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ST. LEO THE GREAT CHURCH FAIRFAX, VIRGINIA www.stleofairfax.com May 3, 2015

We also know there is a sweeping sentiment in our

culture which rejects this truth and proposes to

redefine and extend the meaning of marriage to other

types of relationships. Such a shift threatens the

common good, especially the good of children.

At this time, I ask you first and foremost to

pray that the beauty of authentic married love will

inspire many to protect it. Pray for our civil leaders,

our lawmakers and fellow citizens, that all might build

a society that serves the common good and respects

God’s design for sexual difference. Pray also, for the

grace to strengthen your own marriages and take steps

to work towards protecting your family life…..

For more information and resources about

God’s unique design for marriage, visit

www.marriageuniqueforareason.org, a website

provided by the United States Conference of Catholic

Bishops.

…... keeping you in daily prayer, I remain

Faithfully in the Heart of Christ,

Most Reverend Paul S. Loverde

Bishop of Arlington

Dear Friends,

Due to a "glitch" I was not able print the following

le�er from our Bishop in the bulle�n earlier. Even though

delayed a few days, the teaching of Jesus Christ is always

�mely. He gives to us the truth ever ancient and ever new.

We live in a �me of great darkness but we live also with an

awareness that Jesus Christ has conquered all as we will if

we remain faithful to Him. The devil is a liar and a

murderer. Let us not be deceived. True compassion - the

compassion of Jesus always begins with the challenge to

recognize sin and then a+er receiving absolu�on - to go

and sin no more. We must conform our lives to Christ. In

this way - and only in this way will we be truly free.

In Christ,

Rev. David A. Whitestone, Pastor

Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,

In a radio address during World Youth Day in

Brazil, Pope Francis remarked, “Not only would I say

that the family is important for the evangelization of

the new world. The family is important, and it is

necessary for the survival of humanity. Without the

family, the cultural survival of the human race would

be at risk. The family, whether we like it or not, is the foundation” (Pope Francis, Radio Catedral, July 27, 2013).

We know, too, that the foundation of the family

is marriage - the lifelong, exclusive union of one man

and one woman. As the USCCB has noted, “Only a

man and a woman—at every level of their identity:

biological, physiological, emotional, social, spiritual—

are capable of authentically speaking the language of

married love, that is, the language of total self-gift,

open to the gift of the other and the gift of life” (“Sexual

Difference,” www.marriageuniqueforareason.org)

Ecumenical Memorial Service for those who have

lost children through miscarriage, stillbirth, abortion,

or infant death Divine Mercy Care and Tepeyac Family Center invite you to attend our Annual Memorial Service

on Saturday, May 9, at 7:00 pm at Saint Leo. The

Ecumenical Memorial Service is for those who have lost

a child through miscarriage, ectopic pregnancy,

premature birth, stillbirth, abortion, or infant death. This

prayer service honors life and provides an opportunity for

healing through scriptural readings, personal reflections,

music, and recognition of infants who have passed away.

All who suffered a loss, family and friends, are invited to

attend. For additional information, please call 703-934-

5552 or email [email protected].

FIFTH SUNDAY OF EASTER

Monday Acts 14:5-18; Jn 14:21-26 Tuesday Acts 14:19-28; Jn 14:27-31a Wednesday Acts 15:1-6; Jn 15:1-8 Thursday Acts 15:7-21; Jn 15:9-11 Friday Acts 15:22-31; Jn 15:12-17 Saturday Acts 16:1-10; Jn 15:18-21 Sunday Acts 10:25-26, 34-35, 44-48;

1 Jn 4:7-10; Jn 15:9-17

MASS INTENTIONS

May 4 through May 10

Mon.: 6:15 Mary Adams 9:00 Antonio Sinon Tues.: 6:15 Kathryn Cotner 9:00 Alberto Zavoli Wed.: 6:15 Allen Dobey 9:00 Roland Pepin Thurs.: 6:15 Mary Adams 9:00 Vincent Bateman Fri.: 6:15 Rosario Misterio 9:00 Stephanie Jagiello Sat.: 9:00 Wanda Downey 5:00 Mothers’ Day Novena Sun.: 7:30 Mothers’ Day Novena 9:00 For The Parish 11:00 Mothers’ Day Novena 1:00 Mothers’ Day Novena 5:00 Mothers’ Day Novena

In addition to the regular schedule of Masses, Mass has been offered for the following intentions: Carl Thorn, Special Intention, Lydia Raynor, Special Intention, Claire Sheehan.

