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ST. LEO THE GREAT CHURCH
FAIRFAX, VIRGINIA
www.stleofairfax.com
Dear Friends,
Last week I shared from the Catechism of the
Catholic Church the teaching that “a system that
‘subordinates the basic rights of individuals and of groups
to the collecve organizaon of producon’ is contrary to
human dignity…The Church has rejected the totalitarian
and atheisc ideologies associated with ‘communism’ or
‘socialism’.”
The Catechism of the Catholic Church describes
“society” as a “group of persons bound together
organically by a principle of unity that goes beyond each
one of them”. Human beings have a natural tendency to
associate with one another for the sake of a aining
objecves that exceed individual capacies. This
“socializaon” develops the qualies of the person,
especially the sense of iniave and responsibility, and
helps guarantee his rights. At the same me the Church
clearly warns of the dangers of “socializaon”: “Excessive
intervenon by the state can threaten personal freedom
and iniave.” Social instuons, therefore, must be
governed by the principle of subsidiarity.
The principle of subsidiarity was defined by Pope
Pius XI in Quadragesimo Anno: “A community of a higher
order should not interfere in the internal life of a
community of a lower order, depriving the la er of its
funcons, but rather should support it in case of need and
help to co-ordinate its acvity with the acvies of the rest
of society, always with a view to the common good.”
Praccally, this principle has several ramificaons. This
principle outlaws collecvism or any form of government
that subordinates the individual to the state. It limits state
intervenon and aims at harmonizing relaons between
individuals and sociees.
The Church condemns the noon of “state
control” over the economic, cultural, social, and
educaonal life of individuals even if the professed
purpose of such control is the advancement of the rights of
those in need. Pope St. John Paul II in Centesimus Annus
restates the perennial teaching of the Church:
“[Pope Leo XIII’s] words deserve to be re
-read a envely: ‘To remedy these wrongs (the
unjust distribuon of wealth and the poverty of
the workers), the Socialists encourage the poor
man’s envy of the rich and strive to do away with
private property, contending that individual
possessions should become the common
property of all…; but their contenons are so
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clearly powerless to end the controversy that,
were they carried into effect, the working man
himself would be among the first to suffer. They
are moreover emphacally unjust, for they
would rob the lawful possessor, distort the
funcons of the State, and create u er confusion
within the community’. The evils caused by
se"ng up this type of socialism as a State system
could not be be er expressed.
“Connuing our reflecons and referring
to what has been said in the Encyclicals Laborem
exercens and Sollicitudo rei socialis, we have to
add that the fundamental error of socialism is
anthropological in nature. Socialism considers
the individual person simply as an element, a
molecule within the social organism, so that the
good of the individual is completely subordinated
to the funconing of the socio-economic
mechanism. Socialism likewise maintains that the
good of the individual can be realized without
reference to his free choice, to the unique and
exclusive responsibility which he exercises in the
face of good or evil. Man is thus reduced to a
series of social relaonships and the concept of
the person as the autonomous subject of moral
decision disappears, the very subject whose
decisions build the social order. From this
mistaken concepon of the person there arises
both a distoron of law, which defines the
sphere of exercise of freedom, and an opposion
to private property. A person who is deprived of
something he can call ‘his own’, and of the
possibility of earning a living though his own
iniave, comes to depend on the social machine
and on those who control it. This makes it much
more difficult to recognize his dignity as a
person, and hinders the progress towards
building up of an authenc human community.”
In Christ,
Rev. David A. Whitestone, Pastor
Singer Michael John Poirier Returns to St.
Leo Nationally acclaimed Catholic singer/song
-writer, Michael John Poirier, returns to St. Leo
for a third visit on Sunday, November 1. He will
lead a prayer concert, “Songs and Stories from The Camino” at
7:00pm. Don’t miss this truly unique prayer opportunity! All are
welcome. There is no entrance fee, though a free-will offering
will be collected in support of this family ministry.
TWENTY-NINTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
—Please remember in your prayers the repose of
the souls of the faithful departed.
—We ask you to remember those in need of our
daily prayers.
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
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, Oct. 22 and 29 at 7:00 pm.
The Sung Mass in Latin
(Missa Cantata)
will be celebrated on Wednesday, Oct. 28 at 7pm.
MASS INTENTIONS
October 19 through October 25
Mon.:
6:15
9:00
Richard Dzikowski
Sarah Tisdale
Tues.:
6:15
9:00
Ad Brault
Sandy Kehoe
Wed.:
6:15
9:00
Ann Wallace Barrett
In Thanksgiving to St. Tekakwitha
Thurs.:
6:15
9:00
Catherine Post
Maria Hernandez
Fri.:
6:15
9:00
Ad Brault
Donato Balderrama
Sat.:
9:00
5:00
Laurice Cannon
James V. Pickering
Sun.:
7:30
9:00
11:00
1:00
5:00
All are welcome. Please join us.
