September 30, 2012
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September 30, 2012
ST. LEO THE GREAT CHURCH FAIRFAX, VIRGINIA www.stleofairfax.com Dear Friends, In a li&le over a month we will go to the polls to elect our naonal and state leaders. It is a moral imperave for every Catholic to seriously consider the issues facing our naon and state in light of the teaching of Jesus Christ. True discipleship does not permit a compartmentalizaon of God’s truth from our human experience and civic responsibility. The Virginia Catholic Conference is offering on its website a voter educaon document, “Civic Responsibility: A Resource for Catholics in Virginia.” The two-sided, easyto- print document contains excerpts from a two-page summary of the U.S. bishop’s November 2007 statement Forming Consciences for Faithful Cizenship. This resource, available at www.vacatholic.org, includes seven key themes of Catholic social teaching that should guide Catholics as they ponder their role in public policy decisions. In the coming weeks, the Conference will also distribute other materials to help Catholics pracce faithful cizenship, including “Know the Posions of the Presidenal Candidates,” a side-by-side look at the two major party candidates on 10 issues important to Catholic; a 10-queson response chart to the Conference’s survey of Virginia’s two U.S. senatorial candidates; and a preelecon le&er by Bishop Loverde and Richmond bishop, Francis DiLorenzo highlighng the importance of many issues, the differences in moral gravity among issues, and the call to parcipate in the polical process. All resources will be available at www.vacatholic.org. I want to remind all individuals and groups that it is NEVER PERMITTED TO PLACE ANY LITERATURE OF ANY KIND ON THE CARS AND WINDSHIELDS OF THOSE ATTENDING MASS. Any persons doing so will be considered to be trespassing and appropriate acon will be taken. Addionally, all literature le@ in Church regarding the elecons and any and all voter guides of any kind must be approved by me before hand. The only materials which I permit to be placed in the Church are those published by the Virginia Catholic Conference and the United Stated Conference of Catholic Bishops – there are no excepons at all to this rule. As we get closer to Elecon Day, emoons, which tend to be inflamed during any campaign season, will perhaps be even more so this year due to the unprecedented seriousness of the issues facing our naon. Recognizing this, it is important to remain rooted in Christ September 30, 2012 through prayer, respecul of the consciences of others, and obedient to the parameters set by our Bishops regarding the Church’s obligaon to present her moral teaching, to make judgments concerning current issues concerning the fundamental rights of all persons and their sacred dignity, and at the same me not to endorse parcular candidates. In Christ, Rev. David A. Whitestone, Pastor In honor of the feast of St. Francis of Assisi, Saint Leo Parish will have a blessing of pets at 10:15 am (following First Saturday Devotions) on Saturday, October 6th in front of church. The blessing will take place rain or shine. Welcome Home Are you or someone you know questioning or struggling to accept some aspect of Church teachings, feeling unable to participate in the Church, or that the Catholic faith is irrelevant? Welcome Home is an opportunity for Catholics to find answers and support in a respectful, welcoming setting. The group will meet twice a month on Sunday evenings, starting October 14th. Each session will include a brief talk, small group discussions, and opportunities for private individual meetings. We are all on a journey to our true home, and we need each other. Please come, and invite any Catholic who is questioning or away from the Church to find the answers for which they are looking. Meetings will be held on October 14 & 21, November 4 & 18, and December 2 & 16. The meetings will start at 7pm and will be in the St. John Room in the Parish Hall. For more information, please contact Deacon Dave Maurer or Carolyn Smith at 703-273-5369. Singer Michael John Poirier at Saint Leo! Catholic recording artist Michael John Poirier returns to lead an inspiring evening of music and Eucharistic Adoration on Saturday, October 6th at 7pm in the Church. This is his third visit to St. Leo, and he is one of the most popular guest musicians we have ever enjoyed. Admission is free. Music will be available to purchase. All are welcome! TWENTY-SIXTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME —Please remember in your prayers the repose of the souls of the faithful departed, especially: Robert Watson, parishioner. Monday Tuesday Wed. Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday —We ask you to remember those in need of our daily prayers, especially: Christine Collins. BLESSING OF PARENTS NEXT SUNDAY: On the 1st Sunday of each month, Saint Leo features a blessing for Expectant and Adopting Parents in support of life & family. The blessing will take place after the 9am Mass in the church. Parents in any stage of pregnancy or the adoption process are invited. The next blessing will be Sunday, October 7th. Jb 1:6-22; Lk 9:46-50 Jb 3:1-3, 11-17, 20-23; Mt 18:1-5, 10 Jb 9:1-12, 14-16; Lk 9:57-62 Jb 19:21-27; Lk 10:1-12 Jb 38:1, 12-21; 40:3-5; Lk 10:13-16 Jb 42:1-3, 5-6, 12-17; Lk 10:17-24 Gn 2:18-24; Heb 2:9-11; Mk 10:2-16 MASS INTENTIONS th THE 11 AM MASS NEXT SUNDAY, October 7 , will be for the souls of those parishioners, family members and friends who have died during the last month. If you would like to have someone remembered in the Prayers of the Faithful at this Mass, please call 703-273-5369. FIRST SATURDAY DEVOTIONS: Next Saturday, Oct. 6th, we will have our regular First Saturday devotions beginning with 9am Mass, ending with Benediction. Come, pray for peace and an end to abortion. An Evening of Praise, Worship, & Adoration will be held Saturday, October 6th, from 7-8:30 pm at Saint Leo in the Church. All are welcome for prayer, beautiful music, Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament and Benediction. Praise music will be provided by Michael John Poirier. St. Leo Adult Bible Study group began our 2012-13 study on Thursday, September 13th at 7:30 pm, in the St. Matthew Room, Parish Hall. The group will continue to meet on the 2nd & 4th Thursdays each month. Drawing on what we've learned about Christianity's roots in Judaism and the Hebrew Scriptures, we will begin with the Messianic prophecies of Isaiah, and then proceed to a study of Matthew. Participants are encouraged to obtain a copy of The Navarre Bible edition of St. Matthew. Call Norma Jo Shore: 703-978-3361 for details. St. Leo Moms' Group Join us for faith-filled fellowship every 1st, 3rd, & 5th Thursday of the month in the Guadalupe Room at 10am. Mothers of any age children, and children of all ages are welcome! Contact Michele Healy: [email protected] or Lisa Harsh: [email protected]. Legion of Mary presents The Fatima Movie on Saturday, October 13th in the Guadalupe Room. The movie will be shown after the 9am Holy Mass and Rosary. Following the movie, there will be discussion about the Fatima apparitions. Refreshments will be provided. All are welcome. Please join us. October 1 through October 7 Mon.: 6:15 9:00 Bette Tyschen Henry Urban Tues.: 6:15 9:00 Alicia Finkel Al and Irene DeMuth Wed.: 6:15 9:00 Lucy Guenther Alice Gorko Thurs.: 6:15 9:00 Special Intention Special Intention Fri.: 6:15 9:00 Lisa Thornton James F. and Caroline Curran Sat. 9:00 5:00 Respect Life Donald & Rosemary McCoy (anniv) Sun.: 7:30 9:00 11:00 1:00 5:00 For the Parish Geraldine Willett deceased of the parish Cesar Solorzano Joseph Cruz In addition to the regular schedule of Masses, Mass has been offered for the following intentions: Anthony Vadillo, Special Intention, Leo Bruyette, Ana Maojid, Leo Bruyette. BAPTISM CLASS IS MANDATORY at Saint Leo. The next class is Tuesday, October 9th 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 this weekend is for the Catholic University of America. Please be generous. ST. LEO THE GREAT CHURCH FAIRFAX, VIRGINIA www.stleofairfax.com A VOCATION VIEW “Would that all the Lord's people were prophets, and that the Lord would put His spirit on them.” All Catholics share the prophetic ministry of the Lord through baptism. Is He calling you to bear witness to His truth as a priest, deacon or in the consecrated life? Call Father Brian Bashista: 703-841-2514, or write him: [email protected]. EUCHARISTIC ADORATION AT PAUL VI CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Please join us for all day Adoration on Thursdays from 8am—2pm each week. Sign up for your time slot by calling Campus Ministry: 703-352-0925 Ext #330. We welcome you to spend some quiet time with our Lord in the school Chapel. We are excited to open this to all members of our community. Because of the nature of our rotating schedule, it is nearly impossible for teachers and students to make a regular weekly commitment to Adore Jesus. We are calling on you to come and pray with the Paul VI faith community. All are welcome & encouraged to join us. Visit or call Campus Ministry: 703-352-0925 Ext #330 or email [email protected] to sign up for a time slot. Divine Mercy Care and the Tepeyac Family Center invite you to : DINE OUT TUESDAY at Pelanos Italian Food (11184 Lee Highway, Fairfax—Jermantown Shopping Center) on Tuesday, October 9th from 4-8 pm. Enjoy a break from cooking and help us help needy babies and moms! Dine-In or Carry Out! 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 Applications are available for pickup at the school office from 8am to 12 noon, and on the school website: www.saintleothegreatschool.org 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. 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. 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. September 30, 2012 ADULT FAITH FORMATION Faith & Food at P.J. Skidoos Join your parish priests at P.J. Skidoos, 9908 Fairfax Boulevard Fairfax, on October 15, at 7:00 pm, for an evening of fellowship and lively discussion over dinner (appezers on us!). We will be in a larger space, so be sure to bring your friends! All ages are welcome! We will also meet on Nov. 12 & Dec. 10. To suggest topics or submit quesons you would like to have answered, contact Carolyn: [email protected] or 703-273-7277. Rite of Christian Initiation and Adult Confirmation Classes for the Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults (RCIA) and for those seeking Confirmation has begun. If you, or someone you know, is interested in learning more about the Catholic faith, or in becoming a Catholic, please join us! Any adult wishing to receive the Sacrament of Confirmation will need to attend the RCIA classes beginning in the Fall. Watch the bulletin for info. For addional informaon regarding any of the above events, please contact Carolyn Smith: [email protected] or 703-273-5369. Calling all interested in serving God by praising Him in song. Please consider serving your church by joining the Music Ministry. If you have been thinking about singing with us….. There are three choirs for adults: Traditional Choir: sings for the 11am Mass on Sunday mornings September - June. They also prepare music for Holy Days, Confirmation, Christmas Midnight Mass, Holy Week, & various other celebrations where music is needed throughout the year. The choir rehearses Wednesday evening from 7:30 – 9 pm in the St. Cecilia room. 1st rehearsal Wed., Aug. 29th. Contemporary Choir returned to the 9am Mass August 26th under the direction of Ann LaBarge. This choir rehearses Thursday evening in the St. Cecilia music room at 7:30pm. Gregorian Schola under the direction of Bob Adams, sings at the 7:30am Mass on the 1st Sunday of the month. They meet Thursday evening in the Rectory basement from 7 – 8pm. Choirs for the Youth of St. Leo: Youth Choir accepting new members in grades 3–6. Rehearsals are on Tuesday afternoon from 4:30 – 5:30pm or on Wednesday afternoon from 3 – 4pm. The Youth choir will alternate singing at the 5pm Saturday Mass & the 11am Sunday Mass. Rehearsals began the week of Sept 10th. NEW YOUNG ADULT CHOIR for those in entering 7th grade thru high school. Rehearsals will be on Tuesday evening from 7–8pm. The first rehearsal will be on September 18th. This group will begin singing at the 5pm Saturday Mass two Saturdays per month. For more information about joining any of our choirs or to register for the youth or young adult choir, please contact Lorraine Neill, Director of Music at 703-273-4682 or [email protected]. TWENTY-SIXTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME Religious Education News 10/8 NO CCD classes today Middle School Students: Join us for Edge nights! This 10/13 Girls Confirmation retreat- Call Erik Teter: 703-591-6089 10/16 Confirmation Parent meeting for Confirmation 2013 10/20 Boys Confirmation retreat- Call Erik Teter: 703-591-6089 10/30 First Communion Parent meeting 7pm in the Gym Religious Education Office: 703-273-4868 Atlantic City Trip Monday, October 15th to the Tropicana. Cost $48. Depart St. Leo 6am, return 10pm. You will receive $20 return and a free buffet. Coffee, donuts, movie and BINGO! on the bus. Sponsored by Saint Leo Columbiettes. To reserve your seat, please call Flo Hogan: 703-280-2343. 