Saint Mary of Sorrows ChurchParish Center • 5222 Sideburn Road • Fairfax, VA 22032

Historic Church • Fairfax Station Road & Ox Road (Route 123) • Fairfax Station, VA 22039Phone 703-978-4141 • FAX 703-978-2568 • Website www.stmaryofsorrows.org

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St. Mary of Sorrows is a caring Catholic community dedicated to living the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

We Listen to the Word of God; Draw our life from the Liturgy;

Promote the sanctity of life; Proclaim the good news of the Gospel; Serve others in a spirit of truth; Nourish through education;

Commit ourselves to proclaiming and promoting social justice.

Anointing /Visits to the SickDuty Priest 703-978-4141, ext. 1.

Last Sunday of the month after the 12:30 pmMass

Parish Center Office HoursMon - Fri: 8:30 am - 8:30 pmSat: 8:30 am - 6:15 pmSun: 7:30 am - 2:00 pm

RegistrationPlease register at the Parish Center Office sothat we can serve you more effectively. Youruse of envelopes helps us to assess ourresources and to plan for the future.

Inquiry (R.C.I.A.)Please call Linda O’Brien, 703-978-4141, ext.101, to make an appointment with Fr. Barkett.

Pastoral CouncilCharlie Gulac Ann Hartmann

Susan Lee David Lopez

Patrick Taitano

Travelers: www.Masstimes.org

Parish Center Phone 703-978-4141 + Extension:

Pastor Rev. James S. Barkett ext. 103

Parochial VicarRev. Francis J. Peffley ext. 104

Pastor EmeritusRev. Donald C. Greenhalgh (Ret.)

In ResidenceRev. Jean Vanes Nicolas ext. 105

DeaconsDavid Maurer deacondave@stmaryofsorrows.orgJeffrey Meyers deaconjeff@stmaryofsorrows.org

Religious Education Aida Willis (DRE Grades K - 6) ext. 129Kathy Maurer (Admin. Assistant) ext. 128Madeline Ledón (DRE Grades 7 - 8) ext. 108

Preschool Michelle Huber ext. 118Patricia Ronner (Admin. Specialist) ext. 119

Youth Ministry Mark Stinard ext. 107

Parish Social Ministry & Family LifeCarol Mayfield ext. 109

LiturgyMary McKay ext. 112

MusicDavid Bond ext. 114

Administrative ServicesKaren Ramsay (Reception) ext. 100Cindy Bevilacqua (Registration/Baptisms/

...Bulletin) ext. 115Linda O’Brien (Pastor’s Assistant/

...Facilities Scheduling/Weddings) ext. 101Comptroller’s OfficeKathleen G. Coleman, MBA Comptroller ext. 110Mary Ellen Kelliher

(Bookkeeper/Cemetery) ext. 111FacilitiesRichard Witter ext. 124

Counselors Direct LineMary Ellen Ruff, LPC, ATR-BC 703-303-4983Kathleen E. Scheg, JD, LPC, CEEP 703-568-0525

Weekend Mass ScheduleWorship Center

Sat: 5:00 pmSun: 7:30, 9:00, & 11:00 am, & 12:30 pm

& 5:00 pm September through MayHistoric Church

Sun: 9:30 am

Daily Mass ScheduleMon - Fri: 6:30 am - Historic ChurchMon - Sat: 9:15 am - Worship CenterMorning Prayer: 9:00 am - Worship Center

AdorationWorship Center

Monday, Wednesday & Friday: 9:45 - 11:45 amFirst Friday All Night Adoration following the9:15 am Mass; Taize Holy Hour 7:30 pmFirst Saturday: Devotions after the 9:15 am Mass

Historic Church2nd - 5th Fridays: 7:30 pm Holy Hour

Holy Day Schedule - Worship CenterVigil Mass: 7:00 pm; Holy Day: 6:30 am, 9:15 am, 7:00 pm

ConfessionsWorship Center

Sat: 3:30 to 4:30 pmMon: 10:00 amWed: 6:30 to 7:00 pm

PARISH LIFE

Memorial Mass for Fr. Peffley’s MotherAll are invited to attend a Memorial Mass for Mary Peffley onTuesday, May 15th, at 7:00 pm in the Worship Center, followed bylight refreshments in Farrell Hall.

