THE ORDER OF WORSHIP FOR THE THIRTEENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME / YEAR A

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1 THE ORDER OF WORSHIP FOR THE THIRTEENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME / YEAR A Entrance Antiphon All peoples, clap your hands. Cry to God with shouts of joy! (Ps 47:2) Entrance Hymn... The Kingdom of God... # (Sun. 5 pm) All Are Welcome... #833 Gloria... from Congregational Mass... # (Sun. 5 pm) from Storrington Mass... #257 Reading I... 2 Kings 4:8-11, 14-16a Responsorial Psalm... Psalm 89: Forever I will sing the goodness of the Lord... # (Sun. 5 pm) Psalm 89: Forever I will sing the goodness of the Lord... #66 Reading II... Romans 6:3-4, 8-11 Gospel Acclamation... Celtic Alleluia... # (Sun. 5 pm) from Storrington Mass... #258 Gospel...Matthew 10:37-42 Preparation of the Gifts... The Summons... #773...(Sun. 5 pm) The Summons... #773 Preface Acclamation... Holy, Holy, Holy from Mass in Honor of Saint Ignatius... inside hymnal back cover... (Sun. 5 pm) Holy, Holy, Holy from Storrington Mass... #260 Memorial Acclamation... from Mass in Honor of Saint Ignatius... inside hymnal back cover... (Sun. 5 pm) We proclaim your death from Storrington Mass... #261 Great Amen... from Mass in honor of Saint Ignatius... inside hymnal back cover... (Sun. 5 pm) from Storrington Mass... #264 Breaking of the Bread... Lamb of God from Mass in Honor of Saint Ignatius... inside hymnal back cover... (Sun. 5 pm) Lamb of God from Storrington Mass... #265 Communion Antiphon Bless the Lord, O my soul, and all within me, his holy name. (Ps 103:1) Communion Procession... Christ, Be Our Light!... # (Sun. 5 pm) Christ, Be Our Light!... #584 Marian Antiphon... Salve Regina... #882 Concluding Hymn... My Country, Tis of Thee... # (Sun. 5 pm) My Country, Tis of Thee... #998 MUSIC AND LITURGY NOTES One of the best sermons that I have ever heard was delivered by Thomas Troeger, former Professor of Homiletics at the Yale School of Divinity. Troeger preached on the story of the Annunciation, and what made his words resonate so well with me, even ten years later, is that he was able to teach me how to grow in my faith through the inner workings of scripture. If you are not familiar with the events of the Annunciation, I invite you to revisit it in Luke 1: I am confident that everyone reading this can picture the scene of Mary with the Angel Gabriel from countless works of art, and even more so by the large amounts of exegesis published by various scholars of all faiths. In his sermon, Troeger only preached on one line: but [Mary] was greatly troubled at what was said and pondered what sort of greeting

2 JULY 2, 2017 THIRTEENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME this might be (Luke 1:29). This line is quickly lost on most of us, but two words immediately jumped out at him: troubled and pondered. Of particular interest is the word pondered because it comes from a translation of the original Greek word sumballousa, whose definition is far more complex than the English word ponder. Sumballousa implies a deep and emotionally challenging comparison; something that one would honestly struggle with in their heart. To add the word troubled into the mix only makes Mary s decision all the more difficult. This one little line, lost on so many of us, tells us that Mary was an extremely strong woman in heart, mind, and soul. Troegers sermon was not a typical one that paints Mary as a simple and pure being, but rather, one that presents Mary as the strong and powerful woman that she was, the theotokos (God-bearer). He had an amazing punch line that remains as vivid in my mind as the day he said it. I will refrain from retyping it, but if it interests you, stop by the organ after Mass and I will tell you. God chose Mary as someone capable of the responsibility of bearing his son, our Lord and Savior. I am not sure that any of us have ever felt a responsibility so great. Sure, Mary was indeed pure and humble, but let s not leave out strong and courageous, too. I mention this reflection as a means to encourage you to seek a deeper meaning of the scriptures, particularly during these weeks of Ordinary Time when we are able to learn so much about the life and ministry of Jesus. Today s Gospel might be a little tough to digest, but if you sumballousa the first part of the reading with the second half, I think that you ll be able to see that the point Jesus is trying to make is that only by him are we saved by the grace of God. I will close with the lyrics of the great hymn, Praise to the Lord: Ponder anew what the Almighty can do. What an amazing message. So glad that you are here with us to experience it! IN OUR PARISH Can t find the bulletin you brought home from church? Want to keep up on what s happening in the parish even when you are away on vacation or sick in bed? Visit our parish website, to view a copy of the bulletin and for more information on parish events and organizations. WELCOME NEW PARISHIONERS St. Jane de Chantal Parish welcomes those who have recently registered in our parish. 