Dear St. Charles Parishioners,
Fr. Francisco Mendez de Dios called me August 16, from his new parish,
All Saints in Manassas, to insure that I send the congregation a message
of thanks on his behalf and on behalf of his family for the marvelous
reception and send off you provided last Sunday. He mentioned the cooks,
the servers, the singers, the gifts and the clean up crew. Last of all
he mentioned the speakers. He has left a void here at the Rectory and
in the Parish that will be hard to fill. We pray for his happy adjustment
to life in his new parish.
The unity and diversity that was so beautifully expressed in this
event is the best testament to his work among us. Let us continue in
that vein.
This weekend we welcome new sponsors to join our extraordinary sponsor
program for Haiti. Families and individuals sponsor a student's education
for a needy family in Gros Marin Cavaillon in Haiti. We are 50% toward
our goal. You may sign up after Mass in this expression of solidarity,
Dieu est Bon
PLEASE REMEMBER…
…to turn OFF your cell phone and/or beeper while attending Mass!
Your fellow parishioners will appreciate your consideration.
…that equipment for those who are hearing impaired is available
upon request from an usher.
…to please notify the Parish Office of your address change or to
be removed from the registration list if you plan to move away from
St. Charles.
…WE THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT!
EIGHT WEEK MOMS JOURNALING SERIES
Ministry of MOMS Sharing (MOMS): A Personal Journey. Who: Women engaged
in the spiritual and physical upbringing of their children. Women living
stressful lives with many demands on their time and energy who need
a place to receive personal and spiritual nurturing. What: MOMS creates
in women an awareness of the inner sacred self while teaching new ways
to inspire, encourage and affirm each other. Women will have the opportunity
to clarify their values, claim their own giftedness and bring these
strengths to their family and community. An Eight Week series to start
at the end of September. Please call Tori Bayer, (703) 920-6232.
SPONSOR OF THE WEEK: Our thanks to Bob & Tricia Clark Arlington's
Favorite Realtors for their support.
THIS WEEK'S INTENTIONS
SUNDAY, August 22, 2004:
7:30 Eleanor Martin by Gathering
9:00 Parishioners
11:00 Leonila Grimaldo by Cecilia Maloney
1:00 Georgina Prieto
6:00 Reynaldo Santos by Henri & Lucy Chautard
Readings: Isaiah 66:18-21; Hebrews 12:5-7,11-13; Luke 13:22-30
Monday, August 23, 2004
9:00 Cristobal Conducto by Karin Lopez
7:30 (Arlington Detention Center) for the Inmates
Readings: 2 Thessalonians 1:1-5,11-12; Matthew 23:13-22
Tuesday, August 24, 2004
9:00 Mr. & Mrs. John Fitzpatrick (L) by
The Fitzpatricks
Readings: Revelation 21:9b-14; John 1:45-51
Wednesday, August 25, 2004
9:00 Kathleen Hauke by St. Charles Staff
Readings: 2 Thessalonians 3:6-10,16-18; Matthew 23:27-32
Thursday, August 26, 2004
9:00 Amalia Verdeja by Olga & Jose Bufill
Readings: 1 Corinthians 1:1-9; Matthew 24:42-51
Friday, August 27, 2004
9:00 Duong Dinh Khue by Binh Duong
Readings: 1 Corinthians 1:17-25; Matthew 251-13
Saturday August 28, 2004
9:00 Sylvia & Anthony Pavese by Joan Lucas Anderson
5:00 Eileen Bruno (L) by Camille Burruto
Readings: 1 Corinthians 1:26-31; Matthew 25:14-30
PLEASE PRAY FOR
Please remember to keep in your prayers, those who are sick and those
who suffer, especially: Celia Coronado, Katie Spasarro, Eileen Bruno,
Mary Tasker (daughter of Fran Hobbs), Eileen Speorl, Linda James, John
Emge, Lillian Gavin, Agnes Majchrowitz, Margaret Finocchiaro, Mary Pritchard,
Thomas Parker, Patrick Hurl, Bert Sweigart Thomas Cox John Rizzuto,
Mary Feola, Shanan Emge, Micaela Palacio, Mary Catherine Kern-Herdoiza,
and Nancy Hall. Let us also pray for those who have died especially:
Mary Helen Siemer.
Help Needed/ Religious Education for Children
St. Charles' Sunday morning religious education classes need a few more
adults to serve as catechists. If you love children and wish to help
them grow closer to God and learn more about their Catholic faith, please
consider volunteering as a catechist this coming year. For more information,
contact Anne Marie at 703-527-5500, x 119 or akaufmann@stcharleschurch.org.
We have a particular need for those who enjoy working with preschool
aged children.
