THE ORDER OF WORSHIP

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1 THE ORDER OF WORSHIP Solemnity of the Ascension of the Lord Year B Prelude... Prière du Christ montant vers son Père... Olivier Messiaen ( ) (Prayer of Christ ascending towards his Father) from L'Ascension, No. 4 Entrance Antiphon (Vigil Mass) You kingdoms of the earth, sing to God; praise the Lord, who ascends above the highest heavens; his majesty and might are in the skies, alleluia. (Ps. 68:33, 35) (Mass during the Day) Men of Galilee, why gaze in wonder at the heavens? This Jesus whom you saw ascending into heaven will return as you saw him go, alleluia. (Acts 1:11) Entrance Hymn... A Hymn of Glory Let Us Sing... #530 Gloria... from Mass in Honor of St. Ignatius... Worship inside back cover Reading I... Acts 1:1-11 Responsorial Psalm... Psalm 47: God mounts His throne...#1094 Reading II... Ephesians 1:17-23 or Ephesians 4:1-13 Gospel Acclamation... Festival Alleluia... James Chepponis 1999 MorningStar Music Publishers. All right reserved. Reprinted under OneLicense.net A Gospel... Mark 16:15-20 Preparation of the Gifts... Hail the Day That Sees Him Rise... # (10:00 am) O Clap Your Hands... John Rutter Preface Acclamation... Holy, Holy, Holy from A Community Mass... #353 Memorial Acclamation... When we eat this bread from A Community Mass... #356 Great Amen... from A Community Mass... #355 Breaking of the Bread... Lamb of God from A Community Mass... #384 Communion Antiphon (Vigil Mass) Christ, offering a single sacrifice for sins, is seated for ever at God's right hand, alleluia. (Heb. 10:12) (Mass during the Day) Behold, I am with you always, even to the end of the age, alleluia. (Mt. 28:20)

2 MAY 17, 2015 SOLEMNITY OF THE ASCENSION OF THE LORD Communion Procession...Mt. 28:20: Behold, I am with you always... Russell J. Weismann Hymn of Thanksgiving... Since Our Great High Priest, Christ Jesus... # (10:00 am) O Rex gloriae... Samuel Webbe O Rex gloriae, Domine virtutum, qui triumphator hodie super omnes coelos ascendisti; ne derelinquas nos orphanos, sed mitte promissum Patris in nos, spiritum veritatis. Alleluia. Antiphon to the Magnificat for Second Vespers at Ascension O King of glory, Lord of all power, Who ascended to heaven on this day triumphant over all; Do not leave us as orphans, But send us the Father s promise, The spirit of truth. Alleluia. Marian Antiphon... Regina caeli... #519 Concluding Hymn... Go to the World... #532 Postlude... Prelude in C, BWV J.S. Bach ( ) MUSIC & LITURGY NOTES The Great Fifty Days of Easter are nearly drawing to a close, but not without a splash of major solemnities and feasts that we are fortunate to celebrate as a Church and as a Parish over the next four weeks. This weekend, we celebrate the Solemnity of the Ascension of the Lord. Jesus was actually raised forty days after Easter ( He appeared to them over a period of forty days and spoke about the kingdom of God Acts 1:3), which is why this feast is commonly known as Ascension Thursday, but in some dioceses, including our own, we keep Jesus around a few more days and celebrate His ascension on the Sunday following forty days so that more people can join in the celebration. All of the music selected for today s liturgy reflects on the Ascension of Jesus. The Procession Hymn, written by Saint Bede (Venerable) in the 8th century, evokes Old Testament praise of God and juxtaposes it with New Testament theology ( O risen Christ, ascended now, to your blessed name all knees shall bow ). The hymn at the Offertory, which is sung to the Welsh tune LLANFAIR, was written by Charles Wesley, the leader of the Methodist movement, and elaborates on the royalty and sovereignty of the ascended Christ, to which Mark alluded in his gospel: So then the Lord Jesus, after he had spoken to them, was taken up into heaven and sat down at the right hand of God (Mark 16:19). The early Methodist church was an offspring of the Anglican church, which sprouted from the Roman Church; therefore, we can manifest ecumenism and Christian Unity through this shared song. The communion antiphon is taken from the Roman Missal and set to music by yours truly. The church documents actually request that the prescribed antiphons be sung in place of hymns, but not many of these texts are set to music in the vernacular. Singing this text to a simple refrain can help us to internalize its true meaning Jesus is with us always, even until the end of days. Lastly, the Concluding Hymn is a more modern text, set to the beloved hymn tune SINE NOMINE, composed by Ralph Vaughan Williams. Sylvia Dunstan was a Canadian minister, who passed away all too soon in She has left behind numerous hymn texts, one of her most popular being Go to the World. The text evokes today s Gospel reading and charges us as Christians to become disciples of Christ. What better way to end today s Mass than with this text?! If you close the hymnal early and leave, then