E-Newsletter June 21, 2026
From the Pastor's Desk
Father’s Day Message
This weekend, we extend our heartfelt gratitude and best wishes to all fathers, grandfathers, godfathers and all those who have exercised a father's loving care in the lives of others.
Thank you for your sacrifices, your guidance, your strength and your faithful witness. May God bless you abundantly, grant you wisdom and joy in your vocation, and draw you ever closer to Himself.
We also remember in prayer our fathers who have died. May they rest in the peace of Christ.
Happy Father's Day!
Welcome Fr. Tobias!
As we continue to give thanks for the ministry of Fr. Prince Michael and wish him every blessing in his new assignment, we are delighted to welcome our new Associate Pastor, Fr. Tobias Ndabhatinya, who joins us this week.
Fr. Tobias comes to us from the Diocese of Kigoma in western Tanzania, situated along the shores of Lake Tanganyika, the deepest lake in Africa and the second-deepest freshwater lake in the world. Ordained to the priesthood on July 6, 2006, he was sent by his bishop to pursue advanced studies in Sacred Scripture at the Pontifical Biblical Institute (the “Biblicum”) in Rome, where he obtained a Licentiate in Biblical Studies.
Upon returning to Tanzania, Fr. Tobias served as a professor of Sacred Scripture at St. Charles Lwanga Major Seminary and later as Rector of the seminary for ten years. He is the fourth of eight children and brings with him a wealth of pastoral, academic and leadership experience.
Please join me in warmly welcoming Fr. Tobias to St. Ignatius Loyola Parish. We look forward to getting to know him and to sharing in his priestly ministry among us. May the Lord bless him abundantly as he begins this new chapter here in the Archdiocese of Toronto.
Thank You!
As we come to the end of another school year, I would like to express my sincere gratitude to all those who have helped enrich the life of our parish community throughout the year.
A special thank you to our dedicated volunteers who lead our Children's Liturgy of the Word each Sunday. As this ministry takes a break for the summer months, we are grateful for the time, care and faith they have shared with our youngest parishioners.
We also extend our heartfelt thanks to the principals, teachers and staff of our Catholic schools for their partnership in Catholic education. It is a privilege to work together in forming young people in faith, knowledge and service, and we are grateful for your collaboration throughout the year.
Finally, thank you to our Youth Choir at the 10:30 a.m. Mass and our Adult Choir at the Noon Mass. Through your generosity, talent and commitment, you help lead our community in prayer and enhance the beauty of our worship week after week.
May God bless each of you for your faithful service to our parish and school communities.
PARISH NEWS/EVENTS
Thank you for supporting our ShareLife Summer BBQ!
Thank you to everyone who attended and supported our annual ShareLife Summer BBQ on Saturday, June 6. We are especially grateful to the Knights of Columbus and the Catholic Women's League, whose hard work and dedication helped make the event such a success.
Thank you also for your generosity through your ShareLife donations and BBQ ticket purchases. Together, our parish has now raised just under $200,000 toward our ShareLife campaign goal—an incredible achievement that reflects the compassion and generosity of our parish community.
Canada Day: Mass & Office Hours
All are welcome to join us for Mass on Canada Day, Wednesday, July 1, 2026, at 9:00 AM. Please note that the church will close following Mass, and the parish office will be closed for the holiday. Regular office hours will resume on Thursday, July 2, 2026, at 9:00 AM. Wishing you and your families a safe and happy Canada Day!
2026 Mission Cooperative Program – July 4/5, 2026
On the weekend of July 4/5, we will welcome Fr. Wim Sabo, who will speak on behalf of the Diocese of Oudtshoorn, South Africa as part of the 2026 Mission Cooperative Program. Mission envelopes for donations are available on the tables in the church foyers. Thank you for your support and generosity.
Join the Rosary Apostolates!
The Rosary Apostolate is currently seeking volunteers who have great devotion to the Our Blessed Mother Mary and who are willing to visit the local elementary schools, St. Mark and St. Clare Schools, to pray the Rosary with the children once a month from October to May. Training, materials and screening will be provided. If you are interested, please contact: Judy Camilleri at judy.camilleri.2010@gmail.com.
LAST CALL:
TOTUS TUUS 2026!
We are a month away from Totus Tuus 2026! This is your last chance to register your (grand)child(ren) for our Totus Tuus Summer Camp. Program Dates & Cost:
Evening Program
(Grades 6–12):
July 19–23, 2026
6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
$50 per camper
Dinner included each night!
Day Program
(Grades 1–6):
July 20–24, 2026
8:45 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
$150 per camper
For more information, to view our daily schedule, and to register today, visit: www.totustuustoronto.ca/stignatiusloyola
If you have any questions please contact Melissa at msiuchong@archtoronto.org. Let the countdown begin!
Totus Tuus: Summer Parish Potluck
The St. Ignatius community is invited to join us for our Totus Tuus Summer Parish Potluck, happening on Thursday July 23rd at 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM. Bring a dish (peanut & nut free) and join us for a meal! There will be an opportunity to meet our Totus Tuus Missionaries and campers! More information about this potluck will be sent in our digital bulletin.
Parish Feast Day Pilgrimage
Celebrate the Feast Day of St. Ignatius Loyola with us on Friday, July 31, at Martyrs’ Shrine! We will depart from the parish at 8:00 AM and will return at approximately 5:15 PM. The pilgrimage will include morning and evening prayer, a talk, Mass and Eucharistic Adoration, lunch and free time on the Shrine grounds, and Outdoor Stations of the Cross.
Please visit the parish office to secure your spot. Registration closes Thursday, July 23. There are 52 spots available; if all spots are filled, we will begin a waitlist for a potential second bus. Cost: $50 per adult; $25 per child (12 years and under).
Your ShareLife Impact
Through your support of ShareLife, agencies such as Camp Ozanam, the Office of Catholic Youth, Silent Voice Canada, and St. Bernadette's Family Resource Centre provide summer camps and programs that offer children, youth, and their families much-needed support, care, and community.
Please continue to check our ShareLife thermometer in the Parish Narthex to see our progress towards our $288,000.00 goal and consider giving through the parish using a ShareLife envelope, online via our parish website, or at sharelife.org/donate. Thank you for your generosity!
UPCOMING EVENTS – SAVE THE DATES!
- July 19 – 24: Totus Tuus 2026
- July 23: Totus Tuus Summer Parish Potluck
- July 31: St. Ignatius Loyola Parish Feast Day & Pilgrimage
- September 17: Fall Bible Study begins
- September 23: Mother’s Group Launch!
ARCHDIOCESE NEWS/EVENTS
CALLING ALL GRADUATING HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS!
Graduation marks the end of one chapter and the beginning of another. As you close your high school books, open your heart to a journey of spiritual growth and community. Join a campus ministry for an opportunity to grow deeper in your faith, form lasting friendships, and experience university/college life in a different way. Your next adventure awaits - let it start with purpose! Check out Chaplaincy Connect at chaplaincyconnect.ca to find your Catholic home on campus.
Office of Vocations
“Have no Fear.” Considering a ministerial vocation is not popular, but it may be what God is calling you to. If God is calling you to the priesthood, diaconate or consecrated life, contact the Office of Vocations, Archdiocese of Toronto at 416-968-0997 or vocations@archtoronto.org.
