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ST. LEO THE GREAT CHURCH
FAIRFAX, VIRGINIA
www.stleofairfax.com
Dear Friends,
I will cede my usual space this week to the President of the
United States.
Thanksgiving Proclamation
Issued by President George Washington,
at the request of Congress,
on October 3, 1789
By the President of the United States of America, a
Proclamation.
Whereas it is the duty of all nations to acknowledge the
providence of Almighty God, to obey His will, to be grateful
for His benefits, and humbly to implore His protection and
favor; and—Whereas both Houses of Congress have, by
their joint committee, requested me “to recommend to the
people of the United States a day of public thanksgiving
and prayer, to be observed by acknowledging with grateful
hearts the many and signal favors of Almighty God,
especially by affording them an opportunity peaceably to
establish a form of government for their safety and
happiness:”
Now, therefore, I do recommend and assign Thursday, the
26th day of November next, to be devoted by the people of
these States to the service of that great and glorious Being
who is the beneficent author of all the good that was, that
is, or that will be; that we may then all unite in rendering
unto Him our sincere and humble thanks for His kind care
and protection of the people of this country previous to their
becoming a nation; for the signal and manifold mercies and
the favor, able interpositions of His providence in the course
and conclusion of the late war; for the great degree of
tranquility, union, and plenty which we have since enjoyed;
for the peaceable and rational manner in which we have
been enabled to establish constitutions of government for
our safety and happiness, and particularly the national one
now lately instituted; for the civil and religious liberty with
which we are blessed, and the means we have of acquiring
and diffusing useful knowledge; and, in general, for all the
great and various favors which He has been pleased to
confer upon us.
And also that we may then unite in most humbly offering
our prayers and supplications to the great Lord and Ruler of
Nations, and beseech Him to pardon our national and other
transgressions; to enable us all, whether in public or private
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stations, to perform our several and relative duties properly
and punctually; to render our National Government a
blessing to all the people by constantly being a Government
of wise, just, and constitutional laws, discreetly and faithfully
executed and obeyed; to protect and guide all sovereigns
and nations (especially such as have shown kindness to
us), and to bless them with good governments, peace, and
concord; to promote the knowledge and practice of true
religion and virtue, and the increase of science among them
and us; and, generally, to grant unto all mankind such a
degree of temporal prosperity as He alone knows to be
best.
Given under my hand at the City of New York the third day
of October in the year of our Lord 1789.
Go. Washington
In Christ,
Rev. David A. Whitestone, Pastor
The Vocations Chalice: Have you heard about
our new endeavor to promote vocations? The
Vocations chalice is here! The chalice is being
passed from family to family for a week. The
family prays the prayer for vocations together.
Then, at the end of the week, they return it to the
church on Sunday so that it can be passed on to
another family. Are you interested in receiving the chalice in
your home? For more information, please contact the parish
office and ask to speak with Fr. Baez (703-273-5369).
ADVENT CALENDARS
It's time again to stock up on
chocolate-filled Advent calendars
for your family, friends, and
neighbors. What a great way to
build anticipation for Christmas -enjoying a bit of chocolate and a
Bible quote each day! Saint Leo
School 8th grade will sell Advent
calendars
after
Masses
in
November to raise money for graduation. You may also
purchase a calendar to be donated to a wounded soldier.
(We will take care of the delivery). Stop by our table outside
the church. Last year we sold out early! Questions, please
call Mary Beth Carchia: 703-352-3616.
Thank you for supporting the 8th grade class at
Saint Leo the Great Catholic School!
THIRTY-THIRD SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
—Please remember in your prayers the repose of
the souls of the faithful departed, especially:
Roy Jaggers, brother of Alice McFarland;
Sebastian Paniagua, father of Marta Paniagua.
Monday
—We ask you to remember those in need of our daily
prayers.
PLEASE NOTE:
THERE WILL BE NO CONFESSIONS AND
NO HOLY HOUR ON FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 22
DUE TO THE 7:30PM PARISH CONFIRMATION.
MAY GOD BLESS OUR CONFIRMANDI AND THEIR FAMILIES!
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
1 Mc 1:10-15, 41-43, 54-57, 62-63;
Lk 18:35-43
2 Mc 6:18-31; Lk 19:1-10
2 Mc 7:1, 20-31; Lk 19:11-28
1 Mc 2:15-29; Lk 19:41-44
1 Mc 4:36-37, 52-59; Lk 19:45-48
1 Mc 6:1-13; Lk 20:27-40
2 Sm 5:1-3; Col 1:12-20; Lk 23:35-43
MASS INTENTIONS
th
CYO Basketball is in need of a 5 grade
boys coach. If interested, please contact
Brian Gormley: 571-481-0676.
