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CBC
6 days ago
- General
- CBC
St. Anne's Church marks a year since final service in 'gem of a building' lost to fire
One year ago, though he didn't know it at the time, Rev. Don Beyers led the final service ever held inside what is now one of Toronto's lost treasures. Beyers is parish priest at the historic St. Anne's Anglican Church, which was lost in a fire last June. On Sunday, Beyers will be leading service at the church's Parish Hall. And it was as he was preparing the leaflet for the service that he realized how hard it will be. "Sunday will be emotional for many of us and for myself included," he said in an interview. "I will feel sadness as we stand in front of the old church and look at the ruins." This Sunday, to mark the anniversary of the final service in that building, his congregation will hold a short commemoration in front of its ruins. "It's sort of like what you would do with a person if they died," Beyers said, describing it as a way to grieve together. "Sunday will be a chance, mainly, to honour the building, honour it for its service to us for all those years." National historic site housed priceless art The commemoration following the regular service will include songs, prayers and a chance to lay flowers at the base of the ruins of the old church, which burned down on June 9. The cause of the fire is still unknown nearly a year later. The Office of the Fire Marshal's investigation remains ongoing and a final report is yet to be completed, spokesperson Sean Driscoll said in an email. Toronto police said last year they didn't consider the fire suspicious. The building, built between 1907 and 1908 in the city's Little Portugal neighbourhood, housed early works by members of the Group of Seven and was designated a national historic site for the "remarkable" cycle of paintings and sculptures that decorated its interior. One parishioner told CBC News after the fire last year it was like "being inside a jewel box." Many of the pieces were lost in the fire. Those that were saved, though damaged, are being restored. Alicia Coutts, director of Toronto Art Restoration, said in an email that they have been successfully cleaned and work should be completed in the fall. Plans to rebuild Beyers says next Sunday, one day before the anniversary of the fire, the church will turn its attention to what's been saved and what's still ahead. "That Sunday is going to be a celebration of the next chapter of St. Anne's and will not be focused on grieving," he said. "We take serious this whole idea of new life, and so how do we embody that?" Partly by planning to rebuild, Beyers says. The church has been holding talks with members of the congregation, neighbours in the community and groups affiliated with St. Anne's to discuss the design of a new church on the old site. Beyers says a local architect has been involved for months now and he hopes early drawings will be ready by the summer. He says whatever the final design, it will be smaller than the original, holding about 400 compared to 800. The church will try to incorporate as many elements of the original building as possible — including the restored artwork and the old high altar — but Beyers says it won't be a copy. "It was a gem of a building. You couldn't really replicate it," he said. WATCH | Rev. Don Beyers on the loss of St. Anne's Anglican Church: 'Utterly grand' Toronto church destroyed by fire, says parish priest 12 months ago Duration 8:40 Rev. Don Beyers, a parish priest at St. Anne's Anglican Church in Toronto, says he ran to the church as he got word of a fire, only to find flames 'shooting out' of the historic, art-filled structure. Along with architectural changes, he says he hopes to commission new Canadian artists to replace some of the lost artwork with pieces that "reflect the rich diversity of Canada." "The Group of Seven, their artwork, very much represented Canada at that time," Beyers said. "Now we'd like to have something that would reflect Canada of our time and of future generations as well." Even once designs are decided upon, Beyers says it will still be years before a replacement is built. The church has about $8 million left of insurance money after the cleanup and restoration work, Beyers says, so St. Anne's will also have to fundraise and rely on private donations to pay to complete the project. In the meantime, he says the church will continue to hold programming in the Parish Hall next to the ruins of the old church. Beyers says he's grateful his congregation still has a home. As sad as the last year has been, he says "it hasn't all been grief," and the loss of the old church has in some ways brought his parishioners closer together. "When that's stripped away, I think people really do turn to each other for care, for support, and to uplift each other," he said. "It's allowed them a chance to maybe get to know each other more personally." WATCH | Sunday after St. Anne's Church fire, parishioners gather for service in parking lot: St. Anne's Church hosts outdoor service after losing building to fire 12 months ago Duration 2:27 A Christian congregation that lost its church to a devastating fire last week held its first service Sunday since the tragedy. Congregants gathered in the parking lot outside St. Anne's Anglican Church. CBC Toronto's Ryan Patrick Jones was there.