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 when you attend Mass. ST. MARTIN S CLOAK BACKPACK AND ROLLER BAG DRIVE The Saint Martin s Cloak Guild in our parish works to support the efforts of, among others, Shepherd s Table of Silver Spring and the Father McKenna Center in Washington, DC, in bringing needed food, supplies, and services to the area homeless. At this time there is a special need for new or gently used school book backpacks, including roller backpacks, that can help the homeless to protect their personal belongings as they go about their daily lives without permanent shelter. With the school year coming to a close, now is an opportune time to donate your children s used backpacks and roller bags to assist those in great need. You may drop off your backpacks this weekend, July 1/2. Collections will be in the gathering space of church. For questions on assisting in this important community endeavor to support those less fortunate, but nevertheless independent, call Paul Eder at FOURTH OF JULY HOLIDAY This Tuesday, July 4, is Independence Day, a federal holiday. The only Mass at St. Jane will be celebrated at 8:00 am. The parish office will be closed. REMEMBER IN PRAYER... those who are sick, and all those in our nursing homes and hospitals, especially Dianne Fay Dickinson, Nancy Breslin, Pat Krisko, Elton Smith, Suzanne Kulikowski, James Besche, Susan Tise, Lawrence Heller, and Lucy Kirby. IN OUR LITURGY & MUSIC MINISTRIES Visit the Music Ministries page at for information on the many music ensembles at St. Jane. IN OUR FAITH FORMATION PROGRAMS Visit the Faith Formation page at for information on the various programs, registration forms and calendars CCD REGISTRATION Registration for Religious Education classes is underway. If you have a child ages 3 high school, we have something for you! Pre-K 3 & 4 (FOOT) meet on Sunday mornings during the 10:00 am Mass; grades K 5 meet on Tuesday afternoons from 4:30 5:45 pm; grades 6 8 meet on Tuesday evenings from 7:00 8:15 pm; high school Youth Ministry meets Sunday nights from 6:00 8:00 pm three Sunday s a month. To register your child on-line, go to: 8/register. If you would like more information or to register another way, contact the Seton Center at or sally.daniel@stjanedechantal.org. CCD TEACHERS NEEDED Teachers are needed for next year s CCD classes. We need teachers in first and second grades. If you are interested, contact Sally Daniel at or sally.daniel@stjanedechantal.org. You will need to

3 complete the archdiocesan background check before teaching. 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. IN OUR ARCHDIOCESE For more information on education, family, youth, social concerns, & other events in the Archdiocese of Washington, visit The website also has a media center, which includes social media tools, a YouTube channel, and apps. ADDRESSING IMMIGRATION IN MARYLAND The Catholic bishops in Maryland issued a joint statement three weeks ago calling for all people of faith and good will to come together in a spirit of compassion, prudence, and cooperation in addressing the issue of immigration. The bishops also urge state and local elected officials to consider several guiding principles when determining the appropriate relationship between federal immigration officials and local law enforcement. In the United States, the Catholic Church was founded by immigrant communities who have always found a home in their local parish. Today, the Church in Maryland continues to welcome and embrace newcomers to our country, and to advocate on their behalf. The statement from the Most. Rev. William E. Lori, Archbishop of Baltimore, Cardinal Donald Wuerl, Archbishop of Washington, the Most. Rev. W. Francis Malooly, Bishop of Wilmington, and auxiliary bishops Mark Brennan, Roy Campbell, Mario Dorsonville, Barry Knestout, and Adam Parker can be found at THEOLOGY ON TAP: DC All young adults (21-late 30s) are