St. Leo Mom's Group Welcoming all mothers for faith-filled
fellowship. We have monthly bible studies, outings with the
children, mom's night out and meals for new moms. For
more info, contact Michele Healy: [email protected] or
Lisa Harsh: [email protected]. Our next scheduled event
is a Pilgrimage to the Franciscan Monastery TODAY, Nov.
17 at noon. Please RSVP to Michele Healy.
Gabriel Project Pregnant? Need Help? The Gabriel Project
is a Pro-Life movement offering parish- based pastoral care
to women in a crisis pregnancy or expectant mothers simply
in need of support. St. Leo the Great is an active participant
in this ministry with volunteer “Angels” willing and able to
help. For volunteer information contact Michele Healy:
[email protected] or for help call 1-866-444-3553.
THE GIVING TREE Each year,
Saint Leo St. Vincent DePaul
Society puts up the Giving Tree
in the church vestibule. The
‘hearts’ decorating the tree have
descriptions and sizes of gifts
requested by needy families. These families, all in the Fairfax
City area, have been interviewed by SVDP members to learn
what children & adults could really use. A number of heart
requests will also assist the homeless & babies of unwed
mothers. We ask you to share the joy of Christmas with
someone in need by taking a heart from the tree and providing
the gift described. Please put your unwrapped gifts in a gift
bag with the hearts attached. On Sundays, place them in the
large decorated box next to the tree. During the week, gifts
must be taken to the rectory. Gifts need to be returned no
later than Tuesday, Dec. 17th.
As established in past years, toys for children will not be
requested on the hearts. Instead, clothing and educational gifts
will be emphasized. Thank you for your generosity.
November 18 through November 24
Mon.:
6:15
9:00
Carmen Sempertegui
Merlina Santos
Tues.:
6:15
9:00
Asterio Angeles Navasca
Edgar Novack
Wed.:
6:15
9:00
Sally Misterio
Eliose Davis
Thurs.:
6:15
9:00
John Joseph Malvar
William Hamilton
Fri.:
6:15
9:00
Jose Amorim
Hedwig J. Witt
Sat.:
9:00
5:00
Special Intention
Michael and Anna Kuzy
Sun.:
7:30
9:00
11:00
1:00
5:00
For the Parish
Raphael A. Rodriguez
Jose Garcia
Angela Toledo (anniv.)
Special Intention
In addition to the regular schedule of Masses, Mass has been
offered for the following intentions: Special Intention, Special
Intention, Sandra Farrell, Hugh Farrell, Margaret Farrell,
Special Intention, Francisco Mariano, Jeffrey Allan Santos.
BAPTISM CLASS IS MANDATORY at Saint
Leo. The next class is Tuesday, December 10th
at 7:30 pm in the St. Mark room. Please call the
rectory office (703-273-5369) to register.
Low Gluten Hosts are available for those who need them.
Please inform the sacristan before Mass begins.
The second collection next weekend benefits the
Campaign for Human Development.
ST. LEO THE GREAT CHURCH
FAIRFAX, VIRGINIA
www.stleofairfax.com
A VOCATION VIEW
“By your endurance you will gain your souls.”
Are you being invited to gain your soul and the
souls of countless others for Christ as a priest,
deacon or in the consecrated life? Call Father J.D. Jaffe
at: 703-841-2514, or write: [email protected].
PVI Theater presents A Dickens’ Christmas Carol, A
Traveling Travesty in Two Tumultuous Acts, a comedy
for the whole family. Performance dates: Thursday, Nov.
21, 7pm, Friday & Saturday, Nov. 22 & 23, 7:30pm, and
Sunday, Nov. 24, 2pm. Tickets are: $5-students/seniors;
$10-adults; family package-$25. Ticket order forms at
www.paulvi.net/producers. Seating first come, first
served. For info, contact [email protected] and
put “Dickens Christmas Carol” in the subject line, or call
Mrs. Katherine Miller, 703-352-0925, ext. 371.
