Dear Friends of the Jesuits,
As November unfolds, we find ourselves in the sacred month of the Holy Souls—a time set aside to remember and honor those who have gone before us. During this special time that the Jesuits will lift up their prayers to God, holding in their hearts the cherished memories of our relatives, loved ones, friends, and neighbors who have passed from this world.
The Church gently reminds us that our intercessions and prayers are a profound way to help these Holy Souls as they journey toward their eternal reward in Heaven. In this spirit of love and remembrance, we invite you to join us in prayer and reflection.
The Suspice – St. Ignatius of Loyola:
“Take, O Lord, and receive my entire liberty,
my memory, my understanding,
and my whole will. All that I am
and all that I possess, Thou hast given me:
I surrender it all to Thee to be disposed of according to Thy will.
Give me only Thy love and Thy grace;
with these, I will be rich enough
and will desire nothing more.
Amen.”
With this prayer in our hearts, we once again extend an invitation to you. Please send us the names of the loved ones who have touched your life and who now rest in God’s embrace. These names will be placed in a basket at the altar of the René Goupil Chapel, nestled within the Jesuit infirmary. Throughout the month of November, the Jesuits will remember your loved ones in their daily Eucharist, holding them close in prayer.
We deeply appreciate your unwavering support and want you to know that our prayers extend to you not only in November but throughout the entire year. We humbly ask you to consider making a donation to support the formation of future Jesuits and to care for our infirmed priests and brothers. Your generosity helps sustain our mission and our commitment to serving others.
To learn more about how you can contribute, please contact the Jesuit Office of Advancement at 416-481-9154 or via email at
supportus@jesuits.ca. Your kindness and prayers mean the world to us.
Thank you for being a cherished part of our community. We are profoundly grateful for your support, and we hold you in our prayers, now and always.
Respectfully Yours in Christ,
Scott McMaster
Director of Advancement
Directeur de développement
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