God’s Invitation
This Sunday’s readings invite us to rest in the truth that God’s love is both deeply personal and profoundly communal. We hear of a God who rescues His people, not because they have earned it, but because His mercy overflows. In the Gospel, Jesus looks upon the crowds with compassion — not as a distant ruler, but as a shepherd who knows His sheep by name.
He then calls His disciples to share in His mission: to heal, to restore, to proclaim that the Kingdom of Heaven is near. This is not a call reserved for the perfect or the powerful, but for ordinary people willing to be vessels of extraordinary grace. The work is not ours alone — it is God’s work through us.
In our daily lives, the “crowds” we are called to serve may not be literal multitudes, but they are all around us: the colleague who feels unseen, the neighbour who is struggling silently, the friend who carries hidden burdens, or the lonely, the weary, the overlooked. To follow Jesus’ example is to notice them, to approach them with gentleness, and to offer what we can: a listening ear, a word of encouragement, a helping hand. It means trusting that even when we feel inadequate, God equips us for the mission He entrusts to us.
This week, perhaps we can carry this question into prayer: Where is God inviting me to be His hands, His voice and His heart today? And as we reflect, we can trust that the same God who called fishermen and tax collectors two thousand years ago is still calling us — not because we are ready, but because His love is ready to work through us. Fr. Aegidius Warsito, SCJ
Annual Parish Picnic
Join us in celebrating the feast day of our parish patron saint, St. Thomas More, at our annual Parish Picnic to be held on Sat., Jun. 20th from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. There will be games, family fun, prizes, music, face painting and food! Also, we would be most grateful for any donations of fruit!
Newly Ordained Deacons
The Archdiocese of Toronto has announced that nine new Deacons have been ordained as Permanent Deacons by Bishop Vincent Nguyen. They are: Deacon Ian Chung, Deacon David Della Rossa, Deacon David Fischer, Deacon Mark McLeish, Deacon Scott McMaster, Deacon William Onuwa, Deacon Ernest Perera, Deacon Jess Perucho and Deacon Erik Spence. Please pray for them as they begin their new ministry!
Prayers for the Sick
We are praying for those who are sick in our parish: Estefanio Gacad, Nancy L., Nolita Marin, Ditruhshi Jayasinghe, Christobie Nicholas, Sheila Downs, Ruth McDoom, Amrita Baburam, Sylvie Tilley, Wilma Fernandes, Susan Jang, Rose Landines, Tina Lopes, Mary McKay and Ryan Soares. May they be supported by our prayers, pastoral ministry and the grace of God.
Upcoming Parish Events
Join us for the following parish events as we celebrate feast days and milestones:
- June 19th – 21st for the Triduum prayers for the Feast of St. Thomas More
- Monday, June 22nd – Feast Day of St. Thomas More
- Saturday, July 4th at 5:00 p.m. Mass for the celebration of the 60th anniversary of the Ordination of Rev. Fr. James Casper SCJ
- September 24th – October 3rd for the Novena of the Year of St. Francis
- Saturday, September 26th for the parish Annual Food Bazaar
- Sunday, October 4th is the Feast Day of St. Francis
The Legion of Mary Pilgrim Statue
The Pilgrim Virgin Statue is a blessed replica of our Blessed Mother which is offered by the Legion of Mary to parishioners who wish to create a prayerful, sanctifying space where family and friends are encouraged to pray the Rosary and mediate on its mysteries. Please call the parish office (416-439-1545) if you are interested in having the Pilgrim Virgin Statue in your home
Mass Intentions for June 13 – 20, 2026
Saturday 5:00 p.m.
In thanksgiving, the Rey family
Sunday 8:00 a.m.
+Yusuf Patel, requested by the family
Sunday 10:00 a.m.
+Luis Pereira, requested by the family
Sunday 12:00 p.m.
Intentions of the Parish Community
Sunday 8:00 p.m.
+John and Susan Chou, requested by the family
Monday 7:15 a.m.
+Eddie, Kathleen and Eamon Dobbin, requested by the Corsini family
Tuesday 7:15 a.m.
In thanksgiving for all graces received, Lucienne Nelson
Tuesday 7:00 p.m.
+Winston Poblete, requested by the family
+Ofelia Lim, requested by the family
+Gnanapragasam Veluppillai, requested by the family
+Badora Giri, requested by the family
+Rosario Vicente, requested by the family
+Deceased members of the James and Xavier families, requested by the families
Intentions of Minora Coulinho
In thanksgiving, James and Xavier families
Wednesday 7:15 a.m.
Intentions of Stephen Marin and family
Wednesday 7:00 p.m.
In Honour of the Sacred Heart of Jesus
Thursday 7:15 a.m.
Intentions of Nancy and Sharon
Thursday 7:00 p.m.
+Jose Solis, requested by the family
+Gregorio Huvilla, requested by the family
+Regina Constantine, requested by Joseph
+Danilo R. Arzadon Jr., requested by M. Samonte
+Marty Lyne, requested by the Esmilla family
+Rosario, Florencio, Corazon and Fe Pena, requested by the family
In thanksgiving, Jaeson Miranda
In thanksgiving, Jojo Miranda
Intentions of Elva
Intentions of Ann McKell and Glen McFarland
Friday 7:15 a.m.
+Larry, Louise & Leonie Alphonso and Amarino & Lazarine D’Souza, requested by the family
Friday 7:00 p.m.
+Camilla Palumbo, requested by M. Palumbo
Saturday 9:00 a.m.
+Eldrew & Elena Pereira, requested by the family
Refugee Centre of the Faithful Companions of Jesus
The Faithful Companions of Jesus Refugee Centre provides free services for undocumented persons and precarious migrants. The Centre is open each Monday for walk-in clients and from Tuesday to Friday is open for appointments. The Centre is located at 208 Oakwood Avenue and their website is: https://www.fcjrefugeecentre.org/
