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June 1st, 2003
Fifth Sunday after Resurrection Readings: Colossians, 2: 6 - 15
Gospel: John, 20: 19-25
This Sunday, we listen to St. Paul saying to the Colossians, "You were buried with Jesus in Baptism; you were also raised with him." God's Presence require faith not doubt from his disciples, apostles and all those who believe in him, including John, Thomas, the disciples of Emmaus.
After Jesus was dead and buried, the disciples felt like orphans, like sheep without a shepherd. They were dominated by sadness and disappointment. They left everything and followed him. Just when they lost hope, and being behind closed doors, they see Jesus with them, showing them his hands and feet returning hope to their aching hearts. In the Acts of the Apostles, they chose Matthews to replace Judas the traitor who delivered Jesus to death. By doing so, the number was complete; the Church became complete and able to continue the work of Jesus after he was out of sight and covered by a cloud.
The Church continues Jesus' work through the Sacraments. Jesus continues to allow us to share in his banquet of bread, wine and forgiveness he gives to the apostles. Jesus appeared to his disciples giving them peace, joy and forgiveness not for a special time or age but forever. The Church will carry his holy wounds bearing witness to his presence in the world.
Last Week's Collection: $ 4363.00Thank you in advance for your help and support. Thank you for your continued support and generosity. May God bless you and your families.
Masses & Celebrations during the Week:Sun. June 1st
9:00AM
Louie Thomas (Family)11:00AM
Najiya Eid (Mem. Mass) (Family)
Mon. June 2nd6:00PM
St. Anne's Prayers6:30PM
Sacred Heart Rosary & Litany7:00PM
Sarkis Mikhail Elbaresh & Wife Marie & Deceased Children Antonios & Theresa (Marian Gebrael)
Tue. June 3rd6:00PM
St. Anthony's Prayers.6:30PM
Sacred Heart Rosary & Litany7:00PM
Claude Obeid (Youssef Obeid)
Wed. June 4th9:00AM
Rosary Prayers6:30PM
Sacred Heart Litany & Rosary7:00PM
Hanna & Eugenie Yacoub(Family)
Thu. June 5th9:00AM
Blessed Sacrament Adoration Day.9:05AM
Mother Mary's Prayers10:00AM
St. Charbel's Prayers10:30AM
Sacred Heart Prayers11:00AM
Blessed Sacrament Adoration Hour.12:00PM
Blessing & Conclusion the Day6:30PM
Sacred Heart Rosary & Litany7:00PM
All Souls (Hanna Eid)
Fri. June 6th6:30PM
Sacred Heart Rosary & Litany7:00PM
Hnain & Wife Shamma & Daughters Marian & Najibe
(Bakhos Aziz & Family)
Sun. June 8th9:00AM:
Youssef & Shamma Nohra (Antonios Nohra & Family)11:00AM:
Antonios Youssef Elbaresh (3 Yrs. Mem. Mass) (Family)
Leamington Ministerial Association invites all the Christians to pray for each other. This week we pray for Calvary St. Mary's Anglican Church Pentecost Sunday: Next Week we celebrate Pentecost Sunday. Blessing of the water will take place during both Masses at 9:00 & 11:00AM. Please bring your own container.
Volleyball Registration: If you are interested in joining St. Anthony's Parish Volleyball Team, please register your name on the sheet provided at the Church Entrance.
Summer Time Masses Schedule: Starting June 1st, Sunday Masses will take place at 9:00 & 11:00AM. Weekdays Masses will be celebrated in St. Anthony's Parish at 7:00PM. All are welcome.
Youth Dance at Leamington Lebanese Club, on Friday June 6th, 2003 from 7:00 to 11:00PM for youth grade 5 to 8. Admission $5.00. All are welcome.
Please mark your calendars for our next Bingo Sessions which will be held on Tuesday June 3rd, 2003 at 12:30, 6:30 and 9:30PM at Leamington Bingo Country, 14 Mill St. East. For more information please call Mrs. Gladys Tannous @ 326-7642. Thank you for your support.
Talent Show: If you have a talent in music, dancing or any other form of art, and you are in grad 6 and up, please register your name at the sheet provided at the Church entrance.
Church Étiquette: Please wear with respect to the House of God when you come to the Church. Please DO NOT wear sleeveless tops, thin spaghetti strapped tops. DO NOT wear mini skirts or extra short skirts. Than you for your cooperation.
First Banns Between: Frank Cinicolo Jr. & Paula George
Kindergarten Registration École St. Michel: Junior Kindergarten Registration for École St. Michel, Leamington, continues the weeks of June 1st and 8th, 2003. If you would like your child to receive a French language education, please contact the principal at 326-6125. Parents should bring the child's proof of age, Birth Certificate, Baptismal Certificate, Immunization Record and Health Card. Both, the Junior Kindergarten and the Senior Kindergarten programs at École St. Michel are Full Day/Every Day Programs.
École St. Michel Fair: You are invited to the Third Annual École St. Michel Fair on Wednesday June 4th, 2003, 4:00 to 7:30PM. In case of rain, Thursday June 5th, 2003. Bake Sale, Beverages, BBQ, Inflatable fun, Clowns, Mini-Golf, Petting Zoo, Face painting, Tattoos, and much, much more! Admission: $ 1.00 Child, $ 2.00 Adult. Various Games, Lots of Prizes to be won. For your comfort bring blankets and or lawn chairs. All are welcome.
The Topics of the Maronite Synod:
Theological Introduction: Church of Hope, an act of Faith for our world.
File One: Identity of the Maronite Church, vocation and Mission.
File Two: Pastoral Renewal in the Maronite Church in persons.
File Three: Maronite Church in today's world.
File Four: Laws and Rules of the Maronite Church.
File Five: Maronite Church and its expansion in the worldFor more information please visit the website: www.maronitesynod.org
Cardinal Carter Catholic Secondary School News:
Arts Awards Banquet: June 6, 2003 at Colasanti's Tropical Gardens.
Our deepest sympathies to the Eid Family on the loss of Najiya Eid who passed away in Lebanon on May 27, 2003 at the age of 77. The Memorial Mass is held today at St. Anthony's Parish at 11:00AM. May God rest her soul in peace and grant consolation for her family and relatives in Lebanon and Canada.
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