THE ORDER OF WORSHIP FOR THE TWENTY-THURD SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME / YEAR C

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1 THE ORDER OF WORSHIP FOR THE TWENTY-THURD SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME / YEAR C Entrance Antiphon You are just, O Lord, and your judgment is right; treat your servant in accord with your merciful love. (Ps 119:137, 124) Entrance Hymn... Lift High the Cross... # (Sun. 5 pm) The Summons... #773 Gloria... from Congregational Mass... # (Sun. 5 pm) from Storrington Mass... #257 Reading I... Wisdom 9:13-18b Responsorial Psalm... Psalm 90: In every age, O Lord...# (Sun. 5 pm) Psalm 90: In every age, O Lord...#1177 Reading II... Philemon 9-10, Gospel Acclamation... Alleluia... # (Sun. 5 pm) from Storrington Mass... #258 Gospel...Luke 14:25-33 Preparation of the Gifts... Take Up Your Cross... # (Sun. 5 pm) Eye Has Not Seen... #713 Preface Acclamation... Holy, Holy, Holy from Mass in Honor of Saint Ignatius... Worship inside back cover... (12 noon & Sun. 5 pm) Holy, Holy, Holy from Storrington Mass... #260 Memorial Acclamation...from Mass in Honor of Saint Ignatius... Worship inside back cover... (12 noon & Sun. 5 pm) We proclaim your death from Storrington Mass... #261 Great Amen...from Mass in Honor of Saint Ignatius... Worship inside back cover... (12 noon & Sun. 5 pm) from Storrington Mass... #264 Breaking of the Bread... Lamb of God from Mass in Honor of Saint Ignatius... Worship inside back cover... (12 noon & Sun. 5 pm) Lamb of God from Storrington Mass... #265 Communion Antiphon Like the deer that yearns for running streams, so my soul is yearning for you, my God; my soul is thirsting for God, the living God. (Ps 42:2-3) Communion Procession... Now We Remain... # (Sun. 5 pm) Now We Remain... #764 10:00 am Marian Antiphon... Salve Regina... #882 Concluding Hymn... Called to Labor in God s Vineyard... # (Sun. 5 pm) We Are Called... #799

2 SEPTEMBER 4, 2016 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. MEN S FIRST SATURDAY FELLOWSHIP St. Jane de Chantal men s ministry is open to parish men of all ages, and will focus on fellowship, prayer, and team building. They will meet the first Saturday of each month, except for September; the first meeting will be held on September 10. Light breakfast and fellowship at 6:30 am in Caulfield Hall, followed by lecture and group discussion 7:00-8:00 am. For more information, contact Tim Gleeson at TV MONITOR IN CHILDREN S QUIET ROOM Over the summer, a new feature was added to our church. For the benefit of our parents and guests with young children, a television monitor has been installed in the Children's Quiet Room located in the Narthex. In addition, a video camera, focused on the alter, will allow those occupying this area a way to fully participate in the Mass without obstruction. We hope that you find this feature useful. For any feedback, comment or concern, visit and scroll down to the bottom of the page to send an to the webmaster. REMEMBER IN PRAYER... those who are sick, and all those in our nursing homes and hospitals, especially Mary Cahill, Susan Tise, Dianne Fay Dickinson, Pat Krisko, Kathi Reddan, Elton Smith, and Melissa Brito. IN OUR LITURGY & MUSIC MINISTRIES Visit the Music Ministries page at for information on the many music ensembles at St. Jane. CHILDREN S CHOIR We are in the beginning phases of forming a Parish Children s Choir for students in grades 4-8. If your son or daughter would be interested in this opportunity, russell.weismann@stjanedechantal.org. PARISH CHOIR The Saint Jane Frances de Chantal Parish Choir resumes this month! Come and be a part of this special experience in the life of our church. Rehearsals are on Thursday TWENTY-THIRD SUNDAY OF ORDINARY TIME evenings at 8:00 pm, and the choir sings weekly at the Sunday 10:00 am Mass. The first rehearsal is Thursday, September 8. New Members are always welcome. Prior choral experience is helpful, but not necessary. HANDBELL ENSEMBLE Ring out your joy and give glory to God with our Parish Handbell Ensemble! The Handbell Ensemble rehearses on Thursday evenings from 7:00-7:45 pm and rings usually once per month during a weekend Mass. Experience with reading music at a basic level is recommended, but not necessary. We will teach you all of the basics! FAMILY CHOIR Our parish s Family Choir specializes in offering contemporary music for the Sunday 5:00 pm Mass. The choir rehearses at 4:00 pm on Sundays, just prior to Mass, and features singers and instrumentalists. No prior choral experience is necessary and instrumentalists who are able to play at an intermediate level are