Our Lady of Sorrows Church 3055 Bloor St W Toronto ON M8X 1C6 Tel: 416 231 6016 Fax: 416 231 1924 Email:
[email protected] Website: www.sorrows.ca Office Hours: M-F 9:30am-4pm, Sat. 9:30am-6:15pm, Sun. 9am-2pm Music Director: Gordon D. Mansell, M. Mus Ministries and Groups Altar Server, Altar Society; Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion; Lector Ministry; Liturgy of the Word with Children; Ministry with Maturing Adults; Ministers of Hospitality; Music Ministry; Refugee Resettlement Group; Religious Education for Children; Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults (RCIA); Rosary Group; Sacramental Preparation; Social Committee; Society of St. Vincent de Paul
Pastor: Fr. Nino Cavoto Mass Schedule Weekdays (Monday-Saturday): 9:00am Sunday Vigil: Saturday at 5:15pm Sunday: 8:00am, 9:30am*, 11:00am, 12:30pm *Liturgy of the Word with Children (ages 4-10 yrs.)
Reconciliation Saturday 4:00pm-5:00pm
“But about that day or hour no one knows, neither the Angels in heaven,
Sacrament of Baptism By appointment only. Call the office for details. Sacrament of Marriage Contact the office one year in advance. You must be a registered parishioner, attending this parish. Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults (RCIA) Contact the office for details.
nor the Son, but only the Father.” ~ Mark 13.32
Our Lady of Sorrows School 32 Montgomery Rd. 416 393 5246 Archdiocese of Toronto www.archtoronto.org 416 934 0606 Catholic Cemeteries and Funeral Services www.catholic-cemeteries.com 416 733 8544
Thirty-Third Sunday in Ordinary Time
Thirty-Third Sunday in Ordinary Time YOUTH & FAMILY OLS PARISH ADVENT FAMILY EVENT Bring your children/grandchildren and join your parish family in learning more about this beautiful first season of the church year through craft activities. Drop in on Sunday, Nov. 25, 10:30am-2:00pm in the Parish Hall. Free-will offerings welcome - proceeds to ShareLife. Presented by our Liturgy of the Word with Children. Let us know if you can join us. Email
[email protected] or
[email protected] by Wednesday, Nov. 21 to ensure we have enough supplies available. ………………………………………………………… Calling all Young Singers! We welcome new members to our Youth (gr. 3-6) and Chamber (gr. 7-12) choirs. If you would like to join, contact Annemarie Parente-Manion at
[email protected]. Choir practice is on Thursdays: 4-5pm (Youth Choir) and 5-6pm (Chamber Choir) in the parish hall. The choirs sing on alternating Sundays at the 9:30am Mass. ………………………………………………………… Liturgy of the Word with Children: Sundays, 9:30am Mass. We welcome parishioners ages 4-10 years. The children will process as a group to the hall after the opening hymn. ………………………………………………………… OLS Parish Financial Report available upon request from the ushers/parish office.
ARCHDIOCESAN ANNOUNCEMENTS
Congratulations to our Serra Award Recipients! (L-R): Jordan, Gregory, Sam & Christopher with Bishop Boissonneau and Lucy Sabada, OLS Altar Server Coordinator
Five “Marks” of the Catholic Family - Are Catholic families supposed to be different? What would that difference look like? We invite parents to visit www.teachingcatholickids.com and read the article by Dr. Gregory Popcak. November is “Make a Will” month. Have you considered remembering our parish in your will? The Church is where we experience many important moments in our lives. A bequest is a beautiful way to express your faith and gratitude for a lifetime of blessings – a lasting legacy of love that will help the Church continue with its many ministries. When making your will, please consider a bequest to our parish. For more information, please call the parish office or the Development Office of the Archdiocese at 416 -934-3411, ext. 519 or visit www.archtoronto.org/development.
