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St. Mary’s Catholic Church
FOUNDED IN 1795 310 SOUTH ROYAL STREET • ALEXANDRIA, VIRGINIA
Rev. Dennis W. Kleinmann, Pastor
Rev. Robert L. Ruskamp, Parochial Vicar Rev. Nicholas R. Barnes, Parochial Vicar Rev. Edward J. Bresnahan, In Residence
Rectory 310 Duke Street, Alexandria, Virginia 22314 • 703-836-4100 • Fax: 703-549-3605 Website: http://www.saintmaryparish.net
St. Mary’s School (PK-8) • 703-549-1646 • Fax: 703-519-0840 Mrs. Janet Cantwell, Principal ([email protected]) 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) Angela Lademan, Director of Young Adult and Youth Activities, (571-319-1975) 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 (Nursery in Lyceum, 313 Duke St.) 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 - 8:00 AM only Novenas and Adoration at the Church: Miraculous Medal Novena - Monday - noon Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament - Thursday - 12:30 to 7:30 PM Mother of Perpetual Help Novena and Holy Hour - Thursday - 7:30PM Nocturnal Adoration - every First Friday, 9 PM to Saturday 6 AM Holy Hour for Life - every First Saturday following 8:00 AM Mass Confessions: Monday - Friday following the 12:10 PM Mass Saturday - 4:00 to 5:00 PM and 7:00 to 7:30 PM Thursday - 7:30 PM (during Holy Hour) First Saturday - 8:30 AM (during Holy Hour) 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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FROM GREEN TO GOLD
With this weekend we enter what the Church calls Passiontide. It is the final two weeks of Lent, leading up to the celebrations of the Lord’s Last Supper on Holy Thursday evening, His passion and death on Good Friday afternoon, and the mother of all ceremonies, the Easter Vigil on Holy Saturday night. The last two weeks are considered a bit more intense. That is why the Crucifix and the statues in church are covered in violet (purple). It helps to create an atmosphere of intensified penance, as we then await their unveiling. This of course also means Lent is nearly over. If we haven’t been as faithful to our Lenten practices of increased prayer, fasting, and almsgiving we have this final thrust before Easter. We have these two weeks to really strive for deeper holiness and greater faith. My prayer is we use this time well and truly grow spiritually. Attending this week’s installment of our Lenten Reflection series on Tuesday night is one way to work on this. Participating in the Lenten Soup Supper hosted by our parish Boy Scout troop is another way. Following that penitential dinner with the Stations of the Cross would also further help, as would going to confession which immediately follows the Stations. Holy Week is even more intense than this week. I will discuss that further here next week. One of the practices of Lent, as I mention above, is almsgiving. Specifically this involves being charitable whether it be with our financial resources, with our time, or with our skills with which God may have blessed us. It is a matter of truly giving, more than merely giving from our excess. Helping those less fortunate than ourselves is what this is all about. Helping the truly poor particularly is a duty of ours and not only during Lent. That said; I have had more and more people commenting to me about the growing number of individuals who are outside of Mass on weekdays, but especially on weekends. Many of them are good people who may be struggling in different ways. That they are here every day or every weekend may cause us to question their motives. I presume word has gotten out that our parishioners are generous, so they continue to come and in greater numbers. That is a reflection on you and your tremendous generosity, which I have mentioned here in this column multiple times before. What we don’t want to do is enable any kind of less than good behavior. There would seem to be a limit to all of this as well. No doubt this can all be a bit annoying and some are downright upset about this. We are somewhat restricted on what we can do. I also presume that the more you give, the more they will come.
I certainly hope that no one feels obligated to give. Many of these people are not homeless. I can assure you we as a parish provide ample funds to the poor—at the rectory door, through our St. Vincent de Paul Society, and with funding to local groups such as ALIVE and to the diocesan Catholic Charities which in turn have a number of programs for the poor. I have a policy that if these individuals solicit on the sidewalk outside of Mass I will not give them parish funds that day. We are considering withholding any parish funding if they solicit after Mass. In that way it will be up to you (and them) as to how they receive gifts. Again, we all should want to be charitable. We have a duty to be. But there also can be limits on this and we want to use the donations you give us in the best way possible so that people in need are truly helped. This is all something we can think and pray about these last two weeks of Lent. Please let me know if you have any thoughts on this. I sincerely thank you for your great generosity!
