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ST. LEO THE GREAT CHURCH
FAIRFAX, VIRGINIA
www.stleofairfax.com
Dear Friends,
As you know, we began our capital campaign
(Remember, Respond, Renew-Growing Together in Christ)
last Fall. A series of several recepons, pulpit
announcements, and mailings were completed before the
holidays. Due to the Bishop’s Lenten Appeal effort, I have
not spoken about our campaign for some me and would
like to update you all.
As of this week we have received pledges from 733
families totaling $2,290,000. The amount redeemed so far
is $840,000. This is a three year campaign and I hope that
at its compleon we will have reached our original goal of
raising $3,400,000.
We have been able to complete a couple of the
less intensive renovaons associated with this campaign.
We have installed automac doors on the rectory side of
the church and have renovated the bathroom at the
entrance of the church (a baby changing staon will be
added shortly). Some of the more major repairs and
renovaons will begin this summer and early Fall. These
will include new flooring and lighng in the church as well
as a new heang and air-condioning system.
It is my plan to regularly update the parish as we
move forward with the various projects outlined in the
campaign brochure and which were discussed in detail at
the numerous recepons held earlier. I hope to hold
another series of recepons in the coming months for
those who may not have been able to a3end one last Fall
and for those who are new to the parish.
I cannot express enough how grateful and
humbled I am by the generosity of all who have
parcipated so far. I am very mindful of the many
obligaons we all face especially so during what connues
to be for many of us - “uncertain mes.” But again – I am
most grateful for your support and most especially for your
prayers and the many ways you help make our parish a
true home where the Lord is experienced, lived, and
shared.
In Christ,
April 17, 2016
Annual Saint Leo Parish Retreat
Friday, April 22, 4 pm through
Sunday April 24, 1 pm at Loyola
Jesuit Retreat House in Faulkner MD.
The suggested retreat offering is $235
for 2 nights lodging, and 6 meals &
snacks. Special retreat fee of $185 for a first time retreatant
& for young adults up to age 30. Remember Loyola’s policy
is no one will be denied a retreat because of finances.
Contact the retreat house staff at 301-392-0800. Register
on-line or by mail. (Loyola on the Potomac, PO Box 9,
Faulkner, MD 20632) Visit: www.loyolaonthepotomac.com.
Please contact St Leo retreat captain, Jim Caputo: 703-691
-0479 or [email protected].
A novena rosary to our Lady of
Perpetual Help is prayed in the
c h u r ch
every
W e d n e sd a y
evening at 7 pm.
All are welcome. Please join us.
Prayer Service for Victims/Survivors of Sexual Abuse
In 2004, Bishop Loverde began a series of diocesansponsored Masses to pray for healing for victims/survivors of
sexual abuse. The following year, the Diocese of Arlington
began a series of Prayer Services for healing for victims/
survivors of sexual abuse. The Prayer Services include a
survivor’s sharing of his/her journey towards greater healing
from sexual abuse. Both the Masses and Prayer Services are
followed by a reception. The next prayer service will be held
on Saturday, April 23 at 11:00am at Saint Anthony Catholic
Church (3305 Glen Carlyn Rd., Falls Church).
The Extraordinary Form
Traditional Latin Low Mass
according to the 1962 Missal
of Pope St. John XXIII will
be celebrated at Saint Leo
on Thursdays, April 21,
and May 5, 12 and 19
at 7:00 pm.
The Missa Cantata will be celebrated for the
Solemnity of Corpus Christi
on Thursday, May 26
at 7:00 pm.
All are welcome. Please join us.
Rev. David A. Whitestone
FOURTH SUNDAY OF EASTER
—Please remember in your prayers the repose of
the souls of the faithful departed, especially Olive
Goode, mother of Michael Goode.
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
—We ask you to remember those in need of our daily
prayers.
