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December 16th, 2007
Sunday of The Announcement to Joseph
Gospel: Mathew 1:18 – 25
Readings: Ephesians 3:1 – 13 The announcement to Joseph is a saving event, celebrated by the Liturgy as a preparation for Jesus’ birth. Joseph, who will adopt Jesus and provide for him and his mother the protection and help, has the right to be informed by God about the secret of His Son’s incarnation.
The Gospel of Matthew describes for us Joseph’s personality which is clarified through few words said about him. He was righteous and he was looking for a solution to Mary’s situation without disobeying the laws which prevent him from adopting a child that is not his. He is from the family of David.
He understands the prophecies about the Messiah who is born from a virgin. Joseph is the man chosen to accompany Mary and care for her Son. He is ready to obey the orders of the angel of the Lord.
He is invited to remember the promise given to his father David a thousand years ago, that the Messiah was to be born from his offspring. Joseph, who was confused, is transformed after the angel’s words, to Mary’s partner in the secret she carries.
Joseph became committed to what the Lord has ordered. When he woke up, he did what was ordered by the Lord.
Collection Last week’s Collection: $ 2,028.01
Fund Raising Goal: $ 250.000.00
The second payment of the Loan ($ 16,800) was sent to Catholic Missions in Canada.$ 1,426.41: Total Received (After loan payment)
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Leamington Ministerial Association invites all the Christians to pray for each other. This week we pray for North Leamington United Mennonite Church Masses & Celebrations during the week:
Sun. December 16th, 2007
Sunday of the Announcement to Joseph.
9:30AM: Mikhail & Shamma Jraiche (Jawad Jraiche & Family)
11:00AM: Bakhos Jacobs (3 Years Mem. Mass) (Family)
2-5PM: Christmas Party @ St. Anthony’s Parish.
Mon. December 17th, 2007
Opening of the Christmas Novena.
9:00AM: Rosary Prayers (4 Mysteries)
5:30PM: Devotion Prayers to St. Anne.
6:00PM: Tannous SalimNohra & Wife Linda (Betty Georges & Family)
6:30PM: Christmas Novena.
Tue. December 18th, 2007
5:30PM: Devotion Prayers to St. Anthony.
6:00PM: Youssef Nohra & Wife Shamma (Family)
6:30PM: Christmas Novena.
Wed. December 19th, 2007
5:00PM: Devotion Prayers to Mother Mary.
6:00PM: Assaad & Maria Raffoul & Daughter-in-law Claudette
(Mr. & Mrs. Mike Mikhail)
6:30PM: Christmas Novena.
Thu. December 20th, 2007
5:30PM: Devotion Prayers to St. Charbel.
6:00PM: Youssef Yacoub Zakaria & Deceased Family Members
(Theresa Obeid & Family)
6:30PM: Christmas Novena.
Fri. December 21st, 2007
3:00PM: Divine Mercy Chaplet.
5:30PM: Devotion Prayers to the Sacred Heart.
6:00PM: Sarkis Boula Boutros & Brothers Elias & Joseph (Boula & Alice Boutros)
6:30PM: Christmas Novena.
Sun. December 23rd, 2007
Sunday of the Genealogy.
9:30AM: Tom Badaoui & Deceased Grandchildren (Mary Badaoui)
11:00AM: Brigadier General François Hajj (Mem. Mass) (Wassim Hajj & Family)
1:00PM: Baptism: Ann Marie Karam.
Community News & Events During This Week
Welcome: We would like to welcome to St. Anthony’s Parish Rev. Father Fadi Helwanji who will celebrate with us the Christmas Novena. May God bless him and keep him safe.
Christmas Novena: will start tomorrow, Monday December 17th. 2007 at 6:30PM following the evening Mass. All are welcome to attend as we prepare for the birth of our Lord.
Our deepest sympathies to the Hajj Family and the Lebanese Army for the loss of Brigadier General François Hajj who was assassinated in Lebanon on Wednesday, December 12, 2007. A Memorial Mass will be held for the rest of his soul in St. Anthony’s Parish on Sunday, December 23rd, 2007 at 11:00AM. May God rest his soul in peace and grant consolation for his family and the families of all the Lebanese army victims.
Please pick up your 2008 Envelopes at the Church Entrance.
Christmas Party: St. Anthony’s Parish Christmas Party will take place today Sunday December 16th, 2007, from 2 to 5PM. Please sign your names on the sheet provided at the Church entrance. All children are welcome to come and see Santa!!!
Bingo: Wednesday, December 19th, 2007 @ 7:00PM.
Knights of Columbus News;
- Dec. 18th, 2007: General Meeting at Church Hall at 7PM.
- Marian Prayer Program: Tuesday, December 18th, 2007 at 7:00PM, the Marian Prayer Program, featuring image of our Lady of Charity will be at our Parish for prayers starting at 7PM. All parishioners are invited to join the K of C members of our council in an hour of prayers. Our K of C General meeting will start immediately after the prayer program.
- Jan. 16th, 2008: Euchre Harrow Council (1st Council Competition. Others to follow)
- Jan. 19th, 2008: Basketball Free Throw (Chair John Semaan) at St. Louis School. Completion begins at 9AM.
- Jan. 26th, 2008: St. Anthony’s KC 13797 3rd Annual Banquet at Lebanese Club. Cocktails at 6PM, Dinner at 7PM. Tickets are $28/person ($ 15 kids under 12). There will be DJ entertainment, raffles and door prizes. Further details to follow. Keep this date open on your calendar. Everyone is welcome.
Cardinal Carter Catholic Secondary School News:
- Grade 8 Information Night: Thursday, January 17th, 2008 at 7:00PM at Cardinal Carter Auditorium.
- Parents & Students Welcome: All Grade 8 Parents and Students welcome including students and parents from local public and French Language elementary schools.
- Grade 8 Dance: Your son/daughter is invited to the Grade 8 Dance which will take place in the Cardinal Carter School Gymnasium from 7:00 to 9:00PM, while parents have the opportunity to explore our school and its many exciting program.
We look forward to seeing you soon.
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