June 28, 2015

ST. LEO THE GREAT CHURCH
FAIRFAX, VIRGINIA
www.stleofairfax.com
Dear Friends,
Saint Thomas More was born
in 1477. He married and had one son
and three daughters.
While
Chancellor in the king's Court, he
wrote works on law, polics, culture,
and in defense of the Catholic
faith. At one me one of King Henry
VIII's most trusted ministers, More
was beheaded on July 6, 1535 by order of the King because
he and St. John Fisher, Bishop of Rochester had resisted in
accepng the “Act of Supremacy” of 1534, by which
Parliament declared King Henry VIII to be the “Supreme
Head of the Church of England.” The act also required an
oath of loyalty from English subjects that recognized the
king’s marriage to Ann Boleyn. His memorial is celebrated
on June 22 together with that of St. John Fisher who was
beheaded on this date. The following is an excerpt from a
le=er St. Thomas wrote to his daughter Margaret while in
prison awaing execuon.
“Although I know well, Margaret, that because of my past
wickedness I deserve to be abandoned by God, I cannot
but trust in his merciful goodness. His grace has
strengthened me unl now and made me content to lose
goods, land, and life as well, rather than to swear against
my conscience. God's grace has given the king a gracious
frame of mind toward me, so that as yet he has taken from
me nothing but my liberty. In doing this His Majesty has
done me such great good with respect to spiritual profit
that I trust that among all the great benefits he has heaped
so abundantly upon me I count my imprisonment the very
greatest. I cannot, therefore, mistrust the grace of God.
By the merits of his bi=er passion joined to mine and far
surpassing in merit for me all that I can suffer myself, his
bounteous goodness shall release me from the pains of
purgatory and shall increase my reward in heaven besides.
I will not mistrust him, Meg, though I shall feel myself
weakening and on the verge of being overcome with fear. I
shall remember how Saint Peter at a blast of wind began to
sink because of his lack of faith, and I shall do as he did: call
upon Christ and pray to him for help. And then I trust he
shall place his holy hand on me and in the stormy seas hold
me up from drowning.
And finally, Margaret, I know this well: that without my
fault he will not let me be lost. I shall, therefore, with good
hope commit myself wholly to him. And if he permits me
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to perish for my faults, then I shall serve as praise for his
jusce. But in good faith, Meg, I trust that his tender pity
shall keep my poor soul safe and make me commend his
mercy.
And, therefore, my own good daughter, do not let your
mind be troubled over anything that shall happen to me in
this world. Nothing can come but what God wills. And I am
very sure that whatever that be, however bad it may seem,
it shall indeed be the best.”
St. Thomas More, pray for us that we may be
steadfast in following our consciences as we strive to be
faithful to Christ and engaged and loyal cizens of our
naon.
In Christ,
Rev. David A. Whitestone, Pastor
Faith & Food at P.J. Skidoos
Please join us on Monday, July 6th at 7
pm, for an evening of fellowship and
lively discussion over dinner (appetizers on us!) Father
Whitestone will speak about Religious Liberty. Be sure to
bring your friends! All ages are welcome!
To suggest topics or submit questions you would like
answered, please contact Carolyn:
[email protected], 703-273-7277.
FRASSATI FAIRFAX Under the patronage of
Bl. Giorgio Frassati, we are a community of
young adults (20's-30's, singles and
couples) who are striving to deepen our
faith, serve the community, and evangelize
the culture, while enjoying coffee & outdoors-y activities.
UPCOMING EVENTS:
June 29 Running Group! Meet in front of the Church at
7:00pm. Come for a fun run and prayer around Fairfax
City. All skill levels welcome!
Wednesday, July 8: Mid-Week Long Hike at Little
Sluice! Join us for a 13 mile day hike with big
rewards! Depart after 6:15 am Mass. Pack a lunch. Back
by 8pm.
Find us on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/groups/
FrassatiFairfax/ . Follow us on Twitter: @FrassatiFairfax
For more Info, contact us at: [email protected].
THIRTEENTH 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 parish office will be closed
on Friday, July 3rd
for the 4th of July holiday.
May God bless our nation!
BLESSING OF PARENTS NEXT SUNDAY, July 5 On the 1
Sunday of each month, Saint Leo parish offers a blessing for
Expectant and Adopting Parents in support of life & family.
The blessing takes place after 9am Mass in church. Parents
in any stage of pregnancy or adoption process are invited.
Acts 12:1-11; 2 Tm 4:6-8, 17-18;
Mt 16:13-19
Gn 19:15-29; Mt 8:23-27
Gn 21:5, 8-20a; Mt 8:28-34
Gn 22:1b-19; Mt 9:1-8
Eph 2:19-22; Jn 20:24-29
Gn 27:1-5, 15-29; Mt 9:14-17
Ez 2:2-5; 2 Cor 12:7-10; Mk 6:1-6a
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MASS INTENTIONS
June 29 through July 5
THE 11 AM MASS NEXT SUNDAY, July 5, will be for the
souls of those parishioners, family members and friends who
have died during the last month. If you would like to have
someone remembered in the Prayers of the Faithful at this
Mass, please call 703-273-5369.
