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BIBLE STUDY
BAPTISM OF THE LORD:
Matthew: 3.13-17
Sunday, January 12
8:00 AM – † Esther Nunez
11 :30 AM – † Jovita & Domingo
Paqou
1 :00 PM – Gloria & family Thanksgiving & Special Intention
Monday, January 13
9:15 AM – † Adriano, Chiarina &
Francesco D’Agostino
Tuesday, January 14
9:15 AM – † Angela Chech &
Family
Wednesday, January 15
1:30 PM – Special Intention
7:00 PM – † Paul Horgan
Thursday, January 16
9:15 AM – † Daphne Pereira
Friday, January 17
9:15 AM – † Maria Urania Jacob
7:00 PM – † Antonio Rebelo
Saturday, January 18
9:15 AM – † Esther Nunez
5:00 PM – † Deacon Frank Sirianni
The mystery of Christ’s baptism in the Jordan by St John, the
Precursor, proposes the contemplation of an already adult Jesus.
This mystery is infinitely linked to the Solemnities of the Lord’s
birth and the Epiphany that we have just celebrated, as in some
ways it takes up and represents their significance to us.
At Christmas we have contemplated the human birth of the Word
incarnate by the Virgin Mary. In the 4th century, the Fathers of the Church deepened the
understanding of the faith with regard to the Christmas mystery in the light of Jesus’
Humanity. They spoke of the Incarnation of the Word already working like the
‘Christification’ of that humanity that he had assumed from His mother. Or put in
simpler terms: Jesus is the Christ from the first instant of conception in Mary’s spotless
womb because He Himself, with His Divine Power, consecrated, anointed and
‘Christified’ that human nature with which He became incarnate.
In the mystery of the Epiphany, we then meditated on Christ’s manifestation to all
nations that was represented by the Magi, the wise men from the East, who came to
adore the Child.
Now, in the mystery of Christ’s Baptism in the Jordan River, we again encounter and
represent the truth of the Lord’s incarnation and His manifestation as the Christ. Jesus’
Baptism is in fact His definitive manifestation as the Messiah or Christ to Israel, and as
the Son of the Father to the entire world. Here we find the dimension of the Epiphany
which was His manifestation to all nations. The Father’s voice from heaven shows that
Jesus of Nazareth is the eternal Son and the descent of the Holy Spirit in the form of a
dove shows the Trinitarian nature of the Christian God. The true and unique God,
Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, shows Himself in Christ, through Him, with Him and in
Him.
The same Spirit, that descended on the water of the River Jordan wafted over the waters
during the first creation. (Gen 1:2) Therefore, the Baptism in the Jordan presents yet
another truth: that Jesus has started a new creation. He is the second man (1 Cor 15:47)
or the last Adam (1 Cor 15:45), that comes to repair the first Adam’s guilt. He does this
as the Lamb of God that takes away our sins. ‘Looking at the events in light of the Cross
and Resurrection, the Christian people realised what happened: Jesus loaded the
burden of all mankind’s guilt upon His shoulders; he bore it down into the depths of the
Jordan. He inaugurated his public activity by stepping into the place of sinners.’
(J Ratzinger, Jesus of Nazareth, Bloomsbury 2007, p18)
— Excerpted from the Congregation for the Clergy
Lamp Intentions
LAMP NO. 1:
Ashik Varghese
LAMP NO. 2:
In Thanksgiving
SACRED HEART:
Special Intention
ST. ANNE LAMP:
Special Intention
DIVINE MERCY:
Special Intention
PADRE PIO:
Special Intention
I take this opportunity to thank everyone who
was so generous to the staff, Fr. Paul and
myself during the Christmas season. Your
thoughtfulness is deeply appreciated. May
God continue to Bless all of St. Anne’s
parishioners throughout the New Year!
Fr. James Cherickal,
Pastor
WEEK AT A GLANCE
CWL NEWS
The CWL invites the ladies of St. Anne’s Parish, friends and family to the
7th Annual Women’s Spiritual Retreat to take place on Saturday,
January 25, 2014 here at St. Anne’s, from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Our
facilitator for the Retreat is Dorothy Plarski who will start the retreat with
Mass at 9:15 a.m. The tickets are $20.00 each and will be on sale after all masses this
weekend and next weekend, January 18 & 19. Continental Breakfast and Light Lunch
will be provided. Tickets will be available for purchase in the parish office during the
week.
