St. Mary’s Catholic Church

FOUNDED IN 1795 310 SOUTH ROYAL STREET • ALEXANDRIA, VIRGINIA

Rev. Edward C. Hathaway, Pastor

Rev. Nicholas R. Barnes, Parochial Vicar Rev. Andrew W. Haissig, Parochial Vicar Rev. Edward J. Bresnahan, In Residence

Rectory 310 Duke Street, Alexandria, Virginia 22314 • 703-836-4100 • Fax: 703-549-3605 Website: www.stmaryoldtown.org Office Email Address: admin@stmaryoldtown.org

St. Mary’s School (PK-8) • 703-549-1646 • Fax: 703-519-0840 Mrs. Janet Cantwell, Principal (jcantwell@smsva.org) Main Building 400 Green Street, Alexandria, Virginia 22314; Website: http://www.smsva.org St. Mary’s School of Religion (CCD) and (RCIA) - Fr. Nick R. Barnes (703-836-4100) Director of Young Adult and Youth Activities - Arragon Perrone (571-882-9593) Director of Music - Dr. Charles Saik (703-684-5308) Sunday Masses: Saturday Eve Vigil - 5:00 PM Sunday - 7:00 AM & 8:30 AM, (9:15 AM - Children’s Mass, St. Mary’s School, 400 Green St.), 10:00 AM, 11:30 AM, 1:00 PM & (Vespers - Evening Prayer 4:30 PM) 5:00 PM Weekday Masses: Monday through Friday - 6:30, 8:00 AM, 12:10 PM Federal, National Holidays and Holy Days - Please see bulletin for schedule of Masses Saturday - 8:30 AM only Novenas and Adoration at the Church: Miraculous Medal Novena - Monday - noon Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament - Wednesday - 12:30 to 7:30 PM Mother of Perpetual Help Novena and Holy Hour - Wednesday - 7:30 PM Nocturnal Adoration - every First Friday, 9 PM to Saturday 7:30 AM Holy Hour for Life - every First Saturday 7:30 to 8:30 AM Confessions: Monday - Friday following the 12:10 PM Mass Saturday - 9:00 to 10 AM and 4:00 to 5:00 PM Wednesday - 7:30 PM (during Holy Hour) First Saturday - 9:00 to 10 AM Baptisms: Every Sunday at 2:15 PM. Please call the Rectory to register in advance and obtain regulations concerning godparents, etc. Marriages: Contact Parish Priest at least six months before possible wedding date. Couples who are living together will be asked to live separately during marriage preparation time.

Project Rachel, Post Abortion Help 1-888-456-HOPE Gabriel Project, Pregnancy Help 1-866-444-3553 Arlington Catholic Charities, Adoption Services 703-425-0100

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Oremus pro invicem. “Let us pray for each other.”

We bid a fond farewell to Dr. Charles Saik as our parish music director who will be retiring after over 16 years of faithful service to St. Mary parish. His last Sunday with us will be December 13 and the hosting of Lessons and Carols. Dr. Saik has had a profound impact on our praise and worship of God through his choral conducting, organ playing, and coordination of our overall music program through these many years. Countless weddings, funerals, and special liturgies have benefitted from his musical expertise and vast experience. St. Augustine said that “he who sings prays twice” so we are doubly indebted to his contribution in leading us in worship. We will miss his enthusiastic spirit and dedicated service of the music ministry at our parish, and we wish him well as he moves on to the next chapter of his life, where I am confident he will continue to make a “joyful noise unto the Lord”. We are currently undergoing a local and national search for a new music director. Please refer any qualified person you may know to the following advertisement:

DIRECTOR OF MUSIC Saint Mary Catholic Church - Alexandria, VA www.stmaryoldtown.org

