Weekly Newsletter– Issue 94 September 17th– 23rd 2010

Coordinated and Supervised by: Marie-Therese Kreidy Script and Layout:Rita Karam Translation: Eliane Aoun

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Lebanon Celebrated the Largest Lighted Cross in the World

On the eve of the Cross Feast, Lebanon witnessed the ceremony blessing the largest lighted Cross in the world, the Cross of all People at Qanat Bakish, Baskinta. The ceremony began with a procession towards the cross. The inhabitants of Baskinta and its neighborhoods gathered to participate in the Divine Liturgy blessing this steel cross of 73.8 m height.

The mass was presided by the General Superior of the Maronite Order Abbot Elias Khalifé, with the assistance of the rector of St Joseph Convent Fr. Farid Doumit and a group of priests, in the attendance of Dep-uty Ghassan Moukhaiber, the 1st President Ghaleb

Ghanem, Baskinta Head of Municipality the Lawyer Tanios Ghanem, the French ambassa-dor to Lebanon Denis Pietton, Jesus and Francois Ibanez who succeeded once again in raising the Cross of the Light in addition to crowds of believers from Lebanon and France who partici-pated in this event despite the cold weather and the mist surrounding the cross as if the doors of Heaven opened to its children believing in the Resurrection, to the rhythm of wonderful chants presented by the Choir of the Holy Spirit University, Kaslik.

Lebanon the Festival 2010

Salute from Tele Lumiere to the Land of the Cedars

Through its program Lebanon the Festival 2010, Tele Lumiere once again salutes a country known for its intellectual artistic wonderful heritage, unique people and traditions. It is the immortal strong land of the Cedars that is never shaken. Therefore, Tele Lumiere organized for the 4th consecutive year, this time with the cooperation of Kfarde-bian Municipality two tradi-tional evenings, showing the traditional aspect of Leba-non, in front of the Big

Temple of Fakra- Kfardebian, an impressive archeological site. This event, highlighting the highborn Lebanese folklore and the tra-ditions of our unique villages through special shows was attended by the members of the municipal council and mayors in addition to the clergy, important civil and intellectual figures. The crowds gathered around the Lebanese traditions and were astonished by the splendid dancing scenes and the amazing zajal in addition to songs presented by some artists, musicians and choirs.

Prepared by: Qoshaya Bteich

Presented by: Roula Elia

Highlighted Programs Friday September 17th

Sunday September 19th

Saturday September 18th

10.00 - 7.00 GMT - 3.00 EST LIVE 20.30 - 17.30 GMT

13.30 EST

22.00 - 19.00 GMT 15.00 EST

The Light with Us

New topics: the monastic life and the family with Sister Laudy Hobeika, Dr. Tony Hajj and his daughter, the back pain with Dr. Charbel Sweidy.

The Free Voice

Fr. George Rahmé highlights with Dr. Antoine Khoury Harb the issue of the natural environment in which the Christ grew up in a new epi-sode titled: “The Christ and Lebanon.”

Memories

Dr. Antoine Doumit, the Teacher of History shares with May Mansour the impressive moments of his life and years of hardworking and struggle.

The Ancient Souk Join Rania Zahra and learn more about Tripoli, the Lebanese Phoenician city tracing back to 3500 years and known for its ancient souk.

3.00 - 00.00 GMT 20.00 EST

The Daughter of the Mountain

The students of the Sacred Hearts school- Ain Najem revive on their theatre the immortal play of the rural flower merchant who became after a short time a respectful lady in society.

16.00 - 13.00 GMT 9.00 EST

17.30 - 14.30 GMT 10.30 EST

Our Beloved Cross of the Lord

Concert dedicated to the Capuchin Fr. Yaacoub presented by the Artist Ghas-san Saliba, with the cooperation of St Maron Choir (Achrafieh) and the Singer Carole Aoun.

We gathered in the Square

Join Fr. Roukoz Abou Zeid and Dany Antoun at the square of Rachmaya Vil-lage and learn more about its traditions and monuments.

20.30 - 17.30 GMT - 13.30 EST

The Festival of Culture and Zajal Heritage

Interesting gathering highlight-ing the cultural dialogue in a zajal evening presented by the Poets Antoine Saadé and Elias Khalil at the Hall of St Georges Cathedral- Sarba.

