May 3, 2015 - St. Leo the Great Catholic Church | Fairfax, Virginia

ST. LEO THE GREAT CHURCH
FAIRFAX, VIRGINIA
www.stleofairfax.com
Dear Friends,
Due to a "glitch" I was not able print the following
leer from our Bishop in the bullen earlier. Even though
delayed a few days, the teaching of Jesus Christ is always
mely. He gives to us the truth ever ancient and ever new.
We live in a me of great darkness but we live also with an
awareness that Jesus Christ has conquered all as we will if
we remain faithful to Him. The devil is a liar and a
murderer. Let us not be deceived. True compassion - the
compassion of Jesus always begins with the challenge to
recognize sin and then a+er receiving absoluon - to go
and sin no more. We must conform our lives to Christ. In
this way - and only in this way will we be truly free.
In Christ,
Rev. David A. Whitestone, Pastor
May 3, 2015
We also know there is a sweeping sentiment in our
culture which rejects this truth and proposes to
redefine and extend the meaning of marriage to other
types of relationships. Such a shift threatens the
common good, especially the good of children.
At this time, I ask you first and foremost to
pray that the beauty of authentic married love will
inspire many to protect it. Pray for our civil leaders,
our lawmakers and fellow citizens, that all might build
a society that serves the common good and respects
God’s design for sexual difference. Pray also, for the
grace to strengthen your own marriages and take steps
to work towards protecting your family life…..
For more information and resources about
God’s unique design for marriage, visit
www.marriageuniqueforareason.org,
a
website
provided by the United States Conference of Catholic
Bishops.
…... keeping you in daily prayer, I remain
Faithfully in the Heart of Christ,
Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,
In a radio address during World Youth Day in
Brazil, Pope Francis remarked, “Not only would I say
that the family is important for the evangelization of
the new world. The family is important, and it is
necessary for the survival of humanity. Without the
family, the cultural survival of the human race would
be at risk. The family, whether we like it or not, is the
foundation” (Pope Francis, Radio Catedral, July 27, 2013).
We know, too, that the foundation of the family
is marriage - the lifelong, exclusive union of one man
and one woman. As the USCCB has noted, “Only a
man and a woman—at every level of their identity:
biological, physiological, emotional, social, spiritual—
are capable of authentically speaking the language of
married love, that is, the language of total self-gift,
open to the gift of the other and the gift of life” (“Sexual
Difference,” www.marriageuniqueforareason.org)
Most Reverend Paul S. Loverde
Bishop of Arlington
Ecumenical Memorial Service for those who have
lost children through miscarriage, stillbirth, abortion,
or infant death Divine Mercy Care and Tepeyac Family
Center invite you to attend our Annual Memorial Service
on Saturday, May 9, at 7:00 pm at Saint Leo. The
Ecumenical Memorial Service is for those who have lost
a child through miscarriage, ectopic pregnancy,
premature birth, stillbirth, abortion, or infant death. This
prayer service honors life and provides an opportunity for
healing through scriptural readings, personal reflections,
music, and recognition of infants who have passed away.
All who suffered a loss, family and friends, are invited to
attend. For additional information, please call 703-9345552 or email [email protected].
FIFTH SUNDAY OF EASTER
—Please remember in your prayers the repose of
the souls of the faithful departed, especially:
Albert Litschgi, father of Kathleen Litschgi; Renold
Beck, parishioner.
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
—We ask you to remember those in need of our
daily prayers.
BLESSING OF PARENTS TODAY, May 3rd On the 1st
Sunday of each month, Saint Leo parish offers 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.
Mini-Retreat/Evening of Recollection for Women All
women are invited to a silent Mini-Retreat/Evening of
Recollection for Women at St. Leo on May 5th, 7:30-9:30
pm. Sponsored by Opus Dei. Two meditations, a talk and
Confession available. It’s an opportunity to increase
awareness of our need to deepen our spiritual life.
For questions or more info, call Peggy: 703-620-4945.
