E-Newsletter Aug 31, 2025
From the Pastor's Desk
Welcome Back to Parish Life!
As we step into the fall season, it is wonderful to see parish life at St. Ignatius Loyola coming alive again after the calm of summer. While many of you continued to join us at Mass or travelled during the past months, it is always a joy to gather back together in full strength as a community of faith.
We extend a warm welcome back to all our students and teachers at St. Ignatius Loyola, All Saints, St. Clare’s, and St. Mark’s schools, as well as our students at the University of Toronto Mississauga Catholic Chaplaincy. We also welcome back our Youth Choir at the 10:30 a.m. Mass and our Adult Choir at the Noon Mass—both of which are open to new members. If you would like to join, please speak with one of the musicians after Mass.
Our RCIA program (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults) is also beginning soon. If you or someone you know is considering becoming Catholic, please don’t hesitate to reach out to Fr Ed or Fr Prince for a conversation.
Summer was not idle at our parish:
- We held our first Totus Tuus summer camp, which was a great success for our young people.
- New hymnals were placed in the pews.
- Kneelers throughout the church were replaced. It hardly feels penitential to kneel anymore!
- Our parish hall received a facelift: fresh paint, new ceiling tiles in some places, and a newly stripped and waxed floor.
- Even our storage areas were reorganized to better serve the many ministries of our parish.
Looking ahead, we are excited for:
- A new parish photo directory.
- A new outdoor shrine to Our Lady.
- An indoor space dedicated to Our Mother of Perpetual Help.
Please keep an eye on our parish bulletin—both the printed and emailed versions—for more details. If you are not yet on our email list, kindly contact the parish office to be added.
May the Lord continue to bless each one of you and your families. It is my honour to serve you here at St. Ignatius Loyola Parish.
Fr Ed Curtis
PARISH NEWS/EVENTS
First Holy Communion Preparation
We are pleased to announce that registration for our First Reconciliation / First Holy Communion 2025/2026 program is now open! Parents and Guardians of Grade 2 children are invited to visit our website for our preparation schedule and to access our online registration form. Please note that registration will close on September 22. If you have any questions, please contact Melissa at msiuchong@archtoronto.org.
Confirmation Preparation 2025/206
Do you have a son/daughter in grade 7? Keep an eye out for registration information for our Confirmation Program!
Catholic Women’s League (CWL) News:
The arrival of September brings the return of our CWL monthly meetings! The next general meeting will be held Tuesday, September 16th and all women of the parish - ages 16 and up are welcome. We will begin with the Rosary in the Church at 6:30pm followed by the meeting in the parish hall at 7pm. Our Social Justice Chairperson, Louise Gormley has arranged a presentation on Frauds and Scams by Erin Quinn, a Financial Crime Risk Investigator with TD Canada Trust.
🎶 Youth Choir & Cookie Time! 🍪
Calling all young singers ages 12–25 (or a bit beyond)! Have you ever wanted to pray through song but felt too nervous to join a choir? Now’s your chance!
Join us for Youth Choir Tryouts every Wednesday in September beginning September 10th at 7:00 PM — a fun and welcoming one-hour session where we’ll sing together, learn some vocal techniques, and enjoy cookies afterward! No experience needed — just prepare the beginning of "O Canada" to sing.
We sing at the 10:30 AM Mass and practice Wednesday nights from 7–8 PM. It’s a great way to share your voice, grow in faith, and build fellowship. Plus, volunteer hours are available!
Questions? Talk to Claudia Ferro. Sign up in the office to be added to our email list for more details.
Come give it a try — one hour, one song, one sweet treat!
Auditions for the 12 Noon Choir
Adult Choir Director, Ana Maria Nunes will be hosting one more audition for our 12 Noon Choir. Auditions will take place on two Tuesday, September 2, 7:00–7:30 PM.
Whether you're looking for a meaningful way to participate in parish life or simply love to sing, we'd love to hear you!
