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August 5, 2001 NINTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST Readings: 2 Thessalonians,2, 13-17
Gospel: Matthew, 12: 24 -32 (English & Lebanese):
In our first reading today, St. Paul says: "Therefore brothers, stand firm and hold fast to the traditions that you were taught, either by an oral statement or by a letter of ours." Here St. Paul tells us that we must believe not only what the Bible says but also what the Church says.
The Letters St. Paul speaks make up a part of the Bible. The oral statement is the faith of the Church also but not necessarily written down through the bishops. These two sources, scripture and tradition make up the completeness of the revelation. We must believe they are the truths revealed to us by God.
Another important thing for us to do is to inform ourselves about the truths contained in these sources. We should try to be as knowledgeable as possible about these truths because the truth sets us free. So the more we learn and internalize, the more we will be set free." It should be good to set aside a few minutes each day, at the same time each day, and read the Bible, especially the Gospels. The Catechism of the Catholic Church is also a great source to learn what the Church teaches.
Another helpful source to learn what the Church teaches is the book cited below which I used to get some of what I have written here. This is a good advice and anyone who is looking to grow in their relationship with Christ would be wise to take it. For now can we stand firm and hold fast to the traditions that you were taught, either by "an oral statement or by a letter of ours" if you have not read the Bible or what the Church teaches.
"Trese, Leo J. "The Faith explained" Septer publishers, Princeton 1998.
Last Week's Collection: $ 2,791.00Thank you for your continued support and generosity. May God bless you and your families.
Masses &Celebrations during the Week:
Sun. Aug. 5th
9:00AM
Theresa Jabbour (40 Days Mem.) (Family)11:00AM
Badiaa Tannous Zakaria (1 Yr. Mem.) (Family)
Mon. Aug. 6th7:00PM
Louie Iskandar Georges (Sarkis Abraham)
Louie Mikhail (Mr. Amco Mastronardi)
Haifa Elias (Paul Thomas)
Antonios & Alia Sarkis (Nohra Youssef)
Tue. Aug. 7th
7:00PM
Balokia & Hanna Maksoud (Sadie Jabbour)
Antonios Youssef (Family)
Gergi Nakhle (Antoune Obeid)
Wajih Elias & Grandson Jimmy (Joe & Amira Raffoul)
Wed. Aug. 8thYoussef Saleh Zeiter & Wife & Daughter & Daughter-in-law
& Granddaughter (Daoud Nohra & Family)
Ncoula Kaysar Yacoub & Wife & Son Youssef
(Bakhos Jacobs & Family)
Tony Semaan (Mr. & Mrs. Joe Youssef)
Frangie Jraige (Mr. & Mrs. Paul Raheb)
Thu. Aug. 9th
7:00PM
Elias Boutros (Mr. & Mrs. Mike Malkoun)
Boula Mikhail (Mrs. Sanyoura Georges)
Antonios & Alia Sarkis (Nohra Youssef)
Joseph Maksoud (Mr. & Mrs. George Tannous)8:00PM
St. Charbel's Prayers
Fri. Aug. 10th
7:00PM
Our Lady of Lebanon Auxiliary Deceased Members (Our Lady of Lebanon Auxiliary)
Sat.Aug. 11th6:00PM
Intentions of All Parishioners
Sun. Aug. 12th
10:00AM
Intentions of all Parishioners12:00PM
Solemn Mass by His Excellency Mgr. Joseph Khoury3:00PM
Mass: Chaldean Rite
6:00PM
Intentions of all Parishioners
Leamington Ministerial Association invites all the Christians to pray for each other. This week we pray for : Leamington Christian Centre
Bulletin Advertising: The list of Prices for St. Anthony's Parish Bulletin Advertisements:
- For the period of 6 months: $ 70.00
- For the period of 1 Year: $ 120.00
We thank you in advance for your support and generosity. May God bless you all and keep you safe with your families. Please make payments at the Secretary's Office.Mother Mary's Praryers: The Prayers for Mother Mary will take place every Wednesday evening, during the summer at Our Lady of Lebanon Shrine at 7:00PM. All are welcome.
First Banns Between: Paul Georges & Suzanne Marie Desrosiers
Third Banns Between: Dean Michael Serravalle & Bernadette Raffoul
The Assumption of Our Lady Novena, will take place at Our Lady of Lebanon Shrine, Leamington, every evening at 7:00PM. The schedule for Masses and Celebrations is as follow:
Friday, August 10, 2001 at 7:00PM (Mass & Procession) (English & Lebanese) Saturday, August 11, 2001 at 6:00PM (Mass & Procession)(English & Lebanese) Sunday, August 12, 2001 at 10:00AM, 12:00Noon & 6:00PM (Mass & Procession) (English & Lebanese) His Excellency Mgr. Joseph Khoury will celebrate the Solemn Mass on Sunday, August 12, 2001 at 12:00Noon. For more information:
Spiritual Guidance: Rev. Fr. Elie Zouein, Pastor of St. Anthony's Parish @ (519)322-2282.Administration Guidance: Mrs. Souad Jacobs President of Our Lady of Lebanon Auxiliary @ (519)326-8291.
