Uplifted Hearts: A Basilian Celebration of Music, Mass, and Mission
Grow closer to Jesus through our celebration of Mass, music, and mission at Uplifted Hearts, from October 18 to 22. This will be a joyful gathering to enrich our discipleship and connection within the Basilian family of parishes.
Uplifted Hearts: Music Concert
Join us for an evening of music and fellowship at a reception.
Featuring Organist & Conductor Thomas Jaber and Tenor Mark Thomas (St. Anne’s, Houston)
Bundle-Up Sunday
The next bundle-up weekend is October 19/20
The Society of St. Vincent de Paul is collecting gently used clothing and footwear. A truck and volunteers will be present before and after the Saturday and Sunday Masses.
Uplifted Hearts: Discipleship Days
Encounter Christ through talks and small group discussions.
Featuring Rev. Paul English, CSB (St. Anne’s, Houston)
Sing to the Lord: Monday Oct 21
Come learn how to chant Vespers (Evening Prayer)! Join us for 4 workshops where we’ll gradually learn how to sing Vespers, building on what we learn from week-to-week.
Each workshop will take place at 4:30pm on the dates below in Ardèche Hall, with Vespers following at 5:10pm in the sanctuary.
John Ford First Sunday Food Drive
The John Ford First Sunday Food Drive supports our Outreach Ministry through monetary contributions as well as donated items that can be used for our meal service or distributed directly to our patrons.
To make our food drive a success, we are requesting specific food items that are in high demand. These should be unopened items with a longer shelf life (far from expiration dates).
We are looking for: Canned meats and fish, Canned or dry lentils and beans, Rice, Pasta, Barley, Oats, Nut butters (peanut, almond, soy, etc), Canned or jarred stew, Canned or jarred pasta sauce, Canned vegetables and fruit.
John Ford First Sunday Food Drive
The John Ford First Sunday Food Drive supports our Outreach Ministry through monetary contributions as well as donated items that can be used for our meal service or distributed directly to our patrons.
To make our food drive a success, we are requesting specific food items that are in high demand. These should be unopened items with a longer shelf life (far from expiration dates).
We are looking for: Canned meats and fish, Canned or dry lentils and beans, Rice, Pasta, Barley, Oats, Nut butters (peanut, almond, soy, etc), Canned or jarred stew, Canned or jarred pasta sauce, Canned vegetables and fruit.
Sing to the Lord: Monday Oct 7
Come learn how to chant Vespers (Evening Prayer)! Join us for 4 workshops where we’ll gradually learn how to sing Vespers, building on what we learn from week-to-week.
Each workshop will take place at 4:30pm on the dates below in Ardèche Hall, with Vespers following at 5:10pm in the sanctuary.
John Ford First Sunday Food Drive
The John Ford First Sunday Food Drive supports our Outreach Ministry through monetary contributions as well as donated items that can be used for our meal service or distributed directly to our patrons.
To make our food drive a success, we are requesting specific food items that are in high demand. These should be unopened items with a longer shelf life (far from expiration dates).
We are looking for: Canned meats and fish, Canned or dry lentils and beans, Rice, Pasta, Barley, Oats, Nut butters (peanut, almond, soy, etc), Canned or jarred stew, Canned or jarred pasta sauce, Canned vegetables and fruit.
Sing to the Lord: Monday Sept 30
Come learn how to chant Vespers (Evening Prayer)! Join us for 4 workshops where we’ll gradually learn how to sing Vespers, building on what we learn from week-to-week.
Each workshop will take place at 4:30pm on the dates below in Ardèche Hall, with Vespers following at 5:10pm in the sanctuary.
Museum Excursion
St. Basil's has one more fun summer social planned! We're making an excursion to the Art Gallery of Ontario (AGO) to reflect together on art and spirituality on Wednesday, September 4 from 6 p.m. onward. It is a free admission evening at the AGO, but you will need to reserve your spot ahead of time to guarantee entry. After exploring the museum, we will continue the conversation at a local pub.
St. Phoebe Day
Do you know St. Phoebe? In the Letter to the Romans, St. Paul commends St. Phoebe to the Christian community in Rome, introduces her as a deacon (diakonos) of the church at Cenchreae, and asks that they “receive her in the Lord” (Romans 16:1-3). St. Phoebe was a woman of great courage and generosity who answered God’s call to minister to God’s people. On Tuesday, September 3, at 7 p.m., our community at St. Basil’s, in collaboration with the Mary Ward Center and the Magdala Colloquy will celebrate St. Phoebe, the Deacon.
John Ford First Sunday Food Drive
The John Ford First Sunday Food Drive supports our Outreach Ministry through monetary contributions as well as donated items that can be used for our meal service or distributed directly to our patrons.
To make our food drive a success, we are requesting specific food items that are in high demand. These should be unopened items with a longer shelf life (far from expiration dates).
We are looking for: Canned meats and fish, Canned or dry lentils and beans, Rice, Pasta, Barley, Oats, Nut butters (peanut, almond, soy, etc), Canned or jarred stew, Canned or jarred pasta sauce, Canned vegetables and fruit.
Parish Potluck Picnic
Join the parish community on Saturday, August 17, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. for a picnic. This potluck gathering in the campus green space will be fun for the whole family as we gather to rejoice in the beauty of creation and community.
John Ford First Sunday Food Drive
The John Ford First Sunday Food Drive supports our Outreach Ministry through monetary contributions as well as donated items that can be used for our meal service or distributed directly to our patrons.
To make our food drive a success, we are requesting specific food items that are in high demand. These should be unopened items with a longer shelf life (far from expiration dates).
We are looking for: Canned meats and fish, Canned or dry lentils and beans, Rice, Pasta, Barley, Oats, Nut butters (peanut, almond, soy, etc), Canned or jarred stew, Canned or jarred pasta sauce, Canned vegetables and fruit.