18.00 - 15.00 GMT 11.00 EST

The Brilliant Artist

On the memory of the Artist Rafik Hobeika, we present a ceremony honoring and thanking him for his generous achievements. Therefore, his songs were sung by a group of artists such as: Wadih Safi, Ghassan Saliba, Tony Hanna and the grandson of the late artist Jad Mghames. 22.00 - 19.00 GMT

15.00 EST

1.00 - 22.00 GMT 18.00 EST

Mass on the Cross Feast- Kanat Bakish

Pray with us at the feet of the biggest Cross of All People that was blessed on the eve of the Cross Feast in a ceremonial mass presided over by the Abbot Elias Khalifé at Kanat Bakish- Baskinta.

Tuesday September 21st

Wednesday September 22nd

Monday September 20th

22.00 - 19.00 GMT 15.00 EST

19.30 - 16.30 GMT 12.30 EST

19.30 - 16.30 GMT 12.30 EST

Thursday September 23rd

The Light of Tourism Fr. Hanna Yako, the Superior of Our Lady of Deliverance Convent- Shourfa, Daroun- Harissa, discusses with Sally Khoury the monastery’s his-tory, touristic and religious im-portance.

18.00 - 15.00 GMT - 11.00 EST LIVE

The Life of the Word

Fr. Basilios of the Catholic Coptic Church in Egypt fo-cuses in this episode titled “I do not know you” on the impor-tant role of the apostles of peace.

19.00 - 16.00 GMT 12.00 EST

Challenges

What is the role of the Arab Chris-tians in their Muslim societies? How are the Muslim- Christian relations today? What are the possible ways to sow trust among people living in one society? Learn more about the Chris-tian Muslim relations with Charbel Zwein and his guests Fr. Kamil Moubarak and Sheikh Ghassan Bou Diab.

20.30 - 17.30 GMT 13.30 EST LIVE

The Essence

of Holiness

Interesting episode about Patriarch John Maron and his role in the Ma-ronite Church to con-front difficulties with Ba-troun Diocese Bishop Boulos Emile Saadé and Elie Issa.

19.00 - 16.00 GMT - 12.00 EST

Eat Well,

Be Healthy

Nutritional tips about the healthy food at offices with the Nutritionist Eliane Moawad.

I’m Yours

“Help me Lord to serve Your Word” is the l i f e motto of Fr.

Toufic Hwayek, the Servant of Fghal and Kfarkida Parishes who tells us about his journey with Jesus from his early age.

With Fr. Joseph Salloum.

The Light from

Italy-

the Inter-national

Festival of Sacred Music in Loreto

Large Concert presented in different lan-guages by a large group of choirs from: Italy, France, Lebanon, Germany, Romania, Slovakia, Greece, Poland, Ukraine, Ar-menia and Hungary.

21.30 - 18.30 GMT - 14.30 EST

Together, We Feel Happy

Sanaa Riachi highlights with his guests of “Anta Akhi” Family the necessary conditions to lead a happy life, win the battle and enjoy peace in our hearts.

19.00 - 16.00 GMT - 12.00 EST

Salutes

Testimony of the pioneer in the Arab singing Aida Chalhoub and her relation with Jesus- Christ. With Fr. Joseph Mwannes.

From the People to the People

Discover the happiness felt by the consecrated priests and their relations with God and family at Our Lady of the Rosary Con-vent- Beit Mery.

20.30 - 17.30 GMT - 13.30 EST 19.00 - 16.00 GMT 12.00 EST

The weekly symposium prepared by the Catho-lic Information Cen-ter centers on the “Work Tool” document of the Bishops Assembly for the Mideast Synod: “the Success of the Mission in building the Church Commun-ion”.

The Synod Matters

Tele Lumiere inaugurates soon a center for the filming of dramas and series in Dora Region.

What is required

Changing the stagnant conditions

Awaking the conscience and the ecclesiastic sense

Reconsidering the organization of the present ecclesiastical structure

Scientific and practical results

Pure evangelical mission

Urgent needs for the human being’s goodness

Mona Nehmé Honors Msgr. Thomas Habib

A group of friends met at the residence of the head of the Holy Eucharist Association Mona Nehmé in a dinner honoring the General Secretary of the Apostolic Nunciature in Lebanon Msgr. Thomas Habib, in Gherfine. This ceremony was held in the honor of Msgr. Habib who ended his mission in Lebanon and will move to the Netherlands. A group of bishops, priests, diplomatic figures and friends participated in this event.

Nehmé welcomed her guest saying: “Today we met to say to Msgr. Thomas Habib: We are here not to say goodbye but to receive you in our hearts as a tender father, dear brother and special friend. We trust that you will sow in each country you visit Lebanon’s love and the seeds of the highborn heritage that we had from two brother coun-tries.”

