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for May 21, 2006
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Sixth Sunday of Easter
FROM THE PASTOR
Dear St. Charles Parishioners,
At a time when our government leaders consider immigration policy,
I'd like to share some thoughts from church leaders.
"We are called to work so that every person's dignity is respected,
the immigrant welcomed as brother or sister, and all humanity forms
a united family which knows how to appreciate with discernment the different
cultures which comprise it." Pope John Paul II
"The so-called 'illegals' are so not because they wish to defy
the law; but because the law does not provide them with any channel
to regularize their status in our country-which needs their labor; they
are not breaking the law, the law is breaking them. " Bishop Thomas
Wenski, Orlando and USCCB
"We need a strong and clear immigration policy. It must serve
our country's security and prosperity and at the and at the same time
be based on the moral values on which all our lives must ultimately
rest. We must never forget the Gospel call of Jesus 'to welcome the
stranger' for in the face of this stranger, we see the face of Christ."
Cardinal Theodore McCarrick of Washington
On Sunday June 4 at 7pm, as we celebrate Pentecost, I will host my
monthly Conversations with Creedon with stories from those who have
recently joined the Church as adults. Come, hear their stories, and
share your own.
Peace,
Gerry Creedon
ANOTHER NEW FACE ON STAFF!
Please join us in welcoming Marisa Vertrees as our new Social Justice
Coordinator! Marisa will be working with all our parish social justice
and advocacy programs as we continue to serve and work for justice.
Jo-Ann Duggan, who joined us earlier this month, is our new Social Services
Coordinator who will reach out to those seeking assistance from our
food pantry and other resources. Stop by and say Hello! Welcome Marisa
and Jo-Ann!
SENIOR BRUNCH
Please join us on Tuesday, May 23 for Mass at 10:30am and a special
brunch at 11:00am, in Benedict Hall. We will have entertainment and
learn how to write a Living Will. Please call Norma at 202-531-8189
to RSVP. We will provide transportation to anyone who needs a ride.
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.
BAPTISMAL PREPARATION IN ENGLISH
Wednesday June 7 at 7:30pm in Room 104. Please call the Parish Office
at 703-527-5500 to register.
+ MASSES INTENTIONS FOR THIS WEEK +
(Daily
Readings from US Bishops' website)
SUNDAY, May 21, 2006: Sixth Sunday of Easter
7:30am Margaret Schuler by Carolyn Lange
9:00am Parishioners
11:00am Harold Maloney by Cecilia Maloney
1:00pm Maria & Francisco Albertoni by Nelly Salvatierra
6:00pm Theresa M. & Thomas Dunphy & Sarah Duffy by Robert T.
Dunphy
Readings: Acts 10:25-26,34-35,44-48; 1 Jn 4:7-10; Jn 15:9-17
Monday, May 22, 2006:
9:00am Harold F. Biedscheid by Anne M. Biedscheid
7:30pm (Arlington Detention Center) for the Inmates
Readings: Acts 16:11-15; Jn 15:26-16:4a
Tuesday, May 23, 2006
9:00am Robert Dahut by Ellen & Stphen Brohpy
Readings: Acts 16:22-34; Jn 16:5-11
Wednesday, May 24, 2006:
9:00am Mildred Sanguino by Samantha Wick
Readings: Acts 17:15,22-18:1; Jn 16:12-15
Thursday, May 25, 2006:
9:00am Kathleen S. McCarthy
Readings: Acts 1:1-11; Eph 1:17-23; Mk 16:15-20
Friday, May 26, 2006
9:00am Francis J. Mulcahy by Peggy Mulcahy
Readings: Acts 18:9-18; Jn 16:20-23a
Saturday, May 27, 2006:
9:00am James C. Dean by Margaret Dean
Readings Acts 18:23-28; Jn 16:23b-28
Vigil for Sunday: The Ascension of the Lord
5:00pm Marcia Rachy (L) by Camilly Burruto
Readings Acts 1:1-11; Eph 1:17-23; Mk 16:15-20
PLEASE PRAY FOR
Pray for those who are sick: Dora Grajales, Margaret Finocchiaro Teem
Family, Diane Herbst, John Matisans, Michael Herdoiza, Mary Catherine
Kern-Herdoiza, Nicolas Clavijo, Maria De La Torre, Janice Prisco, Dorie
Pedersen, Cecily Orr-Nuckols, Iluminada Brinkley, Virginia Pruiett and
Michael Herdoiza. Let us also pray for those who have died, especially:
Mary Fitzpatrick, Theresa Kee-Young Kim.
