January 8, 2017 - St. Brigid`s

EPIPHANY OF THE LORD / EPIFANIA DEL SIGNORE
EPIPHANY OF THE LORD / A
Today the Church celebrates the Solemnity of the
Epiphany. “The Lord and ruler is coming; kingship is his,
and government and power.” With these words the Church
proclaims that today's feast brings a perfect fulfillment to all
the purposes of Advent. Epiphany, therefore, marks the
liturgical zenith of the Advent-Christmas season.
The young Messiah is revealed as the light of the nations.
Yet, as the antiphon for the Magnificat at Second Vespers
reminds us, three mysteries are encompassed in this
solemnity: the adoration of the Christ Child by the Magi, the
Baptism of Christ and the wedding feast at Cana.
WORLD DAY OF MIGRANTS AND REFUGEES
The 103rd World Day of Migrants and Refugees will be
celebrated on Sunday, January 15, 2017. The theme
chosen by Pope Francis is “Minor migrants, vulnerable
and voiceless.” As Christians, we are called to reach out
to and pray for all migrants to emphasize the unity of the
human family and the values of acceptance, hospitality and
love of neighbour. The theme of this year’s Day is precisely
an effort to draw attention to the needs of those who are
most vulnerable. As is customary, Pope Francis will publish
a Pontifical Message to mark the occasion.
PRAYER & LIFE WORKSHOP 2017:
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 25th / RECTORY HALL
The Prayer and Life Workshop is a series of sessions
where a participant learns to pray with various, step by step
methods of deep prayer. At the same time, participants will
learn how to transform their lives with the help of the Word.
The sessions will take place weekly for 15 weeks and will
end with a one-day retreat after the 15th session. Each two
hour session will take place at the St. Brigid’s Rectory Hall.
The instruction is free; however, all materials are $15.
For more information, please visit: tovpil.ca/Ontario.
Pre-registration is now open! Please contact the Parish
office at: (416) 696-8660 / [email protected].
WORLD DAY FOR CONSECRATED LIFE
Special Mass on Sunday, January 29th at 3:00 pm at
St. Paul’s Basilica in Toronto
On Thursday, February 2, the Church celebrates the World
Day for Consecrated Life. In the Archdiocese of Toronto we
are blessed to have living and serving among us more than
900 religious men and women of 100 different religious
congregations. This World Day for Consecrated Life is a
wonderful opportunity for us to thank God for the gifts of
these religious sisters, brothers and priests and to pray for
God’s blessing upon them in their efforts to faithfully live the
evangelical counsels of poverty, chastity and obedience.
Bishop Wayne Kirkpatrick will preside at a special Mass on
Sunday, January 29 at 3:00 p.m. at St. Paul’s Basilica,
(83 Power Street) in celebration of the vocation and witness
of these special religious men and women who are such a
vital and important part of the life and ministry of the Church
in our Archdiocese. All are welcome to attend!
JANUARY 8, 2017
ST. BRIGID’S CHURCH PATRON SAINT
FEAST DAY CELEBRATIONS
TRIDUUM MASSES 2017: FEBRURAY 1st, 2nd, 3rd
Our annual Feast of St. Brigid ~ our Patron Saint will be
taking place this year. Please join us for our Triduum
Masses on Wednesday, February 1st, Thursday,
February 2nd, and Friday, February 3rd at 7:00 pm in
the Parish. We look forward to seeing you there!
ST. BRIGID AND
ST. CATHERINE OF SIENA
ANNUAL FEAST DAY
DINNER DANCE
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 4th, 2017
------------------------------- ★ ------------------------------COME CELEBRATE WITH US
AS WE MOVE TOWARDS THE CENTENNIAL!
Please join us for our St. Brigid’s and St. Catherine
of Siena Annual Feast Day Dinner Dance on Saturday,
February 4th, 2017. For the next three years we will be
moving towards our Church’s Centennial. This year we will
be celebrating the past life of St. Brigid’s Church. We look
forward to celebrating together along with your friends and
families. The festivities will take place in the Church Hall
starting at 6:00 pm following the 5:00 pm evening Mass.
Dinner will be served at 7:00 pm followed by dancing, door
prizes and much more!
