St. Francis Xavier Church

Interested in Becoming a Catholic?

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God works in many different ways. Most of the time, God works through ordinary people and events: a parent, a friend, a beautiful sunset… Other times, we hear God’s call during crisis moments or major-life-changes: a birth, an engagement, a sickness, a death, or sometimes we just have a feeling that something is missing. No matter what the reasons are for becoming a Catholic, the Church’s

May 12, 2013 – THE ASCENSION OF OUR LORD

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Today’s readings describe the ascension of our Lord into His heavenly glory after promising to send the Holy Spirit and commanding the apostles to bear witness to Him through their lives and preaching throughout the world. But the ascended Jesus is still with us as He promised, “I am with you always, yes until the end of time.” He is with us at all times and in all places, releasing a new

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Papal Mass with Canonizations and Regina Caeli in St. Peter's Square On Sunday, May 12, 2013, join Salt + Light for coverage of Pope Francis' first canonization mass, which will take place in St. Peter's Square. Pope Francis will preside at the canonizations of Blessed Antonio Primaldo and companions; Blessed Laura di Santa Caterina da Siena Montoya y Upegui; and Blessed Maria Guadalupe

Cardinal Collins Pastoral Letter on Gaming, Gambling & Casinos – April 27/28, 2013

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As numerous municipalities throughout the Archdiocese of Toronto consider the development of a large scale casino, Cardinal Collins has prepared a pastoral letter to the catholic community on gaming, gambling & casinos. Copies are being distributed this weekend. The archdiocese has also prepared a website: www.archtoronto.org/gaming with additional resources, questions for reflection and

Office of Vocations - Good Shepherd Sunday

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On this Good Shepherd Sunday we celebrate the World Day of Prayer for Vocations. Pray for an increase in vocations to the priesthood, diaconate, and religious life, especially for our diocese, that God will raise up good shepherds in our midst. If God is calling you, contact Fr. Hansoo Park at 416-968-0997 email: vocations@vocations.ca website: www.vocationstoronto.ca

Extraordinary Ministers of Communion Workshop: The Gracious Gift of God’s Presence

2013-04-13T00:00:00.000-04:00

Gather with Extraordinary Ministers of Communion to reflect on the spirituality of this ministry. Through our sharing in this sacred meal, we partake of the very life of God and we are changed through this communion. How does the Extraordinary Minister of Communion enable the assembly to enter more fully into our celebration of Eucharist and receive Christ’s Body and Blood? This workshop

April 7th, 2013 – 2nd SUNDAY OF EASTER (DIVINE MERCY SUNDAY)

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Today’s readings speak of God’s infinite mercy, the necessity to have a trusting faith and the need for the forgiveness of sins. The first reading, taken from the Acts of the Apostles, explains how the Risen Lord continued to show His Divine Mercy through the healing and preaching ministry of His apostles in the early Church. The second reading, from the Books of Revelation, encourages

March 31, 2013 – EASTER SUNDAY

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Easter is the greatest and the most important feast in the Church for three reasons: 1. The resurrection of Christ is the basis of our Christian faith. As St. Paul says, “If Christ had not been raised, then our preaching would be in vain, and your faith would be in vain.” (1 Cor. 15:14). The resurrection is a sign of Christ’s divinity. Among the

Holy Week Schedule 2013

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Holy Week Schedule Easter Sunday Evening 8am, 9am, 10:30am, Noon, 1:30pm & 3pm (Extra Mass) No 7.00pm Mass!

PALM SUNDAY / PASSION SUNDAY

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Today is both Palm Sunday and Passion Sunday because we see contrasting moments of glory and suffering – the royal welcome given to Jesus by the people and the drama of his unjust trial culminating in his death by crucifixion. Holy Week challenges us to remember and relive the events which brought about our redemption, to gratefully appreciate the price Jesus paid for our salvation and to

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Restless Heart

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Wednesday, March 20, 2013 at 7:00PM Cineplex Cinemas – Coliseum Mississauga – 309 Rathburn Road Must Pre-purchase tickets $10 (No tickets sold at Cinema) Sponsored by St. Francis Xavier Church