Saint Mary Catholic Church in Alexandria is seeking an accomplished Director of Music to develop and lead the parish music programs, exhibiting proficiency as an organist, providing accompaniment and choral conducting. Situated in historic Old Town, Saint Mary was established as first parish in the Commonwealth in 1795 and now comprises 3,000 families and a school of over 700 students RESPONSIBILITIES: Include, but are not limited to: Developing and executing program of liturgical music for 8 weekend Masses, funerals, weddings, Holy Days and liturgical celebrations Serving the liturgy as organist and director of traditional choir Providing overall leadership and direction to cantors, and leaders of the schola, as well as the contemporary and children’s choirs. Collaborating with pastor and liturgical committee in development of the parish music program in support of the overall liturgical program Perform administrative duties as required QUALIFICATIONS: Practicing Roman Catholic well versed in liturgical norms and customs Proficiency playing the organ to support the liturgy as required Ability to train and conduct choirs; degree in choral conducting a plus Strong organizational skills to coordinate a dynamic liturgical schedule Oral and written communication skills to effectively collaborate with clergy and musicians Knowledge of and facility with the application of the breadth of Catholic musical tradition in order to provide leadership to multiple choirs Fluency in the pedagogy of music and liturgy in order to train volunteer musicians as well as engage the congregation Masters in Music or equivalent preferred Full-time exempt position with salary commensurate with qualifications. Candidates should email cover letter, resume to: pastor @stmaryoldtown.org. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview and audition.

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 16, 2015 6:30 A.M. Jeanne Lenze 8:00 A.M. John Shannon 12:10 P.M. Special Intention: Magre Family

SAINT ELIZABETH OF HUNGARY TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 17, 2015

6:30 A.M. Special Intention: Noel Trana 8:00 A.M. Special Intention: Elizabeth Ann Bahret 12:10 P.M. Albert John Miller, Anniversary

THE DEDICATION OF THE BASILICAS OF SAINTS PETER AND PAUL

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 18, 2015 6:30 A.M. Rita and George Lynch 8:00 A.M. Betty Nieman 12:10 P.M. Deceased Members of the Jacob Family

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 19, 2015

6:30 A.M. Mary Chow-Woon Leung, 10th Anniversary 11/17 8:00 A.M. Special Intention: Cheryl Harp and Teresa Shuter 12:10 P.M. Special Intention: A. W. Kunkler

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 20, 2015 6:30 A.M. Anthony Centurione 8:00 A.M. Jamie McLaughlin 12:10 P.M. Special Intention: Victor Lohmann 7:30 P.M. Traditional Latin Mass

THE PRESENTATION OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 2015

8:30 A.M. Special Intention: The Brian L. Kerns Family 5:00 P.M. Special Intention: Emmanuel Ocampo

OUR LORD JESUS CHRIST, KING OF THE UNIVERSE NOVEMBER 22, 2015 7:00 A.M. Parishioners of St. Mary 8:30 A.M Mary Ellen Feeney 9:15 A.M. Special Intention: Fr. Gregory Thompson 10:00 A.M. Charlotte Kerns, Anniversary 11:30 A.M Special Intention: Fr. Robert Avella 1:00 P.M. Special Intention: Eleanor Walsh 5:00 P.M. Special Intention: Fr. Kleinmann

WE WELCOME THROUGH THE SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM

Jack Shepherd Williams D’Arrigo Rose Eleanor Hutchinson Madeline Regina Snyder

PRAYER TO THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY BY SAINT GREGORY THE WONDERWORKER

Mary, you are the vessel and tabernacle containing all Mysteries. You know what the patriarchs did not know; you experienced what was not revealed to the Angels; you heard what the prophets did not hear.

In short, everything that was hidden from preceding generations was made known to you; even more, most of these wonders

depended on you. Amen.

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Immaculate Heart of Mary, pray for us.

PRO-LIFE CORNER

“Laws which legitimize the direct killing of innocent human beings through abortion or

euthanasia are in complete opposition to the inviolable right to life proper to every

individual; they thus deny the equality of everyone before the law.”

Pope John Paul II, Evangelium Vitae

Jesus, Mary and Joseph, pray for us.

O Most Sacred Heart of Jesus, have mercy on us.

VOCATIONS “Heaven and earth will pass away, but My words will not pass away.”

How is Christ calling you to share His eternal words of salvation? Consider a vocation to the priesthood or

consecrated life. Call Father J.D. Jaffe at 703.841.2514, or write: j.jaffe@arlingtondiocese.org.