KAIROS PRISON MINISTRY Several men from Catholic
churches in Northern Virginia will participate in a Kairos prison
ministry weekend retreat to the Buckingham Correctional
Center April 27-May 2. We would appreciate assistance in
baking cookies, making posters, participating in a prayer
vigil and writing letters of encouragement to those in
prison. More information on the program and instructions on
baking cookies are available online at http://kairosbkcc.org/. Contact Tom Kelly, St Leo Parishioner, 703-5010090 or [email protected] if you wish to assist
or want to learn more about this prison ministry program.
Food distribution: Wednesday, April 20, 6:00 - 7:30pm;
Saturday, April 23, 9:00am - 11:45am.
We are unable to use the following items: expired food,
previously opened items, any items that
contain
alcohol,
perishables
requiring
refrigeration, and soda. Please drop off at
Mass in the vestibule, or at the rectory during
the week, or the 4th Monday of the month at
7:00 pm at our pantry.
Items most needed: Cereal (low sugar/whole or multigrain
preferred, corn flakes), low sugar oatmeal, brown & white
rice/quinoa/couscous, milk (powdered/canned/shelf), flour,
cooking oils & sprays, pancake mix, syrup, jam, crackers,
canned fruit (in own juice preferred) & hash. Female
sanitary pads, ultra absorbency bladder pads, hand
sanitizers, tissues, paper towels, Ziploc style bags, and
fragrance free/unscented baby wipes/adult wipes.
Volunteer Opportunitiess:
Contact Tammy: [email protected] or
703/352-3509. Seeking Pantry Coordinator, (to maintain
pantry client spreadsheet -Google Drive), & stock shelves
2x month. Two Youth Volunteer 16+ to be Saturday Pantry
Day Runners/Packers.
The Gospel of Luke Join Father Aitcheson
for a Bible Study, on Wednesdays at 7:30 pm in the Saint
Mark room, Parish Hall. We are studying and reflecting
upon the Gospel of Luke. Please join us for any or all of
the sessions.
Acts 11:1-18; Jn 10:1-10
Acts 11:19-26; Jn 10:22-30
Acts 12:24-13:5a; Jn 12:44-50
Acts 13:13-25; Jn 13:16-20
Acts 13:26-33; Jn 14:1-6
Acts 13:44-52; Jn 14:7-14
Acts 14:21-27; Rv 21:1-5a;
Jn 13:31-33a, 34-35
MASS INTENTIONS
April 18 through April 24
Mon.:
6:15
9:00
James Hartzell
Elinore Mundy
Tues.:
6:15
9:00
Mia Stewart
George Cannon
Wed.:
6:15
9:00
Alberto Zavoli
Ad Brault
Thurs.:
6:15
9:00
Special Intention
Special Intention
Fri.:
6:15
9:00
Donald Steward
Virginia Boschi
Sat.:
9:00
5:00
Samuel Jones
Richard Dzikowski
Sun.:
7:30
9:00
11:00
1:00
5:00
For the Parish
Henry Budzynski
Louis Rowlands
Marina Ortiz Florez
Mark Slough
In addition to the regular schedule of Masses, Mass has
been offered for the following intentions: Austin Underhill,
Special Intention, William Pantal, Richard Reilly, Barry Fink,
Mikolaj Barabasz.
BAPTISM CLASS IS MANDATORY at Saint
Leo. The next class is Tuesday, May 10th at
7:30 pm in the St. Matthew 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 benefits Catholic Home
Missions. Please be generous.
ST. LEO THE GREAT CHURCH
FAIRFAX, VIRGINIA
www.stleofairfax.com
A VOCATION VIEW
“The disciples were filled with joy and the
Holy Spirit.” Does a life of joy in knowing
you are following the Lord as a priest,
deacon or in the consecrated life inspire
you? Call Father J.D. Jaffe at 703-8412514, or write: [email protected].
Eucharistic Holy Hour You are invited to a
diocesan-wide Eucharistic Holy Hour sponsored
by the Arlington Division of the World
Apostolate of Fatima (the Blue Army) on
Sunday, April 24, from 3:00 – 4:00 p.m. at St.
