FROM THE PASTOR'S DESK
Dear St. Charles Parishioners,
I ask all of you to join me in praying for all of the US military
who have lost their lives recently in Iraq, and to all their grieving
family and friends. Let us also pray for peace in Iraq and in the Israeli-Palestinian
conflict, and for all victims, especially civilians and children. Easter
season is a time specially devoted to peace. Jesus' Easter greeting
in many of the Easter appearances was "Peace be with you!"
Let the horrors of war and terror strengthen the nations' search for
alternative methods to root out the causes of violence.
Easter also celebrates the church's call to share, "to have all
things in common." Your support through Rice Bowl and to parish
needs are a clear sign of the Easter spirit. St. Charles has reached
70% toward our
Bishop's Lenten Appeal. Since Catholic Charities suffered losses
last year because of United Way cutbacks and other constraints, your
generosity is especially appreciated now.
Alleluia!
"FROM OUR COUNTERS…"
St. Charles is extremely blessed by the generosity of our parishioners.
This evident every week in the collection baskets. There is no special
equipment used to count all the contributions received - just the dedicated
volunteers who donate their time on Sunday and Monday to unfold, sort,
count, and tally. You can assist these volunteers though, as well as
the Parish Manager and Accountant, by following a few "helpful
hints." Try not to Fold (unfolding bills and checks, whether in
an envelope or not, can take more time than the actual counting). Try
to Mark (marking all collection envelopes with the amount enclosed is
a real time saver. It also ensures that the correct amount will be credited
to your account). Also, remember to note on any envelope if your contribution
is meant for something other than the collection in which it was received.
This is the only way to ensure that your donation is separated correctly.
And finally, please No Tape (it makes opening the envelope very difficult).
MANY THANKS FOR HELPING OUR COLLECTION HELPERS!
SPONSOR OF THE WEEK: Our thanks to Bob & Tricia Clark Arlington
Favorite Realtors for their support.
THIS WEEK'S INTENTIONS
SUNDAY, April 25, 2004:
7:30 Paul Steinmetz (L) by George & Jan
9:00 Monica Gutierrez by Ines McTyre
11:00 Thomas A. Tracy, SR. by David A. Lamdia
1:00 Maria Elena Córdova by Carmen Córdova & Lupe
Daca
6:00 Eddie Hurley by Laura Bouchard
Readings: Acts 5:27bb-32,40b-41; Revelation 5:11-14; John 21:11-19
Monday, April 26, 2004:
9:00 St. Juan de Dios by Arakaky Family
7:30 (Arlington Detention Center) for the Inmates
Readings: Acts 6:8-15; John 6:22-29
Tuesday, April 27, 2004:
9:00 Jose Absalon & Benito Absalm, Sr. by Ms. Yranela
Readings: Acts 7:51-8:1a; John 6:30-35
Wednesday, April 28, 2004:
9:00 Special Intention by Jim McGlinchy
Readings: Acts 8:1b-8; John 6:35-40
Thursday, April 29, 2004
9:00 John Olsen by Mario D' Ambrosio
Readings: Acts 8:26-40; John 6:44-51
Friday, April 30, 2004:
9:00 Crystal McDonald by Charlie Maquire
Readings: Acts 9:1-20; John 6:52-59
Saturday May 1, 2004:
9:00 Charles Rawdon by Anne M. Arnett
5:00 Scott Hallahan by Helen Jakubowski
Readings: Acts 9:31-42; John 6:60-69
PLEASE PRAY FOR
Please remember to keep in your prayers, those who are sick and those
who suffer, especially: Celia Coronado, Francis Stanley, , Martha Welch,
John Emge, Lillian Gavin, Christina Elliott, Marky Duarte, Nancy Stevens,
and Christian Volz. Let us also pray for those who have died: Brian
Sohn, Helen Naber, and John V. McKernan.
SOCIAL JUSTICE NEWS
Christ House Thrift Store is in desperate need of the following items:
- Men's Blue Jeans
- Men's T-shirts
- Men's working boots
These items are needed to assist our clients seen through our Emergency
Assistance Program. For more information, you may call Christ House
at (703) 549-8644 or deliver items to 125 S. West St., Alexandria VA
22314. The Thrift Store operating hours are Tuesday thru Saturday 11:00
AM to 3:00 PM.
