Beatified : October 19, 2003 by Pope John Paul II at Saint Peter's Square, Vatican City Canonized: September 4, 2016 by Pope Francis at Saint Peter's Square, Vatican City
ST. JOSEPH CATHOLIC CHURCH Visit us on our website! HERNDON, VIRGINIA http://www.sjcherndon.org * 703-880-4300 September 18, 2016 MASS INTENTIONS FOR THE WEEK Saturday, September 17 8:00 a.m. + Wladyslaw & Stanislawa Zajac 5:00 p.m. - Stella Franco by Cris Beltran Sunday, September 18 7:00 a.m. + Hal & Ruth Launders by The St. Joseph Parish Family 8:30 a.m. + Nelson Proctor by The Proctor Family 10:00 a.m. - Living and Deceased Members of St. Joseph Parish 11:30 a.m. + Richard Gillen, Sr. by Louise Gillen & Family 1:00 p.m. + Jun Ligaya Pacheco by The Beltran Family 3:30 p.m. - Spanish Mass 5:00 p.m. + Florabel & Sheldon Schmidt by Julia Schmidt Monday, September 19 6:30 a.m. + Don Brady by Kathy Reece 8:00 a.m. + Ann Bronfman by Ivy Romales Tuesday, September 20 6:30 a.m. + Kyle T. Lindquist by Joe & Genie Conroy Wednesday, September 21 6:30 a.m. + Annika Gabrielle Chua Tan by Filly Coo Thursday, September 22 6:30 a.m. + Antonio Leitao by Priscilla Sequeira Friday, September 23 6:30 a.m. + Catherine Buckley by John Buckley Saturday, September 24 8:00 a.m. + Deceased Franciscan Friars, Friends, & Benefactors 5:00 p.m. + Deceased Franciscan Friars, Friends, & Benefactors Sunday, September 25 7:00 a.m. + Silvina Teodosio by Pacita Stewart 8:30 a.m. + Kenneth Smith by Betty Smith 10:00 a.m + Thomas J. Keppel by Tom Keppel 11:30 a.m. - Living and Deceased Members of St. Joseph Parish 1:00 p.m. + Jeanne Tashakkori by The Tashakkori Family 3:30 p.m. - Spanish Mass 5:00 p.m. + Miguel C. Simpao by Ruth Lowry ST. JOSEPH S MEN S ANNUAL RETREAT!!! SEPTEMBER 30 - OCTOBER 1-2 PRIESTFIELD RETREAT CENTER MIDDLEWAY, WEST VIRGINIA St. Joseph Men s Society Annual Retreat--Time is drawing short to make reservations for the annual Men s Society Retreat, which is sponsored by the St. Joseph Men s Society. The retreat is open to all men of the parish. This year we are honored to have as our Retreat Leader, Fr. Bernard Tickerhoof, T.O.R. The theme of the retreat will be Living a Catholic Life in the 21st Century. For more details, call Bob Grillo at 703-471-5689. The retreat center is 10 MILES OUTSIDE OF Charlestown, West Virginia. GOD BLESS. Peace and good! As the Church continues to celebrate the canonization of Saint Teresa of Calcutta, I thought it would be a good opportunity to reflect upon some of the favorites quotes of the saint. When you know how much God is in love with you then you can only live your life radiating that love. (A Simple Path, 1995) Let us not use bombs and guns to overcome the world. Let us use love and compassion. (In the Heart of the World, 1997) Yesterday is gone and tomorrow has not yet come; we must live each day as if it were our last so that when God calls us we are already, and prepared, to die with a clean heart. (A Simple Path, 1995) I alone cannot change the world, but I can cast a stone across the waters to create many ripples. Be kind to each other in your homes. Be kind to those who surround you. I prefer that you make mistakes in kindness rather than that you work miracles in unkindness. Often just for one word, one look, one quick action, and darkness fills the heart of the one we love. (Love, a Fruit Always in Season) Seeking the face of God in everything, everyone, all the time, and his hand in every happening; this is what it means to be contemplative in the heart of the world. Seeing and adoring the presence of Jesus, especially in the lowly appearance of bread, and in the distressing disguise of the poor. (In the Heart of the World) If we have no peace, it is because we have forgotten that we belong to each other. (Essay, Santa Clara University, 2012, August) Holiness is not the luxury of the few; it is simply a duty. (Address to National Prayer Breakfast, 1994, February) The greatest disease in the West today is not TB or leprosy; it is being unwanted, unloved, and uncared for. We can cure physical diseases with medicine, but the only cure for loneliness, despair, and hopelessness is love. (A Simple Path) Saint Teresa of Calcutta, pray for us! In the peace of Francis of Assisi,