I ll assume that you re overly eager to begin your evangelization. IN OUR PARISH WELCOME NEW PARISHIONERS St. Jane de Chantal Parish welcomes those who have recently registered in our parish David LaJuett If you attend Mass at St. Jane Frances de Chantal regularly, we encourage you to register as a member. Please complete a registration form and drop it in the collection basket the next time you attend Mass. PIZZA & DONUT SOCIALS All parishioners are invited to share pizza and drinks in Caulfield Hall after the 5:00 pm Mass this Saturday, May 16, and coffee, donuts, and friendship after the 8:00 am, 10:00 am, and 12 noon Masses this Sunday, May 17. The featured organization this month is the Religious Education Program. Sessions in religious education and spiritual formation are conducted for public and non-catholic private school pupils for elementary children, junior high school, and senior high school. Curriculum consists of learning

3 about the Catholic faith and encountering Christ in the Mass, the sacraments, and prayer. Volunteer teachers instruct the students under the guidance of the Director of Religious Education and parish priests. Faith Of Our Toddlers (FOOT) gives 3 and 4 year-olds an opportunity to learn about God at their own developmental level. The Youth Group will be taking donations at the Sunday coffee to benefit a local charity. REMEMBER IN PRAYER... those who are sick, and all those in our nursing homes and hospitals, especially Pat Krisko, Betty Hannan, Jackson Gilmore, Anita Baker, Susan Tise, and Joseph Montefiore. IN OUR LITURGY & MUSIC MINISTRIES SACRED MUSIC IN A SACRED SPACE Join us for the final program in our Parish's Sacred Music in a Sacred Space concert series on Sunday, May 31 at 3:30 pm. This concert will feature beautiful music written for voice, piano, and organ (and any combination of the three!). Our soprano staff singer, Grace Gilday will sing selections by Mozart, Bach, and Gounod. Additionally, our director and assistant director of music, Russell and Andrew, will perform an inspirational piano/organ duet on the hymn tune, Amazing Grace. The one hour event is free and open to the public. A free-will offering will be accepted to support the parish's Music Ministry. EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS NEEDED Our parish is in need of additional Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion (Eucharistic Ministers). We will especially need help at the Sunday 5:00 pm Mass during the summer. If you are looking for a way to serve others and volunteer your time to the parish, being a part of any of our Liturgical Ministries, and in particular, Eucharistic Ministry, is a excellent way to respond. Interviews and a training session will be held in early June. To sign up, call the parish office. ST. JANE DE CHANTAL S Jazz & Juleps EUCHARISTIC MINISTRY TO MAPLEWOOD Current Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion are needed to administer Communion to residents of Maplewood who are not able to get to church on Sunday. Many of the residents are in Skilled Nursing or Assisted Living and are not able to get to Mass. It is a very fulfilling ministry as the residents look forward to receiving Holy Communion. If you are interested, contact Rosemary Hartley at ADDITIONAL USHERS NEEDED Ushers are an integral part of our worship experience. They greet us at the door, hand us a bulletin, find us seating, organize the offertory, and keep our pews clutter-free. We currently need new recruits for this vital ministry. Adults young and old are encouraged to join the ranks of our beloved ushers. If you are interested, call the parish office. IN OUR FAITH FORMATION PROGRAMS Visit the Faith Formation page at for information on the various programs, registration forms and calendars. YOUTH GROUP MEETING Find out how Pentecost is one of the Church s most awesome feasts! In this meeting we will search for the true meaning of the Pentecost story, how it changed the Apostles, and various ways to celebrate Pentecost today. Meet in the Seton Center, this Sunday May 17 at 6:00 pm and bring your friends! IN OUR YOUNG ADULT FELLOWSHIP For single Catholics, ages Meet monthly for spiritual and social events. To get plugged in to all our events, find us on Facebook (St. Jane's Young Adult Fellowship) or stjaneyaf@gmail.com. Beautiful ONE NIGHT ONLY! LIVE JAZZ & MINT JULEPS Arrange for a Mass to be celebrated for a Special Occasion (Birthday, Anniversary, Graduation, etc.) for a Special Intention (for someone in time of need) for Healing (for the sick, a grieving family) for the Deceased (for eternal rest for a family member or friend) Suggested donation: $10 per Mass SATURDAY, JUNE 13 7:30 PM TO MIDNIGHT BOURBON STREET LOUNGE (A.K.A. CAULFIELD HALL) $20 PER PERSON STAY TUNED FOR TICKET SALES INFO Available during office hours at the Parish Office and this weekend, May 16/17, after the 5 pm Vigil, 8 am, 10 am, & 12 pm Masses.