RESPECT LIFE MINISTRY
For all who have been killed in the culture of death: that God might
raise them up on the last day to enjoy the fellowship of the saints
in the Kingdom of Heaven; We pray to the Lord:
YOUTH
- All 6th, 7th, and 8th graders…mark your calendars for
the Junior High Youth Bash on Saturday, May 15 from 4 p.m.-10 p.m.
at All Saints in Manassas. This diocesan event will bring together
over 500 youth for live entertainment, lots of pizza, games, a free
knit hat, and the Eucharist. Permission slips and money ($10) are
due no later than Sunday, May 2 to the Parish Office. For more information
contact Anne Marie at 703-527-5500, x119 or akaufmann@stcharleschurch.org.
Also, permission slips
and more info are available on line.
- Teen Pro-Life Speakers Night on Sunday, May 2 invites all
7th-12th graders from 7-9 p.m. in Benedict Hall. Two individuals who
lost children to abortion will share their personal stories. Time
for questions and discussion will follow the presentations. Parents
are invited to be part of this evening.
- The 3rd Annual Cabaret to benefit teens attending Workcamp 2004
will take place on Friday, May 7 at 7:30 p.m. in Benedict Hall. Enjoy
an evening of song, dance, drums, and an Irish tune on the mandolin
by our very own Fr. Gerry. Tickets will be sold at the door. This
year's Workcamp crew will spend the last week in July in Montgomery,
WV repairing homes for those physically or financially unable to do
so themselves. If you have a gig you'd like to share or want more
info about Workcamp, contact Paul Bevins at 703-294-6468 or youth@stcharleschurch.org.
BAPTISMAL PREPARATION
Baptismal instruction in English will be offered on Wednesday May 12,
at 7:00 PM in the Parish Library. To register please call the Parish
Office, at 703-527-5500.
FORTHCOMING PROGRAMS AT DOMINICAN RETREAT
Apr 30-May 2 WEEKEND FOR WOMEN 7:30 p.m. Friday to 3:00 p.m. Sunday.
"Give me Wisdom … that I may know what is pleasing to you."
Directed by Fr. Joseph Breighner. For further information call Dominican
Retreat at 703-356-4243 or check our website at www.dominicanretreat.org
IN OUR PARISH
PARKING
PLEASE NOTE that parking will no longer be allowed at Red Top Cab. Please
DO NOT park in their lot. Also, Midas (across the street from the Church
on Washington Blvd.) allows parking on Sunday until 7:30 PM ONLY! Cars
will be towed after 7:30 PM and on any other day.
IN OUR LOST AND FOUND BOX WE HAVE GLOVES, UMBRELLAS. A TOYOTA CAR
KEY, SUNGLASSES, READING GLASSES, HATS, A GREEN BAG, A DISABLED PERSONS
PARKING IDENTIFICATION, A SPIRITUAL TREASURE, HANDBOOK, A PASSPORT AND
SWEATER. IF YOU THINK SOMETHING MAY BELONG TO YOU, PLEASE STOP BY THE
PARISH OFFICE OR CONTACT THE PARISH OFFICE.
PARISHIONERS REFLECTIONS
FROM EASTER TO PENTECOST ONLINE
Visit your parish website, www.stcharleschurch.org, to keep connected
to your faith community during the Easter season that extends to Pentecost.
Make these 50 days Spirit-filled by reading parishioner reflections
on the daily readings, helping a ministry that could use a volunteer
like you, or joining an email list to pray for others. Your parish website
also has other features ranging from recent Fr. Creedon homilies to
photos from the faculty vs. students basketball game. Is there something
else you'd like to see? Let us know at webteam@stcharlechurch.org.
- The Collection for Sunday, April 18, 2004 was $17, 202.50
- Last Week's Tithe of $1,582.63 was for Clarendon House.
- This Week's 2nd Collection is for Catholic Home Missions.
- Next Week's Tithe is for the Philippine Medical Mission.
- Next Week's 2nd Collection is for our Building Fund.