John the Evangelist Catholic Church, 271
Winchester St., Warrenton. At Fatima, Our Lady
asked for prayer and sacrifice for the conversion
of sinners, peace in the world, and an increase
in vocations; we hope you will join us in prayer.
THOROUGHLY MODERN MILLIE Bishop O'Connell High
School proudly presents the musical comedy, Thoroughly
Modern Millie. Show times: Friday & Saturday, April 22-23
at 7 pm, and Sunday Apr. 24 at 2 pm. General admission:
$10, students & seniors: $5. For information or tickets, visit
www.bishopoconnell.org/ocplayers or call 703-237-1448.
Bishop O'Connell is located at 6600 Little Falls Rd.,
Arlington.
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 2016-2017 school year are
available in the school office. Join us for an Open
House at 10 am on April 20, or May 11, or call
the school office to make an appointment for a tour
703-273-1211, ext 645.
In case of inclement weather please check
the website or call the school office.
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.
April 17, 2016
ADULT FAITH FORMATION
Faith & Food at P.J. Skidoos
Please join us on Monday, May 2 at 7pm,
for an evening of fellowship and lively
discussion over dinner (appetizers on
us!). Father Whitestone will lead our discussion. Be sure
to bring your friends! All ages are welcome!
CATHOLICISM
Join us for a showing of this
acclaimed series about our
Catholic Faith! Discussion will
follow the video each week.
Beginning Friday, April 1st and connuing for 10 weeks,
on Fridays at 9:45 am in St. John Room, Parish Hall.
For more information about any of the above, please contact
Carolyn at [email protected] or 703-273-5369.
FRASSATI FAIRFAX Under the patronage of
Bl. Giorgio Frassati, we are a community of
young adults (20's-30's, singles & couples)
striving to deepen our faith, serve the
community, & evangelize the culture, while
enjoying coffee & outdoors-y activities.
Running Group has started up again. We will be running in
various paces this year. All paces welcome! We will also
have various bonfires and social gatherings after many of
the runs; so if you just so happen to "miss the run," you
haven't missed out of the fun.
Every Wednesday: Whiskey and Wisdom at Auld Shebeen,
6:30-7:30 pm— Auld Shebeen, library. Every other
Wednesday is book discussion: Wed, April 20: The Basilica
of the Holy Trinity, Krakow - On Not Being Alone.
Car Camping May 6-7 (Fri-Sat) 90min away
Cabin Camping May 28-30 [Memorial Day Weekend] Fri-Mon
Mark Your Calendars:
Saturday June 18th: Outdoor Rock Climbing / River Float
Monday August 8th: Day Pilgrimage to NYC
Monday August 15th: Assumption Party
Fri-Mon September 2-5: Labor Day Camping
If you would like to receive our newsletter with upcoming
events, or be added to our Google Community Group, send
an email to: [email protected]
FOURTH SUNDAY OF EASTER
Religious Education News
Registration for 2016—2017 Religious Education
Classes Registrations for classes for grades K-8 will
begin the weekend of April 23-24 after all Masses. We will
have registration in the vestibule of the church and it will
be first come/first served. Parishioners have priority.
Please bring a copy of your child’s Baptismal certificate if
you have not already submitted one to our office.
First Communion Mass for children scheduled for
Saturday, May 7 will be at 11 am. Children should arrive
no later than 10:15 am at the school. (Enter through the
Religious Education office door.)
Rehearsal will be Thursday, May 5 at 6:45 pm. Children
should meet in the school at 6:45 pm.
First Communion Mass for children scheduled for
Saturday, May 14 will be at 11 am. Children should arrive
no later than 10:15 am at the school. (Enter through the
Religious Education office door.)
Rehearsal will be Thursday, May 12 at 6:45 pm.
Children should meet in the school at 6:45 pm.
