Our Lady of Lourdes Community

ALTAR ASSISTANTS

This group is comprised of about sixty young people between the ages of 10 and 20 who "serve Mass" at our Sunday Eucharists. The "servers" have become a something of a tradition here at Lourdes with as many as fifteen serving at any given Mass. To register, come to the sacristy before or after any of the Masses. (Contact - Fr. Massie)

CATHOLIC WOMEN'S LEAGUE

The CWL is a national organization that brings together Catholic Women for prayer, support and service. Women in the parish are invited to "come and see". Check the bulletin for the time and place of meetings. (Contact - office)

CHARISTMATIC GROUP

This Charismatic group meets regularly on Saturday evenings and is one of the most active organizations in the Church. Prayer and praise combine with action for the community to make it one of Lourdes more popular groups. (Contact - Zeny Ong)

CHOIRS COORDINATOR

Each of our seven Sunday Masses has their own choir. If you like to join any of them, see the choir director after any of the Masses. (Contact - Amy Federis)

CHRISTOPHER LEADERSHIP

Learn leadership skills and confidence on your feet before others. This program is offered beginning usually in January of each year. (Contact - Glen Simourd)

COFFEE TEAMS

The members of our Coffee Teams provide refreshments after the Sunday morning and 1:00p Mass. If you'd like to help, just speak to one of them. (Contact - Eva Salcedo)

DEVELOPMENT AND PEACE

Our Development and Peace group keeps us up to date on issues of Social Justice and offer workshops and discussions on current issues of faith and justice as they effect our community. (Contact - Steve Taylor)

DIGNITY

Members of Dignity are a part of the gay community who have been meeting regularly here at Lourdes for years. All are welcome. (Contact - Mike Heuer and Allan Duddin)

ENGAGED ENCOUNTER

Couples from our parish offer a week-end marriage preparation program in the fall and spring of each year. If you're getting married and would be interested in participating or would like to serve as a lead couple, please let us know. (Contact - Fr. Terry Fay)

EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS

This group of parishoners distribute communion at our services and, on occasion, bring the sacrament to those who can't come to Mass. They welcome members - just speak to anyone of them after Mass. (Contact - Office)

FLOWER - DECORATING COMMITTEE

Keeping our church decorated and attractive is the mission of this group. If you'd like to help, approach one of the team while they're at work! (Contact - Sr. Frances Cresswell)

FOOD BANK

We operate our own foodbank for people in St. James Town and the surrounding area. It's located right in the heart of St. James Town and if you'd like to lend a hand, drop by and let them know - they'd be grateful. (Contact - Sr. Frances Cresswell)

GARDEN COMMITTEE

During the warmer months this team keeps our grounds clean and attractive. If you've got a green thumb or don't mind a little weeding or raking, let us know. (Contact - Glen Simourd)

GOD'S SERVANTS

This is another active prayer group with some interesting and challenging outreach. Open to all who want a bit more from life. (Contact - Office)

JUBILEE COMMITTEE

Although the Jubilee year is officially over, this group gathered such momentum that they just couldn't stop! They're always ready to welcome new members. (Contact - Anna Paolo)

LECTORS

A dedicated group of people proclaim the word of God from Scripture at all our services. If you'd like to join this ministry you are encouraged to speak to one of the lectors after any Mass. (Contact - Susan Atkinson)

MINISTRY TO SHUT-INS

It is the mission of this group to visit the sick and elderly of our parish and to bring communion to the sick in the hospitals in and hostels of our neighbourhood. They warmly welcome new volunteers at any time. (Contact - Bro. Gave McHugh)

NO-NAME POPULAR THEATRE

A popular teaching medium, our theatre group brings to life many of the critical issues poor and disadvantaged people face and thoughtfully reflect on possible solutions together. Their presentations at our workshops and seminars are always a stimulating highlight. (Contact - Sr. Celeste Reinhart)

PARISH SOCIAL MINISTRIES

This group serves as a "clearing house" for the various social action ministries at work in the parish. They also plan workshops and discussions, lead marches, prepare liturgies, etc. on issues pertinent to people's everyday lives. If social action in light of the Gospel excites you, let them know! (Contact - Sr. Celeste Reinhart)

PASTORAL SUPPORT TEAM

Always available for any support or assistance this group of carefully selected caregivers serve our community around the clock. Need someone to talk to - give them a call ... 416-410-8703 - they get back to you immediately. (Contact - Sr. Ann Delaney)

PILLARS

A long standing Filipino group in our parish, the Pillars offer an opportunity to keep the faith alive with prayer and activities. (Contact - Frank Maralang)

R.C.1.A.

The Rite of Christian Initiation for Catholic Adults is our primary catechetical group that prepares people to become Catholics. A very talented and active team meet weekly with candidates who are received into the Church at the Easter Vigil. They're always looking for new participants and team members. (Contact - Dali Benedicto)

ROMERO COMMUNITY

The Romero Community is an associated Spanish speaking group who, among other things, have a Monthly Mass here every Saturday at 4:00p (Contact - Rudolpho Molina)

SACRAMENTAL "CATCH-UP"

Every Saturday morning at 9:30a during the school year this group meets to provide those who have "missed" one or more of the sacraments because of moves, immigration, whatever. Open to all at any time! (Contact - Susan Atkinson)

ST. VINCENT DE PAUL SOCIETY

This group also has a national membership. It has a special concern the needs of the poor in our neighbourhood. They run bazaars and Christmas dinners and the like and can be relied upon to help in almost any crisis. (Contact - Angela Dickie)

SHARELIFE

Each year our parish participates in an annual city wide fund raising drive for the more than thirty projects across Toronto that ShareLife supports. Last year they helped us raise almost fifty thousand dollars here at Lourdes. (Contact - Doug MacKinnon)

TAMIL COUNCIL

This group represents the very active Tamil presence here at Lourdes and organizes and animates activities for their community. (Contact - David Thomas)

WELCOMERS

Otherwise known as "ushers", this vibrant and faithful group are most peoples' first introduction to Lourdes. They greet and welcome people at the doors, help with the collections and are ready to bring order out of the chaos that sometimes occurs at our major celebrations. If you'd like to join their ranks, just let any one of them know next time you're in Church. (Contact - Luz Mustacho)

WOMEN'S GROUP

Another very active group, always willing to welcome new members, who focus on the issues of women in the Church and in today's world. (Contact - Sr. Celeste Reinhart)

YOUTH GROUP

This newly formed group caters to younger people in their late teen and twenties. A full slate of activities is being planned. If you find yourself in this age group, are looking for something "more" - be sure to get in touch with them. (Contact - Jackie Jacalan)

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