CWL are now accepting membership registrations and renewals, the fee is $25.00 per
year. For more information please contact: Ana Mendoza at 905 456-0411 or Rose
Marie Kenwell at 905 846-9642.
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS – 2014 VALENTINE BANQUET
The St. Anne`s Knights of Columbus invite all to celebrate Valentine`s Day with us.
Date: Saturday, February 8, 2014
Location: Speranza Banquet Hall (510 Deerhust Dr., Unit A, Brampton)
(Doors open at 6 pm; Dinner at 7 pm)
Cash bar, Fabulous Draw Prizes, Delicious Food, Fantastic Music
Tickets on sale after all Masses from members of the Knights of Columbus
POSTER CONTEST – MASS FOR LIFE
Sponsored by St. Gianna Beretta Molla Knights of Columbus Council #14749
For our St. Anne`s 10th Annual Mass for Life
Deadline: Thursday, January 16, 2014
Details can be obtained in the church office
If you leave your e-mail address you can receive copies of posters used in the past.
MASS OF COMFORT AND HOPE
This is a special Mass focusing on comforting those who have
You are invited to participate in this joyful celebration. The Mass
of Comfort & Hope will be held on
Wednesday, February 19th, 2014 @ 7:00 pm
“Please bring a photo with you of those you would like to be
remembered at this celebration.” (in a frame if possible).
A reception will follow in the Stephenson room
BIBLE COURSE
Whatever your interests are …….
This bible study will allow you to see
the big picture and identify
God’s plan for you.
WHERE: St. Anne’s Church
WHEN: Thursdays 7:00 p.m.
Starting January 9,2014
Monday, January 13
7:30PM Jabez Prayer Group (F/R)
7:00PM CWL (S/R)
Tuesday, January 14
5:30PM Mass of Comfort & Hope mtg (F/R)
7:00PM RCIA (P/R)
Wednesday, January 15
7:30PM Legion of Mary (F/R)
7:30PM NC (S/R)
Thursday, January 16
7:00PM Bible Study Course (C)
7:30PM Faith Sharing (F/R)
8:00PM 9:30AM choir practice (S/R)
Friday, January 17
9:30AM Over 55 Group (S/R)
7:00PM Tiny Treasures&Edge (S/R,P/R,F/R)
Saturday, January 18
9:30AM Padre Pio (F/R)
2:00PM Hope & Healing (F/R)
7:00PM NC (S/R)
CHURCH BULLETIN ADVERTISING
Liturgical Publications will be setting up the
advertisements for our church bulletin. The
advertising will begin in March 2014 and
supports the bulletin service. Please support
the bulletin and advertise your product or
service. Call Liturgical Publication at
905-624-4422.
experiencedMARRIAGE
the loss of a SUNDAY
loved one.
Cardinal Collins has designated the
weekend of February 8-9, 2014 as Marriage
Sunday in the Archdiocese of Toronto. The
event provides an opportunity to honour
husband and wife while saluting the
faithfulness, sacrifice and joy that comes
with the marriage covenant. To those
preparing for marriage, newlyweds and
those that have been companions on the
journey for decades, we offer our prayers
and best wishes in a special way this
weekend.
Let us celebrate the tremendous
contributions of married couples who
continue to strengthen our faith community.
For more information and resources on
marriage enrichment, visit:
www.archtoronto.org/marriage
LET US PRAY:
Fr. Domenic Borg was born in Malta, was an active
member in the translation of the bible from the original
language, past member of Malta bible society, British
foreign bible society and United bible society. He was the
founding Father for Discalced Carmelite Friars in Canada.
He has conducted many bible study groups, retreats and
missions.
For the Sick
- Raffaele Scerbo
- Dorothy Cummings
- Roger Gonsalves
- For the
Deceased
- Jose Cabral