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Christ….By their holy actions, the laity consecrate the Dear Friends, world itself to God, everywhere offering worship by the holiness of their lives.” The Catechism of the Catholic Church states that “the Church was made manifest to the world on In regards to sharing in the prophetic office of the day of Pentecost by the outpouring of the Holy Christ: “Christ…fulfills this prophetic office, not only Spirit. The gift of the Spirit ushers in a new era - the by the hierarchy…but also by the laity. He accordingly age of the Church, during which Christ manifests, both establishes them as witnesses and provides them makes present, and communicates his work of with the sense of the faith and the grace of the salvation through the liturgy of his Church, ‘until he word….Lay people also fulfill their prophetic mission comes.’ In this age of the Church Christ now lives and by evangelization, ‘that is, the proclamation of Christ acts in and with his Church, in a new way.” by word and the testimony of life.’ For lay people,
‘this evangelization…acquires a specific property and By the gift of the Holy Spirit, Christ continues peculiar efficacy because it is accomplished in the his work of salvation in us, not only when we gather as ordinary circumstances of the world.’” a Church to celebrate the Sacraments but when we recognize and accept our responsibilities towards each And finally, in regards to sharing in the kingly other in matters spiritual and corporal. We are His office of Christ: “By uniting their forces let the laity so Body animated by the Holy Spirit. We are at the same remedy the institutions and conditions of the world time both recipients of God’s life or grace, and when the latter are an inducement to sin, that these channels through whom the grace of God flows to may be conformed to the norms of justice, favoring others. rather than hindering the practice of virtue. By so
doing they will impregnate culture and human works Quoting from the Second Vatican Council, the with a moral value….The laity can also feel called, or Catechism of the Catholic Church states: “The faithful, be in fact called, to cooperate with their pastors in the who by Baptism are incorporated into Christ and service of the ecclesial community, for the sake of its integrated into the People of God, are made shares in growth and life. This can be done through the exercise their particular way in the priestly, prophetic, and of different kinds of ministries according to the grace kingly office of Christ, and have their own part to play and charisms which the Lord has been pleased to in the mission of the whole Christian people in the bestow on them.” Church and in the world….By reason of their special vocation it belongs to the laity to seek the Kingdom of +++++
God by engaging in temporal affairs and directing We welcome seminarian Stephen Vaccarro. them according to God’s will.” Stephen has completed his first year of theology at Pontifical College Josephinum. Stephen is a graduate Again, quoting from the Second Vatican of the University of Virginia and a member of St. Council, the Catechism makes clear that the lay Michael parish in Annandale. He will be with us faithful participate in Christ’s priestly, prophetic, and through mid August when he will return to the kingly offices. seminary. I know he looks forward to learning more about the life of a parish priest and serving you in In regards to sharing in the priestly office of many different ways this summer. I am honored that Christ: “The laity, dedicated as they are to Christ and we at St. Leo have the opportunity to be part of his anointed by the Holy Spirit, are marvelously called vocational discernment and look forward to our time and prepared so that even richer fruits of the Holy together. Spirit may be produced in them. For all their works, prayers, and apostolic undertakings, family and In Christ, married life, daily work, relaxation of mind and body, if they are accomplished in the Spirit – indeed even the hardships of life if patiently born – all of these become spiritual sacrifices acceptable to God through Jesus Rev. David A. Whitestone, Pastor PENTECOST SUNDAY
—Please remember in your prayers the repose of the souls of the faithful departed, especially: Helen Noterman, sister of Peg Armstrong; Joanne
Bretana Padilla, sister of Charles Bretana. Monday 1 Kgs 17:1-6; Mt 5:1-12 —We ask you to remember those in need of our daily Tuesday 1 Kgs 17:7-16; Mt 5:13-16 prayers. Wednesday Acts 11:21b-26, 13:1-3; Mt 5:17-19
Thursday 1 Kgs 18:41-46; Mt 5:20-26 Come Pray the Rosary : Wednesdays 7:00 -7:45 pm (Our Friday 1 Kgs 19:9a, 11-16; Mt 5:27-32 Lady of Perpetual Help) and Fridays Holy Hour 8-9 pm Saturday 1 Kgs 19:19-21; Mt 5:33-37 (Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal). Praying the Rosary Sunday Ex 34:4b-6, 8-9; 2 Cor 13:11-13; allows Mary to form and mold us with her tenderly, Jn 3:16-18 motherly care according to the image of her Son.
