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March 28th, 2004
Sunday of the Blind Man
“Jesus, Son of David, have mercy on me. My teacher let me see again.” (Mark, 10: 50)
Gospel: Mark 10: 46 – 52
Readings: 2 Corinthians, 10: 1 – 7 Healing the blind is one of the signs of the close coming of the Kingdom according to Isaiah. Jesus reminded them of that in the Synagogue in Nazareth, and when He sent to John the Baptist an answer with the disciples.
This miracle is very important and significant in Mark’s Gospel because it comes after the sons of Zebedee, who couldn’t see the Messiah, ask for a special place for themselves in heaven.
On the way to Jerusalem, everyone recognizes his blindness toward Jesus’ secret. They sternly ordered the blind man to be quiet, fearing that his cry would stop or delay their arrival to Jerusalem. Jesus stopped and called him in the same way He calls everyone to walk with him on the path of salvation. Jesus asks them constantly: “What do you want me to do for you?”
For this reason, Jesus tried many times to deliver them from the temptation of victory and authority that control their senses. He guided them to enter in the sacrament of Salvation. Jesus invites us to walk with him.
Last Week's Collection $ 4,053.07
Leamington Ministerial Association invites all the Christians to pray for each other. This week we pray for St. Paul’s Lutheran Church
Masses & Celebrations during the week: Week Ending Sunday April 04, 2004 Sun. March 28th 2004 Sunday of the Blind Man
10:00AM
Yasmine Youssef & Her parents & Brothers (Family)12:00PM
George Yammine & Khalil & Salwa Nouhra (Michel Nouhra & Family)7:00PM
Meditation Hour before the Crucifix
Mon. March 29th, 20045:30PM
St. Joseph’s Prayers6:00PM
Antoune Nohra (Lorraine Nohra)
Tue. March 30th, 20045:30PM
St. Joseph’s Prayers6:00PM
Youssef Raheb & Wife Alia & Daughters Milia Hanne & Theresa
(Boula & Theresa Raheb)
Wed. March 31st, 20045:00PM
Mother Mary’s Prayers6:00PM
Miryana Yacoub & Husband & Deceased Children (Bakhos Jacobs & Family)6:30PM
St. Joseph’s Prayers.7:00PM
Visit of Our Lady of the Cape. Rosary Prayers & Litany & Blessing @ the Residence of Tony Raheb, 46 Worchester Ave., Leamington, (519) 326-5896
Thu. April 1st, 20045:30PM
St. Charbel’s Prayers6:00PM
Hanna Tannous Obeid & Wife & Deceased Children & Grandson (Family)
Fri. April 2nd, 20045:30PM
Sacred Heart Prayers6:00PM
Youssef Jraige & All his Deceased (Sadie Jraige)6:30PM
Stations of the Cross
Sat. April 3rd, 20041:00PM
Holy Cross Procession from Leamington United Mennonite Church to St. Anthony’s Parish. Police will be securing the Procession.2:30PM
Children’s Easter Egg Hunt & Party
Sun. April 4th, 2004 Palm Sunday10:00AM
For the intentions of All Parishioners12:00PM
For the intentions of All Parishioners6:00PM
Salat Elhash
Comunity News & Events Week Ending Sunday April 04, 2004 Palm Sunday Celebration:
Next Sunday, April 4th, we celebrate Palm Sunday. The Masses will be celebrated at 10:00AM & 12:00PM for the intentions of all Parishioners. An outdoor procession will take place during both Masses. Everyone is welcome.
Thanks:
We would like to thank all those who helped during the preparation for St. Joseph's Feast. We thank all the ladies for the dessert table and all those who helped prepare the Church Hall for the reception. May God bless you all and give you and your families the health and strength through the intercession of St. Joseph the Patron of the families.
