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Sunday March 26th
Sunday of the Paralytic Man
Gospel: Mark 2: 1 – 12
Readings1 Timothy 5: 24, 6:5 In this Gospel reading, Marks talks about the enthusiasm that Jesus stirred in the people in Capernaum. They were amazed by the power he used to teach, heal the sick and cast out demons. In this town that became Jesus’ and after he came to visit them, everyone knew him and they gathered to hear his teachings.
Four men came, bringing to him a paralyzed man. Because of their perseverance, the reader feels that he is carrying the paralyzed with them. We face a faith that challenges even Jesus.
This faith makes them dig even harder in the ceiling. No one thought about the forgiveness of sins. All they thought about was the physical healing. Nobody heard “Your sins are forgiven.”
No one expected a show of this kind. Jesus said to them, “Why do you raise such questions in your hearts? Which is easier to say to the paralytic, ‘Your sins are forgiven,’ or to say, ‘Stand up and take your mat and walk.’
This miracle opens our hearts on the Spirit’s work in our hearts. If we don’t accept Jesus in our lives, nothing will change in our hearts. We will continue to watch without understanding.
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Leamington Ministerial Association invites all the Christians to pray for each other. This week we pray for Calvary Baptist Church Masses & Celebrations during the week:
Sunday of the Paralytic Man
أحد المُخلَّع
Sun. March 26th, 2006
Ø 9:30AM: Zouein & Abi Nakhoul Deceased Family Members.
Ø 11:00AM: Sarkis Boula Boutros (Fernando & Jania Martins & Family)
Ø 3:00PM: Boula Tannous (Mem. Mass ) (Family)
Mon. March 27th, 2006
Ø 10:00AM: Rosary Prayers (4 Mysteries)
Ø 5:30PM: St. Joseph’s Prayers.
Ø 6:00PM: Boula Mikhail & Deceased Family Members (Family)
Tue. March 28th, 2006
Ø 5:30PM: St. Joseph’s Prayers.
Ø 6:00PM: Elias & Claude Obeid (Youssef Obeid)
Wed. March 29th, 2006
Ø 4:45PM: Mother Mary’s Prayers.
Ø 5:45PM: St. Joseph’s Prayers.
Ø 6:00PM: Youssef Estephan Boutros & Wife & Deceased Children & Grandchildren (Marie Youssef)
Thu. March 30th, 2006
Ø 5:30PM: St. Joseph’s Prayers.
Ø 6:00PM: Souad Haifa (Mr. & Mrs. Mike Malkoun)
Fri. March 31st, 2006
Ø 5:30PM: St. Joseph’s Prayers. .
Ø 6:00PM: Antonios Hanna Sarkis & Wife Kounslie (Family)
Ø 6:30PM: Stations of the Cross.
Sun, April 2nd, 2006
Sunday of the Blind Man
أحد الأعمى
Ø 9:30AM: Sarkis Nohra Daoud & Deceased Brothers & Sister-in-law Shamma
(Boula & Theresa Raheb)
Ø 11:00AM: Boula Laba (40 Days Mem. Mass) (Family)
Ø 9:30AM: Zouein & Abi Nakhoul Deceased Family Members.
Ø 11:00AM: Sarkis Boula Boutros (Fernando & Jania Martins & Family)
Ø 3:00PM: Boula Tannous (Mem. Mass ) (Family)
Community News & Events During This Week
Ø Marriage Preparation Course: All couples planning on getting married in St. Anthony’s Parish during 2006, have to complete a marriage preparation course. The first available date is: at St. Michael’s Parish, in Leamington, Thursday & Friday March 23 & 24 from 7 to 10PM, Saturday March 25 from 12 to 5:00PM & Saturday April 8th, 2006 and will take place at John XXIII Centre in Windsor. Please call: 254-2090 for more information.
Ø NAM Convention: The NAM Convention, Chicago, July 5 – 9, 2006 is open for persons aged 14 and up. The Patriarch of Lebanon Cardinal Nasrallah Boutros Sfeir will be present at the Convention. For more information, please check the website: nam2006chicago.com.
