Lazarus
The Gospel for the Fifth Sunday of Lent invites us into one of the most powerful and hope-filled moments in Scripture, the raising of Lazarus. It is more than a miracle, it is a living proclamation that Jesus is the Lord of life, the One who steps into our darkness and calls us into the light.
Mary and Martha’s grief is raw and real. Their words, “Lord, if you had been here…” echo the cries of our own hearts when life feels unfair, when prayers seem unanswered, when hope feels distant. Jesus does not turn away from their pain, He draws near, He weeps with them. In that moment, we see the heart of God. God who is not indifferent to our suffering, but who enters it with compassion and love.
Then comes the turning point. Standing before the tomb, Jesus declares, “I am the Resurrection and the Life.” These are not just words for the end of time; they are a promise for today. Wherever there is despair, He brings hope, wherever there is brokenness, He brings healing, wherever there is death-in our hearts, our relationships, our dreams-He brings life.
Lent is a journey of transformation, and this Gospel challenges us to ask: What are the “tombs” in my life? What stones need to be rolled away? Perhaps it is the weight of fear, the chains of sin, the silence of a prayer we’ve stopped praying. Like Lazarus, we may feel bound and unable to move forward, but Jesus calls us by name, and His voice carries the power to set us free.
So, as we approach Holy Week, this story becomes a beacon of hope. It reminds us that the God who weeps with us is also the God who speaks life into the impossible. The question He asked Martha: “Do you believe this?” is the same question He asks us now. When we dare to answer “Yes,” we step into a life where even death does not have the final word.
The question is: do we really believe Jesus is the resurrection and the life, especially as we are living in the midst of modern society? What should we do to get out of our tombs, unwrap our fears, and walk in the light of God’s love?
Fr. Aegidius Warsito SCJ
Easter Lilies – Parish Fundraiser
Honour and remember your deceased loved ones this Easter by sponsoring beautiful Easter lilies that will decorate our church altar during our Easter celebrations. Parishioners are invited to participate in this special fundraiser by picking up an Easter Lilies envelope available at the church entrances. Write the name(s) of your deceased loved ones to be remembered. Select the size and type of flower you would like to sponsor. Return the envelope with your donation by placing it together with your Sunday offertory envelopes in the collection basket. Your generous support will help decorate the church for Easter while prayerfully remembering those who have gone before us. Thank you for helping make our church beautiful for Easter.
Youth Volleyball Match
Saturday, March 28 from 3:00 to 4:00 p.m.
We invite all the youth (from grades 6 to 12) to participate in the Youth for Christ Volleyball Match on Sat., Mar. 28 from 3:00 to 4:00 p.m. at the parish. Come play, have fun, and be inspired by the word: ‘But as for you, be strong and do not give up, for your work will be rewarded.’ (2 Chronicles 15:7). Bring your friends! See you!
Good Friday Collection
Friday, April 3, 2026
The Good Friday collection (on Fri., Apr. 3) is taken at the request of the Holy See in support of the many social, educational and parish projects of the Church throughout the Holy Land as well as the upkeep of the Holy Sites. Please give generously at the parish, or at www.commissariat.ca (support us tab).
Tax Receipts - St. Vincent de Paul Society
The tax receipts for your donations to our St. Vincent de Paul Society are ready to be picked up in the parish office. If you wish your tax receipt to be mailed, please call the office.
Prayers for the Sick
We are praying for those who are sick in our parish: Chett & Enza S., Ruth McDoom, Marina & Amrita Baburam, Sylvie Tilly, Olivyn Angeles, Teresita Beltran Mendoza and Sam Zomparelli. May they be supported by our prayers, pastoral ministry and the grace of God.
SHARELIFE 2026
ShareLife Celebrates 50 Years
ShareLife Sunday is this weekend
Today is ShareLife Sunday. Special collections will be taking place this weekend, March 22. 2026 marks 50 years since Archbishop Philip Pocock made a bold and compassionate decision that would shape our community for generations: the founding of ShareLife. Building on a legacy of charitable giving in the Archdiocese of Toronto that stretches back to 1927, Archbishop Pocock launched ShareLife in 1976—an appeal rooted in the belief that every life matters, at all stages.
Today, his vision lives on through more than 40 ShareLife-funded agencies providing unconditional care to people in need—regardless of religion, background or circumstance and through people like you who make their work happen.
Please give at the parish using a ShareLife envelope, online through at sharelife.org/donate.
Help Not Harm: Support Bill C-218
You are invited to visit HelpNotHarmCanada.ca to respectfully contact your federal Member of Parliament, urging them to support Bill C-218 (The Right to Recover Act). This legislation would amend the Criminal Code to ensure that Medical Assistance in Dying (MAiD) is not extended to individuals who have mental illness. Without this amendment, MAiD will be available for mental illness alone beginning in March 2027. A vote is expected to take place mid-April 2026. Visit HelpNotHarmCanada.ca today and ask your MP to support Bill C-218.
Mass Intentions for March 21 – 28, 2026
Saturday 5:00 p.m.
Intentions of the Rodrigues family
Sunday 8:00 a.m.
+Katarina Palumbo, requested by M. Palumbo
Sunday 10:00 a.m.
+Rufo Odina, requested by the Odina-Yap family
Sunday 12:00 noon
Intentions of the Parish Community
Sunday 8:00 p.m.
Intentions of the Marin family
Monday 7:15 a.m.
Intentions of Marie Fernando
Tuesday 7:15 a.m.
Intentions of Jordan, Jaden and Joshua Rey
Tuesda 7:00 p.m.
+Mark Tanel, requested by the family
+Manuel Agrela, requested by the family
+Armando Quiazon, requested by the family
+Braulio Alcantara, requested by the family
+Albert and Wendy Chaves, requested by the D’Mello family
+Frank Greto & June Regan, requested by the Corsini family
+Normita Quiminano
In thanksgiving, George Nicholas
Wednesday 7:15 a.m.
+Pierre Kayumba, Beatrice Kamaraba, Joanne Mukhigiro & Richard Ndayizeye, requested by the family
Wednesday 7:00 p.m.
Intentions of Aaron Francis
Thursday 7:15 a.m.
Intentions of the Dessailly family
Thursday 7:00 p.m.
+Souls in Purgatory, especially members of FOSS
+Francesco Balan, requested by Nelia
+Raymond
+Jude Abelgas, requested by the Ramos family
+Normita Quiminiano
+Tirso & Elizabeth Manadero, requested by G. Mantes
Intentions of the Ramos family
Friday 7:15 a.m.
+Pablo Chia Sr., requested by the family
Friday 7:00 p.m.
Intentions of Keith Francis
Saturday 9:00 a.m.
Intentions of Lisa Francis