Women’s Painting ClassJackie Saunders, our celebrated and most talented art teacher, willpresent a painting with watercolors class on Thursday, May 18th,from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm in Farrell Hall. All parishioners areinvited. Jackie will have supplies available, but if you have anysmall brushes please bring them. For planning purposes pleasecall Thelma Garry at 703-978-1163 if you plan to attend.

KOVARThe St. Mary of Sorrows Knights of Columbus Council 8600 annualdrive to collect funds for KOVAR will take place on Saturday andSunday, May 19th and 20th. This is our second collection for thosewho missed the first. KOVAR is a Virginia Knights of Columbus charitythat assists groups supporting people with intellectual disabilities.The Knights will be stationed around Fairfax and Burke businesseswearing yellow vests and handing out Tootsie Rolls. Please considerdonating to this very worthy cause when you see them.

Where the Birds Never SingPulitzer Prize-Nominated author Jack Sacco will speak of his father’spart in WWII and the liberation of Dachau on Wednesday, May 23rd,at 7:00 pm in Farrell Hall. Book signing to follow. All are invited tothis free event sponsored by the Italian Heritage Society of St. Maryof Sorrows. For more information, please contact Deborah Delia-Cantwell, i.h.s.saintmarys.secretary@gmail.com.

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MASS INTENTIONS

Sunday, May 13Helen Benson, Cassidy Sheridan (Birthday),

Merwyn Vavrina †, Carmen & Francisco Gonzalez †,David & Vyonne Sparling, (HC) Terry Kenney †

Monday, May 14Hugo Guardia †, Katie & Michael Cartoski

Tuesday, May 15Tereista R. Tamarbo †, William Thorpe †

Wednesday, May 16Marie Wyman, Joe Thompson †

Thursday, May 17Gary Snyder †, George Clark †

Friday, May 18Hilda Ruiz †, Emilia Unpingco

Saturday, May 19Memorial Mass, Janet Trembley †

Sunday, May 20Joseph Thompson †, Frank Maduzia †,

Carmen Rivera †, Irene Durback †,Amparo Mabang Juavier †, (HC) Thomas Sullivan †

READINGS

Sun: Acts 1:15-17, 20a, 20c-26 1 Jn 4:11-16.....................Jn 17:11b-19Mon: Acts 1:15-17, 20-26......... Jn 15:9-17Tues: Acts 20:17-27................... Jn 17:1-11aWed: Acts 20:28-38................... Jn 17:11b-19Thu: Acts 22:30, 23:6-11..........Jn 17:20-27Fri: Acts 25:13b-21................. Jn 21:15-19Sat: Gn 11:1-9.........................Rom 8:22-27 Jn 7:37-30Sun: Acts 2:1-11.......................1 Cor 12:3b-7, 12-13 Jn 20:19-23

Second Collection

The second collection this weekend,Special Parish Needs, is for thestained glass for the new church. Ifyou would like to contribute afterthis weekend, please write ParishSpecial Needs or Stained Glass in thememo line. We will be offering amemorial campaign after we beginconstruction that will include stainedglass, pews, statues, etc. for yourconsideration.

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Pastor’s Corner . . .

My Dear Parishioners,

I would like to introduce and welcome our new music director,David Bond, who comes to us from The Catholic University ofAmerica, where he got his Masters Degree in OrchestralConducting. David is responsible for the direction, organization,and vision of music at St. Mary’s. He will play and lead music formany of the wonderful ensembles: the Marian Singers,Children’s Choir, Resurrection Choir, and more! We are veryexcited to have him here at St. Mary of Sorrows.