2013 Entertainment Books 1000s of $$ of discounts from local & national restaurants, hotels, theaters & activities. Fr. Diamond Council, K of C, is selling the books for $30 each. Books are valid until Nov. 2013. Available at KofC Breakfasts or call David Todd: 703-352-2724 or [email protected]. Copies at rectory office 8-4, Mon-Fri. The Columbiettes are accepting registrations from vendors interested in renting booth space at a CRAFT FAIR to be held at St. Leo on Sunday, Oct. 21st (8am-3pm). Please contact Linda Baringhaus: [email protected] or 703-385-9455 for registration information. Tau Fraternity Open House You are invited to meet the Secular Franciscans. The Third Order Secular Franciscans is an order within the Catholic Church, not a club or organization. The SFO are members of local fraternities who recognize that they are called to follow Christ in the footsteps of Saint Francis. Sunday, October 7th, 1pm, St Joseph Catholic Church Meeting Rm 205 (750 Peachtree St., Herndon.) For more information, please contact Bill Bouffard, Tau Minister: [email protected], or 703-437-6465. SVDP National Vehicle Donation Program can help help someone in need in just three simple steps. Used car donations may be turned into money to provide critical items such as food, shelter, housing, care for the elderly, or medicine. Your tax deductible car donation will help someone in our community. Call (800) 322-8284 (24 hours a day) or http://www.svdpusa.com/NVDPHome.aspx We will host an Ozanam Orientation Volunteer Training Session October 27, 9am - 4:30pm in the Guadalupe room. All Arlington Diocesan Conferences invited. Please RSVP to 703/352-3509. October Food Pantry Distribution: Wednesday, October 17, 6pm - 8pm; Saturday, October 20, 9am - 12noon Join us for High School Youth Night tonight! 68pm in the school gym. Come immediately following the 5:00pm Mass for food, fun, faith and prizes. Open to 9th through 12th grade high school students. Friday, October 5 is called The Best Selling Book of All TIme: Bible Timeline. We meet from 7 to 9pm in the Guadalupe Room every Friday. Open to grades 6-8. An evening of games, crazy fun, and faith! To register for high school youth group/RCIT please visit our website at www.stleosyouth.com. Are you an adult who has a desire to do relational ministry with Middle or High School age youth? We're looking for YOU! We need adult volunteers who are willing to help with our Youth Nights this school year. Contact Erik or Melissa for more information, at [email protected] Our next Girls CLC meeting is Monday, October 1st. Each week we will break open the Gospel, enjoy cupcakes, and have AWESOME conversations as we grow deeper in our faith. Come check it out! 7:30-9:00pm, Youth Room. All Confirmed High School Girls are invited! Our next Boy’s CLC meeting is Wednesday October 3rd. We’ll start the night with an epic game of ultimate Frisbee! Join us for a night of fun and growing deeper in your faith. 7:30-9:00pm. All Confirmed High School Boys are invited! To learn more about CLC’s (Catholic Life Communities) visit our website: stleosyouth.com Want to stay updated on youth events? Visit our website for the full calendar and registration forms. http:// www.stleosyouth.com "It is love alone that gives worth to all things." -St. Teresa of Avila 20th International Week of Prayer & Fasting: Imploring God’s Mercy, Oct. 20—Nov 6. In October, we will unite for 18 days of prayer & fasting leading up to the election to pray & fast for the conversation of nations, for world peace, and to promote the culture of life. This 18 day period consists of 2 novenas (9 days each). The 1st