Naturalization Workshop Volunteers
Catholic Charities -Hogar Immigrant Services
is
seeking
Naturalization
Workshop
Volunteers for our May 23rd naturalization
workshop to be held at Saint Leo. Attorney
and non-attorney volunteers are needed to
help clients fill out applications for U.S. citizenship. No
previous
experience
or
foreign
language
skills
necessary. Training is provided the morning of the
workshop. Email [email protected] or call 571-208
-1572 ext. 102.
FRASSATI FAIRFAX
Under the patronage of
Bl. Giorgio Frassati, we are a community of
young adults (20's-30's, singles and couples)
who are striving to deepen our faith, serve the
community, and evangelize the culture, all
while enjoying coffee and outdoors-y activities.
UPCOMING EVENTS:
May 4: Meet in the vestibule of the Church at 7:00 pm every
Monday. Come for a fun run and prayer around Fairfax City.
All skill levels welcome!
Friday, May 22—Saturday May 23: Memorial Weekend
Backpacking! Join us for backpacking and Sunday Vigil
Mass in the mountains of West VA.
See our Facebook page for these events and more!
Find us on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/groups/
FrassatiFairfax/. Follow us on Twitter: @FrassatiFairfax
For more Info, contact us at: [email protected].
Acts 14:5-18; Jn 14:21-26
Acts 14:19-28; Jn 14:27-31a
Acts 15:1-6; Jn 15:1-8
Acts 15:7-21; Jn 15:9-11
Acts 15:22-31; Jn 15:12-17
Acts 16:1-10; Jn 15:18-21
Acts 10:25-26, 34-35, 44-48;
1 Jn 4:7-10; Jn 15:9-17
MASS INTENTIONS
May 4 through May 10
Mon.:
6:15
9:00
Mary Adams
Antonio Sinon
Tues.:
6:15
9:00
Kathryn Cotner
Alberto Zavoli
Wed.:
6:15
9:00
Allen Dobey
Roland Pepin
Thurs.:
6:15
9:00
Mary Adams
Vincent Bateman
Fri.:
6:15
9:00
Rosario Misterio
Stephanie Jagiello
Sat.:
9:00
5:00
Wanda Downey
Mothers’ Day Novena
Sun.:
7:30
9:00
11:00
1:00
5:00
Mothers’ Day Novena
For The Parish
Mothers’ Day Novena
Mothers’ Day Novena
Mothers’ Day Novena
In addition to the regular schedule of Masses, Mass has
been offered for the following intentions: Carl Thorn,
Special Intention, Lydia Raynor, Special Intention,
Claire Sheehan.
BAPTISM CLASS IS MANDATORY at Saint
Leo. The next class is Tuesday, May 12th 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 will be
The Pastor’s Option Parish Special Needs collection.
Please be generous.
ST. LEO THE GREAT CHURCH
FAIRFAX, VIRGINIA
www.stleofairfax.com
A VOCATION VIEW
“Let us love, not in word or speech, but in truth
and action.” Are you being called to love the
Lord and His people as a priest, deacon, sister
or brother? Love demands truth and action.
Call Father J.D. Jaffe at 703-841-2514 or write:
[email protected].
Saint Leo School 7th Annual Golf Tournament
and Silent Auction May 22 at Westfields Golf
Club in Clifton. Each spring, St. Leo School PTO
hosts a golf tournament open to all golfers, school
parents, parishioners, friends, sponsors and relatives! Funds
raised by the tournament benefit the school’s Technology
Fund. If you would like to sponsor the event or make a
donation, please contact Susan Gledhill, PTO President, at
[email protected] or 202-316-1814, or Jean
Mancuso, Golf Auction Chair, at 703-300-4452 or
[email protected], or contact our school directly at 703-2731211. Thank you for your support!
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED to HELP SAVE LIVES A
WOMAN’S CHOICE CRISIS PREGNANCY CENTER in Falls
Church is in need of volunteers, English speaking and
Bilingual. The only requirement is that one is morally
supportive of Humana Vitae and can give 3 - 4 hours of time
each
week.
We
have
positions
available
for
counselors, clothing sorters & people to drive clients to prenatal appointments. A training and information session will be
held Saturday, May 16th, 9:30-11:30am. For information,
please contact Dolores Wisecarver at 703-538-4305 or email:
[email protected].