Religious Education Office:
703-273-4868
Citizenship Classes – Hogar Immigrant Services We
offer Citizenship classes on Mondays and Wednesdays
from 7-9 pm at Queen of Apostles School (4409 Sano
Street, Alexandria). Registration for classes will be on April
25 and 27 from 7-9pm. We offer two levels of classes. The
cost is $70, this includes the textbook. We only accept cash
or money orders. For more information call Hogar
Immigrant Services at (571) 208-1572.
HIGH SCHOOL:
Join us for HIGH SCHOOL YOUTH NIGHT!
Dinner will be provided; bring a friend! We will
meet in the gym at 6pm for dinner, concludes at 8pm.
Open to grades 9-12.
Girls CLC: Join us Monday, April 18, 7:30-9pm. Each week
we break open the Gospels and reflect on scripture. Having
tea pares and eang cupcakes are part of the weekly fun!
Interested? Contact Laura Benne3: [email protected]
Boys CLC is this week! Join us Wednesday, April 20 from
7:30-9 pm. Each week we break open the Gospels and
reflect on scripture. Playing ulmate frisbee, board games,
or jamming out are part of the weekly fun! Interested?
Contact Mike Paque3e at [email protected]
"Royalty: Chosen by the King." Join us for the Second
Annual Ladies Tea Retreat: Saturday, April 30, 2:008:30pm at St. Leo. Cost: $35. Open to girls 7th-12th grade!
Middle School
Join us Thursday, April 21 for Thursday Takeovers! Join us
for an aJernoon of prayer, snacks and soccer. New folks
ALWAYS welcome! 3:30-5pm.
"PRODIGAL:" Junior High WorkCamp Registra:on is
OPEN! Join us for three days of service, faith and fun. July 6
-8. Cost, $75. More details can be found on our website.
Open to grades rising 7th-rising 9th.
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.
Questions? Email Melissa at [email protected]
Father Diamond Council
Events & Calendar
Meetings – 2nd and 4th Tuesdays
8:00 PM
Providence Hall
4/17
Family Breakfast after 7:30 & 9:00 Masses —Providence Hall
4/19
4/19
4/20
11:00AM- Gray Gost Luncheon Providence Hall
7:00PM Ladies of #6292 Mtg Providence Hall
7:30 Fr Malloy Assembly Mtg Providence Hall
April 21-24
KOVAR – Tootsie Roll Campaign
Call Pat McGuire 703-218-2986 to volunteer
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Coming Event
May 7 – Comedy Knight
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Join the Knights – Contact Joe Gesker – 703-435-4811
For more informaon, calendars and registraon forms, check
out our website: www.stleosyouth.com
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! Are you a person with
basic home repair and maintenance
skills? Have you ever painted a house or built
a deck? Please consider volunteering to help
our teens at workcamp June 27-30. Please contact Niamh:
[email protected] or 703-405-4976.
Catholic Camps in Theatre & Art this July
Expert
Instructors in Drama, Music, Dance, and
Art providing one week camps this July for
students Pre-K through High School. Camp
Broadway, Art Explorer, Drama Bootcamp,
Creative Kindergarten, & Art Fun Camp
offered.
Registration: 10 off per camp through May
31. Families registering 3 or more kids may take an additional
10% off. Visit: www.SpotlightSummerCamps.com.
ST. LEO THE GREAT CHURCH
FAIRFAX, VIRGINIA
www.stleofairfax.com
Summer Theology Courses at Christendom Graduate
School Enrich your life and learn more about the Faith by
taking a summer course at the Christendom Graduate
School! Online courses run May 9-August 15. The 6 week
session for on-campus courses runs June 20 – July 29. We
welcome both degree-seeking & casual students, ( parttime or full-time) Low tuition rates & discounts for seniors,
catechists, and Catholic school teachers. (LIVE AND PRERECORDED
ONLINE
COURSES.)
Visit
graduate.christendom.edu/, call 703.658.4304, or email
[email protected].