Management & Festivities Guidance: The Leamington Lebanese Club @ (519)326-3883. Please bring your folding chairs. All are welcome. May the Blessed Virgin bless us all.
Youth Meetings Grade 5 - 8 on Monday, August 6th , 2001, 6:30-8:00PM.
Grade 9-13 will meet on Wednesday, August 8th , 2001, 7:00-9:00PM.
NEW IN OUR PARISH: Join us for a BIBLE STUDY NIGHT every Tuesday, this Tuesday August 7th, 7:00 to 9:00PM. ALL AGES ARE WELCOME especially YOUNG ADULTS.
London Diocesan Shrine in honour of Our Lady of the Rosary begins its third year at its new location - St. Patrick's Church, 5773 10th Line Raleigh, near Merlin, Ontario. Pilgrimage Dates are scheduled for July 2, 13 and 16 and for August 13 - 22 (ten consecutive days). The day begins at 11:00AM with the celebration of Holy Mass followed by prayers for the sick, lunch, Rosary procession with a statue of the Blessed Virgin Mary, and Benediction. It ends around 3:00PM. Please bring a lawn chair and your own lunch as nothing is sold at the Shrine. For further information, Please contact Fr. Michael Dwyer at 519-689-7760. All are welcome.
Job Hiring: St. Agnes Parish, Chatham, Ontario is seeking a Director of Music. Part-time position (18-22) hours. Responsibilities include: Plan and coordinate the music program in order to facilitate the full and active participation of the assembly in the Liturgical life of the Church, prepare choirs for Sunday Celebrations, provide music ministry for weddings, funerals and school celebrations, recruitment, encouragement and development of members of the music ministry. Qualifications include: A Bachelor's Degree in Music, high degree of proficiency in use of organ of keyboard, ability to direct choirs and train cantors, good leadership, communication and people skills. Interested persons should send a resume and three written references to: Music Search Committee, St. Agnes Parish, 52 Croydon St., Chatham, Ontario N7L 1L3. Deadline for submissions is August 12, 2001. Starting date is September 2001.
4th Annual Charity Golf Tournament: Come golf with us at Orchard View Golf Club. Cost: $80.00, which includes 18 Hole Texas Scramble, Golf Cart, Chicken Dinner by Paula's Fish Place, and great prizes. Get your foursome together! Not a golfer? Come for dinner only. Cost $25.00. Consider being a "Hole Sponsor" or donating to Shalom, even if you cannot participate. For registration forms or for more information, please call Noreen or Barb at Shalom Counselling Services at 326-3778, Ext. 3
Retrouvaille: Special weekend Retreat for Married Couples, August 10th to August 12th, 2001 led by married couples and a priest, "a lifeline for troubled Marriage". For info. and registration, please call Holy Family Retreat House, Oxley at: 1-800-705-6253.
A weekend of renewal, for separated, divorced and widowed persons. This program hopes to create an opportunity to come together to re-evaluate themselves and move to the future with renewed hope. The next weekend is planned for October 19-21, 2001. For more information, please call Larry at (519)322-1219 (Windsor Area only)
St. Mary's Annual Parish Festival in London: On behalf of St. Mary's Church and the Parish Festival Committee, we would like to invite anyone interested in sharing in this event in honour of "Madonna Della Libera" (Our Lady of Freedom). On Sunday, August 5th, 2001 at 3:00PM there will be a high Mass in Latin followed by a procession. After the final benediction there will be an evening of socializing in the Church Hall and grounds. Food and refreshments will be available at modest prices. Hope to see you there. St. Mary's Church is located at 345 Lyle St., London, Ontario, phone # (519)434-9122.
We received the Masses and Donations to St. Anthony's Parish in memory of Antonios Tannous and Adele Laba. We thank you for your generosity and may God rest their souls in peace and grant consolation for their families and relatives.
Congratulations to Jamie Duane Maksoud and Tara Lynne Comartin who were united in the Holy Bonds of Matrimony on Saturday, July 28, 2001 in St. Anthony's Parish. May God bless them both and give them a long and happy life together .
The Transfiguration of the Lord
August 6th
The Divinity of Christ was made manifest to Sts. Peter, James and John when Jesus appeared before them on Mount Tabor and his face and clothing shone radiantly. His appearance before the apostles was a confirmation to them of his relation to the Church and his role as the Son of God. A feast in honour of the Transfiguration has been celebrated in the Christian Churches of the East since the fifth century. In the Middle Ages, as interest grew in the Holy Land and the Various sites connected with the life of Jesus, this feast was established in the Western Roman Empire.
Lord Jesus Christ, through your Transfiguration on the Mount, strengthen our hearts lest they be broken by the scandal of the Cross. Enlightened by your grace, may we share in the brightness of your glory.
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