Prayer & Games Night
Prayer & Games Night. Join us for an evening of prayer and board games on Tuesday, July 30, from 6 - 9 p.m. at St. Basil's Catholic Parish! This is a chance to pray together while enjoying one another's company, and will be fun for all ages. We have games like Apples to Apples, Code Names, Trivial Pursuit, Catchphrase and more! You can also bring your favourite game to share.
Monaco Boys’ Choir Concert
Join us at St. Basil’s on Saturday, July 6, at 7:30pm, for a choir concert by Les Petits Chanteurs de Monaco, founded in 1974 as part of the Monaco Cathedral Choir. Admission is free, with donations gratefully accepted to help support the choir’s Canadian concert tour. For more information, please contact John Paul Farahat at johnpaul.farahat@utoronto.ca.
John Ford First Sunday Food Drive
The John Ford First Sunday Food Drive supports our Outreach Ministry through monetary contributions as well as donated items that can be used for our meal service or distributed directly to our patrons.
To make our food drive a success, we are requesting specific food items that are in high demand. These should be unopened items with a longer shelf life (far from expiration dates).
We are looking for: Canned meats and fish, Canned or dry lentils and beans, Rice, Pasta, Barley, Oats, Nut butters (peanut, almond, soy, etc), Canned or jarred stew, Canned or jarred pasta sauce, Canned vegetables and fruit.
Summer Reading Group: Lord of the Rings
Join fellow parishioners this summer in reading J.R.R. Tolkien’s classic fantasy epic! Did you know that Tolkien was a devout Catholic, and that many of the book’s themes were influenced by his faith?
Nature Walk
Explore the beauty of creation through a Toronto Ravine Hike, as we walk together in community, enjoying summer fun and friendship! Our starting point will be the Davisville TTC station, and we will walk through Mt Pleasant Cemetery and parts of the Central Ravines together.
Summer Reading Group: Lord of the Rings
Join fellow parishioners this summer in reading J.R.R. Tolkien’s classic fantasy epic! Did you know that Tolkien was a devout Catholic, and that many of the book’s themes were influenced by his faith?
Ignatian Retreat in Daily Life
Join The Mary Ward Centre for a 4-week Ignatian retreat in daily life: Inner Peace in Service of the Father. This retreat comprises 30 minutes of personal prayer 4-5 times per week, made according to the participant's schedule in daily life, as well as weekly meetings for spiritual conversation.
YPCToronto: Launch Party
Looking to integrate your Catholic faith into your professional life? Young Professional Catholics of Toronto (YPCT) is a new organization with a vision to create a thriving community supporting the professional and spiritual growth and development of young Catholics in Toronto. YPCT does this by offering (1) Networking opportunities; (2) Mentorship Program; (3) Community Support; and (4) Resources.
God With Us: Interconnected in the Incarnation
Join the Mary Ward Centre and St. Basil’s Parish for an Advent evening of reflection on Monday, December 18, from 6:30 – 8 p.m. Meditating on the presence of Jesus, our God with Us, we will reflect on our connection with all of humanity and our call to be instruments of God’s love. Our time together will include prayer, reflection, and conversation in community. Refreshments will be provided. All are welcome. This event will take place at the Mary Ward Center (70 St. Mary Street). Registration required by December 15. https://forms.office.com/r/RxK7yv63YB
Word & Light: Taizé Prayer
An evening of Taizé Prayer. Join us on Wednesday, December 13, at 7p.m. at St. Basil's for an Advent Taizé prayer service, where we will reflect together on Christ the Word, the Light of the World. This ecumenical and meditative prayer form includes music, scripture, prayers, candlelight, and silence, to draw us into the mystery of the Incarnation. All are welcome! Questions? Contact JoAnn Lopez.
St. Basil's Ministry Fair
Join us to celebrate the ministries that make St. Basil’s a wonderful parish, and find out how you can share your own unique gifts with the community!
Explore the many opportunities for service to our parish and our neighbour in our fun and festive Ministry Fair from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Sunday, September 17. Refreshments will be provided. Check out the full list of our ministries on our website to start your discernment: https://www.stbasiltoronto.org/ministries.
Want to make this event a success?
We need support with:
Set up (9 a.m. to 10 a.m.)
Clean Up (4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.)
Leading Games/Activities
Food Preparation (shifts throughout the day).
Please reach out to Michael Pirri at: michael.pirri@utoronto.ca to sign up to serve.
Parish Picnic
St. Basil's Picnic in the Park: Join the parish community on Saturday, August 26, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. for a picnic at High Park. This potluck gathering will be fun for the whole family as we gather to rejoice in the beauty of creation and community.
Registration required before August 21: https://tinyurl.com/StBasilPicnic
Final details will be emailed during the week of the picnic to all those who register. Contact JoAnn Lopez (joann.lopez@utoronto.ca, 416-926-7122) with any questions.
Prayer and Patio
Join the parish community for a monthly outing, giving us a chance to enjoy the beauty of God's creation while building relationships with each other. Please save the date, more details including registration information coming soon. If you are interested in helping to plan and organize these events, please contact JoAnn Lopez (joann.lopez@utoronto.ca)
Details to be confirmed soon.
Wonder Walk (Toronto Ravine Hike)
Explore the beauty of creation through a Toronto Ravine Hike, as we walk together in community, enjoying summer fun and friendship! Our starting point will be the Davisville TTC station, and we will walk through Mt Pleasant Cemetery and parts of the Central Ravines together. Registration required by Monday, June 26. After our walk concludes near Yonge/St. Clair, there will be an opportunity for those who are interested in a short social to purchase refreshments. Find out more and sign up at https://tinyurl.com/WonderWalk or contact JoAnn Lopez.