In Christ, Fr. Kleinmann
MONDAY, MARCH 23, 2015
6:30 A.M. Special Intention: Abigail Verna 8:00 A.M. Catherine Herman 12:10 P.M. Loretta Miller
TUESDAY, MARCH 24, 2015 6:30 A.M. John “Jack” Burns 8:00 A.M. Special Intention: Mary Hinckley 12:10 P.M. Michael and Margaret Rusnak
THE ANNUNCIATION OF THE LORD WEDNESDAY, MARCH 25, 2015
6:30 A.M. Special Intention: Lucille Helmbrecht 8:00 A.M. Special Intention: Fr. Robert Lange 12:10 P.M. Special Intention: Emily Liutkus
THURSDAY, MARCH 26, 2015 6:30 A.M. Joseph Ho Yuen, 31st Anniversary 8:00 A.M. Special Intention: Madeline Manaker 12:10 P.M. Leonora Ebhardt
FRIDAY, MARCH 27, 2015 6:30 A.M. Walter Shepherd 8:00 A.M. William Rhatican 12:10 P.M. Luis, Cloris, and Heidi Sola
SATURDAY, MARCH 28, 2015 8:00 A.M. Francis Jessey 5:00 P.M. Special Intention: Sarah Le
PALM SUNDAY OF THE PASSION OF THE LORD MARCH 29, 2015
7:00 A.M. Gertrude Villhauer 8:30 A.M Catherine Golinowski 9:15 A.M. Gail Mullare 10:00 A.M. Special Intention: Caroline Gilroy 11:30 A.M. Special Intention: Lucille Helmbrecht 1:00 P.M. Parishioners of St. Mary 5:00 P.M. Special Intention: Emma Lopo-Sullivan
V. The Angel of the Lord declared unto Mary. R. And she conceived of the Holy Spirit. Hail Mary, etc. V. Behold the handmaid of the Lord. R. Be it done unto me according to Thy word. Hail Mary, etc. V. And the Word was made Flesh. R. And dwelt among us. Hail Mary, etc. V. Pray for us, O holy Mother of God. R. That we may be made worthy of the promises of Christ. Let Us Pray Pour forth, we beseech Thee, O Lord, Thy grace into our hearts, that we to whom the Incarnation of Christ Thy Son was made known by the message of an angel, may by His Passion and Cross be brought to the glory of His Resurrection. Through the same Christ Our Lord. Amen.
WE WELCOME THROUGH THE SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM Chase Vi Broerman
Siena Bay Pelusi
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Immaculate Heart of Mary, pray for us.
PRO-LIFE CORNER
"In dangers, in doubts, in difficulties, think of Mary, call upon Mary. Let not her name depart from your lips, never suffer it to leave your heart. And that you may obtain the assistance of her prayer, neglect not to walk in her footsteps. With her for guide, you shall never go astray; while invoking her, you shall never lose heart; so long as she is in your mind, you are safe from deception; while she holds your hand, you cannot fall; under her protection you have nothing to fear; if she walks before you, you shall not grow weary; if she shows you favor, you shall reach the goal."
Saint Bernard of Clairvaux
Jesus, Mary and Joseph, pray for us.
O Most Sacred Heart of Jesus, have mercy on us!
VOCATIONS
“He became the source of eternal salvation for all who obey Him”
The gift of a vocation to the priesthood or consecrated life requires an obedient response through prayer and action.
Call Father J.D. Jaffe at 703.841.2514, or write: [email protected].
