E-Newsletter July 19,2026

PARISH NEWS/EVENTS

Totus Tuus 2026

Please join us in warmly welcoming our Totus Tuus missionaries: Serena, Josheen, William, and Matthew. We ask our parish family to keep our missionaries, campers, volunteers, and all those serving this week in your prayers. May the Lord bless them with a joyful and faith-filled week as they grow closer to Christ.

Summer Parish Potluck – Thursday July 23 at 5:00 PM

The Parish community is invited to join us for our Totus Tuus Summer Parish Potluck, happening on Thursday July 23rd at 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM. Bring a peanut- and nut-free dish to share and enjoy an evening of food and fellowship! There will also be an opportunity to meet our Totus Tuus missionaries and campers.

NOTE: If you plan to attend, please email Melissa (msiuchong@archtoronto.org) with the number of people attending and the dish you will be bringing. The list of dishes will be updated accordingly.

Knights of Columbus Scholarship Winners

The Knights of Columbus are pleased to recognize the following students as this year’s scholarship recipients:

• Elizabeth Dekker
• Jack Kopal

Congratulations, and may God bless your continued studies.

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.

Children’s Liturgy Volunteers Needed This Fall!

Our Children's Liturgy program resumes this fall during the 10:30 a.m. and 12:00 noon Sunday Masses, and we are looking for volunteers! If you enjoy working with children and sharing the Catholic faith, we would love to hear from you. For more information or to volunteer, please contact the Parish Office at StIgnatiusLoyolaMI@archtoronto.org.

Society of St Vincent de Paul

Thank you for your generous support of our 2026 Annual Back to School initiative!! Our campaign formally ends on July 31st and contributions have been amazing! We support about 135 school age children attending JK through Grade 12, who will have back to school expenses. Our goal is to provide these children with a Walmart gift card to use for their needs as they return to school in September. Your donation, or a $25 Walmart gift card, would help to make a difference. Please use the designated envelope available on tables in Church entrances and place in a weekend collection basket or in the SSVP donation box, by July 31st. All donations are very much appreciated by SSVP….and even more so by those whose lives you have touched.

Together, we can bring about change—one act of kindness at a time.

Your gift to ShareLife transforms fear into peace

Patricia arrived at school exhausted, clutching her colicky baby. Her landlord had illegally cut off her water and hydro, leaving her helpless. She was cold, hungry, and overwhelmed. All she wanted was a warm meal for her baby and to give her baby a bath—but she had nowhere to turn. And thanks to you, she found help.

Your gift to ShareLife made it possible for Rose of Sharon, a Catholic Charities agency you support through ShareLife, to be there when she had no one else. Patricia received legal help, a warm shower, fresh clothes, and a safe space to care for her baby. The sad truth is that Patricia’s story is not unique. More young mothers are struggling—desperately trying to escape poverty, facing unsafe housing, and making impossible choices just to survive.

We are about $74,000 away from reaching our goal! Continue to check our ShareLife thermometer in the Parish Narthex to see our progress towards our $288,000.00 goal and please 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 – More information to come!
• September 23: Mother’s Group Launch!

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.

We only have a few spots left. Registration closes Thursday, July 23.

Cost: $50 per adult; $25 per child (12 years and under).

See poster below for more details.

ARCHDIOCESE NEWS/EVENTS

RENEW Toronto Young Adult Conference

Join us on Christ the King weekend, November 20 to 21, for an unforgettable experience at our annual conference for young adults aged 18 to 39! This is your chance to grow in faith alongside like-minded individuals who are in the same exciting stage of life. Whether you’re a student, young professional, young couple or part of a young catholic family, this conference has something special for you!

Our theme this year is John 16:33: “Take courage! I have overcome the world.” Come be inspired by our keynotes, workshops, Catholic vendors and organizations to live out this message in your everyday life.

Don’t miss out! Save your spot today. Early bird registration ends July 31. For more information and to register, visit: www.renewtoronto.org

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

“The Spirit helps us in our weakness; for we do not know how to pray as we ought...” For five minutes today rest with Jesus and ask Him what He requires of you. 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.