Yahoo
18-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Henderson Co. community meal event helps children, supports artists
FLAT ROCK, N.C. (WSPA) — A community meal event happening Sunday in Flat Rock is helping fight childhood hunger, all while supporting local ceramicists. For eight years, the Empty Bowls community meal at the Episcopal Church of St. John in the Wilderness has helped benefit the Flat Rock Backpack Program. The nonprofit program got its start in 2008, when the church learned that Henderson County schoolchildren were going without food during the weekends. The church partnered with MANNA FoodBank in Asheville to get the program rolling. Program coordinator, Debby Staton, said Hurricane Helene has had a lasting impact on the program. 'Hurricane Helene dealt a major blow to our area,' she said. 'All of our support system—the potters, food vendors, and sponsors—were all impacted, as was MANNA FoodBank, our main source of food for the Flat Rock Backpack Program.' The program, church leaders said, helps feed more than 150 children across eight Henderson County schools each week. 'Needless to say, the students we serve were also affected,' Staton continued. 'We are deeply appreciative of our community who keep us on their radar, always willing to pitch in as we continue meeting the needs of those who are 'food insecure.'' Each meal ticket comes a handmade bowl created by local potters, soups and breads donated by nearby restaurants and cookies made by church members. Two mealtimes are scheduled for Sunday's event: the first from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. and the second from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Takeaway, organizers said, is also an option. Tickets are $30 per person or $50 for a family of two adults and children under 12 years of age. Though the ticket pre-sale closed Friday at 4 p.m., limited tickets may be available at the venue located Parish Hall at 1905 Greenville Highway, across the street from the main church building. Donations are accepted at any time, and can be mailed to Flack Rock Backpack Program c/o St. John in the Wilderness PO Box 185, Flat Rock, NC 28731. Event organizers said the expect to raise $20,000 at Sunday's event. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Irish Independent
16-05-2025
- General
- Irish Independent
Around the Districts: Ballyhea, Castlemagner and Freemount
Church Notes Mass Times - Thursday 15th May 10am; Friday 16th May 10am; Saturday 17th May 10am & 7.30pm; Sunday 18th May 8.30am & 11am Adoration & Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament will take place on Thursday after 10am Mass Holy Communion - Only those receiving Holy Communion should approach the Altar & only on a seat-by-seat basis. Anniversary Masses - Booked Anniversary Masses are accepted on the understanding that Funeral Masses and Month's Mind Masses take precedence. Month of May - The month of May dedicated to the Blessed Virgin Mary Feastdays for the coming week - Thursday 15th May St. Carthage; Friday 16th May St. Brendan, Abbot; Saturday 17th May St. Adrio; Sunday 18th May 5th Sunday of Easter. New Crucifix - The Parish has acquired a large out-door Crucifix from the Redemptorist Monastery in Esker, Co. Galway. To defray the purchase and transport costs a subscription list is now open for anyone who would like to support this initiative. Subscriptions may be left into the Sacristy at any time. Collectors for May - 7.30pm Vigil Mass: Eileen Hanley. 8.30am Mass: Jim Horgan. 11.00am Mass: Cathy O'Donoghue. Readers - Saturday 17th May: May Ger. O'Shea. Sunday 18th May: Mary Byrne. Saturday 24th May: Louisa Carroll. Sunday 25th May: Sheila Fennessy. Church Altar Flower Arrangers - Saturday 17th May: Theresa O'Keeffe. Saturday 24th May & Saturday 31st May: Gretta Donegan Kenny. Pilgrimage to Medjugorje – Leaving Cork on August 20 to September 4. Early booking offers available. Money can be paid in instalments to spread out the cost. For more information, please contact Mary Cott, Group Leader 086 1220850. Church gate collections – No church gate collection taken up at St Mary's Church, Ballyhea is endorsed by the parish. Any group or organisation intending to collect outside the church gates are asked to present copies of their permits in the sacristy, together with copies of letters of authorisation of those collecting on their behalf. This should be done before the collection commences. Parent and Toddler Group The parent and Toddler Group in Ballyhea is now meeting Friday mornings from 10 a.m. to midday in the Parish Hall. Coffee and tea is provided. €3 donation