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4th Sunday in Ordinary Time
January 30, 2005
"Blessed are they who are persecuted for the sake of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Blessed are you when they insult you and persecute you and utter every kind of evil against you (falsely) because of Me. Rejoice and be glad, for your reward will be great in heaven." - Mt 5:10-12
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Weekday Mass Schedule
Note: *From June thru Labor Day Weekend, Sunday Mass will be at 11:00 a.m.; the rest of the year at noon. 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 Angelini 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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Please pray for the following parishioners and/or friends who are currently serving overseas:
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Blessed are they who are what they are and do what they do for the sake of the kingdom! The Gospel today assures good stewards that their suffering and their service on behalf of the Kingdom will be rewarded!
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There will be a special Thank You Mass for all of St. Mary’s volunteers on Sunday, February 6th after the noon Mass. Thank you to all who have helped St. Mary’s in the past year!
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Father Gary Villanueva will be celebrating Mass at 8 p.m. on
Friday, February 4th. Those participating in this special Mass are remindd that First Saturday is celebrated at the 8:30 a.m. Mass.|
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The end of January 2005 We have all witnessed the on-going efforts in dealing with the tsunami disaster, read the materials in the bulletin on the larger issue of life, watched and/or participated in the inauguration of President Bush and the Right to Life March, watched anxiously as the snow has begun to make its visitations, and the Iraqi elections are being held. Even with all of these events, we find ourselves dealing with the demands of every day life. Numerous stories could be shared by the many families that make up our parish. It can become a little overwhelming at times and isolating. Where can we find balance and a sense of hope and renewal? The answer remains the same - the Lord. A conscious reaching out to God in prayer, a visit to the Blessed Sacrament, the recitation of the Rosary, a short reading from the Scriptures - these are a few great ways to restore balance and to keep one’s sanity. |
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SCHOOL NEWS |
| On Saturday, February 5th, some of our school children will receive the Sacrament of Penance for the first time. There will be a 10:00 AM Penance Service followed by Confessions in the Main Church. |
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RELIGIOUS EDUCATION |
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Book Discussion Group meets every
Sunday morning from 10:45 to 11:45 a.m. in the faculty lounge or behind the school depending on the weather.
Come and join in for good fellowship, donuts and hot drinks! 
Catholics Coming Home
is an apostolate for those considering returning to their Catholic faith, needing help with an annulment, a divorce situation, or just wanting to talk about their struggles with the Church. We will meet on
Monday evenings from 7:30 to 9:00 p.m. (except holidays) in the school library. Participants are welcome at any session. Please contact Bill Keimig at (301) 292-0527 if you have questions. 
A Tour of the Doctors of the Church with Father Gary on
Tuesday mornings from 9:30 to 11:00 a.m. for 10 sessions through June 7th in the parish office conference room. New members may join at
anytime.
Mom’s Group: Come pray the rosary and let the kids play on
Tuesday mornings at 10:00 a.m. Contact Heather Keimig (301) 203-9293 for more information.
Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults will be held on Tuesday evenings through May 10th
from 7:15 to 9:15 p.m. in the school library. RCIA is for those considering becoming Catholic; inquirers are always welcome.
Our Bible Sharing Group will meet on
Wednesday evenings from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. through May 25th in the parish office conference room. Deacon Ames will be sharing the Gospel of Luke.
Life in the Spirit:
Come visit the new St. Mary’s Prayer Group on Thursday evenings
from 7:30 to 9:00 p.m. in the school hall for singing, strong
fellowship and new friendships. Please call Bob Ryan at (301)
203-8203 if you have any questions. |
MUSIC MINISTRY |
 Maurice Durufle’s “Requiem” will be performed by St. Mary’s Traditional Choir on
Sunday, March 13th at 4 p.m. in the main church. We are in need of additional singers, if interested please contact Dr. Terry at (202) 581-6304. |
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PARISH NEWS |
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Raffle tickets to benefit the James Cardinal Hickey Scholarship will be sold after all Masses starting February 5th–February 27th. First place prize will be $500, 2nd place $300, 3rd place $100, 4th place $100 and 5th place $100. For further information, please call Dorothy Jones at (301) 372-8922.
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Welcome to the following newly registered parishioners:
Mr. & Mrs. Kurt Davis, Ms. Leticia R. Flores, Mr. & Mrs. Matthew Fowler, Mr. & Mrs. Christopher Palor, Mr. & Mrs. Warren Reecks, and Mr. & Mrs. Paul Watson, Jr.
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OUTSIDE OF PARISH EVENTS |
| Hearts Aflame is coming to St. Bernardine of Siena Parish for a discussion on Morality. The class will be held on the following
Thursdays: February 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th, and March 3rd from 7 to 9 p.m. Please call Jo Anne Mulcahy by January 28th to register at (301) 736-0707. Has Your Loved One Left Through Death, Divorce, or Separation and the feelings seem unbearable? The Beginning Experience Team will host a special weekend program for you in an atmosphere of care, concern, and confidentiality on February 4th, 5th, and 6th. Call our 24-hour message center at (202) 298-9717 or (703) 541-1244 for more information. Men’s Vocation Retreat for men in their 20’s, 30’s, and 40’s considering a call to the priesthood on Friday, February 4th thru Sunday, February 6th. The retreat will allow men time away from the daily grind and provide an opportunity for prayer and reflection to examine God’s call. No high pressure. It costs you nothing more than your time. To register or for more information, contact Fr. Rob Panke, Director of Priest Vocations at (301) 853-4580 or vocations@adw.org. Lobby Night in Annapolis on Monday, February 21st. Parishioners are invited to join other Catholics from around the state at the Maryland Catholic Conference’s 21st Annual Lobby Night in Annapolis. It’s set for President’s Day, a state and federal holiday. Registration is at 2:45 p.m. at St. Mary’s High School, 111 Duke of Gloucester Street, Annapolis, MD 21401. Lobby Night features a prayer service, briefings on legislation under consideration by the Maryland legislature and face-to-face meetings with state lawmakers. To register, contact Adrian Poole at (301) 853-4547 or poolea@adw.org. Appointments will be made with lawmakers representing your legislative district. Make 2005 your best year ever! Please take a little time from your hectic lives for you and your spouse. Attend a marriage encounter weekend, you’ll be glad you did. The next weekend is April 22nd–24th in Gaithersburg, MD. For more information or to register, call (301) 924-5683 (toll free) 1-800-795-LOVE. The Catholic Standard and El Pregonero newspapers invite you to join Monsignor Thomas Kane of St. Patrick’s parish in Rockville on a pilgrimage to Italy from
April 24th–May 3rd. Come along as we visit the jewel of the Renaissance, Florence, and view her many artistic masterpieces. Pray with us in Assisi at the Basilica and tomb of St. Francis. Experience all the wonders of Rome and the Vatican and attend the Sunday blessing by Pope John Paul II. For more information and a brochure, please contact Laurie Enceneat, Director of Parish Relations, at (202) 281-2409 or
laurie@cathstan.org.
A PRAYER FOR UNDERSTANDING Help me understand the needs of those |