SERMON ON THE MOUNT FALL 2015

Join us for our latest Sermon on the Mount series

November 17 – Bone of My Bone

All talks will be held in the St. Mary’s Lyceum Auditorium at 7:00 P.M. Bring a friend and come with questions!

LITURGICAL CHANGES AT ST. MARY

* Weekly Adoration and Holy Hour moves from Thursday to Wednesday.

* Two priests will be hearing confessions every Wednesday at 7:30 P.M.

* Saturday morning Mass will move from 8 A.M. to 8:30 A.M.

* Saturday evening confessions at 7 P.M. will discontinue and will move to Saturday morning, from 9 to 10 A.M. Confessions on Saturday afternoon at 4 P.M. will remain the same.

* First Saturday Holy Hour will be at 7:30 A.M., followed by Benediction at 8:15 A.M.

RETIREMENT FUND FOR RELIGIOUS: Religious give thanks. “We cannot begin to repay all who contribute,” writes a Catholic sister. “So we pray to God, who is never outdone in generosity, to reward you.” Heartfelt thanks for your donation to last week’s collection for the Retirement Fund for Religious. May God bless you for your goodness!

INTERESTED IN BECOMING CATHOLIC? It’s not too late to sign up for RCIA at St. Mary’s! Join us on Monday nights at 7:30 P.M. in the Lyceum Auditorium to learn more about the Catholic Church. Visit our website to register or see the talks that have already been given this year.

THE LEGION OF MARY invites men and women who desire to grow closer to Jesus, to join them Monday evenings at 7:35 P.M. in the St. Ann & Joachim Room of the Lyceum. The main purpose of the Legion of Mary is to give glory to God through the sanctification of its members. Members become instruments of the Holy Spirit through a balanced program of prayer and service. The Legion is, in essence, an extension of the heart and hands of the pastor. Fr. Andrew Haissig serves as spiritual director.

DONATE YOUR CAR AND HELP A FAMILY If you are thinking of replacing your old car with something new, please consider donating your old car to Catholic Charities. We take used vehicles and give them directly to families in desperate need of transportation. Donating to Catholic Charities is easy. We handle all the paperwork and you receive an IRS donation receipt. To donate, please call 703.841.3898.

HOPE AND HEALING: Do not be afraid, for nothing is impossible with God … now is the time to make peace with your past. If you need confidential help after abortion, call .703.841.HOPE (4673) or e-mail info@helpafterabortion.org.

ST. MARY’S GIVING TREE The Youth & Young Adult Apostolate is collecting gifts and donations for:

Catholic Charities Migration & Refugee Services, which is in special need of: hats, gloves, mittens & scarves (child & adult sizes), pajamas (child & adult sizes); any kitchen utensils, cutting boards, pots & pans, can openers; rice cookers, teapots & alarm clocks; any size bath towels; basic cleaning supplies like laundry detergent; twin and full-size sheet sets, blankets or comforters; gift cards to any grocery store, Target or Walmart

Christ House Food Pantry, which is in special need of: canned meats (chicken, corned beef, spam), peanut butter, jelly, tuna, canned vegetables (corn, green beans – both regular & low sodium), individual fruit cups (low sugar), cereal (low sugar), pasta (regular & gluten-free), instant potatoes, macaroni & cheese kits, coffee, cooking oil, flour, sugar, as well as gift cards to Giant, Safeway, Walmart, or Target

There are also tags for monetary donations to the Gabriel Project, which helps pregnant women in need.

Gift tags will be available on the Giving Tree in the rear of the church beginning December 5th and 6th. Please take a tag, purchase the gift or gift card and bring it back to St. Mary’s on December 19th or 20th. Please do not leave gifts or gift cards in the church. UNWRAPPED gifts and donations will be collected outside of the church before and after all Masses at St. Mary’s Church on December 19th and 20th. Any questions, please call the Coordinators of the Youth & Young Adult Apostolate, Arragon & Kara, at 571.882.9593 or email them at saintmarysparishyouth@gmail.com.