ST. JOSEPH CATHOLIC CHURCH HERNDON, VIRGINIA TWENTY-FIFTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME September 18, 2016 The Parish staff wishes to thank the following parish ministries: We thank our Parish BBQ & Picnic Planning Committee, parish staff, cooks, bakers, set-up team, food prep team, food line team, parish ministries, volunteers, student volunteers, and parishioners for their commitment and work to make the Parish BBQ & Picnic a faith-filled gathering. We also thank the parish organizations and all those individuals behind the scenes whose work added to making the Parish BBQ & Picnic an enjoyable experience. Women s Weekend Retreat, October 21 23, 2016 Come Away and Rest Awhile. Each year, women of St. Joseph parish experience the blessings of a retreat at Loyola On The Potomac, a Jesuit Retreat House in Faulkner, Maryland. This year s retreat is entitled Entering into the Father's Joy For registration options and other retreat information, please take a brochure from the retreat folder at the religious goods stand in the back of the church. If additional information is needed, you many call the retreat house (301-392-0800) or Kathleen Schabacker (703-437-0072) or register yourself now online at http://www.loyolaonthepotomac.com/retreatsprograms. Thank you! Muchas gracias! Merci! Maraming salamat po! Grazie! Gamsahamnida! Cảm ơn! Go raibh maith agat! Etc SJS 1st Annual 5k and 1 Mile Fun Run! Come out on Saturday, October 1st, to support St. Joseph School and participate in a 5k race or 1 Mile Fun Run! 5k race begins at 8am with the 1 Mile Fun Run following. The race begins and ends at Northwest Federal Credit Union on Spring Street in Herndon. Register for the race by visiting www.sjschoolva.org. 'Run with the Saints 5k/1 Mile Fun Run'. Basilica broadcast of Mass for those Shut-In The St. Joseph Choir provided music for the Masses taped for the Shut-Ins at the Basilica of the Shrine of the Immaculate Conception. These masses will be broadcast on Sept. 25 and Oct. 9 this Fall. The following information is the broadcast channels: Cox: Channel 3; Dish/Direct TV: Channel 50; RCN: channel 15; and Verizon: channel 3. The Sunday TV Mass can now be viewed online at: www.youtube.com/user/ marysshrine. St. Joseph Catholic Church has joined the Dynamic Catholic Book Program for parishes. For more information, please email Bill Carty: DynamicCatholic@sjcherndon.org. Looking for a faith-filled activity for your preschooler? Little Messengers is a Catholic Preschool Co- Op for children ages 2 1/2-5 years old that meets in the St. Joseph's Catholic Church meeting rooms on Tuesday mornings 9:00-11:30A.M. during the school year. Parents or caregivers participate fully in leading various activities for the children, including a nursery for younger siblings. (This is not a drop-off!!) Diocesan Child Protection Compliance is required for participating adults. There is a nominal supply fee. To learn more, please contact Christy Cottrell at ChristyLC23@gmail.com. SECULAR FRANCISCAN TAU FRATERNITY OPEN HOUSE OCTOBER 2, 2016 1:30 P.M. PARISH MEETING ROOM 205 The Tau Fraternity of the Secular Franciscan Order invites you to come and see if you have a vocation as a Secular Franciscan. You are invited to the annual Open House on October 2, 2016 at 1:30 pm in room 205. Please see our website for further details, https:// taufraternity.wordpress.com or contact our Minister, Pam Brooks at pbrooks06@verizon.net. Spend an hour, stay a lifetime.
ST. JOSEPH CATHOLIC CHURCH Visit us on our website! HERNDON, VIRGINIA http://www.sjcherndon.org * 703-880-4300 September 18, 2016 RELIGIOUS EDUCATION (CCD) CLASSES HAVE BEGUN!!! Although catechism classes started, we still will be accepting late registrations up to September 30 th. However come October 1 st, the Office of Religious Education will not be accepting any new registrations for this school year so that both our catechists (teachers) and students may have in a stable and peaceable learning environment. To register for classes you may contact Mrs. Roz Murphy at (703) 880-4305 or email her at ReligiousEd@sjcherndon.org. Also you may contact Mr. Reyes Ruiz at (703) 880-4332 or email him at rruiz@sjcherndon.org. Registration forms can also be downloaded online at our parish s website at www.sjcherndon.org under the Faith Formation tab. or simply scan the QR Code to be directed to the SJC Website Faith Formation. GENERAL PARENTS ORIENTATION MEETING for all parents who have children enrolled in this year s Religious Education (CCD) classes are September (Sat.) 24 th, (Sun.) 25 th [Spanish], (Mon.) 26 th, & (Tue.) 27 th. All meetings are held in the Cafeteria (Parish Hall C) during class times. If you have multiple children attending classes on separate days of the week, you need only attend one meeting. St. Joseph School St. Joseph School is accepting applications for the 2016-2017 school year. There are a few openings in grades 1-6. Please contact Mrs. Mary Lewis, Admissions Coordinator mlewis@sjschoolva.org for more information. St. Joseph School is seeking a Learning Resource teacher. Interested candidates should send a letter of interest and resumé to Mrs. Cindi Conroy, Principal at cconroy@sjschoolva.org. The 24 TH International Week of Prayer and Fasting ( IWOPF ) coalition in collaboration with the Marians of the Immaculate Conception are asking for individuals, families, prayer groups and parishes to unite for nine days (Oct 2 ND 10 TH ) of prayer and fasting for the