THE ORDER OF WORSHIP FOR THE TWENT-FIRST SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME / YEAR C

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1 THE ORDER OF WORSHIP FOR THE TWENT-FIRST SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME / YEAR C Opening Hymn... Love Divine, All Loves Excelling... #743 Gloria... from Centennial Mass... Lynn Trapp Reading I... Isaiah 66:18-21 Responsorial Psalm... Psalm 117: Go Out to All the World... #157 Reading II... Hebrews 12:5-7, Gospel Acclamation... Alleluia... #398 Gospel...Luke 13:22-30 Preparation of the Gifts... All People That on Earth Do Dwell... #849 Preface Acclamation... Holy, Holy, Holy from Missa Simplex... R. Proulx/M. O Connor, OP Memorial Acclamation... When We Eat This Bread from Missa Simplex... R. Proulx/M. O Connor, OP Great Amen...from Missa Simplex... R. Proulx/M. O Connor, OP Breaking of the Bread... Lamb of God from Missa Simplex... R. Proulx/M. O Connor, OP Communion Antiphon... You Satisfy the Hungry Heart... # Jerusalem, My Happy Home... #871 Closing Hymn... In Christ There Is No East or West... #836 IN OUR PARISH RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION OF ADULTS Have you been thinking about becoming Catholic? Are you a baptized Catholic but need to complete the sacraments of initiation (Eucharist and/or confirmation)? Come be part of the RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults) where you will learn (or continue to grow in) the Catholic faith and prepare for the sacraments. For more information, contact Sally Daniel at sally.daniel@stjanedechantal.org or TIME & TALENT FAIR The parish Time & Talent Fair will be held the weekend of September 21/22 after all Masses. The Fair offers an excellent opportunity to learn about the many ways you can share your time and talent through participation in the many ministries of our parish: Worship and Spiritual Growth, Education, Faith Formation and Evangelization, Family and Vocations, Parish Life, and Social Concerns. LITURGICAL MINISTRIES TRAINING Do you have an interest in becoming a Lector, Extraordinary Minister of the Eucharist, or an Usher? Upcoming training sessions are scheduled for all existing liturgical ministers and those wishing to become a liturgical minister. Lectors will meet on Saturday, September 21 from 9:00-11:00 am in the church, and Extraordinary Ministers of the Eucharist and Ushers will meet on Saturday, September 28 from 9:00-11:00 am in the church. Current liturgical ministers are asked to attend their respective ministry session. For more information, or to sign up, contact Mr. Russell Weismann, Director of Music and Liturgy at russell.weismann@stjanedechantal.org. RUN FOR VOCATIONS The St. Jane de Chantal Run for Vocations Team is happy to welcome Fr. Mark Cusick, who will be running the 10K race with us on October 27. As part of the event, all runners make a commitment to raise money to fund the needs of the seminarians in our archdiocese. If you are interested in supporting Fr. Cusick and/or the rest of our team by making a donation, contact Matt Flynn at or mrflynn@gmail.com. REMEMBER IN PRAYER... those who are sick, and all those in our nursing homes and hospitals, especially Isabelle Fitzpatrick.

