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Sunday of the Paralyzed Man March 2nd, 2008
Gospel: Mark 2: 1 – 12
Readings: 1 Timothy 5: 24, 6:5 Today we are before the spectacle of “A paralyzed man carried by four men… they removed the roof above him; and after having dug through it, they let down the mat on which the paralytic lay.”
The incident resembles that of a funeral, a spiritual one. Jesus was at home, the humanity home. He lives with us in history under one roof. He is the word. He was teaching the crowd about the Lord’s word. He gives himself for us.
His words testify for his life, that is why he is honest. “The Son of Man has authority.” He teaches us about his life and he lives by his teachings. It was reported that he was at home. “So many gathered around that there was no longer room for them, not even in front of the door.” They gathered out of curiosity or maybe just to listen to his teachings.
Are they true believers? All humanity drowns when in sin. Jesus is the only saviour. He came to save us all. Only five men were not among the crowd. Four men carrying a paralyzed man on his death bed. The four men represent the Church in four sides of the world, which carries the sinners bringing them to Jesus who heals and gives life instead of death given by sin.
Collection
Last week’s Collection: $ 2,577.19
Fund Raising Goal: $ 250.000.00
$ 4,867.23: Total Received (After loan payment)
For the next phase of our plan.
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Leamington Ministerial Association invites all the Christians to pray for each other. This week we pray for Wheatley United Church Masses & Celebrations during the week:
Sunday. March 2nd, 2008
Sunday of the Paralyzed Man
أحد المُخلّع
9:30AM: Antoine Dekkan (Ricardo & Ghada Kantati & Family)
11:00AM: Assaad & Maria Raffoul & Daughter-in-law Claudette (Mr. & Mrs. Mike Mikhail)
1:00PM: Baptism: Julianna Jacobs.
Monday, March 3rd, 2008
9:00AM: Rosary Prayers (4 Mysteries)
5:00PM: Passion & St Joseph’s Rosaries.
5:30PM: Devotion Prayers to St. Joseph.
6:00PM: Elias Toufic Saad (Family)
Tuesday, March 4th, 2008
5:00PM: Passion & St Joseph’s Rosaries.
5:30PM: Devotion Prayers to St. Joseph.
6:00PM: Youssef Saleh Abbas & Wife Najibe (Nehmetallah Nehmetallah & Family )
Wednesday, March 5th, 2008
5:00PM: Devotion Prayers to Mother Mary.
6:00PM: Emile Obeid (Mr. & Mrs. Charles Raheb)
Thursday, March 6th, 2008
Blessed Sacrament Adoration Day.9:00AM: Rosary Prayers (4 Mysteries)
10:15AM: Devotion Prayers to St. Charbel.
10:45AM: Devotion Prayers to the Sacred Heart.
11:00AM: Blessed Sacrament Adoration Hour.
12:00PM: Blessing & Conclusion of the Day.
5:00PM: Passion & St Joseph’s Rosaries.
5:30PM: Devotion Prayers to St. Joseph.
6:00PM: Youssef Tannous Youssef & Wife & Deceased Children (Max Abraham)
Friday, March 7th, 2008
3:00PM: Divine Mercy Chaplet.
5:00PM: Passion & St Joseph’s Rosaries.
5:30PM: Devotion Prayers to St. Joseph.
6:00PM: Suzanne Andary (Sadie Jraige)
6:30PM: Stations of the Cross.
Sunday, March 9th, 2008
Sunday of the Blind Manأحد الأعمى
9:30AM: Cancelled for this Sunday.
11:00AM: Boula Gebrail (1 Yr. Mem. Mass) (Family)
3:00PM: John Eid (40 Days Mem. Mass) (Family)
This Weeks News & Events
St. Joseph: March is the month consecrated for prayers to St. Joseph. We will pray St. Joseph’s Prayers every evening at 5:30PM. All are welcome to come and pray to the Patron Saint of the Family.
