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ST. LEO THE GREAT CHURCH
FAIRFAX, VIRGINIA
www.stleofairfax.com
May 1, 2016
Dear Friends,
May is tradionally a month to remember and give
honor to Mary. It also happens to be the me we prepare to
celebrate the giving of the Holy Spirit to the Apostles and
Mary at Pentecost. I think it appropriate therefore to share
the teaching of the Catechism regarding the movement of the
Holy Spirit in the life of Mary and perhaps to begin to
appreciate what the presence of the Holy Spirit can achieve in
our own lives.
“Mary, the all-holy ever-virgin Mother of God, is the
masterwork of the mission of the Son and the Spirit in the
fullness of me. For the first me in the plan of salvaon and
because his Spirit had prepared her, the Father found the
dwelling place where his Son and his Spirit could dwell among
men.
The Holy Spirit prepared Mary by his grace. It was
fi)ng that the mother of him in whom ‘the whole fullness of
deity dwells bodily’ should herself be ‘full of grace.’ She was,
by sheer grace, conceived without sin as the most humble of
creatures, the most capable of welcoming the inexpressible
gi- of the Almighty.
In Mary, the Holy Spirit fulfills the plan of the Father’s
loving goodness. Through the Holy Spirit, the Virgin conceives
and gives birth to the Son of God. By the Holy Spirit’s power
and her faith, her virginity became uniquely frui1ul.
In Mary, the Holy Spirit manifests the Son of the
Father, now become the Son of the Virgin. She is the burning
bush of the definive theophany. Filled with the Holy Spirit
she makes the Word visible in the humility of his flesh.
Finally, through Mary, the Holy Spirit begins to bring
men, the objects of God’s merciful love, into communion with
Christ. And the humble are always the first to accept him. At
the end of his mission of the Spirit, Mary became the Woman,
the new Eve (‘mother of the living)’, the mother of the ‘whole
Christ’. As such, she was present with the Twelve, who ‘with
one accord devoted themselves to prayer,’ at the dawn of the
‘end me’ which the Spirit was to inaugurate on the morning
of Pentecost with the manifestaon of the Church.”
Friends, Mary’s role in God’s work of salvaon is
certainly unique but we must not forget that the Holy Spirit
who accomplished such greatness in Mary is the very same
Spirit acve in our own lives. We too are being prepared to be
more perfectly the dwelling place of the Son and to manifest
the goodness of the God in the world.
In Christ,
The Extraordinary Form
Traditional Latin Low Mass
according to the 1962 Missal
of Pope St. John XXIII will
be celebrated at Saint Leo
on Thursday, May 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
SIXTH SUNDAY OF EASTER
—Please remember in your prayers the repose of
the souls of the faithful departed, especially:
Donald Gast, husband of Vera Gast.
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
—We ask you to remember those in need of our
daily prayers, especially: Jorge Bertran.
BLESSING OF PARENTS TODAY, May 1
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.
FIRST SATURDAY DEVOTIONS: Next Saturday, May 7, we
will hold First Saturday devotions beginning with 9 am Mass,
ending with Benediction. Come, pray for peace and an end to
abortion.
An Evening of Praise, Worship, & Adoration will be held
Saturday, May 7th from 7-8:30 pm at Saint Leo in the Church.
All are welcome for prayer, beautiful music, Exposition of the
Blessed Sacrament, and Benediction.
Silent Mini-Retreat/Evening of Recollection for Women at
St. Leo on May 3rd from 7:30-9:30 pm. Two meditations, and
confession available. Sponsored by Opus Dei. Bring a
friend! For more information, call Peg: 703-620-4945.
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.
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]
Acts 16:11-15; Jn 15:26-16:4a
1 Cor 15:1-8; Jn 14:6-14
Acts 17:15, 22-18:1; Jn 16:12-15
Acts 18:1-8; Jn 16:16-20
Acts 18:9-18; Jn 16:20-23
Acts 18:23-28; Jn 16:23b-28
Acts 1:1-11; Eph 1:17-23;
Lk 24:46-53
MASS INTENTIONS
May 2 through May 8
Mon.:
6:15
9:00
Kathryn Cotner
Vincent Bateman
Tues.:
6:15
9:00
Mildred Mast
Special Intention
Wed.:
6:15
9:00
Mary Dennehy
Antonio Sinon
Thurs.:
6:15
9:00
Special Intention
Mary Fromme
Fri.:
6:15
9:00
Henry Budzynski
Effie Cushing
Sat.:
9:00
5:00
Respect Life
Stephanie Jagiello
Sun.:
7:30
9:00
11:00
1:00
5:00
For the Parish
Mothers’ Day Novena
Mothers’ Day Novena
Mothers’ Day Novena
Mothers’ Day Novena
In addition to the regular schedule of Masses, Mass has
been offered for the following intentions: George Schuld,
Special Intention, George Schuld, George Schuld, William
Hamilton.
