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for May 7, 2006
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Fourth Sunday of Easter
FROM THE PASTOR
Dear St. Charles Parishioners,
Congratulations Sister Benedict on your Golden Anniversary! It was
a joyous, faith affirming occasion for all. I thank the anniversary
committee for their excellent preparations. I also thank the Filipino
and Latin American Communities for the festivities they provided.
All are welcome this Sunday at 7 pm for my Conversation on the Circle
of Caring with Peter Dirr; facing the end in the light of Easter.
Feel the Spirit,
Gerry Creedon
Join our Pastor Fr. Gerry Creedon for his monthly "Conversation With
Creedon". This month he welcomes Peter Dirr for the topic of: Facing the
End: Easter Reflections on Life and Death. Peter is the Coordinator of our parish
outreach to many in need including those dying, those walking with the dying,
and those grieving.
WALK FOR LIFE
Support Catholic Charities Children's Services: Crisis Pregnancy Counseling,
Foster Care and Adoption. Sat 5/20, 2006 at Fort Hunt Park, Area A,
Alexandria (Fr. Creedon will be attending this walk) and Broad Run High
School, Ashburn, VA. Picnic, prizes and fun for the whole family. $15/person,
$10/seniors, $40/family of 4. Visit www.ccda.net
or call Tim or Maria (703-425-0100 or Bob Anderson at Broad Run HS 703-858-7167
or Jane Elfring at Paul IV HS 703-325-0925 x423.
BORROMEO HOUSING'S ANNUAL EVENT MAY 20
Borromeo Housing will hold its annual event to benefit Elizabeth House,
a two-year shelter and development program for homeless young women
and their babies, on May 20 from 6pm to 10pm in Benedict Hall. Tickets
are $15 each and include admission, food, and childcare. The event will
feature dancing, a silent and live auction and music by local jazz band,
the Kevin Jefferson Quartet. Please contact Joy Meyers at 703-841-0139
for tickets or volunteer opportunities.
+ MASSES INTENTIONS FOR THIS WEEK +
(Daily
Readings from US Bishops' website)
SUNDAY, May 7, 2006: FOURTH SUNDAY OF EASTER
7:30am Parishioners
9:00am Ralph E. Nietraur by Ann Dubas
11:00am Maruja de Villamizar (L) by The Hittle Family
1:00pm Tomás Fernandez by Marta Fernandez and Children
6:00pm Dora Pandolfi by Gina, Alex & Alfonso
Readings: Acts 4:8-12; 1 Jn 3:1-2; Jn 10:11-18
Monday, May 8, 2006
9:00am Mary L. Serra by Manuel Serra
7:30pm (Arlington Detention Center) for the Inmates
Readings: Acts 11:1-18; Jn 10:1-10
Tuesday, May 9, 2006
9:00am Marjorie Rubinger by Rubinger family
Readings: Acts 11:19-26; Jn 10:22-30
Wednesday, May 10, 2006:
9:00am Mary Patrick by Bob & Michele Patrick
Readings: Acts 12:24-13:5a; Jn 12:44-50
Thursday, May 11, 2006
9:00am George Patrick by Bob & Michele Patrick
Readings: Acts 13:13-25; Jn 13:16-20
Friday, May 12, 2006:
9:00am Ronald Doucette by Gerry & John Welch
Readings: Acts 13:26-33; Jn 14:1-6
Saturday, May 13, 2006:
9:00am James C. Dean by Margaret Dean
Readings Acts 13:44-52; Jn 14:7-14
Vigil for Sunday: Fifth Sunday of Easter
5:00pm Scott Hallahan by Helen Jakubowski
Readings Acts 9:26-31; 1 Jn 3:18-24; Jn 15:1-8
PLEASE PRAY FOR
Pray for those who are sick: Maria Elena Velasquez, Kathleen Facciolo, Marie
Lou MacEvoy, Jack Bottash, Erin O'Keefe, Barbara Kramer, Raymond Glodowski Jr,
Paul D' Ambrosio, Dorie Pedersen, Cecily Orr-Nuckols, Kristel Hernandez, Cristina Caceres, Rita Mideros, Iluminada Brinkley. Let us also pray
for those who have died, especially: Kay Nestor, Mary Virginia Higginbotham,
Margaret Cavalcante, Thomas Scanlon (Father of Angela Prikockis), and Mary Philomena Fitzpatrick.
NEW TO ST. CHARLES?
Are you new to St. Charles? Welcome! You are free to stop by the Parish office
anytime to register. Our website is also full of helpful information, so find
us at: www.stcharleschurch.org.
BEEN AWAY FROM THE CATHOLIC FAITH?
If you have been away from the Catholic Church, you are invited to come
home. We have a group program called Landings. One-on-one discussions
are also available. Contact Anna LaNave, at returning-catholics@stcharleschurch.org,
or Michelle Miller, at adultfaith@stcharleschurch.org
703-527-5500 x115 for more information.
