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April 20th, 2003

Easter Sunday

Readings: 1 Corinthians , 15: 12 - 26 Gospel: Matthew,28: 1-26 (English & Lebanese) The conclusion of the Holy Week is the Resurrection. Jesus is risen, and His Resurrection is the subject of our faith. St. Paul declared in his first letter to the Corinthians: "If for this life only we have hoped in Christ, we are of all people most to be pitied." Before death, we have to believe that we are children of the Resurrection, that we are children of the Resurrection, that we are invited to carry the hope of Resurrection to our community. We ought to be strong; we have to conquer not by our strength but by the power of the One who was victorious over death destroying the gates of hell. Today, the salvation is shining, life triumphs, and the Church is risen with the presence of those from afar and nearby. Jesus, who became a sin and damnation for us when He was crucified, destroyed our disobedience by His obedience. He conquered our rebelliousness and sin by His love. Jesus was victorious over death by dying. He made the arrogance disappear and the earth reconcile with heaven. Death became a life of grace for all faithful. Last Week's Collection: $ 5,150.00 Thank you for your continued support and generosity. May God bless you and your families. Masses & Celebrations during the Week: Sun. Apr. 20th 12:00AM For the Intentions of All Parishioners 12:00PM For the Intentions of All Parishioners Mon. Apr. 21st 12:00PM Antonios Badaoui (Family) Tue. Apr. 22nd 5:30PM St. Anthony's Prayers. 6:00PM Sarkis Mikhail Elbaresh & Wife Marie & Deceased Children Antonios & Theresa Jabbour (Marie Youssef) Wed. Apr. 23rd 9:00AM Rosary Prayers 5:00PM Mother Mary's Prayers 6:00PM Father Boutros Obeid & Wife Natalie & Son Rev. Father Antoune Obeid &Grandson Claude Obeid (Antoune Obeid) Thu. Apr. 24th 5:30PM St. Charbel's Prayers 6:00PM All Forgotten Souls (Iskandar & Salwa Jabbour) Fri. Apr. 25th 5:30PM Sacred Heart Prayers 6:00PM Louie Youssef (Family) Sun. Apr. 27th 10:00AM Michael Boutros (3 Years Mem. Mass) (Family) 12:00PM Sarkis Boula Boutros (1 Yr. Mem. Mass) (Family) 1:30 Baptism: Jordan Youssef 4:30PM Baptism: Marielle Nehmetallah

Leamington Ministerial Association invites all the Christians to pray for each other. This week we pray for Faith Everlasting Congregation

Dear Friends & Parishioners, Christ is risen, He is risen indeed! I would like to extend my warmest wishes for the Easter Season. Our Lord Jesus is the reason of our joy. He is the light of our lives. He is risen to make us worthy to be called children of God. Let us proclaim the Good News to all. Let us be the light that shines and brings joy to others. Let us be a true image of Jesus the Lord of love and peace. Let us bring our hearts to the fountain, the way, the truth and the life. Happy Easter. Father Elie Zouein, P. P. Our most sincere thanks to all those who donated so generously and helped selflessly for the Easter Season preparation: Flowers, Chocolate Eggs, P. A. System and all the volunteers who helped in any way possible to make this season a Holy one. We also would like to thank St. Anthony's Youth Group for preparing and organizing the Children Easter Party and the Adoration for Holy Thursday. May God bless you all and keep you safe. First Communion Meetings will take place on Friday, April 25, 2003 with Mrs. Jihane Mouawad and Mrs. Ghada Kantati. Thank you. Bulletin Advertising: We have spaces available in our Church Bulletin if you are interested in advertising your business. Cost $ 70.00 for 6 months and $ 120.00 for a year. Thank you in advance for supporting your parish. Please call the Church Office at 322-2282 for information. Please mark your calendars for our next Bingo sessions which will be held on Wednesday, April 30th, 2003 at 12 :30PM, 6:30 & 9:30PM at the Leamington Bingo Country, 14 Mill St. East, Leamington. For more information, please call Mrs. Gladys Tannous at 326-7642. Thank you. 2003 V-Ball Championship Inter-Parish Invitational: St. Peter's Maronite Catholic Church of Windsor, Ontario is hosting the 2003 V-Ball Inter-Parish Invitational on the weekend of May 17th, 2003. In order for this event to be successful we would require volunteers, players and sponsors. Your help is very much appreciated. For more information, please call St. Peter's Parish at 973-7240. Silent Walk & Vigil: Leamington Area Right to Life is organizing a Silent Walk & Vigil on Sunday April 27, 2003. They will meet a the First Baptist Church, corner of Talbot West and Fox Sts. At 3:00PM Bishop Eugene LaRocque will give a short talk. We depart at 3:30PM for the hospital for a brief Silent Vigil during which a wreath will be laid in memory of all unborn children killed by abortion. Refreshments will be served after the walk which will take place come rain or shine. Cardinal Carter News: Earth Day Horticulture, Tree planting April 20, 2003 Parent Teacher Interviews: April 24, 2003, 5:00PM - 8:00PM. Catholic Education Week: April 27th to May 2nd, 2003 P. A. Day: April 25th, 2003. Resurrection Prayers O Lord Jesus Christ, You are the true God. You are the light of the world. You are our Lord and our God. You were nailed to the Cross, and through Your pierced side, we have all been healed. You descended into Hades, and shattered its bonds. You raised those who were long dead, granting life to them. You embittered Hades. You were raised from the dead in order to grant salvation to all; to scatter Your enemies; and for those who hate You, to flee from before Your face. You were raised in order to raise with Yourself the whole world, each and everyone. Amen.

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