invited to the summer Theology on Tap series Vacation Bible School at Buffalo Billiards in Dupont Circle on Tuesday evenings from July 11 August 1. They have upgraded from bible school crafts to craft beers as they question and explore how God s Word makes a difference in our daily lives. Bring your friends and meet other YA Catholics for Happy Hour specials from 6:00 7:00 pm with a talk and Q/A to follow from 7:00 8:00 pm. Must have valid 21+ ID to enter. Learn more at or Jonathan Lewis at DCCatholic@adw.org. THEOLOGY ON TAP: BETHESDA All young adults (20s and 30s) are invited for Happy Hour from 6:00-7:00 pm with a dynamic talk and Q/A to follow from 7:00-8:00 pm on Thursday, July 13, at The Barking Dog (4723 Elm Street, Bethesda). Theology on Tap will always be on the second Thursday of the month, so set your schedules for next month too. CATHOLIC BUSINESS NETWORK The Catholic Business Network of Montgomery County will hold its monthly Friday Networking Breakfast Meeting on July 14, at 7:30 am. The guest speaker for July will be William "Bill" Fralin. Bill is an estate planning attorney who founded The Estate Planning and Elder Law firm. He speaks frequently on topics relating to life care planning for seniors, elder law, asset protection and preservation, and estate and incapacity planning. You are invited to join them to hear from Bill and network with area business leaders. CBN-MC meets on the second Friday of every month at Lahinch Restaurant (7747 Tuckerman Lane, Potomac). Parking is conveniently located outside the restaurant. Register to attend at FOURTH ANNUAL HOLY LAND FESTIVAL On Saturday, July 15, the fourth Annual Holy Land Festival will be held from 11:00 am - 5:00 pm at the Franciscan Monastery of the Holy Land in Washington, DC (1400 Quincy St., NE). The festival highlights the culture and life of Christians in the Holy Land with dancing and food demonstrations; Arabic calligraphy; exhibits; authentic Arabic food; handcrafted embroidery, olive wood, soaps, and other Holy Land items; seminars on life in the Holy Land; and tours of the Monastery and gardens. The closing Mass will be at 5:00 pm. Parking and admission is free. In case of rain, the festival will be held inside. For more information, visit myfranciscan.org/holylandfestival. WORLD YOUTH DAY UNITE Young adults and young families are invited to join in World Youth Day UNITE on Saturday, July 22, featuring artists Audrey Assad and Tony Melendez, TED-style talks by dynamic Catholic bishops, and opportunities for confession and adoration. A Vigil Mass will be celebrated by Cardinal Donald Wuerl, Archbishop of Washington. This year's festival theme, chosen by Pope Francis, is "The Mighty One Has Done Great Things for Me and Holy is His Name." The event will take place at the Saint John Paul II National Shrine in Washington, DC (3900 Harewood Rd., NE) from 11:30 am to 10:00 pm. Register online at RUN FOR VOCATIONS Run for Vocations registration is open! To participate on October 22, register for both the Marine Corps 10K and Run for Vocations at Select St. Jane de Chantal as your Archdiocesan Parish so we can train and participate together. Register soon; the race fills quickly. All proceeds to benefit seminarians of the Archdiocese of Washington. For more information, visit or search "Run for Vocations" on Facebook. BURYING CREMATED REMAINS AT CATHOLIC CEMETERIES Catholic Cemeteries of the Archdiocese of Washington seeks to assist families who are still holding the cremated remains of loved ones and are ready to inter them in sacred ground. The cemeteries of the archdiocese have prepared for the interment of cremated remains in ground burial sections, columbariums, or mausoleum niches, with respectful options for memorialization. Working with the

4 JULY 2, 2017 pastor, charity burials also are available to families who desire interment, but cannot financially afford the full cost of burying their loved one. For more information contact the manager at Gate of Heaven Cemetery (13801 Georgia Ave., Silver Spring, MD, ); or All Souls Cemetery (11401 Brink Rd., Germantown, MD, STEWARDSHIP Both the first reading and the Gospel today speak of hospitality and welcome. Our ministers of hospitality are a most visible example of using one s time and talents to welcome the people of God. But the Gospel assures us that all who give even just a cup of cold water to one of His lowliest ones will be rewarded. See Matthew 10:42 PARISH SUPPORT FOR JUNE 25, 2017 Offertory June 26, 2016 Peter s