“THE MORE YOU HONOR ME, THE MORE I WILL BLESS YOU”
LET US GIVE THANKS TO THE LORD!!!!
Meditation: What can adversity teach us about the
blessing of thanksgiving and the healing power of
love and mercy? The Book of Proverbs states: A
friend loves at all times; and a brother is born for
adversity (Proverbs 17:17). When adversity strikes
you find out who truly is your brother, sister, and
friend. The Gospel records an unusual encounter between two peoples who had been divided for centuries. The Jews and Samaritans had no dealings with
one another even though Samaria was located in the
central part of Judea. Both peoples were openly hostile whenever their paths crossed. In this Gospel narrative we see one rare exception - a Samaritan leper in
company with nine Jewish lepers. Sometimes adversity forces people to drop their
barriers or to forget their prejudices. When this band of Jewish and Samaritan
lepers saw Jesus they made a bold request. They didn't ask for healing, but instead
asked for mercy.
The word mercy literally means "sorrowful at heart". But mercy is something more than compassion, or heartfelt sorrow at another's misfortune. Compassion empathizes with the sufferer. But mercy goes further - it removes suffering. A
merciful person shares in another's misfortune and suffering as if it were his or her
own. And such a person will do everything in his or her power to dispel that misery.
So what is the significance of these ten lepers asking for mercy? They
know they are in need of healing, not just physical, but spiritual healing as well.
They approach Jesus with contrition and faith because they believe that he can
release the burden of guilt and suffering and make restoration of body and soul
possible. Their request for mercy is both a plea for pardon and release from suffering. Jesus gives mercy to all who ask with faith and contrition.
Why did only one leper out of ten return to show gratitude? Gratefulness, another word which expresses gratitude of heart and a thankful disposition, is
related to grace - which means the release of loveliness. Gratitude is the homage
of the heart which responds with graciousness in expressing an act of thanksgiving. The Samaritan approached Jesus reverently and gave praise to God.
If we do not recognize and appreciate the mercy and help shown to us
we will be ungrateful and unkind towards others. Ingratitude is forgetfulness or a
poor return for kindness received. Ingratitude easily leads to lack of charity and
intolerance towards others, as well as to other vices, such as complaining, grumbling, discontentment, pride, and presumption. How often have we been ungrateful
to our parents, pastors, teachers, and neighbors? Do you express gratitude to God
for his abundant help and mercy towards you and are you gracious, kind, and merciful towards your neighbor in their time of need and support?
cy
"Lord Jesus, may I never fail to recognize your loving kindness and merto-
October 10 — 15, 2016
Monday: October 10,
9:15 am— Block Rosary Crusade Thanksgiving Mass.
Tuesday, October 11
9:15 am—+ Isaac Bulos
7:15 pm—
Wednesday, October 12
7:15 pm—Multiple Intentions
Thursday, October 13
7:15 pm - + Dominic Da Silva
Friday, October 14
9:15 am— + Lamberto Chichioco
Saturday, October 15
8:30 am + Benjamin Samuel Ariarajah
5:00 pm + Rudolf Kumprey
Sunday, October 16
8:30 am— POP Community
10:00 am— +Gracie & Alex D’Souza
11:30 am + Alejandro De Victoria
MASS ATTENDANCE COUNT
Will take place at Prince of Peace
Church the weekends of October 15/16
and 22/23.
CONGRATULATIONS!
October 8, 2016
Roseller Lagrimas/Jean Ong
wards me. Fill my heart with compassion and thanksgiving, and free me from ingratitude and discontentment. Help me to count my blessings with a grateful heart
and to give thanks in all circumstances."
Let us pray!
For those who are sick members of
our parish and those who love and
minister to them
Thank You For Your Generosity!
Last Sunday Collection: $ 10,375.15
Miscellaneous: $ 2,622.15
28th SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
PRAYER GROUP - DVD PRESENTATION
Come join the prayer group for a DVD presentation on the
Divine Mercy in the Second Greatest Story Ever Told by Fr.
Michael Gaitley, MIC. Episode 3: “The Suffering Servant”
will take place on Thursday, October 13 at 8:00 pm in the
Church hall.
PROJECT RACHEL
Let God show you his love. Are you still hurting from an abortion experience? We can help. A weekend retreat for women whose hearts have
been broken by abortion is scheduled for October 28-30, 2016. Call 416629-8264 or email: [email protected]. Project Rachel—
private and confidential. “The Lord has revealed to the nations his saving
power”. Psalm 98.
BOWLING FOR FELLOWSHIP
The Knights of Columbus is organizing a ‘Bowling for fellowship’ event
on 20th November at Markham Bowl, 5762 Hwy # 7. Cost is $15 per player, includes rental bowling shoes, admission and snacks. Non players cost
is $5, includes admission and snacks. Admission is on ‘first come, first
serve basis. For registration, please contact Gordon Alias: 416-299-1259
or Denis Mascarenhas: 416-627-5431.
LOOKING AHEAD SEMINAR
Christ the King Cemetery will be hosting a Looking Ahead Seminar on Saturday, October 22nd at 10:00 am. For further details, please call: 905-4710121 to RSVP.
A public meeting has been scheduled for October 19, 2016 at 7:00
pm at Prince of Peace Catholic School regarding a Pupil Accommodation
Review of schools which includes Prince of Peace, St. Rene Goupil and
The Divine Infant Catholic Schools. Details about the review will also be
posted on the Board website at https://www.tcdsb.org/Board/
PlanningandFacilities/PlanningServices/SARC/Pages/default.aspx.
All parishioners are welcome.
VOCATION CORNER……
How has Jesus touched you and made you whole? In gratitude, ask Him
how He would like you to respond. Could Jesus be calling you to follow
VOTIVE LAMPS
(Week of October 9 – 15, 2016)
1. Mass intentions for all the souls in purgatory, especially for deceased
members of friends of the suffering souls.
2. In loving memory of my mother Teresa Li Mei Kein. Prayers offered
by Alice & family.
3. For the souls of Luisa de Guzman Daroya, Isabel Liwanag De Guzman, Erlinda Daroya Escobilla. Offered by Mario & Mary Garcia.
4. For the repose of the soul of Pearl Nanayakkara, mother of
OCTOBER 9, 2016
FIRST HOLY COMMUNION
RITE OF ENROLMENT
Sunday, October 16 at 10:00 am:
11:30 am and 1:00 pm
CONFIRMATION
RITE OF ENROLMENT
Sunday, October 23 at 10:00 am;
COME AND SEE WEEKEND
St. Augustine’s Seminary are hosting a
Come & See weekend for men 18 years
and older from Friday November 4 at 7
pm to Sunday, November 6 at 3:30 pm.
This weekend offers a way for men to
discern a possible call to priesthood at
the seminary. For more information,
please call: 416-968-0997 or email: voca-
PLANNING TO BE A CAHOLIC TEACHER
It is critical that to be hired to teach in any
Catholic school board in Ontario, as part
of your application for employment, there
must be a letter of reference from your
pastor. If you (or your adult child) is planning to apply to teach in a Catholic
school, it is highly recommended, you
contact the pastor early in the process
WOMEN’S FALL AND ACTS
RETREAT WEEKENDS
Fall retreat will be held at Queen of Apostles Renewal Centre in Mississauga, October 21-23. Theme for retreat will be
THE ROAD TO GOD IS MERCY.
The ACTS retreat based on adoration,
community, theology and service will be
held from Thursday, October 27 to Sunday, October 30.
For information or registration call: 905-