please. Ballyhea National School enrolment. Application forms (Admission notice) for September 2025 are available on the School Website ( or by calling to the office at Ballyhea NS Completed forms to be returned as soon as possible. Prospective parents may contact the school at 083 1475817 for further information or to facilitate a school visit. Healthy Eating information mornings. Further dates have been added for Healthy Eating information mornings at Ballyhea National School: Mondays May 19 and 26 from 9.30 a.m. to 11.30 a.m. Come along for information, tips, recipes, demos and mindful meditations to improve overall health' with Joanne O'Callaghan. GAA club news Lotto – The numbers drawn on 3rd May were 11, 12, 28. There was no winner of the Jackpot of €2800. Lucky tips winners: €30 Padraig Morrissey c/o Eamon Dundon, €30 Bernie Crowley c/o Bernie Crowley €30 Orfhlaith Ryan c/o Dave Ryan, Saturday Morning Lotto Get your tickets before 5pm on Saturday from Costcutters Ballyhea, Corbett Court, The Idle Hour or from any of the ticket sellers or they can be purchased online at Thank you for your continued support. The first 3 numbers of the National Lottery Main Draw will be the Jackpot numbers. If a number higher than 42 is drawn in the first 3, the draw will continue with the next number drawn under 42. The Club appreciates the support of lottery players and supporters during these difficult times and are very grateful for your continued support. Keep safe and the best of luck in draw! Club membership – Membership fees for 2025 are currently being taken. Anyone wishing to pay online can do so by going to and selecting Ballyhea Club. Memberhip can also be paid to any committee member. All players must have membership paid before the commencement of all competitions. Membership fees for 2025: Adult €75, Adult Player €100, Juvenile player/student €50, Family €150, OAP/Unwaged €30. Ballyhea in Black and White – 'Ballyhea in Black and White' is a collection of memories from local photographer Michael McGrath and photos that have been collected. It features some great GAA and camogie memories from down through the years. Books can be purchased at Costcutters shop in Ballyhea for €20. Online Shop – The club's online shop is proving to be very popular. All the latest club gear can be purchased from the O'Neill's website. Check it out at Ballyhea Community Alert Ballyhea Community Alert has successfully set up a Text Alert Network to immediately alert our community when an incident occurs. Prompt information to and from Gardaí deters criminal activity. If you are interested in becoming a member of our Text Alert Network please phone any of the following people for information and sign up details – Phil Ryan 087 2937465, Pat Daly 086 1220114, James Horgan 087 2572271, Willie Meaney 087 1936842, Con Walsh 086 8570355. The fee for this service is €10 annually. CASTLEMAGNER Bealtaine Evening Cabaret returns to Castlemagner The Castlemagner Sinsir Club is delighted to present its much-loved Bealtaine Evening Cabaret on Thursday, May 22nd at 8pm, as part of the annual Bealtaine Festival. This vibrant evening of entertainment will celebrate the creativity and vitality of our older generation, featuring a rich mix of storytelling, solo performances, and group singing from across the Duhallow region. Special guests include singing groups from Donoughmore and Tureencahill, alongside the Castlemagner Community Singing Group, all bringing their unique voices to the stage. In keeping with the reflective spirit of Bealtaine, the programme will also include screenings of locally produced documentaries that capture the essence of community and the season's themes. Held in a warm cabaret-style setting, with the audience seated at candlelit tables and served tea and light refreshments, it is a joyful celebration of the invaluable contribution older adults make to our lives, while also highlighting the power of music and singing to support wellbeing and mental health. All are welcome for what promises to be an uplifting and memorable evening. FREEMOUNT Weekly 45 Drive The weekly 45 Drive was well attended on Sunday night last. The following is a list of the lucky winners. Top prize went to Esther Hayes, Kilbrin and Eileen O'Sullivan, Kanturk. Ladies prize was divided between: 1 Eileen Scott and Delia Conroy, Churchtown; 2 Margaret and Theresa O'Regan, Kilmeedy. Gents prize was won by Frank O'Brien and John Mulcahy, Kilbrin. Mixed prize was won by Mary Noonan, Freemount and Paddy O'Leary, Glash. Spot Prize was won by Mike Scanlon, Feohanagh and Ben O'Sullivan, Freemount. The following won raffle prizes: 1 Maurice