The price for each ticket is: $55 for adults and $30 for
children 12 and under!
TICKETS ARE NOW AVAILABLE and will be sold after
each Mass or you can obtain your tickets at the parish
office ~ Monday to Friday ~ 9:30 am to 4:30 pm.
Please join us in this wonderful community celebration!
MARRIAGE SUNDAY ~ FEBRUARY 12th, 2017
ARE YOU CELEBRATING A MILESTONE
WEDDING ANNIVERSARY IN 2017?
At St. Brigid’s Parish we embrace the celebration and the
rite of marriage and in doing so, we ask all married couples,
celebrating a landmark anniversary in 2017, to join us on
Sunday, February 12th, at the 11:00 am Mass to honour
your commitment and love for each other with a special
blessing, along with your family and friends.
Immediately following the Mass you and your families are
invited to join us at the Church Hall for a mini-celebration
with light refreshments. If you would like to be a part of this
celebration, please register with the Parish office. Additional
details will be provided upon registration.
BISHOP WILLIAM TERRENCE McGRATTAN
APPOINTED TO CALGARY DIOCESE
On Wednesday, January 4th, His Holiness Pope Francis
accepted the resignation of the Most Reverend Frederick B.
EPIPHANY OF THE LORD / EPIFANIA DEL SIGNORE
JANUARY 8, 2017
Henry as Bishop of the Diocese of Calgary and has
appointed as his successor the Most Reverend William
Terrence McGrattan. At the time of his appointment, Bishop
McGrattan was Bishop of the Diocese of Peterborough.
Bishop Henry has been Bishop of Calgary for the past 19
years. We wish Bishop McGrattan all the very best as he
leads his new diocese in the direction of faith and peace.
Saturday, Jan. 7th ~ St. André Bessette
FOLLOW ST. BRIGID’S CHURCH ON TWITTER
Sunday, Jan. 8th ~ Epiphany of the Lord
Follow us on our new St. Brigid’s twitter feed:
@StBrigidsTO. The benefits of following us are that you
will receive parish news and updates immediately as well
as receiving information about our upcoming events.
You can also follow us on Facebook at: St. Brigid’s
Catholic Church as well as visiting our website at:
stbrigids.archtoronto.org.
9:00 a.m.
+Antonio Ruggiero, req. by Lucy & Rocco Colangelo
5:00 p.m.
+Jacqueline Le Blanc, req. by the Family
+Onofrio Capruso, req. by Maria Calo and Family
8:30 a.m.
+Therese Natusch, req. by Therese Tay and Family
9:30 a.m.
+Michelo & Carlo Doto, req. by the Doto Family
+Michelo & Rosario Visconti, req. by Rosa Visconti
+Virgilio Distasio, req. by the Family
+Joe Galea, req. by the Parish
+Maria Luisa Basile, req. by the Parish
11:00 a.m. +Rocco Luigi Cagna, req. by his sister Gilda Cornacchia
Monday, Jan. 9th ~ The Baptism of the Lord
12:00 p.m.
ST. BRIGID’S PARISH WEEKLY COLLECTION
The regular collection for the week ending on December
25th, 2016, which included the Christmas offering, was
$11,158.65. The regular collection for the week ending on
January 1st, 2017 was $2,658.35. Thank you for your
ongoing generosity and contribution. Please remember
St. Brigid’s Parish in your last will and testament. Don’t
forget to ask us about Pre-Authorized Giving (P.A.G.)!
EPIFANIA DEL SIGNORE / A
L’Epifania, che significa “manifestazione del Signore”, ha
sempre rivestito un particolare significato per i cristiani:
celebra e realizza l’incontro di Dio con l’uomo, è la festa
dell’amore gratuito con cui Dio ha raggiunto l’umanità. I
giudei sono tornati dall’esilio, Gerusalemme è stata
ricostruita, il tempio è risorto. Isaia prevede e annuncia (I
Lettura) i tempi messianici quando Gerusalemme, rivestita
di splendore, sarà posta al centro dell’universo. Tutte le
nazioni avanzeranno in corteo verso la città della luce e
della speranza. San Paolo, scrivendo agli Efesini, mette in
rilievo (II Lettura) la missione che gli è stata affidata:
annunciare al mondo il grande mistero, che cioè tutti i
popoli sono chiamati alla salvezza in Gesù Cristo. Questo
disegno di Dio ci riguarda da vicino: lavoriamo
intensamente perché il suo Regno si estenda al mondo
intero. Il Vangelo odierno racconta la venuta dei Magi a
Betlemme, guidati dalla stella. Essendo al corrente
dell’attesa di un salvatore da parte dei giudei, si sono messi
in cammino dalle loro terre lontane per raggiungere la
Giudea. La loro meta è Betlemme. Stando alle Scritture, è lì
che deve nascere il Messia.
