Christ the King Sunday From the desk of Fr. Phil

Monday, Nov 25th Ferial

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Tuesday, Nov 26 Ferial

7:00PM – Mass – Julie McIntosh (Special Intention) Wednesday, Nov 27th Ferial

9.15AM – Mass Maria & Giacomo Cappilo Thursday, Nov 28th Ferial

7:00PM – Mass – Vic Mattiussi Friday, Nov 29th St. Cecilia

8:00AM – Mass Saturday, Nov 30th St. Andrew

8:45 AM – Rosary 9.15 AM – Mass 5:00 PM – Mass

What is the significance or meaning of Jesus' kingship for us? Kingship today seems antiquated, especially in democratic societies where everyone is treated equal and free. God at first did not want to give his people Israel a king. Why? Because God alone was their King and they needed no other. Nonetheless, God relented and promised his people that through David's line he would establish a kingship that would last for eternity (Psalm 89:29). The Jews understood that the Messiah would come as king to establish God's reign for them. They wanted a king who would free them from tyranny and from foreign domination. Many had high hopes that Jesus would be the Messiah king. Little did they understand what kind of kingship Jesus claimed to have. Jesus came to conquer hearts and souls for an imperishable kingdom, rather than to conquer perishable lands and entitlements. When Satan tempted Jesus during his forty day fast in the wilderness, he offered Jesus all the kingdoms of the world (Matthew 4:8-9) Jesus knew that the world was in Satan's power. And this was precisely why Jesus came – to overthrow Satan's power and rulership over the earth. Jesus knew that the way to victory was through submission to his Father's will and through the sacrificial offering of his life upon the cross for the sins of the world. As Jesus was dying on the cross, he was mocked for his claim to kingship. Nonetheless, he died not only as King of the Jews, but as King of the nations as well. His victory over the power of sin, Satan, and the world, was accomplished through his death on the cross and his resurrection. Jesus exchanged a throne of glory for a cross of shame to restore us from slavery to sin to glory with God as his adopted sons and daughters. In the Book of Revelations Jesus is called King of kings and Lord and lords (Revelations 19:16). Do we recognize Jesus Christ as our King and Lord? The scriptures present us with the choice between two kingdoms – the kingdom of light and the kingdom of darkness. The choice is ours to make voluntarily. Which kingdom do you serve - the world that passes away or God's kingdom which endures for all time? God's kingdom remains forever because it is built on the foundation of God's eternal love and justice. To accept Jesus as Lord and King is to become a citizen of an everlasting kingdom which is governed by righteousness, peace, truth, and love. Many thanks to all those involved in the concert last Friday evening. I will write about it next week.

Annual Tree blessing & Lighting/Evening with Santa Sat Dec 7th, after the 5pm Mass. Day of Reconciliation: Dec 11, 10am to 12am, 2 pm to 4 pm & 7pm to 9pm Christmas Decorating of the Church – Sun, Dec 22. 2pm – 4 pm

December 7th is our celebration of the tree blessing and lighting and our evening with Santa. Please, if you can, bring a shoe box sized package with school supplies and children’s hygiene products to be shipped overseas by Dr. Simone. Thank-you!

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Advent Wreath

First Sunday in Advent: November 30/December 1st. We begin the ‘A’ cycle in the Liturgical Year today. If you would like to light the candles on the Advent Wreath this year, please sign your name and phone number on the sheet in the vestibule.

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First Reconciliation Enrolment Celebration: On the weekend of November 30 and December 1, the children who are preparing for First Reconciliation and First Communion will be presented with Crosses at the 5pm, 10pm and 12 noon Mass. This is a lovely opportunity for our community to acknowledge the families who are preparing their children for these two foundational Sacraments.

Vocation Seeds

Celebration of First Reconciliation: Children celebrating the Sacrament of Reconciliation for the first time are asked to join us on Saturday, November 30 from 10:00 to 11:00 am or Wednesday, December 4 from 7:00 to 8:00 pm in the Church. This gathering is only for those children and their families who have been preparing for the Sacrament of Reconciliation this fall. Congratulations to all the families for their dedication to this all important Sacrament. Resettlement Committee RESETTLEMENT COMMITTEE: The final total of proceeds from our recent Bazaar totaled $4805.56. Again we offer our thanks to all who helped to raise this money for our Resettlement Program. As you are aware this money is used to sponsor refugee families. It is a tradition that St. Dominic’s has happily supported for more than 30 years. “Bazaar Raffle prize unclaimed Bernadette Mendosa please contact the church with your ticket or if you know this person please have her contact the church. Thank you” Parish Social Ministry CHRISTMAS CARING AND SHARING Our Christmas outreach, co-sponsored by Parish Social Ministry and St. Vincent de Paul Society, has begun. Information regarding our Caring and Sharing families is posted on the north wall of the hall downstairs. Sign up early, don't miss a chance to help. Many families are struggling in these difficult times. What a wonderful opportunity to live and celebrate the social message of the Gospel - to care for those in need the vulnerable in our midst. Volunteers for the packing and delivering on Saturday, December 21 are asked to leave their names for the Caring and Sharing Team at the parish office 905- 278-7762.

“Jesus, remember me when you come into your Kingdom.” Can you lead others to make this request of our Lord and King? Give your life to Jesus and others are sure to hear, “Truly I tell you, today you will be with me in Paradise.” If God is calling you, contact Fr. Hansoo Park 416-968-0997 email [email protected] www.vocationstoronto.ca Sunday Missals 2014

Sunday Missals are available at the Parish Office. The cost is $5 per Missal. Come and pick up a copy.

ST. DOMINIC’S SENIORS Our Seniors group meet regularly on Tuesday afternoons at 1pm. All are welcome.

For the Sick:

VISITING THE SICK Visits to our sick and homebound parishioners are easily arranged. Call the parish office at 905-278-7762 and leave a message for Bev Carpenter. One of our Ministers of Care will be assigned to visit weekly.

We pray for all the sick in our community.

LET US PRAY

Society of St. Vincent de Paul Have you ever given thought that the change in your pocket or purse may go to help feed a baby, clothe a child, buy a toy, heat an apartment, supply a bed, move a family, fill a prescription, the list of needs grows longer. Please support St. Vincent de Paul through the parish, POOR BOX, THANK YOU. Advent Retreat for Seniors Where: Queen of Apostles Renewal Centre, Mississauga On: Thursday, December 5th from 9am to 4pm. Preached by the Centre Team. Coffee, tea and muffins on arrival and a hot lunch served at noon. Mass will conclude the day, Call 905-278-5229. Offering $ 20.00.

WEEKLY OFFERINGS Weekend of Nov 17th, 2013 Offertory Collection: $ 5595.60 Other Collection: $ 7174.90 Many thanks for your generosity Fr.Phil