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 this weekend is the Parish Special
Needs Collection. Please be generous.
ST. LEO THE GREAT CHURCH
FAIRFAX, VIRGINIA
www.stleofairfax.com
A VOCATION VIEW
“Those who love Me will keep my word.” Is
your love for the Lord leading you to grow
in holiness as a priest, deacon or in the
consecrated life?
Call Father J.D. Jaffe (703) 841-2514, or
write: [email protected].
Archdiocese for the Military Services 22nd 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 22nd
Annual Memorial Mass on Sunday, May 15, at 12 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. Parking is limited. Carpooling is
advised. Military personnel are encouraged to wear service
dress uniform; civilians are asked to wear business attire.
A novena rosary to our Lady of
Perpetual Help is prayed in the
ch u rch
every
We d n esd ay
evening at 7 pm.
All are welcome. Please join us.
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 10:00 am on Wednesday, 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.
May 1, 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 Dufresne 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.
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.
A partial summary of the blessings
we were able to provide with your
donations: Car seats and baby clothes
to the Fairfax CCDA Adoption &
Pregnancy Services Office, baby clothing/items
with Gabriel Project, clothing items to OAR of
Fairfax County, battery lanterns to seniors for
power outages, employment related needs,
assisting with four families under Asylum &
Refugee Family Reunification Program and six
incarcerated indigent individuals with financial,
coaching and mentoring along with other case
management and pantry needs.
Cooked Meal: During the summer months, we
pick up additional days to provide lunch to the
homeless guests at The Lamb Center while other
groups take the summer off. We don't. If your
group/family would like to participate to help cover
a lunch in July/August, please leave a message
at 703/352-3509.
Volunteer Opportunities: Please call 703/352-3509.
SIXTH SUNDAY OF EASTER
Religious Education News
Registration for 2016—2017 Religious Education
Classes has begun. 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.
HIGH SCHOOL:
Join us for HIGH SCHOOL YOUTH NIGHT! "The
Ascension." Dinner will be provided; bring a
friend! We will meet in the gym at 6 pm for dinner,
concludes at 8 pm. Open to grades 9-12.
Girls CLC: Join us Monday, May 2, from 7:30-9 pm. 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 BenneI
at [email protected]
Boys CLC is this week! Join us Wednesday, May 4 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 PaqueIe at [email protected]
Middle School
Religious Education Office:
703-273-4868
Paul VI Boys Soccer Camp 2016 Join us at the Paul VI Boys
Soccer Camp July 25-29. PVI has a proven history of both
team & individual successes. We won the Virginia Independent
Boys State Championship in Fall 2015. In addition to
numerous All WCAC, All Met, and All State honors, we had
NSCAA All Americans in 2014 & 2015. Camp runs July 25-29
from 9am to 3pm. Limited number of spots = very good
camper-to-instructor ratio. It's a fun and instructive camp for
boys of all levels, & if your son is interested in playing at PVI
the exposure to the coaches is invaluable. Please visit us at
www.paulvi.net/camps2016.
Contact Chuck LaPorte at
[email protected] or call 703-408-4782.
Join us Thursday, May 5 for Thursday Takeovers! Join us
for an a-ernoon of prayer, snacks and soccer. New folks
ALWAYS welcome! 3:30pm-5pm.
"PRODIGAL:" Junior High WorkCamp Registra9on is
OPEN! Join us for 3 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 need of adult volunteers with hearts
on fire for Christ! Must be at least 21 years of age, & 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
5/1
5/3
Spanish Community Reception – Providence Hall
2:00 – 4 pm All Invited
Officers Meeting—Providence Hall – 7:30 pm
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.
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May 7 – Comedy Knight
2 Professional Comedians
– Refreshments – Door prizes - Silent Auction—
Doors Open @ 6:00 pm - $25/person
Profits to support Scholarship Funds & Charities
Tickets can be purchased a-er Masses this weekend
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Join the Knights – Contact Joe Gesker – 703-435-4811
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
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Tune in to hear popular EWTN programming like “Catholic
Answers Live”, “Kresta in the Afternoon”, and “Morning
Glory” on WMET 1160AM every day. Guadalupe Radio
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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.
May 1, 2016
Catholic Singles of Greater Washington
is an organization for single Catholics, ages 21 to 65-plus,
enjoying each other’s company in a wide variety of social,
religious, and cultural settings. Please visit us at http://
dcsinglecatholicpro.org or call Tricia at 301-460-9195.
“El que me ama, cumplirá mi palabra”.
¿Tu amor por el Señor te esta llevando a
crecer en la santidad como 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 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.
SIXTH SUNDAY OF EASTER
ST. LEO THE GREAT CHURCH
FAIRFAX, VIRGINIA
www.stleofairfax.com
May 1, 2016