Lent is the yearly celebration by the Church of its corporate conversion in Jesus Christ. During Lent, the liturgy prepares catechumens to celebrate the Paschal Mystery by the various stages of Christian initiation. It also prepares the faithful for Easter as they recall their baptism and do penance in preparation for the greatest Feast of the year.
Lent has two major purposes : I recalls or prepares for baptism, and emphasizes a spirit of penance. Through forty days of closer attention to God's Word and of more fervent prayer, believers are prepared to celebrate the Paschal Mystery.
We will continue our practice of tying ribbons onto the bare branches in the church - each time we Pray, Fast, or Give. In this way our Lenten disciplines will be connected to our Sunday Worship - and our celebration of the great feast of Easter.
With the addition of the Electronic Bulletin Board in the Gathering Space - I feel I have been focusing on keeping that board up to date for the last little while - and neglecting my Blog.
Exciting things have been happening the past few weeks! We are starting our first ever March Break - Mini Holydays camp this year - Registration is Saturday Morning - February 9th at 10 AM.
We are also working on our Tax receipts and should have them mailed out shortly.
Coming up: A Care Giver Retreat!
“Jesus said to them, come away to a deserted place and rest awhile.” Mark 6:31
You are Invited to
a Retreat for Caregivers
If you are an at-home caregiver or you care for others in various settings including visiting the sick and elderly in our parish, you will know the challenges and fatigue that can set in.
Supporting others can be exhausting. You are invited to care for yourself and attend a brief retreat for caregivers.
Please join us on Tuesday February 19th for a time of self-care. We will gather at 10:30 a.m. and conclude at 2:00 p.m. A simple lunch will be provided. To assist with preparations registration is requested. Please call the parish office or email caecker@archtoronto.org
Peace
