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"I have other sheep that do not belong to this fold. These also I must lead, and they will hear My voice, and there will be one flock, one shepherd. This is why the Father loves Me, because I lay down my life in order to take it up again."
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 First CommunionFor most of us the occasion of First Communion in the life of a parish is a day of great joy and excitement. The Church rejoices in the gathering of families celebrating the innocent love of God in the lives of their children. Our children approach the central Mystery of our faith with reverence and wonder. For years they have watched the adults in the local Church rise and partake of the Bread of Life. Over the years, it may have been the voice of one of these littles ones saying, “I want one, too.” The Lord reminds us that He wants the little children to come to Him and for us not to hinder them from coming. My prayer for our little ones is simple—I pray that this will be the first of many communions throughout their lives. My experience over the years has at times sadly been that some of our children make their first and last communion on the same day. May God strengthen the parents of our first communicants to grow ever more faithful in being not only the first teachers of their children in the Faith but the very best of teachers.†
 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.
Thank you!
Friday, May 19th Movie Night 6:30 p.m. Accokeek Knights of Columbus Hall.
THE Da VINCI CODE Internationally renowned speaker and author, Mark Shea will be speaking at the Immaculate Heart of Mary Church in Lexington Park, MD on Monday, May 8th at 7:00 p.m. You will not only learn the devices of the “man behind the curtain” as DVC author, Dan Brown, attempts to attack the Christian faith and establish a creation myth for resurgent paganism, you will also learn the solid truth of the Faith and acquire the information necessary to defend it from this cunning and dishonest attack. See www.mark-shea.com. For more information contact Glenn Cooper at (301) 737-3357 or Cookie Pontzer at (301) 737-1796. ROSARY PILGRIMAGE The annual Rosary Pilgrimage will be held at St. Ignatius Church, Chapel Point, Maryland to honor Our Blessed Mother. The pilgrimage will begin at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, May 13th and take place at the outdoor shrine to Our Lady. There will be a procession to the Shrine led by the Knights of Columbus as well as recitation of a Living Rosary followed by the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass. For further information, please contact St. Ignatius Church at (301) 934-8245. THE JEWELER’S SHOP
The Jeweler’s Shop is a drama about love by Pope John Paul II. This is a moving theatrical experience about the trials, tribulations and triumphs of love. Performances are held at the Pope John Paul II Cultural Center, 3900 Harewood Road, NE, Washington, D.C. on the weekends of May 19th through June 18th (no performances the weekend of May 27th-29th). Friday and Saturday performances are at 8:00 p.m., Sunday at 2:00 p.m. Students & Seniors, $12; Clergy & Religious, $10; Group rate (10 or more), $15/ticket; and General Admission, $17. Please call (202) 635-5468 or (877) 767-3872 for reservations. DINNER DANCE Holy Spirit Church, Forestville, Maryland, is celebrating its 40th Anniversary on Pentecost Sunday, June 4th with a Dinner Dance. All former parishioners are invited to join the celebration at the Knights of Columbus Sarto Hall, 3611 Stewart Road, Forestville, Maryland from 4:30–9:00 p.m. The menu consists of: garden salad, rolls/butter, Steamship Round of beef, baked salmon, garlic mashed potatoes, red roasted potatoes, vegetable medley, dessert, coffee, tea or soda. The cost is $25 per person or $200 for a table of eight. The deadline for reservations is Monday, May 15, 2006. Please contact Mary Oliver at the Parish House (301) 336-3707 if you wish to attend. RETREATS FOR YOUNG MEN
Please join Father Panke and the Seminarians of the Archdiocese of
Washington for a retreat aimed at helping young men discover how to
live an authentic Christian life. Please contact the Vocations Office
for a registration form at (301) 853-4580 or
vocations@adw.org.
CELEBRATING ARCHBISHOP CARROLL Please join Bishop Kevin Farrell, Lt. Gov. Michael Steele, Coach John Thompson, and the Board of Directors of Archbishop Carroll High School for the 14th Annual Spring Benefit and Hall of Honor at The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts on Monday, June 12th from 6:00–9:00 p.m. This year’s inductees are John T. Butler, James P. Mumford and Bishop George V. Murry, S.J. For tickets or more information, please call (202) 529-1193. COVER THE UNINSURED
The Archdiocesan Health Care Network, AHCN, provides access to health care and comprehensive services for low-income uninsured members of our community. Together physicians, dentists, medical facilities, clinics, agencies, businesses, governments, churches and other groups work together to provide medical services. AHCN links uninsured families to low cost or free health programs for those in need. Services include specialty care, lab and x-rays, eye exams, hearing aids, physical therapy, mental health, dental, prescriptions and hospitalization. YOU CAN HELP!
