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CONSECRATION OF THE CHURCH First Reading: Hebrews 9: 24 - 28 (English):
In this reading, St. Paul explains that Jesus did not enter a human made sanctuary. He entered heaven to appear before God on our behalf.Second Reading: Hebrews 9:1 - 10 (Lebanese):
In this reading, St. Paul talks about the sanctuary and the order in which the sacrifices were offered to God for the sins.Gospel: Matthew , 16: 13 - 20 (English & Lebanese):
In this Gospel reading, Jesus asks his disciples about the Son of man. He blessed Peter who revealed that Jesus was the Messiah, the Son of the Living God.Last Week's Collection
Total Collection $1,075. 50Thank you for your continued support and generosity. May God bless you and your families.
Masses &Celebrations during the Week:
Sun. Nov. 12th
10:00AM
Antonios Khalil Abraham & Brothers & Sisters
(Family)12:00PM
Youssef Sarkis Khalil (Mem. Mass) (Family)Mon. Nov. 13th
5:45PM
Rosary & Litany for Faithful Departed6:00PM
Louie Thomas (Paul & Adele Thomas)Tue. Nov. 14th
5:45PM
Rosary & Litany for the Faithful Departed6:00PM
Antonios Sarkis Youssef Elbaresh (Sam & Laura Youssef & Family)Wed. Nov. 15th
5:00PM
Rosary & Mother Mary's Prayers5:45PM
Rosary & Litany for the Faithful Departed6:00PM
Antoune Nohra (Antonio Youssef )
Thu.Nov. 16th
8:45AM
Rosary & Litany for the Faithful Departed9:00AM
Alia Raheb (Mary & Thomas Daniel)9:30AM
Rosary & St. Charbel's PrayersFri.Nov. 17th
5:45PM
Rosary & Litany for the Faithful Departed6:00 PM
Estephan Youssef Ghassibe(Donated)Sun. Nov. 19th
10:00AM
Youssef Mansour Jabbour (Family)12:00PM
Antonios Kaysar Yacoub(Tamine Yacoub)Leamington Ministerial Association invites all the Christians to pray for each other.
This week we pray for :
Leamington Christian Center
Thursday Mass: The Masses will be celebrated every Thursday at 9:00AM followed by St. Charbel's prayer at 9:30AM
Parent-Teachers Interviews on Thursday, November 16th, 2000, 5:00PM to 8:00PM at Cardinal Carter Catholic Secondary School Gymnasium. Report Cards will be distributed on November 15, 2000. Hope to see you there.
Diocese of London Chancery Office invites applications for the position of: Accounting Assistant. Responsibilities: provide accounting support to the Diocesan accountant, members of the Diocesan leadership and parish staff. This is a permanent full time position. Qualifications: Several years experience in an office setting, level 2 GGA or equivalent, advanced computer literacy and excellent organizational and communication skills are essential. The ideal candidate will be familiar with Diocesan structures and procedures. Interested persons should apply in writing to: Ms. Mary Smith, Offices of Ministry & Personnel, 2nd floor, Aquinas House, 1070 Colborne St., London, Ontario, N6A 4B3. Deadline for applications: December 4, 2000. Please indicate Chancery Accounting position.
Christmas Parade: On November 18, the Christmas Parade will take place in the Town of Leamington . Everyone is welcome.
Please inform us if you moved by calling 322-2282. This will keep our Church records accurate and Up-to-date. Thank you !
Volunteers needed: If you are interested in helping by doing community service in St. Anthony's Parish, please contact us at 322-2282. Thank you in advance for your help.
Best Pencil Painting: Paint the outside of St. Anthony's Church using a pencil and win $50.00 for the best pencil painting. Good luck to all.
History Books: For the 15th Year Anniversary of St. Anthony's Parish, we are planning on doing a history book about our Church. If you have information or pictures about the Church, please contact Mr. Tom Georges at 326-8488 or Mr. Louie Jraige at 326-1464.
Our deepest sympathy to the Raffoul family on the loss of Rachid Raffoul who passed away in Windsor on Friday, October 27, 2000 at the age of 98. A Funeral Mass was held in St. Sharbel's Parish on Monday, October 30, 2000 at 10:00AM. Our heartfelt sympathies go out to all his relatives in Windsor and Leamington. May God rest his soul in peace and grant consolation for his family and relatives.
Our heartfelt sympathies go out to the Khalil Family on the loss of Youssef Sarkis Khalil who passed away in Lebanon on Monday, November 6th, 2000 at the age of 90. A Memorial Mass was held in St. Anthony's Parish on Sunday, November 12, 2000. May God rest his soul in peace and grant consolation for his children and their families and all his relatives in Canada, Venezuela and Lebanon.
The Real Men in Black: Have you considered the Catholic Priesthood? St. Peter Seminary is hosting a Come & See Weekend on November 24 - 26, 2000. This Weekend begins with registration 7:00 - 7:30PM on the Friday evening. The cost is $20.00. To register or to get further information, please contact Fr. Pio Beorchia at the Vocations Office: (519)433-0658. Registrations are due November 20, 2000.