40 DAYS FOR LIFE - SPRING CAMPAIGN Now through March 29, 2015
Join this internationally coordinated prolife mobilization – sign up to pray at the Women’s Health Clinic at 101 S. Whiting Street, 22304 (near Landmark Mall) during the vigil now through March 29. Opportunities to join in community outreach efforts are available as well. This campaign has been responsible for saving close to 9,700 lives from abortion, led to the conversion of 107 abortion workers, and seen 60 abortion facilities close. For details and online sign up for praying at the clinic, go to www.40Daysfor life.com/Alexandria or contact Sara Dina at [email protected].
THE LIGHT IS ON FOR YOU: Each Catholic parish in the Diocese of Arlington and the Archdiocese of Washington will have Confessions available every Wednesday evening from 6:30 to 8:00 during Lent. If you have been reluctant to come to the Sacrament or have been away for some time, this is a wonderful opportunity to re-connect with Christ and His Church. Learn more at www.the-light-is-on.org.
STATIONS OF THE CROSS
Fridays during Lent at 7:30 P.M. in the Church, followed by Confession.
ABSTINENCE: Everyone over 14 years of age is bound to observe abstinence (no meat) on all Fridays during Lent.
We adore You O Christ and we praise You, because by Your holy Cross You have redeemed the world.
LENTEN SOUP SUPPER Come enjoy delicious meatless soups and join in fellowship with other
St. Mary’s Parishioners; then head over to Stations of the Cross at 7:30 P.M. Date and Time: Friday, March 27th, 5:30 to 7:00 P.M. Where: St. Mary’s Lyceum Hosted By: St. Mary’s Boy Scout Troop 301 Admission: $5.00 per person or $20.00 per family of four or more.
All proceeds donated to charity. Childcare will be available through the St. Mary’s CYO Youth Group.
WORLDWIDE MARRIAGE ENCOUNTER WEEKEND In the first reading it says “I will be their God, and they shall be my people.” God wants to be invited into your marriage. The next Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekends are April17-19 in Fredericksburg or September18-20, in Herndon. For more info or to apply, visit our website at renewmarriage-vanorth.org or contact us at [email protected] or 703.378.4150.
SECOND COLLECTION FOR CATHOLIC RELIEF SERVICES Thank you for your generous support of the Catholic Relief Services Collection. Through your generosity families will be reunited, valuable life skills will be taught to those seeking a better life, and many will have vital humanitarian needs met. Please visit www.usccb.org (search “Catholic Relief Services Collection”) to learn how your donations make a difference and help Jesus in disguise.
MEN’S DISCERNMENT RETREAT: Could Christ be calling you to the priesthood? Take a step to find out. A vocation discernment retreat for men (ages 17-55) will be held March 27-29 at the San Damino Reatreat Center. Registration is $60. (Assistance is available.) For more info or to register, contact Fr. J.D. Jaffe at 703.841.2514 or [email protected].
LENTEN REFLECTION MINI-SERIES St. Mary’s will host a three part reflection series on
Fatherhood, Motherhood and Sonship. Everyone is most welcome to attend part of all of the talks and the respective holy hours.
All holy hours will begin at 7:30 P.M. in the Church.
Tuesday, March 24th Mary, the Annunciation and Motherhood by Father Ruskamp
"Prayer is powerful beyond limits when we turn to the Immaculata who is queen even of God's Heart."
Saint Maximilian Kolbe
WORK CAMP NAIL FUNDRAISER: St. Mary’s teens are outside all the Masses today asking for donations to help them get to Work Camp this summer. Work Camp is a weeklong service trip hosted by the Arlington Diocese. Please help our teens get to Work Camp! If you are unable to make a cash or check donation today, donations can be sent to the attention of Angela Lademan at the St. Mary’s Rectory 310 Duke St., Alexandria, VA 22314. Checks can be made out to St. Mary’s Parish with “Work Camp Donation” in the memo line. Thank you all so much for your generosity and prayers!