THE SCHOLA of St Leo that sings the Latin chants for the
monthly Extraordinary Form Missa Cantata is seeking new
members. No prior experience is necessary. Rehearsals
are Thursdays 7-8:30 pm in the Rectory Conference
Room. Please join us.
ADULT HANDBELL RINGERS NEEDED 2 or 3 additional
ringers. Rehearsals are Wednesday 6:30-7:30 pm in Parish
Hall. If you have the time for a weekly rehearsal, but cannot
commit to a weekly Mass- this could be for you. The
handbells play at Christmas, Easter and 2 - 3 Sundays of
Ordinary Time. Please consider joining this group that adds
so much to our special liturgies.
23rd International Week of Prayer Oct. 16—24 In support
of the Holy Father’s call for a Jubilee Year of Mercy, join us
for the all Day Prayer Vigil at the Basilica of the Shrine of
the Immaculate Conception in Washington, D.C. on
Saturday, October 24. For more information, please visit
www.iwopf.org, or call 1-888-478-PRAY (7729).
The Ladies’ Auxiliary for the Fr. Diamond Council
Knights of Columbus 6292, is hosting a Craft
Fair at St. Leo in the school gym on Sunday
October 25, 8am ~ 1pm. For information,
contact: [email protected] or
call Lynne Morrison 703 691-8838.
Sacristans Needed: There is an immediate need
for sacristans and substitutes for Saturday 5 PM
and Sunday Masses. Training will be provided.
If you can help in this important ministry, please
contact Linda Leightley at 703-273-2089.
Rom 4:20-25; Lk 12:13-21
Rom 5:12, 15b, 17-19, 20b-21;
Lk 12:35-38
Rom 6:12-18; Ps 124; Lk 12:39-48
Rom 6:19-23; Lk 12:49-53
Rom 7:18-25a; Lk 12:54-59
Rom 8:1-11; Lk 13:1-9
Jer 31:7-9; Heb 5:1-6; Mk 10:46-52
For The Parish
Vinicio Vannicola
Ramon A Chezem (anniv.)
Juan Lopez
Special Intention
In addition to the regular schedule of Masses, Mass has
been offered for the following intentions: Herbert M. Hart,
Mary Cynthia Barrino-Smith, Lee McCormick, Special
Intention, Special Intention, Special Intention, Special
Intention.
BAPTISM CLASS IS MANDATORY at Saint
Leo. The next class is Tuesday, November 10th
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 this weekend benefits
World Missions. Please be generous.
ST. LEO THE GREAT CHURCH
FAIRFAX, VIRGINIA
www.stleofairfax.com
A VOCATION VIEW
“Are you able to drink the cup that I drink, or be
baptized with the baptism that I am baptized
with?” Should the Lord direct these words to you
in prayer, how will you respond? As a priest,
deacon or in the consecrated life? Call Father J.D. Jaffe at
703-841-2514, or write: [email protected].
When the flu season arrives and days are missed
from work, the individual/family has a challenge to
provide the additional items that are needed. To help
relieve this distress, we welcome donations of hand sanitizers,
tissues, latex gloves, disinfecting wipes and low sodium
chicken broth. Ziploc style bags (all sizes) are always needed.
Give Hope through the SVDP National Vehicle Donation
Program. Proceeds helps all the SVDP Arlington Diocese
Council Conferences with funds to further assist our mission
and serve others. Our Conference uses the funds to assist
with automotive & transportation needs. Vehicles, boats,
motorcycles, motor homes, ATV, heavy equipment, farm
equipment & classic cars can be donated. Call 800-322-8284.
Fuel assistance programs now open. Contact Dept of Social
Services. 703/324-7500 or http://www.dss.virginia.gov/benefit/ea/
October 18, 2015
ADULT FAITH FORMATION
The Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults
(RCIA) is a process for bringing into the Catholic Church
both those who have never been baptized & those who
were baptized in a non-Catholic church. RCIA is also the
way for adult Catholics who have never been confirmed to
prepare for the final Sacrament of Initiation, Confirmation.
Every September, a new RCIA process begins at St. Leo.