4 MAY 17, 2015 PIZZA SOCIAL YAF is hosting a pizza social in Caulfield Hall this Sunday, May 17 after the 5:00 pm Mass. Everyone is invited to eat, learn about our group s activities, and speak to young adults who are active in this new ministry. Thanks for your support of our young adult community at St. Jane s. FINDING YOUR MATCH The final session of this series will take place on May 20. The discussion focuses on understanding Catholic principles in order to cultivate meaningful and holy relationships. Discussion begins at 7:00 pm at Rock Bottom Brewery (7900 Norfolk Ave., Bethesda). MOVIE NIGHT Join other St. Jane YAs for fun and fellowship! Will be watching a movie starting at 8:00 pm on Saturday, June 6 in the Library of the Seton Center. Bring your favorite dessert/snack to share! Movie to be determined feel free to cast your vote in the Facebook event! IN OUR BLUE RIBBON SCHOOL Check out the St. Jane de Chantal School website at to get information on admissions, see what each classroom is studying, and more. MAY CROWNING The school May Crowning will take place on Monday, May 18 at 9:30 am in the church. All are welcome. REGISTRATION FOR THE SCHOOL YEAR We need to provide an education which teaches critical thinking and encourages the development of mature moral values (Pope Francis). St. Jane de Chantal School continues to accept applications for grades Pre-K - 8 for the school year. For more information, call or browse MOTHER S DAY The First Grade gave their mothers a special tribute in rhyme and song. They also crowned our Blessed Mother in the Rosary garden as we prayed the Rosary, sang, and recited Lovely Lady Dressed in Blue. GLEE St. Jane de Chantal School Children s Choirs and Chimes presented their spring concert on Thursday, May 7, in Christopher Hall. The concert featured sacred songs that the choirs have learned throughout the year and a Glee Show with selections from Frozen. Directed by Olga Morales and Choreography by Shannon Cron. KINDERGARTEN CIRCUS Here comes the Circus Parade! On Wednesday, May 6, the Kindergarten classes performed a circus play. There were lions and strongmen, acrobats, and tight-rope walkers, equestrians and dancing bears. After much anticipation and rehearsal, the Circus Parade was a big hit throughout the school. The kindergarteners performed magnificently! SOLEMNITY OF THE ASCENSION OF THE LORD IN OUR ARCHDIOCESE Visit the Archdiocese of Washington web page at for more information on education, family, youth, social concerns, & other events in the archdiocese. The website also has a media center, which includes social media tools, a YouTube channel, and apps. QUO VADIS EVENT FOR HIGH SCHOOL MEN The Seventh Annual Quo Vadis Camp for high school-aged men will be held at Mount Saint Mary s Seminary from July The camp includes prayer, talks, sports, and much more. Register at For more information, visit or vocations@adw.org. FIAT DISCERNMENT CAMP FOR HIGH SCHOOL WOMEN A Fiat Discernment Camp for high school-aged women will be held at Mount St. Mary s Seminary in Emmitsburg, MD on July This three-day camp includes prayer, talks, discussions with religious sisters, games and sports, and is a joint venture with the Archdiocese of Baltimore. Additional information and online registration are available under the Consecrated Life tab at STEWARDSHIP Jesus ascended into heaven, blessing His disciples and promising that they would soon receive the power of the Holy Spirit. We who have received that promised gift of the Spirit are now empowered to be His witnesses to the ends of the earth to use our time and talents to spread the good news of salvation. PARISH SUPPORT FOR