Saint Leo the Great
Catholic School
invites interested parents to visit the
school and learn what makes us a
National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence
November 17, 2013
ADULT FAITH FORMATION
Faith & Food at P.J. Skidoos
Join your parish priests at P.J. Skidoos, 9908 Fairfax
Boulevard Fairfax, on Monday, December 2nd, at 7:00 pm,
for an evening of fellowship & lively discussion over dinner
(appetizers on us!). Be sure to bring your friends! All ages are
welcome! To suggest topics or submit questions you would
like
answered,
please
contact
Carolyn:
[email protected] or 703-273-7277.
The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA)
is a process for bringing into the Catholic Church both those
who have never been baptized and those who were baptized
in a non-Catholic church. RCIA is also the best way for adult
Catholics who have never been confirmed to prepare for the
final Sacrament of Initiation.
Every September, a new RCIA class begins at St. Leo the
Great and we invite any adult who would like to join the
Catholic Church, be confirmed, or who is simply interested in
learning about the teachings and customs of Catholic
Christianity to come and join us. While classroom work is part
of the process, RCIA is more than a class; it is a gradual
introduction to the customs, beliefs, practices, and devotions
of Catholicism. There is no obligation, only an opportunity to
learn! RCIA meets on Tuesdays from 7:30pm
-
9:00pm in the Guadalupe Room.
The first Open House for Preschool and
Kindergarten through Grade 8, for school
year 2014-2015 will be held on Wednesday,
November 20th from 10-11:30am in Parish Hall.
Principal’s welcome will begin at 10am followed
by a tour of the school. Applications will be
available for pickup at the open house, and during the school
day from 9am to 2pm, and on the school website:
www.saintleothegreatschool.org
starting
Wednesday,
November 20th. Please RSVP to Mrs. Cynthia Washington,
Assistant Principal and Director of Admissions at 703-2731211, ext. 645 to reserve a place.
All completed applications, with copies of supporting
documents, may be sent through the
mail or hand-carried to the school
between the hours of 9am and 2pm.
Acceptance letters for the 2014–2015
school year will be mailed once
completed applications are received.
Financial Aid packets are also available upon request. In the
event of inclement weather, please check the website, or call
the school office, 703-273-1211 for information.
Additional Open Houses on: Wed., December 18 at 10am;
Sun., January 26 at12:00pm; Wed., February 26 at10am;
Wed., March 26 at 10am; and on Wed., April 16 at10am.
Applications available: www.saintleothegreatschool.org.
PLEASE NOTE: Saint Leo parishioners receive preferential
status in Pre-School through eighth grade applications.
In-parish families must be registered.
The Institute of Catholic Culture presents:
“Living Advent in the Catholic Tradition” Thursday,
Dec. 5 at 7:30pm in the Guadalupe room, Parish Hall.
Presenter: Rev. Msgr. Stuart Swetland, S.T.D.
FREE ADMISSION, NO RESERVATION REQUIRED.
For information, visit: www.InstituteofCatholicCulture.org
or call 540-635-7155.
For addional informaon regarding any of the above
events, please contact Carolyn Smith:
[email protected] or 703-273-5369.
Bishop O'Connell High School Open House Sunday,
November 17, 1-3 pm Bring your family for a full tour of
our facilities. See our brand-new science labs, learn more
about our curriculum, meet our teachers, administrators and
coaches. No RSVP necessary. Presentation begins at 1pm.
in the auditorium. Visit: www.bishopoconnell.org/open or
call 703-237-1433 for more information. Bishop O'Connell
High School is located at 6600 Little Falls Road in Arlington.
Christmas Wreaths, Advent Wreaths & Candles
Support AWC Crisis Pregnancy Center and
decorate your home! Sunday, December 1 after
7:30, 9 & 11am Masses. Unsold items will be sold
at the Knights of Columbus Christmas Tree trailer.
THIRTY-THIRD SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
MARK YOUR CALENDARS:
Religious Education News
Parents of Fall 2013 Confirmation Candidates:
Confirmation Robes will be distributed to parents Monday,
Nov. 18 from 7:00 -8:00 pm at the Religious Education office.
Fall 2013 Confirmation Candidates: There is a mandatory
rehearsal for Confirmation on Thursday, November 21 at 7:00
pm in the school building (enter through CCD office).
Sponsors should be present at the rehearsal. If a sponsor
cannot come to rehearsal, a parent should stand in as proxy.
The Confirmation ceremony will be Friday, November 22 at
7:30 pm. Candidates and sponsors should arrive no later
than 6:30 pm to the school building (enter through the
CCD office).