BAPTISM CLASS IS MANDATORY at Saint Leo. The next class is Tuesday, May 12th at 7:30 pm in the St. Mark room. Please call the rectory office (703-273-5369) to register.

Low Gluten Hosts are available for those who need them.

Please inform the sacristan before Mass begins.

The second collection next weekend will be

The Pastor’s Option Parish Special Needs collection. Please be generous.

—Please remember in your prayers the repose of the souls of the faithful departed, especially: Albert Litschgi, father of Kathleen Litschgi; Renold Beck, parishioner. —We ask you to remember those in need of our

daily prayers.

Naturalization Workshop Volunteers Catholic Charities -Hogar Immigrant Services is seeking Naturalization Workshop Volunteers for our May 23rd naturalization workshop to be held at Saint Leo. Attorney and non-attorney volunteers are needed to help clients fill out applications for U.S. citizenship. No previous experience or foreign language skills necessary. Training is provided the morning of the workshop. Email [email protected] or call 571-208-1572 ext. 102.

FRASSATI FAIRFAX Under the patronage of

Bl. Giorgio Frassati, we are a community of young adults (20's-30's, singles and couples) who are striving to deepen our faith, serve the community, and evangelize the culture, all

while enjoying coffee and outdoors-y activities. UPCOMING EVENTS: May 4: Meet in the vestibule of the Church at 7:00 pm every Monday. Come for a fun run and prayer around Fairfax City. All skill levels welcome! Friday, May 22—Saturday May 23: Memorial Weekend Backpacking! Join us for backpacking and Sunday Vigil Mass in the mountains of West VA. See our Facebook page for these events and more! Find us on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/groups/FrassatiFairfax/. Follow us on Twitter: @FrassatiFairfax For more Info, contact us at: [email protected].

BLESSING OF PARENTS TODAY, May 3rd On the 1st

Sunday of each month, Saint Leo parish offers a blessing for Expectant and Adopting Parents in support of life & family. The blessing will take place after the 9am Mass in the church. Parents in any stage of pregnancy or the adoption process are invited. Mini-Retreat/Evening of Recollection for Women All women are invited to a silent Mini-Retreat/Evening of Recollection for Women at St. Leo on May 5th, 7:30-9:30 pm. Sponsored by Opus Dei. Two meditations, a talk and Confession available. It’s an opportunity to increase awareness of our need to deepen our spiritual life. For questions or more info, call Peggy: 703-620-4945.


ADULT FAITH FORMATION

Faith & Food at P.J. Skidoos

Please join us on Monday, May 4th at 7 pm, for an evening of fellowship and lively discussion over dinner (appetizers on us!). Be sure to bring your friends! All ages

are welcome! To suggest topics or submit questions you would like answered, please contact Carolyn: [email protected], 703-273-7277.

Pilgrimage to Italy sponsored by St. Leo the Great's Adult Faith Formation Travel with Fr. Matthew DeForest and Carolyn Smith to Rome, Tuscany, Florence, Siena, Orvieto, Milan, Sordevolo, and Turin. See the

Holy Shroud in Turin which will not be on display again until 2025! The trip will be from June 3 – 13, 2015. ALL inclusive price is $3,999.00. This includes airfare, all hotels, breakfasts, dinners (including red and white wine), tips, entrances, and private guide. Mass will be celebrated daily. To register, please contact Proximo Travel at 855-842-8001 or 508- 340-9370. You can also register online at: www.proximotravel.com. You can see an online brochure at www.stleofairfax.com.

For more information, please contact Carolyn at [email protected] or 703-273-5369.

A VOCATION VIEW

“Let us love, not in word or speech, but in truth and action.” Are you being called to love the Lord and His people as a priest, deacon, sister or brother? Love demands truth and action. Call Father J.D. Jaffe at 703-841-2514 or write:

[email protected].

Saint Leo the Great

Catholic School

invites interested parents to visit the

school and learn what makes us a National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence

Applications for the current school year are available in the school office. You may stop by to pick one up during school hours, 8:00 am-3:00 pm or access forms on our website at: www.saintleothegreatschool.org/Admissions.