encouraged to join, as well. The Family Choir returns on September 18. Young adults are especially encouraged to join this group. USHERS NEEDED We are in need of additional ushers at the Sunday 12 noon Mass. If you are able to assist with this important ministry, 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. TEACHERS NEEDED IN CCD PRE-K Teachers are needed in our Pre-K 3 and 4 year old program, which meets Sunday mornings during the 10:00 am Mass starting September 25. I am looking for six teachers who could commit to teaching once a month. If interested, please contact Sally Daniel at sally.daniel@stjanedechantal.org or GRADES K-8 CCD REGISTRATION Registration for CCD continues; register online at stjanedechantal.org/faith-formation/religious-ed-k-8/register. The opening session will take place Tuesday, September 13. Classes meet Tuesdays, 4:30-5:45 pm for grades K-5; Tuesdays, 7:00-8:15 pm for grades 6-8; and Sundays during the 10:00 am Mass for pre-k ages 3 and 4 (FOOT). SACRAMENTAL PREPARATION REGISTRATION First Communion and confirmation classes are forming. If you have a child who is in a private Catholic school and will be receiving a sacrament, contact the Seton Center at sally.daniel@stjanedechantal.org or to register your child. There is a separate process for registering a child for sacramental preparation. HIGH SCHOOL YOUTH MINISTRY All high school students are invited to the first SMASH

3 (Sunday Mass and Social Hour) on Sunday, September 11. Attend the 5:00 pm Mass, then come to the Seton Center from 6:00 to 8:00 pm for a BBQ, to play some games, and to get to know one another and learn more about the upcoming events for high school youth ministry. All high school students no matter where you go to school are welcome to attend. RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION OF ADULTS (RCIA) Thinking about becoming a Catholic? Interested in completing your sacraments? St. Jane's RCIA program is designed you! RCIA meets on Wednesday evenings at the Seton Center, starting September 14. The program begins with an opportunity to learn more about the Catholic faith, ask questions, and get acquainted with other people like you whose spiritual journeys are leading them toward full communion with the Catholic Church. The initial sessions will set the stage for the formal process of Christian initiation that begins later in this fall. But this is a period of inquiry, and there is no obligation to continue if you find you are not quite ready. We encourage you to join us! For more information and to sign up, contact Ken Clansky ( ) or the Seton Center ( ). ADULT ED: HISTORY AND THE CHURCH The ongoing History and the Church series returns this Fall on Tuesdays, 7:00-9:00 pm, beginning September 27 at the Seton Center. This year's material, "Religions of the Axial Age," focuses on the pivotal pre-christian period between 800 to 200 BC. Learn about contextual factors that influenced development of world religions, including our Catholic faith. There will be twelve discussion-group sessions and some supplementary reading assignments. Class size is limited. For more information and to register, contact John Lucas ( ) or Al O'Konski ( ). ADULT ED: BIBLICAL WALK THROUGH THE MASS In his video-based study, The Biblical Walk Through the Mass, Dr. Edward Sri explores the roots of the words and gestures we experience at Mass and explains their profound significance. In this study, we will come to know and understand the Mass as never before, leading us to a richer, more fruitful worship experience. The Biblical Walk Through The Mass will begin the last week of September and continue for four more weeks. The class will be offered twice on Thursdays (September 29, and October 6, 13, 20, and 27), at 9:00 am in the Seton Center and 7:30 pm in Caulfield Hall. The class will also be offered on Saturdays (October 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29) at 9:00 am in Caulfield Hall. For more information or to register for the study, contact Elizabeth Amy at ; or Deacon Chen at chestergchen@gmail.com or IN OUR YOUNG ADULT FELLOWSHIP For single Catholics, ages Meet monthly for spiritual and social events. Find us on Facebook (St. Jane's Young Adult Fellowship) or stjaneyaf@gmail.com. YOUNG ADULT FALL KICK-OFF BBQ The Young Adults are back after their summer hiatus. Join them on Saturday, September 10 for their Fall kick-off event. This will also be a great opportunity for you to meet our new priest, Fr. Burney, if you haven t already. Attend the 5:00 pm Mass (meet in the back of the church); following Mass (6:00/6:30 pm) meet behind the rectory to enjoy a great BBQ. Please bring a side dish, dessert, or drink to share. RSVP to facebook or (stjaneyaf@gmail.com) to make sure we have enough food for everyone. YOUNG ADULT MASS & PIZZA SOCIAL All young adults are invited to the third Sunday of the month YAF Mass and Pizza Social on September 18. Join us at the 5:00 pm Mass; look for the reserved sign on the pews in the section in front of the cry room. After Mass, all are invited to Caulfield Hall to enjoy pizza, drinks, and fellowship. 