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Sunday April 16th, 2006
Easter Sunday
Gospel: Mark 16: 1 – 8
Readings: 1 Corinthians 15: 12 – 26 The angel is a sign of God’s intervention. He rolled back the stone. His appearance was like lightning which enlightens and hits. It hit the guards who became almost dead.
He enlightened Mary Magdalene and the other Mary. The angel unveiled to them the news about the Resurrection and sent them to proclaim it.
Jesus’ Resurrection is an incident from the past but its effects are present in our world today. It is given to all people. Those who don’t believe see nothing in it but stupidity.
They become dead before it. For us, it is a sign of trust in the Lord who doesn’t leave those who fear him mystified or perplexed. Before experiencing the Resurrection, the two women went to the tomb.
The angel appeared to them saying: “I know that you are looking for Jesus who crucified. He is not here.” They went to the place where Jesus was buried after being crucified.
They considered the word of the Cross as final. The divine intervention transformed them. They conquered their fear and ran to share the good news with the others.
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Leamington Ministerial Association invites all the Christians to pray for each other. This week we pray for Knox Presbyterian Church Masses & Celebrations during the week:
Easter Sunday
Sun. April 16th, 2006
Ø 12:00Mid: For the Intentions of All Parishioners.
Ø 11:00AM: For the Intentions of All Parishioners.
Mon. April 17th, 2006
Ø 10:00AM: Rosary Prayers (4 Mysteries)
Ø 5:30PM: St. Anne’s Prayers.
Ø 6:00PM: Philip Raffoul (Mr. & Mrs. John Jraige)
Tue. April 18th, 2006
Ø 5:30PM: St. Anthony’s Prayers.
Ø 6:00PM: Elias & Claude Obeid (Youssef Obeid &Family)
Wed. April 19th, 2006
Ø 5:00PM: Mother Mary’s Prayers.
Ø 6:00PM: Souls in Purgatory (Maria Santos)
Thu. April 20th, 2006
Ø 5:30PM: St. Charbel’s Prayers.
Ø 6:00PM: Fr. Antoune Obeid (Antoune Obeid)
Fri. April 21st , 2006
Ø 5:30PM: Sacred Heart Prayers.
Ø 6:00PM: Mikhail Sarkis Elbaresh & Wife Maryin & Deceased Family Members (Maryin Gebrael)
Sun, April 23rd, 2006
First Sunday after the Resurrection
الأحد الجديد
Ø 9:30AM: Hanna Raffoul (40 Days Mem. Mass) (Family)
Ø 11:00AM: Nouhad Nassar (1 Yr. Mem. Mass) (Family)
Community News & Events During This Week
Dear Friends and Parishioners,
Christ is risen. He is risen indeed!
I would like to extend my warmest wishes for the Easter Season. Our Lord Jesus is the reason for our joy. He is the light of our lives. He is risen to make us worthy to be called children of God.
Let us proclaim the Good News to all. Let us be the light that shines and brings joy to others. Let us bring our hearts to the fountain, the way, the truth and the life.
Happy Easter.
Fr. Elie Zouein, P.P.
Ø Our most sincere thanks to all those who donated so generously and helped selflessly for the Easter Season Preparation and all the volunteers who helped in any way possible to make this season a holy one. Thank you all for a job well done. May God bless you all and keep you safe with your families.
Ø Easter Monday: Wednesday, April 26th, 2006 a t1:00 & 7:00PM.
Ø First Communion: Friday, 5:00 to 6:30PM.
Ø Knights of Mary: Saturday, 4:30 to 5:30PM.
Ø Silent Walk: On Sunday, April 23rd, 2006 Leamington Area Right to Life is sponsoring a peaceful walk to Leamington District Memorial Hospital to express concern for abortion. Meet at 3:00PM at the Leamington Christian Centre, 98 Elliott St. (1st Street east of Leamington High School). Rev. Brad Wilson will give a short talk. Drive to the parking lot across from the High School where the walk begins at 3:40PM. Rain or Shine. The First Baptist Church, the usual meeting place, was not available on April 23rd, 2006. For inquiries please call 325-0929.
Ø School Council Fundraiser: Cardinal Carter Catholic Secondary School will have a School Council Fundraiser Dinner/Dance/ Silent Auction on Saturday April 29, 2006. Reception at 5:30PM, Dinner at 6:30PM. The event will take place at the Portuguese Club. Tickets: $ 25.00 Adult, $ 12.50 Child (5 – 12). To purchase tickets contact: Cardinal Carter School Main Office at 322-2804 or the Portuguese Club at 326-556.
Ø Holy Hour: In conjunction with the Marian Movement of Priests of Toronto, the Annual Marian Movement of Priests’ Cenacle Mass for Windsor and area will be held at Assumption Church on Wednesday May 3rd, 2006. Mass will begin at 7:00PM followed by a Holy Hour with reflection and prayer in the form of a cenacle. Fr. George Beaune will be presiding. All are welcome. For information please call: Mrs. Dora Doig at 972-6936.
Ø Knights of Columbus News:
- General Membership Meeting: Tuesday April 18, 2006 a 7:00PM at the Church Hall. During this meeting a nomination for the new executives for the year 2006 – 2007 will be called and an election will take place in May. Date and time to be announced.
- 1st Degree Initiation: April 23, 2006 there will be a 1st Degree K o C Initiation into our council. This event will take place at St. Anthony’s Church Hall. Registration at 1:00PM, Degree starts at 1:30PM. Membership applications are available at K o C Mail box at the Church Entrance or from any or our Council Members. This is a good opportunity to become a member and contribute to our community.
- Euchre Game: District tournament, Fifth and final round in Leamington, Council # 13797 on May 11, 2006. At the Leamington Lebanese Club, Cost$ 12.00 includes dinner at 7:00PM and game at 8:00PM. We need at least 12 players. We encourage all members to attend.
- Membership Dues: Reminder to all members to pay their membership dues $ 45.00/Year. Please contact Brother John Semaan at 322-0609 or 322-5747.
Resurrection Prayer
O Lord Jesus Christ, you are the true God. You are the light of the world. You are our Lord and our God. You were nailed to the Cross, and through your pierced side, we have all been healed. You descended into hades, and shattered its bonds.
You raised those who were long dead, granting life to them. You embittered hades. You were raised from the dead in order to grant salvation to all; to scatter your enemies; and for those who hate you, to fell from before your face.
You were raised in order to raise with yourself the whole world, each and everyone. Amen.
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