In Christ through Mary,

Reverend James S. BarkettPastor

May Crowning, Living Rosaryand Procession

Our Lady of Perpetual Help Rosary Makers andthe Women’s Group of St. Mary’s invite allparishioners with their families and friends tothe yearly celebration to honor the BlessedVirgin Mary on Sunday, May 27th, at 7:00 pm,at the Historic Church Grotto. Light refresh-ments will be served afterwards.

LITURGY & MUSIC

Prayer Intention of Pope FrancisLet us unite our prayers with those of thewhole church by praying for the Holy Father’sintention for May.Evangelization – The Mission of Laity:

That the lay faithful may fulfill their specific mission, by respondingwith creativity to the challenges that face the world today.

Please Pray for the SickDebbie McHail, Laurel Gauthier, Paul Gauthier, Eric Neifert, PatCondron, Duane Zieg, Cory Leitao, Patricia Parker, Jim Jacobs,Vernette Molloy, Andrea Baker, Kerry Feighery, Trish Martel,Barbara Bernard, Paul Grano, Mary Ellen Elmore, Chuck Lehman,Mary Malone, Elaine McDermott, Corinne Frassa, Betty Romano,Zachary Wilson, Irene Sabo, Edward Connolly, Mary Connolly, MaryAnn Fleming, Virginia MacLauchlan, Dave Anderson, LisaAnderson, Diane Anderson, Steve Bruce, Christine Seebold,Matthew Menton, Carol McGruff, John Esser, Tiffany Banules,Raymond Remeika, Presentation Novales, Lilly Morris, PatriciaJaison, Lucy Sembach, Assunta Day, Christina Vloet, Pat Seiler, PeterTompkins, Julie Adkins, Larry Leidtke, Toni Morris, George BoninaJr., Joanie Evans, Lynn Jones, Austin Ruby, and those in our book ofprayers.

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THE PERMIT IS COMING!

Win a chance to participate in the Ground Breaking Ceremony for the new church!

Guess the date the County of Fairfax will awardus our

Site Plan Permit!!!!

Fill the basket with your name, phone numberand guess as to when the County will issue us

a Site Plan Permit.

HINT: We hope to be building

by the end of the year!!

This is the next step to being able to build our new church!

First,the Site Plan Permit,

then the Building Permit, then we build!!

“Lifting up his eyes to heaven, Jesus prayed, saying: “Holy Father,keep them in your name that you have given me, so that theymay be one just as we are one.” John 17:11

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White Elephant Collection & SaleStart gathering your items for the 2018 WhiteElephant Sale! The collection will begin in earlyJune, and sale will begin on Friday, June 8th, at5:00 pm with $5 admission to the early birdsale. Free admission Saturday 9:00 am - 7:00pm and Sunday 8:15 am - 2:30 pm. Many vol-

unteers, both men and women, are needed for the WhiteElephant Sale. Please contact Lucy Schleibaum, 703-323-0345or lucys5959@yahoo.com, if you would like to volunteer or haveany questions.

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Friday Holy HourSt. Mary's offers Friday evening Holy Hours at the Historic Churchon the second through fourth (or fifth) Fridays each month. Thenext scheduled Holy Hour is Friday, May 18th, at 7:30 pm. Comespend time with our Lord through quiet prayer and reflectionbefore His presence in the Blessed Sacrament.

Dates for Your Calendar• Sunday, May 20th: Last 5:00 pm Sunday Mass of the school year.Sunday 5:00 pm Mass will return on Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018.• Monday, May 28th, 9:15 am: Memorial Day Mass at the HistoricChurch Grotto, followed by blessing of the graves. • Wednesday, May 30th, 7:00 pm: Confirmation with ArchbishopBroglio (NO Confessions that evening).• Sunday, June 2nd, 2:00 pm: Corpus Christi procession,Benediction, and Commissioning Ceremony for ExtraordinaryMinisters of Holy Communion

Corpus Christi Procession - Sunday, June 3rd

This year we will again process with the Blessed Sacrament onthe Solemnity of Corpus Christi. The procession will begin at 2 :00 pm from the Worship Center, and will proceed to the site ofthe future church. There, Father Barkett will commission the newExtraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion (EM’s), and the sea-soned EM’s will renew their commitment to serving the parish inthis holy service. We will conclude with Benediction. Everyone in the parish is encouraged to come and share in thisevent, in which we express our love and devotion to Our Lord inthe Most Holy Eucharist. EM’s, new and experienced, this day isespecially important for you. Please make every effort to be there.