Meanwhile, Msgr. Thomas Habib ex-pressed his love to Lebanon in sincere words: “Now, time has come to move to the unknown… but I deeply trust God who always leads my life to the best. It is

difficult to talk with dear friends about farewell… But I want to say today that it is not a farewell but an encounter that is a bridge of hope and love gathering us always and based on beautiful memories.”

At the end, Nehmé offered a shield of honor for Msgr. Habib.

A new drama showing the testimony of 1st preachers in the name of Jesus after they saw Him, listened to Him and touched Him. Learn more in this new drama “The Witnesses of the Res-urrection” written by Dr. Tarek Chidiac and the Director Charbel Kamel.

The 1st family receiving Tele Lumiere’s team for the broadcast was Elias Saadé humble family.

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The Pope in England to beatify Cardinal Newman Pope Benedict lands in Britain and Scotland on the 16th and till the19th of September. This is the first formal visit of the Holy Pontiff as a state president to England, after the Britain King visited four times the Vatican since 1903. The Pope makes this visit also in his capacity of the Head of the Catholic Church.

His visit culminates in the beatification of Cardinal John Henry Newman in Birmingham who was born in London in 1801, converted from Anglicanism to Catholicism in 1845. Cardinal Newman is considered the Britain greatest thinker in the 19th century and his be-atification is a very important event in the United Kingdom and the States. Pope Leo XIII declared him a Cardinal in the Universal Church in 1879. He died in 1890. Pope John Paul II declared him a Servant of God on January 22nd, 1991.

On this occasion, Tele Lumiere and Noursat follows the Pope’s visit and the 1st be-atification ceremony presided by His Holiness, and provides full coverage of the ceremonies and masses especially the beatification one.

Sunday September 19th:

The new Beatified Chiara Luce Badano,

an Example for the Youth “Be Happy because I am Happy”, the last words of Chiara Luce Badano before standing face to face with her bridegroom in Heaven. This young girl was proud of her cross, and became an example for the youth.

Chiara is Italian, was born in October 26th 1970 in a Christian committed family and was always frank according to the Bible. At age 9, she joined the Focolare Movement and embodied unity and love in her life.

At 17 years old, Luce was affected with cancer, confronted bravely her pains and repeated: “If you want this, then I want it too.” Her only strength was her unity with the Crucified.

Her earthly j o u r n e y ended in October 7th 1999, after Chiara prepared everything for her funeral.

Chiara Luce Badano was de-clared Venerable in July 2008. In January 19th 2009, the miracle con-tributing to her beatification on the 25th of this month was confirmed.

Mexico Celebrates its Bicentennial Independence In Lebanon and all over the world, the Mexican embassy commemorated the 200th Mexico’s Independence. At Jbeil Port, a large ceremony was held gathering tens of Mexican residents in Lebanon in addition to friends, politi-cal and social figures. At the end of the ceremony, the Mexican ambassador Jorje Alvarez Fuentes, raising the banner “Long Live Mexico” repeated the call of the Catholic Priest Miguel Hidalgo, the leader of Independence in Mexico in the Inde-

pendence war in Spain that was established in 1821.

11.00 - 8.00 GMT - 4.00 EST 3.00 PT LIVE

Friday September 17th

Fr. Yaacoub

from Lebanon Documentary show-ing Fr. Yaacoub’s early life and vocation.

3.30 - 00.30 GMT - 20.30 EST 19.30 PT

In French:

23.30 - 20.30 GMT - 16.30 EST - 3.30 PT

In English:

5.30 - 2.30 GMT- 22.30 EST - 21.30 PT

Sunday September

La Mission de Marthe Robin A documentary highlighting the life of St Marthe Robin who dedicated her life to God after being affected by the encephalitis disease, living only by the Host, made wonders and acts of love from her room in her Chateau Neuf Village.

Lebanon, Museum of the East

Visit the Capuchin Fr. Yaacoub Haddad Museum- Jal el-Dib, depicting the Beati-fied mission, acts and faith.

8.30 - 5.30 GMT - 1.30 EST - 00.30 PT

Beatification Mass of Cardinal Newman from London

Don’t miss the beatification of the Britain Thinker Cardinal John Henry Newman presided by Pope Benedict at Cofton Park Redenal, Birmingham- Britain.

11.00 - 8.00 GMT - 4.00 EST 3.00 PT LIVE

The Light from USA

A Lebanese wonderful national concert with the Artist Ghassan Saliba at Our Lady of Mount Lebanon Church- Cali-fornia.

14.00 - 11.00 GMT - 7.00 EST - 6.00 PT

Rerun:

4.00 - 1.00 GMT - 21.00 EST - 20.00 PT

Monday September 21st Tuesday September 22nd

3.00 - 00.00 GMT 20.00 EST - 19.00 PT

The Light from Mexico

Interview with the Ar-chitect Antoine Abdo Nassif .

