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Sunday of the Blind Man March 9th, 2008
Gospel: Mark 10: 46 – 52
Readings: 2 Corinthians 10: 1 – 7Healing the blind man is one of the signs of the close coming of the kingdom according to Isaiah. Jesus reminded them of that in the synagogue in Nazareth, and when he sent the answer to John the Baptist with the disciples.
This miracle is very significant in Mark’s Gospel because it comes after the sons of Zebedee, who couldn’t see the Messiah, ask for a special place for themselves in heaven. On the way to Jerusalem, everyone recognizes his blindness towards Jesus’ secret.
They sternly ordered the blind man to be quiet, fearing that his cry would stop or delay their arrival to Jerusalem. Jesus stopped and called him in the same way he calls everyone to walk with him on the path of salvation.
Jesus asks them constantly: “What do you want me to do for you?” For this reason Jesus tried many times to deliver them from the temptation of victory and authority that controlled their senses. He guided them to enter in the sacrament of salvation. Jesus invites us to walk with him.
Collection
Last week’s Collection: $ 1,453.11
Fund Raising Goal: $ 250.000.00
$ 5,067.23: Total Received (After loan payment)
For the next phase of our plan.
Please Remember St. Anthony's Church In Your Will.
Leamington Ministerial Association invites all the Christians to pray for each other. This week we pray for United Mennonite Church Masses & Celebrations during the week:
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)
Monday, March 10th, 2008
9:00AM: Rosary Prayers (4 Mysteries)
5:00PM: Passion & St Joseph’s Rosaries.
5:30PM: Devotion Prayers to St. Joseph.
6:00PM: Wajih & Badiha Tawil (Family)
Tuesday, March 11th, 2008
5:00PM: Passion & St Joseph’s Rosaries.
5:30PM: Devotion Prayers to St. Joseph.
6:00PM: Wajih Nohra (Mr. & Mrs. Bakhos Aziz )
Wednesday, March 12th, 2008
5:00PM: Devotion Prayers to Mother Mary.
6:00PM: Bakhos Jacobs (Mrs. Majdeline Boutros)
Thursday, March 13th, 2008
5:00PM: Passion & St Joseph’s Rosaries.
5:30PM: Devotion Prayers to St. Joseph.
6:00PM: Antonios & Frangie Jraige (Sarkis Kantarjian & Family)
Friday, March 14th, 2008
3:00PM: Divine Mercy Chaplet.
5:00PM: Passion & St Joseph’s Rosaries.
5:30PM: Devotion Prayers to St. Joseph.
6:00PM: Youssef Jraige (Family)
6:30PM: Stations of the Cross.
Sunday, March 16th, 2008
Palm Sundayأحد الشعانين
9:00AM: For the Intentions of all Parishioners.
11:00AM: For the Intentions of all Parishioners.
This Weeks News & Events
Holy Week & Easter Season Volunteers: All those interested in reading or helping during the Easter Season, please sign up your names on the sheet provided at the Church Entrance. Thank you.
Palm Sunday Candles: Are available at the Church, Monday to Friday, 8:00AM to 3:00PM.
Pastoral Parish Council will meet today, Sunday, March 9th, 2008 at 7:00PM.
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.
Youth Group Events & Activities:
- Movie Night: Tuesday, March 11th, 2008 at 3:00PM 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: Monday, March 24th, 2008 at 1:00 PM.
Congratulations to Julianna Jacobs who received the Sacraments of Baptism and Confirmation at St. Anthony’s Parish on Sunday, March 2nd, 2008. May God bless her with her family.
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: $75.00 per couple.
Knights of Columbus News:
- March 18th, 2008: General Meeting, Church Hall at 7PM.
- March 21st, 2008: Bingo Session at 7PM.
- March 26th, 2008: Euchre Kingsville Council. Dinner at 7PM, Euchre Game at 8PM.
- March 28th – 29th, 2008: Tootsie Roll Fundraiser jointly with St. Michael (Chair Reg Campbell)
- March 29th, 2008: St. Peter’s Maronite Council 5th Anniversary Dinner at St. Peter’s Church Hall at 6PM. DJ, Raffle & Entertainment. ($ 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.
The Living Stations: A reflection on the suffering of Christ present in the world today, The Living Stations of the Cross, Saturday, March 15th, 2008 at Labatt Hall, King’s University College, 7:30PM. Presented by: The Office of the Campus ministry at King’s University College, 266 Epworth Ave., London, ON. Phone # (519) 963-1477. Freewill donations for L’Arche London.
Prayer for Lent
Look upon me and hear my prayer during this holy season of Lent.
By the good works you inspire, help me to disciple my body and to be renewed in spirit.
Without you I can do nothing. By your Spirit help me to know what is right and to be eager in doing your will. Teach me to find new life through penance. Keep me from sin, and help me live by your commandment of love. God of love, bring me back to you. Send your Spirit to make me strong in faith and active in good works. May my acts of penance bring me your forgiveness , open my heart to your love, and prepare me for the coming feast of the Resurrection of Jesus. Amen.