COME AND SEE! A VOCATION RETREAT The Daughters of St. Paul will be hosting a vocation discernment retreat at their convent in Alexandria, Friday, November 27, 6 P.M. – Sunday, November 29, 6 P.M. Single women, ages 18-35 years old who would like to learn more about religious life are invited. Contact Sr. Margaret Michael at 703.549.3806 or email vocations@paulinemedia.com.

THE PARISH CHOIR rehearses Wednesday evenings at 7:30 P.M. in the Lyceum. Please call Dr. Saik at 703.684.5308 for details.

BOOK OF REMEMBRANCE Parishioners are invited to inscribe the names

of their beloved deceased in our Book of Remembrance located in the Sacred Heart Shrine.

MARRIAGE AND RELIGIOUS LIBERTY IN AMERICA Saint Raymond of Peñafort welcomes

Most Reverend Salvatore Cordileone Archbishop of San Francisco and Chairman of the USCCB Subcommittee for the Promotion and Defense of Marriage

To speak on "Marriage and Religious Liberty in America"

Thursday, November 19, 2015, 7:30 P.M. 8750 Pohick Road Springfield, VA 20153

This event is free and open to the public. No registration required. For information, contact St. Raymond's at 703.440-0535

SAINTS ANNE AND JOACHIM SOCIETY will be meeting in the Lyceum auditorium on Thursday, November 19 at 1:00 P.M. to view the DVD "The Scarlet and the Black". Bring a brown bag lunch. Drinks and light dessert will be provided. Open to members, friends and other parishioners. If interested or for more information, please contact Barbara Juszczyk (703.683.6834) or Tom May (703.960.9344).

HOLY FATHER’S INTENTIONS FOR THE MONTH OF NOVEMBER

Universal That we may be open to personal encounter and dialogue with all, even

those whose convictions differ from our own.

Evangelization

That pastors of the Church, with profound love for their flocks, may accompany them and enliven their hope.

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DIVINE MERCY CORNER

“This firm resolution to become a saint is extremely pleasing to Me. I bless your efforts and will give you opportunities to sanctify yourself. Be watchful that you lose no opportunity that My providence offers you for sanctification. If you do not succeed in taking advantage of an opportunity, do not lose your peace, but humble yourself profoundly before Me and, with great trust, immerse yourself completely in My Mercy. In this way, you will gain more than you have lost, because more favor is granted to a humble soul than the soul itself asks for...”

(Jesus to St. Faustina, Diary 1361)

JESUS I TRUST IN YOU!

TODAY'S READINGS First Reading: Those who lead the many to justice shall be like the stars forever (Daniel 12:1-3). Psalm: You are my inheritance, O Lord! (Psalm 16). Second Reading: Where there is forgiveness, there is no longer offering for sin (Hebrews 10:11-14, 18). Gospel: Heaven and earth will pass away, but my words will not pass away (Mark 13:24-32).

READINGS FOR THE WEEK Monday: 1 Mc 1:10-15, 41-43, 54-57, 62-63; Ps 119:53, 61, 134, 150, 155, 158; Lk 18:35-43 Tuesday: 2 Mc 6:18-31; Ps 3:2-7; Lk 19:1-10 Wednesday: 2 Mc 7:1, 20-31; Ps 17:1bcd, 5-6, 8b, 15; Lk 19:11-28 or (for the memorial of the Dedication) Acts 28:11-16, 30-31; Ps 98:1-6; Mt 14:22-33 Thursday: 1 Mc 2:15-29; Ps 50:1b-2, 5-6, 14-15; Lk 19:41-44 Friday: 1 Mc 4:36-37, 52-59; 1 Chr 29:10bcd, 11-12; Lk 19:45-48 Saturday: 1 Mc 6:1-13; Ps 9:2-4, 6, 16, 19; Lk 20:27-40 Sunday: Dn 7:13-14; Ps 93:1-2, 5; Rv 1:5-8; Jn 18:33b-37

