St Charles Church .org   News & Events Faith Ministries Parish Volunteer Help Contact Us << Previous week | All Bulletins | Next week >> St. Charles Bulletin for September 22, 2002 25th Sunday in Ordinary Time Dear St. Charles Parishioners: I write this note from Banica, Dominican Republic. We celebrate the 11th Anniversary of the Mission I helped initiate. With Bishop Grullon, Fr. Pat Posey & Fr. Jack o' Hara I have Reviewed new housing, Roads, Educational and Evangelization projects. The people are vital, faith-filled, poor but filled with hope. The Church is the mainstay of their hope. Bishop Loverde had planned to lead this Anniversary Celebration but was detained by problems within our Diocese. Our bishop Loverde is a caring, honarable leader who works Day and Night for the good of the people. I ask your prayers for him and the priests and people of the Diocese. I thank all who Assisted Dennis Warner in the presentation of a wonderful Interfaith service for 9/11. With Renewed Hope, MASS OF REMEMBRANCE FOR GRETTA CREEDON On September 27 at 8 PM, Bishop Loverde will preside at a Memorial Liturgy offered by Fr. Gerry Creedon and family in honor of their mother, Gretta Creedon. All are invited. A reception will follow in the School Cafeteria. BAPTISMAL PREPARATION Please note that the next Baptism preparation class in English will be offered today, Sunday, September 22nd, at 12 Noon, in the Parish Library. As you can see, our construction efforts have begun! The fencing has been placed around the circle entrance eliminating that entrance/exit to and from the parking lot. At present, the circle entrance to the Church is still open; however, as construction continues, it too will be closed. Please cooperate with our parking lot attendants and ushers as they are trying to accommodate EVERYONE! We ask for your patience as this effort continues. SPONSOR OF THE WEEK: Our thanks VAN CAFFI PLUMBING & HEATING, INC. for their support. SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 22, 2002: 7:30 Parishioners 9:00 Evelyn E. Goldman by Michael J. Parks 11:00 Sean O' Connor 1:00 Latin American Community 6:00 Jean Walker by John Connell Readings: Isaiah 55:6-9; Philippians 1:20c -24, 27a Matthew 20:1-16a Monday, September 23 2002: 9:00 Raul Mayorga by Marvin Mayorga 7:30 (Arlington Detention Center) for the Inmates Readings: Proverbs 3:27-34; Luke 8:16-18 Tuesday, September 24 2002: 9:00 Enrico Consani by Rex & Barbara Smith & Kathryn Ruggiero Readings: Proverbs 21:1-6, 10-13; Luke 8:19-21 Wednesday, September 25 2002: 9:00 Marguerite Beam by Richard Koory Readings: Proverbs 30:5-9; Luke 9:1-6 Thursday, September 26 2002: 9:00 Maria D. Absalon by Emolyn A. Yranela Readings: Ecclesiastes 1:2-11; Luke 9:7-9 Friday, September 27 2002: 9:00 Shirley Geiger by Becky Geiger Readings: Ecclesiastes 3:1-11; Luke 9:18-22 Saturday, September 28 2002: 9:00 Paul & Mary Syrek by Michael & Debby Urban 5:00 Mike Zurzolo by Camille Burruto Readings: Ecclesiastes 11:9-12:8; Luke 9:43b-45 Please remember to keep in your prayers, those who are sick and those who suffer, especially: Sr. Margaret A. Cook, Connor Cozoli, Eileen Ogu, Michael Andrew Herdoiza, Mary Theresa Kern, Margaret Carroll, Fran Hobbs, Hilda Britt, Barbara Powell, Eileen Speorl, Dillon Hayward, Marcy Clapp, Sandra Cordero, Lena Caffarina, Joseph Curran, Agnes Majchrowicz, Cathy Cleaver, Elaine Brown, Alan Siebenaler, Diane Herbst, Mary Amendolia, Bernhard Pohl, Frances Stanley, Robin Bango. Let us also pray for those who have died. SOCIAL JUSTICE NEWS INTERFAITH ACTIVISM CATHOLICS OPPORTUNITY On Saturday September 29, at 7:30 PM, Rev. Bryan Hehir, president of Catholic Charities will join an interfaith panel of activists to discuss the difference we can make in justice efforts that transcend our religious differences. George Mason University Johnson Center Cinema will host this crucial free event, but your participation will make all the difference. Directions can be obtained either at www.gmu.edu or 703-578-1653. A Virginia Interfaith Center for Public Policy Event. RESPECT LIFE MINISTRY "Widespread acceptance of cloning would be a deathblow to the sanctity/equality of life ethic - the cornerstone of Western liberty from which sprang our unrealized dream of universal human rights. The premise of the sanctity of life ethic is that each and every one of us is of equal, incalculable, moral worth. Whatever our race, sex, ethnicity, stature, health, disability, age, beauty or cognivive capacity we are all full moral equals within the human