Dear St. Charles Parishioners,
On Saturday, September 18, St. Charles will host the diocesan Peace
and Justice Conference followed by a seminar
on affordable housing. Bishop Loverde will initiate the conference
by celebrating the 9:00 AM Mass at the Church. Dr. Steven Colecchi newly
appointed director of International Justice and Peace office at of the
National Bishop's Conference will provide an overview on faithful citizenship
at Benedict Hall. There will be sessions on the areas of life, justice,
peace and solidarity. The afternoon workshop is sponsored by the Alliance
for Affordable Housing, an inter faith advocacy and education network.
On September 12, at 7:00 PM in Benedict Hall I welcome Julie Bentz
to dialogue with me on the topic of "The
Catholic Church and Women." Julie is a leader with our RCIA
program and an official in the Office of Homeland Security. She
holds a Ph D in engineering and has served as a lay missionary with
the International Catholic Program of Evangelization.
Peace,
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!
BAPTISMAL PREPARATION
Baptismal instruction in English will be offered on Tuesday, September
14, at 7:00 PM, in the Parish Library. To register, please call the
Parish Office at 703-527-5500.
PLEASE NOTE: THE PARISH OFFICE WILL BE CLOSED ON MONDAY, SEPTEMBER
6 IN OBSERVANCE OF LABOR DAY.
SPONSOR OF THE WEEK: Our thanks to Whitlow's On Wilson for their
support.
SUNDAY, September 5, 2004:
7:30 Parishioners
9:00 Kathleen Hauke by Prayer Group
11:00 Rose & Frank D'Ambrosio by Mario D'Ambrosio
1:00 Raquel Vargas by Berónica Salas
6:00 Jean Tepedino by Mark Monaco
Readings: Wisdom 9:13-18b; Philemon 9-10,12-17; Luke 14:25-33
Monday, September 6, 2004
9:00 Jerry McGrath by John O'Connell
7:30 (Arlington Detention Center) for the Inmates
Readings: 1 Corinthians 5:1-8; Luke 6:6-11
Tuesday, September 7, 2004
9:00 P.J. Charles by The Fitzpatricks
Readings: 1 Corinthians 6:1-11; Luke 6:12-19
Wednesday, September 8, 2004: The Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary
9:00 Manuel, Magnolia & Belarmina by Gladis Arboleda
Readings: Micah 5:1-4a; Matthew 1:1-16,18-23
Thursday, September 9, 2004
9:00 Roberto Nosiglia (L) by Rhina Ugaz
Readings: 1 Corinthians 8:1b-7,11-13; Luke 6:27-38
Friday, September 10, 2004
9:00 Buck Smith by Jan & George Macdonald
Readings: 1 Corinthians 9:16-19,22b-27; Luke 6:39-42
Saturday September 11, 2004
9:00 Lena Prisco by Janice Prisco
5:00 Antonio Calogero by Camille Burruto
Readings: 1 Corinthians 10:14-22; Luke 6:43-49
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,
William Frederick, Marina Ruiz, Nancy Hall, and Barbara Doyle. Let us
also pray for those who have died especially: Mary Helen Siemer.
ENGLISH CLASSES STARTING
English classes start September 12. Registration days will be September
5 from 11am-1pm in the Cafeteria. For more information, contact Sal
D'Itri at 703-307-2995.
RESPECT LIFE
"No appeal to policy, procedure, majority will or pluralism
ever excuses a public official from defending life to the greatest extent
possible....Those who justify their inaction on the grounds that abortion
is the law of the land need to recognize that there is a higher law,
the law of God." -- "Living the Gospel of Life: A Challenge
to American Catholics," para. 32, USCC.
"ABORTION." Is this word a part of your past? Are
you in need of some deep spiritual healing? If so, call Maryanne at
703-841-2504 or projectrachel@arlingtondiocese.org
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.
FOR SCHOOL YEAR 2004-05
"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 believe
he or she has been discriminated against in any USDA related activity
should write to the Secretary of Agriculture, Washington, DC 20250.
"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.
MINISTRY OF MOMS SHARING (MOMS)
8 Week Moms Journaling Series Who may participate: Women engaged in
the spiritual and physical upbringing of their children who need a place
to receive personal and spiritual nurturing. What: MOMS creates an awareness
of the inner sacred self, teaching new ways to inspire, encourage and
affirm each other. Women will have the opportunity to clarify values,
claim their own giftedness and bring these strengths to their family
and community. To start the end of September. Please call Tori Bayer,
(703) 920-6232.
IN OUR PARISH
THE CONTEMPLATIVE
WAY
Contemplative Way begins September 14, the 2nd Tuesday, in the Chapel
at 7:30 PM, through May. Each session will include input, practices,
silence, some sharing. Bring a journal for yourself. To Register $75
for nine monthly sessions or $10. per session. Payable to St. Charles
Church. Facilitated by Jean Sweeney. For more information, Go to www.stcharleschurch.org
for directions or more info, or call Jean at 703-527-5500. X115.
NO HEAVY LIFTING ONLINE
There'll be no heavy lifting this Labor Day when all you have to do
is click on www.stcharleschurch.org to find top
parish events for September, details about
justice and affordable
housing forums at St. Charles on the 18th, and the latest Fr.
Creedon's. homilies. Relax and spend some time on the parish web
site this week. Happy Labor Day from the parish
Web Team!
SHANAH TOVAH (HAPPY NEW
YEAR!)
Please join us this Sunday, September 5, in Benedict hall after the
6:00 PM Mass for "Our Father, Our King: An Introduction to the
Music and Liturgy of the Jewish High Holidays." Rabbi William Rudolph
will discuss the structure and meaning of the High Holiday liturgies,
traditional Rosh Hashanah foods will be served, and participants will
be invited to hear and sing High Holiday music, led by the St. Charles
Interfaith Ensemble. For more information, contact Janice Lent at jlent0322@aol.com
or (202) 366-8966 (days).
ATTENTION NURSES
Have you ever considered using the gifts and talents of your profession
to serve on the Weekend for the Seriously III at the Dominican Retreat
House in Mclean, VA? There will be an evening of orientation at the
Retreat House, Thursday, September 16, 2004, from 7:30-9:00 PM. If you
have a VA RN/LP License, carry malpractice insurance, and have a willing
heart, come and see if this is for you. Please RSVP to: mmiklanc@gmu.edu
or call at 703-352-2877.
PARSIH COLLECTION
- Last Week's Collection for (August 29, 2004) was $14,243.50.
- Last Week's Tithe was $1,310.40 for the Philippine Medical Mission.
- This Week's Tithe is for Project Lazarus.
- This Week's 2nd Collection is for our Building Fund.
- Next Week's Tithe is for OAR and Virginia Care.
- Next Week's 2nd Collection is for Religious Education.
