November 13th was World Kindness Day. Let us reflect on the ways that acts of kindness whether large or small can make a difference in our family, workplace, school and parish communities, and the world. We are invited to consider how God calls each one of us to be kind and compassionate to each other as members of God’s loving family.
Today is the 32nd Sunday of Ordinary Time. Deacon Gordon from St. Mark’s Parish shared a powerful homily during Mass this morning. If you missed it, you are invited to view it using the link below.
What is God calling you to do today? How can you serve him?
LINK: St. Mark Parish – November 10, 2024 – 9:00am Sunday ... Continue reading "Weekly Update: November 11-15, 2024"
This week is Treaties Recognition Week. We reflect on the importance of treaties (binding agreements, or promises) and increase awareness of the treaty relationships between Indigenous and non-Indigenous communities in Ontario.
We celebrate the contributions of Indigenous Peoples to the development of Canada. Indigenous peoples were the first stewards of the land, waters and resources. Indigenous Peoples offered assistance to the ... Continue reading "Weekly Update: November 4-8, 2024"
The month of November will soon be upon us. Throughout this month, we will be reflecting on the virtue of justice: justice in our lives, in our communities, and all around the world.
On November 1st, we will celebrate the Feast of All Saints, or All Saints Day. On this day we celebrate all the saints of the people of God. ... Continue reading "Weekly Update: October 28th to November 1st"
I hope you enjoyed this weekend, having time as a family to observe the changing colours of leaves, while enjoying the warmer weather and preparing to welcome the cooler temperatures.
O God of Creation,
You have blessed us with the changing of the seasons.
As we embrace the autumn months, May the earlier setting of the sun ... Continue reading "Weekly Update: October 21-25, 2024"
Happy Thanksgiving! I hope you enjoyed this special time with family and friends.
Let us take time to give thanks for all that our compassionate God has given us.
Father in Heaven, Creator of all and source of all goodness and love, Look kindly upon us and receive our heartfelt gratitude in this time of thanksgiving. Thank you for ... Continue reading "Weekly Update: October 14-18, 2024"