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 for the current school year are
available in the school office. You may stop by to
pick one up during school hours, 8:00 am-3:00
pm or access forms on our website at:
www.saintleothegreatschool.org/Admissions.
Applications for the 2015-2016 school
year are available. Join us for an
Open House at 10 am on May 27, or
call the school office to make an
appointment for a tour 703-273-1211.
Financial Aid packets available upon request.
PLEASE NOTE: Saint Leo parishioners receive preferential
status in Pre-School through eighth grade applications.
In-parish families must be registered.
May 3, 2015
ADULT FAITH FORMATION
Faith & Food at P.J. Skidoos
Please join us on Monday, May 4th at 7 pm,
for an evening of fellowship and 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], 703-273-7277.
Pilgrimage to Italy sponsored by St.
Leo the Great's Adult Faith
Formation Travel with Fr. Matthew
DeForest and Carolyn Smith to Rome,
Tuscany, Florence, Siena, Orvieto,
Milan, Sordevolo, and Turin. See the
Holy Shroud in Turin which will not be on display
again until 2025! The trip will be from June 3 – 13,
2015. ALL inclusive price is $3,999.00. This includes
airfare, all hotels, breakfasts, dinners (including red
and white wine), tips, entrances, and private guide.
Mass will be celebrated daily. To register, please
contact Proximo Travel at 855-842-8001 or 508340-9370. You can also register online at:
www.proximotravel.com. You can see an online
brochure at www.stleofairfax.com.
For more information, please contact Carolyn at
[email protected] or 703-273-5369.
LUNCH N' LIFE Are You 50 or Better? Please join us for the
next Lunch N’ Life sponsored by the Shepherd’s Center of
Fairfax-Burke on Thursday, May 21(12-2 pm) at St. Mary of
Sorrows Catholic Church, 5222 Sideburn Rd, Fairfax. Program
will feature Mr. Knox Singleton CEO of INOVA Health Systems
speaking on Current Health Issues. RSVP by May 15th to
Faye Quesenberry: 703-620-0161. Cost: $10; checks
payable to SCFB. If transportation is needed, call the SCFB
office 703-323-4788.
Visit www.scfbva.org for more
information.
THEOLOGY ON TAP
MONDAY, MAY 11
at O'Sullivan's Irish Pub
(3207 Washington Blvd.,
across from St. Charles
Borromeo) All adults ages 21-39 - single & married of all faith backgrounds are
welcome! MONDAY, May 11: Kirsten Evans & Jordan Allott +
live music by dont panic! 7:30 pm Talk + Q&A to follow;
9pm- Live Music. Questions? Contact Erin Healy at 703841-2549 or [email protected].
FIFTH SUNDAY OF EASTER
Religious Education News
First Communion Mass for children scheduled for
Saturday, May 9 will be at 11am. Children should arrive
no later than 10:15am at the school. (Enter through
Religious Education office door.) Rehearsal will be
Thursday, May 7 at 6:45 pm. Children should meet in the
school at 6:45 pm.
Religious Education Office:
703-273-4868
8th GRADE WELCOME night! All rising ninth graders
are invited to a!end our High school youth
night TONIGHT!!! Join us for free dinner, games, and
community. We meet in the St. Leo Gym from 6-8:00pm The
night’s topic is: "Praying through music." Bring a friend!
Girls CLC is this week, Monday, May 4, 7:30-9pm. Each week
we break open the Gospels and reﬂect on scripture. Having
tea pares and eang cupcakes are part of the weekly fun!
Interested? Contact Laura Benne: [email protected]
Archdiocese for the Military Services 20th Annual
Memorial Mass Join in prayer with the Archdiocese for the
Military Services, USA, to honor the men and women who are
serving or have served in the Armed Forces at the 20th Annual
Memorial Mass on the Fifth Sunday of Easter, May 18, at
4:30 pm in the Great Upper Church of the Basilica of the
National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in
Washington, D.C. The principal celebrant and homilist will be
Archbishop Timothy P. Broglio. Military personnel are
encouraged to wear service dress uniform; civilians are asked
to wear business attire.