Carrying the Cross:
To bear witness to our unity as Christians who follow Jesus, we will carry the Cross in a procession from Leamington United Mennonite Church, 78 Oak St. East to St. Anthony's Parish through Lutsch St. The Procession will start at 1:00PM from Leamington United Mennonite Church. All are welcome. The Cross will remain in our Parish for Palm Sunday Celebration.
Children's Easter Party:
St. Anthony's Parish will celebrate the 3rd Annual Children Easter Party on Saturday April 3rd, 2004 from 1:00 to 5:00PM. Kids from J. K. to Grade 8 are all invited to join in the fun. The party will start at 2:30PM with the Easter Egg Hunt. At 3:30PM the kids will enjoy a great selection of goodies as well as fun and festive Easter Activities. Please sign up your names on the sheet provided at the Church Entrance.
Pilgrimage Tour:
St. Anthony's Parish is organizing a Pilgrimage Tour to France and Italy for the occasion of the Hardini's Canonization from May 9 to May 19, 2004. Please call the Church at 322-2282 to register. Don't miss out on the pilgrimage of a lifetime.
First Communion Preparation Courses Every Friday from 5:00 to 6:30PM
Children's Arabic Choir Friday 4 to 5:30PM
Easter Play Practice:
Saturday from 2:30 to 3:30PM and Sunday from 4:00 to 5:00PM. Please be there on time.
Organist:
St. Anthony's Parish is in need of an organist for Sunday Masses & Other celebrations. If you have knowledge in playing the Organ, and you are interested, please contact us at 322-2282.
Arabs Elvis Alaa Zalzali:
World Stars Entertainment proudly presents The Arabs Elvis Alaa Zalzali on March 28, 2004 at the Caboto Club, 2175 Parent Ave., Windsor. Also featuring Tracy & Suha Malak. Tickets: $ 55.00 CND. (No dinner) , $ 80.00 CND. (Dinner & Hot drinks). Doors open @ 7:30PM. Dinner served @ 8:30PM sharp. For reservations call Karim @ (519) 971-9075 or (519) 919-3151.
Called, Gifted & Sent Training Session:
The Diocese of London is organizing at day for you on Thursday April 15, 2004 from 9:30AM to 3:00PM at Blessed Sacrament Parish, in Chatham. Called, Gifted & Sent offer training for: Regional Trainers, Lay Minister, Priests and CGS Coordinators. For more information, please contact Maria Sanchez-Keanne (519)433-0658. RSVP by April 5th, 2004.
Coping with relationship loss:
A healing program for the newly separated or divorced. 10 week program dealing with the grief and the initial stages of separation and divorce. Program looks at: stress, loneliness, anger, self-image, and the importance of personal growth. Start date: Thursday, April 15, 2004, 6:45PM to 9:30PM at John XXIII Centre, 2275 Wellesley Ave., Windsor. For more info or to register, contact Sandra at 735-5152.
Men's Anger Management:
Shalom Counselling Services presents Men's Anger Management every Thursday (ongoing) from 7:00 to 9:00PM at the Community Service Centre, 215 Talbot St. East, Leamington. Group Leader: Russell Bailey. Cost $ 200.00 for 8 Sessions, payable at 1st meeting. For registration, call Shalom Counseling Services # 326-3778, ext. 3.
Women's Self -Esteem Group:
Shalom Counselling Services present Women's Self-Esteem Group. A 10 Week group from 7 to 9PM starting Wednesday April 7, 2004 at Faith Mennonite Church, 269 Sherk St., Leamington. Group Leader: Monica Schartner-Hansen and Tanya DeJong. Cost: $ 200.00 payable at 1st meeting. For more information and to register call 326-3778.
Prayer to redeem lost time O my God, source of all mercy, I acknowledge Your sovereign power. While recalling the wasted years that are past, I believe that You, Lord, can in an instant turn this loss to gain.
Miserable as I am, yet I firmly believe that You can do all things. Please restore to me the time lost, giving me Your grace, both now and in the future, that I may appear before You in white garments.
Amen.
"St. Teresa of Avila"
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