SAINTS AND SPECIAL OBSERVANCES Sunday: Thirty-third Sunday in Ordinary Time Monday: Saint Margaret of Scotland; Saint Gertrude Tuesday: Saint Elizabeth of Hungary Wednesday: Dedication of the Basilicas of Saints Peter and Paul; Saint Rose Philippine Duchesne Saturday: Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary

Youth and Young Adult Ministries Facebook: St. Mary’s Youth and Young Adult Ministry Instagram: SaintmarysYAYAM Twitter: SaintmarysYAYA

For weekly email updates and newsletters, please contact Kara Hollis at khollis@stmaryoldtown.org

MIDDLE SCHOOL

ALL Middle schoolers are invited to a night of Faith, Fun and Fellowship (F3) at St. Mary’s School gym on Fridays 7-8:30 P.M. roughly twice per month. Our next F3 will be on November 20th.

HIGH SCHOOL ALL HIGHSCHOOLERS ARE INVITED! Dinner, faith, fellowship and more every Sunday evening, 6:00-7:30 P.M. in the Lyceum Auditorium. THIS WEEKEND! NOVEMBER 15th! “How to Know God’s Voice”

Want to grow deeper in your faith? Come to CORE at our new day and time: Sundays, 7:45-8:45 P.M.

This will be a small group setting for High School teens to share their personal faith and discuss how to live it out daily.

MARCH FOR LIFE & LIFE IS VERY GOOD: Middle & high schools youth: Want to celebrate the pro-life movement? Consider attending the Evening of Prayer on Jan. 21st or the Morning Rally & Mass on Jan. 22nd at the Eagle Bank Arena in Fairfax, VA. The March for Life will follow the Morning Rally. Thousands of youth throughout the Arlington Diocese will be there. If interested, contact Arragon & Kara for more information.

YOUNG ADULTS SPECIAL YOUNG ADULT GATHERING: Fr. Benedict Croell O.P. and Fr. James Brent O.P. will be giving a talk on the Holy Spirit and modern society at the Parish this Thursday, November 19th. For more information, contact Arragon Perrone or check out the Facebook page.

FAITH DIRECT: St. Mary’s Church has 269 parishioners enrolled in Faith Direct. That is 26% enrolled to give a recurring offertory gift online. Our target for our first year is 20%, so we’ve already achieved that goal! Many thanks to all who have made the change to Faith Direct.

PRAYER FOR MERCY FOR THE SOULS IN PURGATORY Eternal Father, I offer You the most precious Blood of Your Divine Son, Jesus, in union with the Masses said throughout the world today, for all the holy souls in Purgatory, for sinners everywhere, for sinners in the universal church, for those in my own home and within my own family. Amen.

ST. MARY’S SCHOOL 2016-2017 REGISTRATION FOR NEW FAMILIES AND OPEN HOUSE: Parents of prospective students applying for the 2016-2017 school year are invited to pick up a registration packet and visit St. Mary’s School on Thursday, November 19, at 8:30 A.M. Join us in

the school gym where application packets will be available during a brief coffee reception. A guided tour of the school will follow. St. Mary’s offers an educational and spiritual experience for children in pre-kindergarten through 8th grade founded in the Catholic philosophy of education, which fosters rich religious training as well as solid academics. For more information and to RSVP, contact registrar@smsva.org or 703.49.1646,ext. 4910. Applications are not available before November 19, 2015. St. Mary’s School admits students of any race, color, or national origin.

PROTECTING GOD’S CHILDREN REFRESHER TRAINING 2015

What: Annual Refresher Training for Church & School Volunteers with Children

When: Tuesday, November 17 – 6:30, 7:10 and 7:50 P.M. Wednesday, December 9 and 16, 2015 – 6:30, 7:10 and 7:50 P.M.

Where: Christ Child Hall (lower level of St. Mary’s Middle School) 923 S. Royal Street, Alexandria, VA

Who: Religious education teachers and aides; providers of child care services under the auspices of the parish; youth ministers and volunteers, directors/coaches of children’s activities (athletics, choir, etc.), Boy and Girl scout leaders, parent volunteers having substantial contact with children under 18 years of age who attended the initial 4-hour Virtus training before January 1, 2015 and have not attended another refresher session in 2015.

