The Body and Blood of Christ (June 2, 2024)

TODAY!  Sunday, June 2^nd after the noon Mass until 3:30 p.m.

You’re invited to come out and enjoy fellowship and good food!  The Knights of Columbus, Council 1626 will be serving hamburgers and hotdogs.  There will be activities and entertainment.  We ask families to bring salads or desserts as well as lawn chairs.  Don’t forget your sunscreen! 

We look forward to seeing you at our Annual Parish Picnic!

Praying for the Sick and Faithful Departed  

If you or a family member is sick please let us know and we shall add their name to our prayer list which is posted in the gathering space of the church.

We remember in prayer those who have died recently including:  Sophie Wick, Mona Sanlon, Victoria Landry and Angela Breton.

Visiting the Hospital: if you or a family member are admitted to RVH please let them know you are Catholic and call the parish office to inform us. If you wish to receive Holy Communion please let the parish office know and one of our pastoral visitors will come to see you.

The Offertory Collection

We require people at each Sunday (Saturday evening) Mass to assist with the offertory collection. There is a simple protocol to follow which allows for a smooth process. There is no schedule, you are asked to sign in before Mass begins. If you have any questions or are able to assist with this important ministry please speak with David Murdoch or send him an email at dmurdoch@archtoronto.org.

Celebrating the Liturgy of the Word with Children

We will celebrate a separate Liturgy of the Word with children today, on Sunday, June 9^th and June 23^rd during the 12 noon Mass. All children between the ages of 4 and 8 are invited to participate. The children and leaders are sent after the Opening Prayer and they return during the Preparation of the Gifts.  If you are interested in becoming a leader or have questions please contact David at dmurdoch@archtoronto.org.

Ordinary Time

We have entered the season of Ordinary Time. The décor in the worship space has changed as we have returned to the green of Ordinary Time. Green reminds us of life. This span of Ordinary Time extends to November 24^th when we celebrate the Solemnity of Christ the King.

Each Sunday (Saturday evening) when we gather with the Body of Christ to give praise to God we are nourished from the table of God’s Word and the table of the Eucharist.  The nourishment we receive strengthens us to live as the Body of Christ for the life of the world.

A Prayer for Ordinary Time

God of wisdom and love, source of all good,

send your Spirit to teach us your truth

and guide our actions in your way of peace.

We ask this through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son,

who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit,

God for ever and ever. Amen

Let's show we care on ShareLife Sunday

This weekend is the final ShareLife Sunday of the year. But ShareLife is more than a collection. It’s how we as a community say “we care.” In solidarity with Catholics throughout the Archdiocese, we provide a witness of God's love by actively supporting those in need locally and the greater world.

Our parish goal is $136,500.00

We have raised over $94,000 to date.

Please give generously through the parish or at sharelife.org.

Thank you for supporting our parish’s ShareLife campaign.

Parish Feast Day Celebration!

On December 15, 1872, the new Catholic Church in Barrie was blessed by Archbishop John Joseph Lynch and dedicated to the Sacred Heart of Jesus and the Immaculate Heart of Mary.  The Solemnity of the Sacred Heart of Jesus and the Memorial of the Immaculate Heart of Mary are celebrated on the third Friday and Saturday after Pentecost, for this year Friday, June 7^th and Saturday, June 8^th, 2024.   

To celebrate the Feast Day, on Friday, June 7th after the 12:10 p.m. Mass (the Solemnity of the Sacred Heart of Jesus) Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament will be held in the church proper until 6:15 p.m. followed by devotions and Mass at 7:00 p.m.  You are invited to sign up to spend an hour (or more) in prayer and Eucharistic Adoration.  Please call Mary at 705-726-6641 or the parish office.

All Adults 55+ - Ministry with Maturing Adults

All are welcome to attend the various sessions offered for those in the second half of life. 

VON SMART (Seniors Maintaining Active Roles Together) Exercise Program is held on Tuesday mornings. For details regarding registration please call: VON at 705 737 5044 ext. 221.

Christian Meditation is an ancient form of contemplative prayer rooted in the Christian tradition. We will meet at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, June 4^th on Zoom. All are welcome! If you are interested in learning more about this form of prayer please contact Catherine Ecker. (cecker@archtoronto.org or 705 728 2985 ext. 115).

June is Seniors’ Month: Celebrating the Gift of Years!  

All adults in the second half of life are invited to join us for lunch on Wednesday, June 19^th at 12:00 p.m. to celebrate and give thanks for the gift of years.

We will provide soup, buns, and beverages. You are invited to bring either a salad, main course, finger food or dessert to feed four.

Join us for fellowship, good food, and door prizes as we celebrate the gift of years!

To assist with planning please sign up after Mass on June 8 / 9 or June 15 /16 or contact Catherine Ecker at cecker@archtoronto.org or call 705 728 2985 ext. 115.  All are welcome! 

Knights of Columbus, Council 1626

Golf Tournament - Friday, June 14th

Final reminder:  Parishioners are invited to join our First-After-a-Long-Time Tournament at: Simoro Golf Links located at 1045 Penetanguishene Rd. on June 14^th.   Shotgun start at 11:30 a.m. Get a foursome together for $475 or join a foursome: $125. Price Includes; Welcome package, round of golf w/power cart, range balls, boxed lunch, burger dinner with salads and dessert, lots of prizes and silent auction.  Tournament Chairman –Tony Sacheli  Email: rentals@columbushall.ca

Phone: 705-728-1641 Ext. 1

Youth Ministry

We would like to conclude our year in Youth Ministry by inviting all families to the parish picnic following the noon Mass TODAY, Sunday, June 2^nd.

LIFETEEN – To wrap up our year, we wish to invite all high school teens to enjoy a bonfire and games night on Saturday, June 15^th. Contact Shannon Barks for further information or the parish office.

Theology on Tap - At the Flying Monkeys Brewery (in the Attic Lounge upstairs). 

Join us on June 23^rd from 6:00-9:00 p.m.

For information on our Youth Ministry or Theology on Tap please email stmarysyouthministrybarrie@gmail.com or call Shannon Barks at 705-229-7426.

Open every Sunday between the morning Masses.  Hours of operation are: (9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., and 1:00 p.m. to 1:15 p.m.)  We invite you to visit our parish store.  We have a wonderful selection of items for First Communion, rosaries, crosses, jewelry, books, unique items, greeting cards and lots more! Why not think ahead and buy that special gift for the next special occasion?  For further information please call Pat Dunn at 705-718-1853. 

Preauthorized Giving

One of the advantages of Pre-Authorized Giving is that we know that your support for our parish is there when you are spending time at the cottage or away from home travelling. Pre-Authorized Giving Forms are available in the church foyer, parish office or you can download the form from our website. https://stmarysba.archtoronto.org/siteassets/media/files/pag-st-marys-barrie.pdf

Please put your completed form in the collection basket or it can be dropped in at the parish office.  Thank you again for your support!