Ordination: Subdeacon Michel Kassas will be ordained to the Deaconate today, March 2nd, 2008 at 12:00pM at St. Maron Cathedral, Montreal. We wish him all the best on his journey to priesthood and we ask the Lord to bless him.
Easter Play Practice: Will take place every Monday & Wednesday, 4:30 to 5:30PM. Please be there on time. This year’s play will be led by Mrs. Vicki Tawil.
Masses In Memory: We received the Masses in memory of Hanna Eid. We thank you all for your generosity. May God rest his soul in peace and grant consolation for his family.
Youth Group Events & Activities:
- Movie Night: Friday, March 7th, 2008 at 6:00PM for all children. Sign up your names on the sheet at the Church entrance.
- Youth Group Meeting: Every Wednesday at 7:30PM.
First Communion: The First Communion Preparation Courses will take place every Thursday, from 4:30 to 6:00PM. Please bring your book “Called to His Supper.”
Bingo: Wednesday March 5th, 2008 at 1:00 & 7PM.
Marriage Preparation Courses: All couples planning on getting married in our Church in the upcoming year are asked to attend a Marriage Preparation Course. St. Michael’s Parish will be offering the course on April 10, 11 & 12, 2008: Thursday, 7 – 9PM, Friday, 7 – 9PM, Saturday, 1 – 4 PM ending with a Mass at 5PM. To register you can pick up the registration form at Anthony’s secretary office, and after you fill in the registration from and detach it and either mail, fax or hand deliver to St. Michael’s Parish, 29 Elliott St., Leamington, ON N8H 3M4. Fax number: (519) 326-2644. Fee: $75.00 per couple.
Volunteers needed: The Hospice of Windsor & Essex County is looking for volunteers to provide support & friendly visiting to our patients. We currently have openings for volunteers in the following areas:
- Visiting in the patient’s home and/or hospital.
- Driving patients to appointments or the wellness Center at Hospice.
- Phone call support (This can be done from your home.)
- Hospice Residential Home (Onsite Hospice, for reception, cooking, patient care)
- Lottery Booth Attendants (At Casino Windsor)
- All volunteers are required to complete orientation, screening and training requirements are set out by the Hospice of Windsor & Essex County Inc.
For further information, please contact Marianne Angus at (519) 974-7100 Ext. 2203.
World Day of Prayer: Celebrate GUYANA! God’s wisdom provides new understanding. World Day of Prayer 2008. Worship Service Information: Friday March 7th, 2008 at 1PM @ St. Michael’s Catholic Church, 29 Elliott St., Leamington. Phone Number (519) 326-2643. All are welcome.
Knights of Columbus News:
- March 2nd, 2008: 1st & 2nd Degrees at 1:00PM, Council 8919 Fr. Paul Watson. (See April 6 for alternative date)
- March 4th, 2008: Executive Meeting, Church Hall at 7PM.
- March 18th, 2008: General Meeting, Church Hall at 7PM.
- March 21st, 2008: Bingo Session at 7PM.
- March 26th, 2008: Euchre Kingsville Council. Dinner at 7PM, Euchre Game at 8PM.
- March 28th – 29th, 2008: Tootsie Roll Fundraiser jointly with St. Michael (Chair Reg Campbell)
- March 29th, 2008: St. Peter’s Maronite Council 5th Anniversary Dinner at St. Peter’s Church Hall at 6PM. DJ, Raffle & Entertainment. ($ 25.00/Ticket)
- April 1st, 2008: Executive Meeting, Church Hall at 7PM.
- April 6th, 2008: 1st & 2nd Degrees, 1PM, District 21, Council 2110 Amherstburg Hall.
- April 12th, 2008: General Meeting, Church Hall at 7PM.
- April 16th, 2008: Euchre Amherstburg Council. Dinner at 7PM, Euchre Game at 8PM.
- April 18th, 2008: Bingo Session at 7PM.
- April 20th, 2008: 3rd Degree. 1PM, District 76, Council 4375 Fr. Nicholas Point.
- April 23rd, 2008: District Meeting hosted by St. Anthony’s 13797 at 7PM at Church Hall.