Vocations: If we dare to trust God with our lives, great things happen. Give God your total self for, when the end of times comes, the wise and those who work for justice will shine forever. Dedicate your life to furthering the reign of God. If you feel God may be calling you to be a priest, religious or deacon in His Church, call Fr. Chris Lemieux, Vocation Director, Archdiocese of Toronto 416 968 0997 or email
[email protected]. Visit www.vocationstoronto.ca. ……………………………………………………………………
Catholic Media & the World Day of the Poor – Sunday, Nov. 18. To commemorate World Day of the Poor, Catholic media throughout the Archdiocese of Toronto have partnered to draw greater attention to this important occasion in the life of the church. Please join us in prayer and outreach as the global church lifts its collective voice to support the poor among us. To learn more visit: www.archtoronto.org/dayofpoor. ……………………………………………………………………
Red Wednesday - Join Aid to Church in Need for a prayer vigil with Cardinal Thomas Collins on Wednesday, Nov. 21 at 6:30pm, St. Michael’s Cathedral Basilica. Stand in solidarity with 200 million persecuted Christians worldwide, alongside other faith minorities, who suffer unjustly for their peaceful-held beliefs.
November 18, 2018 PARISH EVENTS Special Collection THIS WEEKEND – Nov. 17/18. The mission of The Shepherds’ Trust is to raise awareness and funds so that elderly priests are provided with sufficient financial resources to lead a dignified life. Thank you for your generosity. ………………………………………………………… OLS St. Vincent de Paul Adopt a Family - During the year our volunteers serve people who struggle to afford life’s necessities. For these families, Christmas gifts for the children and a festive meal are impossible. You can change this by adopting a family and sharing your Christmas spirit. Contact
[email protected] or call 647 770 4805 by December 1st. Tax Receipts Available.
Monsignor Robert Nusca will be presenting a talk about his new book “The Christ of the Apocalypse: Contemplating the Faces of Jesus in the Book of Revelation” on Wednesday, Nov. 28, 7-9pm, in the parish hall at OLS church. The Apocalypse of John is a “Revelation of Jesus Christ” (Rev 1:1) and is a fact too often overlooked by interpreters of this last book of the Bible. Msgr. Nusca proposes that, beyond predictions of earthquakes & falling stars, St. John articulates from start to finish a multifaceted and compelling portrait of Jesus Christ. Free event. All are invited. (Light refreshments).
Sunday Evening Vespers with Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament at Our Lady of Sorrows Church. Everyone is invited to an evening of prayer and music on the first Sunday of Advent, Dec. 2nd at 5pm. Pot luck dinner. Bring something to share. Coffee & tea provided by the parish. COMMUNITY EVENTS Caroling in the Kingsway Saturday, Nov. 24, 1:30p.m., Our Lady of Sorrows Church. Everyone is invited to this yearly Christmas concert. Free-will offering with proceeds going to the Out of the Cold program. This event is presented through the generosity of the Kingsway BIA Merchants. For info call 416 239 8243. ……………………………………………….. Power of the Pen - Sunday, Nov. 25, 2-3:30pm, Bloordale United Church. Everyone is invited to this event featuring speakers who have demonstrated, in diverse and constructive ways, the power of writing. Tickets $10. Call 416 622 5274 for details. Visit www.bloordale.ca ……………………………………………….. Advent Retreat: Renew & Rejoice! - Saturday, Dec. 1, St. Benedicts’ Parish. The Catholic Moms’ Group is hosting an Advent Retreat for Catholic Moms. Retreat fee of $40 includes breakfast and lunch. To register, visit www.catholicmomsgroup.com or call 416 907 1042 for more information. ……………………………………………….. Celebrating Humane Vitae at 50: Reflections on Life and Love for a new Generation - Saturday, Dec. 1, 9:30am-3:00pm, St. Augustine’s Seminary. Cost $50 (lunch included). Visit www.staugustines.on.ca
Everyone is invited to a Christmas Concert presented by Communion and Liberation Choir. Saturday, Dec. 8, 7:30pm at Our Lady of Sorrows Church. The concert is free of charge. Charitable donations accepted at the door. Join Fr. Martin on a 10 day Tour – Pilgrimage (Oct. 18-27, 2019) to England, France, Spain and Portugal and cruise aboard the Royal Caribbean Cruise Line. If you book before Dec 1st, total cost is $3850 (includes all taxes and tips). Email
[email protected].
November 19 - November 25 Monday 9am Allen Hirst by Margaret & family Tuesday 9am Mary Ellen Ryan by family Wednesday 9am Edmond Myall by OLS school staff Thursday 9am Conchita Baldemor by Basilisa Baldemor Friday 9am Ismael Caceres by daughter Saturday 9am Marian Gorski by family 5:15pm Mary & Frank Ferkul by Anne Pohole Sunday 8am Connie Broden by family 9:30am Maria Medal by Medal family 11:00am for the needs of our parish and parishioners 12:30pm Marie Bertolo by Theresa