RESPECT LIFE
Roe [v.Wade] effectively legalized abortion throughout pregnancy for
virtually any reason, or none at all. It is responsible for the grief
of millions of women and men, and the killing of millions of unborn
children in the past quarter century." -- Living the Gospel of
Life: A Challenge to American Catholics (USCCB)
Pregnant and need help? Assistance is just a telephone call away. Please
contact Gabriel Project Arlington at 1-866-444-3553 any time for a friend
who can point you toward the best assistance.
ST.CHARLES SCHOOL NEWS
It is that time of year again when I beg for your help to make Catholic
education possible for my special children. The need is great, and your
contribution will make a big difference. No amount is too large or too
small. Feel the Spirit! Be the Spirit! Checks may be made payable to
St. Charles School Scholarship Fund. I am blessed by your continued
support and generosity. If you have any questions, please call the school
office at 703-527-0608. Sr. Benedict Kesock.
HELP NEEDED/YOUTH MINISTRY
Is the Holy Spirit calling you to share your faith with teens? If so,
consider teaching Confirmation classes to young people enrolled in our
youth ministry programs. For more information on volunteering for this
important ministry, contact Anne Marie at 703-527-5500, x119 or akaufmann@stcharleschurch.org.
"WELCOME RETURNING/INACTIVE
CATHOLICS"
If you are a Catholic who has been away from the Church, we invite you
to be an active part of us again. "Landings" is an eight week
discussion series, a safe landing place for returning Catholics to explore
their faith and future with the Catholic Church. We begin our Fall session
on Wednesday, September 22. If you are interested, please contact Anna
LaNave at (703) 916-8746 or returning-catholics@stcharleschurch.org.
SINGERS NEEDED FOR THE INTERFAITH ENSEMBLE
The Interfaith Music Ensemble will be rehearsing this Thursday, August
26, at 7:00 PM in the gym. We'll be preparing music for a Jewish High
Holiday event, scheduled for September 5. All interested singers and
instrumentalists are welcome. For more information, see the bulletin
board flyers or contact Janice Lent (jlent0322@aol.com)
or (202) 366-8966 (days).
IN OUR PARISH
C'YA NEWS
- August 24, 7:15 PM - Catechism/Bible Study: God the Creator, Katie's
house For more information, contact Katie (klm34@georgetown.edu)
or 703-892-2762)
- August 25, 7:00 PM - Volunteer with the SKITS program, Sullivan
House. For more information, contact Evelyn (evmary02@aol.com)
August 27, 7:00 PM - August Birthdays Party, Sponsor: Katie Magnuson
(klm34@georgetown.edu )
- August 28, 4:30 PM - Miniature Golf and Batting Cages, Upton Hills
Park (6060 Wilson Blvd), Sponsors: Katie Magnuson (klm34@georgetown.edu)
and Ted Zogakis (zogakis@flash.net)
- August 29, 10:00 AM - Pray and Play, trip to the Grotto of Lourdes
and Frederick Keys game. Meet at the Church, Sponsor: Rob Graves (robgreenbelt@yahoo.com)
- August 31, 7:15 PM - Catechism/Bible Study: The Popes, Katie's
house For more information, contact Katie (klm34@georgetown.edu
or 703-892-2762) every Sunday at 12:30 - Tennis at the Thomas Jefferson
Center, Mark Schwendler (schwendlerm@hotmail.com)
every Sunday at 1:30 - Ultimate Frisbee at Quincy Park, Dawn Kirk
(oh2b_alive@hotmail.com).
- Every Tuesday at 7:30 - Tennis at the Thomas Jefferson Center,
Mark Schwendler (schwendlerm@hotmail.com)
**Starting in August**Every Sunday between the 9 and 11 masses, Come
Pray with us! Dawn Kirk (oh2b_alive@hotmail.com).
5 COOL THINGS TO TRY ON THE PARISH WEBSITE
Here are five cool things to try on your parish website, stcharleschurch.org,
next time you're online.
- Find something new by using our Google-powered search
engine (under "Help/Search").
- Learn the ABCs of NFP (natural family
planning)
- Join one of our e-mail lists.
- Check out the volunteer opportunities list
to find a group that could use someone just like you.
- Book a room in the parish center.
Whatever you decide to do, get online and in the Spirit. And if there's
something you'd like to see added to the site, let us know at webteam@stcharleschurch.org
or use the "give feedback"
link at the bottom of most pages to fill out an anonymous form.
PARSIH COLLECTION
- Last Week's Collection for Sunday, August 15, 2004 was $17,858.00.
- Last Week's Tithe of $1,642.94 was for ASPAN.
- This Week's Tithe is for Our Sister Parishes in Cavaillon &
Gros Marin, Haiti.
- Next Week's Tithe is for Philippine Medical Mission