Lighthouse Catholic Media CD feature of the week- Lectio Prayer by Dr. Tim Gray. Learn touse Scripture to enter into a dialogue with God and to encounterhim in your daily life.

Rosary LeadersEach weekend there are many opportunities to lead the rosarybefore Mass. A step-by-step guide is available if you have never ledthe rosary before. Sign up is easy. From the St. Mary of Sorrowswebsite- stmaryofsorrows.org, click the WebLinks tab, and then theRosary Leader Sign Up. If you have questions, please contact MaryMcKay at marym@stmaryofsorrows.org or 703-978-4141, x112.Thank you to all who have been faithful volunteers in this service.

Come Celebrate and Pray for Our Future PriestsThe ordination of men to the priesthood is a beautiful and inspiringevent for our entire diocese, and all are welcome to witness it. TheMass of Ordination to the Priesthood for Deacons Michael Folmar,Nicholas Schierer and Christopher Tipton is Saturday, June 9th, at11:00 am, at the Cathedral of St. Thomas More. There is also aHoly Hour Vigil with Bishop Burbidge and the seminarians onFriday, June 8th, at 7:00 p.m. at the Cathedral, followed by a lightreception. Come and pray for our future priests!

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Novena to the Holy SpiritWe will begin our Novena to the Holy Spirit on Friday, May 11th,and end on Saturday May 19th. Please keep the following novenaprayers so you can pray the prayers every day during the novena.If you are at Mass during the novena, copies of the novenaprayers will be provided.

Novena Prayers in Honor of theHoly Spirit

Act of Consecration To the Holy SpiritOn my knees before the great multitude of heavenly witnesses, Ioffer myself, soul and body to You, Eternal Spirit of God. I adorethe brightness of Your purity, the unerring keenness of Your jus-tice, and the might of Your love. You are the Strength and Lightof my soul. In You I live and move and am. I desire never togrieve You by unfaithfulness to grace and I pray with all my heartto be kept from the smallest sin against You. Mercifully guard myevery thought and grant that I may always watch for Your light,and listen to Your voice, and follow Your gracious inspirations. Icling to You and give myself to You and ask You, by Your compas-sion to watch over me in my weakness. Holding the pierced Feetof Jesus and looking at His Five Wounds, and trusting in HisPrecious Blood and adoring His opened Side and stricken Heart,I implore You, Adorable Spirit, Helper of my infirmity, to keep mein Your grace that I may never sin against You. Give me grace OHoly Spirit, Spirit of the Father and the Son to say to You alwaysand everywhere, “Speak Lord for Your servant heareth.” Amen.

Prayer For The Seven Gifts Of The Holy Spirit

O Lord Jesus Christ Who, before ascending into heaven didpromise to send the Holy Spirit to finish Your work in the soulsof Your Apostles and Disciples, deign to grant the same Holy Spiritto me that He may perfect in my soul, the work of Your grace andYour love. Grant me the Spirit of Wisdom that I may despise theperishable things of this world and aspire only after the thingsthat are eternal, the Spirit of Understanding to enlighten my mindwith the light of Your divine truth, the Spirit of Counsel that I mayever choose the surest way of pleasing God and gaining heaven,the Spirit of Fortitude that I may bear my cross with You and thatI may overcome with courage all the obstacles that oppose mysalvation, the Spirit of Knowledge that I may know God and knowmyself and grow perfect in the science of the Saints, the Spirit ofPiety that I may find the service of God sweet and amiable, and theSpirit of Fear that I may be filled with a loving reverence towardsGod and may dread in any way to displease Him. Mark me, dearLord with the sign of Your true disciples, and animate me in allthings with Your Spirit. Amen.