MASS INTENTIONS T.E.A.M. Retreat for Teenagers The Arlington Legion of Mary is sponsoring a retreat for teenagers on Saturday, June 28 th , 8 June 9 through June 15 am -5 pm. The cost of the retreat is $35 per child. The retreat includes skits, fun games, prayers and other exciting activities. Mon.: 6:15 Ramon Baez, Jr. For more information contact Dr. Seggy Acosta at 703-392- 9:00 Samuel Jones 6420 or Father Baez at the rectory office. Tues.: 6:15 Phero Nguyen Van Lai 9:00 Stephen Pepin Gabriel Project Pregnant? Need Help?
The Gabriel Project is a Pro-Life Wed.: 6:15 Marianna McNeill movement offering parish- based pastoral care to women in 9:00 James Witek a crisis pregnancy or expectant mothers simply in need of support. St. Leo the Great is an active participant in this Thurs.: 6:15 Derrick D’Souza ministry with volunteer “Angels” willing & able to help. For 9:00 Frank Fetta volunteer info on Gabriel Project contact Michele Healy: [email protected] or for help call 1-866-444-3553. Fri.: 6:15 Special Intention 9:00 Margaret A. Gleason Altar Server Training Finally! The chance you have been waiting for! Sat.: 9:00 James Rodgers All rising fifth graders in both Saint Leo School 5:00 Special Intention as well as students in the CCD program are invited to train to serve. Training will be Sun.: 7:30 For the Parish conducted on the following dates: 9:00 Father’s Day Novena
June 14 th 10:15 am-12:15 pm 11:00 Father’s Day Novena June 21 st 10:15 am-12:15 pm 1:00 Father’s Day Novena June 28 th 10:15 am-12:15 pm 5:00 Father’s Day Novena July 12 th 10:15 am-12:15 pm
Candidates must attend at least two of the 4 training In addition to the regular schedule of Masses, Mass has been sessions to become proficient. Please confirm your child will offered for the following intentions: Beatriz Fernandez, Claudia be attending by calling Fr. Baez at the parish office (703- de Fernandez, Special Intention, Michael & Anna Sciora, 273-5369). You can also e-mail at [email protected]. Marian & Antonio Staniorski, Nick & David Doan, Special Intention, Elizabeth DiVall Lynch, Girard Lynch, Bush Family, Father Jerry Wooton will lead a pilgrimage to Italy JB & Zella West, Frank Jr & Kay McGrail, Special Intention, November 10—21, 2014. We will visit Venice, Florence, Mercedes Averia, Special Intention, Special Intention. Assisi, and Rome, to include an audience with the Holy Father, Pope Francis, and daily Mass. The cost is $2875 BAPTISM CLASS IS MANDATORY at Saint per person (dble. room rate -includes airfare, hotel & most Leo. The next class is Tuesday, June 10 th at meals. Does not include airline fuel surcharges or taxes) 7:30 pm in the St. Mark room. Please call the For more information, please pick up a brochure from the rectory office (703-273-5369) to register. parish office or call Father Wooton at 202-277-2883.
Vacation Bible School 2014: Low Gluten Hosts are available for those who need them. Please see registration information in the Please inform the sacristan before Mass begins. Religious Education section of the bulletin. ST. LEO THE GREAT CHURCH FAIRFAX, VIRGINIA www.stleofairfax.com June 8, 2014
A VOCATION VIEW ADULT FAITH FORMATION “There are varieties of gifts, but the same Spirit.” Is the Lord inviting you to share your Faith & Food at P.J. Skidoos gifts as a priest, deacon, sister or brother? Please join us Monday, July 7 th at 7:00 pm, Call Father J.D. Jaffe at (703) 841-2514 or for an evening of fellowship & lively write: [email protected]. 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: Get Going Into the Wild [email protected] or 703-273-7277. Join The King’s Men on “Into the Wild”- an outdoor, For addi onal informa on, please contact Carolyn Smith: experiential retreat for men, July 10 13 , at Prince William Forest National Park (Triangle, VA). This dynamic retreat [email protected] or 703-273-5369. combines faith in an authentically masculine way with exciting outdoor activities, such as orienteering, fishing, outdoor cooking, building, archery, firearms training, & YA Holy Hour & Social more. No outdoor skills or experience required. All men returns Friday, June 13 th (single or married, young or senior) welcome; fathers bring All Young Adults (21-39, single your sons (11yrs+). More information is available at and married) are invited to a www.IntoTheWildWeekend.com, via email: monthly Holy Hour & Social led [email protected], or call Chuck Harvey at 215 by Father Paul Scalia on the 2 nd Friday of each month at St. -847-3512. You may also contact St. Leo parishioner Paul Mary's Catholic Church (310 S Royal Street) in Old Town Gianoli at paulgianoli@gmail or 571-229-6430. Register Alexandria. The Holy Hour will include time for silent prayer before 10 June to receive a $35 Early Bird registration and reflection & an opportunity for Reflection, Confession & discount. Financial aid available based on need. Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament! Afterward, we'll head over to Chadwicks for food & drink! Questions? Contact Erin at [email protected] or (703) 841-2549.
Saint Leo the Great Join Diocesan Young Adults on Thursday, June 19 th for Catholic School a great Night Out at National's Park as we cheer on the Washington Nationals as they take on the Atlanta Braves at invites interested parents to visit the 7:05 pm. Check out the Facebook event! Tickets are $26 per person. For tickets or more information, contact Erin at school and learn what makes us a [email protected] or (703) 841-2549. National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence Save the date for Catholic Sports Club (CSC) Field Day! Join us for the 4 th Annual CSC Field Day on Saturday, July Applications are available for pickup during the th school day 9am — 2pm, and on the school 19 , 11am — 8pm at Burke Lake Park Shelter B (7315 Ox website: www.saintleothegreatschool.org. Road) in Fairfax Station! We will have football, soccer, frisbee & sand volleyball as well as yard games, running All completed applications, with copies of & biking trails, etc. A $5 donation will be collected at the supporting documents, may be sent through door to cover costs of park reservation & waters. Please the mail or hand-carried to the school between BRING YOUR OWN FOOD & DRINK . Grills are available the hours of 9am and 2pm. Acceptance letters onsite. Please RSVP to Erin at [email protected]. for the 2014–2015 school year will be mailed once completed applications are received. Financial Aid packets Fan Program: must be at least 60 years old, need a are also available upon request. In the fan to prevent heat-related health problems and meet event of inclement weather, please income eligibility requirements. Not everyone in the home check the website, or call the school needs to be an older adult to qualify for a fan, but all incomes office, 703-273-1211 for information. must be counted. Call Fairfax Co. Family Services– Fairfax
Area Agency on Aging: 703-324-7694, TTY 703-449-1186. Applications available: www.saintleothegreatschool.org. Cooling Assistance Program: Request an application by PLEASE NOTE: Saint Leo parishioners receive preferential calling 703-787-3100; TTY: 711 or pick one up at any of status in Pre-School through eighth grade applications. Fairfax County’s DFS offices or online at: In-parish families must be registered. http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/dfs/ss/cooling_assistance.htm PENTECOST SUNDAY
HIGH SCHOOL: We will pick up again a er WorkCamp with M&M&M’s! June 30 th Disney Movie Marathon, Religious Education News July 7 th Ul mate Frisbee Tournament, July 14 th Going out to st th Vacation Bible School 2014 will be held July 28- Aug. 1. a Movie, July 21 - Bowling and July 28 Laser Tag. Stay Registration began on Monday May 12 in the Religious tuned for more details! Education office. Questions? Please call 703-273-4868 or email Toni Haaland at [email protected]. WE STILL HAVE SPOTS FOR STEUBENVILLE YOUTH CONFERENCE AVAILABLE! When: July 11 th -July 13 th . Cost: Catechists and assistants are needed for the 2014-2015 school year. Please call Toni Haaland at 703-273-4868 if you $275. Contact Erik at [email protected] for info! would like to help to teach the Faith. Training is provided. All volunteers must be fully compliant with the requirements of Middle School: the diocesan office for the Protection of Children/Young We have lots of awesome events planned for the People (OCPYP). Please volunteer early so that we may help summer! The Edge summer Calendar can be found on our you to begin that process. website, under “Edge”. Registration for Religious Education 2014-2015 has begun. Please register early to so that we are better able to JR. HIGH WORKCAMP registra on is now open, and we serve you. There are a limited number of classes. If you have have 30 spots available! Visit our Website for registra on questions, please call Toni Haaland at 703-273-4868. forms. Parents: Please prayerfully consider volunteering as a Crew Leader. We need all volunteers to be Virtus Religious Education Office: 703-273-4868 Compliant. For more info, contact Melissa at [email protected] .
Girls CLC is this Monday, June 9 Each week we break open Are You a New and Expectant Mother Looking for Help? This can be a joyful and sometimes apprehensive the Gospels, grow deeper in our faith and build strong time. We have amazing mentors living lives firmly rooted in rela onships. Crazy madness and crea ve games usually Christ, who have wisdom gained from experience. These ensue. Meet in the Youth Room from 7:30-9:00pm. women want to accompany you, whether you're a new mom or just moved to the area, and offer you friendship, Boys CLC is this Wednesday, June 11: Join us from 7:30pm- encouragement & support. For information on how to get a 9:00pm in the Youth Room. We play Ul mate Frisbee, mentor, please contact us at 703-841-3810. break open the Gospel and go deep into the faith.
To learn more about CLC’s (Catholic Life Communi es) visit
Father Diamond Council our website: stleosyouth.com .
Events & Calendar Do you have a heart for youth ministry? We are looking for nd th Meetings – 2 and 4 Tuesdays YOU! We are in need of adult volunteers with hearts on fire 8:00 PM Providence Hall for Christ! Must be at least 21 years of age, and be fully compliant with the requirements of the Diocesan Office for 6/9 Bingo at Fairfax Nursing Center 7:15 PM 6/10 Business meeting – 7:30 Rosary, 8:00 Meeting the Protec on of Children/Young People. We need 6/14 Rosary to End Abortion–8:00 AM–front of church volunteers for both our High School and Middle School 6/24 Steak Night – Council Hall 6:30 PM Youth Ministry Programs. 6/28 Grand Knight’s Ball 6:30 PM Army/Navy Country Club contact Herb Zimmerman 703-623-7180 or Ques ons? Email Melissa or Erik at [email protected] [email protected] for reservations
——————- Bishop Ireton High School Summer Camps Giant, Shoppers Food Warehouse & Safeway Food Cards Bishop Ireton High School announces it’s for sale – at Parish Hall every weekday at 3:00 PM 2014 summer camp offerings at its Alexandria or call Larry Novak - 703-978-6137 campus. The variety of camps includes
——————-— theater, basketball, soccer, football, baseball, lacrosse and crew. The ages served are rising 1 st graders through rising Join the Knights – Contact John Eldred at 703 932 1322 12 th graders. For a brochure and registration form please email [email protected]. or call 703-212-5190. ST. LEO THE GREAT CHURCH FAIRFAX, VIRGINIA www.stleofairfax.com June 8, 2014
LEGION OF MARY FAIRFAX COMITIUM Bilingual Mass to Pray for Healing for Victims/Survivors of 2014 Teenage Enrichment for the Sexual Abuse In 2004, Bishop Loverde began a series of Apostles of Mary T.E.A.M. RETREAT diocesan-sponsored Masses for the community to gather In collaboration with Holy Trinity Jubilee Park, Inc . together to pray for healing for victims/survivors of sexual abuse. The Masses are followed by a reception. The next What is your moral compass? Understanding the teachings of Mass will be on Tuesday, June 17 at 7:30 pm at St. Mary of the Catholic Church on Morality Saturday, June 28 , 8 AM – 5 the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, 1009 Stafford PM Join us for a day long outdoor retreat filled with prayers, Avenue, Fredericksburg. Bishop Paul S. Loverde will preside. and exciting activities. This is a good retreat for Confirmation teens. The fee includes a full day of fun retreat & snacks. Please bring bag lunch, water, & rosary. Wear shoes & Catholic Homeschool modest outfit, no flipflops. For info, call: Dr. Seggy Acosta 703 Conference June 20 21
-392-6420; Nancy Grenier 703-869-0040; Sandy Witter 703- th 266-3534. Cost: $ 35/child $70/ family (2+ children) $ 45 (late The 13 Annual Immaculate Heart of Mary National registration after June 13) Please make check payable to: Homeschool and Parent Conference will be held at the Holy Trinity Jubilee Park Inc. Send Payment, Registration Fredericksburg Expo & Conference Center (2371 Carl D. Silver Form/ Liability Release form to: Holy Trinity Jubilee Park Inc. Pkwy., Fredericksburg) Friday June 20 (9 am-9 pm) and c/o Trinidad Tonolete 10260 Greystone Road, Manassas, VA Saturday, June 21 (9 am—4:30 pm). Speakers include Fr. 20111, or call: 703-335-9352. Angelus Shaughnessy, Fr. Shannon Collins, Hon. Ken Cuccinelli, Dr. Daniel McInerny, Mrs. Johnnette Benkowvic, Mrs. Laura Berquist, Mr. Patrick Madrid, and Virginia Seuffert. Horarios e Información Please visit www.ihmconference.org for full list of speakers and vendors. This year’s conference features a Teen Program and Santas Misas: a Catholic College Fair! ADMISSION IS FREE and NO PRE-
Español : domingos a la 1:00 pm REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Free Parking. For more Inglés : sábados–5 pm (Vigilia), information, please call: 540-636-1946. domingos–7:30, 9, 11:00, 5pm
Confesiones en español : Todos los viernes a las 7pm “Hay variedad de dones pero el Espíritu es el Todos los sábados de 3:30 a 5:00pm. Los domingos desde mismo.” ¿Está el Señor invitándote a las 12:00pm a 12:50pm. compartir tus dones como sacerdote, diácono, hermana o hermano? Llama al Padre J.D. Bautizos: Preparación- llamar a Carlos Cea: 703-836- Jaffe al (703) 841-2514 o llama a: 2139 ó Padre Ramon: 703-273-5369. [email protected].
RCIA Para Adultos: domingos 10:30 am—12pm Salon Juan al lado de la iglesia. Para información, llamar al Retiro para jóvenes La Legion de Maria de la Diocesis Diacono Jose Lopez 703-222-7704 esta ofreciendo un retiro para jóvenes de edad de 11-15 años de edad el 28 de junio desde las 8 am hasta las 5 pm. Matrimonio: Todo Católico que desee contraer El costo es &35 por niño o $70 por familia (2 niños o mas). matrimonio debe contactar la parroquia por lo menos seis Para mas información llamen a Dr. Acosta al 703-392-6420 meses antes del evento. Para mayor información o al Padre Baez. comunicarse con el Padre Ramon al 703-273-5369.
Grupo de Jóvenes : domingos 2:30–5pm— Hora Santa: Jesus nos dijo ¿No puedes acompañarme por Información: Guadalupe Barrera 703– 655–2729. una hora? El grupo de oración de la parroquia los invita a una Hora de Adoración delante del Santísimo normalmente Catequesis Para Niños y Jóvenes : domingos 11– todos lo últimos sábados del més. La próxima hora santa 12:30. Llamar a: 703-273-4868. será el 28 de junio.
Catequesis para Niños especiales ó sordos : Grupo Divina Misericordia y Compasión ¿Conoce a alguien domingos 11:00am—12:30pm que se encuentre solo y enfermo? ¿Sabe de alguien que Información: 703-273-4868. necesite de la palabra de Dios y de la compañía de miembros de su iglesia? Un grupo de personas de nuestra parroquia Sacramentos para Estudiantes de Secundaria : visita a los miembros de la comunidad que se encuentran llamar a la Oficina de Jovenes al teléfono 703-591-6089, ó enfermos en los hospitales ó en sus casas. Se brinda email a [email protected] . oraciones y compañía a todas aquellas personas delicadas de salud. Tambien un ministro le puede traer comunión ó puede Legion de Maria: sabado 5:00—6:30 pm ó domingo 11 pedir que un sacerdote le visite para recibir los sacramentos. am—12:30 pm. Llamar a Padre Ramon: 703-273-5369. Por favor llamen a Gilma Orozco al 571-238-6634.
Información general: llamar a Diacono Jose Lopez Grupo de Oración Sábados 6-8:30pm, Salon de Nuestra Sra 703-222-7704 de La Guadalupe. Información: Jose Ferrufino: 703-250-1343. PENTECOST SUNDAY ST. LEO THE GREAT CHURCH FAIRFAX, VIRGINIA www.stleofairfax.com June 8, 2014