2 AUGUST 25, 2013 IN OUR MUSIC MINISTRY Our Parish Music Ministry is looking for new volunteers. Please consider joining one of the following ensembles. Being a music minister provides a wonderful opportunity to serve your parish, serve others, and, according to research, live a healthy life! If you would like to join, or would like more information, contact Russell Weismann, Director of Music and Liturgy, at or russell.weismann@stjanedechantal.org. ADULT CHOIR The Adult Choir ministers during the Sunday 10:00 am Mass, and rehearses on Thursday evenings from 8:00-10:00 pm, beginning September 5. High School students are welcome and encouraged to sign up. The choir sings from an eclectic repertoire and offers a unique enhancement to the liturgy. CONTEMPORARY ENSEMBLE The Contemporary Ensemble is looking for new singers and instrumentalists to provide music for the Sunday 5:00 pm Mass. Rehearsals are on Wednesday evenings from 8:00-9:30 pm, starting September 4. High school and college students are especially encouraged to sign up. If you play an instrument (keyboard, saxophone, flute, guitar, etc.), this group is for you! HANDBELL CHOIR The Handbell Choir is looking for new ringers. Adults and youth (grades 6-12) are eligible to join this ensemble. Rehearsals are held on Wednesday evenings from 6:15-7:45 pm, beginning September 4. CANTORS Our parish relies on cantors to lead congregational song and to proclaim the psalm. The ability to read music is not necessary and training is provided. This ministry is especially suited to those who would like to be involved in a music ministry, but are not able to commit to a weekly rehearsal. IN OUR FAITH FORMATION PROGRAMS Visit the Faith Formation page at for information on the various programs, registration forms and calendars FAITH FORMATION REGISTRATION Registration for next year s Faith Formation classes (ages 3 through high school) is ongoing. Registration forms can be picked up at the Seton Center, or found at under the Faith Formation link. FOOT (Faith of Our Toddlers) for ages 3 and 4 meet during the 10:00 am Mass on Sunday mornings; grades K-5 meet Tuesday afternoons, 4:15 5:30 pm; grades 6 8 meet Tuesday evenings, 7:00 8:15 pm; and high school meets Monday nights, 7:00 9:00 pm. For more information, s a l l y. d a n i e s t j a n e d e c h a n t a l. o r g o r seton.center@stjanedechantal.org, or call TWENTY-FIRST SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME SPECIAL RELIGIOUS EDUCATION SPRED, religious education for people with special needs, meets on Saturdays from 9:00 10:15 am. Right now, SPRED is a group of adult children with special needs and is looking for new students. If you have a child with special needs and would like more information, contact Sally Daniel at sally.daniel@stjanedechantal.org. FAITH FORMATION VOLUNTEERS STILL NEEDED Volunteers are still needed in Faith Formation for the following positions: Tuesday afternoons from 4:15pm 5:30pm, babysitter for children of catechists younger than 5; Sunday mornings during the 10:00am Mass, teachers for 3 and 4 year olds (once a month); and adults to volunteer in the High School Youth Ministry program. To volunteer for babysitting or to teach 3 and 4 year olds, contact Sally Daniel at sally.daniel@stjanedechantal.org or x12. To volunteer or for the High School youth M i n i s t r y, c o n t a c t M i c h a e l I b a n e z a t dc.ym@stjanedechantal.org or x13. ADULT FAITH FORMATION: LIVING CATHOLIC Living Catholic is an on-line learning experience on the basic tenants of our faith with a focus on the New Evangelization. The interactive learning experience of Living Catholic blends videos, text, discussions, games, and activities to teach the four sections of the Catechism of the Catholic Church to help us focus on deepening our relationship with Jesus Christ in the context of prayer and learning, growing in a common vision of what Catholics believe, and being part of the New Evangelization. The opening session will be held in Caulfield Hall on Sunday, September 8 from 1:30 3:30 pm. Cost for the course is $ If you would like to join the course, register by September 3 by contacting Sally Daniel at sally.daniel@stjanedechantal.org or YOUTH MINISTRY INFORMATION MEETING All parents and youth in Catholic or public high school are invited and encouraged to attend an information meeting, about the parish youth ministry program for this coming school year, on Sunday, September 8, at 6:00 pm. Parents and youth of any or no religious affiliation are invited to the meeting. For