SUMMER DISCERNMENT CAMPS: Quo Vadis Days and FIAT Days are camps for Catholic high school students (rising freshmen – rising seniors) to deepen their faith, learn more about all vocations, and better discern God’s call in their lives. FIAT (for girls) runs July 12-16; Quo Vadis (for boys) runs July 26-30. Both are held at Mount St. Mary’s Seminary in Emmitsburg, Md. Spots are filling quickly! For more information and to register, visit ArlingtonVocations.org.
THANK YOU! The Third Grade Girl Scout Brownies would like to thank the St. Mary Priests and the parishioners for your generosity towards the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria. The Animal Welfare League of Alexandria will put your towels, blankets, pet food and cash donations to good use. We are blessed with your kindness. Thank you!
MAKE PLANS NOW FOR THE 2015 WORLD MEETING OF FAMILIES TO BE HELD IN PHILADELPHIA: Join Pope Francis and families from throughout the world on Sep. 22-27, 2015, in Philadelphia. This gathering will underscore the family’s importance and its positive impact on society. The 2015 theme is “Love is Our Mission: The Family Fully Alive.” The days will be filled with Mass, Exposition, and dynamic speakers. During the evenings, there will be film festivals, concerts, and the like. There will also be an Exhibition/Marketplace area, as well as a youth track and day care. To learn more, visit www.worldmeeting2015.org. Registration is now open!
WEEKEND RETREAR FOR HEALING AFTER ABORTION FOR WOMEN - MAY 1-3: This retreat offers a beautiful opportunity for women who have struggled with the emotional or spiritual pain of abortion to experience the mercy and compassion of God. It offers a supportive and confidential environment where you can begin the process of healing. For more info or to register please call: 888.456.HOPE / 888.456.4673 or email: [email protected].
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DIVINE MERCY CORNER
“My Heart overflows with great mercy for souls, and especially for poor sinners. If only they would understand that I am the best of Fathers to them and it is for them that the Blood and Water flowed
from My Heart as from a fount overflowing with Mercy. For them I dwell
in the tabernacle as King of Mercy.”
(Jesus to St. Faustina, Diary 367)
JESUS I TRUST IN YOU!
TODAY'S READINGS First Reading: I will make a new covenant; I will write my law upon their hearts (Jeremiah 31:31-34) or Ezekiel 37:12-14. Psalm: Create a clean heart in me, O God (Psalm 51) or Psalm 130. Second Reading: Christ learned obedience and became the source of eternal salvation (Hebrews 5:7-9) or Romans 8:8-11. Gospel: If a grain of wheat falls to the ground and dies, it produces much fruit (John 12:20-33) or John 11:1-45 [3-7, 17, 20-27, 33b-45].
READINGS FOR THE WEEK Monday: Dn 13:1-9, 15-17, 19-30, 33-62 [41c-62]; Ps 23:1-6; Jn 8:1-11 Tuesday: Nm 21:4-9; Ps 102:2-3, 16-21; Jn 8:21-30 Wednesday: Is 7:10-14; 8:10; Ps 40:7-11; Heb 10:4-10; Lk 1:26-38 Thursday: Gn 17:3-9; Ps 105:4-9: Jn 8:51-59 Friday: Jer 20:10-13; Ps 18:2-7; Jn 10:31-42 Saturday: Ez 37:21-28; Jer 31:10, 11-13; Jn 11:45-56 Sunday: Mk 11:1-10 or Jn 12:12-16 (procession); Is 50:4-7; Ps 22:8-9, 17-20, 23-24; Phil 2:6-11; Mk 14:1 — 15:47 [15:1-39]
SAINTS AND SPECIAL OBSERVANCES Sunday: Fifth Sunday of Lent; Third Scrutiny Wednesday: The Annunciation of the Lord Friday: Abstinence
DIVINE MERCY CENACLE: The Divine Mercy Cenacle meets on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday at 10 A.M. in the St. Joachim Room to experience the splendor of our Catholic Faith through Sacred Scripture, the Catechism of the Catholic Church and The Diary of St. Faustina, using a formation manual written by the Marians of the Immaculate Conception and Dr. Bryan Thatcher. Cenacles are now worldwide. Please stop by to visit and learn more about how Trust in God reveals God's Love and Mercy and healing that Our Lord offers each one of us. All are welcome. For questions, please call Harry or Lynne Dolton at 703.960.0592.