Pence June 2016 Attendance June 26, 2016 $ 9, $11, $4, $4, THIRTEENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME SECOND COLLECTION: MAINTENANCE The second collection this weekend, July 1/2, is our monthly collection to help with the repair and maintenance of our parish facilities. SECOND COLLECTION: CATHOLIC RELIEF SERVICES Due to changes in the archdiocesan second collection schedule, the annual in-pew collection to benefit Catholic Relief Services will take place next weekend, July 8/9. CRS is the official international Catholic relief and development agency of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops. Six worldwide Catholic relief agencies are funded by this collection, which helps organizations provide pastoral support, humanitarian aid, and other vital assistance to poor and vulnerable persons around the world. If you have not already donated to CRS collection, either through Faith Direct or by an undated envelope provided in your offertory envelope packet, please consider a contribution as you are able. POOR BOX The Poor Box next weekend, July 8/9, will benefit SOME (So Others Might Eat). SOME provides daily meals and other immediate needs for the homeless and those who are extremely poor. SOME also provides programs that address the root causes of homelessness and poverty, including a six-month job training; daily socialization for men and women suffering from mental-illness; addictions counseling; and affordable, service-enriched housing. For more information, visit On April 21, intense thunderstorms, gusty winds, and hail tore through the D.C. area, causing property damage to the St. Jane de Chantal campus. Damage included trees, a soccer goal, and a picnic table. In addition to the storm on April 21, we also had snow this past winter. While the accumulation of snow was not as significant as past years, we still incurred expenses for snow removal and the treatment of ice-covered sidewalks and pavement. Mark your calendar: the weekend of July 15/16 to cover the cost of snow removal & storm damage this fiscal year. Put your contribution envelopes on a permanent summer vacation and make the switch to e-giving. e By embracing this prac ce, you will simplify your giving and help provide our parish with consistent support. This is especially important in the summer months, when families may be out of town and St. Jane de Chantal does not receive their envelopes. It is easy for people to forget to catch up once they are back, and our weekly offertory can fluctuate as a result making it harder to predict how much we will have to sustain our year-round ministries. Making the switch is easy: You can enroll online at or pick up a paper enrollment form in the gathering space of church. Our parish code is MD30.

5 POPE FRANCIS Hi! I m a visitor. I found about St. Jane de Chantal Church at Traveling soon? Don t miss Mass! Visit to search for Mass schedules around the country. Each one of us is precious; each one of us is irreplaceable in God s CELEBRANTS July 9, 2017 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, JULY 2 MONDAY, JULY 3 6:00 pm... Girl Scout Senior Troop NMR TUESDAY, JULY 4 WEDNESDAY, JULY 5 THURSDAY, JULY 6 6:00 pm... Boy Scout Troop DCR 7:00 pm... Centering Prayer... SC FRIDAY, JULY 7 SATURDAY, JULY 8 PARISH CALENDAR Sunday, July 2 Saturday, July 8, 2017 For all upcoming events & dates, visit & click on Complete Parish Calendar. 5:00 pm Vigil Fr. Burney 8:00 am Fr. Burney 10:00 am Fr. Giese 12:00 pm Fr. Giese 5:00 pm Fr. McKay LITURGY OF THE WORD July 9, 2017 Reading I Zec 9:9-10 Reading II Rom 8:9, Gospel Mt 11:25-30 MASS INTENTIONS Sunday, July 2 Saturday, July 8, 2017 Sunday 8:00 am Parishioners 10:00 am Dan Fox/L 12:00 pm Silvia Miranda/D 5:00 pm Cynthia McCormicke/L Monday 8:00 am Mitchell Perrizo/D Tuesday 8:00 am James Trone/D Wednesday 8:00 am John Bass/D Thursday 8:00 am Walter Young/D Friday 8:00 am Teresa Maguire/D Saturday 8:00 am Jakob McGrath/D 5:00 pm Gary Bisson/D ALTAR SERVERS Monday, July 3 Sunday, July 9, 2017 Monday 8:00 am R. Gleeson, F. Hoag Tuesday 8:00 am L. Owens, T. Petersen Wednesday 8:00 am J. Broome, M. D Avella Thursday 8:00 am G. Gaenzler, P. Kelley Friday 8:00 am R. Gleeson, T. Petersen Saturday 8:00 am L. Owens, C. Stroud 2:00 pm M. Gleeson, P. Kelley 5:00 pm HS needed, B. Harman, T. Shaffer Sunday 8:00 am W. Quinn, G. LaCount, J. Maxwell 10:00 am M. Bailey, M. Gleeson, R. Gleeson 12:00 pm J. Cerritelli, K. McCabe, L. Sabella-Capuano 5:00 pm M. D Avella, C. Crowley, J. Dolan