We invite any adult who would like to join the Catholic
Church, be confirmed, or who is simply interested in
learning about the teachings and customs of Catholic
Christianity to come and join us. While classes are part of
the process, RCIA is more than a class; it is a gradual
introduction to the customs, beliefs, practices, and
devotions of Catholicism. There is no obligation, only an
opportunity to learn! RCIA meets on Tuesdays, from
7:30-9 pm in the Guadalupe Room.
Adult Confirmation Adults who wish to receive the
Sacrament of Confirmation need to attend the RCIA
classes on Tuesday evenings. Classes have begun and
will continue through March, 2016. Adult Confirmation will
take place at the Cathedral of St. Thomas More in
Arlington, on May 14 & 15, 2016.
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.
Every Monday: Running Group! Meet in front of the
Church at 7 pm. Come for a fun run & prayer around
Fairfax City. All skill levels welcome! We meet every
Monday.
Every Wednesday: Whiskey and Wisdom at Auld
Shebeen, 6-7:00 pm. Every other week of W&W we will
discuss the wisdom in the book of "Letters to a Young
Catholic," led by Mike Horvath. Next discussion Oct. 21.
UPCOMING EVENTS:
Friday, October 23-Saturday October 24: Camping Trip!
Email for details!
Friday, October 30: Confession, Adoration, Bonfire.
Confessions at 7 pm, Adoration at 8 pm with bonfire
following. Bring a friend and something to share around the
fire. (Fire pit located to the right of the church)
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]
Follow us on Twitter: @FrassatiFairfax
Fall into a new book! The Saint Leo School Book
Fair will be held in the school library beginning
Sunday, October 25 (10 am—12:30 pm) through
Thursday, October 29 (weekday hours 8:153:00). Please stop by and support the library!
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. 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.
TWENTY-NINTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
Religious Education News
Parents of Fall 2015 Confirmation candidates:
Confirmation robes will be distributed on Monday, November
2 from 7:00-8:00 pm at the Religious Education Office.
Parents must pick up the robes. Parents of St. Leo the Great
School students may pick up robes earlier in the day if prior
arrangements have been made.
There will be a First Communion Parents Meeting for all
parents who have children who will receive First Communion
in the spring of 2016. The meeting will be held on
Wednesday, October 28 at 7:00 pm in the school gym.
We will be giving you important information about your child’s
preparation for First Communion.
Religious Education Office:
703-273-4868
Clare and Francis Movie Showings Come see a movie
about St. Clare and St. Francis of Assisi on Sat., Oct. 24
at 12 noon and Tues., Nov. 17 at 10 am at St. Ann
Church, Room 106, 5300 N. 10th St., Arlington. Running
time: 200 min. English with Spanish subtitles. Suggested
donation: $5/person/$10/family. Proceeds benefit Laboure
Society which provides financial assistance and spiritual
support to men & women who must resolve student loans to
pursue their vocation to the Catholic priesthood or religious
life. Sponsored by Catholic Daughters of the Americas,
Court Queen of Peace #1872. RSVP for seat count to
[email protected] or Teresa at 703-573-1582.
Paul VI Catholic High School Annual
Open House Sunday, Nov. 1, 1-4 pm.
Group presentations at 1:15 & 2:15 in
Father Heet Auditorium. This is the perfect
opportunity for 6th, 7th and 8th graders &
families to explore the benefits of Catholic
high school education. Visit www.paulvi.net or email
[email protected] for info about PVI. Current 8th
graders are encouraged to set up a Panther for a Day
experience by emailing [email protected]
HIGH SCHOOL:
Girls CLC is this week, Monday, October 19,
from 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 Benne at [email protected]
Boys CLC is this week! Join us Wednesday, October 21, 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 Paque e at [email protected]
NO HIGH SCHOOL YOUTH NIGHT TONIGHT. Join us on
Sunday, October 25 for the next part in Salvaon History:
"Broke." We will meet for Mass at 5:00 pm, followed by a
great dinner, fellowship, fun & faith. Evening concludes at
8:00 pm. Open to all 9th-12th grade students. Bring a friend!
This semester we will talk about Salvation History, "the story."
Middle School
Thursday Takeovers con6nue this Thursday, October 22. We
meet weekly 3:30-5:00 pm for snacks, games, and prayer!
Mark your calendar for our next ON FIRE: November 21!
#BlessedAreTheMeek. We will meet for 5:00 pm Mass,
followed by dinner, games, at talk a Bonfire and S'mores! We
will be having a sock and coat drive for those who need warm
clothes this winter. Please consider bringing a new package of
socks and/or gently worn coat to donate. This year's theme is
#BLESSED.
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 & Middle School Youth Ministry Programs.
