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4th Sunday in Ordinary Time
January 28, 2007
He said to them, "Today this scripture passage is fulfilled in your hearing." And all spoke highly of Him and were amazed at the gracious words that came from His mouth. They also asked, "Isn't this the son of Joseph?"
– Lk 4:21-22
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Current Week's Mass
Schedule |
| Monday,
January 29th |
St.
Vincent |
| 8:30 a.m.
Our Lady's Chapel |
Intention
of Ernesto Henderson |
| Tuesday,
January 30th |
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| 8:30 a.m.
Our Lady's Chapel |
Intention
of Mike Polson |
| Wednesday,
January 31st |
St.
John Bosco
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| 8:30 a.m.
Our Lady's Chapel |
Soul of
Hermogina Delrosario |
| Thursday,
February 1st |
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| 8:30 a.m.
Our Lady's Chapel |
Intention of
Georgia Cullifer |
| 7:30 p.m.
Our Lady's Chapel |
Soul of
Thomas Garver |
| Friday,
February 2nd |
First
Friday/Presentation of Our Lord
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| 8:30 a.m.
Our Lady's Chapel |
Soul of
Leah Walker |
| 8:00 p.m.
Our Lady's Chapel |
First
Friday Devotees |
| Saturday,
February 3rd |
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| 8:30 a.m.
Our Lady's Chapel |
Soul of
Stephen J. McKimmie |
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Next Weekend's Mass
Schedule |
| Saturday,
February 3rd |
Vigil
Mass/St. Blaise. St. Ansgar |
| 5:00 p.m.
Main Church |
Intentions
of the Parishioners of St. Mary's |
| Sunday,
February 4th |
5th Sunday in Ordinary
Time/Scout Sunday (9:30 a.m. Mass) |
| 8:00 a.m.
Our Lady's Chapel |
Soul of
Marion Seamans |
| 9:30 a.m.
Main Church |
Soul of
John Norris |
| 12:00 p.m.
Main Church |
Intentions
of Lisa Tham Ngo and sister |
Note:
*Regular Mass hours are Saturday at 5 p.m., Sunday at 8 a.m., 9:30 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. Summer hours (June thru Labor Day) are Saturday at 5 p.m., Sunday at 8 a.m., 9:30 a.m. and
12:00 p.m.
The names listed next to a specific Mass indicate an act of love for the living or the deceased member of a family or a friend. If you would like to schedule a Mass for a specific date/intention, please contact Susan
Richie at the parish office. Mass intentions are filled on a first come/first serve basis. Customary offerings are as follows: Mass – $10; flowers: Main Church – $50, Chapel – $35; Sacristy candle – $10/week; tree memorial including a plaque – $500.
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 Father Gary Villanueva will be celebrating Mass at 8:00 p.m. in Our Lady’s Chapel on
Friday, February 2nd. Those participating in this special Mass are reminded that First Saturday is normally celebrated at the 8:30 a.m. Mass.
Adoration will be held one hour prior to Mass.
| Jeremiah declares that the Lord knew him before he was born and dedicated and appointed him to his role as prophet even before he drew breath. We, too, are known and sent by the Lord. What deeds of love and service are mine to perform? |
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2007 Archbishop’s Appeal
“Your Reward shall be great in Heaven” Luke 6:23
The 2007 Archbishop’s Appeal begins in earnest with Announcement Weekend, next week. Father David will preach at all Masses about the Appeal. Campaign brochures will be available in the pews and a tabloid with information about Archdiocesan programs and services will be inserted in our bulletins.
On February 10-11, an in-pew commitment process will take place. All who have not received the mailing, or have not had a chance to respond to it, will be asked to consider making a pledge to support the ministries, services and programs, provided by the Archdiocese of Washington. If you have received the mailing, please respond to it.
Please pray for the success of this important campaign.
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Prayer List
PARISHIONERS:
Week 1: Joan Yates
Week 3: Bernice Smith, Kathleen Cooley
FAMILY AND FRIENDS:
Week 1: John Gartung (Mr. Hanus'
father), Patrick Brault (Father David's
father), Colleen Schlosser Spadafore
Week 2: Dr. Charles Claggett
Week 3: John Cox (son of
Richie & Teresa), Jeannette Piccicuto
& Marcella Corby (sisters of Juliette
Finkenauer), Mike Pulscak
DECEASED
Dorothy Randolph, David Sulfridge (father
of Nancy Sulfridge)
TROOPS OVERSEAS:
Oh God, kindly watch over those exposed to the dangers of military life. Give them such strong faith that nothing may ever lead them to deny it or fear to practice it. Fortify them by your grace against the contagion of bad example, so that, preserved from vice and serving you faithfully, they may be ready to meet death if it should come.