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. WELCOME BACK! This week we welcomed back hundreds of families to begin a new school year at St. Jane de Chantal School. There were new backpacks, lunch boxes, and many smiles as students paraded in on Monday to shake hands with our principal, Mrs. Hamilton, and meet their new teachers. Our week concluded with flip flops, a half-day, and the last long weekend of summer. FISH THEME Each year, the school chooses a theme to guide us to live a more Catholic lifestyle, and strengthen our relationships as a community. This year s theme is The Fish Philosophy. There are four main parts to this philosophy to encourage a positive school environment: Choose your attitude, Be there, Make their day, and Play. Teachers and students will be striving to live out the Fish Philosophy this school year to foster a Christ-like environment for all to flourish. NEW TEACHER Welcome Ian MacInnes! Our new seventh grade teacher, Mr. MacInnes, recently moved back to the area from Los Angeles to pursue a teaching career at St. Jane de Chantal. Mr. MacInnes is a former De Chantal student, who is very excited to be back at De Chantal teaching seventh grade homeroom classes, and junior high math. 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.

4 SEPTEMBER 4, 2016 CATHOLIC BUSINESS NETWORK The Catholic Business Network of Montgomery County will hold its next monthly Friday Networking Breakfast Meeting on September 9, at 7:30 am, at Timpano Italian Chophouse (12021 Rockville Pike, North Bethesda). This month's speaker will be Joey Hanos, former NFL player and Gonzaga College High School alumnus. Register to attend at MASS OF THANKSGIVING FOR ST. TERESA OF KOLKATA Blessed Mother Teresa of Kolkata will be canonized at the Vatican on September 4. The canonization will be held during the Sunday Mass celebrated as part of the Jubilee for workers and volunteers of mercy. A Mass of Thanksgiving for the Canonization of Saint Teresa of Kolkata will be celebrated at the Basilica of the National Shrine (400 Michigan Ave., N.E.) on Sunday, September 11, at 12:00 noon. All are invited to join the Missionaries of Charity in commemorating St. Teresa s canonization. Both the Mass of Canonization and the Mass of Thanksgiving will be televised on EWTN; visit advances.asp for the schedule. ARCHDIOCESAN MEN S CONFERENCE The annual archdiocesan men s conference will take place Saturday, September 17, from 8:00 am to 2:00 pm, at Sacred Heart Church (201 St. Mary s Ave., La Plata). This year s theme is Be on your guard, stand firm in the faith, be courageous, be strong (I Corinthians 16:13). The cost of $20 includes breakfast and lunch. For more information and to register, visit adwmen.eventbrite.com. QUO VADIS EVENT FOR HIGH SCHOOL MEN The first Quo Vadis event of the year will be held on Sunday, September 18. Young men in high school are invited to come to southern Maryland for a great day of kayaking, fellowship, and fun, with outdoor Mass, lunch, a talk, and a cookout dinner. Visit for more information and to register, or contact the Office of Priest Vocations at or vocations@adw.org. CATHOLIC BUSINESS NETWORK GOLF TOURNAMENT Consider playing or being a sponsor at the Annual Catholic Business Network Golf Tournament at Blue Mash on Thursday, September 29, from 12 noon to 5:30 pm. Register at In addition to providing great networking opportunities, CBN events raise funds to support Catholic education right here in our back yard! ANNAPOLIS 101: BEING A FAITHFUL CITIZEN IN MARYLAND Attend an informative and practical workshop that will familiarize you with the legislative process in the state of Maryland and introduce you to the best practices of advocating for your values all within a Christian vision of fulfilling our call to be leaven in society! A workshop will be held Wednesday, October 5 at 7:00 pm at St. Joseph Church, Largo (2020 St. Joseph Drive, Upper Marlboro). Register at Sponsored by the Maryland March for Life and supported by the Archdiocese of Washington's Department of Life Issues. TWENTY-THIRD SUNDAY OF ORDINARY TIME Questions? Contact info@marylandmarchforlife.org or MEN S DISCERNMENT