NEWS FROM ST. MARY’S SCHOOL The snow has melted away and spring is finally in the air at St. Mary’s School! We remain extremely busy moving through the year both academically and spiritually. Our Lenten journey has begun and promises to be a time of reflection and spiritual growth! A number of middle school students were honored at Masses last week and in February when they received the Student of the Month award. In February, the award was given to students who consistently exhibit the virtue of gratitude. Congratulations to: Will Thompson, Gordan Finucan, Sarah Glasow, Alessandra DelDona, Matthew Stachura, Annika Waller, Katie Troxell, Colin Fletcher, Regan Clare, Auggie Sommers, Luke Morken, Jack Dougherty, Elijah Hensly, Ellie Loughlin, Maggie Daly, Libby York, Olivia Augustine, Javier Chiriboga and Cecelia Finucan. This month, the award has been given to middle school students who have displayed the virtue of honesty. Congratulations to: Mary Claire O’Brien, Sophie Pickard, Savannah Hensley, Harper Casey, Ben Rutherford, Kelly Riley, Genarro Cardarelli, Evan Hood, Gene Leggett, Radames Pena-Vega, Andrew Buckman, Alex Simuro, Jacob Zweifach, Ned Muckerman, and Jacqueline Wode. Also of special note are the accomplishments of a few middle school students. William Sanders has qualified as a semifinalist in the National Geographic Geography Bee and will attend the state championship at the end of this month. Additionally, sixth grader George Rizzo was the winner of our school Spelling Bee, and seventh grader Patrick Scolese will represent St. Mary’s School at the Diocesan-wide Spelling Bee. Congratulations to all! We ask that you continue to keep our second graders in your prayers as they prepare for their First Communion in May.
Looking Ahead Thursday, April 6: 11:30 A.M. dismissal; NO EXTENDED DAY Friday, April 7-10: Easter Break Monday, April 13: Classes Resume
BAKE SALE NEXT WEEK: Please set aside a few minutes after all Masses on Sunday, March 29th to purchase delicious home made desserts! Proceeds to go for the annual religious education contest.
CONFIRMATION CRASH COURSE This is a wonderful opportunity for adults who are Catholic but have not been confirmed to prepare to receive this Sacrament. St. Mary's is offering a four week, "Confirmation Crash Course," where you can receive important preparation in order to be Confirmed later on in May by Bishop Loverde. The Confirmation Crash Course will consist of four, once a week meetings beginning on Monday April 13th at 7:30 P.M. Please contact Father Barnes at [email protected] or by calling the parish office, 703.836.4100, to inquire and to sign up. Can you think of someone who still needs to be confirmed? Please encourage him or her to sign up. There is no time like the present.
Father, we adore You. Lay our lives before You. How we love You.
Jesus, we adore You. Lay our lives before You. How we love you.
Holy Spirit, we adore You. Lay our lives before You. How we love You.
PATRICIANS: "St. Patrick" is the topic for this month's Patricians which meets Saturday, March 28, 9-11 A.M. in St. Mary’s Lyceum. All adult Catholics are invited to this monthly discussion group which gives lay Catholics an opportunity to grow in knowledge of the faith while discussing an aspect of Catholic life in the comfort of a prayerful, family setting. Fr. Nicholas Barnes serves as spiritual director and provides additional commentary. Refreshments provided. Contact Linda Melone at 703.725.8526 or [email protected].
YOUTH ACTIVITIES (7TH - 12TH GRADE) Are you in 7th-12th grade and looking to get involved and meet other teens from St. Mary’s parish? Contact Angela Lademan for more information and to be added to the email list: [email protected].
CORE Team: St. Mary’s teen CORE Team meets on Wednesdays from 6:30-8:00 P.M. to help prepare youth activities and to learn more about the Faith. If you are in high school and would like to learn more about the Faith, have the chance to develop your leadership skills, and to be able to serve your fellow teens, consider joining CORE Team!