more information, contact Michael Ibanez at or dc.ym@stjanedechantal.org. ADULT FAITH FORMATION: HISTORY & THE CHURCH The ongoing History and the Church series returns this Fall on Thursdays, 7:00-9:00 pm, at the Seton Center. This year's topic is part 2 of "Europe and Civilization in the Modern Age," focusing on the twentieth century. There will be assigned readings and 24 discussion group sessions beginning September 12. Class size is limited. For more information and to register, contact John Lucas ( ) or Al O'Konski ( ). Cost for the course is $ BIBLE STUDY: ACTS OF THE APOSTLES The Acts of the Apostles is more than a history of the first Christians; it is an incredible story of the power of the Holy

3 Spirit. In Acts: The Spread of the Kingdom, you will witness how the Apostles, through the power of the Holy Spirit, continued the saving mission of Christ on earth. You will see how the Kingdom of God is truly among us in the Holy Church established by Christ, and you will come to a greater appreciation for the entire Catholic faith. Join this 20 week Bible study at the Seton Center, beginning Sunday, September 22 at 6:15 pm, or Thursday, September 26 at 9:00 am. Cost for the study set is $ To register, contact Sally Daniel at or Sally.daniel@stjanedechantal.org. Register by September 12 so that materials can be ordered in time. 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 SCHOOL YEAR The teachers returned last week. They spent the week in meetings and on retreat to prepare for the new school year. The children return this Monday, August 26. IN OUR ARCHDIOCESE Visit the Archdiocese of Washington web page at for more information on education, family youth, social concerns and other events in the archdiocese. Like us on Facebook at and find out what Catholics all across the archdiocese are talking about. NATIONALS SUPPORT CATHOLIC CHARITIES The Washington Nationals are donating $2.00 of every ticket sold all season long to Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Washington and these tickets are sold at a discount! Discounted tickets are available at Click Buy Tickets, select from Regular Games, enter coupon code CC2013, and click Apply. DC PADRES BASEBALL The DC Padres, a baseball team consisting entirely of Catholic priests and seminarians, are playing the varsity baseball team of Bishop McNamara High School on Sunday, August 25, around 4:30 pm, at the Bowie Bay Sox Stadium in a 7-inning game of full-on fast pitch hardball. This is a unique apostolate to raise interest and awareness about the great vocation to the Catholic priesthood. More information and tickets are available at ELECTING A NEW POPE: ENTERING THE CONCLAVE The Blessed John Paul II Shrine (3900 Harewood Rd., NE) opened a new exhibit dedicated to the election of Pope Francis. Habemus Papam: The Journey from Conclave to Pope. The exhibit provides visitors with a unique experience of physically walking through the election of the new pope. The visitor will witness highlights of the pontificate of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI, walk through the doors of the Sistine Chapel into the Conclave, and proceed into the new pontificate of Pope Francis. Some highlights of the exhibit are materials from the Conclave used by Cardinal Donald Wuerl, Archbishop of Washington. Included is his first photo with Pope Francis, extra ballots to be used had the Conclave continued, the pen he used to vote, the Conclave schedule, and so much more. Also included in the exhibit are five zucchetti worn by past popes including Benedict XVI, Blessed John Paul II, Paul VI, Pius XII, and Pius XI. The exhibit has been extended through Saturday, August 31. The Shrine is open to the public Monday-Saturday, 10:00 am 5:00 pm. For more information, visit or call ANSWERING TOUGH QUESTIONS ABOUT HUMAN SEXUALITY The Catholic Church's teachings on human sexuality are regularly misunderstood, misrepresented and can be difficult to explain. If you are a parish leader, catechist, young adult, parent, or just want the tools to better understand and explain the beauty of the Church's teachings on love and relationships this day is for you. On Saturday, September 7, from 9:00 am 3:00 pm, join with other adults from around the Archdiocese of Washington to hear keynote speaker, Dr. Tom Curran, Executive Director of MyCatholicFaith.org, and participate in breakout sessions, discover new resources and networking opportunities. The event will be held at Archbishop Carroll High School (4300 Harewood Rd, NE). For a description