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November 14th, 2004

Sunday of the Announcement to Zechariah

“Do not be afraid, Zechariah, for your prayer has been heard. You wife Elizabeth will bear a son.” (Luke 1:15)

Gospel: Matthew, 1: 1 – 25

Readings: Romans 4: 13 – 25

After starting the walk of consecration and renewal and after taking off the old and wearing the new, the church enters today the world of announcements. The good news does not start with Jesus but with John the Baptist. This first announcement prepares us for the great one. God’s promise is kept. His promise is executed. St. Luke mentioned in the beginning of the Gospel that Elizabeth was barren. We notice that Zechariah and his wife were together in this situation which they cannot surpass, because they were getting on in years. During that period of time, being barren was thought to be the consequences of sins. The woman who doesn’t have a child lived in disgrace because every woman waited eagerly to bear the Messiah. This was the point of view of the people of that era. God’s point of view was different. This family was not the fruit of rage or revenge. God himself remembered the father in his mercy by sending his angel to give the greatest news of all. She bore a child and kept it a secret because the greatest joys are lived in silence. This family was no longer barren but fertile. This fertility wasn’t only material but spiritual also. John was not an ordinary child. He was the closest image to Jesus. He grew like him in wisdom and intelligence. The hand of the Lord was with him.

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Masses & Celebrations during the week: Week Ending Sunday November 21, 2004

Sun. November 14th, 2004 Sunday of the Announcement to Zechariah   9:30AM Antonios Sarkis Youssef (Family)   11:00AM Litfallah Hanna & Wife Barjoute & Deceased Family Members (Sarkis Hanna)   6:00PM Blessed Sacrament Procession   Mon. November 15th, 2004 5:30PM St. Anne’s Prayers 5:45PM Faithful Departed Prayers. 6:00PM Hanna Elbathani & Wife Sabat & Daughter Montaha Sarkis (Boutros Daraiche)   Tue. November 16th, 2004 5:30PM St. Anthony’s Prayers   5:45PM Faithful Departed Prayers.   6:00PM Alice Saad (Nehmetallah Nehmetallah & Family) Wed. November 17th, 2004 4:45PM Mother Mary’s Prayers. 5:45PM Faithful Departed Prayers. 6:00PM Antonios & Frangie Jraige (Sarkis Kantarjian & Family) Thu. November 18th, 2004 5:15PM St. Charbel’s Prayers 5:45PM Faithful Departed Prayers. 6:00PM George & Bassam Obeid (Family) Fri. November 19th, 2004 5:30PM Sacred Heart Prayers 5:45PM Faithful Departed Prayers. 6:00PM Boula Mikhail & Parents & Deceased Brothers & Sister (Family)     Sun. November 21st, 2004 Sunday of the Announcement to Mary 9:30AM Mikhail & Shamma Jraiche (Jawad Jraiche & Family) 11:00AM Theresa Sleiman (1 Yr. Mem. Mass) (Family) 12:00PM Baptism: Steve-Anthony Baselj 2:00PM Baptism: Paul Tony Sarkis 6:00PM Blessed Sacrament Procession

Comunity News & Events Week Ending Sunday November 21, 2004

Light Bulb: We are updating the lighting system in our Church. You can participate in this project by donating $ 25.00 for each light. Thank you in advance for your help and support. Knights of Columbus: Our new project is to found Knights of Columbus group in our Parish. A Presentation will be held on Sunday November 14, 2004 during both Masses. Thank you in advance for your collaboration. Bingo: Please mark your calendars for our next Bingo Sessions which will be held at Leamington Bingo Country on Tuesday, November 23rd, 2004 at 12:30 & 6:30PM. For more information, please contact Mrs. Gladys Tannous @ 326-7642. Thank you. Congratulations: Congratulations to Jonathan George Raffoul who received the Sacraments of Baptism & Confirmation in St. Anthony’s Parish on Sunday, November 7th, 2004. May God bless him with his family. Congratulations to Janessa Marie Abraham who received the Sacraments of Baptism and Confirmation in St. Anthony’s Parish on Saturday November 13th, 2004. May God bless her with her family. Bulletin Advertisement: Spaces are available to advertise in our Parish Bulletin. If you are interested, please call the office at 322-2282. Advertising for 6 Months: $ 70.00 Advertising for 1 Year: $ 120.00 Holy Name of Mary Seasonal Concert Series: November 21st, 2004 at 7:00PM. Tickets $ 15.00, available at the door or the office at 252-1291. Featuring Local artists. Proceeds to Holy Name of Mary, Windsor Building Fund. Call the office for info. Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat: The Biblical Saga of Joseph and his coat of many colours comes to vibrant life in this delightful musical parable, on November 11, 12, 13, 19 & 20, 2004 @ 8:00PM at the Chatham Cultural Centre, 75 William St. North, Chatham, Ontario. Tickets are $ 18.00 Adult, $ 16.00 students and seniors, $ 12.00 children. For ticket information, please call 354-8338 or 1-866-807-7770. All are welcome. Young Adults Retreat: Sponsored by St. Gregory the Great Young Adults Group. Who: All young adults (Aged 18+). What: Stand up and be counted! Young Adults retreat. When: Friday November 19 @ 7:30PM until Sunday November 21 @ 4:30PM. Where: St. Gregory the Great Parish. Why: Because now is the time for young adults to stand up. For more information, please contact Chris Laforet (Windsor Area) @ 979-2698 or Amy Healy (County Area) @ 733-3974. Toss A Townie: The Salvation Army will be starting their annual Christmas Kettle Campaign soon. We NEED your help manning a kettle for 3, 2 or one hour shifts at various locations around Leamington, starting December 1st, until December 24th, 2004. Must be 16 years or older to volunteer. For information, please contact David Wallingford or Debbie Stuart at 326-4901. Since not everyone is able to give, we are asking the community to “TOSS A TWONIE or TWO” to make up for those who cannot. If you are interested in helping, please sign up your name on the sheet provided at the Church entrance. Thank you. Cardinal Carter Secondary School News: Parent Council Meeting: Wednesday, November 17, 2004 at 7:00PM Parent / Teacher Interviews: Thursday, November 18, 2004, 5:00 to 8:00PM. Dedication of the Churches of Sts. Peter & Paul, November 17 The two great apostles, Sts. Peter and Paul, are honoured today in the ancient churches where their bodies are buried. The Basilica of St. Paul and the Vatican Basilica of St. Peter were build originally in the fourth century and are reminders of the apostles who founded the Roman Church and are still its protectors. The early Christians marked the place where their founding apostles were martyred with special care. Peter, ancient sources report, was martyred on the Vatican Hill in 64 near the obelisk not far from the circus of Caligula and Emperor Nero. He was buried nearby in a cemetery. The Emperor Constantine erected the first basilica of St. Peter over the burial site in 326 while Sylvester was Pope. Later in 1626, the present basilica designed during the Renaissance was built. Recent excavations have uncovered the ancient burial place of Peter under the papal altar of this Church. Paul, according to tradition, was beheaded along the Ostian Way in 67. Constantine built a large basilica there over his grave in 386. It was rebuilt after a fire in 1823 according to its former measurements. The apostle’s grave is behind the basilica’s triumphal arch. Prayer of the Souls in Purgatory O gentle Heart of Jesus, ever present in the Blessed Sacrament, ever consumed with burning love for the poor captive souls in Purgatory, have mercy on them. Be not severe in Your judgements, but let some of Your Precious blood fall upon the devouring flames. And, Merciful Saviour, send Your angels to conduct them to a place of refreshment, light and peace. Amen.

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