Investing and retiring Seminar: King's College is hosting a free seminar on Investing and retirement featuring Liz Young of C.M. Oliver Financial Corporation, on Tuesday, November 21, from 7 - 9 PM at King's College in the Student Lounge, 266 Epworth Ave., London. Learn about evaluating your retirement goals, examining sources of Income and Income needs, how to bridge the gap between needs and sources of income, the basics of RRIF's, LIF's, bonds, stocks mutual funds, pensions, annuities etc. To register, please call Amanda Baird at King's College (519)433-3491 ext. 4565. Light refreshments will be served.
Come & See Weekend: Sisters of the Precious Blood, November 24 - 26 , 2000. Are you a young, single woman discerning your vocation and sensing a possible call to the contemplative way of life? We welcome you to come and experience our Precious Blood Community Life first hand. Share in our prayer, work, leisure and hospitality at no cost or obligation. For information, please contact Sister Eileen Mary at (519)473-2499, or write to : Sisters of the Precious Blood, 301 Ramsay Road, London, On.. N6G 1N7.
Prayer for peace and Joy
Jesus, I want to rejoice in you always. You are near. Let me have no anxiety, but in every concern by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving I wish to let my petitions be made known in my communing with God. May the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, guard my heart and thoughts in you.
St. Anthony's Parish
Roman Catholic
Maronite Rite
November 8, 2000
Dear Friends,
Three years have gone by since the first day I started my mission in this Parish. So many projects and dreams came true thanks to our Lord and your generosity and great support. I am really proud of the co-operation that joined us to help this Parish grow in faith, in love and in prosperity. Thank you all for helping this Parish walk toward the future with great hopes and expectations.
I would like to present to you the accomplishments in this Parish since 1997:
ACCOMPLISHMENTS
PASTORAL: ADMINISTRATIVE: *Caring for the Youth of the Parish *Projection Machine /98 *Preparation for the Sacraments *Photocopy Machine (2) /98 & 99 *Volunteer Appreciation Day: *Wireless Microphone /98 *Dehumidifier machines (3) /98, 00 *Church Flags & Banners (9) /98, 99 & 00 *Pastoral & Spiritual Needs: *Computers (2) /98 *Indoor Church Cross /98 *Sacred Heart & St. Anne’s Statues /98 *St. Therese’ Statue (2) /98 & 99 *Baptismal Font /99 *Brochures on St. Anthony’s Parish /00 *Video Library /98 *Brochures on Our Lady of Lebanon Shrine /00 *Funeral Pall (2) & Chasuble /99 *St. Valentine’s & Mother’s & Father’s Day. *Church Vestments (Lebanon) /00 *Opening of the Jubilee Year Celebrations /00 *Church signs /99 *St. Anthony’s Website /00 *Donation of Pews to Haiti Mission & *Hospital Hope & Light /99 St. Elias in London /99 *Youth Jubilee Convention in Montreal /00 *Altar covers /99 *Teens Jubilee in London /00 *Two basketball nets /98 *St. Theresa’s Pilgrimage /99 *St. Anthony’s Logo /98 *Pilgrimage to Lourdes, Fatima & Spain /99 *Sanctuary Chairs /98 *Pilgrimage to Rigot & Lourdes & St. Joseph /98 *Hymnal Book holders on pews /98 *Pilgrimage to Fatima, Lewiston, N.Y. /00 *Flower & Flags stands /98 *Our Lady of Lebanon’s Feast /98, 99 & 00 *Church Liturgy books /98 *Tomato Festival & Christmas Parades & Parties *St. Anthony’s Bingo: T-shirts, Caps & *Parish Council Committees: Pastoral, Financial Signs /00 & Committee 2000 / 98 & 99 *Hiring: Secretary & Janitor /99 RENOVATIONS: *Church Carpet /97 *Church hall done in ceramic & painted/99 *Sanctuary remodeling /97 *Guest Room /00 *Ceramic Sanctuary around St. Anthony’s /98 *New air conditioner units (2) /99 *Stained Glass Windows /98 *CD player /99 *Rectory floor, ceramic tiles & painting /98 *Handicap Access /00 *Rectory furnishing /98 & 99 *Rectory Basement remodeling /99 Thank you again for your support and generosity. May God bless you and your families during the New Millennium. We hope that you will continue to help us to make our future plans a reality.
Sincerely yours in Christ,
EZ:rn Rev. Father Elie Zouein, P.P.
St. Anthony's Parish
Pastor
*N.B. :
Future Plans: Windows , remodeling Church entrance, St. Anthony's Parish History books & marriage preparation Courses.Statistics for the 3 years period:
Baptisms: 81
First Communion: 64
Marriages: 34
Deaths: 18
Website: http://www.stanthonysparish.com
280 Talbot St. East, P.O. Box 58 Leamington, ON. Canada
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