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St. Gabriel's Parish
News & Special Events
RCIA: It's Time to Become Catholic!
RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults) is for non-Catholic adults interested in becoming Catholic or in learning more about the Catholic faith in a friendly small group environment.
Please contact the parish office now or speak with one of our priests to learn more and to register. Our first meeting will be on October 15.
Blessing of Pets: Thurs, Oct 3 @ 6:30 pm
On Thursday, October 3, on the vigil of the feast of St. Francis of Assisi, we invite you, your pets, and your friends and neighbours with their pets to our annual Blessing of Pets at 6:30 pm in front of the church.
Please ensure that the pets you choose to bring will be safe and comfortable being around dozens of dogs, cats, unfamiliar humans, etc.
A Taste of Italy Fundraiser Gala: Oct 5 @ 5:30 pm
On Saturday, October 5, enjoy incredible Italian food, wine and entertainment as you dance the night away! For tickets and sponsorship opportunities, email stgabrielchurchevents@gmail.com.
Register for Confirmation: Deadline Oct 5
Praying for Vocations in October
Bishop Crosby has declared October to be Vocations Month in our diocese. Please pray for the men and women of our diocese who are discerning vocations to the priesthood, consecrated life, marriage, and the permanent diaconate. Mary, Our Lady of the Rosary and Mother of Vocations, pray for us!
October Rosary Devotions
Throughout October, come and pray the rosary together for vocations during Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament beginning at 6:00 pm on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, prior to the 6:30 pm Mass.
Fatima Night Procession: Sat, Oct 12 @ 6:30 pm
Please join us a candlelight procession with the rosary on Saturday, October 12, at 6:30 pm.
Parish Bulletin Prayer Corner
We maintain a list in our parish bulletin of the names of members of our parish community who need our prayers due to ill health, an operation, etc. If you have someone you would like the parish to pray for, please click here and fill out the online form.
Missing a Sacrament? We Can Help!
Are you an adult Catholic registered parishioner of St. Gabriel's Parish who has never received Confirmation and/or First Reconciliation (Confession) and First Communion? Do you want to get married at St. Gabriel's Church? Do you need a convalidation? Do you have one or more children who have not yet been baptized? Did you know that you can start preparing for your child's baptism even before your child's birth?
Please call or email the parish office now or speak with a priest after any Mass to get started.
Please click here for our latest parish bulletin, available in both English and Polish.
Youth Activities
Children's Liturgy (ages ~4-9)
English: during the 11:00 am Sunday Mass.
Polish (po polsku): during the 9:30 am Sunday Mass.
Teen Youth Group
Fridays, 7:15 - 9:00 pm in the parish hall, with frequent outings and other adventures.
Thursdays, 7:15 - 8:45 pm in the parish hall, or elsewhere for special events.
Altar Serving (grade 2 & up)
Join our ever-growing team of altar servers! Recruitment is year-round and monthly training is ongoing.
Please speak with a priest or visit the parish office to sign up.
Catechesis for Kids (ages ~5-8)
Family Holy Hour
Please join us for a child-friendly time of Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament every 3rd Tuesday of the month from 5:30 to 6:15 pm.
All are welcome!