This Sunday, the Church celebrates the day of Jesus’ Ascension into heaven. The Solemnity of the Ascension is not about Jesus leaving us behind, but about Him drawing us deeper into His life and mission. After His Resurrection, Jesus spent forty days with His disciples, teaching, encouraging and preparing them. In a moment both awe-inspiring and bittersweet, He was “lifted up” before their eyes.
At first glance, the Ascension might feel like an ending. In truth, it is a beginning. Jesus’ return to the Father is the completion of His earthly mission and the opening of a new chapter for His followers. He promises, “You will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes upon you, and you will be my witnesses… to the ends of the earth.” The Ascension is the bridge between the Resurrection and Pentecost, and it shifts the disciples from being mere learners to becoming bold witnesses.
For us today, the message is the same: Jesus’ physical absence is not a loss, but an invitation. He is now present in a new way: through the Spirit, in the sacraments, in the Word and in the community of believers. His Ascension reminds us that our faith is not meant to be static, but it is a mission to carry His love into every corner of the world.
As we await Pentecost, we are called to live in that “upper room” spirit—rooted in prayer, united in hope and ready to be sent. The Ascension is not about looking up to the sky in longing, but about looking around us with purpose.
Let us pray: Lord Jesus, as You ascended to the Father, You entrusted us with Your mission. Fill us with the hope of Your promise and the courage of the Spirit, so that we may be Your witnesses in word and deed, until You come again in glory. Amen.
Fr. Aegidius Warsito, SCJ
Coffee Sunday
Sunday, May 24th after morning Masses
Come and enjoy a beverage and treats (hosted by our Serviam Group) on Sun., May 24th after all morning Masses. Meet other parishioners and members of some of our groups in the parish! We would love to see you!
Celebrating Motherhood
The most important person on earth is a mother. She cannot claim the honour of having built Notre Dame Cathedral. She need not. She has built something more magnificent than any cathedral: a dwelling for an immortal soul, the tiny perfection of her baby’s body. The angels have not been blessed with such grace. They cannot share in God’s creative miracle to bring new saints to Heaven. Only a human mother can. Mothers are closer to God the Creator than any other creature; God joins forces with mothers in performing this act of creation. What on God’s earth is more glorious than this: to be a mother.
Venerable Joszef Cardinal Mindszenty (1982-1975)
Sunday, June 7 at 12:00 noon
All are welcome to join Cardinal Leo for the Corpus Christi Mass and Procession at St. Michael’s Cathedral Basilica on Sun., Jun. 7th. Mass begins at 12:00 noon followed by the Procession in the vicinity of the cathedral, the Solemn Benediction and fellowship.
Prayers for the Sick
We are praying for those who are sick in our parish: Nolita Marin, Ditruhshi Jayasinghe, Christobie Nicholas, Sheila Downs, Ruth McDoom, Amrita Baburam, Sylvie Tilley, Wilma Fernandes, Susan Jang, Rose Landina, Tina Lopes, Ryan Soares and Teresita Beltran, Mendoza. May they be supported by our prayers, pastoral ministry and the grace of God.
Pre-Planning Seminar
Saturday, June 13th at 9:00 a.m.
Planning ahead is one of the most thoughtful and compassionate decisions you can make for your family. Join us at Christ the King Catholic Cemetery (7770 Steeles Ave. E., entrance off Reesor Road) for an informative seminar designed to help you understand your options and make confident, faith-informed decisions. Learn about:
• Funeral and burial options
• Pre-planning to ease burden on loved ones
• Catholic teachings on cremation
• Flexible payment options
Register by email at christthekinginquiry@cc-fs.ca or at 905-471-0121.
Mass Intentions for May 16 – 23, 2026
Saturday 5:00 p.m.
+Generosa Domantay, requested by D. Uncad
Sunday 8:00 a.m.
+Rafaelle, Sebastiana and Maria Privitera and Mr. and Mrs. Kennedy, requested by the Privitera family
Sunday 10:00 a.m.
Intentions of Hannah Santos
Sunday 12:00 p.m.
Intentions of the Parish Community
Sunday 8:00 p.m.
+Sebastian Sylvester, requested by the family
Monday 7:15 a.m.
Intentions of Anthony and Sandra Panditharatne
Tuesday 7:15 a.m.
+Evarist D’Souza
Tuesday 7:00 p.m.
+Basil Benedict Jr., requested by R. Benedict
+Ofelia Lim, requested by family
+Harmond Lachlan De Juan, requested by the family
+Basil Benedict Jr.
+Lloyd Augustine, requested by the family
+Souls in Purgatory
+Daniel Olegasekaram, requested by the Bastianpillai family
+Mr. and Mrs. Manuelpillai, requested by the family
+Marino Salazar, requested by the family
In thanksgiving and intentions of the Bastianpillai family
Wednesday 7:15 a.m.
In thanksgiving, Czarick Marin
Wednesday 7:00 p.m.
+Khalil McDoom, requested by the family
Thursday 7:15 a.m.
+Sylvester D’Souza, requested by the Altar Society
Thursday 7:00 p.m.
+Mary Lavrisa, requested by P. Patel
+Theresa Murphy, requested by the Francis family
+Daniel Olegasekaram
+Eugenia M. Menezes Monserrate, requested by the family
Intentions of Aaron and Lynn Valladeres
Intentions of Daniel and Mansi D’Souza
In thanksgiving, Ann Niya
Intentions of the Bastianpillai family
Intentions of Anneshia Florence Pathinathan
Friday 7:15 a.m.
Intentions of the Dessailly family
Friday 7:00 p.m.
Intentions of Pat Patel
Saturday 9:00 a.m.
+Arthur Nalliah, requested by Martha
SHARELIFE 2026
Through ShareLife, you support human connection
On the 60th World Day of Social Communication, we are invited to pause and connect with each other. In this moment, one truth remains clear: the Church endures because of the strength and love of parishioners like you who through your donations support human connections across the world thereby making a difference in the lives of thousands of people.
The third ShareLife Sunday is May 31. Please give at the parish using a ShareLife envelope, or online through the parish or at sharelife.org/donate.
