OCTOBER 18, 2015 ____________________________________________________________________________________________
TWENTY-NINTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME In the kingdom of God established by Jesus, there is no place for domination or any exercise of power over others. James and John think that the Roman political structures are going to be replicated when Jesus comes into His glory, thus they put in a bid for leadership positions as a favor from Jesus. They do not realize that Jesus’ way is not that of entitlement or privilege. It has more to do with enduring the sufferings associated with commitment to one’s mission, and with setting others free to be their best selves. Like James and John we too can easily lose sight of the liberating vision of the gospel and get caught up in destructive power struggles.
FEASTS THIS WEEK Monday Tuesday Friday Saturday
St. Paul of the Cross, Priest, Optional Memorial St. Hedwig, Religious, St. Margaret Mary Alacoque, Virgin, Optional Memorials St. John of Capistrano, Priest, Optional Memorial St. Anthony Mary Claret, Bishop, Optional Memorial
Sanctuary Candle Intentions Special intentions: Francisco Da Silva, Rangalla Family, Mary Sebastianpillai. For the souls of : Mrs. Umeliana Misquita, Souls in Purgatory.
DOCTRINAL CORNER Q: Why do we light votive candles? A: When we light candles before a statue of Jesus, Mary or of saints we do not honor the statue or the image itself, but whom that statue or image represents. The light signifies our prayer offered in faith coming into the light of God.
Bible Timeline Study Saint Francis Xavier Parish is pleased to announce the launching if its bible study program “The Great Adventure Bible Study” starting Wednesday, Nov. 11th, at the parish hall. A great way to know God’s word through the scriptures that is life changing.
Confirmation Parent Meeting On Tuesday, November 3, 2015 at 7:00pm in Church, is the meeting for the parents of all children who are being confirmed. This includes children attending public schools, private Schools, special schools, in other grades or homeschooled. This meeting is to obtain necessary information and to pick up the Registration Forms. All parents’ attendance is mandatory.
BLOOD DONOR CLINIC Week of Oct. 26th The Knights of Columbus will be hosting a Canadian Blood Services blood donor clinic at the Heartland Blood Donor clinic 785 Britannia Rd W (NW corner of Mavis and Britannia) during the week of October 26th 2015. Members of the Knights of Columbus will be at the back of the church, after weekend Masses, to assist those who wish to sign-up to donate. CLINC DATES:
CLINIC TIMES
Monday, Oct 26th, 2015
@ 6PM
Tuesday, Oct 27th, 2015
@ 6PM
Thursday, Oct 29th, 2015
@ 6PM
Wednesday, Oct 28th, 2015
@ 11:30AM
Friday, Oct 30th, 2015
@ 11:30AM
Saturday, Oct 31st, 2015
@ 9AM
OCTOBER 18, 2015 ____________________________________________________________________________________________
Christmas Craft and Bake Sale
FAQ: Who will be asked to contribute? Being an inclusive parish, all parishioners will be encouraged to participate in the campaign. Each parishioner will be asked to prayerfully consider a sacrificial, meaningful and proportionate gift. Through a personal visit, you will have the opportunity to discuss and ask questions before making one of your most significant contributions to the parish. “Fundraising is the gentle art of teaching the joy of giving” – Henry Rosso Special thanks to those who took the time to speak with representatives of our Parish Finance Council. All parishioners are welcome to contact us with further questions or comments by leaving your contact information at the parish office.
Divine Renewal Retreat An Advent Divine Renewal Retreat will be held on Saturday, Oct. 24th from 10am to 6pm at St. Francis Xavier Parish to be conducted by Fr. Joby Kachappilly of the Divine Retreat Centre Toronto.
The Loving Hands (CWL affiliated) will be holding a Christmas Craft and Bake Sale on Sunday, November 8, before and after the 9 a.m., 10:30 a.m. 12 noon and 1:30 p.m. Masses. Beautiful handcrafted jewelry, bags, hats, scarves, home-made pickles, baked goods and many other items will be on sale. Proceeds of the sale go towards purchasing materials which will be used to handcraft gifts for our brothers and sisters who are in physical, spiritual, or psychological need of warmth, love and comfort. Come, buy a gift for your loved ones and, at the same time, give your love and comfort to the babies, children and seniors this Christmas.
MASS INTENTIONS Monday, Oct. 19 Tuesday, Oct. 20 Wednesday, Oct. 21
8:00am 7:00pm 8:00am Noon 8:00am 7:00pm
Cost is $20.00 each (lunch included). Tickets available at the parish office. For registration and information, please contact the parish office or
[email protected]
Life Teen Who: Grades 9-12 When: Saturdays (bi-weekly) 6-9 p.m. (From Oct. 24, 2015) Where: St. Francis Xavier Upper Hall What: Life Teen is a youth ministry program that challenges teens to live out their faith in their everyday life while developing a personal relationship with Christ. Kickoff “Illuminate: Glow Game Night” on October 24th at 6-9 pm. --------------------------------Register online at www.sfxyouthministry.com. ---------------------------------
Thursday, Oct. 22 Friday, Oct. 23 Sat., Oct. 24 Sunday, Oct. 25
8:00am Noon 8:00am 7:00pm 9:00am 5:00pm 8:00am 9:00am 10:30am Noon 1:30pm 7:00pm
+ Francisco Fernandes + Mathew Rodrigues + Ana Josefa Fernandes + Hilary Vaz + Maura Torrepalma Intentions - Joseph Bauzon + Doris D’Mello + Lucas Pangantihon + Amelia Vergara + Domenico & Sam D’Attilo + Raine Theresa Eugene + Clyde Wendel John + Deceased in Noronha Family + Danilo Taliman + Bertalia Pereira + Florence Vaz + Crispulo Bagui + Mark Mendoza + Blanca Ines Peres-Soria + Kurt Geiser + Diwakar Kulkarni + Arduino Collazuol + Faustino Ibanez + Thomas Ferreira Intentions - Maikel Michriky Pro Populo + Remedios Santos Thanksgiving - Don Arzadon + Cyprian Aranha + Flory Desouza + Deceased in the Pais & Rodrigues Families + Honorio Sr. & Fidela Caramancion