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ADULT SPIRITUAL GROWTH

Adult Education:The Mystery of God: Who is God and Why He Matters, BishopRobert Barron’s film series, continues this Monday in theUpper Room at 7:15 pm. For information, please emailaidaw@stmaryofsorrows.org.

Easy Access to Formedstmaryofsorrows.formed.org

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION K - 6th

No Class This WeekThere will be no class this week, the week of May 13th, becauseof Mother’s Day. Our last class will be the week of May 20th.

Happy Mother’s Day to all Mothers!

Registration for Faith FormationRegistration for Faith Formation for 2018-19 is Sunday, May 20th,in Farrell Hall from 8:30 am to 12:30 pm. Forms will not beaccepted before this date.

Are You Being Called to Teach Our Children the Faith?

Teaching the faith is a valued and important ministry! Please callAida Willis, 703-978-4141, x129, if you have any questions or tovolunteer.

Vacation Bible School RegistrationMay 20th in Farrell Hall – 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM

Parachuting with the Angels is our theme for 2018! We will be exploring five different Biblestories and learning about angels andtheir different roles. In addition, we willlearn the story of St. Catherine Laboureand the Miraculous Medal. A fun-filled

week is scheduled for July 23rd - 27th.

VBS Volunteers NeededWe need a Faith Station Leader and a Nursery Leader (to look afterthe children 3 and under). Come to a VBS Station Leader/ interestmeeting. Not sure what a station leader does? Come and find outThursday, May 17th, at 7:30 - 8:30 pm in the Religious Ed office.If you have questions, need more information or are ready to volunteer, please contact Meghan Kuhn, the 2018 VBS Co-Director(Meghan@princesstwinkletoes.com).

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION 7th - 8th

Junior High Youth MinistryEmail: maddyL@stmaryofsorrows.org

SERVE 2018: A Jr. High WorkcampJuly 8-11, 2018, All rising 7th-9th graders welcome!

What is SERVE 2018? During the summer, middle school studentsgather from all over the diocese for 3 days packed with communityservice, epic fun, and inspiring opportunities to grow in your rela-tionship with Jesus Christ. It also counts for 30 service hours.This service opportunity is going to be the highlight of your sum-mer! Need more information, or want to sign up? Email Mrs.Maddy to reserve your spot!

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ST. MARY’S PRESCHOOL

Registration for the 2018-2019 School YearOur Preschool welcomes 2½ year olds

through 5 year olds. We have a number of classesto choose what works best for your family. Weencourage you to schedule a visit to thePreschool before registering for the new schoolyear. Please call Miss Michelle in the Preschool

Office, 703-978-4557, to make an appointment for a tour. Registration for the 2018-2019 school year has begun andthere are still a few openings in a couple of our classes. Pleasestop by the Preschool Office for more information.

LEARN, SHARE, LAUGH, GROW EVERY DAY, IN GOD’S WAY

RE RegistrationRegistration for the 2018-2019 RE year will be held in Farrell Hallon May 20th from 8:30 - 12:30 pm. Forms will not be acceptedbefore this date. 7th and 8th grade registration forms are availableon the comeholyspirit.net website. Please fill out both sides of theform and bring it with you. If you are registering for 7th grade, orregistering for the first time with the program, you will need tobring a copy of your child’s baptismal certificate. Also, parents –we are in need of catechists, so please consider volunteering.Thank you!

Monday Meet-UpJoin us Mondays after school in Farrell Hall from 3:00 - 4:00 pmAll 7th-8th graders are invited! We will have snacks, play games,and build up our Christian community. Bring your friends - all arewelcome!

