St. Clare of Assisi Parish
Twenty-seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time
October 5, 2008
Have no anxiety at all, but in everything,
by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving,
make your requests known to God.
— Philippians 4:6
WE WELCOME INTO OUR CHRISTIAN FAMILY
Matteo Giuseppe Amoruso– son of Massimo & Maria
Sophia Calderan – daughter of Tony & Diana
Julian Joseph Chiefalo – son of Pasquale & Christina
Giulian Matteo Di Battista – son Giulio & Siglia
Anthony Francesco Di Muzio – son of Remo & Maria Rosa
Madelyn Grace D’Sa – daughter of Steven & Vini
Jackson Johnny William Douglas – son of Gary & Lisa
Isabella Olivia Fidani – daughter of Rinaldo Jason & Janis Marie
Emily Lauren Natale – daughter of Andrea & Lisa
Chiara Nina Paniccia – daughter of Antonio & Patrizia
Matteo Perfetti – son of Marco & Gloria
Vittoria Madison Serapiglia – daughter of Steven & Josie
Joseph Edward Suddes – son of Paul & Rosa
Alec Anton Zelek – son of Stanley & Marina
May God bless and guide these little ones through the faith and example
of their parents, godparents and family.
Canadians will go to the polls on Tuesday, October 14, 2008 to elect a federal government. As Catholics, it is important that we all take part in this democratic process and exercise our voting privileges on election day. At the same time, we invite our family of faith to learn more about their local candidates, party platforms and how they will impact our community. The thread of faith is woven through all that we do. In this way, it is our responsibility to reflect on the positions of our politicians in the context of our faith. Where do they stand on issues of life, care for the marginalized, health care and social programs that strengthen our communities? It's up to each one of us to learn more about these and other important issues. We encourage you to utilize the resources at the Archdiocese site to assist you in the discernment process. An informed, educated electorate is critical to selecting our government leaders, those that will shape policy and legislation for years to come. Visit: www.archtoronto.org
St. Clare of Assisi Parish
Twenty-seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time
October 5, 2008
MEDITATION: Join us again this Wed at 8:00pm, at St Clare of Assisi Parish Room 3 downstairs. This week’s reflection is about the importance of the contemplative dimension of our faith. “One of the tensions that runs through the history of Christianity is a tension between the active and contemplative modalities. One of the tragedies of modern Christianity is that the tension has become so slack. Every Christian is called to live the contemplative dimension of the Christ-vision. Every Christian, in other words, is called to deep ‘consciousness’ of what it means to be created by God, of what it means to be redeemed by Jesus, of what it means to be a temple of the Holy Spirit. If our life is rooted in Christ, rooted in His Love and the conscious knowledge of His love, our action will always spring from and be informed and shaped by that love. Indeed the more active we are, the more important it is that our action springs from and is grounded in contemplation. And contemplation means deep, silent communion; knowing who we are by being who we are. That we are rooted and founded in Christ, the Resurrection of God, this is Christian self-knowledge” John Main - The way of Unknowing. Hope to see you there.
HMWN RADIO MARIA – The Year of St. Paul – The Catholic radio station HMWN this falls continues with its series of monthly talks known as “The Christian Agora.” The presentations will focus on “The Year of St. Paul.”
Oct 18, 2008 @ 10am, speaker: Fr. Francis Carpinelli – Topic: St. Paul Man of Worship
Nov 8, 2008 @ 10am, speaker: Most Reverend Peter Hundt (Auxiliary Bishop of Toronto)
Topic: Lessons for Everyone from the Life & Ministry of St. Paul
Dec 13, 2008 @ 10am, speaker Prof. Luigi Pautasso – Topic: Born of Woman (Gal4:4) The Earliest Marian Testimony in the New Testament. All lectures are held at Radio Maria located at 1247 Lawrence Ave West, Toronto. For more information call Radio Maria at (416) 245-0200 or email at info@hmwn.net
The Staff and Students of St. Joseph’s College School invite you to celebrate the acquisition of our school building on Sunday, October 26, 2008, 1:30pm Mass at St. Basil’s Church (50 St. Joseph Street) 3:00pm afternoon Tea – Tickets $15.00 at the school – 74 Wellesley Street West., Toronto RSVP by October 14th 416-393-5514.
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS -The Knights have initiated a Knight of the Month where we recognize one of our members for the exceptional work they have done. September Knight of the Month is Silvio Loiero for his outstanding work as the primary driving force behind the Wine and Food Fair. Thank you Silvio. Family Knight of the Month. The knights have also initiated a program to recognize a member of the a family with Knight membership as the family of the month. The winner for August is David Filice. The Knights initiative on Fatherhood has a new feature called Fathers for Good Web site (www.fathersforgood.org). Please visit the site for some wonderful ideas to achieving personal happiness. In October there will be a concentrated effort for new members to the Knights of Columbus. Membership; Consider becoming a Knight – contact Brother Ralph; sales55@comda.com or call 905-653-9431
JOE DI PALMA FOUNDATION: Please join us at The Venetian Banquet Hall on Thursday, November 6, 2008 for an evening of gourmet food and world-class entertainment. The Joe Di Palma Brain Tumor & Pediatrics Foundation was established in honor of Joe, my brother, who passed away days before his 36th birthday. Joe was diagnosed with a Brain Tumor, after suffering an unexpected seizure one day. We were devastated to learn it was incurable and inoperable. All proceeds from the Gala will go to The Gerry & Nancy Pencer Brain Tumor Centre at PrincessMargaretHospital. For tickets or more information, please call Rita Amello @ (416) 708-1792, or visit our website http://www.joedipalmafoundation.com/ If you are a business owner and would like to make a donation (product and/or services) for our Silent Auction, it would be greatly appreciated
IS GOD CALLING YOU??“ All those present ate their fill.” Are you called to help the Lord feed His people with the truth of His gospel as a priest, deacon or in the consecrated life? If you feel God is calling you to a Church vocation, call Fr. Liborio 416-968-0997, or email: vocations@vocations.ca Visit website: http://www.vocationstoronto.ca/ .
WEEKLY COLLECTION Weekend of Sept 28, 2008 Bishop’s Fund: $4,124.66
772 Envelopes (Average $12.00) $8,937.16
Building Fund $5,510.00 Total: $14,447.16
THANK YOU FOR YOUR GENEROSITY!!