To find out more information, make a contribution or join the Archdiocesan Health Care Network as a provider, please call (202) 481-1427.
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Do you like to sing? Do you play a musical instrument? Come and use your talents while worshiping Him. The Traditional choir practice meets on Thursday night at 7:30 p.m. and the Contemporary choir, on
Sunday at 9:00 a.m.—both in the Main Church. Please call Dr. Mickey Terry at (202) 581-6304 if you are interested in joining.
 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!
 Can YOU watch with me for just one hour?
Adorers and visitors are welcome to attend any hour of adoration. We are also in need of regular adorers and substitutes. 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!
Division Captains Tues & Wed 6 a.m. to Noon Pam Rizzo (301) 292-5191
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Quilters Wanted: St. Mary’s Piecemakers will be starting the new quilt for 2006. We meet once a week and can really use the extra help! Previous experience is not necessary. If you’d like to join us, please call Pat Seaquist at (301) 843-2082.
Apply now…there are still a few openings at St. Mary’s.
We are currently taking applications at St. Mary’s School; however, we are being selective and accepted applicants will be on a first come first serve basis. Please call Cathy Wall at (301) 292-2522 to schedule an appointment, a private tour, and testing for your child.
St. Mary’s School will be holding our Third Annual Faith Fair on
Thursday, May 18th and Friday, May 19th. On Thursday morning, the children will participate in a special cinematic followed by an opportunity to learn new prayers and try out new forms of art. On Thursday afternoon there will be a Talent Show, which will include skits, songs, oratory, and competitions based on religious themes. On Friday morning, after Mass, the entire school will assemble for team competitions followed by Carnival games.
St. Mary’s Parish School of Religion (PSR) is held every Sunday from 10:45–11:50 a.m. in our school. Children can still register for
PSR; fees are $85 for one student; $105 for two students or $120 for three or more students. 
Baptismal Classes for parents wishing to have their child baptized will be on the
4th Sunday of the month after the 12:00 p.m. Mass. You must pre-register! Please contact Bill Keimig to pre-register or for further information.
Natural Family Planning Classes will be held at the Keimig’s home (1500 Schall Road, Accokeek) on the following
Sunday afternoons: May 21st, and June 18th from 1:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Please contact Heather at (301) 203-9293 to pre-register.
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 7:30–9:00 p.m. (except major holidays) in the school library. New participants are welcome at any session.
Mom’s Fellowship and Prayer Group will meet on Tuesday mornings at 10:00 a.m. for playtime and to pray the rosary. Moms with kids in tow or any other ladies who desire to learn to love our Lord in the Holy Eucharist and our Lady through the rosary. Contact Heather Keimig at (301) 203-9293 for meeting location each week and further information. 
Christian Initiation of Adults
(RCIA)
will meet on Tuesday evening from 7:15 p.m. to 9:15 p.m. in the school library through June. All are welcome who are considering becoming a Catholic or just want to find out what the Catholic faith is all about.
Bible Sharing on the Book of Romans with Deacon George Ames will meet on
Wednesday evenings from 7:00–8:30 p.m. in the conference room of the parish office
through May 17th. Contact person: Deacon Ames (301) 292-0527 Ext. 105 or
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 1305 Christopher Lane in Ft. Washington. Join us for prayerful singing, strong fellowship and new friendships! Please call Bob Ryan at (301) 203-8203 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. Family prayer focused on interceding on behalf of priests and petitioning Mother Mary to protect our families. Children of all ages are welcome! Contact person: Joan Yates (301) 283-2206.
ARISE-Women of Prayer will meet every 2nd Saturday
of the month from 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. a.m. at Our Lady’s Chapel and till 10:30 a.m. in the school library.
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 (May 7th) after the 9:30 a.m. Mass in the school hall.
New members are welcome to attend! For further information, please contact Mary Parker at (301) 292-6656 or Vicki Burton at (301) 292-9012.
The Sodality Mother/Daughter Brunch
will be held on Sunday, May 21st in the parish hall after the 9:30 a.m. Mass.
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