Healy, Liscarroll; 2 Paddy Hartnett, Newmarket; 3 Maurice Healy, Liscarroll; 4 Brendan O'Kelly, Ashford; 5 Maurice Healy, Liscarroll; 6 Michael O'Callaghan, Freemount. The 45 Drive continues every Sunday night at 8pm sharp. See you all then. Social Dancing Afternoon dancing continues every Sunday in Freemount Community Centre from 3pm to 5.30pm. All top bands are booked for the year ahead, so set your satnav (P56 P893) and head for Freemount and enjoy a great afternoon's dancing this Sunday May 18th, with music supplied by Bernie Heaney. Coming on Sunday May 25th is Stuart Moyles. Duhallow Heritage Society Duhallow Heritage Society are holding a Photography Exhibition 'Captured Memories: Kanturk in the 50's and 60's through the Lens of Danny O'Sullivan' at Kanturk Library from May 23rd to June 2nd (excluding Bank Holiday June 1st). Launch Night May 23rd, 7pm to 8.30pm. Everyone Welcome. Freemount Community Alert Freemount's Be Alert Text system is set up to help prevent suspicious or criminal activity in our community. The annual membership fee of €10 is now due. Renewal forms are available in Freemount shop or from Josephine (087 2255757). Alternatively you may renew online at and pay using debit/credit card or by PayPal. If renewing online, the Organisation name is Freemount Community Alert, Code FRE0001. We ask you to please join up to help us keep our community safe. Tidy Towns Committee A meeting of the Tidy Towns Team was held last week and a full plan of action has been drawn up. We will meet weekly on Wednesday evenings at 7pm at the Garden of Remembrance All volunteers are welcome and would be greatly appreciated Community Food Services Duhallow Community Food Services provide a home delivery meal service for the elderly or housebound. Meals can be booked on a long or short term basis. Dinner and desert €9.50 per day delivered to your door, Monday to Friday. Menu changes daily and special diets are catered for. Chilled meals are also available for you to heat up at home when required. For further details contact Orlaith/Olive at 029-76375. St Joseph's Church Lismire Mass in honour of St Pio will take place in St Joseph's Church, Lismire on Wednesday May 14th at 8pm. Recent Death The death took place recently of Martin Enright, formerly of Freemount. Martin was a very talented hurler and footballer for Freemount and played a vital role in a number of historic victories for the club. He was a key member of the first Freemount Juvenile team that won a Duhallow Juvenile Championship in 1982. A year later at the age of 16, he was the youngest member of the Freemount under 21 team that won its first ever Duhallow under 21 hurling and football championship. In 1988, he scored 1.1 in the Duhallow Junior Hurling Final Replay against Kilbrin when Freemount won its first ever Duhallow Junior Hurling Championship. Our sympathy to Martin's children Kieran, Martina and Sharon, their mother Geraldine, sister Mary, brothers John, Patsy, Brian, Jerry, Damien and Michael and extended family. May he rest in peace. Thursday Club The next get together of the Thursday Club will take place in Cois Abhann on Thursday May 29th at 2pm. Make a special effort to join us for 2025. Pioneers If anyone would like to join the P.T.A.A. or get a Gold (50 years)/Silver (25 years) Pin, please contact Mary on 087 9744500 or Eileen on 083 4042919. St Michael's Church Weekend Mass in Freemount will be at 6pm every Saturday evening. You can now tune into all Masses in St Michael's Church by tuning into Freemount Church on your phone, computer or tablet, as new equipment has been installed. This is great news for all those unable to attend Mass in Church. Mass on TV - Did you know that R.T.E. broadcast Holy Mass every morning on the News Channel (21) at 10.30 am, Monday to Friday. G.A.A. club news Lotto - Results for weekend May 11th. Numbers drawn were 3-7-12-36. There was no Jackpot winner. Lucky Dip winners were: 1. MaryO'Connell, Ballybahallow, Freemount. 2. Mike and Sadie O'Callaghan, Ballinla, Freemount. 3. Eileen Broderick, Knockeen, Freemount. 4. Graeme Kennedy, Glounicommane, Freemount. 5. Timmy Vaughan,Ballybahallow, Freemount. Jackpot this weekend is €2,000. If you are not in you can't win! Club app - Freemount GAA are delighted to announce the launch of our new app. This app is a one-stop-shop for all things Freemount GAA. Stay up to date with all local news, fixtures and results. Our GAA Lotto is now also available online through the app. To download the app, simply search 'Freemount GAA' in the app store or play store. Your support of the app would be greatly appreciated. Notes
Chicago Tribune