community - there is no "them," only us." - Wesley J. Smith, "Cloning Reality," National Review, May 3, 2002. YOUTH NEWS HIGH SCHOOL HOOPS…We still need a few more players for our high school boys and girls basketball teams. The season begins now and ends at the beginning of November. If you are interested in playing, contact Anne Marie at 703-527-5500, x19 or youth@stcharleschurch.org. OKTOBERFEST Fall is approaching and as the leaves start to fall we can look forward to Oktoberfest! The 19th Annual St. Charles Oktoberfest will be held on October 19th! The Oktoberfest Committee is busy preparing for this annual event that benefit our parish school. We are looking forward to a day of fun, food and entertainment. By now you have received a letter containing your raffle tickets in the mail. If you did not receive yours, or would like more tickets, you may pick them up at the rectory or school office. Last year's Silent Auction was a huge success! If you have a theme-basket of goodies or would like to donate an item for the theme baskets, please give Jennifer Torregrossa a call at 703-558-0015. As you do your "fall cleaning" please set aside items for the Yard Sale. Please see the Yard Sale information and donation guidelines in the back of the church or on the parish website. If you wish to volunteer for the bake sale, yard sale or spaghetti dinner please contact Mike or Sabra Flaherty at 703-920-2689. Thank you so much for your continued support. Feel the Spirit! 30 DAYS AND COUNTING! Oktoberfest is on October 19, and we need crafts for the Krafthaus! If you are artistic or would like to try your hand at creating a craft, please contact Angela Rowley at 703-280-0003 or email arowley5@juno.com. ADULT EDUCATION The Monday Adult Education Series begins anew tomorrow Monday, September 23. A panel of presenters will speak on "Why Be Catholic: Stories from the Pew" beginning at 7:30 PM in the Church. PARISH DAY OF PRAYER AND LOVE Come learn and teach how your prayer life can be better and you can love better. On Saturday, September 28th, we'll discuss this and more from 9 until 4 in the Upper Room. Advanced reservations $4 ($5at the door) and that includes lunch. Leave a message for Tim Russo at 703-527-3693 to reserve your spot. IN OUR PARISH PARISH COMMUNITY CENTER NEWS WELCOME! Fr. Creedon cordially invites all new parishioners to "Welcome Receptions" on Saturday, October 5 at 6:00 PM and Sunday, October 6 at 7:00 PM in the St. Charles School Cafeteria. Come and meet the St. Charles community, including clergy, staff, parish council members and parishioners who reside in your St. Charles neighborhood. YOUR WEBSITE FOR ALL THINGS ST.CHARLES Here's the site for everything you want to know about our parish: www.stcharleschurch.org. Click on us for parish news like coverage of the interfaith 9/11 events, excerpts from the parish directory listing groups that need volunteers, Fr. Creedon's homilies, and even information on how you or a friend can become Catholic. Visit us next time you're online and discover something new. REMEMBRANCE MASS PLANNING TEAM The Circle of caring will be planning a Remembrance Mass on November 4 to honor our family members and friends who have died in the last year and earlier. Would you like to be part of our planning team? Come to the Parish Library on Tuesday October 1st at 7:30 PM and meet with our Circle of Caring Planners. THANKS! On behalf of Fr. Creedon, the Finance Committee extends a sincere thanks to the hard working St. Charles Office Staff, Parish Council and Ministry Representatives, who through their efficient and responsible financial management, allowed the parish to closeout the past fiscal year with a positive cash surplus. This is a noteworthy achievement that will help our Pastor and his Finance Committee effectively plan for upcoming financial challenges as reflected by the enclosed FY 2003 Budget Summary. We appreciate your service and dedication to our parish and various ministry programs. With thanks and gratitude from the Pastor and Finance Committee. Last Week's Collection: $15,150.00 Last Week's Tithe of $1,393.80 was for St. Charles School. Last Week's 2nd Collection of $1,571.00 was for Porto Caravan No. 104 on behalf of St. Coletta School. This Week's Tithe is for the Hispanic Committee of VA and the Arlington Free Clinic. Next Week's Tithe is for VA Interfaith Center for Public Policy. Next Week's 2nd Collection is for the Catholic University of America. Top Revised September 20, 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