MAY 10, 2015 Offertory May 11, 2014 Attendance May 11, 2014 $13, $13, SECOND COLLECTION: CATHOLIC RELIEF SERVICES The second collection this weekend, May 16/17, will be for Catholic Relief Services. Six worldwide Catholic relief agencies are funded by this collection, which helps organizations provide pastoral support, humanitarian aid, and other vital assistance to the poor and vulnerable around the world. The work supported through the CRS Collection reunites families separated by war and disaster, teaches essential skills for success, and gives a voice to the under-represented everywhere. POOR BOX Thank you for your contributions of $ to Catholic Charities Sanctuaries for Life. The Poor Box next weekend, May 23/24, will benefit Birthright of Montgomery County, whose mission is to uphold the principle that every pregnant woman has the right to whatever emotional and material help is needed to bring her child to birth. For more information, visit

5 C = Church CH = Caulfield Hall CGS = Gathering Space CLL = Church Lower Lobby CRH = Christopher Hall SMR = Scanlan Meeting Room DCR = De Chantal Room MR = Music Room NMR = Nalls Meeting Room RBR = Rectory Board Room SCH = School SC = Seton Center for Religious Education AF = Athletic Field PG = Parish Grounds SUNDAY, MAY 17 after 8, 10 & 12 Masses... Donut Social... CH 9:00 am... Parish Choir... MR 11:00 am... Family Choir... MR 6:15 pm... Bible Study... SC MONDAY, MAY 18 6:00 pm... Girl Scout Cadettes Grade 8...NMR TUESDAY, MAY 19 4:15 pm... Religious Education Grades K-5... SCH 7:00 pm... Religious Education Grades SCH WEDNESDAY, MAY 20 3:15 pm... Altar Server Training... C 6:00 pm... Cub Scouts Tiger Den...NMR 7:00 pm... Sodality Executive Board... SMR 7:00 pm... Young Adult Fellowship... Rock Bottom Brewery THURSDAY, MAY 21 9:00 am... Bible Study... SC 7:00 pm... Centering Prayer... SC 7:00 pm... Handbell Ensemble... MR 7:30 pm... Pastoral Council... SMR 8:00 pm... Parish Choir... MR FRIDAY, MAY 22 6:30 pm... Cub Scouts Jr. Webelos Den...NMR SATURDAY, MAY 23 PARISH CALENDAR Sunday, May 17 Saturday, May 23, 2015 For all upcoming events & dates, visit & click on Complete Parish Calendar. POPE FRANCIS Let us learn to live with kindness, to love everyone, even when they do not love CELEBRANTS May 24, :00 pm Vigil Father McKay 8:00 am Father McKay 10:00 am Father Boniface 12:00 pm Father Giese 5:00 pm Father Giese LITURGY OF THE WORD May 24, 2015 Reading I Acts 2:1-11 Reading II 1 Cor 12:3b-7, Gospel Jn 20:19-23 MASS INTENTIONS Sunday, May 17 Saturday, May 23, 2015 Sunday 8:00 am Parishioners 10:00 am Mike & Kelly Soloman/L 12:00 pm Esther Reckendorf/D 5:00 pm Marcus Gravel/D Monday 8:00 am Ann Swift/L 11:00 am Mrs. Theim & Mr. Molloy/L Tuesday 8:00 am William Fox/L 11:00 am Mary Stanislawski/D Wednesday 8:00 am Bill Pendergast/D 11:00 am Thomas Mulcahy/D Thursday 8:00 am Seymour Gross/L 11:00 am Clarice Soyza/L Friday 8:00 am Lewis Auricchio/D 11:00 am Teresa Kaulius/D Saturday 8:00 am Patrick Dodd/L 5:00 pm Carol Windsor/L ALTAR SERVERS Monday, May 18 Sunday, May 24, 2015 Monday 8:00 am A. Myers, I. Steadman 11:00 am K. Penney, I. Western Tuesday 8:00 am E. Dimond, R. Dimond 11:00 am H. Gutierrez, M. King Wednesday 8:00 am M. Flynn, S. Flynn 11:00 am J. Jananskie, S. Owen Thursday 8:00 am L. Kane, M. Western 11:00 am C. Shaheen, T. Shaheen Friday 8:00 am C. Rickerby, N. Wolanin 11:00 am T. Aquino, O. Gutierrez Saturday 8:00 am J. Dolan, J. Thistle 5:00 pm M. Durkin, A. Hadigan, S. Ryan Sunday 8:00 am E. Dimond, R. Dimond, K. Guechler 10:00 am S. Flynn, M. Kish, S. Kish 12:00 pm H. Gutierrez, L. West, 1 vol. needed 5:00 pm J. Smithdeal, Ma. Suttora, Mi. Suttora