St. Clement's Parish, Etobicoke
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2021 Easter BlessingsThe Lord has risen. Alleluia! He has risen indeed. Alleluia! This traditional Easter greeting breaks through the dark clouds of the Corona Pandemic. It reminds us that God is in charge. Through his Son, Jesus Christ, he brings life out...Friday, April 02, 2021 -
Sic Transit Gloria Mundi -A Palm Sunday ReflectionNormally, Palm Sunday Mass begins with the Commemoration of the Lord’s Entrance into Jerusalem. Palm branches are blessed, and then we join in a joyful procession around the church singing ... Hosanna to the Son of David. Blessed is...Thursday, March 25, 2021 -
The Great Cover UpTraditionally the fifth Sunday of Lent marked the beginning of Passiontide. From that point forward the Church watched and waited as the forces of evil pressed in on Jesus. The cross loomed on the horizon as Jesus resolutely set his...Thursday, March 18, 2021 -
Is There a "Back to Normal"People often ask me "When will we get back the normal again"? They look forward to a regular Mass schedule on Sundays and weekdays, with no restrictions on numbers and no reservations needed. They want the parish office...Friday, March 12, 2021 -
Walk the WayPraying the Stations of the Cross is a time-honoured tradition during the Season of Lent. We unite our hearts to the heart of Jesus, and with him, we walk the path that leads to Calvary and his sacrificial death...Friday, March 05, 2021 -
Big Changes for Us AllThe coronavirus pandemic has changed the way we do many things - from how we shop to how we work and go to school. Even the way we worship God has changed. All part of an effort to keep people safe...Sunday, February 28, 2021 -
Friday - A Day Set ApartSunday is the Lord's Day. The Christian Sabbath. But down through the ages, Catholics in particular, and Christians is general, have always attached a special meaning to Friday. Friday of course, is the day of Christ's...Thursday, February 18, 2021 -
Pandemic LentAsh Wednesday (February 17th) marks the beginning of Lent. Sprinkled with ashes (touch free this year!), the Church enters into 40 days of penance and prayer. In Christ, we confront the reality of sin and evil, in our personal lives...Friday, February 12, 2021 -
The Word of God & Sunday MassAs Catholics, we are often accused of ignoring the Bible. Many people believe (falsely!) that the Word of God is sidelined or ignored in the life of the Church. Anyone who pushes that line of thought has obviously never attended...Thursday, February 04, 2021 -
The Presentation of the Lord (Candlemas)February 2nd, is the Feast of the Presentation of the Lord. In obedience to the Law of Moses, which stipulates that every first-born son must be consecrated to the Lord (Exodus 12:2,12), Joseph and...Thursday, January 28, 2021 -
Word of God SundayOn September 30, 2019, Father Pope Francis instituted the Third Sunday of Ordinary Time as Sunday of the Word of God. By making it an annual observance, he wants Catholics to understand that the Word of God...Friday, January 22, 2021 -
Not So Ordinary TimeThis weekend we begin the liturgical season which bears the rather awkward title Ordinary Time. This is the so called Green Season. Comprised of thirty-four weeks, it fills the short space between the Feast of...Thursday, January 14, 2021 -
A Promise is a PromiseThe Baptism of Jesus was a Mission Statement. Immersed in the waters of the Jordan, Jesus spoke an unequivocal NO to the ugly reality of sin, and a resounding YES to the will of his...Friday, January 08, 2021 -
Finding Hope through HopeLineFr. Dr. Matthew M. Durham, D.Min is the Executive Director, Hospice Palliative Care & Community Development, Saint Elizabeth Foundation. Fr. Durham shares his insights on the ‘HopeLine’ created by the Archdiocese of Toronto and operated by Saint...Friday, November 01, 2024 -
Thirsty Thursdays: Quench Your Thirst at the SourceThe desire of every human heart is for communion. And as we strive to fulfill this desire, often we are found wanting, until we go to the source: Jesus. With this in mind, in 2014, the Sisters of Life began...Sunday, October 20, 2024 -
Truth and Reconciliation 2024: After the Silence - A Reflection for CatholicsJulia and Adam Kozak, a married couple actively involved in bridge-building and peacemaking with Indigenous and non-indigenous peoples, reflect on the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. Adam, a Lay Pastoral Associate and musician, was the National Project...Wednesday, September 25, 2024 -
Everything You Need to Know About RENEW Toronto 2024“Those who hope in the Lord will run and not be weary” Isaiah 40:31 What is RENEW Toronto? RENEW Toronto is OCY’s largest annual gathering of young adults from the Archdiocese of Toronto and beyond...Tuesday, September 24, 2024 -
All about ELEVATE Training WeekendThe Sept. 21st and 22nd weekend of 2024 will be a busy one for the Office of Catholic Youth (OCY). For 10 years now, the OCY has rolled out two days of training to help adults (on Saturday) and teens...Monday, September 16, 2024 -
5 Tips in Riding the Back to School MomentumThe beginning of autumn evokes feelings of excitement, anticipation and new beginnings! There is a shift in the air. Can you feel it? A crispness in the air suggests the end of summer is just around the corner. It is...Friday, August 23, 2024 -
Linda’s LegacyCountless cars cross the intersection of Leslie Street and Lawrence Avenue in Toronto’s North York every day. The intersection is like thousands of other intersections in Canada’s largest city. In one corner a gas station, in...Monday, August 05, 2024