Applications for the 2015-2016 school year are available. Join us for an Open House at 10 am on May 27, or call the school office to make an appointment for a tour 703-273-1211.

Financial Aid packets available upon request.

PLEASE NOTE: Saint Leo parishioners receive preferential status in Pre-School through eighth grade applications.

In-parish families must be registered.

Saint Leo School 7th Annual Golf Tournament and Silent Auction May 22 at Westfields Golf Club in Clifton. Each spring, St. Leo School PTO hosts a golf tournament open to all golfers, school

parents, parishioners, friends, sponsors and relatives! Funds raised by the tournament benefit the school’s Technology Fund. If you would like to sponsor the event or make a donation, please contact Susan Gledhill, PTO President, at [email protected] or 202-316-1814, or Jean Mancuso, Golf Auction Chair, at 703-300-4452 or [email protected], or contact our school directly at 703-273-1211. Thank you for your support!

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED to HELP SAVE LIVES A WOMAN’S CHOICE CRISIS PREGNANCY CENTER in Falls Church is in need of volunteers, English speaking and Bilingual. The only requirement is that one is morally supportive of Humana Vitae and can give 3 - 4 hours of time each week. We have positions available for counselors, clothing sorters & people to drive clients to pre-natal appointments. A training and information session will be held Saturday, May 16th, 9:30-11:30am. For information, please contact Dolores Wisecarver at 703-538-4305 or email: [email protected].

LUNCH N' LIFE Are You 50 or Better? Please join us for the next Lunch N’ Life sponsored by the Shepherd’s Center of Fairfax-Burke on Thursday, May 21(12-2 pm) at St. Mary of Sorrows Catholic Church, 5222 Sideburn Rd, Fairfax. Program will feature Mr. Knox Singleton CEO of INOVA Health Systems speaking on Current Health Issues. RSVP by May 15th to Faye Quesenberry: 703-620-0161. Cost: $10; checks payable to SCFB. If transportation is needed, call the SCFB office 703-323-4788. Visit www.scfbva.org for more information.

THEOLOGY ON TAP MONDAY, MAY 11 at O'Sullivan's Irish Pub (3207 Washington Blvd., across from St. Charles Borromeo) All adults -

ages 21-39 - single & married of all faith backgrounds are welcome! MONDAY, May 11: Kirsten Evans & Jordan Allott + live music by dont panic! 7:30 pm Talk + Q&A to follow; 9pm- Live Music. Questions? Contact Erin Healy at 703- 841-2549 or [email protected].


8th

GRADE WELCOME night! All rising ninth graders

are invited to a!end our High school youth

night TONIGHT!!! Join us for free dinner, games, and

community. We meet in the St. Leo Gym from 6-8:00pm The

night’s topic is: "Praying through music." Bring a friend!

Girls CLC is this week, Monday, May 4, 7:30-9pm. Each week

we break open the Gospels and reflect on scripture. Having

tea par�es and ea�ng cupcakes are part of the weekly fun!

Interested? Contact Laura Benne�: [email protected]

Boys CLC is this week! Join us Wednesday, May 6, from 7:30-

9pm. Each week we break open the Gospels and reflect on

scripture. Playing ul�mate frisbee, board games, or jamming

out are part of the weekly fun! Interested? Contact Erik Teter

at [email protected]

Middle School "Thursday Takeovers" HIS WEEK!!!!! Thursday, May 7, 3:30-

5:00pm. Join us for games, snacks and prayer! All 6th

-8th

graders are welcome!

Save the Date for the last ON FIRE for Spring 2015- Saturday,

May 16. Meet for 5:00pm Mass, followed by Dinner,

Dodgeball Tournament and a Bonfire!

Mark your Calendars for JUNIOR HIGH WORKCAMP! Open to

all rising 7th

-rising 9th

grade students. July 22-25. We are in

need of adults who are fully compliant with the requirements

of the Diocesan Office for the Protection of Children/Young

People to be crew leaders! Email Melissa for more

informa�on. Registra�on now available.

Volunteer! Do you have a heart for youth ministry? We are

looking for YOU! We are in need of adult volunteers with

hearts on fire for Christ! Must be at least 21 years of age,

and must be fully compliant with the requirements of the

Diocesan Office for the Protection of Children/Young People.

We need volunteers for both our High School and Middle

School Youth Ministry Programs.

Questions? Email Erik or Melissa at [email protected]

Religious Education News

First Communion Mass for children scheduled for Saturday, May 9 will be at 11am. Children should arrive no later than 10:15am at the school. (Enter through Religious Education office door.) Rehearsal will be Thursday, May 7 at 6:45 pm. Children should meet in the school at 6:45 pm.

Religious Education Office: 703-273-4868

Father Diamond Council

Events & Calendar

Meetings – 2nd and 4

th Tuesdays

8:00 PM Providence Hall

5/3 KofC State Annual Meeting – Richmond, VA 5/5 Officers/Chairmen Meeting Providence Hall 7:30 5/9 Rosary to End Abortion – 8:00 in front of Our Lady of Providence Statue 5/16 Antique Car Show Concessions—City Hall 5/24 Family Picnic—Providence Hall

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KOVAR – “Tootsie Roll” campaign June 4 thru June 7

Contact Matt West - 703-359-4652 to volunteer ——————-

Join the Knights – Contact Vince Wilson – 703-218-3432

Food Pantry Request: Powdered milk, flour, cooking oils/sprays, fragrance free baby wipes, jam, sugar/sugar substitutes, canned fruit, hash for seniors, rice/quinoa/couscous.

No expired food or jumbo service food cans.

May Pantry Distribution: Wednesday, May 20: 6pm-8pm Saturday, May 23: 9am - noon

We are here. Putting smiles on faces. Showing our brothers & sisters what love looks like. Feeding the hungry. Helping to restore lives and picking up the pieces. Looking out for the less fortunate. Sharing stories of God's goodness. "It's not about how much you're giving. It's about the heart you are giving it with" Enjoy God's blessings. Volunteer:703/352-3509.

Archdiocese for the Military Services 20th Annual Memorial Mass Join in prayer with the Archdiocese for the Military Services, USA, to honor the men and women who are serving or have served in the Armed Forces at the 20th Annual Memorial Mass on the Fifth Sunday of Easter, May 18, at 4:30 pm in the Great Upper Church of the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Washington, D.C. The principal celebrant and homilist will be Archbishop Timothy P. Broglio. Military personnel are encouraged to wear service dress uniform; civilians are asked to wear business attire. Holy Mass: Our Greatest Treasure Understanding the Richness of the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass Saturday, June 13, 8am– 5pm. The Teenage Enrichment for the Apostles of Mary (T.E.A.M. Retreat) is sponsored by the Legion of Mary to be held at Holy Trinity Jubilee Park Inc. (4407 Aldie Road, Catharpin) Open to all Catholics ages 12 - 18. Come and join us for an exciting day with holy Mass, Benediction, Confession, Eucharistic Procession, uplifting talks, skits, & three hours of exciting activities. The speakers are: Rev. Francis Peffley and Rev. Joseph Bergida. Fee: $35/person, $70/family ($45 for late registration after June 5) Refreshments included. Bring a bag lunch, water and rosary. Participants will have opportunities to meet new friends, have fun, learn strong Catholic values, and more particularly, be drawn closer to God. Mark your calendar and register early. For info, call Dr. Seggy Acosta: 703-392-6420, Nancy Grenier: 703-869-0040 or Sandy Witter: 703-266-3534, or visit www.holytrinityjubileepark for registration forms.


Horarios e Información

Santas Misas:

Español: domingos a la 1:00 pm Inglés: sábados–5 pm (Vigilia), domingos–7:30, 9, 11:00, 5pm

Confesiones en español: Los domingos desde las 12:00pm a 12:50pm. Bautizos: Preparación- llamar a Carlos Cea: 703-836-2139. RCIA Para Adultos: Domingos 11:00am-12:15pm, Salón Juan en el Centro Parroquial. Para información, llamar al Diácono José López, 703-222-7704. Matrimonio: Todo Católico que desee contraer matrimonio debe contactar la parroquia por lo menos seis meses antes del evento. Para mayor información comunicarse con Diacono Jose Lopez 703-222-7704. Catequesis Para Niños y Jóvenes: domingos 11– 12:30. Llamar a: 703-273-4868. Sacramentos para Estudiantes de Secundaria: llamar a la Oficina de Jovenes al teléfono 703-591-6089, ó email a [email protected]. Legion de Maria: sabado 5:00—6:30 pm ó domingo 11 am—12:30 pm. Información: Virginia Pierson —[email protected]

Para mas información, llamar al Diacono José López 703-222-7704.

Este 23 de Mayo abogados de Caridades Catolicas Hogar Immigrant Services estarán acá llenando la aplicación de ciudadanía. El costo es $40 dólares y eso incluye la consulta con el abogado, llenar la aplicación, las fotografías y el envío por correo certificado. Usted tiene que traer su tarjeta de residencia y todos sus pasaportes. Si tiene preguntas llamar al 571-208-1572 extensión 106 ó ir a hogarciudadania.org Grupo Divina Misericordia y Compasión ¿Conoce a alguien que se encuentre solo y enfermo? ¿Sabe de alguien que necesite de la palabra de Dios y de la compañía de miembros de su iglesia? Un grupo de personas de nuestra parroquia visita a los miembros de la comunidad que se encuentran enfermos en los hospitales ó en sus casas. Se brinda oraciones y compañía a todas aquellas personas delicadas de salud. Tambien un ministro le puede traer comunión ó puede pedir que un sacerdote le visite para recibir los sacramentos. Por favor llamen a Gilma Orozco al 571-238-6634. Estudio Bíblico: Gálatas- Liberados para Vivir una Vida Plena El grupo de estudio bíblico todos los viernes de 7:30-9:00pm en el salón San Juan. Estamos comenzando un nuevo estudio sobre la Carta a los Gálatas. Personas que no estuvieron en la sesión anterior que deseen integrarse lo pueden hacer, el costo de material es $10. Para mayor información contactar a Gustavo y Sandra Solares 703-346-0409. Hora Santa: Jesus nos dijo ¿No puedes acompañarme por una hora? El grupo de oración de la parroquia los invita a una Hora de Adoración delante del Santísimo normalmente todos lo últimos sábados del més. La próxima hora santa será el 30 de mai. Grupo de Oración Sábados 6-8:30pm, Salon de Nuestra Sra de La Guadalupe. Información: Jose Ferrufino: 703-250-1343.

“No amemos solamente de palabra; amemos de verdad y con las obras”. ¿Estás siendo llamado a amar al señor y a su pueblo como un sacerdote, diácono, hermano o hermana? El amor exige verdad y acción. Llama al Padre J.D. Jaffe al (703) 841-2514 o escribele

a: [email protected]

GED: Los domingos de 2:30 a 4:00pm en el salón Guadalupe

Summer Theology Courses at Christendom Graduate School Online courses run from May 4 - August 15. The 6 week session for on-campus courses runs from June 22 – August 1. We welcome both degree-seeking and casual students, on either a part-time or full-time basis. We have low tuition rates and discounts for seniors, catechists, and Catholic school teachers. WE ALSO HAVE LIVE AND PRE-RECORDED ONLINE COURSES. For more information, please visit www.christendom.edu/grad, call 703.658.4304, or email us at [email protected].

‘Looking for Christ’ – A Spiritual Retreat Join us for a weekend-long St. Ignatian Retreat at the San Damiano Spiritual Life Center in White Post, Virginia, in the heart of the Shenandoah Valley. The purpose of this retreat is to bring us into an encounter with Christ who heals our wounds, cleanses our hearts and engages us in an ever deeper relationship with Him. The retreat is from June 26 to June 28 and will be led by Fr. Julian Elizalde, S.J., of the Christian Life Community. To register or for more info, visit http://www.arlingtondiocese.org/eventsdetails.aspx?Pageid=5049&id=8306&dt=6/26/2015.

EDUCACIÓN RELIGIOSA

5/9 (Sabado): Primera Comunion (asignados segun la clase). Nos reuniremos en la escuela a las 10:15am; Santa Misa sera a las 11:00am. 5/7 (Jueves): Ensayo de la Primera Comunion

(nos reuniremos en la escuela a las 6:45pm.)

Race for Seminarians Run the Marine Corps Marathon/10K

on October 25 to support the future priests of the

Arlington Diocese! Runners and walkers of all experience

levels are welcome. For more info on joining the Race for

Seminarians team, visit www.arlingtonvoca�ons.org.

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