Due to space constraints at Christ Child Hall, we ask that you pre-register for one of the dates and times provided.

Please contact Patricia Binninger (pbinninger@stmaryoldtown.org) or Elena Otero Bigg, (eoterobigg@smsva.org) or leave a voice mail message at 703.836.4100, extension 27, to reserve a seat at one of the three sessions held each night.

ANNUAL CHRIST THE KING MEN’S DAY OF RECOLLECTION Enjoy a Day of Recollection for Men in honor of Christ the King on Saturday, November 21, from 9:30 A.M.-1:15 P.M. at St. John the Beloved Church (6420 Linway Terrace, McLean, VA 22101). Rev. Frederick H. Edlefsen will direct. Please register in advance by sending a check payable to WAY for $30 to Jennifer Lawler, 5464 Mersea Ct., Burke, VA 22015 by Nov. 18. Pay at the door registration: $35. For more information, contact Dr. Robin Maas at robinmaas@verizon.net; 703.534.5821.

“The future starts today, not tomorrow.” Pope Saint John Paul II

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PLEASE PRAY FOR ALL THOSE WHO ARE ILL, INCLUDING:

Marie Abadjoby Sylvia Duval Adams Anthony Adorante Jack Allen Rosa Maria Almenara Baby Mercy Amaya Patricia Amaya Joan Anderson Aaron Araya Pat Areno Mary Averna José Ayala Romula Baptista Mary C. Bartkowicz Roberta Bauer Olga DiCorpo Bell Dolores Benavides Tori Benecchi Arthur Binninger Baby Simon Blouin Baby Brady Blythe Chris Bosworth Robert Bowen Theresa Bresnahan Mary Claire Bright Roger Bruce Renee Bullion Jake Bulmer Dailey Byrd Jerry Caesar Dorothy Campbell Debbie Campo Ron Celeste Charles M. Chamberlain, Jr. Nedra Chung Kathy Clausen Will Cofer Dawn Cook Beatriz Coquilla-Canete Camden Courcier Carter Cox Dan De Celles David Crawford Ken Crowe Paul Delaney Christopher Dietz Dan Doherty Mary Lou Donahue Christina Donald Betty Egan Dorsett Kathleen Dorsey Karen Downey Tracy Doyle Sue Dwyer Richard Edes Joe Elias Sandra Elias Ron Flynn

James Fusco Michael Giancarlo Betty Gibbs Turi Gibson Regina Giuseppe Millie Goods Lawrence Grenier John Guerin Tom Guerin Joan Gullen Hubert Hahn Luca Harmon David Hanley Mike Hart Dale Henderson Jack Hickey Don Hilbert Nicholas Holden Carol Holver Helen Hoover Becky Hsu Felisa Hervey Scot Imus Aidan James Bethany Johnson John Kelly Steve Kerner William Kistler Stephen Klare William Kleinmann Larry Koblenz Arnold Kunkler, Jr. Catherine Lameynardie Thomas Larsen Brian Le Etelvina León-Duarte Mary Frances Lewis John Linehardt Anthony Lodato Rodney Lodato Baby Samuel Looney Frank Lopapa Maria Lopez Emma Lopo-Sullivan Peter Lor Thomas Lovely Michael Luken Steve Markle Holden Mauk Melanie McCollum Eileen McDonough Brother Shamus McGrenra James McGrath Family William McNamara Frank Medico Janice Melone Teresa Membreño Baby Adam David Miller Russell Miller