HIGH SCHOOL YOUTH MINISTRY

No Youth Ministry this Sunday, May 13th. Happy Mother’s Day!

SNL: Party to Welcome 8th Graders! Sunday, May 20th 5-8:15 PM

Join us this week for Sunday Night Live! After Mass & dinner, wewill play games and welcome our 8th graders to Youth Ministry. AllHigh School teens and 8th graders are invited!

LEAD Team Tuesday, May 15th, 7:00 PM

LEAD Team provides an opportunity for development and forma-tion of Catholic leadership skills, deepening of one’s prayer lifeand living an intentional and lively relationship with Christ. AllHigh School students invited!

Steubenville Mission TripJune 17th – 24th

Join us this summer to serve those in need in Steubenville, Ohio.We will spend the week on mission serving at different locations inthe area before going to a Steubenville Youth Conference. This isan amazing, life-changing opportunity and all rising ninth gradersthrough seniors are invited! Contact Mark for more info!

CLC (Catholic Life Communities)Guys: Wednesdays from 7:30 to 9:00 pm – Meet at ChurchGirls: Thursdays from 7:30 to 9:00 pm – Meet at Church

Any questions? Contact Mark at marks@stmaryofsorrows.org

PARISH SOCIAL MINISTRY

The Samaritan FundPlease remember those who are financially needy. Donations tothe Samaritan Fund will be used to assist with rent and utilitypayments, and other basic necessities for those less fortunate inour community. Large or small amounts may be placed in thecollection box in the foyer of the Worship Center. If you prefer,you may write a check to Saint Mary’s with ‘Samaritan Fund’ inthe memo line, and leave it in the Parish Office.

Brown Bag SundayPlease take a brown bag and return it next week-end with as many of the listed items as you canbring. Also, please plan to help with pantry re-stocking on Sunday, May 20th, at 1:20 pm. “First you pray for hungry people. Then you feedthem. That’s how prayer works.” Pope Francis

Saint Mary’s Food Pantry MinistrySaint Mary’s is very grateful tothose volunteers who keep thefood pantry functioning. If youare interested in helping with thefood pantry, please contact CarolMayfield, 703-978-4141, x109, or

carolm@stmaryofsorrows.org. The next food collection andpantry restocking Sundays will be May 20th beginning at 1:20pm, in Farrell Hall.

So Others Might Eat (SOME) Volunteers Welcome

St. Mary’s SOME team provides breakfast for needy people in theSOME kitchen in D.C. approximately eight to nine times a year.If you are a morning person and welcome the fellowship thatthis ministry offers, please contact the co-chairs via e-mail atjeffkramer@realfoodamerica.org or lkslack394@gmail.com toindicate your interest. They can provide you with more details.

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Free FDIC Financial Literacy SeriesLearn how to gain control of your finances! Catholic Charitiesand Britepaths is presenting a free comprehensive series for allwho are interested in better managing their finances continueson Tuesdays May 15th, 22nd, 29th and Jun. 5th, from 7:00 –9:00 pm, at St. Theresa Catholic Church, 21370 St. TheresaLane in Ashburn. Attendance is free, and all are welcome,regardless of religious affiliation. For more information or toRSVP, contact mchavez@ccda.net.

“Beloved, if God so loved us, we also must love one another.”1John 4:11

Catholic Charities Welcome Home Re-Entry Program

Catholic Charities is seeking volunteer mentors to serve in its re-entry program as role models and guides to formerly incarcerated,recently released individuals. Help to welcome them home, con-nect them to available resources, and provide positive, caring sup-port so that they can successfully return to the community.Background check and training and ongoing education required.Become acquainted with the challenges facing those leavingjail/prison; receive training working in a one-to-one setting;opportunity to help an individual in transition. Contact SallyO’Dwyer, sodwyer@ccda.net.