of the break-out sessions and to register online, visit or contact Michelle Carper in the archdiocesan Department of Life Issues at or mcarper@adw.org. PARENTAL AND SPOUSAL BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP St. Elizabeth Bereavement Ministry will offer an eight-week bereavement support group series for adults who have experienced the death of a parent, spouse, or significant other. The Fall evening series will meet at St. Elizabeth Catholic Church (917 Montrose Rd., Rockville) on Wednesday evenings, 7:00 8:30 pm, from September 11 through October 30. (A morning series is planned to start on January 15, 2014). There is no fee, but registration is required. Space is strictly limited so call early. To register call Deacon Kevin Byrne ( ), or Claudia McAuliffe ( ). DAY TRIPS WITH ST. ELIZABETH S PARISH Two trips are coming up which may be of interest: On September 12 they will travel to Antietam and Shepardstown, WV, visit the Battlefield, and have lunch at the popular Bavarian Inn. On October 10, the day will be spent in Philadelphia, visiting the Barnes Foundation Museum, and having lunch at Moshulu (a historic ship turned restaurant). Details and registration information can be found at or by calling Any and all are welcome to join them. MARRIAGE ENCOUNTER Make the time to allow the love of God to strengthen, renew and rekindle your marriage relationship. Sign up to attend

4 AUGUST 25, 2013 the next Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend in the Archdiocese of Washington (September or November 15-17). For more information and to apply online visit welovematrimony.org, call , or FRIARS & FRIENDS: REVISITING VATICAN II Friars and Friends: Revisiting Vatican II continues Monday, September 16 at the friary of the Franciscan Monastery of the Holy Land (1400 Quincy St., NE). Rt. Rev. Archimandrite Joseph Lee, Abbot, Monastery of the Holy Cross, Washington, DC will speak on Orientalium Ecclesiarum (Decree on the Catholic Churches of the Eastern Rite). The next session will be October 21. Dr. Dolores R. Leckey, former Executive Director, USCCB Secretariat for Family, Laity, Women and Youth, will speak on Apostolicam Actuositatem (Decree on the Apostolate of the Laity). Participants are encouraged to read the texts in advance (visit Free. Details: call or visit RETROUVAILLE Is your marriage in trouble? If your relationship has grown cold and distant, if you are separated or thinking about separation or divorce, Retrouvaille (French for Rediscovery and pronounced Re-tro-vi) can help. Retrouvaille is a Catholic program designed to help hurting couples mend and heal their brokenness. The next weekend is September All calls and inquires are confidential. For more information, visit call , or TomnCarol@comcast.net. CATHOLIC BUSINESS NETWORK GOLF OUTING The Catholic Business Network of Montgomery County will be holding its 11th Annual Golf Outing on Friday, September 20 at Falls Road Golf Course. 8:00 am registration, 9:00 am shotgun start. Proceeds support scholarships for Montgomery County 8th grade students who will be attending a Catholic high school. Come on out for a day of fun, comradery, and support a great cause! $125 per player, $450 for a foursome. Several sponsorship opportunities are still available. Visit for details. DISCERNMENT DAY FOR COLLEGE-AGE WOMEN Save the date: Saturday, September 28 for a Discernment Day for college-age women at the Washington Retreat House (4000 Harewood Rd, NE), from 9:30 am-3:00 pm. SISTERS OF THE HOLY CHILD JESUS The Sisters of the Holy Child Jesus invite past and present students, colleagues, friends, and benefactors to a Mass of Thanksgiving and Luncheon Reception on Sunday, October 13, at the Church of the Annunciation ( th St., NW). Mass will be celebrated at 12:30 pm; a light lunch will immediately follow. RSVP by October 1 to x301 or slovascio@shcj.org. MEN'S DISCERNMENT DINNER WITH CARDINAL WUERL Single men who are practicing Catholics, college-age and TWENTY-FIRST SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME up, are invited to a Men s Discernment Dinner with Cardinal Wuerl on Sunday, October 20, 4:00-8:00 pm, at St. Peter s on Capitol Hill (313 2nd St., SE). The evening will include Mass, dinner, and a chance to discuss the priesthood with the Cardinal and other young men from the Washington, D.C. area. More information will be posted to in the coming weeks. QUO VADIS COME AND SEE WEEKEND The third annual Quo Vadis "Come and See" weekend for high school-age young men in 10th, 11th, and 12th grades