Religious Education Office:
High School Students: Join us TONIGHT for
High School Youth Night! Theology of the Body
continues with “Truth and Freedom”! 6pm-8pm! St. Leo
Gym. Dinner is provided! Games. Prizes. Dessert.
Middle School Students: Join us on Saturday, November
23!!! "To The Nations” 3:00-4:45 pm. Snacks. Crazy games.
Fun people. Faith. Join us afterwards for the 5:00 pm
Sunday Vigil Mass! Families encouraged to join us.
Questions? Email Melissa or Erik at
[email protected]
Salvation Saturdays at Saxby’s: Saturday, November 23!
Join us for a study of the Old Testament and Salvation
History! This is a new Bible Study for High School Students.
10:30am-11:30am. Bring your Bible. Email Melissa at
[email protected] for more info. We will be meeting
every other Saturday.
703-273-4868
Looking for spiritual renewal? Join us for a Women’s
Cursillo Weekend, November 21-24 at San Damiano
Spirituality Center in White Post, VA. On the weekend, you will
examine and celebrate your relationship with Christ and the
Christian community. There will be a series of talks, and
discussions, times of quiet, opportunities for spiritual direction,
Mass and Reconciliation. If you are interested, contact Jeff
Wolfhope: [email protected] or call 703-597-3638.
Living Every Day with Passion & Purpose with
internationally acclaimed speaker and author, Matthew Kelly–
Are you thriving or just surviving? Are you ready for more
energy? A deeper sense of purpose? More joy? A clearer
understanding of God’s plan for your life? Join us for Passion &
Purpose. It’s not your typical church event! It has been a lifechanging event for tens of thousands of people. March 22,
9am-1:30pm at St. Mary Catholic Church (310 S. Royal St,
Alexandria) Tickets $39. Sign up today! For more info or
tickets, visit: www.DynamicCatholic.com or call 703-582-5722.
Girls CLC is this Monday, November 18th Each week we
break open the Gospels, grow deeper in our faith and build
strong relationships. Crazy madness and creative games
usually ensue. Meet in the Youth Room from 7:30-9:00pm.
Boys CLC is this Wednesday, Nov. 20th Each week we
break open the Gospels, grow deeper in our faith and build
strong relationships. Crazy madness and creative games
usually ensue. Meet in the Youth Room from 7:30-9:00pm.
To learn more about CLC’s (Catholic Life Communi&es) visit
our website: stleosyouth.com.
Want to stay updated on youth events? *Visit our NEW
website for the full calendar and registra&on forms. h/p://
www.stleosyouth.com.
“It is love alone that gives worth to all things.”
-St. Teresa of Avila
Father Diamond Council
Events & Calendar
Wish list: portable mobile scanner so we may
use while we are out in the field on home visits.
Are you done with your book or cd to share with
others? We will take the following donations with the
topics: financial literacy, time management, and
organizing.
To give thanks for all that God has given to you, have you
considered answering the call to help serve the poor by
joining the Society of St. Vincent de Paul?
Call 703/352-3509 to volunteer today!
Meetings – 2nd and 4th Tuesdays
8:00 PM
Providence Hall
Nov. 16-17
Nov. 17
Nov. 18
Nov. 19
Nov. 20
Nov 21- 22
Christmas card sales before and after Masses
Chili cook off 1 pm Providence Hall
7:00 pm Columbiettes meeting, Providence Hall
11:00am Grey GOST lunch, Providence Hall
7:30 pm Fr Malloy Assy. Meeting
staging of Thanksgiving baskets, Providence Hall
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Interested in joining the Knights, contact John Eldred 703-932-1322
ST. LEO THE GREAT CHURCH
FAIRFAX, VIRGINIA
www.stleofairfax.com
FATHERS OF THE SAINTS A Morning of Recollection for
Men in Honor of Christ the King on Sat., Nov. 23 (8:15am12:30pm) at St. John the Beloved Church (6420 Linway
Terrace, McLean.) Rev. Christopher Pollard and Rev.
Daniel Hanley will direct. Register by sending a check
payable to WAY for $30 (incl. breakfast & materials) to
Vivian Zini, 5022 Veronica Rd., Centreville, VA 20120 by
Nov. 18. For more information, please contact Dr. Robin
Maas: [email protected], 703-534-5821).
“Looking for spiritual renewal?” Join us for a women’s
Cursillo weekend Nov. 21-24 at San Damiano Spiritual
Center in White Post, VA. Cursillo is a lay Catholic
movement; the name means “short course in Christianity.”