HAPPENING IN THE DIOCESE

Sharing HopeSharing Hope, a support group for men and women going throughseparation and divorce, will meet this Friday, May 18th, 8:00 p.m.,at St. Mary’s Historic Church Hall. Our topic will be “Cleaning OutYour Mental Closet”. Newcomers are warmly welcomed and thereis no fee. For further information, directions or encouragement,please call Maureen at 703-978-6318 or check out our website,Google: Sharing Hope, Fairfax, VA.

24th Annual Military Services Memorial MassThe Archdiocese for the Military Services will holdits 24th Annual Memorial Mass on Sunday, May20th, at 4:30 pm, honoring the men and women ofthe Armed Forces. The liturgy will be held at theBasilica of the National Shrine of the ImmaculateConception, 4th Street & Michigan Avenue NE,Washington, DC. The principal celebrant and

homilist will be the Most Reverend Timothy P. Broglio, J.C.D.,Archbishop for the Military Services. Parking is limited and car pool-ing is advised. Military personnel are encouraged to be in uniform.Dress: Civilian, business attire; Military, service dress please. Torequest seating or to obtain additional information, please visit:https://www.milarch.org/memorial-mass/laity-registration/.

Retreat for People Facing a Serious Illness A Retreat for People Facing a Serious Illness will be held at the SanDamiano Spiritual Life Center in White Post, Virginia. The retreatbegins Friday, June 1st, at 1:30 pm and ends on Sunday, June3rd, at 2:30 pm. The retreat team will consist of two priests serv-ing as Spiritual Directors, along with doctors, nurses and helpers.The June retreat theme is “The King of Love My Shepherd Is.” Theretreat has been held in the Diocese of Arlington for the past fortyyears and now is a ministry of Catholic Charities. The retreat isfree for all retreatants. To register for the retreat and for moreinformation, call Catholic Charities at 703-841-3830 or emailretreat@ccda.net.

DONATIONS

Donations for the Week of April 29th

Sunday Collection $32,022.17Building Fund $8,058.00Easter $795.00Capital Improvements $343.00Heat $35.00Additional CollectionsSamaritan Fund $1,361.49Catholic Home Missions $3,109.00Rice Bowl $89.87Diocesan Retired Priests $23.00Catholic Relief Services $20.00

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WEEKLY SCHEDULE

Sun 13 Simple Gifts 6:45am MRMon 14 Mothers’ Group 10:00am OSMH Girl Scout Meeting 6:30pm OSMH Adult Ed/Bible Study 7:00pm UR Vigil Choir Practice 7:30pm WCTues 15 Adult Bible Study 9:45am 8L Boutique 10:00am FH(B) OLPH Rosary Makers 11:30am 6L Cursillo Group Reunion 2:00pm 5L Knights of Columbus 7:00pm OSMH YM Lead Team Meeting 7:00pm FH(F) Bells of St. Mary’s 7:30pm MRWed 16 AA 10:00am OSMH Lord Teach Me to Pray 10:00am 8L Lord Teach Me to Pray 10:00am UR Joyful Noise 7:15pm WC Legion of Mary 7:15 pm 6L Logs of Fire Prayer Group 7:30pm Chapel SMOSCO 7:30pm MR Boys’ CLC 8:00pm 8LThu 17 Prayer Ministry 10:00am HC Women’s Painting Class 10:00am FH YM Worship Nights 7:00pm HC New Spirit Singers 7:30pm WC Boy Scout Troop 697 7:30pm OSMH Marian Singers 7:30pm MR Baptism Class 7:30pm 8L Girls’ CLC 8:15pm 7LFri 18 Practice for First Communion 6:30pm HC Sharing Hope 7:30pm OSMHSat 19 Spanish Class 10:00am 5L RCIC Baptism & First Holy Communion 10:00am HC Spaghetti Dinner 6:00pm FHSun 20 Simple Gifts 6:45am MR RE/VBS Registration 8:30am FH(B) Squire Roses Mothers’ Day Tea 11:30am OSMH Food Pantry Restocking 1:30pm FH HOL Group 3:30pm OSMH YM 5:00pm FH

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