vostro
testamento. Avete mai pensato che la vostra parrochia
puo’ essere “il terzo figlio della carità” nel vostro
testamento?
I DOMENICA DI QUARESIMA
Un nuovo cammino verso la Pasqua si è aperto. La
Quaresima ripropone l’impegno dell’ascolto della parola di
Dio, della conversione, della preghiera, della carità fraterna
perché la Chiesa riscopra il senso della propria vocazione e
appartenenza al Signore, in un continuo passaggio verso la
vita nuova. Ogni momento è segnato da questi impegni, ma
il tempo quaresimale ha un’efficacia particolare perché è
memoria viva e attuale del cammino pasquale di Cristo, del
suo «si» alla volontà del Padre nel segno della comunità
che si converte.
STAZIONI DELLA CROCE DURANTE LA QUARESIMA:
Ogni Venerdi ~ 7:00 pm ~ in Inglese e Italiano nella Chiesa
IL MESSAGGIO DEL PAPA FRANCESCO
Nella Bolla d’indizione del Giubileo ho rivolto l’invito affinché
«la Quaresima di quest’anno giubilare sia vissuta più
intensamente come momento forte per celebrare e
sperimentare la misericordia di Dio». Con il richiamo
all’ascolto della Parola di Dio ed all’iniziativa «24 ore per il
Signore» ho voluto sottolineare il primato dell’ascolto orante
della Parola, in specie quella profetica. La misericordia di
Dio è infatti un annuncio al mondo: ma di tale annuncio ogni
cristiano è chiamato a fare esperienza in prima persona. E’
per questo che nel tempo della Quaresima invierò i
Missionari della Misericordia perché siano per tutti un segno
concreto della vicinanza e del perdono di Dio. Per aver
accolto la Buona Notizia a lei rivolta dall’arcangelo Gabriele,
Maria, nel Magnificat, canta profeticamente la misericordia
con cui Dio l’ha prescelta. La Vergine di Nazaret, promessa
sposa di Giuseppe, diventa così l’icona perfetta della Chiesa
che evangelizza perché è stata ed è continuamente
evangelizzata per opera dello Spirito Santo, che ha
fecondato il suo grembo verginale.
GIORNATA ARCIDIOCESANA DI CONFESSIONI
Mercoledì, il 9 di Marzo, la nostra chiesa di Santa Brigida
celebrare la Giornata Arcidiocesi di Confessioni. Padre
Carlos sarà a disposizione per ascoltare le tue confessioni
tra le 10:00 - 10:45 am, 5:00 - 6:30 pm, e alle 7:45 pm
dopo la Santa Messa e Novena.
Saturday, February 13th
9:00 a.m.
5:00 p.m.
+Joseph Ruggiero, req. by Rocchina Ruggiero
+Tom Gaffney, req. by Kate Gilhooly
+Florence Rampersad, req. by Hannah Jones
Sunday, February 14th
8:30 a.m.
9:30 a.m.
+Giovanni & Maria Naccarato, req. by Joe Naccarato
In onore di Madonna di Lourdes, per tutti i malati,
req. by il Gruppo di Preghiera di Maria Caggianiello
+Tracy Scott, req. by David Scott
+Giuseppa Accomando, req. by Giorgio Accomando & Family
+Pasquale Macchione, req. by the Family
+Mario Ambruoso, req. by the Family
+Carlo & Michelo Doto, req. by Teresa Doto
+Lina & Leonardo Cornacchia, req. by Luigi & Family
+Lauretta & Rosario Lopezo, req. by Ita Spada
+Rachele & Pietro Filardi, req. by Rosa & Michele Filardi
+Nicola & Pasqualina Grosso, req. by Concetta
+Nazzareno Cesta, req. by Anna & Family
11:00 a.m. +Angela Alfieri, req. by Immacolata Alfieri
+Rosa Fisico, req. by the Parish
Monday, February 15th ~ Family Day
9:00 a.m. +Richard McCorie, req. by Joe Naccarato
Tuesday, February 16th ~ Blessed Joseph Allamano
12:00 p.m. +Angel & Luca Charakopos, req. by Lucy & Rocco Colangelo
7:00 p.m. Memorial Mass: +Donald Carl Marren, req. by the Family
Wednesday, February 17th ~ The Seven Holy Founders
of the Servite Order
12:00 p.m.
+Rosalbino & Giuseppina Iannitelli, req. by Joe Naccarato
7:00 p.m.
Novena Mass – Our Lady of Perpetual Help
Thursday, February 18th
12:00 p.m. +Felicetta & Paolo Lobozzo, req. by Lucia Del Grande
Friday, February 19th
12:00 p.m. +Giovanni & Maria Naccarato, req. by Joe Naccarato
Saturday, February 20th
9:00 a.m.
5:00 p.m.
San Pio Di Pietralcina, req. by Gruppo Di Preghiera St. Brigida
+Paolina Gesualdo, req. by Donato & Giovanna Filardi
+Giuseppe & Maria Naccarato, req. by Joe Naccarato
“La fede si traduce in atti concreti. Risvegliamo le coscienze
assopite davanti alla povertà” ~ Papa Francesco
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SCHEDULE OF MASSES AND PRAYERS
Weekly Masses
Monday, Wednesday and Friday (Seasonal)*
7:15 a.m. - Liturgy of the Hours
7:30 a.m. - Holy Mass
Tuesday and Thursday
12:00 Noon
Wednesday
7:00 p.m. - Holy Mass and Novena
Our Lady of Perpetual Help
Thursday
10:00 a.m. - Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament
11:50 a.m. - Benediction with the Blessed Sacrament
Saturday
9:00 a.m. - Holy Mass
9:30 a.m. - Confessions
4:15 p.m. - Confessions
Sunday Masses
Saturday
5:00 p.m. - Holy Mass (English)
Sunday
8:30 a.m. - Holy Mass (English)
9:30 a.m. - Holy Mass (Italian)
11:00 a.m. - Holy Mass (English)*
*Children’s Liturgy
*Seasonal: From November to April,
daily Mass will be celebrated at 12:00 Noon
Public holidays - Holy Mass at 9:00 a.m.
The Sacrament of Baptism
Couples interested in having their children baptised should contact
the office for an appointment with a priest.
The Sacrament of Matrimony
Couples interested in entering marriage should contact the office one
year in advance for an appointment with a priest.
The Sacrament of Reconciliation
Saturdays: after 9:00 a.m. Mass and upon request.
St. Vincent de Paul Society 416-825-3833
Out of the Cold Program Bill Slattery: 416-580-8450
ST. BRIGID'S SCHOOL
Principal:
David Hogan
Vice Principal: Anthony Pauk
Telephone:
416-393-5235
ST. PATRICK'S SCHOOL
Principal:
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Vice Principals: Alice Wong-Rettig,
John McCabe
Telephone:
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