Young Adult GREAT GATSBY 20’s DANCE Sat, April 23
at St. Veronica Church (Parish Hall) in Chantilly. Featuring
the Charleston, Lindy Hop, Foxtrot, & Collegiate Shag!
Travel back to the Roaring Twenties with young adults from
the DC area! Saturday, April 23, 7:30-11:30 pm.
Admission: $10. Optional: Put on your best 20's outfit! We
will show how these 1920’s dances evolved into
Swing. Dances taught in group-style- no skill or formal
dates necessary. Light hors d'oeuvres and drinks
served. All young adults in their 20's & 30's are
welcome! Sponsored by St. Veronica Young Adults. Email
[email protected] or visit www.facebook.com/
groups/stveronicaya for more information.
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: Los domingos desde las 12:00pm
a 12:50pm.
Bautizos: Preparación- llamar a Carlos Cea: 703-8362139.
RICA Para Adultos: Domingos 10:30am-12:15pm, Salón Juan
en el Centro Parroquial. Para información, llamar al Sandra Otero
de Solares, 703-346-0409.
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 información, llamar al Diacono José López 703-222-7704.
April 17, 2016
"Los discípulos estaban llenos de gozo y
del Espíritu Santo." ¿Te inspira una vida
de alegría al saber que estás siguiendo
al Señor como un sacerdote, diácono o
en la vida consagrada? Llama al Padre
J.D. Jaffe (703) 841-2514, o escribele a:
[email protected].
Registraciones para las Clases De Educación
Religiosa 2016-2017 Las registraciones para las clases
grados K-8 empezaran el fin de semana del 23-24 de Abril
después de todas las Misas. Tendremos mesa de
registración en el vestíbulo y será en base al primero en
llegar / primero en ser servido. Los feligreses tienen
prioridad. Por favor traiga una copia del acta de Bautizo
de su niño, si es que todavía no ha entregado una a
nuestra oficina.
5/7 (Sabado): Primera Comunion (asignados segun la
clase). Nos reuniremos en la escuela a las 10:15 am; Santa
Misa sera a las 11:00 am.
5/5 (Jueves): Ensayo de la Primera Comunion (nos
reuniremos en la escuela a las 6:45pm.)
5/14 (Sabado): Primera Comunion (asignados segun la
clase). Nos reuniremos en la escuela a las 10:15 am; Santa
Misa sera a las 11:00 am.
5/12 (Jueves): Ensayo de la Primera Comunion (nos
reuniremos en la escuela a las 6:45 pm.)
Se ofrece clases de inglés en Iglesia San Leo Magno
Caridades Católicas – Hogar Immigrant Services ofrece clases
de inglés los sabados de 10:00 am-12:00 pm. Ofrecemos
varios niveles de clases. El precio de las clases es $50 por las
12 semanas de clases e incluye el libro. Llame a 571-2081572 para más información.
Introducción a la Teología del Cuerpo: Deseas conocer el
sentido de la vida? El Santo Papa Juan Pablo II ha dado lo
que ahora conocemos como la Teología del Cuerpo a través
de 129 discursos desde septiembre de 1979 hasta noviembre
de 1984. Es un estudio muy profundo sobre la humanidad, el
matrimonio, la sexualidad, y la aperture a la vida. El curso es
dado en 7 sesiones y se impartirá el ultimo domingo de
cada mes en el salon San Juan después de la Misa de la 1pm
comenzando el 24 de abril, 2016. No hay costo para asistir.
Todos están cordialmente invitados. Para mayor información,
llamar a Sandra Otero de Solares, tel. 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.
Grupo de Oración Sábados 6-8:30pm, Salon de Nuestra Sra
de La Guadalupe. Información: Jose Ferrufino: 703-250-1343.
FOURTH SUNDAY OF EASTER
ST. LEO THE GREAT CHURCH
FAIRFAX, VIRGINIA
www.stleofairfax.com
April 17, 2016