novena will be to petition for God’s mercy on our world, our country, our leaders, our families, our youth, and the unborn. The 2nd novena will be in thanksgiving for hearing & answering our prayers. We begin with all day EUCHARISTIC ROSARY PRAYER VIGIL at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Washington DC, (9AM-4PM) Saturday Oct. 20th. Registration is free. For info please visit our website at www.iwopf.org or call: 1-888-478-PRAY (7729) or 703-707-0799. Father Diamond Council Events & Calendar Meetings – 2nd and 4th Tuesdays 8:00 PM Providence Hall ———————————————————————— Join the Knights of Columbus. Call Pat McGuire 703-218-2986 ST. LEO THE GREAT CHURCH FAIRFAX, VIRGINIA www.stleofairfax.com The Institute of Catholic Culture presents: Creed or Chaos: An Introduction to the True Faith Thursday, October 11, 7:30 pm at St. Ambrose Church Hall (3901 Woodburn Road, Annandale). Presenter: Rev. Paul Scalia. Forming Sacred Scripture: Understanding How the Bible Came to Be Sunday, October 14, 6 – 8:00 pm at Epiphany of Our Lord Church Hall (3410 Woodburn Road, Annandale). Presenter: Eric Jenislawski, PhD (cand). Free Admission! No Reservation Required! For more info, visit: www.sjicc.com or call : 703-504-8733 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: Tomas Reyes 703- 677–2335. Catequesis Para Niños y Jóvenes: domingos 11– 12:30. Llamar a Lee Cena: 703-273-4868. Catequesis para Niños especiales ó sordos: domingos 11:00am—12:30pm Información - Lee Cena: 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 Grupo de Oración Sábados 6-8:30pm, Salon de Nuestra Sra de La Guadalupe. Información: Jose Ferrufino: 703-250-1343. September 30, 2012 “¡Ojalá todo el pueblo del Señor fuera profeta y recibiera el Espíritu del Señor!”. Todos los católicos comparten el ministerio profético del Señor a través del Bautismo. ¿Te está llamando a ser testigo de su verdad como sacerdote, diácono o religioso/a? Llama al Padre Brian Bashista al (703) 841-2514, o escríbele a: [email protected] Clases de Catequesis para Adultos: ¿Has recibido todos tus sacramentos? Si te falta el Sacramento de Comunión o Confirmación, y eres un adulto mas de 17 años, tienes que inscribirte en el curso de catequesis para adultos (RICA). EL curso te enseña todo lo que necesitas para que seas una persona preparada en la fe. El curso comienza el 16 de septiembre 2012 en el Salon de San Juan a las 10 am y continua casi todos los domingos hasta la cuaresma del proximo año. Para inscribirte, habra una mesa en la entrada de la iglesia todos los domingos hasta el 9 de septiembre. Si necesitas mas información, favor de llamar al Diacono Jose Lopez o al Padre Baez al 703-273-5369. Estudio Bíblico– Cronología Bíblica: La Historia de la Salvación "Pues la palabra de Dios es viva y eficaz", "que puede edificar y dar la herencia a todos los que han sido santificados".- Del documento del Vaticano II DEI VERBUM Este 28 de septiembre comenzaremos un nuevo Estudio Bíblico. En este estudio abarcaremos la biblia entera enfocándonos en la historia de la salvación y estudiaremos 14 de los libros que nos ayudarán a poner en contexto todos los demás libros de la Biblia. El Estudio se llevará a cabo todos los viernes a las 7:30pm en el salón parroquial de San Juan y el costo será aproximadamente $25 por persona (cubrirá el costo del libro de trabajo y el esquema de la cronología bíblica). Se requiere que cada participante tenga una biblia o por lo menos una por familia. El cupo es limitado así que reserve su espacio lo antes posible. Para información hablar con Gustavo o Sandra Solares al teléfono 703-250-0089. ¿Deseas conocer tu fe? El ultimo domingo de cada més estudiamos un aspecto de catequesis de la iglesia. Estamos estudiando algunos documentos de Segundo Consejo Vaticano. Según el Santo Padre Papa Benedicto XVI, debemos de estudiar los documentos para prepararnos para el quincuagésimo aniversario (50 años) del Consejo Vaticano. La próxima charla será el 30 de septiembre después de la misa de la 1:00 pm en el Salón de Nuestra Sra de la Guadalupe. Para información llame al Padre Baez o al Diacono Jose Lopez al 703-273-5369. 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.
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