YOUNG ADULTS (21-39) EVENTS
“Rediscover Lent” Book Study, Thursdays from 7:30-9:00 P.M. We’ve begun our Lenten book study on Matthew Kelly’s “Rediscover Lent”, but feel free to drop by and join in the discussion, we can catch you up! (March 26th).
Work Camp Help Needed: St. Mary’s teens will be going on the diocesan week long service week June 20-26. If you want the opportunity to serve our poorer neighbors in the Virginia area and to help the teens get to Work Camp, please consider joining us as an adult crew leader or contractor. Contact Angela for more information.
To be added to the young adult email list or for any further details on young adult events at St. Mary’s, contact Angela Lademan at
SAINTS ANNE AND JOACHIM SCRIPTURE STUDY April l2, 2015 at 10:00 A.M. in the Lyceum
Please read the Introduction and Chapter 1 of Hebrews. All are welcome.
Have mercy on me, O God, in your goodness; in the greatness of your compassion wipe out my offense.
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PLEASE PRAY FOR ALL THOSE WHO ARE ILL, INCLUDING:
Marie Abadjoby Jack Allen Felicia Altmeyer Baby Mercy Amaya Patricia Amaya Aaron Araya Pat Areno Mary Averna José Ayala Romula Baptista Roberta Bauer Troy Baxley Dolores Benavides Tori Benecchi Arthur Binninger Janet Bishop Baby Simon Blouin Baby Brady Blythe Ruth Bogdonoff Tom Boiles Harold Bonawitz Chris Bosworth Robert Bowen Baby Gunner Christopher Breiner Theresa Bresnahan Hannah Brittain-Dubois Roger Bruce Jake Bulmer Dailey Byrd Jerry Caesar Dorothy Campbell Brian Campion Debbie Campo Martha Canning Ron Celeste Charles M. Chamberlain, Jr. Julia Chung Nedra Chung Kathy Clausen Will Cofer Beatriz Coquilla-Canete Sister Anne Correale Clem Cowley Carter Cox Dan De Celles Ken Crowe Paul Delaney Dan Doherty Mary Lou Donahue Christina Donald Kathleen Dorsey Tracy Doyle Bill Dumire Richard Edes Joe Elias Sandra Elias Jessica Elmschaeuser Katherine Ferrell Lisa Flowers
Liliana Fore Tom Frederick James Fusco George German Michael Giancarlo Betty Gibbs Turi Gibson Regina Giuseppe Millie Goods Lorraine Grippi John Guerin Tom Guerin Joan Gullen Hubert Hahn Luca Harmon Mike Hart Dale Henderson Don Hilbert Carol Holver Helen Hoover Aidan James Bethany Johnson Stephanie Johnson Stephen Klare William Kleinmann Fr. Dennis Kleinmann Larry Klingler Baby Christian A. Knight Larry Koblenz Lynn Kramer Jackie Kruse Arnold Kunkler, Jr. Joy Labez Catherine Lameynardie Alexandria Lang Fr. Robert Lange Thomas Larsen Etelvina León-Duarte Patricia León-Duarte Mary Frances Lewis John Linehardt Anthony Lodato Gabriel Loeser Baby Samuel Looney Frank Lopapa Emma Lopo-Sullivan Peter Lor Thomas Lovely Michael Luken Holden Mauk Shellyn McCaffrey Frank McCarthey Melanie McCollum Eileen McDonough Brother Shamus McGrenra James McGrath Family David McGugan William McNamara Frank Medico Janice Melone
Jason Micheli Kendall Moseley Edward Muckerman Dan Morrow Mary Morrow-Bax Anna Munro Janet Naughton Edward Nee, Jr. Betty Nesky Terry Nunnan Geraldine Petrino Dee Phillips Ilse Pollard Natasha Powderly Tina Porter Jack Pruden Blaise Pugh Ira Ravitz Dolly Reeder Blair Riggs Rosa Rodriguez Gerard Rosekruns Michael Ryan Frank Sakowski Heather Saparoff James Saunders Peter L. Scheetz Michael Schryock Jeffrey Schuldenfrei Sylvia Schwab Margaret Grace Scolese John Shannon Baby Joey Shaw Mary Shelin Mike Stachura Anthony Stapleton Peter Stapleton David Stefans Mary Stier John Street Mary Sullivan Carson Svilich Gayle Temple Ray Tobin John Tracy Margaret Trick Dr. Trimber Jane Trimber Fr. Daniel Vitz Marie Walton Gloria Wanchock Larry Ward Margaret Whelan Angela White Raea Whitecotten Baby Carly Theresa Wyvill Thomas Zamaria Robert Zapalac Yolanda Yebra