Extraordinary Ministers of Communion Workshop:

2013-03-09T00:00:00.000-05:00

The Gracious Gift of God’s Presence Gather with Extraordinary Ministers of Communion to reflect on the spirituality of this ministry. Through our sharing in this sacred meal, we partake of the very life of God and we are changed through this communion. How does the Extraordinary Minister of Communion enable the assembly to enter more fully into our celebration of Eucharist and receive

A Tribute to Pope Benedict XVI

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A special website by the Archdiocese of Toronto >>click here to view

Second Sunday of Lent

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February 24, 2013 – Second Sunday of Lent The season of Lent began on Ash Wednesday and runs until Holy Thursday night. Lent has a twofold character. It serves as a time for the immediate preparation of the catechumens and candidates who will be fully initiated into the Church at the Easter Vigil when they celebrate the sacraments of initiation (Baptism, Confirmation and the

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Pope Benedict XVI’s announced retirement “Since his election in 2005, Pope Benedict has led the universal church with wisdom and holiness, offering to all the clear and loving message of the Gospel, and offering to each of us as well the personal example of a devoted disciple of Jesus exercising the mission of the Apostle Peter as a true servant of the servants of God. This is a time in

Lenten Message from the Office:

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Lent is the season for hope. As the problems of today shout in our faces, the hope for tomorrow is limited only by our heart’s capacity to persevere through life’s challenges. This Lenten Season may I ask you to prepare people to focus on Prayer, Fasting and Alms giving so that they may look forward to meet the Risen Jesus. May you also encourage people to take up Deeksha (sacrifice) for 40

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CWL Fund Raiser Dinner & Dance

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The CWL is hosting their 13th fund raiser dinner and dance on Friday, February 8, 2013. You are invited to enjoy this evening amidst nostalgic music. Cost: $30 per adult. Contact: Bernice Mascarenhas at 905 564 0979 or Charmaine Alweyn at 905 565 0749. Tickets will be on sale after Masses on weekends of Jan 19Th /20th , Jan 26th /27th and Feb 2/3.

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Feast of the Presentation of Our Lord - Saturday, February 2 at 5pm The Tradition of blessing candles during this Mass can be traced back to the Fifth Century and it reminds us that Jesus is the Light to all Nations. By having blessed candles in our homes, we too are reminded that Jesus is our light which we are to share with other people. If you have a special candle that you would

2013-01-19T00:00:00.000-05:00

(BLD) – We’re Starting a Prayer Group! In this Year of Faith, we’re happy to announce that a new charismatic prayer group, ‘Open in Spirit to God’, has been formed here at St. Francis Xavier! All are welcome to join and be part of an outpouring of the Holy Spirit in our parish – Come experience a new joy in knowing the Lord deeply. Our first prayer meeting will take place on

January 13, 2013 – BAPTISM OF THE LORD

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Today the Church celebrates the Solemnity of the Baptism of Our Lord. This brings to an end the season of Christmas. The Church recalls Our Lord's second manifestation or epiphany which occurred on the occasion of His baptism in the Jordan. Jesus descended into the River to sanctify its waters and to give them the power to beget sons of God. The event takes on the importance of a second

EPIPHANY OF THE LORD

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December 30, 2012 – FEAST OF THE HOLY FAMILY

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Today is the feast of the Holy Family. The primary purpose of the Church in instituting and promoting this feast is to present the Holy Family as the model and exemplar of all Christian families. Let us pray that we may emulate their holiness in our own family. Say a prayer dedicating your family to the Holy Family. Pray also for all families and for our country to uphold the sanctity of the

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Christmas Season Mass Schedule Christmas Eve Monday, 24 Dec. 6pm, 8pm, 10pm & Midnight Christmas Day Tuesday, 25 Dec. 9am, 10:30am, Noon & 1:30pm (No 8am and 7pm Masses) Wednesday, 26 Dec. to Sunday, 30 Dec. Regular Mass times. New Year’s Eve Vigil of Mary the Mother of God Monday, 31 Dec. 5pm & 7:30pm New Year’