Questions? Email Melissa at [email protected]
Father Diamond Council
Events & Calendar
Meetings – 2nd and 4th Tuesdays
8:00 PM
Providence Hall
10/18
10/18
10/19
10/20
10/21
10/23
Family Breakfast – after 7:30 & 9:00 Mass
Providence Hall– All are Welcome!
1:00 PM – Redskins & Jets Game in Providence Hall
Ladies’ Wine & Cheese Party – all Knights and
wives invited
11:00 Gray Gosts luncheon Providence hall
4th Degree Meeting – 7:30 Providence Hall
Fraternalism Night – 7:00 Providence Hall
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Join the Knights – Contact Joe Gesker – 703-435-4811
For more information, calendars and registration forms,
check out our website: www.stleosyouth.com
WORLDWIDE MARRIAGE ENCOUNTER
Allow God to strengthen, renew and rekindle
your marriage sacrament so that it can
flourish and reflect his love. Sign up today to
attend one of the upcoming Worldwide
Marriage Encounter Weekends November 68 in Rockville, Md or November 13-15 in Herndon. For
more information or to apply, visit renewmarriagevanorth.org or contact us at [email protected] or 703-378-4150.
ST. LEO THE GREAT CHURCH
FAIRFAX, VIRGINIA
www.stleofairfax.com
“FINDING JOY IN ADVENT” a day featuring Fr. Andrew
Fisher, pastor of St. Ambrose Church in Annandale, and
Elizabeth Foss, Arlington Catholic Herald columnist and
author, will be held on Saturday, November 7, at St. Mark
Parish in Vienna. Also offered are how-to workshops and
vendors, who present ideas and resources to more fully
celebrate Advent as you prepare for the Christmas Season.
Co-sponsored by Living Advent and the Arlington Diocese
Council of Catholic Women.
Register now at www.livingadvent.com. Space is limited.
EnCourage is a Catholic support community for parents,
family, and friends who want to reach out in truth and
compassion to loved ones experiencing same-sex
attractions. Standing by the true teachings of the Roman
Catholic Church, EnCourage members support one
another and their loved ones through discussion, prayer,
and fellowship. EnCourage meets the first Monday of each
month at St. Veronica Parish in the school building, room
P205, at 7:30 pm. St. Veronica is located at 3460
Centreville Rd, Chantilly. For information, or to reach a
priest who works with EnCourage, please email:
[email protected]. Even if you are not
comfortable with the idea of group meeting, priests working
in this ministry will help you!
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.
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 información, llamar al Diacono José López 703-222-7704.
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“¿Podrán beber el caliz que yo bebo, o ser
bautizado con el bautismo con que yo seré
bautizado?” Si el Señor te dirige estas
palabras en la oración, ¿cómo responderás?
Como sacerdote, diácono o en la vida
consagrada. Llama al Padre J.D. Jaffe al
(703) 841-2514 o escríbele a: j.jaffe@arlingtondiocese
Programa de Rito de Iniciación Cristiana para Adultos
(RICA) Este programa es para todos los adultos (18 años
para arriba) que les falte uno de los sacramentos de
iniciación (bautizo, comunión, o confirmación). Las clases
comenzarán el domingo, 27 de septiembre, a las 10:30 am
en el salón San Juan del centro Parroquial. Para mayor
información, llamar a Gustavo y Sandra Solares, 703-3460409.
Voluntarios para el Programa de RICA: Si desea participar
en el RICA como voluntario, por favor ponerse en contacto con
Gustavo y Sandra Solares al 703-346-0409.
Estudio Bíblico: La Gran Aventura - Concordancia de la
Biblia Este estudio es para conocer la historia de la
Salvación. Estudiaremos 14 libros de la Biblia que nos
mostrarán la historia completa del cristianismo. Clases
serán los viernes, 7:15-8:45 pm en el salon San Juan del
Centro Parroquial de San Leo. Costo es de $25 para cubrir
el material. Para información, llamar a Gustavo y Sandra
Solares, 703-346-0409.
Clases de inglés disponibles en San Leo Caridades
Católicas -Hogar Immigrant Services ofrece clases de
inglés los sábados 10 am-12 pm. La inscripción para las
clases será el 12 de septiembre de 10 am-12 pm.
Ofrecemos varios niveles de clase. El precio de las clases
es $50.00 por el semestre e incluye el libro.
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.
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 será el 31 octubre.
Grupo de Oración Sábados 6-8:30pm, Salon de Nuestra Sra de La
Guadalupe. Información: Jose Ferrufino: 703-250-1343.
TWENTY-NINTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
ST. LEO THE GREAT CHURCH
FAIRFAX, VIRGINIA
www.stleofairfax.com
October 18, 2015