Boys CLC is this week! Join us Wednesday, May 6, from 7:309pm. Each week we break open the Gospels and reﬂect on
scripture. Playing ulmate frisbee, board games, or jamming
out are part of the weekly fun! Interested? Contact Erik Teter
at [email protected]
Holy Mass: Our Greatest Treasure Understanding the
Richness of the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass Saturday, June
13, 8am– 5pm. The Teenage Enrichment for the Apostles
of Mary (T.E.A.M. Retreat) is sponsored by the Legion of
Mary to be held at Holy Trinity Jubilee Park Inc. (4407 Aldie
Road, Catharpin) Open to all Catholics ages 12 - 18. Come
and join us for an exciting day with holy Mass, Benediction,
Confession, Eucharistic Procession, uplifting talks, skits, &
three hours of exciting activities. The speakers are: Rev.
Francis Peffley and Rev. Joseph Bergida. Fee: $35/person,
$70/family ($45 for late registration after June 5)
Refreshments included. Bring a bag lunch, water and rosary.
Participants will have opportunities to meet new friends, have
fun, learn strong Catholic values, and more particularly, be
drawn closer to God. Mark your calendar and register early.
For info, call Dr. Seggy Acosta: 703-392-6420, Nancy Grenier:
703-869-0040 or Sandy Witter: 703-266-3534, or visit
www.holytrinityjubileepark for registration forms.
Save the Date for the last ON FIRE for Spring 2015- Saturday,
May 16. Meet for 5:00pm Mass, followed by Dinner,
Dodgeball Tournament and a Bonﬁre!
Father Diamond Council
Events & Calendar
Meetings – 2nd and 4th Tuesdays
8:00 PM
Providence Hall
5/3
5/5
5/9
5/16
5/24
KofC State Annual Meeting – Richmond, VA
Officers/Chairmen Meeting Providence Hall 7:30
Rosary to End Abortion – 8:00 in front of
Our Lady of Providence Statue
Antique Car Show Concessions—City Hall
Family Picnic—Providence Hall
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KOVAR – “Tootsie Roll” campaign
June 4 thru June 7
Contact Matt West - 703-359-4652 to volunteer
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Join the Knights – Contact Vince Wilson – 703-218-3432
Middle School
"Thursday Takeovers" HIS WEEK!!!!! Thursday, May 7, 3:305:00pm. Join us for games, snacks and prayer! All 6th-8th
graders are welcome!
Mark your Calendars for JUNIOR HIGH WORKCAMP! Open to
all rising 7th-rising 9th grade students. July 22-25. We are in
need of adults who are fully compliant with the requirements
of the Diocesan Office for the Protection of Children/Young
People to be crew leaders! Email Melissa for more
informaon. Registraon now available.
Volunteer! Do you have a heart for youth ministry? We are
looking for YOU! We are in need of adult volunteers with
hearts on ﬁre for Christ! Must be at least 21 years of age,
and must be fully compliant with the requirements of the
Diocesan Office for the Protection of Children/Young People.
We need volunteers for both our High School and Middle
School Youth Ministry Programs.
Questions? Email Erik or Melissa at [email protected]
Food Pantry Request: Powdered milk, flour,
cooking oils/sprays, fragrance free baby wipes, jam,
sugar/sugar substitutes, canned fruit, hash for
seniors, rice/quinoa/couscous.
No expired food or jumbo service food cans.
May Pantry Distribution:
Wednesday, May 20: 6pm-8pm
Saturday, May 23: 9am - noon
We are here. Putting smiles on faces. Showing our brothers & sisters what
love looks like. Feeding the hungry. Helping to restore lives and picking up
the pieces. Looking out for the less fortunate. Sharing stories of God's
goodness. "It's not about how much you're giving. It's about the heart you
are giving it with" Enjoy God's blessings. Volunteer:703/352-3509.
ST. LEO THE GREAT CHURCH
FAIRFAX, VIRGINIA
www.stleofairfax.com
Summer Theology Courses at Christendom Graduate
School Online courses run from May 4 - August 15. The 6
week session for on-campus courses runs from June 22 –
August 1. We welcome both degree-seeking and casual
students, on either a part-time or full-time basis. We have
low tuition rates and discounts for seniors, catechists, and
Catholic school teachers. WE ALSO HAVE LIVE AND PRE
-RECORDED ONLINE COURSES. For more information,
please visit www.christendom.edu/grad, call 703.658.4304,
or email us at [email protected].
‘Looking for Christ’ – A Spiritual Retreat Join us for a
weekend-long St. Ignatian Retreat at the San Damiano
Spiritual Life Center in White Post, Virginia, in the heart of
the Shenandoah Valley. The purpose of this retreat is to
bring us into an encounter with Christ who heals our
wounds, cleanses our hearts and engages us in an ever
deeper relationship with Him. The retreat is from June 26
to June 28 and will be led by Fr. Julian Elizalde, S.J., of
the Christian Life Community. To register or for more info,
visit
http://www.arlingtondiocese.org/eventsdetails.aspx?
Pageid=5049&id=8306&dt=6/26/2015.
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: Los domingos desde las 12:00pm
a 12:50pm.
Bautizos: Preparación- llamar a Carlos Cea: 703-8362139.
RCIA Para Adultos: Domingos 11:00am-12:15pm, Salón Juan
en el Centro Parroquial. Para información, llamar al Diácono
José López, 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 Diacono
Jose Lopez 703-222-7704.
Catequesis Para Niños y Jóvenes: domingos 11– 12:30.
Llamar a: 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: sabado 5:00—6:30 pm ó domingo 11
am—12:30 pm.
Información: Virginia Pierson —[email protected]
Para mas información, llamar al Diacono José López 703222-7704.
GED: Los domingos de 2:30 a 4:00pm en el salón Guadalupe
May 3, 2015
Race for Seminarians Run the Marine Corps Marathon/10K
on October 25 to support the future priests of the
Arlington Diocese! Runners and walkers of all experience
levels are welcome. For more info on joining the Race for
Seminarians team, visit www.arlingtonvocaons.org.
“No amemos solamente de palabra; amemos
de verdad y con las obras”. ¿Estás siendo
llamado a amar al señor y a su pueblo como
un sacerdote, diácono, hermano o hermana?
El amor exige verdad y acción. Llama al
Padre J.D. Jaffe al (703) 841-2514 o escribele
a: [email protected]
EDUCACIÓN RELIGIOSA
5/9 (Sabado): Primera Comunion (asignados segun la
clase). Nos reuniremos en la escuela a las 10:15am;
Santa Misa sera a las 11:00am.
5/7 (Jueves): Ensayo de la Primera Comunion
(nos reuniremos en la escuela a las 6:45pm.)
Este 23 de Mayo abogados de Caridades Catolicas Hogar
Immigrant Services estarán acá llenando la aplicación de
ciudadanía. El costo es $40 dólares y eso incluye la consulta
con el abogado, llenar la aplicación, las fotografías y el envío
por correo certificado. Usted tiene que traer su tarjeta de
residencia y todos sus pasaportes. Si tiene preguntas llamar al
571-208-1572 extensión 106 ó ir a hogarciudadania.org
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.
Estudio Bíblico: Gálatas- Liberados para Vivir una Vida
Plena El grupo de estudio bíblico todos los viernes de 7:309:00pm en el salón San Juan. Estamos comenzando un nuevo
estudio sobre la Carta a los Gálatas. Personas que no
estuvieron en la sesión anterior que deseen integrarse lo
pueden hacer, el costo de material es $10. Para mayor
información contactar a Gustavo y Sandra Solares 703-3460409.
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 30
de mai.
Grupo de Oración Sábados 6-8:30pm, Salon de Nuestra Sra
de La Guadalupe. Información: Jose Ferrufino: 703-250-1343.
FIFTH SUNDAY OF EASTER
ST. LEO THE GREAT CHURCH
FAIRFAX, VIRGINIA
www.stleofairfax.com
May 3, 2015