MAKE YOUR VOICE HEARD DURING THE
ANNUAL PARISH WEBSITE
Now's your chance to influence what your parish website,St.CharlesChurch.org,
will look like as we prepare to start its ninth year. Take the quick
annual survey of visitors to our website so we can find out what you
like and what it will take to keep you coming back. Whether you're a
first-time visitor or you have us set to be your home page, let us hear
from you by taking our anonymous survey next time you're online.
YOUTH TRIP TO KING'S DOMINION
All high-school aged youth are invited to join the St. Charles WAY Group
on Sunday May 21 when we go to Kings Dominion. We will meet at the 9:00
am Masses and return by 9:00 pm. For more information, see the website:
www.stcharlesway.org, or Contact WAY leader, Melissa Raphael at (201)
400-2580 or melissaraphael@gmail.com.
The cost of trip is $30. Permission slips and money must be turned in
by Sunday May 14.
ADULT INITIATION PROCESSES
For Seekers: Ongoing and casual Catholic Inquiry Sessions to learn more about
the Catholic faith. Next mtg - May 9 at 7:30pm in the Upper Room. All are welcome.
For those wanting to join the Catholic Church or Catholics seeking 1st Eucharist
and Confirmation: Call Michelle Miller to arrange an interview.
For Catholic Adults seeking Confirmation: Wed. evenings at 7:15pm in Room 103.
Confirmation on June 4.
Contact Michelle Miller at
adultfaith@stcharleschurch.org
or 703-527-5500 x115.
OUTDOOR DROP-IN PLAY GROUP
10-11:30am Tuesdays in May (or until heat index reaches over 80) at Clay Park
(between Highland and Garfield on N 7th St.) If it rains we usually meet at
the parish in room 103.
LOOKING FOR WAYS TO VOLUNTEER
Did you know that St. Charles publishes a monthly listing of volunteer
opportunities? Check them out online or get on the monthly email list
by emailing volunteers@stcharleschurch.org.
Your gifts are wanted and needed!
INVITATION TO SPECIAL EVENT
The Friends of Clarendon House invite all St. Charles parishioners to a special
Open House-Night of the Stars II, an evening which will showcase the artistic
and musical talents of Clarendon House members. Wednesday, May 10, 5:00-7:30
pm. 3141 N. 10th St (next to the Firehouse). For more information please call
Jan Macdonald at 703-524-0238.
VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION DINNER
This is a time for the community of St. Charles to thank all volunteers
for your service. Friday, May 19, 2006 - Werthmann Gym, St. Charles.
Wine & Cheese 6:15pm - Dinner 6:30pm.
Please RSVP to volunteers@stcharleschurch.org.
St. Charles will provide the main dish/drinks. Last names A-L - bring
side dish or salad. Last names M-Z bring dessert. Thanks!
BEGINNINGS & BEYOND
The North American Forum on the Catechumenate is hosting their week-long
workshop on implementing the full Catholic initiation process within
a parish at the Washington Theological Union. All involved in liturgical
and catechetical ministry are encouraged to attend. For more information:
www.naforum.org
PRAISE AND WORSHIP
It is a mini retreat in the middle of the week! C"YA Praise &
Worship, while sponsored by Young Adults, is open to the entire community,
and we invite you to join us. On Thursday, May 18th at 7:30pm in the
sanctuary, for Eucharistic Adoration. Also on Thursday, June 1, join
us Rommel Bandsina Leading faith sharing in the Upper Room on the topic
of Devotions. A social follows all events. For more information, check
us out on the St. Charles website, or contact Erin Wooten at wootenerin@yahoo.com.
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.
THE HONORABLE ROBERT MARSHALL AND THE HONORABLE RICHARD BLACK, long
time members of Virginia's House of Delegates, will receive, on May
25th, at the Marriott Fairview Park Hotel, Falls Church, VA, the Brent
Society's 2006 Annual Award for Distinguished Service for their constant
and courageous defense of the innocent unborn and Virginia's families.
Reception at 6:30 pm with dinner at 7:00 pm $50/person or $475/table
of ten. Send checks with names of attendees to: the Brent Society, P.O.
Box 2901, Merrifield, VA 22116. Information: 703-808-4277 or email brentsociety@petersvoice.com.
Reservations required and are all are welcome!
PARISH SUPPORT
- Last Week's Collection for Sunday April 30, 2006 was $20,117.00.
- Last Week's 2nd Collection of $3,803.00 was for Catholic Home Missions.
- This Week's (May 7) Tithe is for Project Lazarus.
- This Week's 2nd Collection is for our Building Fund.
- Next Week's (May 14) Tithe is for AIDS in Africa.
- Next Week's 2nd Collection is for our Parish Special Needs