Most Sacred Heart of Jesus, inspire them with sorrow for sin and grant them pardon. Mary, our Mother, be with them in battle, and should they be called upon to make the supreme sacrifice, obtain for them the grace to die in the love of your divine Son. St. Joseph, pray for them. Amen.
From Prayers for Today, originally complied by Terence Cardinal Cooke.
SGT Jamell Lee Heung; PFC Kori Arsenault, Natl Guard; Lt Col Stephen Wilson, USMC; Sgt James Edward Hernandez, USMC; SGT Jon McLeese, USA; Michael E. Price, US Govt; TSgt Ernest Driggers, USAF; ABH2 Dan Dimapilis USN; CPT Paul Balassa, USA; TSgt Sheron Mason, DCANG; Capt Edelen A. Parker, USMC; and CDR David Ellis, USN, GySgt John M. DeGrasse |
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Principal: Mrs. Darcy Tomko
Vice Principal: Mrs. Kathleen Pfaff
(301) 292-2522/school@stmaryspiscataway.org
School Hours: 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Early Dismissal: 12:15 p.m.
Before Care: 6:45 a.m. – 7:45 a.m.
After Care: 3:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
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Applications Are
Being Accepted
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We are currently taking applications for the 2006–2007 school year. Applicants will be tested to determine our ability to meet their needs. Please call Cathy Wall to schedule an appointment, a private tour, and testing for your child.
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Ways To Help Our
School
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As part of our fund raising, St. Mary’s School collects Campbell Soup labels, Box Tops for Education, Nestle Water labels, empty toner cartridges and used cell phones. Also Safeway, Giant, Food Lion, and Target have fundraisers based on your purchases to support our school; however, registration is required at each store.
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St. Mary’s Alumni Social
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Come and see your old
friends and teachers!
To kick off this year’s Catholic Schools Week celebration, St. Mary’s School will host its 2nd Annual Alumni Social after the 12:00 p.m. Mass on
Sunday, January 28th. Last year’s event was a great success and everyone had a wonderful time reconnecting with former classmates and teachers. If you are a St. Mary’s graduate or know of one in the area, please spread the word to join us in the parish hall for light refreshments on the 28th.
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St. Mary’s Open House
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Come and see why miracles happen at St. Mary’s!
There will be an Open House at St. Mary’s School on
Sunday, January 28th from 2:30–4:30 p.m. and on
Thursday, February 1st from 9:00–11:00 a.m. and from 1:00–3:00 p.m. Come and visit our school!
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St. Mary’s Cookbook Fundraiser
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Need some new recipes?
St. Mary’s cookbooks are still available at the school office. Cookbooks are $15 each. Please contact the school office if you would like a cookbook.. Thank you for your support!
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Celebrate
Catholic Schools Week
January 29th through February 2nd |
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HOLY NAME SOCIETY
Mr. Charles Swanick (301) 856-3471
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Holy Name Society is a group of Catholic men that promote reverence for the name of God and sanctification of members, support the clergy and work for the good of the parish. Come and join us for our meeting
every 1st Tuesday of the month from 7:30–8:30 p.m. in the parish office conference room. Also, we will sit together and receive Communion together at the
9:30 a.m. Mass on the second Sunday of the month. Please contact Charles Swanick if you have any questions.
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SODALITY
Mrs.
Corinne Prebble (301) 292-6297
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Sodality is a group of Catholic women willing to work together in service of Christ’s Church and the world in every area of life: family, work, professional, civil and ecclesial. Sodality meets
every 1st Sunday of the month after the 9:30 a.m. Mass in the school hall. Please contact Corinne Prebble for further information.
Can YOU watch with me for just one hour? Adorers and visitors are welcome to attend any hour of adoration.
Currently, we are in need of regular adorers on Wednesday from 6:00–7:00 p.m. and Thursday from 11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Please contact Joan Yates if you have questions or would like to be an adorer.
Adorers: If you are not able to make your regular scheduled time, please contact your division captain so they can possibly get a substitute. Thank you!