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.
CATHOLIC INQUIRY SESSIONS
For those seeking to learn more about the Catholic faith. Our next session
is Tuesday, May 23 at 7:30pm in the Upper Room. All are welcome.
Around the Parish
CONVERSATION WITH CREEDON
Join our Pastor, Fr. Gerry Creedon, for his monthly Conversation, Sunday,
June 4 at 7pm in Benedict Hall. He will invite a few recent Catholics
to share their stories as well as our own. All are welcome.
"MAKE YOUR VOICE HEARD DURING
THE ANNUAL PARISH WEBSITE USER SURVEY"
Now's your chance to influence what your parish website, StCharlesChurch.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.
C'YA - YOUNG ADULTS (those in their 20's and
30's)
We will be having our Sunday Night Social tonight so please join us.
We will be serving ice-cream. We will be having our Memorial Day Party
on Monday May 29. Please make plans to join us. More information to
follow.
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION SURVEY
All parents of preschool through rising 6th graders please fill out
an on-line survey to help us determine the possibility of offering a
weekday session next year in addition to Sundays. We are quickly outgrowing
our space on Sunday mornings and need to find a way to serve the growing
number of families with children in our parish. Thank you for your help
in this! Survey link:
www.stcharleschurch.org/news/2006/relig-times-survey.php
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION REGISTRATION
Registration information for 2006-2007 for preschool-Grade 6 will be
available as soon as a final decision is made concerning class sessions
for our Grade Based Program. Please note that the final class for these
grades is Sunday, May 21. Thank you for supporting our programs this
year!
YOUTH NEWS
Invitation to On Way…All current 6th graders (and any way 7th graders)
are invited to On The Way, St. Charles Junior High Youth Ministry Program,
on Sunday, June 4 at 7:00 pm in the Gym. Meet the current 7th and 8th
graders and find out what On The Way is all about! The last meeting
date for WAY and On The Way is Sunday, June 11. Both groups will have
their end of year party…stayed tuned for more news about where
and when!
YOUTH MINISTRY REGISTRATION
Registration information for 2006-2007 for graders 7-12 will be available
mid-June. Please note that Confirmation preparation generally takes
place during the 8th grade year. We ask that those young people interested
in Confirmation enroll in religious education during their 7th grade
year.
COOL TEEN BIBLE STUDY
All New & Exciting Summer Bible Study for Teens-- rising 8th graders
through graduating high school seniors & beyond from all Christian
denominations are invited to attend a fun DVD driven Bible Study. This
relevant Bible Study, also called Velocity, will feature real life,
dramatic teen stories on June 22, 26; July 7, 14, 21, 28; and August
4,8,9,10,14,18,31 from 7:30-9:00 p.m. in the Youth Room (Rm 203 in the
Community Center off of the gym). Each session stands alone-so you can
come to one session, several sessions, or all sessions! Questions? Contact
Twila Gavin at 703-350-4566 or gavinfamily@comcast.net.
Snacks & beverages provided at all sessions! Bring your friends
& come join us for a summer of study that promises to enliven and
excite all people interested in growing in the Lord and in Sacred Scripture!
Service & Justice
PROJECT LAZARUS
Project Lazarus is the name given to St. Charles' special fund to help
people with emergency needs. Through this fund, St. Charles offers assistance
to local residents. Most often, people need help paying rent, utility
and medical expenses. Please consider making a special donation to Project
Lazarus. Your help is greatly appreciated. Checks should be made payable
to St. Charles Church and designated for Project Lazarus.
The Project Lazarus Food Pantry is also in need of your help. Your
generosity in the past has enabled us to help many in need. Presently,
any non-perishable item you could give would be most appreciated. Donations
can be left at the Parish Office. THANK YOU!
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.
PARISH
SUPPORT
- Last Week's Collection (Sunday May 14, 2006) was $23,050.00.
- Last Week's Tithe of $2,120.60 was for the Africa Ministry.
- Last Week's 2nd Collection of $3,131.00 was for our Parish Special
Needs to reduce the debt on our parish center.
- This Week's (May 21) Tithe is for the Alliance for Housing.
- This Week's 2nd Collection is for the Diocesan Retired Priests.
- Next Week's (May 28) Tithe is for our Sister Parishes in Haiti
