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October 20, 2002

Sixth Sunday After the Holy Cross

Readings: Galatians 6:1-10 Gospel: Matthew, 25:14-30 (English & Lebanese): We notice in most of the Liturgical prayers, especially those used in remembrance of the Righteous and Just, a special attention is drawn to the talents, which we hear today in the Gospel. What is the true meaning of the talents in the life of the faithful community. It means many things. The Church considers the priests to be the trustful keeper of the talents that symbolize the word of the priest and his preaching. St. John considers the talents as the Holy Sacraments, the wisdom, the good example, the faithfulness, meekness, good reputation, truth, and justice. We, as faithful, are always on our guards to do commerce with our talents. We ask the Lord to give us true faith and to walk on the path of the Righteous and Just. St. Anthony also encouraged his disciples to persevere to the end saying: "Love Jesus with all your hearts, do not let greediness conquer you, stay away from false glory, pray ceaselessly and without boredom, sing the psalms, and always meditate on the principles of the Gospel and its teachings to avoid provocation of your Master's anger like the wicked slave. Last Week's Collection: $ 2,216.25 Thank you for your continued support and generosity. May God bless you and your families. Masses & Celebrations during the Week: Sun. Oct. 20th 10:00AM Ghazi Kairouz (Michael & Antoinette Jraiche) 12:00PM Boutros Saba & Deceased Family Members (Hanné Saba & Family) Mon. Oct. 21st 5:00PM Rosary 6:00PM Wajih Elias & Grandson Jimmy (Mr. & Mrs. Freddy Andary) Tue. Oct. 22nd 5:00PM Rosary 6:00PM All Forgotten Souls (Salwa & Iskandar Jabbour) Wed. Oct. 23rd 5:00PM Mother Mary's Prayers 6:00PM Sandi Yaldo, Assou, Shamita, Karjia, Batoul, Khokhou, Amira Arbou, Special Family Intentions (Family) Thu. Oct. 24th 5:00PM Rosary 5:30PM St. Charbel's Prayers 6:00PM Marie Sassine (Mrs. Warde Daher) Fri. Oct. 25th 5:00PM Rosary 5:30PM Sacred Heart Prayers 6:00PM Louie Mikhail (Mr. & Mrs. Sarkis Nohra) Sun. Oct. 27th 10:00AM Hanna Kairouz (Youssef Kairouz & Family). 12:00PM Sarkis Boutros (6 Mths. Mem. Mass) (Family) 4:00PM Procession to Our Lady of Lebanon Shrine.

Leamington Ministerial Association invites all the Christians to pray for each other. This week we pray for ST. Paul Lutheran Church

Jubilee Year of the Rosary: His All Holiness Pope John Paul II declared the year 2002 - 2003 the Jubilee Year of the Rosary. St. Anthony's Parish is opening the Year with the visit of Our Lady of the Cape from Quebec. Solemn Mass: On Sunday, October 27th, we celebrate a Solemn Mass at 12:00 Noon. We ask the Ladies to bring some sweets to the Church to give out to people who came to participate at the Mass. Thank you in advance for all your help. May God bless you all. Procession: At 4:00PM, Sunday October 27th, 2002 a procession will begin at St. Anthony's Parish passing through downtown Leamington to Our Lady of Lebanon Shrine. At 6:00PM, candlelight vigil will take place at the Shrine. Please bring flowers to sprinkle on the statue of Mother Mary at the Church and at the Shrine. Thank You. Daylight Saving Time ends on Saturday, October 26th. Please set one hour back on your clocks. Second Banns between: Joe Sarkis Saad & Maggie Aziz Tannous. First Communion: The Registration and practice sessions for First Communion in St. Anthony's Parish will take place after Christmas. First Communion will be celebrated during the Month of May. More details to follow. Bulletin Advertising: We have 2 spaces available in our Bulletin. If you are interested in advertising your business in our weekly Bulletin, please contact the office at 322-2282. Ad for 6 Months: $ 70.00, Ad for 1 Year: $ 120.00 Lebanese Classes started on Saturday October 5th, 2002 from 9:30 AM to 12:00PM at St. Louis School. All children are encouraged to register and attend. October is the month of prayer to Mother Mary: We will pray the Rosary every night at 5:00PM before the evening Mass. Everyone is welcome to attend. English Choir: All children interested in participating in the choir please register your names on the sheet provided at the Church entrance. The choir will be led by Mrs. Sharon Saad. Practice will take place every Wednesday 6:30 to 7:30PM. Our Lady of The Cape is coming from Cap-de-la-Madeleine, Quebec to visit and bless our Parish arriving on Sunday, October 27, 2002 until Sunday, November 10th, 2002. A special committee will meet on Monday, October 14th at 7:00PM to arrange all the details of the visit. Please see the Bulleting Board for more information. St. Mary (St. Peter) Choir and Orchestra Program in London, is celebrating its 35th Anniversary. All past and present students, parents, and friends of the Choir and Orchestra Program are invited to join in the celebrations marking 25 vibrant and memorable years. Please come reunite with friends from yesterday and today, Friday November 8, 2002 at 7:00PM, Mass at St. Mary's Church, London. Reception to follow at ST. Mary's School (Beside the Church). All are welcome. Halloween 2002 Fundraising for Children of the World: In forwarding 2002 Halloween Funds to UNICEF Canada, the diocese or School board is to request that the money this year again be used to immunize children in Mali against tuberculosis, polio, measles, diphtheria, whooping cough and neo-natal tetanus. Dioceses and school boards should also use the occasion to urge UNICEF Canada to continue doing all it can at the international level to ensure Catholic donors receive the necessary assurances that their contributions will not be used for programs that conflict with Catholic Moral principles. Congratulations to Michael Jerry Isase who received the Sacraments of Baptism and Confirmation on Sunday, October 13th, 2002. may God bless him with his family and give him a long life full of love and happiness. Congratulations to Steve Baselj and Jenny Raffoul who were united in the Holy Bonds of Matrimony on Saturday, October 12, 2002 in St. Anthony's Parish. May God bless them both and give them a long and happy life together full of love and respect for each other. Pastoral Worker: St. Anthony of Padua in Harrow, Ontario is searching for a pastoral worker to develop and coordinate a program of youth and adult education, to assume responsibility for coordinating Retreats. The successful candidate will have a graduate degree in Theology or in Liturgical or Religious Education, a recommendation from their Pastor and two other letters of recommendation. This is a part time salaried position with benefits. Resumes must be received by October 30, 2002 and can be sent to: Fr. Jan Pochwala, St. Anthony of Padua Parish, P. O. Box 3, Harrow, ON, N0R 1G0. Phone (519) 738-2556. Celebrating 30 Years! RCIA Workshop, November 9, 2002, 9:30AM - 3:00PM at St. Pius X Church, 777 Valetta St., London, Ontario. This workshop is facilitated by Catherine Ecker, and sponsored by the Diocesan RCIA Committee and Liturgy Office of the Diocese of London. Fees for the Workshop s $ 35.00 per person, which includes workshop materials, Resources and lunch. If you have questions, please contact the Liturgy Office at (519) 439-7991. Prayer for Our Lady of the Rosary Praise to Mary, Heaven's Gate, Guiding star of Christian's way, Mother of our Lord and King, Light and hope to souls astray. Mary, show your motherhood, Bring your children's prayers to Christ Christ, your Son, who ransomed man, Who, for us, was sacrificed. Mary, help us to live our faith So that we may see your Son; Join our humble prayers to yours, Till life's ceaseless war is won.

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