MASS AND DINNER On Sunday, October 16, the Office of Priest Vocations will hold a Men s Discernment Mass and Dinner at St. Peter s on Capitol Hill (313 2nd Street, SE). Mass with Cardinal Wuerl will begin at 4:00 pm, followed by dinner and a discussion of the priesthood with priests, seminarians, and other young men from the D.C. area. Men must RSVP to attend; contact Traci O Neill at oneillt@adw.org or FINANCIAL WELLNESS WORKSHOP Catholic Charities will host a free financial wellness workshop on Saturday, October 29, from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm, at Gonzaga High School (19 I St., N.W.). Financial professionals will help you: change your financial life by conquering debt, increase your income and save money, and move away from poor spending habits. The keynote speaker will be Michelle Singletary. Lunch will be provided. Register: Questions? jim.shanaham@catholicharitiesdc.org. STEWARDSHIP Jesus tells the crowd that only those who renounce all of their possessions can be His disciples. Is He truly asking us to give up everything? Perhaps instead He is trying to help us see that everything we think we own is really a gift from God. Good stewards know that and strive to use those gifts accountably. PARISH SUPPORT FOR AUGUST 28, 2016 Offertory August 30, 2015 Attendance August 30, 2015 $10, $13, SECOND COLLECTION: MAINTENANCE The second collection this weekend, September 3/4, is our monthly collection to help with the repair and maintenance of our parish facilities. SECOND COLLECTION: CATHOLIC UNIVERSITY The second collection next weekend, September 10/11, will be for The Catholic University of America. More than 4,000 students directly receive scholarship aid from this collection, including many from our archdiocese. POOR BOX The Poor Box next weekend, September 10/11, will benefit Shepherd s Table, a resource center for the homeless and needy in Montgomery County, providing showers, counseling, homeless information, referrals and advocacy services, a clothes closet and an eye clinic, as well as other visiting professional services. For more information, visit

5 If you missed any envelopes this summer, please bring your contributions up to date. It is easy for people to forget to catch up once they are back, and our weekly offertory can fluctuate as a result. An easy way to provide continuous support for our year-round programs is to enroll in Faith Direct. You can enroll online at or pick up a paper enrollment form in the gathering space of church. Our parish code is MD30. 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, SEPTEMBER 4 PARISH CALENDAR Sunday, September 4 Saturday, September 10, 2016 MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 5: LABOR DAY 8:00 am... only Mass today... C TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 6 6:30 pm... Cub Scouts Jr. Webelos... NMR 7:30 pm... Baptism Preparation... SMR WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 7 6:30 pm... Cub Scouts Wolves... NMR THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 8 7:30 pm... School Board... SCH FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 9 6:30 pm... Girl Scout Troop DCR SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 10 6:30 am... Men s First Saturday Fellowship... CH 9:00 am... Catechists... CH For all upcoming events & dates, visit & click on Complete Parish Calendar. POPE FRANCIS Consoling those who suffer we are able to help build a better LITURGY OF THE WORD September 11, 2016 Reading I Ex 32:7-11, Reading II 1 Tm 1:12-17 Gospel Lk 15:1-32 MASS INTENTIONS Sunday, Sept. 4 Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016 ALTAR SERVERS Monday, Sept. 5 Sunday, Sept. 11, 2016 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 8:00 am Parishioners 10:00 am Alexander Catravas/D 12:00 pm Dubravka Kovac/D 5:00 pm Dick Fay/D 8:00 am Art & Patricia Rawson/D 11:00 am No Mass 11:00 am Betty Gilday/D 8:00 am Alfonso Palencia 11:00 am Kay Dannis/D 11:00 am Mary White/D 11:00 am Marsha Donnelly/D 8:00 pm Agnes McKrisky/D 5:00 pm Moot & Kitty Sommer/D Monday 8:00 am T. McKinnon, T. Petersen 11:00 am No Mass Tuesday 8:00 am E. Priest, Lo. Simmons 11:00 am M. D Avella, M. Emerson Wednesday 8:00 am S. Flynn, T. Shaheen 11:00 am J. Goldstein, S. Owen Thursday 8:00 am C. Gotzman, M. Gotzman 11:00 am T. Petersen, S. Quirk Friday 8:00 am R. Dimond, S. Ryan 11:00 am C. Rhea, C. Shaheen Saturday 8:00 am N. Kaproth, B. Shaffer 5:00 pm L. Morris, Q. Connolly, A. Hadigan Sunday 8:00 am 3 volunteers needed 10:00 am M. Bailey, M. Gleeson, O. Michael 12:00 pm S. Kish, M. Fanjoy, B. McCabe 5:00 pm A. Lennon, C. Smithdeal, J. Smithdeal