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Sunday of the Announcement to Zechariah.
أحد يشارة زكريا
November 16th, 2008
Gospel: Luke 1: 1 – 25 Readings: Romans 4: 13 – 25
After starting the walk of consecration and renewal, and after taking off the old and wearing the new, he Church enters today the world of announcements. The good news does not begin with Jesus but with John the Baptist.
This first announcement prepares us for the great one. God’s promise is kept. His promise is executed. St. Luke mentioned in the beginning of the Gospel that Zechariah and his wife were together in this situation which they can not surpass, because they were getting on in years.
During that period of time, being barren was thought to be the consequences of sins. The woman who didn’t have a child lived in disgrace because every woman was to bear the Messiah.
This was the point of view of the people of that era. God’s point of view was different. This family was not the fruit of rage or revenge.God himself remembered the father in his mercy by sending his angel to give the greatest news of all. She bore a child and kept it a secret because the greatest joys are lived in silence. This family was no longer barren but fruitful.
Collection Last week’s Collection: $ 2065.00 Fund Raising Goal: $ 250.000.00
$ 11,550.00: Total Received (After loan payment)
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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 Leamington Evangelical Mennonite Church
Masses & Celebrations during the week:
Sunday, November 16th , 2008
Sunday of the Announcement to Zechariah
أحد بشارة زكريا9:30AM: Marianne Gerges & Nael Safar (Naom Family)
11:00AM: Claude Obeid (12 Yrs. Mem. Mass) (Family)
Monday, November 17th, 2008
9:00AM: Rosary Prayers (4 Mysteries)
5:45PM: Faithfully Departed Prayers.
6:00PM: Special Intention (Donated)
Tuesday, November 18th, 2008
5:45PM: Faithfully Departed Prayers.
6:00PM: Antonio Murracas & Natarcia Carmo (Isabelle Barbosa)
Wednesday, November 19th, 2008
5:00PM: Devotion Prayers to Mother Mary.
6:00PM: Youssef Eid & Wife Najiye & Deceased Family Members (Family)
Thursday, November 20th, 2008
8:30AM: Santos Deceased Family Members (Family)
9:00AM: Faithfully Departed Prayers.
Friday, November 21st , 2008
3:00PM: Divine Mercy Chaplet.
5:45PM: Faithfully Departed Prayers.
6:00PM: Youssef El Raheb & Wife Alia & Deceased Family Members (Antonios Raheb)
Sunday, November 23rd , 2008
Sunday of the Announcement to Mary.
أحد بشارة العذراء9:30AM: Antonios Sarkis Youssef (Family)
11:00AM: Antonios Youssef (1 Yr. Mem. Mass) (Family)
1:00PM: Baptism: Leah, Andrea & Joelle Zammata
This Weeks News & Events
Youth Group Meeting: Monday, November 17th, 2008 from 7:30 to 8:30PM.
First Communion: The First Communion Celebration for this year, will take place on Saturday, May 2nd, 2009 @ 3:00PM. This date was chosen so the First Communion Celebration won’t interfere with other plans the parents might have.
Sts. Sarkis & Bakhos: Pictures of Sts. Sarkis & Bakhos are available in our Church. Any donation is gratefully appreciated. All proceeds go to Sts. Sarkis & Bakhos’ Church in Tourza, Lebanon.
Frankenmuth: St. Anthony’s Youth Group is organizing a Trip to Frankenmuth in Michigan.
If you are interested, please sign up your name on the sheet provided at the Church entrance. The trip is open for all parishioners.
It will take place on Saturday December 13th, 2008. Cost $ 45.00. It includes transportation and buffet dinner. Deadline for sign up is November 28th. Contact Samia Abbas @ (519) 326-1748 for more information.First Bann Between: Antonios Abraham & Crystal Amond.
Bingo Sessions: Monday, November 24th, 2008 @ 12:00 & 6:00PM.
Knights of Columbus News:
- At Christmas we honour the birth of Jesus Christ. At times our Saviour is forgotten in the commercialization of the season and the rush to get ready for the holiday festivities.
Each year the Knights of Columbus take a leading role in reminding society that Christmas is first and foremost a holy day. This year the Knights of Columbus will be selling Religious theme Christmas Cards following both Masses on Sunday, November 16th, 2008. There is a limited supply, so don’t miss out on this opportunity.
- General Meeting: Tuesday, November 18th, 08 @ 7PM. All members are encouraged to attend.
- Christmas Dinner for our members and their families Tuesday December 2nd, 08 following 6PM Mass.
- Monday Night Volleyball 6:30PM for our K of C members and their wives.
- A reminder to our community: Our 4th K of C Annual Banquet will be held on January 31st, 2009. Tickets will be available in the very near future.
Lebanon Independence Day, November 22nd
On November 22nd, Lebanon celebrates its independence, which took place on November 22nd, 1943 from League of Nations mandate under French administration. Lebanon (10,425 Sq. Km) is a Middle Eastern Country, bordering the Mediterranean Sea, between Israel & Syria. Beirut is the Capital of Lebanon. Our current President of the Republic is General Michel Sleiman. Lebanon is famous for its tourist area. Lebanon’s climate makes skiing, swimming and other activities very enjoyable.
New Seven Wonders: Vote for the New 7 Wonders of the World. Go to www.new7wonders.com, to “Vote Here”. Press “Vote for your nominee” and follow the instructions. Vote for Jeita Grotto & Cedars of Lebanon. Participate in choosing the next 7 Wonders of the World. Currently Jeita Grotto’s rank is 26 and the Cedars’ rank is 29.
Prayer for the sick
Dear Jesus, Divine Physician, alleviate our worry and sorrow with your gentle love. Dear God, we place our worries in your hands. We place our sick under your care and humbly ask that you restore your servant (…) to health again. Above all, grant us the grace to acknowledge your holy will and know that whatever you do, you do for the love of us. Amen.