Dear St. Charles Parishioners:
"Rooted
in faith - Forward in Hope" is the title of a capital campaign
to assist our diocese and our parish meet urgent needs. This combined
effort has already taken root at St. Charles. This initiative will help
us complete the payment for the new Community Center that is springing
up rapidly beside our Church. As well, we will participate with the
larger church in the development of a retirement facility for diocesan
priests, a shelter for homeless families, a retreat center and strengthen
the outreach of Catholic Charities and our schools.
The goal for our campaign is a daunting: 2.2 million. However, 45
families have already come forward to pledge over 30% of that amount.
This weekend we reach out to the rest of the parish. Welcome your fellow
parishioner who will visit you as you would your priests.
Your prayer and sacrifice will bring us a future of great promise
and hope!
Peace,
PARKING
Please cooperate with our parking lot attendants and ushers as they
are trying to accommodate EVERYONE! We ask you for patience as our community
center construction continues. Midas will tow if you park at any time
other than Sunday!
COMTEMPLATIVE WAY
The second Tuesday of every month through June. The April 8th topic
is "Living in the Present Moment." There is input, practices,
silence, and sharing. Come to the Chapel 7:30-9:00. Facilitated by Jean
Sweeney. $10.00 to St. Charles.
EUCHARIST MINISTER VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
The Eucharistic Ministry at St. Charles is currently recruiting new
extraordinary ministers of the
eucharist. EMs assist in the distribution of Holy Communion at all
Masses, conduct two weekly communion services at area retirement centers,
and take communion to the sick and homebound of the parish. New EMs
must attend one of three upcoming diocesan workshops and receive a mandate
from the Office of Sacred Liturgy. If you would like to volunteer or
learn more about this very rewarding ministry, please contact Brad Harrison
at 703-522-3890 or baharrison@aol.com.
SUNDAY, MARCH 30, 2003:
7:30 Dennis Costa by Joseph Frascone
9:00 Maria & Jose Silva by Belmira Santos
11:00 Rose & Frank D'Ambrosio by Mario D'Ambrosio
1:00 Roman Andia by Mariza Vargas
6:00 Parishioners
Readings: 2 Chronicles 36:14-16,19-23; Ephesians 2:4-10; John 3:14-21
Monday, March 31, 2003:
9:00 Joseph P. Whearty by Joseph Frascone
7:30 (Arlington Detention Center) for the Inmates
Readings: Isaiah 65:17-21; John 4:43-54
Tuesday, April 1, 2003:
9:00 Mary McNamara by Alex Cuejillo
Readings: Ezekiel 47:1-9,12; John 5:1-16
Wednesday, April 2, 2003:
9:00 Andrew J. Lakatosh (L) by Donald
12:00 Sarto Anastasi by Camille Burruto
Readings: Isaiah 49:8-15; John 5:17-30
Thursday, April 3, 2003:
9:00 Julia Goomas by Mario D' Ambrosio
Readings: Exodus 32:7-14; John 5:31-47
Friday, April 4, 2003:
9:00 Guido & Elsie DiGiammarino by Joseph Frascone
Readings: Wisdom 2:1a,12-22; John 7:1-2,10,25-30
Saturday, April 5, 2003:
9:00 Philomena Gallucci by Marcelle Gallucci
5:00 Savery Gradoville (L) by Mag Webb
Readings: Jeremiah 11:18-20; John 7:40-53
PLEASE PRAY FOR
Please remember to keep in your prayers, those who are sick and those
who suffer, especially: Connor Cozoli, Andrew Trombly, Diane Herbst,
Hilda Britt, Claire Williams, Pat Hill, Irene Widlitz, Marion Corcoran,
William Frederick, Celia Coronado, Lucila Reyes, James Edwards, Jr,
Gloria Fermo Berin, Wilma Anderson, and Mary Casey Darden. Let us also
pray for those who have died: Joan Hittle, and Hugo Marin.
