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May 30th, 2004

Pentecost Sunday

“If you love me, you will keep my commandments. I will not leave you orphans. I am coming to you.” (John 14: 17)

Gospel: John 14 15 – 20

Readings: Acts 2: 1-13

This Pentecost Sunday, fifty days after the Resurrection, all secrets from the Resurrection are revealed to us. We are filled with the Spirit; we see through the eyes of the Risen One’s Spirit. It is great to enter a new Pentecost, as the ones saved by the blood of the Lamb, with the apostles. Let us welcome on the feast of the coming of the Spirit, like Mother Mary and the disciples, God’s gifts into our hearts through the Spirit of sanctity, understanding and knowledge, the Spirit that filled the world, the Church and all nations with God’s plentiful graces. Let us welcome into our hearts the bliss of repentance, hope, and salvation to become witnesses to the love that never fails. The Christianity, since early ages, was an adventure of love. Jesus raised the humanity to the generous light of love from the dirt of history and the dust of everyday life, by coming to earth. Jesus gave this mission to his disciples whom he chose. When they were weak and doubtful, he sent them the Holy Spirit. Bless us Lord, as you blessed your Church through the Spirit. Make us carriers of your justice and truth.

Last Week's Collection $ 1,153.00

Leamington Ministerial Association invites all the Christians to pray for each other. This week we pray for St. Michael’s Parish

Masses & Celebrations during the week: Week Ending Sunday June 6, 2004

Sun. May 30th Pentecost Sunday 10:00AM Therese Abou Risk (Tony Trad & Family) 12:00PM George & Bassam Obeid (Family) 1:30PM Baptism: James Tatomir 2 :30PM Adriana Raffoul Mon. May 31st, 2004 6:30PM Rosary & Litany 7:00PM Raheb & Nohra Deceased Family Members (Boula & Therese Raheb) Tue. June 1st , 2004 6:30PM Sacred Heart Rosary & Litany & Reading 7:00PM Gergy & Haifa Nakhle (Antoune Obeid) Wed. June 2nd , 2004 5:300PM Mother Mary’s Prayers 6:30PM Sacred Heart Rosary & Litany & Reading 7:00PM Theresa Sleiman (Paul & Adele Thomas) Thu. June 3rd, 2004 Blessed Sacrament Adoration 9:00AM Rosary Prayers (4 Mysteries) 10:00AM St. Charbel’s Prayers 10:30AM Sacred Heart Prayers 11:00AM Blessed Sacrament Adoration Hour 12:00PM Blessing & Conclusion of the Day 6:30PM Sacred Heart Rosary & Litany & Reading 7:00PM Youssef Saleh Zeiter & Wife & Daughter & Granddaughter & Daughter-in-law (Family) Fri. June 4th , 2004 6:30PM Sacred Heart Rosary & Litany & Reading 7:00PM Hind & Fahim Abdallah (Donated) Sun. June 6th, 2004 First Sunday after Pentecost 9:00AM Antonio Santos (Georgina Martinho) 11:00AM Antonios Nohra ( 6 Mths. Mem Mass) (Family)

Comunity News & Events Week Ending Sunday June 6, 2004

Summer Masses: Starting June 1st, Masses will be celebrated at 9:00 & 11:00AM on Sunday. Weekday Masses will be celebrated in St. Anthony’s Parish, starting at 6:30PM with Sacred Heart Rosary & Litany & Reading with Mass to follow at 7:00PM. All are welcome. Pentecost Sunday: This week we celebrate Pentecost Sunday. Blessing of the water will take place during both Masses, at 10:00AM & 12:00PM. Don’t forget your water container. Bingo: 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 4th , 2004 from 4:00 to 5:30PM Congratulations: Congratulations to Natasha Ann Sarkis who received the Sacraments of Baptism and Confirmation on Sunday May 23rd, 2004 in St. Anthony’s Parish. May God bless her with her family and give her a long and happy life. Fathers 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. If interested, call St. Charbel Church at (519)972-0761. Church Étiquette: Please respect the house of God by wearing decent clothes when in Church. Please turn off your cellular phones when in Church because it interferes with our P. A. System. Thank you all for your cooperation. May God bless you. May God you. Cardinal Carter Secondary School: On June 3rd, 2004 Cardinal Carter Catholic Secondary School is hosting a Day of Champions. This event is designed as a fun-filled day of games and activities for secondary students in life skills programs throughout Windsor and Essex County. They are seeking assistance from the community and are hoping your business would be willing to make a donation of any kind, in order to offset the cost of this event. Cheques can be made payable to Cardinal Carter S.S. All sponsors will be recognized on that day. For more information, please contact Mrs. Gava-Zompanti, Fundraising Chair at 322-2804. Thank you and God bless you. 25th Anniversary of Our Lady of Fatima: Come join us as we celebrate the 25th Anniversary of our Lady of Fatima at the Portuguese Club, Chatham, Ontario on June 12 and 13, 2004. Procession June 13, 2004 at 12:30PM. Mass to follow at St. Joseph’s Church, For more details contact the Portuguese Club at (519) 436-0040 Mass for the Deceased: Tuesday, June 8th, 2004 at 4:30PM at Heavenly Rest Cemetery, Resurrection Mausoleum. Celebrant Father Nicholas, Associate pastor of St. Alphonsus Seating Available. St. Michael’s Priests: Fr. Frank & Fr. Peter will be leaving St. Michael’s Parish. Another Pastor will be taking their place. We wish them the best of luck in their new journey. Youth Vocation Day: Is the Lord calling you to serve Him and His people as a priest? Give yourself some time to listen to the Lord, during a “Youth Vocation Day” at St. Peter’s Seminary. This invitation is extended to young men who are currently in grades 10 and 11 and wish to learn more about the seminary and priestly life. Please mark your calendars for Saturday, October 30, 2004. For information call Father Peter Wlusek at (519) 432-1824, ext. 213. Registration Fee: $ 20.00 payable to: “Diocese of London – Vocations Office.” The Visitation of Mary, May 31 Celebrated between the feasts of The Annunciation (March 25) and the Birth of John the Baptist (June 24), the feast of the Visitation originated in the Church of the Middle Ages. It recalls Mary’s visit to her cousin, Elizabeth, after the angel announced that she was to be the Mother of Jesus. Filled with the Holy Spirit, these two great women recognized the power of God at work in their midst. “Blessed are you among women.” Elizabeth said, “and blessed is the fruit of your womb.” My soul proclaims the greatness of the Lord, my spirit rejoices in God my Savior for he has looked with favour on his lowly servant. From this day all generations will call me blessed: the Almighty has done great things for me, and holy is His Name. He has shown the strength of his arm, he has scattered the proud in their conceit. He has cast down the mighty from their thrones, and has lifted up the lowly. He has filled the hungry with good things, and the rich he has sent away empty. Prayer of St. Therese of the Child Jesus Lord Jesus, I am not an eagle. All I have are the eyes and the heart of one. In spite of my littleness, I dare to gaze at the sun of love, and long to fly toward it. I want to imitate the eagles, but all I can do is flap my small wings. What shall I do? Whit cheerful confidence I shall stay gazing at the sun, till I die. Nothing will frighten me, neither wind nor rain. O my beloved sun, I delight in feeling small and helpless in your presence; and my heart is at peace.

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