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VOCATIONS
Deacon Stephen
McKimmie (301) 292-0527 |
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Priesthood
Discernment Retreat |
| On the weekend of February 2nd through February 4th, Archbishop Donald Wuerl will sponsor a retreat for men in their 20’s, 30’s and 40’s who have considered a call to the priesthood. It will be held at the Theological College (401 Michigan Avenue, N.E., Washington, D.C. 20017) from 7:30 p.m. on Friday to noon on Sunday. There will be time away from the daily grind with plenty of prayer and reflection to examine God’s call in your life. No high pressure! No hard sell! If you feel Jesus may be calling you, why not give Him a weekend. It will cost you nothing more than your time. Please contact the Office of Priest Vocations to register. Office phone: (301) 853-4580 or e-mail:
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Run-Walk
for Vocations |
| Marine Corps Marathon & 10 K. You are invited to join the “Run-Walk for Vocations” team for the Marine Corps Marathon & 10 K. All levels of runners and walkers are most welcome. This is a unique experience to get into the best shape of your life, accomplish an amazing goal, meet new people at team events, support our seminarians and the work of priest vocations. For more information and to register, contact Carol Flannery at
flannery@adw.org, (240) 432-4340 or Mike Greaney
mikegreaney@comcast.net, (301) 949-3699. |
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MUSIC
MINISTRY
Music
Director: Dr. Mickey Terry
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Come and praise Him!
Traditional Choir
St. Mary’s Traditional Choir supports the assembly in song and enhances worship at the Noon Mass through traditional hymnody, plainchant, and other special
music such as anthems, motets, and cantatas. The choir sings weekly, beginning the Sunday following Labor Day through Corpus Christi Sunday. They also sing at special feast day liturgies at various times during the year. The choir is open to everyone that is high school age or older. Basses and Tenors are especially welcome. Rehearsals are on Thursday evenings at 7:30 p.m. in the Church. The choir assembles in the Church on Sunday mornings at 11:00 a.m. for warm-ups.
Contemporary Choir
The Contemporary Choir supports the assembly in song and enhances worship at the 9:30 a.m. Mass in the Church each Sunday throughout the entire church year. The choral warm-up takes place in the choir room in the Main Church on Sunday mornings prior to the Mass. Occasional rehearsals for special liturgies are held on Wednesday evenings at 7:30 p.m. in the Church. The group utilizes a combination of voices, piano, and instruments to praise God in a contemporary musical style. The choir is open to everyone that is high school age or older.
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PARISH NEWS
Pastor: Father David Brault
Parochial Vicar: Father Gary Villanueva
Deacon George Ames
Deacon Stephen McKimmie
Office Hours: Monday 10:00 a.m. to Noon
and 1:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.; Tuesday–Friday
8:00 a.m. to Noon and 1:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Bulletin articles must be submitted by 4:30 p.m. on Friday for publication two weekends later. Bulletin inserts must be in the parish office on the Tuesday prior to the weekend that the insert will be used. Inserts and articles for the bulletin must be approved by the pastor and arrangements for the organization to stuff the bulletin with the secretary.
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New parishioners should fill out a registration form found in the gathering places of both churches and at the parish office.
If you have a new address, phone number, e-mail address, a new member of your family, or you are moving, please contact Susan at (301) 292-0527 or
parish@stmaryspiscataway.org. This keeps our membership records up to date and we don’t have to pay for postage
and address corrections from the post office. Thank you!
 Beddow High School Red Cross Club will be at St. Mary’s on the Sundays of 2/4, 2/11, and
2/18. They will be recruiting volunteers to give blood for the American Red Cross
Blood Drive here at St. Mary’s Church on Sunday, February 25th after all the Sunday Masses. If you have any questions, please contact Susan at the parish office. We need at least 64 volunteers to warrant having the blood mobile coming to St. Mary’s. Thank you!
 Scout News: Next Sunday at the 9:30 a.m. Mass, Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts, Brownies and Cub Scouts will be in attendance, in uniform, for the annual Scout Sunday observance. Some will receive special religious medals. Please take note of these fine youngsters in uniform and share a word of encouragement with them.
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Book Discussion Group
meets every Sunday morning 10:45–11:45 a.m. in the faculty lounge or behind the school depending on the weather.
Come for good fellowship, donuts and hot drinks!