will be held Friday-Sunday, November at Blessed John Paul II Seminary (145 Taylor St., NE). More information will be posted to in the coming weeks. BETHESDA HOUSE VOLUNTEERS NEEDED Start a family-volunteer project or get an early start on earning service hours. Bethesda House, a Catholic Charities transitional shelter for men, is looking for dinner providers. Test your chef skills and prepare dinner for the 17 residents once a month. New volunteers are needed to make a basic meal and deliver it to Bethesda House, (4848 Cordell Ave., Bethesda). For more information, Teresa_maguire@msn.com, or call Bethesda House at Read more about Bethesda House and the work of Catholic Charities to assist with getting these men off the st r eet and i nt o a st abl e si t uati on at NEW APARTMENTS FOR SENIORS AT VICTORY COURT Victory Housing is the housing development arm of the Archdiocese of Washington. At Victory Court, brand new apartments for seniors 62 and over are opening this Fall. Two-bedroom apartments have limited availability and are going fast. Located in the heart of Rockville, Victory Court will be convenient to the Rockville Town Square, shopping, dining, and the metro. Enjoy the library, great room, community room, cafe, arts and crafts room, wellness center, billiards room, and an exercise room. The thoughtfully designed apartment homes will feature walk-in closets, a washer and dryer, and much more. For more information on leasing an apartment at Victory Court, visit or call STEWARDSHIP Today s reading from Isaiah describes the Israelites bringing their offering to the Lord in clean vessels. The gift of myself my patient endurance and fidelity to the will of God is as important as the monetary gift I offer. (See Isaiah 66:20) PARISH SUPPORT FOR AUGUST 18, 2013 Offertory This week in 2012 Attendance This week in 2012 $14, $13,

5 SECOND COLLECTION: MAINTENANCE The second collection next weekend, August 31/September 1, is our monthly collection to help with the repair and maintenance of our parish facilities. Recent projects include repair of the air-conditioning coils in the school computer lab ($2,000), and the installation of a leak seal on the main water line into the church ($1,300). POOR BOX Thank you for your contributions of $ to Interfaith Works. The Poor Box next weekend, August 31/September 1, will benefit the Monsignor Christopher Fund, which provides need-based scholarships to our parish school. LEAVE A LEGACY TO ST. JANE DE CHANTAL PARISH The Church has been there for you throughout your lifetime; you can be there for the Church s future. Leaving a bequest in your will to St. Jane Frances de Chantal Parish or School allows you to leave your legacy to an institution that has meant so much to you and thousands of others. For more information, contact Edward D Antoni, Director, Archdiocesan Office of Planned Giving, at or dantonie@adw.org. PARISH CALENDAR Sunday, August 25 Saturday, August 31, 2013 C = Church CH = Caulfield Hall CGS = Gathering Space CLL = Church Lower Lobby CRH = Christopher Hall SMR = Scanlan Meeting Room DCR = De Chantal Room NMR = Nalls Meeting Room RBR = Rectory Board Room SCH = School SC = Seton Center for Religious Education AF = Athletic Field PG = Parish Grounds SUNDAY, AUGUST 25 7:30 am... Cantor Warm-up... CH after all Masses... Faith Formation Registration... CGS MONDAY, AUGUST 26 6:00 pm... Girl Scout Troop CRH 7:00 pm... Home & School Association Meeting... CRH TUESDAY, AUGUST 27 WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 28 7:30 pm... Centering Prayer... SC THURSDAY, AUGUST 29 FRIDAY, AUGUST 30 SATURDAY, AUGUST 31 4:30 pm... Cantor Warm-up... CH For upcoming events & dates, visit & click on Calendar & Schedules. MASS INTENTIONS Sunday, August 25 Saturday, August 31, 2013 Sunday 8:00 am Parishioners 10:00 am Denise Brutus/D 12:00 pm John O Keefe/D 5:00 pm Ruth Stout/D Monday 8:00 am Mary Curry/D 11:00 am Joe Caggiano/D Tuesday 8:00 am Perrottet Family/L 11:00 am John J. O Donnell/D Wednesday 8:00 am Mary Fling/D 11:00 am Donald McIntyre/D Thursday 8:00 pm John Maher/D 11:00 am Bud Stalling/D Friday 8:00 am Julia Partridge/D 11:00 am Yvonne Hinkle/L Saturday 8:00 am Estella Orellana/D 5:00 pm Richard Lio/D LITURGY OF THE WORD September 1, 2013 First Reading Sirach 3:17-18, 20, Second Reading Hebrews 12:18-19, 22-24a Gospel Luke 14:1, 7-14 The Church is not an NGO but a community of people, animated by the Holy Spirit, who have lived and are living the wonder of the encounter with Jesus Christ." Pope Francis, Homily, June 11, 2013.