Edward Muckerman Keith Murphy Dan Morrow Anna Munro Edward Nee, Jr. Betty Nesky William Pagnella Geraldine Petrino Dee Phillips Ilse Pollard Jason Polson Tina Porter Ira Ravitz Vickie Reddick Ralph Patrick Regan Gerard Rosekruns Marge Rusnak Michael Ryan Heather Saparoff James Saunders Peter L. Scheetz Robert Sherwood Michael Schryock Steve Schultz Margaret Grace Scolese Kent Siegul Virginia Shaffer Baby Joey Shaw Marianne Petrino Sheehan Mary Shelin Sharon Smith Stachura David Stefans Mary Stier George Stone Gregory Stone Patricia Stone Mary Sullivan Carson Svilich Baby Benedict G. P. Tafaro Elaine Tamanini Gayle Temple Ray Tobin Ricardo Torres Mary Treamont Margaret Trick Dr. Trimber Jane Trimber Fr. Daniel Vitz Gloria Wanchock Larry Ward Margaret Whelan Angela White Raea Whitecotton Baby Carly Theresa Wyvill Yolanda Yebra Vincent Zamaria Robert Zapalac Diane Wilkerson

PLEASE PRAY FOR ALL THE DECEASED

Eternal Father, I offer Thee the Most Precious Blood of Thy Divine Son, Jesus, in union with the Masses said throughout the world today,

for all the Holy Souls in Purgatory, for sinners everywhere, for sinners in the universal church, those in my own home and within my family. Amen.

St. Joseph, patron of departing souls, please pray for them.

PLEASE PRAY FOR ALL OUR MILITARY AND CIVILIAN MEMBERS SERVING IN HARM’S WAY, INCLUDING:

Michael Andriani Kyle Biddle Timothy Blaine Casey Chandler Matthew Constantino Peter Culbert Mark Dobson

Neal Jones Rey Gonzalez Jeremy Hill Albert Martins Mark Martins Megan McGarry Christopher Moore Edward Joseph Parry, III

Chris Quayle William St. Clair Brett Taylor Jon Tomita Case Wilson Thomas Wissler Brian Wong

Almighty and Eternal God, those who take refuge in You will be glad and forever will shout for joy. Protect these men and women as they discharge their duties. Protect them with the shield of Your strength and keep them safe from all evil and harm. May the power of Your love enable them to return home in safety, that with all who love them, they may ever praise You for Your loving care. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen.

Tend your sick ones, O Lord Christ. Rest your weary ones. Bless your dying ones. Soothe your suffering ones. Pity your afflicted ones. Shield your joyous ones.

And for all Your love's sake. Amen.

Saint Augustine

St Mary’s Knights of Columbus will be selling Christmas cards after all Masses! Send Religious

Christmas Cards! Email: KCIC459@gmail.com

or call 703.838.3689

BISHOP IRETON IS HOLDING A CHRISTMAS MARKETPLACE Saturday, November 21, 2015 from 10 A.M. - 2 P.M.

Bishop Ireton High School, 201 Cambridge Road, Alexandria. Perfect for holiday gifts - jewelry, personalized gifts, stationery,

sweets and much more from local business and artisans, as well as hand made items from special needs programs.

8TH GRADE TESTING REQUIRED FOR PLACEMENT IN FIVE CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOLS IN THE DIOCESE OF ARLINGTON

Bishop O'Connell High School Bishop Ireton High School Paul VI High School Pope John Paul the Great High School

TEST DATE: Saturday, December 5, 2015

(Snow Date - December 12, 2015)

TEST SITES: BO Bishop O'Connell High School, Arlington BI Bishop Ireton High School, Alexandria PVI Paul VI High School, Fairfax JPG Pope John Paul the Great High School, Dumfries

TEST TIME: 8:30 A.M. - 12 Noon

FEE: $35.00

ELIGIBLE STUDENTS: Any 8th grader attending public school, non-Catholic private schools or Catholic schools outside the Arlington Diocese.

REQUIREMENTS:

Students must fill out a High School Placement Test Registration Form

available under “School Forms” at http://www.arlingtondiocese.org/catholicschools/parents.php

The registration form must be submitted to the test site no later than Thursday, December 3, 2015. The $35.00 fee should accompany the form.

For students who are prevented from taking the test on December 5, 2015, there will be one additional testing date as noted below:

Saturday January 9, 2016 - Winter HSPT at DJO, BI, PVI and JPG or Saturday January 23, 2016 - (Snow Date, at DJO, BI, PVI and JPG)

TEST TIME: 8:30 A.M. - 12 Noon

FEE: $35.00