St. Mary’s Parish School of Religion (PSR) or Sunday School
(Kindergarten through 8th grade) will be held on
Sunday mornings, 10:45 a.m.–11:50 a.m.
through May 20th. Children can be registered at anytime during the year by contacting Bill Keimig. Cost for one student, $85; for two students, $105; and three students, $120. We look forward to continuing to work with you to ensure that love for Jesus Christ and His Church gets passed down to the next generation.
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ON THE “BIG SCREEN”
DVD’s and videos that will really help you appreciate, live and love your Catholic faith better and get closer to God! Donuts and hot drinks will be provided. This program will be held in the school library from 11:00 to 11:50 a.m. on the following Sundays:
Sunday, February 18th—His Last Words (The last Good Friday sermon of Archbishop Fulton Sheen. The Church is examining his case for sainthood; he wrote 95 books and won an Emmy for his TV preaching.)
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Baptismal Classes for parents wishing to have their child baptized will be on the
4th Sunday of the month (January 28th) after the 12 p.m. Mass.
You must pre-register! Please contact Bill Keimig to pre-register or for further information.
Adults – Learn Your Faith – Hearts Aflame Course
The Hearts Aflame Course on the Creed is soon to begin. The dates are as follows:
All Sundays, January 28th, February 4th, 11th and 18th. The course will be held from 1:15 to 4:30 p.m. in the school library. This is a great opportunity to learn in detail what the Church teaches.
Catholics Coming Home is an apostolate for those who are considering returning to their Catholic faith, or just wanting to talk about their struggles with the Church. We will meet on
Monday evenings from 7:30–9:00 p.m. (except major holidays) in the school library. New participants are welcome at any session.
RCIA: Our inquiry sessions have just begun, but we are still waiting for YOU!
The RCIA process if a journey of faith:
~through the initial stages of asking and seeking,
~through beginning involvement with faithful Catholics,
~through hearing the Gospel proclaimed and by faithful reflection and prayer on this Word of God,
~through study and discussions about Catholic teaching and way of life,
~through doubts and hesitations,
~through a growing desire to love and serve others,
~through discernment of God’s call to each human life,
~through the steps of commitment,
~through the sacraments of initiation (Baptism, Confirmation and Eucharist)
You do not have to journey alone!
RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults) sessions will be held on
Tuesday evenings at 7:15 p.m. in the school library. Feel free to come any Tuesday. Please call Bill Keimig, Director of Religious Education, if you have questions or would like further information.
The Gospel of John with Deacon Ames will be held on
Wednesday evenings through May 9th (except for major holidays) from 7:15–8:45 p.m. in the parish conference room. You will need to acquire the textbook, “St. John’s Gospel, A Bible Study Guide and Commentary” by Stephen Ray, and published by Ignatius Press. It is available online at
www.ignatius.com
or can be ordered by phone at 1-800-651-1531. The cost is $19.95 plus shipping and handling. Please feel free to join us! Contact person: Deacon Ames at (301) 203-9174.
Living in the Spirit:
St. Mary’s Catholic Charismatic Renewal (CCR) prayer group meets weekly on
Thursday nights from 7:30–9:30 p.m. at the Rusins’ home. Join us for prayerful singing, strong fellowship and new friendships! Please call Carol Rusin at (301) 292-1114 for directions.
Cenacle Prayer Group meets Friday evenings
(except for the 1st Friday of the month) from 8:00–9:00 p.m. in Our Lady’s Chapel. Prayers are focused on behalf of our priests. We also petition Mother Mary to protect our families. Children of all ages are welcome! Contact person: Joan Yates (301) 283-2206.
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YOUTH GROUP
Youth Group Director: Mrs. Paola Carts
(301) 283-0167
Youth in grades 7th through 12th are invited!
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There will be a Pizza Night on Friday, February 16th at the Magnificat House. The theme will be “Myth buster: Can Catholics Be Cool?”
Youth Ministry Calendar
| Month |
Youth
Meeting Dates |
Other
Events |
| February |
Friday, 2/16 |
Mount 2000
& Beyond |
| March |
Friday, 3/16 |
Lent, Living
Stations, Soup Supper, Parish Clean-Up |
| April |
Friday, 4/20 |
4/7 Easter
Luminaries |
| May |
Friday, 5/18 |
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Items are still needed for the on-line fund raiser; please contact Paola Carts if you have an item to donate.
There will be a Youth Passion Play on Friday, March 30th. We need actors, ushers, behind-the-scene crew, etc. If interested, please contact Paola Carts.
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