PLEASE PRAY FOR ALL THE DECEASED, INCLUDING: Cameron Smook and Margaret Trick
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 Douglas N. Krawczak 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 soldiers 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
ANNUAL WOMEN’S CONFERENCE: All women of the Diocese are encouraged to attend the annual Women’s Conference at Foxchase Manor in Manassas on March 28 with the lovely Kerri Caveizel and the founder of Mary’s Shelter, Kathleen Wilson. The conference will focus on Transforming Suffering into Joy. It will begin with Mass celebrated by Bishop Loverde at 8:45 A.M. Confessions will be offered from 7 to 8:45 A.M. No registration at the door. Please visit www.arlingtondiocese.org/women for more details.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES The Institute of Catholic Culture
is currently accepting applications for: Operations Director and Magdala Apostolate Program Coordinator
The Institute of Catholic Culture is an adult catechetical organization, faithful to the Magisterium of the Catholic Church, and dedicated to the Church’s call for a new evangelization. The Institute seeks to fulfill its
mission by offering educational programs structured upon the classical liberal arts and by offering opportunities in which authentic Catholic culture
is experienced and lived.
We seek to fill two positions: operations director, to oversee administration and operations of the Institute of Catholic Culture, and Magdala Apostolate
program coordinator, to manage all aspects of the Institute’s Magdala Apostolate. These are full-time, salaried positions based in Front Royal, VA.
For further information and to apply, please visit: http://www.instituteofcatholicculture.org/employment-opportunities/
or call 540.635.7155
CATHOLIC BUSINESS NETWORK (CBN): Join the Alexandria Chapter of the Catholic Business Network (CBN) for its April Breakfast! Diane Charles, the new Executive Director for ALIVE (Alexandrians Involved Ecumenically), will share how they serve as the largest private safety net for the needy in and around Alexandria. Our breakfast will be held April 2, 7:30-9:00 A.M., at Walker’s Grille (6909 Metro Park Drive, Alexandria, VA 22310, www.walkersgrille.com). We are now registering for our events on-line! To preregister please go to http://www.cbnnova.org/Alexandria-Springfield (Pay on-line: $15.00; Cash or Check at the door: $20.00) If paying at the door please RSVP by March 31 at [email protected]. Questions? Call Philip Leopold at 703.658.2943. To learn more about CBN and to join visit www.cbnnova.org.
CHRIST HOUSE DINNER: St. Mary’s will be serving dinner at Christ House on Tuesday, March 31st. Please sign up for food donations in the book at the back of the church. Volunteers are also needed to help serve! Many thanks for all your help. The food has been plentiful and delicious and much appreciated by the diners. For questions or to volunteer to help serve, please call Janet Watkins at 703.836.1265, or Rita Meyer at 703.768.3482.
BE A JOB COACH FOR A NEW REFUGEE: Catholic Charities is seeking volunteer coaches to assist job seekers who are recent refugees from other countries. Are you recently retired and looking for a way to give back to your community? Do you have a professional background in human resources, talent management, and/or hiring/recruiting? Our program offers coaching and support in resume writing, self-marketing, job searching, interviewing and networking skills to our clients. For more information, please contact [email protected].