SOCIAL JUSTICE NEWS
LOVE WITHOUT LIMIT
Romero Archbishop Romero of El Salvador was murdered in 1980 while celebrating
Mass. Margaret Swedish, director of the Religious Task Force on Central
America and Mexico will offer insights into his life and speak about
how we too are called to be faithful to the demands of the Gospel. The
presentation will be at 7:30 PM on April 2 at St. Mary of Sorrows Church,
5222 Sideburn Rd, Fairfax, 703-978-4141.
SPONSOR OF THE WEEK: Our thanks to TOM WARNER PLUMBING SERVICES
for their support.
RESPECT LIFE MINISTRY
"To claim the right to abortion, infanticide, and euthanasia, and to
recognize that right in law, means to attribute to human freedom a perverse
and evil significance: that of an absolute power over others and against
others."
FAMILY CELEBRATION
The 11:00 AM Mass on Easter Sunday will be a Children's liturgy. If
your child would like to participate please call Cathleen O'Brien at
703-312-1182. If parents or adults would like to help in the planning
it will be appreciated. Share your child's joy in Christ!
WALK FOR LIFE
Children, teens, adults, and families come out and Walk for Life on
Sunday, May 4 at 10:00 AM. This year's walk is dedicated to our own
pastor, Gerry Creedon, who founded this event 20 years ago. Money raised
will support Catholic Charities Children's Services Program. For more
information or to register, check out www.ccda.net and click on "Special
Events," call 703-425-0100 or look for brochures at Church entrances.
TOWN HALL MEETING FOR YOUNG ADULTS
If you would like to meet other young adults and find a way to get involved
in the parish, Saint Charles Young Adults (C'YA) has a solution. Join
us for a town hall meeting in the School Cafeteria on March 30th from
7-9 PM. We'll discuss our progress over the past year, but more importantly,
we're looking for input on how our group can better welcome and serve
you. Food and drinks will be provided. Contact Nick at 703-276-2711
or nbaric67@msn.com with any questions.
Come and see what we are all about!
ADVANCED ENGLISH CLASS
Great opportunity to improve your English-speaking skill. Advanced English
class has openings for students. Classes are each Sunday, 11:15-12:45
in the School. For information call Salvador D'Itri at 703-243-3586.
Total cost is $25 and includes book.
EASTER FLOWERS
Donations and intentions are now being accepted for Easter Flowers.
You may drop your donation, with the name of the persons you are remembering,
in the collection basket during Mass or stop by the Parish Office. Please
remember to mark your envelope "Easter Flowers". Thank you.
IN OUR PARISH
PARISH COUNCIL NEWS
The St. Charles Parish Council will meet on Wednesday, April 2 at 7:30
PM in the Parish Library. If they are unable to attend. Parish Council
Representatives are reminded to designate an alternate to participate
in the meeting.
DON'T BE AN APRIL FOOL
It would be plain foolish if you missed the annual April Fool's edition
of your parish website later this week on www.stcharleschurch.org. Of
course, if you're looking for something more serious, you'll also find
the parish's Lenten schedule, reflections
and a list of peace resources, like
statements from the Vatican and the US Bishops. You can even join our
newest email list, which is focused on
peace issues. Share your faith with a friend or coworker this Lent by
mentioning our website; it would be foolish not to.
CAMPAIGN TO BAN HUMAN CLONING
The US Senate is getting ready to vote on a bill that will ban human
cloning. Please visit the Respect Life Committee table in the Cafeteria
after Masses this weekend March 29-30th and fill out a postcard to Senator
John Warner to vote for a ban on human cloning.
MARRIAGE CIRCLE
All married couples are invited to the Marriage Circle meeting on Friday,
April 4 from 7:30-9:30 PM at the home of Liz McCloskey and Peter Leibold.
For more information or direction call 703-237-1971 or email to mcleibolds@cox.net.
COLLECTION
INFORMATION
· Last Week's Collection (March 23, 2003) was $18,510.00.
· Last Week's Tithe of $1,702.92 was St. Charles Outreach.
· This Week's 2nd Collection is for the "American Bishops'
Overseas Appeal.
· Next Week's Tithe is for our Sister Parishes in Cavaillon &
Gros Marin, Haiti.
· Next Week's 2nd Collection is for our Parish Center Building
Fund/Capital Campaign Fund.