There will be a series of talks & discussions, times of quiet,
opportunities for spiritual direction, Mass & Reconcilliation.
If
interested,
please
contact
Jeff
Wolfhope:
[email protected] or call 703-597-3638.
Horarios e Información
Santas Misas:
Español:
Inglés:
domingos a la 1:00 pm
sábados–5 pm (Vigilia),
domingos–7:30, 9, 11:00, 5pm
Confesiones en español: Todos los viernes a las 7pm
Todos los sábados de 3:30 a 5:00pm. Los domingos desde
las 12:00pm a 12:50pm.
Bautizos: Preparación- llamar a Carlos Cea: 703-8362139 ó Padre Ramon: 703-273-5369.
RCIA Para Adultos: domingos 10:30 am—12pm Salon
Juan al lado de la iglesia. Para información, llamar al
Diacono Jose Lopez 703-222-7704
Matrimonio: Todo Católico que desee contraer
matrimonio debe contactar la parroquia por lo menos seis
meses antes del evento. Para mayor información
comunicarse con el Padre Ramon al 703-273-5369.
Grupo de Jóvenes: domingos 2:30–5pm—
Información: Guadalupe Barrera 703– 655–2729.
Catequesis Para Niños y Jóvenes: domingos 11–
12:30. Llamar a: 703-273-4868.
Catequesis para Niños especiales ó sordos:
domingos 11:00am—12:30pm
Información: 703-273-4868.
Sacramentos para Estudiantes de Secundaria:
llamar a la Oficina de Jovenes al teléfono 703-591-6089, ó
email a [email protected].
Legion de Maria: lunes 7:30—9 pm ó domingo 11 am—
12:30 pm. Llamar a Padre Ramon: 703-273-5369.
Información general: llamar a Diacono Jose Lopez
703-222-7704
November 17, 2013
"Con vuestra perseverancia salvaréis
vuestras almas." ¿Estás siendo invitado a
ganar tu alma y las almas de muchos otros
para Cristo como sacerdote, diácono o en la
vida consagrada? Llame al Padre J. D. Jaffe
al (703) 841-2514, o escriba a:
[email protected].
Misa y Celebración de Nuestra Sra. de la Guadalupe
Buscamos voluntarios para participar en los eventos de la
misa de Nuestra Señora de la Guadalupe. La Misa sera el
14 de diciembre del 2013 a las 12 pm. Después de la misa
todos están invitados a una recepción en el gimnasio. Para
mas información, por favor hable con el Padre Baez lo mas
pronto posible.
Hora Santa: Jesus nos dijo ¿No puedes acompañarme
por una hora? El grupo de oración de la parroquia los
invita a una Hora de Adoración delante del Santísimo
normalmente todos lo últimos sábados del més. La
próxima hora santa será el 21 de diciembre.
Grupo Divina Misericordia y Compasión ¿Conoce a
alguien que se encuentre solo y enfermo? ¿Sabe de
alguien que necesite de la palabra de Dios y de la
compañía de miembros de su iglesia? Un grupo de
personas de nuestra parroquia visita a los miembros de la
comunidad que se encuentran enfermos en los hospitales ó
en sus casas. Se brinda oraciones y compañía a todas
aquellas personas delicadas de salud. Tambien un ministro
le puede traer comunión ó puede pedir que un sacerdote le
visite para recibir los sacramentos. Por favor llamen a
Gilma Orozco al 571-238-6634.
Quiere Mejorar su Inglés? Inscríbase en Clases de
Inglés! Ofrecemos clases de inglés en San Leo Magno los
sabados de 10 am a 12 pm. Inscríbase los sabados a partir
de las 10 am en la parroquia (salon de Guadalupe). El
costo de las clases es $50 por un semestre entero de 12
semanas, e incluye el libro. Para más información, llame a
Caridades Católicas, Hogar Immigrant Services al 571-2081572.
Grupo de Oración Sábados 6-8:30pm, Salon de Nuestra Sra
de La Guadalupe. Información: Jose Ferrufino: 703-250-1343.
Educación Religiosa
Catequesis: Se necesitan catequistas bilingües para los
domingos de 11:00 am a 12:30 pm. Las personas
interesadas por favor comunicarse a la oficina de
Educacion Religiosa 703-273-4868, o por correo
electrónico: [email protected].
THIRTY-THIRD SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
ST. LEO THE GREAT CHURCH
FAIRFAX, VIRGINIA
www.stleofairfax.com
November 17, 2013