Mon.:
6:15
9:00
Leonard Gross
Kenneth Mast
Tues.:
6:15
9:00
Special Intention
Wanda Downey
FIRST SATURDAY DEVOTIONS: Next Saturday, July 4th,
we will have our regular First Saturday devotions beginning
with 9 am Mass, ending with Benediction. Come, pray for
peace and an end to abortion.
Wed.:
6:15
9:00
Janina Stadnik
Florence Urban
Thurs.:
6:15
9:00
Mieczyslaw Mazur
Special intention
Fri.:
6:15
9:00
Mary Carmen Laney
Henry Budzynski
Sat.:
9:00
5:00
Respect Life
Laureano Sejas
Sun.:
7:30
9:00
11:00
1:00
5:00
Praise, Worship, & Adoration will take a summer break in
the months of July and August. We will resume on Sept. 5.
Race for Seminarians Run the Marine Corps
Marathon/10K on October 25 to support the
future priests of the Arlington Diocese! Runners
and walkers of all experience levels are
welcome. For more info on joining the Race for
Seminarians team, visit www.arlingtonvocations.org.
Marriage Help Retrouvaille has helped tens of thousands
of couples at all stages of disillusionment or misery in their
marriage. This program can help you too. For confidential
information or to register for the program beginning the
weekend of July 17, call 703-351-7211 or visit
www.HelpOurMarriage.com.
Peter’s Pence (Holy Father) Collection In the second
collection today, we are supporting Pope Francis in his
charitable works. The Peter’s Pence Collection is taken up
worldwide to support the most disadvantaged: victims of
war, oppression, and natural disasters. This is an
opportunity to join with our Holy Father, Pope Francis, and
be a witness of charity to our suffering brothers and sisters.
Please be generous in today’s collection.
For The Parish
Geraldine Willett
deceased of the parish
In Thanksgiving
Loretta Conroy
In addition to the regular schedule of Masses, Mass has
been offered for the following intentions: Joseph (JT) &
Cristie Codd, Robert Hogan, Mary Bollinger.
BAPTISM CLASS IS MANDATORY at Saint
Leo. The next class is Tuesday, July 14th 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 is the Peter’s Pence
Collection for the Holy Father. Please be generous.
ST. LEO THE GREAT CHURCH
FAIRFAX, VIRGINIA
www.stleofairfax.com
A VOCATION VIEW
“The measure that you measure with will be
measured back to you.” If you think you may
be called to serve Jesus as a priest, deacon
or in the consecrated life, consider the
measure of God’s mercy you will give and
receive. Call Father J.D. Jaffe at (703) 841-2514, or write:
[email protected].
Boys Soccer Camp at Paul VI High School: July 27- 31:
Little Campers Camp for boys ages 5-8: 9 -10 am ($75) and
Day Camp for boys ages 9-15: 9 am- 3 pm ($230). For more
info visit: http://www.paulvi.net/boys-soccer
nd
th
Girls Lacrosse Camp at PVI: Rising 2 through 9 grades:
July 13-16: 9 am- 12 pm. Early registration before June 1 is
$150; after June 1 is $175. For more info visit: http://
www.paulvi.net/girlslacrosse
Coach Allen's Girls & Boys Basketball Camps: located
at St Leo & Paul VI:
July 13 - 17 / July 20 - 24 Grades 2 - 8
from 9 am - 4 pm. Information available
at: www.pvibasketball.com
Coach Allen's Shooting Academy: June 29 - July 1
Grades 5 - 8 from 2 - 5 pm at St Leo. Information available
at: www.pvibasketball.com
St Leo the Great Mini-Hoopster Camp: June 29 - July 2
Grades K - 2 from 9 am - 1:30 pm. Information available
at:www.pvibasketball.com
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.
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The Vocations Chalice: Have you heard about
our parish endeavor to promote vocations? The
chalice is being passed from family to family for a
week. The family prays the prayer for vocations
together. Then, at the end of the week, they return
it to the church on Sunday so that it can be passed
on to another family. Are you interested in
receiving the chalice in your home?
If you would like more information, please contact the
parish office (703-273-5369).
CATHOLIC ATHLETES FOR CHRIST
Catholic Baseball Camp
Friday, July 24
9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Paul VI Catholic High School
10675 Fairfax Blvd., Fairfax
Appearances from: Craig Stammen,
Washington Naonals pitcher; Former
MLB stars: Bill Bordley, San Francisco
Giants pitcher; Tom Carroll, Cincinna Reds pitcher; Jim
Hannan, Washington Senators pitcher; Fred Valenne,
Washington Senators ouCielder; Also, priests/deacons/
seminarians on the DC Padres baseball team!
