4th Sunday in Ordinary Time 2nd Annual Soup Day!

This Sunday, January 29 (after all of the Masses)

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Sunday, January 29th First Communion Parent Meeting

Thurs., Feb. 2nd at 7:30 pm Or Sun., Feb. 5th at 2:00 pm Parents of children who have registered at OLS Parish for First Communion are reminded of their commitment to attend a Parent Preparation Meeting for First Communion. Please attend the meeting which best suits your schedule. Reminder: meeting is for parents only.

OLS Youth Ministry is hosting its 2nd annual parish soup day this weekend! All parishioners are invited to come and warm up with a hot bowl of homemade soup and a roll for $3 and help support St. Gregorys Orphanage in India. On the menu: three different soups, made from scratch: chicken noodle, minestrone, and butternut squash.

Confirmation Enrolment Ceremony

A reminder for all candidates who have registered at OLS parish for Confirmation: Each candidate for Confirmation is to compose a one page letter, addressed to Fr. Nino Cavoto, (as the Pastor) expressing why he or she wants to be Confirmed. This letter will be presented to the Priest at either the Saturday evening Mass or any of the Sunday Masses next weekend: Feb. 4th or 5th. Fr. Nino Celebrates his 35 Anniversary of Priesthood! Fr. Nino was ordained on April 16th, 1977. In order to share in his celebration, the parish is planning a dinner on the evening of Friday, April 13th. Pencil this date in your calendar. Details of location and ticket sales will follow in upcoming bulletins.
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Vatican Choir Rehearsal

OLS is on its way to the Vatican. Pilgrims and singers are invited to take this Pilgrimage. The first rehearsal of the OLS Vatican Choir will be Saturday morning, Feb. 11, 8:30 - 10:00. Rehearsals will be every two weeks. If you are interested in singing in this unique choir, please email Gordon Mansell for a special information package. gdmansell@sympatico.ca

Mass Intentions This Week

January 30th February 5th
Please join us as we pray for the following, in our Announced Mass Intentions

Mon.:(9 am) Tues.:(9 am) Wed.:(9 am) Thurs.:(9 am) Fri.:( 9 am) Sat.:(9 am)
(5:15pm)

+June Howden
Mary Kotze & Mary Teresa Goodwin

+D.L. Leslie Ken & Barbara Morgan Eleanor Cira Marjorie Feheley +Bert Simpson Allen Family +Frances Paula Andreoli
Andreoli Family +Fr. Peter Botman OLS Friends

Sun.:(8 am)
( 9:30 am) (11:00 am) (12:30 pm)

For Our Parish & Parishioners +Stanley Cybulko Family Irene Cybulko +Mary Lucey The McCarthy Family +Isabelle MacKintosh Mary Lou +Jozeph Pizon Daughter

O. L. S. Youth Ministry Presents: Who is Jesus? A three-part investigation of the basic Christological question: 'who is Jesus?' All youth are invited to attend. (7:30-9:30 pm) Part II - The Christological Process - Tues., Feb. 28th Join us in the church hall to investigate the early churchs reflection on the religious significance of Jesus within the Gospel and dogmatic traditions. Part III A Contemporary Account of Sin and
Salvation Wed., Mar. 21st

Lunch Time Organ Concert Series

Wednesdays at 12:15 pm - Free Feb. 1 Feb. 8th
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- Organist: Peter Bishop - Organist: Mark Himmelman

Join us in the church to explore the relationship between sin and soteriology or redemption, both in its traditional form and in an updated fashion, drawing on the work of Canadian philosopher and theologian Bernard Lonergan's 'Law of the Cross.'

4th Sunday in Ordinary Time World Day of Prayer for Consecrated Life
This Thursday, Feb. 2nd, we rejoice and celebrate this day of prayer. Over the years, many men and women have chosen to live out their baptismal vocation by professing the evangelical counsels of poverty, chastity, and obedience. They do this by joining a religious congregation, a secular institute, or through private vows. We pray for these people and ask God to bless our Church with others who will dedicate their lives to Gods service. All are welcome to a special Mass: This weekend: Sunday, Jan. 29th at 3:00 pm St. Pauls Basilica Come and celebrate with and pray for, these men and women religious who are such a vital and important part of the life and ministry of the Church in our Archdiocese.

Sunday, January 29th Important C.W.L. Meeting

This Tues., Jan. 31st after the 9:00 am Mass All CWL members are encouraged to attend this important meeting to discuss & vote on the future of our Council. Guest Speaker: Archdiocesan President - Mary Hawkley. Refreshments will be served.

Vendors Wanted!
Michael Power St. Joseph H.S. Is Seeking Vendors for the fair portion of their Mother Daughter Wellness Tea Artisans, crafters and hobbyists are wanted to set up Vendor Booths on March 6th at 6:30 pm. Contact Liz Petrini at MPSJ for information at 416-393-5529 ext. 6042.

Vocation Seeds
Pray to know how God wants to use your talents and abilities. Could it be He is calling you to consider priesthood, religious life or deaconate? If God is calling you to a Church vocation, call Fr. Hansoo at 416-968-0997 or email: vocations@vocations.ca

Lift Jesus Higher Rally

Give Thanks, Be Healed, Restore Your Hope! Sat., March 3rd 9 am 5:30 pm Metro Toronto Convention Ctr. (North Bldg.) The 20th Annual Catholic Renewal Ministries offers an Uplifting Day with: Powerful Talks; Videos from Missions; Eucharistic Healing Procession; Divine Mercy Celebration; and High Mass with Archbishop Collins. Cost: $19 Separate Youth Rally for Teens! Join us for a high energy day with music, skits, talks and testimonies. Cost: $10 For Tickets / Information: 416-251-4255 or pdkromer@rogers.com www.lift-jesus-higher-rally.org Faith Connections

`Come & See` Weekend

The Love of Christ urges us on to radically respond to His call to follow Him wholeheartedly. Jesus is inviting you to spend time with Him so that you may discover His call. Feb. 3rd 5th at St. Augustine`s Seminary There will be an opportunity for young men of 18 years or older to spend a weekend with time for prayer, reflection and information on the process of becoming one of Christ`s disciples through the Catholic priesthood.

Theology On Tap
Mon., Jan. 30th at 7:00 pm Duke of York Pub (39 Prince Arthur) Young adults (19-39) are invited to a social evening of thought-provoking discussion on Religion and Public Policy with guest The Very Rev. Lois M. Wilson, CC, retired Senator and first female moderator of the United Church of Canada. Munchies provided, cash bar, come and bring a friend! Call 416-467-2645 for more information.

New Beginnings
This faith based ministry serving those who have suffered the loss of a loved one through death, separation or divorce. We are starting a support group at Nativity of Our Lord Parish. If you are looking for hope and spiritual encouragement after such a loss, please join us: Monday, Feb. 6th at 7:00 pm at Nativity of Our Lord Parish (480 Rathburn). Pre-registration not necessary. Call Deacon James: 416-921-1163 x 2227 for more information.