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3rd Sunday of Easter
April 10, 2005
And it happened that, while [Jesus] was with them at table, He took bread, said the blessing, broke it, and gave it to them. With that their eyes were opened and they recognized Him, but He vanished from their sight. - Lk 24:30-31
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Current Week's 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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PRAYER LISTS PARISHIONERS FAMILY AND FRIENDS
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Please pray for the following parishioners and/or friends who are currently serving overseas:
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St. Mary’s Parish Mission
St. Mary’s Parish Mission with Redemptorist Father William Maggs will start on Sunday, April 10th at all Masses and then Sunday night to Thursday night, April 14th. The mission in the mornings will be at 8:30 a.m. in Our Lady’s Chapel and evenings at 8:00 p.m. in the Main Church. There will be a Penance Service on Wednesday, April 13th at 7:30 p.m. in the Main Church.
The Issues of Life and Death???
With the death of Mrs. Theresa Schiavo, nee Schindler, much discussion has taken place in our homes, places of work and in other settings. Without commenting on the many questions that have arisen in this particular case—a central point of reflection has emerged for all of us. What if we find ourselves in a medical emergency or circumstance unable to articulate our desires? It is important that all of us designate to one person the necessary power of attorney with all the authority to make decisions. Our families must be made aware of our thoughts on this subject matter and our primary physician needs to be made aware of our desires. This process must also be made within the moral teaching of the Church. It is true that the variables are different for each and every circumstance. However, by having this element of our lives in good order, much confusion can be avoided. Lastly, a periodic update and discussion of our wishes with our responsible agent is prudent and wise.
| Welcome to new parishioners: Mr. Brian Buteler, Ms. Leslie Eckzird, Ms. Druezella High and Mr. & Mrs. George McCree. |
The disciples in today’s Gospel came to know Jesus in the breaking of the bread. When we share what we have with those who are in need, we, too, will discover Jesus in our midst.
| EASTER FLOWERS: In Memory/Honor of: Thomas & Madlyn McCann, Edward & Dorothy Camalier, Maggie Gladden and Sean Butler. |
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SCHOOL NEWS |
Do miracles happen in your child’s school? They do at St. Mary’s!
Our kindergarten is almost full; our other grades have a few openings. If you are interested, please call Cathy Wall (301) 292-2522 at the school office for an appointment and/or a private tour.
School Calendar Raffle Winners
| Drawing Date | Winning # | Winner's Name | |
| 3/31/2005 | 192 | John & Christine Gartung |
Mark Your Calendars Now: Vacation Bible School will be held from
Monday, August 1st through Friday, August 5th from 8:30 a.m. till noon.
St. Mary’s Home and School Association (HSA)
is sponsoring its annual Family Bingo Night on Friday, April 29th from 7-9 p.m. in the parish hall. Food will be served at 6 p.m. to include pizza, subs, sodas, chips and desserts! All are invited! For further information or to place a food order, please call Christine Lee at (301) 538-0002.
The deadline for food orders is Tuesday, April 26th. Thank you!
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PARISH NEWS Bulletin articles must be submitted by 4:30 p.m. on Friday for publication 2 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. |
Come and join Sodality on a day Pilgrimage to St. Michael’s on
Wednesday, June 1st. For further information, please contact Sandra Ginyard at (301) 248-9425. |
St. Mary’s Annual Sodality Retreat will be held on
Friday, April 22nd and Sunday, April 23rd at the Washington Retreat House on 4000 Harwood Road, NE, Washington, D.C. The cost will be $125; seniors age 65 and over, $115. If you are interested in attending, please contact Vicki Burton at (301) 292-9012.
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RELIGIOUS EDUCATION |
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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 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 7:30–9:00 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.
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.
A Tour of the Doctors of the Church
with Father Gary on Tuesday mornings, 9:30–11:00 a.m. for 10 sessions
through June 7th in the parish office conference room. Thirty-three saints have been given the title “Doctor of the Church” by Popes through the centuries. These saints are specially venerated for their great learning, personal holiness, and value to the life of the universal Church. Come and join us as we take a look at these amazing saints! New members may join at anytime.
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:
St. Mary’s newly formed Catholic Charismatic Renewal (CCR) prayer group meets weekly on
Thursday nights at 7:30 p.m. Please call Bob Ryan at (301) 203-8203 for the location.
How to Practice Family Planning (instead of artificial birth control) taught by Heather Keimig, MSN. Classes will be held
Sunday afternoons: April 17th, May 1st, 22nd, and June 12th from 1:30-3:30 p.m. at the Keimig’s house in Accokeek. Please contact Heather at (301) 203-9293 to register and for further information. “Dare to Dream Again,” the annual conference for separated, divorced and widowed Catholics, will be held on Saturday, April 16th at the Loyola College Graduate Center in Columbia. For further information please call Myra at (410) 724-0073 or visit http://www.conferenceincolumbia.Itgo.com/.
Healing Mass at St. Edward’s Catholic Church in Bowie on Tuesday, April 19th at 7:30 p.m. followed by a healing service. Please call (301) 249-9199 for further information.
St. Margaret’s School, Seat Pleasant, 50th Anniversary will be held on Saturday, May 21st and Sunday, May 22nd at the parish. Please call (301) 513-5775 or visit their website at http://www.stmoscs.org/50thAnniversary.htm.
Camp St. Charles will have a parent/child weekend Friday, April 15th–Sunday, April 17th including an open house on Sunday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. There will be a parent volunteer weekend Friday, April 29th – Sunday, May 1st. Children can experience two fun filled weeks at Camp St. Charles for a reasonable price. For more information see their website at www.campstcharles.com or call them at (301) 259-2645.
Vocations Retreat Day on Sunday, April 17th at St. Andrew’s Convent in Clinton will be held for women who might be interested in seeking a deeper union with Christ and His Church. Please call Sister Mary Angela, R.S.M. at (301) 297-5617 for further information.
Married Couples! Want to make your good marriage a GREAT marriage? Attend a Marriage Encounter Weekend. The next weekend is April 22–24th in Gaithersburg, MD. For more information or to register, go to www.wwme.org or call (301) 924-5683. Toll free number is 1-800-795-LOVE. .