Mass held at the start of camp / Confessions available!
Talks highlighng the Catholic Faith and vocaons!
Lunch provided to campers!
Instrucon led by former MLB players!
Ages 8-16
Camp Fee: $50 per camper
For more informaon or to register,
contact CAC at 703- 239-3070
or email Ray McKenna at [email protected]
www.catholicathletesforchrist.org
www.twitter.com/catholicathlete
www.facebook.com/catholicathletes
www.youtube.com/catholicathletes
Spotlight on Arts Summer Camps: Theatre & Art for K- 12!
Camp Broadway, Art Explorer Camp and more offered as day
camps in July! Catholic Professionals instruct young people in
the arts through these highly interactive day camps directed by
Rob Tessier, All Saints Youth Minister and Director of Upper
Room Theatre Ministry. For more information and online
registration forms, visit www.SpotlightSummerCamps.com
BISHOP IRETON HIGH SCHOOL SUMMER CAMPS Bishop
Ireton High School announces it’s 2015 summer camp
offerings at its Alexandria campus. The variety of camps
includes theater, basketball, soccer, football, baseball, and
lacrosse. The ages served are rising 1st graders through rising
12th graders. For a brochure and a registration form please
email [email protected] or call 703-212-5190.
THIRTEENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
Religious Education News
Catechists and assistants needed for 2015-2016 school
year. Please call Toni Haaland at 703 273-4868 if you would
like to help to teach the Faith. Training provided. All
volunteers must be fully compliant with the requirements of
the Diocesan Office for the Protection of Children/Young
People. Please volunteer early so we may help you.
Registration for Religious Education 2015-2016 has
begun. Please register early to so we are better able to serve
you. There are a limited number of classes. If you have
questions, please call Toni Haaland at 703 273-4868.
Religious Education Office:
703-273-4868
The Ladies and Knights of Columbus are
hosting a Wine & Chocolate Pairing on
Sunday, July 12, 6:00 pm at Providence
Hall. Cost $10/person for 5 different
wine/chocolate
pairs.
Knights
of
Columbus member and former Inn at
Little Washington chef, and master
sommelier Kevin McGuire will lead you through a decadent
journey in the world of chocolate and wine pairing. All are
welcome!
Please RSVP to [email protected] by Sat. July 11.
Father Diamond Council
Events & Calendar
Meetings – 2nd and 4th Tuesdays
8:00 PM
Providence Hall
6/30
7/7
End of Fraternal Year
1st Officer’s Meeting of 2015-16 Fraternal Year
7:30 pm at Providence Hall
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Join the Knights – Contact Vince Wilson – 703-218-3432
Pantry Distribution Summer Hours: Distribution is
on the 3rd Wednesday evening of the month, and on
Saturday morning following the 3rd Wednesday.
July: Wed, 7/15, 6:00pm-7:30pm; Sat, 7/18, 9am-11:30am
August: Wed, 8/19: 6:00-7:30pm; Sat, 8/22: 9am-11:30am
Food pantry requests: Dried beans (especially 15 bean), crackers,
hash, cooking oil/sprays, canned fruit & tomatoes, mashed
potatoes, sugar/stevia, pancake mix, flour, sugar/stevia, canned
meats/fish, and powdered/canned milk.
Lamb Center: During the summer months, we pick up additional days
to provide lunch to The Lamb Center while other groups take the
summer off. We don’t. If your group would like to help cover a lunch mid
July or August, please leave a message at 703/352-3509. Donation
request: pocket size sprays for TLC guests during July.
HIGH SCHOOL:
Our summer schedule begins tomorrow, June 29
with our 1st Monday Morning Mass & Breakfast! (M&M&M)
M&M&M - Join us throughout summer as we meet for Mass
at 9AM with free breakfast right aIer and a fun acvity/
trip. Our first one is June 29th — Bowling at Bowl America!
Steubenville Youth Conference JULY 10-12 Encountering
Jesus Christ in the Sacraments, Eucharisc Adoraon, and
Praise and Worship. There will be engaging speakers,
workshops, and lots of me for fun. COST: $250 - Includes
the conference, meals, lodging, transportaon, and a tshirt. Interested? Email Erik at [email protected]
Girls CLC is this week, Monday, June 29, 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, July 1, 7:309pm. 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 Erik Teter
at [email protected]
Middle School
Wednesday, July 1: Into the Deep Bible Study! Open to all
Rising 6th-Rising 9th Grade students. Join us for a 4 part series
on Wednesdays: July 1, July 8, July 15. We meet for 9am
Mass, followed by breakfast and Bible Study unl 11:00am.
Bring a Bible and journal. Cost: FREE!