Ø Our deepest sympathies to the Issa family for the loss of Sister Clautilde Issa who passed away in Lebanon at the age of 64. A Memorial Mass was held on Monday, March 20th, 2006 at St. Anthony’s Parish. May God rest his soul in peace and grant consolation for her family and relatives.
Ø Also our heartfelt sympathies go out to the Tannous Family for the loss of Boula Tannous who passed away in Venezuela at the age of 73. A Memorial Mass is held for the rest of his soul at St. Anthony’s Parish today Sunday March 26, 2006. May God rest his soul in peace and grant consolation for his family and relatives.
Ø Our deepest sympathies to the Nabout family for the loss of Youssef Nabout who passed away in Lebanon at the age of 79. A Memorial Mass will be held today for the rest of his soul today, Sunday March 26, 2006 at St. Peter’s Parish, Windsor. May God rest his soul in peace and grant consolation for his family and relatives.
Ø Easter Egg Hunt: St. Anthony’s Parish is having an Easter Egg Hunt for all the Children J. K. to grade 8 on Saturday April 8th, 2006 starting at 1:00PM. Please sign up your names on the sheet provided at the Church Entrance.
Ø Bingo Session: Wednesday, Friday March 31st, 2006 at 1:00PM.
Ø First Communion: Friday, 5:00 to 6:30PM.
Ø Easter Play Practice: Monday & Thursday 4:30 to 5:30PM.
Ø Knights of Mary: Saturday, 4:30 to 5:30PM.
Ø Meghan Agosta Night: On March 29, 2006, the town of Leamington in conjunction with Cardinal Carter is planning a special “Meghan Agosta Night” to honor her outstanding achievements. We are starting the night with our annual Law Enforcement Hockey Game featuring Leamington Police and the Cardinal Carter Cougars. Game starts at 6:30PM and tickets are only $3.00 per person. All proceeds will go to the Special Olympics. Free autographed pictures will be given to the first two hundred ticket purchasers. Tickets for the buffet dinner will be $15.00 adult;$10.00 students and seniors; and children under 12 will be free. Please contact our main office at 322-2804.
Ø Knights of Columbus News:
- Zone Meeting: April 1, 2006 at St. Michael’s Church, Leamington at 10:00AM.
- Executive Meeting: Tuesday, April 4, 2006 at 7:00PM at the Church Hall.
- General Meeting: Tuesday April 4, 2006 at 7:00PM at 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.
- Car Raffles, tickets are available with the KOC Members to purchase $ 2.00 per ticket, proceeds toward the Arthritis Society of Canada. Tickets will also be sold at the Canadian Superstore on Sunday March 26 between 10:00AM and 5:00PM.
- Euchre Game: District Tournament, third round in Kingsville, on April 16th, 2006. Cost $ 12.00 includes Dinner at 7:00PM. The Game will start at 8:00PM. We need at least 12 players. We encourage all members to get involved. Final day of tournament is May 11, 2006 at Leamington Lebanese Club.
- 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.
St. Gabriel, Archangel, March 26
Holy Scripture speaks of angels as ministers of God in human affairs. St. Michael defended the honor of God against satan. St. Gabriel announced to Mary the coming of Jesus. St. Raphael guided Tobias on his journey and brought healing to Tobit, his blind father. As servants of God, the angels are instruments of God’s hidden providence. They preserve us from harm, give God’s wisdom and strength to humanity, and accompany us on our journey through life.
We thank you, Lord with all our hearts; in the presence of your angels we bless you.
Psalm 23
You, Lord, are my shepherd; I shall not want. In green meadows you give me repose; beside restful water you lead me; you refresh my soul. You guide me in right paths for your name’s sake. Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I fear no evil; for you are at my side; with your rod and your staff you comfort me. You prepare a feast for me in the presence of my enemies; you anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows. Surely goodness and kindness will follow me all the days of my life; and I shall dwell in the house of the Lord my whole life long.
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