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June 6th, 2004
First Sunday after Pentecost, Trinity Sunday “Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit” (Matthew 28: 17)
Gospel: Matthew 28: 16 – 20
Readings: 2 Corinthians 13: 11-13 Jesus talked to them saying: “Baptize them in the name of the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit.” The Father created heaven and earth. The Son Jesus is the one that the prophets have talked about.
He taught us God’s laws and showed us His glory through miracles and forgiveness of sins. He asked us to leave everything for Him. The Spirit teaches the Church reminding us of what Jesus said.
The Father is a sacrament, Jesus himself is a sacrament; but we are not facing a wall but through the light of Jesus’ teachings, we can unveil the secrets of the Father and the Son. God is the Father: He creates us, protects and takes care of us. God is the Son: He became a man for us; He died on the Cross then was risen to save us.
God is the Holy Spirit: He sanctifies us, reminds us of Jesus’ teachings. Three persons who love each other to the limit of unity. Christianity is not knowledge but it is life. The secrets of life are not known by a scientist or a philosopher but by a good person. For this reason, the Pharisees and the high priests refused the word of God. Their hearts were blinded.
They were afraid to be saved. The Church prayers and rites, especially the Holy Mass, remind us that we are ONE in Christ. Only through love we reflect the image of God.
Last Week's Collection $ 1,301.00
Leamington Ministerial Association invites all the Christians to pray for each other. This week we pray for Leamington United Church
Masses & Celebrations during the week: Week Ending Sunday June 6, 2004 Sun. June 6th First Sunday after Pentecost, Trinity Sunday
9:00AM
Antonio Santos (Georgina Martinho)11:00AM
Antonios Nohra (6 Mths. Mem. Mass) (Family)
Mon. June 7th , 20046:30PM
Sacred Heart Rosary & Litany7:00PM
Louie Thomas (Paul & Adele Thomas)
Tue. June 8th , 20046:30PM
Sacred Heart Rosary & Litany & Reading7:00PM
Gebrael Hssairati & Deceased Family Members (Simon Sarkis & Family)
Wed. June 9th, 20045:300PM
Mother Mary’s Prayers6:30PM
Sacred Heart Rosary & Litany & Reading7:00PM
Antonios Bakhos Nohra (Max Jacobs & Family)
Thu. June 10th, 2004 Corpus Christi, St. Rafca’s Feast6:30PM
Sacred Heart Rosary & Litany & Reading7:00PM
Thanksgiving Mass to St. Rafca (Donated)7:30PM
Outdoor Procession
Fri. June 11th , 20046:30PM
Sacred Heart Rosary & Litany & Reading7:00PM
Boula Mikhail (Family)
Sun. June 13th, 2004 Second Sunday after Pentecost, St. Anthony of Padua9:00AM
Antonios & Maryin Najem & Rangi Khalife & Son Yacoub & Granddaughter Rangi (Abdallah Khalife & Family)11:00AM
Antonios Youssef Elbaresh ( 4 Yrs. Mem Mass) (Family)
Comunity News & Events Week Ending Sunday June 6, 2004 Corpus Christi:
We celebrate the Feast of Corpus Christi on June 10th. The Mass will be celebrated at 7:00PM followed by an outdoor procession. Please bring flowers to sprinkle during the procession. Also on June 10, we celebrate the Feast of St. Rafca. All are welcome to attend.
Welcome:
We would like to welcome Rev. Father Louis Wehbe who is visiting St. Anthony’s Parish. May God bless him and give him the health and strength to continue his mission.
Parish Council Meeting:
Sunday June 6th, 2004 from 7:00 to 8:00PM.
Trip to St. Anne:
If you would like to visit St. Anne in Quebec, St. Peter’s Church, in Windsor is offering the opportunity to travel for 3 days starting July 9, 10 & 11. Cost is $ 300.00 per person. $ 100.00 deposit non refundable. Deadline is June 15, 2004. Please call 973-7240 for more information or to register.
Please mark your calendars for our next Bingo Session which will be held on Thursday June 10th, 2004 at 12:30 & 6:30PM at the Leamington Bingo Country, 14 Mill St. East, Leamington. For more information, please call Mrs. Gladys Tannous at 326-7642. Thank you.
Arabic Choir:
Will take place on Friday June 11th , 2004 from 4:00 to 5:30PM
Congratulations:
Congratulations to James Tatomir & Adriana Raffoul who received the Sacraments of Baptism & Confirmation on Sunday May 30th, 2004 in St. Anthony’s Parish. May God bless them with their families and give them a long and happy life.
Father’s Day:
St. Charbel Ladies Altar Society is holding a Father’s Day Party on Saturday June 19, 2004 at Cardinal Sfeir Hall. Entertainment by: Chadi Naddaf & Band. Lebanese Cuisine, Cash Bar. Tickets $ 45.00/Person. Doors open at 6:00PM. If interested, call St. Charbel Church at (519) 972-0761.
Silent /Live Auction:
Pasta Supper, at St. John’s Anglican Church, 60 Erie St., North, Leamington, on Saturday June 19, 2004 at 6:00PM Door Prize $ 100.00. Must be present for draw to win. Admission. Adults: $ 10.00, Children under 12 - $5.00, Chidlren under 5 free. Tickets are available by calling 326-3111 or 326-4042. All are welcome.
Our Deepest Sympathies:
Our deepest sympathies to the Elias Family for the loss of Louie Elias who passed away in Windsor on Tuesday, June 1st, 2004 at the age of 77. The Funeral Mass was held on Friday, June 4th, at St. Charbel’s Parish, Oldcastle. May God rest his soul in peace and grant consolation for his family and relatives in Windsor and Leamington.
St. Pius X’s prayer to the Holy Spirit Holy Spirit, divine Spirit of Light and love, I consecrate to You my understanding, my heart and my will, my whole being for time and for eternity.
May my understanding be always submissive to Your heavenly inspirations and to the teachings of the Holy Catholic Church, of which You are the infallible Guide.
May my heart be ever inflamed with love of God and my neighbour; may my will be ever conformed to the divine Will, and may my whole life be a faithful imitation of the life and virtues of Our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ, to whom with the Father and You, Holy Spirit, be honor and glory forever.
Amen.
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