25-04-2025
- General
- Chicago Tribune
Worship news: Mass in honor of Pope Francis and delivering meals to vets
Chesterton St. Patrick Catholic Church: 638 N. Calumet Rd. — The Rev. Robert McClory will hold the Diocese of Gary's annual Mass of Remembrance for bereaved parents who have experienced miscarriage, stillbirth, or infant loss at 3 p.m. on May 4. Crown Point St. Matthias Roman Catholic Church: 101 W. Burrell Drive — St. Matthias Roman Catholic Church will have a NWI Veterans Village Meal Share April 27. The event calls for volunteers to prep and deliver meals, with prep from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. and meal delivery and serving from noon to 1 p.m. For more information, visit St. Matthias will have a 'Pick 7' food distribution event on April 26 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Parish Hall. Those interested will be able to pick seven items from available options, and the shopping order will be determined by random draw. For more information, call 219-663-2201. Dyer Faith Church: 100 W. 81st Ave. — Registration for Faith Church's 'SpringHill Day Camp' is currently open for kids who have completed kindergarten through fifth grade. The camp will be from July 21 to July 25, and will allow kids to learn about Jesus through large group time filled with music, dancing, skits and more. The cost of the camp is $349, with discount opportunities for families with multiple children and payment plans available. For more information, visit Gary Carter Memorial Christian Methodist Episcopal Church: 635 W. 49th St. — The church will have coffee & conversation every Tuesday and Thursday each week from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. For more information, call 219-293-7570. Cathedral of Holy Angels: 640 Tyler St. — Bishop McClory will celebrate a Holy Easter Mass in memory of Pope Francis at 10:30 a.m. Saturday; Pope Francis' Funeral Mass will be celebrated earlier that morning at St. Peter's Basilica. The Mass will be followed by several community service opportunities. The Cathedral of Holy Angels will have a mass for people with disabilities in honor of the Year of Jubilee from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. April 27. For more information, email aim4inclusion@ and to RSVP visit Marquette Park United Methodist Church: 215 N. Grand Blvd. — All are welcome to worship at 11:15 a.m. Sundays at Marquette Park United Methodist Church. There will be refreshments to follow in the Fellowship Hall. Resurrection House Baptist Church: 1968 West 11th Ave. — Tickets are on sale now for the church's 'Standing on God's Promise' event from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. June 28. The event will include worship, prayer, and reflection on faithfulness. Tickets are $15 and can be purchased on Eventbrite: Hobart Bethel Church: 704 W. County Road 700 North — Bethel Church will have a GriefShare morning session from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. and evening session from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. April 29. Each week the group will watch a video seminar featuring top experts on grief and recovery subjects, then discuss the video and personal lives as a support group. To register, visit Hammond The Emerald Green at the Lost Marsh Golf Course: 1001 129th St. — St. Mary's Byzantine Catholic Church will have an Accessibility to Beauty Gala from 6 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. May 3. The event will feature a silent auction, live entertainment, an open bar from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m., followed by dinner, the conferral of St. Mary's St. Peter & Paul and Myrrhbearers Awards. Black tie is optional. Tickets are $100 per seat, and becoming a beauty sponsor, which includes a table of 8 and acknowledgment at the event, is $1000. To get tickets, visit Whiting St. Mary's Byzantine Catholic Hall: 2002 Davidson Place — St. Mary's Byzantine Catholic Church will host its The Bluegrass, Bourbon, & The Bible Revival event on May 2; Doors open at 6 p.m. with the concert at 7 p.m. and a conversation to follow. The event will celebrate Catholic culture and Bluegrass's deep roots in the Region, with a concert by Fr. Justin Bolger, OP, and Fr. Simon Teller, OP, of the Hillbilly Thomists. After their set, they will be joined by Dr. Jennifer Newsome Martin, Director of the Di Nicola Center for Ethics and Culture at the University of Notre Dame, for a conversation about their music, Catholic culture, and Whiting's imprint on it. Tickets to the event are $35 at the door or $25 in advance and can be purchased on Eventbrite:
