September 16, 2012 - St. Leo the Great Catholic Church | Fairfax

ST. LEO THE GREAT CHURCH
FAIRFAX, VIRGINIA
www.stleofairfax.com
September 16, 2012
NEW PARISH WEBSITE
www.stleofairfax.com
Dear Friends,
Aer many meengs and much thought and work, I am able to announce our new parish website. For a number of
years I have considered the need to update our site aesthecally as well as funconally. I wish to thank Fr. Baez, Deacon
Dave Maurer, Jeff Stevens, and Chris Wieczorek for the many hours which have gone into the planning and execuon of
this project. Thanks to Tamara Halstead for her professional assistance.
I wish to express deep gratude to Kevin McGrail who has for many years generously hosted our old website. I am
truly thankful for his dedicated service to our parish in this regard.
Of special note are the new email addresses for the parish staff. Each address begins with the first inial and last
name of the staff member followed by @stleofairfax.com.
As with all new endeavors of this kind, there are bound to be a few unexpected “glitches” (and a few which are
expected). It is my hope that as these are resolved, our new website will be a great resource not only for praccal
informaon concerning parish acvies but for deepening our understanding of the Catholic Faith and the spreading of the
Good News of Jesus Christ.
In Christ,
Rev. David A. Whitestone, Pastor
TWENTY-FOURTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
—Please remember in your prayers the repose of the
souls of the faithful departed, especially: Anna Marie
Thompson, aunt of Jenny Wise.
—We ask you to remember those in need of our
daily prayers, especially: Mary Cecilia Loyko.
Welcome Home Are you or someone you know
questioning or struggling to accept some aspect of Church
teachings, feeling unable to participate in the Church,
or that the Catholic faith is irrelevant? Welcome Home is an
opportunity for Catholics to find answers and support in a
respectful, welcoming setting. The group will meet twice a
month on Sunday evenings, starting October 14th. Each
session will include a brief talk, small group discussions,
and opportunities for private individual meetings. We are all
on a journey to our true home, and we need each other.
Please come, and invite any Catholic who is questioning
or away from the Church to find the answers for which they
are looking. For more information, please contact Deacon
Dave Maurer or Carolyn Smith at 703-273-5369.
AMISH COUNTRY TRIP: (Sponsored by
Saint
Leo
Columbiettes)
Thursday,
September 27th. Bus leaves Saint Leo 7:15
am, returns approx. 7pm. Trip includes bus
transportation, meal at an authentic Old Order Amish Farm,
bus driver’s gratuity. Bus will stop at a shopping area in
Intercourse, PA after dinner. $60 reserves your seat! Seats
are limited so please reserve now. Please call Ann with
questions or for additional information: 703-352-2724.
Spaghetti Dinner at Paul VI Catholic High School (10675
Fairfax Blvd., Fairfax) Tuesday, Sept. 18th, 5:30-7:30pm.
Donations will be accepted to defray costs of our mission trip to
Mexico in June 2013. Students will travel with Family Missions
Company to work in the village of General Cepeda to help
poor families & perform charitable works. Please RSVP with
number attending & requested reservation time to
campusministry@paulvi.net or call 703-352-0925 x330
St. Leo Adult Bible Study group began our 2012-13 study on
Thursday, September 13th at 7:30 pm, in the St. Matthew
Room, Parish Hall. The group continues to meet on the 2nd &
4th Thursdays each month. Drawing on what we've learned
about Christianity's roots in Judaism and the Hebrew
Scriptures, we will begin with the Messianic prophecies of
Isaiah, and then proceed to a study of Matthew. Participants
are encouraged to obtain a copy of The Navarre Bible edition
of St. Matthew. Call Norma Jo Shore: 703-978-3361 for details.
Italian language classes offered by St. Mary of
Sorrows Italian Heritage Society at Saint Leo will resume
September 17th. Beginner & intermediate levels offered. For
information contact Lucio D'Andrea: 703-978-7896 or
luciodandrea@verizon.net .
Atlantic City Trip Monday, October 15th to the
Tropicana. Cost $48. Depart St. Leo 6am, return
10pm. You will receive $20 return and a free buffet.
Coffee, donuts, movie and BINGO! on the bus. Sponsored by
St. Leo Columbiettes. Call Flo Hogan: 703-280-2343.
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
1 Cor 11:17-26, 33; Lk 7:1-10
1 Cor 12:12-14, 27-31a; Lk 7:11-17
1 Cor 12:31-13:13; Lk 7:31-35
1 Cor 15:1-11; Lk 7:36-50
Eph 4:1-7, 11-13; Mt 9:9-13
1 Cor 15:35-37, 42-49; Lk 8:4-15
Wis 2:12, 17-20; Jas 3:16-4:3;
Mk 9:30-37
MASS INTENTIONS
September 17 through September 23
Mon.:
6:15
9:00
Ethel Varholy
Albert Gaudreault
Tues.:
6:15
9:00
Clarence Nevin Mitzel
Celina Rodgriguez
Wed.:
6:15
9:00
Al and Irene Demuth
Special Intention
Thurs.:
6:15
9:00
Clarence Nevin Mitzel
Doris Pishock Watkins
Fri.:
6:15
9:00
Clarence Nevin Mitzel
Special Intention
Sat.
9:00
5:00
Fred Alimusa
Charles and Mary Seed
Sun.:
7:30
9:00
11:00
1:00
5:00
Benefactors of St. Vincent dePaul
John Avila
For the Parish
Bienvenida Lobo
Mrs. Curran
In addition to the regular schedule of Masses, Mass has been
offered for the following intentions: Dr. Rosemary Powers,
Camilla Lucilla Balbero, Jack and Jean Green, Harry Allen.
BAPTISM CLASS IS MANDATORY
at Saint Leo. The next class is Tuesday, October 9th
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.
Please note that the Fairfax City and Fairfax County
voter registration deadlines are October 15.
ST. LEO THE GREAT CHURCH
FAIRFAX, VIRGINIA
www.stleofairfax.com
September 16, 2012
A VOCATION VIEW
ADULT FAITH FORMATION
“Who do you say that I am?” The One who calls is
the Messiah, the Son of the living God. Will you
follow Him as a priest, deacon, brother or sister?
Call Father Brian Bashista: 703-841-2514, or
write: b.bashista@arlingtondiocese.org.
Faith & Food at P.J. Skidoos
EUCHARISTIC ADORATION AT PAUL VI
CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Please join us for all
day Adoration on Thursdays 8am—2pm each
week. Sign up for your time slot by calling Campus Ministry:
703-352-0925 Ext #330. We welcome you to spend some
quiet time with our Lord in the school Chapel. We are
excited to open this to all members of our community.
Because of the nature of our rotating schedule, it is nearly
impossible for teachers and students to make a regular
weekly commitment to Adore Jesus. We are calling on you
to come and pray with the Paul VI faith community. All are
welcome and encouraged to join us. Please visit or call
Campus Ministry: 703-352-0925 Ext #330 or email
campusministry@paulvi.net to sign up for a time slot.
Paul VI Catholic High School extends an invitation to all 7th
and 8th graders to Junior High Night Under the Lights on
Friday, September 21st at 6:00PM. Free Food, Fun, Tee
shirts and varsity football. Contact ehanley@paulvi.net for
more information.
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 are available for pickup at the school office
from 8am to 12 noon, and on the school
website: www.saintleothegreatschool.org
All completed applications, with copies of
supporting documents, may be sent
through the mail or hand-carried to the
school between the hours of 9am and
2pm. Financial Aid packets are also
available upon request. In the event of inclement weather,
please check the website, or call the school office, 703-273
-1211 for information.
Applications available:
www.saintleothegreatschool.org.
PLEASE NOTE: Saint Leo parishioners receive preferential
status in Pre-School through eighth grade applications.
In-parish families must be registered.
Join your parish priests at P.J. Skidoos, 9908
Fairfax Boulevard Fairfax, on October 15, at 7:00 pm, for
an evening of fellowship and lively discussion over dinner
(appe"zers on us!). We will be in a larger space, so be sure
to bring your friends! All ages are welcome! We will also
meet on Nov. 12 & Dec. 10. To suggest topics or submit
ques"ons you would like to have answered, contact Carolyn:
carolynsmith.stleos@gmail.com or 703-273-7277.
Rite of Christian Initiation and Adult Confirmation
Classes for the Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults (RCIA)
and for those seeking Confirmation will begin again on
September 19th. If you, or someone you know, is interested
in learning more about the Catholic faith, or in becoming a
Catholic, please join us! Any adult wishing to receive the
Sacrament of Confirmation will need to attend the RCIA
classes beginning in the Fall. Watch the bulletin for info.
For addi"onal informa"on regarding any of the above
events, please contact Carolyn Smith:
carolynsmith.stleos@gmail.com or 703-273-5369.
Calling all interested in serving God by praising Him in song.
Please consider serving your church by joining the Music
Ministry. If you have been thinking about singing with us…..
There are three choirs for adults:
Traditional Choir: sings for the 11am Mass on Sunday
mornings September - June. They also prepare music for Holy
Days, Confirmation, Christmas Midnight Mass, Holy Week, &
various other celebrations where music is needed throughout
the year. The choir rehearses Wednesday evening from 7:30 –
9pm in the St. Cecilia room. 1st rehearsal Wed., Aug. 29th.
Contemporary Choir returned to the 9am Mass August 26th
under the direction of Ann LaBarge. This choir rehearses
Thursday evening in the St. Cecilia music room at 7:30pm.
Gregorian Schola under the direction of Bob Adams, sings at
the 7:30am Mass on the 1st Sunday of the month. They meet
Thursday evening in the Rectory basement from 7 – 8pm.
Choirs for the Youth of St. Leo:
Youth Choir accepting new members in grades 3–6.
Rehearsals are on Tuesday afternoon from 4:30 – 5:30pm or
on Wednesday afternoon from 3 – 4pm. The Youth choir will
alternate singing at the 5pm Saturday Mass & the 11am
Sunday Mass. Rehearsals began the week of Sept 10th.
NEW YOUNG ADULT CHOIR for those in entering 7th grade
thru high school. Rehearsals will be on Tuesday evening from
7–8pm. The first rehearsal will be on September 18th. This
group will begin singing at the 5pm Saturday Mass two
Saturdays per month.
For more information about joining any of our choirs or to
register for the youth or young adult choir, please contact
Lorraine Neill, Director of Music at 703-273-4682 or
Lorraine.neill@gmail.com.
TWENTY-FOURTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
Religious Education News
9/20
2012 CONFIRMATION RETREAT PARENT
MEETING For students receiving Confirmation in
November. Guadalupe Room 7-8:30 pm
Please call Erik Teter for more info: at 703-591-6089.
9/27
Confirmation team leader meeting 7pm Guadalupe room
10/8
NO CCD classes today
10/13 Girls Confirmation retreat- Call Erik Teter: 703-591-6089
10/16
Confirmation Parent meeting for Confirmation 2013
10/20 Boys Confirmation retreat- Call Erik Teter: 703-591-6089
10/30
First Communion Parent meeting 7pm in the Gym
Religious Education Office:
703-273-4868
2013 Entertainment Books 1000s of $$ of discounts
from local & national restaurants, hotels, theaters &
other activities. Fr. Diamond Council, K of C, is selling
the books for $30 each. Use now! Books are valid
until Nov. 2013. Available at KofC Breakfasts or call
David Todd: 703-352-2724 or email datodd@verizon.net.
Copies also at rectory office 8-4, Mon-Fri.
The Columbiettes, the Ladies’ Auxiliary for the Fr. Diamond
Council Knights of Columbus, is hosting a CRAFT FAIR at St.
Leo on Sunday, October 21st (8am- 3pm). We are now
accepting registrations from vendors interested in renting booth
space for this fair. Contact Linda Baringhaus at 703-385-9455
or columbiettes6292@yahoo.com for registration information.
Join Ave Maria Trips on the stately Norwegian Dawn cruise
ship as they celebrate 10 years of cruising. The journey begins
January 27, 2013 in Tampa, Florida. Our 7 day cruise will stop
in Roatan, Belize, Costa Maya, and Cozumel. Cruise hosted by
Anthony Buono, author of Would You Date You? and founder
of Ave Maria Singles. Fr. Thomas G. Morrow, author of Be
Holy, will serve as chaplain. Visit avemariatrips.com or email
info@avemariatrips.com for more information. Registration
deadline is September 30, 2012.
Insurance Counseling 703-324-5851 • TTY 703-4491186 Virginia Insurance Counseling and Assistance
Program (VICAP) provides free confidential insurance
counseling to older adults about Medicare, Medicare Part D,
health plans, Medigap insurance & long term care insurance.
Nursing Homes and Assisted Living 703-324-7948 • TTY
703-449-1186 Helps people who need a nursing home or
assisted living facility.
Food pantry distribution:
Wed., Sept. 19, 6pm - 8pm
The High School Youth Ministry Fall Kick-Off LUAU
is Sunday, Sept. 16th, outside St. Leo school gym.
Come immediately following the 5:00pm Mass.
Open to 9th - 12th grade high school students. We will meet
every Sunday from 6-8pm!
To register for high school youth group/RCIT please visit our
website at www.stleosyouth.com.
Are you an adult who has a desire to do rela*onal ministry
with Junior High or High School age youth? We're looking for
YOU! We need adult volunteers willing to help with our
Youth Nights this school year. Contact Erik or Melissa:
stleosyouth@gmail.com
Our next Girls CLC meeng is Monday, Sept. 17th. Each week
we break open the Gospel, enjoy cupcakes, & have
AWESOME conversaons as we grow deeper in our faith. 7:30
-9:00 pm, Youth Room. All Confirmed High School Girls are
Invited!
Our next Boy’s CLC mee*ng is Wednesday Sept. 19th. We
start with an epic game of ulmate Frisbee! Join us for a night
of fun & growing deeper in your faith. 7:30-9:00pm. All
Confirmed High School Boys are Invited!
To learn more about CLC’s (Catholic Life Communi"es) visit
our website: stleosyouth.com
Middle School Students: Your Friday Nights just got
AWESOME. This Friday, September 21 is called #Word of the
Lord: Scripture in Your Everyday Life. We meet from 7 to
9pm in the Guadalupe Room every Friday. Open to grades 68. An evening of games, crazy fun, and faith! ?s or Looking
to volunteer? Email Melissa: stleosyouth@gmail.com.
Registra*on Forms found online at stleosyouth.com
Parents of 8th Graders who will receive the Sacrament of
Confirma.on this year: We will have a meeng regarding the
Confirmaon Retreat on Thursday, September 20th at 7:00pm
in the Guadalupe Room. We will discuss opportunies to
connue their faith formaon in high school through the
Youth Ministry program.
Want to stay updated on youth events? Visit our website for calendar
& registration. http://www.stleosyouth.com.
Father Diamond Council
Events & Calendar
Meetings – 2nd and 4th Tuesdays
8:00 PM
Providence Hall
9/23
Parish Breakfast Returns After 7:30 & 9 AM Masses
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Join the Knights of Columbus. Call Pat McGuire 703-218-2986
ST. LEO THE GREAT CHURCH
FAIRFAX, VIRGINIA
www.stleofairfax.com
Tau Fraternity Open House You are invited to meet the
Secular Franciscans. The Third Order Secular Franciscans is
an order within the Catholic Church, not a club or organization.
The SFO are members of local fraternities who recognize that
they are called to follow Christ in the footsteps of Saint
Francis. Brothers and Sisters of these fraternities, led by the
spirit, strive for perfect charity in their own secular state.
Sunday, 7 October, 1pm, St Joseph Catholic Church Meeting
Rm 205 (750 Peachtree St., Herndon.) For info, contact Bill
Bouffard, Tau Minister: bilbouf@cesmail.net, or 703-437-6465.
SHARING HOPE, a support group for men and women going
through separation & divorce, will meet this Friday, September
21, 8:00 pm, at St. Mary of Sorrows Historic Church Hall, off
Rte 123. The topic will be “How to Handle the Stigma of
Divorce.” Newcomers are warmly welcomed and there is no
fee. For further information, directions or encouragement, call
Barbara at 703-425-5467 or Maureen at 703-978-6318.
Horarios e Información
Santas Misas:
Español:
Inglés:
domingos a la 1:00 pm
sábados–5 pm (Vigilia),
domingos–7:30, 9, 11:00, 5pm
Confesiones en español: Todos los viernes a las 7pm
Todos los sábados de 3:30 a 5:00pm. Los domingos desde
las 12:00pm a 12:50pm.
Bautizos: Preparación- llamar a Carlos Cea: 703-8362139 ó Padre Ramon: 703-273-5369.
RCIA Para Adultos: domingos 10:30 am—12pm Salon
Juan al lado de la iglesia. Para información, llamar al
Diacono Jose Lopez 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 el Padre Ramon al 703-273-5369.
Grupo de Jóvenes: domingos 2:30–5pm—
Información: Tomas Reyes 703- 677–2335.
Catequesis Para Niños y Jóvenes: domingos 11–
12:30. Llamar a Lee Cena: 703-273-4868.
Catequesis para Niños especiales ó sordos:
domingos 11:00am—12:30pm
Información - Lee Cena: 703-273-4868.
Sacramentos para Estudiantes de Secundaria:
llamar a la Oficina de Jovenes al teléfono 703-591-6089, ó
email a youth@stleos.com.
Legion de Maria: lunes 7:30—9 pm ó domingo 11 am—
12:30 pm. Llamar a Padre Ramon: 703-273-5369.
Información general: llamar a Diacono Jose Lopez
703-222-7704
September 16, 2012
“ Quién dicen ustedes que Yo soy?” El que llama
es el Mesías, el Hijo del Dios vivo. ¿Lo seguirías
como sacerdote, diácono o religioso/a? Llama al
Padre Bashista al (703) 841-2514, o escríbele a:
b.bashista@arlingtondiocese.org.
Clases de Catequesis para Adultos: ¿Has recibido todos tus
sacramentos? Si te falta el Sacramento de Comunión o
Confirmación, y eres un adulto mas de 17 años, tienes que
inscribirte en el curso de catequesis para adultos (RICA). EL
curso te enseña todo lo que necesitas para que seas una
persona preparada en la fe. El curso comienza el 16 de
septiembre 2012 en el Salon de San Juan a las 10 am y
continua casi todos los domingos hasta la cuaresma del
proximo año. Para inscribirte, habra una mesa en la entrada
de la iglesia todos los domingos hasta el 9 de septiembre. Si
necesitas mas información, favor de llamar al Diacono Jose
Lopez o al Padre Baez al 703-273-5369.
Estudio Bíblico– Cronología Bíblica: La Historia de la
Salvación "Pues la palabra de Dios es viva y eficaz", "que
puede edificar y dar la herencia a todos los que han sido
santificados".- Del documento del Vaticano II DEI VERBUM
Este 28 de septiembre comenzaremos un nuevo Estudio
Bíblico. En este estudio abarcaremos la biblia entera
enfocándonos en la historia de la salvación y estudiaremos 14
de los libros que nos ayudarán a poner en contexto todos los
demás libros de la Biblia. El Estudio se llevará a cabo todos
los viernes a las 7:30pm en el salón parroquial de San Juan y
el costo será aproximadamente $25 por persona (cubrirá el
costo del libro de trabajo y el esquema de la cronología
bíblica). Se requiere que cada participante tenga una biblia o
por lo menos una por familia. El cupo es limitado así que
reserve su espacio lo antes posible. Para información hablar
con Gustavo o Sandra Solares al teléfono 703-250-0089.
¿Deseas conocer tu fe? El ultimo domingo de cada més
estudiamos un aspecto de catequesis de la iglesia. Estamos
estudiando algunos documentos de Segundo Consejo
Vaticano. Según el Santo Padre Papa Benedicto XVI,
debemos de estudiar los documentos para prepararnos para el
quincuagésimo aniversario (50 años) del Consejo Vaticano. La
próxima charla será el 30 de septiembre después de la misa
de la 1:00 pm en el Salón de Nuestra Sra de la Guadalupe.
Para información llame al Padre Baez o al Diacono Jose
Lopez al 703-273-5369.
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.
Grupo de Oración Sábados 6-8:30pm, Salon de Nuestra Sra
de La Guadalupe. Información: Jose Ferrufino: 703-250-1343.