Interested in Becoming a Catholic?

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 hope and prayer is that when God calls them, they will respond. Becoming a Catholic is a process. This process is called the RCIA.  The RCIA, which stands for Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults, is a process through which non-baptized men and women enter the Catholic Church. It includes several stages marked by study, prayer and rites at Mass. Participants in the RCIA are known as catechumens. They undergo a process of conversion as they study the Gospel, profess faith in Jesus and the Catholic Church, and receive the sacraments of baptism, confirmation and Holy Eucharist. The RCIA process follows the ancient practice of the Church and was restored by the Second Vatican Council as the normal way adults prepare for baptism.

If you know of anyone who would be interested in the Catholic faith, please ask them to contact the Parish office, our classes will be starting soon. 

May 12, 2013 – THE ASCENSION OF OUR LORD

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 energy upon the earth, the energy of the Holy Spirit. The first reading describes the ascension of Jesus, His promise to send the Holy Spirit, and His command to His apostles to bear witness to Him. The second reading teaches us that God revealed His might in the resurrection and ascension of Jesus and His exaltation over the angelic forces. He remains accessible to us and we too will ascend to heaven provided we live according to His ideals. Today’s gospel tells us that, with His return to the Father, Jesus completes His mission on earth. We are given a glimpse of what life will be like in heaven and this prospect of sharing that glory should be the driving force in our lives.

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 Garcia Zalava.

9:30am ET / 7:00am PT (English)
4:00pm ET / 1:00pm PT (French)
3:00am ET / 12:00am PT (Italian)

Sunday, May 12

See more broadcast times at: saltandlighttv.org/schedule

Nothing More Beautiful

"There is nothing more beautiful than to be surprised by the Gospel, by the encounter with Christ. There is nothing more beautiful than to know Him and to speak to others of our friendship with him." - Pope Benedict XVI

Those words from Pope Benedict XVI are the inspiration for Nothing More Beautiful. An initiative of the Archdiocese of Edmonton, Nothing More Beautiful is a series of catechesis and witness talks that aims to renew the faithful's relationship with Christ.

Saturday, May 11, 9pm & 1am ET / 6pm & 10pm PT
Wednesday, May 15, 8pm & 12am ET / 5pm & 9pm PT
Thursday, May 16, 1pm ET / 10am PT

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Vatican Connections

Ever wonder what goes on behind Vatican walls? Tune in for a weekly look at what's happening at the centre of the church. We bring a look at the week's headlines, tell you who got a new job and where, and give you a sneak peak at the treasures that Rome and the Vatican have to offer.

Friday, May 17, 8pm ET / 12am PT
Saturday, May 18, 11:30am ET / 8:30am PT

Watch this program online every week at: saltandlighttv.org/vaticanconnections

Solemn Eucharistic Adoration with Cardinal Collins

Friday, May 10, 2013 – 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

St. Michael’s Cathedral, 65 Bond St., Toronto

His Eminence, Thomas Cardinal Collins, and the Office of Catholic Youth invite all to join the young adults and youth of the Archdiocese of Toronto for solemn Eucharistic Adoration. A professional choir will offer chant for a portion of adoration and His Eminence will provide a brief reflection. The sacrament of reconciliation will also be made available for the duration. A social for the young adults and youth of the Archdiocese will follow at the St. Michael’s Cathedral parish hall from 8:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.

For more information, contact the Office of Catholic Youth at 416-599-7676 or youth@ocytoronto.org