Thursday, July 9: Capture the Flag and Bonfire Night! Bring a
friend and challenge yourself with an epic late aIernoon
game of Capture the Flag, followed by a Bonfire with S'Mores
and Pizza Dinner! Time: 5:00pm-8:00pm. Cost: FREE!
Thursday, July 16: Upper Room Theatre Ministry Presents
PETER PAN! We have limited ckets for this performance. We
will meet at All Saints at 6:30pm. Cost TBA. Email Melissa to
RSVP at [email protected]. Forms online.
Mark your Calendars for JUNIOR HIGH WORKCAMP! Open to
all rising 7th-rising 9th grade students. July 22-25. We need
volunteers who are fully compliant with the requirements of
the Diocesan Office for the Protecon of Children/Young
People to be crew leaders! Email Melissa for informaon.
Registraon available on our website! Cost: $70.00
SUMMER SCHEDULES FOR HIGH SCHOOL AND
MIDDLE SCHOOL ARE NOW ONLINE!
Questions? Email Erik or Melissa at [email protected]
ST. LEO THE GREAT CHURCH
FAIRFAX, VIRGINIA
www.stleofairfax.com
DEMENTIA CARE GIVERS SUPPORT GROUPS The
Shepherd’s Center Fairfax-Burke sponsors 3 Dementia
Care Givers Support Groups at Lord of Life Lutheran
Church, 5114 Twinbrook Rd, Fairfax. The groups meet on
the 2nd Tuesday Noon-1:30 pm, & 3rd Wednesday 7-8:30
pm. The groups are for those caring for someone with
dementia or those interested in learning more about
providing care giving to a person with a disorder that
affects memory and cognition and may impact behavior
and physical abilities.
Before attending, please contact Eileen Thompson: 703451-8626 or [email protected].
A Faithful Friend A Faithful Friend is a Catholic support
and prayer line, supported and hosted by Saint Ann Parish
in Arlington. We offer comfort and support to those in need
of someone to talk with during difficult times. A Faithful
Friend Support and Prayer Line is available for those in
need of someone to talk with during difficult
times. Confidential, anonymous, free of charge.
Evenings 7-9 (Spanish/English, Weds)
703-532-0011.
Visit: www.afaithfulfriend.org
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].
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LUNCH N' LIFE Are You 50 or Better? Please join us for the
next Lunch N’ Life sponsored by the Shepherd’s Center of
Fairfax-Burke on Thursday, July 16 (12:00-2:00 pm) at Burke
Presbyterian Church, 5690 Oak Leather Drive, Burke. The
Program will feature Victoria Stark of AAA Travel - Mid-Atlantic
Region speaking on Travel for Seniors. For reservations, call
Bea Stephenson at 703-273-5730 by July 10th. The cost is
$10.00; checks payable to SCFB. If transportation is needed,
please call the SCFB office (703) 323-4788.
Movie Showings of Joseph of Nazareth
Come see Joseph of Nazareth: The Story of the Man Closest
to Christ--carpenter, husband of Mary, and the chosen father of
Jesus. Upcoming showings:
Friday, July 10 at 7:30 pm,
Friday, July 31 at 7:30 pm,
Tuesday, August 11 (with discussion) at 10 am,
Saturday, August 22 at 1 pm.
All showings at St. Ann Church, Room 106, 5300 N. 10th St.,
Arlington. Running time: 100 min. Suggested donation: $5 per
person/$10 per family. Proceeds benefit Catholic Relief
Services to assist victims of the Nepal earthquakes. Sponsored
by Catholic Daughters of the Americas, Court Queen of Peace
#1872. Please RSVP seat count to [email protected] or
Teresa at 703-573-1582.
That Christ May Live In Me A discernment retreat in the spirit
of St Paul for young women 18-35 years old, held July 16-20,
at the Daughters of St Paul retreat house in Billerica, MA.
Contact Sr. Margaret Michael: [email protected]
“Con la misma medida con que midan, serán
medidos”. Si crees que puedes ser llamado
para servir a Jesús como sacerdote, diácono o
en la vida consagrada, considera la medida
de la misericordia de Dios que vas a dar y
recibir. Llama al Padre J.D. Jaffe al (703) 841
-2514 o escríbele a: [email protected]
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.
Para mas información, llamar al Diacono José López 703-
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 hora santa será el 25
de julio.
GED: Los domingos de 2:30 a 4:00pm en el salón Guadalupe
Grupo de Oración Sábados 6-8:30pm, Salon de Nuestra Sra
de La Guadalupe. Información: Jose Ferrufino: 703-250-1343.
Legion de Maria: sabado 5:00—6:30 pm ó domingo 11
am—12:30 pm.
Información: Virginia Pierson —[email protected]
THIRTEENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
ST. LEO THE GREAT CHURCH
FAIRFAX, VIRGINIA
www.stleofairfax.com
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