Nossa Senhora Do Lebano- Sao Paulo

Pray with us in the Divine Liturgy celebrated at Our Lady of Lebanon Church in Sao Paulo, Brazil.

1.00 - 22.00 GMT - 18.00 EST 17.00 PT

Wednesday September 22nd

The Light from Mexico Interview with Salem Family from Koura, Lebanon.

Lebanon Museum of the East Visit the Hall of Fame, Zouk Mos-beh exhibiting silicone statues of political i m p o r t a n t figures and famous artists.

Some sing, others speak. Learn more with Leila Basbous Souaïby

5.30 - 2.30 GMT 22.30 EST

21.30 PT

3.00 - 00.00 GMT 20.00 EST - 19.00 PT

Thursday September 23rd

A Time to Build Documentary revealing the condi-tions of four countries: Poland, Czechoslovakia, Lithuania and Hungary especially on the religious level, after the fall of the Wall be-tween the Eastern and Central Europe after 40 years.

3.00 - 00.00 GMT 20.00 EST - 19.00 PT 3.30 - 00.30 GMT - 20.30 EST - 19.30 PT

The Lebanese Club in Mexico Travel to Mexico and get useful information about the Lebanese Club’s foundation that brought closer the distances among the Lebanese immi-grants. Also in this

documentary, interviews with the responsibles for the club and the Lebanese residents in Mexico.

With Marie-Therese Kreidy

4.30 - 1.30 GMT - 21.30 EST - 20.30 PT

Agenda A new part “Highlights from the World” special for the immigrants is added to this pro-gram with Darine Hashem, focusing on different ecclesiastical, social, artistic and other ac-tivities organized by the Arab communities in the world of immigration.

Friday September 24th

3.00 00.00 GMT

20.00 EST 19.00 PT

The Light from Mexico Interview with Abdallah Saab from Tlal Village- Akkar.

3.10 - 00.10 GMT 20.10 EST - 19.10 PT

The Light from USA An interview with the Syrian Antiochian Catholic Patriarch Ignacio Youssef III Younan and Marie-Therese Kreidy about the Mother Church taking constant care of the immi-grants at the Syriac Catholic Church of Jesus Heart.

Saturday September 25th Prayer for Reconciliation, Unity and Peace in Jerusalem Cristianos en la Sociedad 1

A documentary depicting the Christians’ daily life and the ways they carry out the Church Teachings in their society.

5.30 - 2.30 GMT- 22.30 EST 21.30 PT

Join us from the Armenian Orthodox Cathedral of St James- Jeru-salem, and watch the Fourth Extraordinary Prayer meeting of all Churches for Reconciliation, Unity and Peace beginning in and pro-ceeding from Jerusalem presided over by H. G. Archbishop Nour-han Manougian. The prayer will be followed by a documentary on the hosting Church (Armenian Orthodox Church).

18.00 - 15.00 GMT - 11.00 EST - 10.00 PT LIVE

The Beatification of Chiara Luce Watch the Beatification Ceremony presided over by Msgr. Angelo Amato at Our Lady of the Divine Love Cathedral in Rome.

Evening of Prayer Pray with us in this special evening for Youth at Paul VI auditorium- the Vatican and let’s share the Life, Love and Light with the new Beatified Chiara Luce.

22.00 - 19.00 GMT - 15.00 EST - 14.00 PT LIVE

Sunday September 26th

The Light from Mexico Life testimony of Simon Ayyoub from Bet Mallat- Akkar.

3.00 - 00.00 GMT 20.00 EST - 19.00 PT

St José Maria Learn more in this documentary in English with Portu-guese subtitling displaying the life of St José Maria Escriva, the founder of “Opus Dei” who always con-sidered that holiness doesn’t belong only to clergymen and listen to the testimonies of Americans who are living according to this saint’s spirituality.

4.00 - 1.00 GMT - 21.00 EST - 20.00 PT

20.00 - 17.00 GMT - 13.00 EST 12.00 PT LIVE

1 Lebanon celebrated the Largest Lighted cross in the World

1 Lebanon the Festival 2010, a salute from Tele Lumiere to the Land of

the Cedars

3-4 Highlighted Programs

5 Tele Lumiere Specials

6 Special Grid for the Immigrants

IN THIS ISSUE

Tele Lumiere and Noursat present in the new autumn/ winter grid new programs including documentaries about the Lebanese immi-grants in Latin America, Our Lady of Lebanon Church in Mexico, in addition to interviews and series in Spanish: