St Charles Church .org   News & Events Faith Ministries Parish Volunteer Help Contact Us << Previous week | All Bulletins | Next week >> St. Charles Bulletin for August 25, 2002 21st Sunday in Ordinary Time [Including flyer for Sept. 11 event and groundbreaking event letter Dear St. Charles Parishioners: "Unless the Lord build the house, they labor in vain." This weekend [changed to September 7 after the bulletin went to press] we break ground for our long awaited Parish Community Center. On August the 13th, I received a letter from Bishop Loverde stating; "I certainly endorse moving forward with a contractual arrangement with that firm (Dietze Construction Company). Also, by means of this letter I formaly authorize a DIAL loan in the amount of $1,515,000 to assist in the parish's financing of the Parish Center. This loan shall be repayable over a seven year amortization schedule. I know that arriving at this stage has necessitated a great deal of effort and perseverance on your part, and I commend you and your parishioners for reaching this important moment in the life of the parish. Please know that I shall continue to keep you and your family in my prayers as this project progresses." This milestone has been reached because of the spiritual leadership of Sr. Benedict, the Parish Center Committee and the Build the Spirit Campaign Committee. However, seccess has depended on the individual sacrifice of each of you. We will continue our tangible support through the second collection during the first weekend of each month and through the continuing pledge program. Frs. Jocelyn and Marquis will be with us next weekend. We will tithe to Haiti and we will also have an opportunity to sponsor children's education and nutrition programs. P.S. Thank you for your continuing prayers for my mother. BAPTISMAL PREPARATION Please note that the next baptism preparation class in English will be offered on Sunday September 22, at 12 noon, at the parish library. NEIGHBORHOOD "E"…will be having its annual picnic on Sunday, August 25th Please join your neighbors and Father Gerry, from 12:00 to 3:00 PM, at 519 N. Jackson St. To RSVP or request further information, please contact Jan Macdonald 703-524-0238 or Kathleen Murray 703-841-9019. HISTORY OF THE DIOCESE "Walking in Faith: the first 25 years" A history of the Diocese of Arlington, is now available for purchase at only $19.95! Stop by the Parish Office today, and get your copy of this beautiful, hard cover, 120 glossy page book! SPONSOR OF THE WEEK: Our thanks Ronald M. Cohen & Associates Attorneys for their support. THIS WEEK'S PRAYERS AND INTENTIONS SUNDAY, AUGUST 25 2002: 7:30 Parishioners 9:00 Dick Driscoll by Maureen Maher Harte 11:00 James Macary by Laura Fitch 1:00 Alvino Medina by Francisca Medina 6:00 Wanda Soboleski by Linda Soboleski Readings: Isaiah 22:19-23 ;Romans 11:33-36; Matthew 16:13-20 Monday, August 26 2002: 9:00 Villamizar Family by Lucia Hittle 7:30 (Arlington Detention Center) for the Inmates Readings: 2 Thessalonians 1:1-5, 11b-12 ; Matthew 23:13-22 Tuesday, August 27 2002: 9:00 All Souls in Purgatory by Elisa Beall Readings: 2 Thessalonians 2:1-3a, 14-17 ; Matthew 22:23-26 Wednesday, August 28 2002: 9:00 Claire Williams (L) by Jan Macdonald Readings: 2 Thessalonians 3:6-10, 16-18 ; Matthew 23:27-32 Thursday, August 29 2002: 9:00 Dennis Kerner by Jim & Carole Lyons Readings: 1 Corinthians 1:1-9 ;Matthew 6:17-29 Friday, August 30 2002: 9:00 Michael Edward Kirschbaum (L) by Jean & Marion Kirschbaum Readings: 1 Corinthians 1:17-25 ;Matthew 25:1-13 Saturday, August 31 2002: 9:00 Andrew Ragone by Mario D' Ambrosio 5:00 Eileen Bruno (L) by Camille Burruto Readings: 1 Corinthians 1:26-31 ;Matthew 25:14-30 Please remember to keep in your prayers, those who are sick and those who suffer, especially: Judy Birt, Sr. Margaret A. Cook, Connor Cozoli, Eileen Ogu, Michael Andrew Herdoiza, Mary Theresa Kern, Arthur Simolunas, Margaret Carroll, Fran Hobbs, Hilda Britt, Barbara Powell, Eileen Speorl, Mary Cahill, William Frederick, Eugene Henderson, Dillon Hayward, Marcy Clapp, Sandra Cordero, Lena Caffarine, Joseph Curran, Jennifer Hines and Agnes Majchrowicz. Let us also pray for those who have died, especially: Gretta Creedon (Mother of our pastor, Fr. Creedon), Msgr. Edward Brown, Mary Jo Sotelo and Jennifer Hines. SOCIAL JUSTICE NEWS SUPPORT ARLINGTON FOOD ASSISTANCE CENTER (AFAC)! In the wake of September 11, overall donations to AFAC have declined. They are finding themselves in desperate need for non-perishable items (vegetables, soup, rice, beans, pasta & sauces) with no major food drive scheduled until November. Please consider donating directly to AFAC at 2708 S. Nelson Street between 9:00 AM and 2:00 PM; Monday through Friday. For more information, please call 703-845-8486. RESPECT LIFE MINISTRY Older people are a special presence of God among us. This is so, not only because old age brings wisdom, (it does not always do so), but because the twilight of life is a time of extreme refinement. The spirit becomes humble. There are fewer idols. False illusions and false promises crumble and this enables older people to become more perceptive. Old age can be a very dark hour, but for this very reason, it can also be the eve that ushers in life's Eternal Dawn. -- Source unknown -- ST. CHARLES SCHOOL NEWS "St. Charles School" participates in the USDA SPECIAL MILK PROGRAM. Low cost milk will be available to all children enrolled at St. Charles. Rules for acceptance and participation in the SPECIAL MILK PROGRAM and all activities are the same for all without regard to race, color, sex, age, disability or national origin. Any person who believes he or she has been discriminated against in any USDA related activity should write to the Secretary of Agriculture, Washington, D.C. 20250. KRAFTHAUS: Calling all Crafters…! Only 60 Creative Days until Oktoberfest. If you have a talent for making ornaments, creating crafts or if you just want to try your hand at something artistic now is the time to get started. Oktoberfest is October 19 and is a major fundraiser for St. Charles School. The Krafthaus plays a major role. For more information, contact Angela Rowley at 703-280-0003 or email arowley5@juno.com. RELIGIOUS EDUCATION HELP NEEDED: Our Atrium or Catechesis of the Good Shepherd needs an assistant for the 3-6 year old class on Sunday mornings from 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM. Inspired by Montessori principles, this unique program emphasizes the child's special capacity to enjoy the presence of God. If you are interested in being an assistant, please contact Anne Marie at 703-527-5500 or education@stcharleschurch.org for more information. FORMATION CLASSES FOR ADULTS are offered beginning in September for those interested in understanding the Atrium or Catechesis of the Good Shepherd more fully and/or wishing to be a lead catechist. Limited scholarship money is available. Contact Ann Marie education@stcharleschurch.org for more information. REGISTRATION for religious education is underway. Classes meet Sunday mornings beginning in September for children age 3 through grade 6. Registration forms are available at church entrances or the Parish Office. If you have any questions, please contact Anne Marie education@stcharleschurch.org SACRAMENTAL PREPARATION FOR EUCHARIST (children 7 years and older) and Confirmation (grades 8-12) takes place in conjunction with enrollment in the age appropriate religious education classes or youth program. Children and youth are required to have one full year of religious instruction prior to the year they receive the sacrament. For more information, contact Anne Marie.education@stcharleschurch.org IN OUR PARISH PARISH COMMUNITY CENTER NEWS Thanks to the continuing support of our generous St. Charles community, we will be breaking ground soon! PLEASE JOIN US September 7, after the 5 PM Vigil Mass, for a ground-breaking ceremony to honor this special occasion! THE DONUT LADY IS BACK! Please join Fran and Company starting on Sunday, September 8th for donuts and coffee in the School Cafeteria after the 7:30, 9:00 & 11:00 AM Masses. We hope everyone enjoyed their summer and look forward to seeing you on the 8th! YOUTH NEWS We want YOU at our youth meetings…so pick up a registration form for On The Way (grades 7 and 8) or WAY (grades 9-12) at the church entrances or the Parish Office. By filling out the important information and returning the form to the Parish Office, we will make sure you know about all meetings and events planned this upcoming year. Questions? Contact Anne Marie at 703-527-5500 or youth@stcharleschurch.org. MARRIAGE CIRCLE RECEPTION We will be meeting on Friday, September 6 in the Upper Room at 7:30 to plan our reception. The receptions will follow the 5:00 pm Mass on September 14 and the 9:00 AM and 11:00 AM Masses on September 15. If you are interested in helping or in learning more about the Marriage Circle please contact John and Melissa Crowley at 703-241-5880 or mscrowley2001@yahoo.com. LONG LIVE THE KING…ONLINE The King is everywhere these days, including on your parish website, www.stcharleschurch.org. We're talking about Jesus: our priest, prophet and king. Visit us this week for excerpts from the upcoming parish directory, where you can find out how to serve Jesus through Ministry and Neighborhood involvement; and Fr. Creedon homilies about following the Lord. Plus, learn more about the September 11 interfaith event at St. Charles. Click on us to keep connected to your community in Christ throughout the week. IS THERE HOPE FOR YOUR VOICE? JOIN VOICES OF HOPE! Voices of Hope, an interfaith choir for adults and teens, will perform at "Darkness to Light," the interfaith service scheduled for 7:30 PM on September 11th at St. Charles. Choir rehearsals will be held in the Church on August 29th and September 5th (Thursdays) and prior to the service. People of all vocal ranges are needed, especially basses and tenors. For more information, please call Janice Lent at 202-691-7522 (days) or simply show up for the first rehearsal! PARISH SUPPORT Last Week's Collection: $15,230.38 Last Week's Tithe of $1,401.19 was for AFAC & SOME. This Week's Tithe is for St. Charles Philippine Medical Mission. Next Week's Tithe is for our sister parishes in Cavaillon & Gros Marin, Haiti. Next Week's 2nd Collection is for our Building Fund/Capital Fund Campaign Top Revised August 23, 2002 St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church 3304 North Washington Blvd, Arlington, VA 22201, USA Tel: 703.527.5500 | Fax: 703.527.5505 | Web: www.stcharleschurch.org