COLLETTA SETTIMANALE
La colletta regolare della settimana 25 Dicembre 2016, che
includeva l'offerta di Natale e’ stata $11,158.65. La colletta
regolare della settimana 1 Gennaio 2017 e’ stata $2,658.35.
Grazie per la vostra contribuzione per aiutare alle spese della
chiesa. Dio vi recompense. Per favore, ricordate la nostra
parrocchia nel vostro testamento. Avete mai pensato che
la vostra parrochia puo’ essere “il terzo figlio della carità”
nel vostro testamento?
+Maria De Manche, req. by the Farrell Family
Tuesday, Jan. 10th
12:00 p.m. +Giuseppe Del Grande, req. by Lucia Del Grande
+Maria Lamanna, req. by the Family
7:00 p.m.
Memorial Mass: +Lorenza Acasio, req. by the Family
Wednesday, Jan. 11th
12:00 p.m. +Antonio Ruggiero, req. by Nunzia Ruggiero
+Pasquale Lamanna, req. by the Family
7:00 p.m.
Novena Mass – Our Lady of Perpetual Help
Thursday, Jan. 12th ~ St. Marguerite Bourgeoys
12:00 p.m. +Felicetta & Paolo Lobozzo, req. by Lucia Del Grande
Friday, Jan. 13th ~ St. Hilary
12:00 p.m. +Joseph Ruggiero, req. by Rocchina Ruggiero
Saturday, Jan. 14th
9:00 a.m.
+Antonio Ruggiero, req. by Onorino & Rocchina Ruggiero
5:00 p.m.
+Antonio Ruggiero, req. by Nunzia Ruggiero and Family
+Norine, Hilaire & John Comartin, req. by the Family
+Lorenza Acasio, req. by the Parish
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PRAYER TO ST. MARGUERITE BOURGEOYS
O Mother Bourgeoys, your compassionate power is ever increasing, show
us your way of Truth, Faith and Holiness. Make us humble enough to
abandon ourselves to the Will of God, generous enough to find in the
Cross the joy of the Loving Giver. May your fidelity to Jesus, in the Blessed
Sacrament, lead us ever nearer to this source of light and peace. May your
spirit of openness help us to be concerned for our brothers and sisters
throughout the world. Finally, may Our Lady of the Trinity, Father, Son and
Holy Spirit, bring us to this unity of eternal grace to which God has called
you for all eternity. Amen.
PREGHIERA PER IL NUOVO ANNO
Signore Gesù, ti ringraziamo per il dono di questo nuovo anno, che da
poco abbiamo iniziato a vivere nella speranza che possa essere per tutti
un anno di pace, giustizia e serenità. Signore, non siamo degni di meritare
così tanto dalla tua infinità bontà, che nulla fa mancare ai nostri passi
lungo il cammino quotidiano. Senza alcuna pretesa da parte nostra fa che
questo nuovo anno sia positivo per tutta l’umanità. A nessuno manchi il
cibo quotidiano, la famiglia, gli affetti e tutto ciò che è necessario per una
degna vita umana. Scompaiano dal mondo guerre, odi e violenze di
qualsiasi genere ed inizi un tempo di pace vera per tutta l’umanità,
garantendo a piccoli e grandi un percorso di vita vera senza ostacoli
di alcun genere. Non manchi, o Signore, a noi, tuoi figli, ciò che è
necessario per alimentare il nostro spirito e sull’esempio di Maria, Madre di
Dio, sappiamo custodire gelosamente, nel nostro cuore, ogni parola che
esce dalla tua bocca per la nostra santificazione O Dio d’amore e di
tenerezza infinita. Amen.