Congregation Mass Setting Workshop, Wednesday, September 17 | 7:30–8:15 PM
All are warmly invited to join us for a special evening of music and fellowship, on Wednesday September 17th from 7:30 PM - 8:15 PM in the Church, as we come together to learn the new Mass setting, Mass of Restoration by Josh Blakesley. Led by Claudia Ferro, along with our dedicated choir and musicians, this
learning workshop offers a beautiful opportunity to unite our voices in worship and prepare our hearts for our Masses.
Let us create a meaningful musical moment together as one community. Light refreshments will be served following the workshop. We hope to see you there!
Thinking About Becoming Catholic?
Have you ever thought about becoming Catholic? Maybe you were married in the Church or raised your children in the faith but never became Catholic yourself. Or perhaps you've had lingering questions about the Church that you’ve never had the chance to explore.
The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) is the process through which adults are welcomed into the Catholic Church. It's a journey of prayer, learning, and community for anyone who is unbaptized, baptized in another Christian tradition, or simply seeking a deeper understanding of the faith.
RCIA meets on Wednesday evenings beginning this fall. Each session offers the opportunity to ask questions, share experiences, and grow in faith.
If you’re feeling called or even just curious, please speak with Fr. Ed Curtis or Fr. Prince Michael for more information.
Children’s Liturgy
We are excited to be starting back Children’s Liturgy at our 10:30 a.m. and 12 Noon Sunday Masses beginning Sunday September 7, 2025. Keep an ear out for announcements!
We’re Making a Photo Directory!
Help us capture the heart of our community one smile at a time! Sign up for a 15-minute professional photo session (1–8 people per sitting).
Photo Dates:
- Sept 23–27, 2025
- Oct 21–25, 2025
Tues-Fri: 2:30 PM – 8:30 PM,
Sat: 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Click here or call the office to book an appointment. Note: Appointments are required — spots fill fast!
If you have any questions, please contact the Parish Office or email our Lay Pastoral Associate, Melissa at msiuchong@archtoronto.org.
Let’s create a directory full of faces to remember and memories to share!
Save The Dates: Upcoming Parish Events
- Sat Oct 4 - Sun Oct 5: SSVP Bundle Up Weekend
- Sat Oct 4: Sanctity of Life Event
- Sun Oct 5: Life Chain
- Sat Oct 10 – Sun Oct 11: Thanksgiving Food Drive
- Sat Oct 18 – Sun Oct 19: Ministry Fair!
ARCHDIOCESE NEWS/EVENTS
Office of Vocations
“…let us run with perseverance the race that is set before us…” If God is calling you, to be a priest, religious or deacon, contact Fr. Matt McCarthy, Director of Vocations, Archdiocese of Toronto at 416-968-0997. Email: vocations@archtoronto.org Website: www.vocationstoronto.ca
Upcoming Transitional Diaconate Ordinations
A significant milestone for four men currently studying for the priesthood will take place on Saturday, September 13, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. Bishop John A. Boissonneau, Auxiliary Bishop of Toronto, will preside over the transitional diaconate ordination of Matteo Bertozzi, Moonjun Alphonse Choi, Matthew Tulio, and Victor Valdés. All are welcome to attend this joyful celebration. Please continue to pray for these men and all those discerning the priesthood.
2025 FALL ACTS Retreats
“Come and renew yourself spiritually, to strengthen your faith and to apply it to your daily life.”
Women's Retreat – September 25 – 28, 2025
Men's Retreat – Oct 2 – 5, 2025
Retreat Location: Queen of Apostles Renewal Centre - 1617 Blythe Rd., Mississauga, ON
Women’s Contact: Sandy Johnson (905) 512-5757 or sandy.cj@live.com (Women’s Retreat)
Men’s Contact: Andrew Mayhew (647) 407-1725 or amayhew1725@gmail.com (Men’s Retreat)
For more info, please visit our website: www.actscanada.org