following goals: for the conversion of all peoples and nations; to build a culture of life; for protection of marriage and family life according to Heaven s Divine Order; and for peace and to implore God s Mercy. On Friday, October 7th, please join us at St Joseph Catholic Church to celebrate a Day of Prayer in collaboration with the IWOPF. The Day will begin with Mass at 8am, and will include Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, hourly prayer, and a guest speaker (Fr. Chris M. Alar, of the The National Shrine of The Divine Mercy) who will speak on the urgency to live and share the powerful message of Divine Mercy. THE YOUTH MINISTRY CORNER Revolving Our Lives Around Christ Upcoming Youth Ministry Events: Youth Ministry Pizza and Ice-cream Social Kick-Off (Today) Sunday, Sept. 18th from 6-8 p.m. If you are currently a high school student, please join us for an evening of friendship, activities, food, discussion, sports, and more. We will have plenty for you to do and everyone will be included. Meet in Parish Hall C from 6-8 p.m. Parents Meeting for Information about Youth Ministry All parents of high school teens should join us for a short meeting about our youth ministry program as well as volunteer opportunities this Sunday, Sept. 18th from 6:00-6:30 p.m. in the Parish Hall C. Teen Small Group Discussions this Wednesday, Sept. 21st, from 7:15-8:45 p.m. in the Youth Room 206. For more information visit www.iwopf.org Collections: The Weekend of September 4, 2016 Offertory $20,200 plus Faith Direct $13,663 Second Collection - Parish Facility Fund $ 7,991 plus Faith Direct $ 6,589 The Weekend of September 11, 2016 Offertory - $19,870 plus Faith Direct - $13,526 Second Collection - Catholic University $ 4,195 plus Faith Direct - $ 1,941 Thank you for your continued support & your kind generosity.
ST. JOSEPH CATHOLIC CHURCH Visit us on our website! HERNDON, VIRGINIA http://www.sjcherndon.org September 18, 2016 CHILDCARE MINISTRY Do you have 1.5 hours to give just once or twice a month to support young families? We have a group of mothers with young children who meet weekly to spend time in prayer and discuss the weekly readings. Volunteers are needed to provide childcare for little ones in an adjacent room while the mothers meet Monday mornings, 9:30 11:00AM. All childcare ministry volunteers must be compliant with the diocesan child protection policy. Contact Michele Dusek (703-707-0227 or michele.dusek@gmail.com) for more info. Mission: St. Joseph Catholic Church preaches the Gospel through word, sacrament, and service to others in order to build God s Kingdom. Fall Formation Starting Soon...Join Us! Sundays, 5-7pm beginning Sept.18 - Matthew: The King and His Kingdom - You will see Jesus as the awaited Messiah who fulfills the promises of the Old Testament and inaugurates the Kingdom of Heaven. Mondays, 7-9pm beginning Sept. 19 - EPIC: A Journey Through Church History - See the glory of the Church founded by Christ and understand where you fit into this Epic story. Tuesdays, 7-9pm beginning Sept. 20 - Great Adventure Bible Timeline - Discover God's loving relationship with mankind through all of Salvation History, and how it is relevant to our modern lives! Wednesdays, 1:15-3pm beginning Sept 14 - Lectio: Peter - The Cornerstone of the Catholic Church - Discover the life and meaning of St. Peter through biblical stories, historical knowledge, solid Church teaching and personal insights. Fridays, 9-11am beginning Sept 16 - Revelations - The Kingdom Yet to Come - More than the "end times," discover the mystical marriage that we enter into every time we celebrate the Mass. For more information or to register for any of these groups, call Amy at 703.318.7311 or email @ speetjens@verizon.net. Vision: St. Joseph Catholic Church is a joyful community, preaching the Good News to all, promoting God s Word, the sacraments, and serving others through Works of Mercy in the spirit of Saints Joseph and Francis of Assisi. Jennie Albers, Secretary Cindi Conroy, SJS Liaison Jim Nash, Fin. Comm. Liaison Mark Overberg, Chairperson Greg Bengzon St. Joseph Catholic Church Parish Advisory Council Marylou Bergeron Frank Bowen, Vice Chairperson Terry McNulty Patty Navarro Tom Reilly Cheryl Wilson Do you have ideas for the parish or concerns about parish life? Email the Parish Advisory Council at pac@sjcherndon.org or speak to one of us in person. THANKS TO OUR SPONSOR OF THE WEEK
ST. JOSEPH CATHOLIC CHURCH HERNDON, VIRGINIA TWENTY-FIFTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME September 18, 2016 Join us at the St. Joseph Parish 12th Annual Arts & Crafts Fair The Flowers on the altar this weekend were donated by Louise Gillen & Family, in Loving memory of her husband, Richard Gillen, Sr. Blood Drive is Sunday October 2nd 7:45-12:30. When: Saturday, October 29, 2016 8:30 am to 3:30 pm Where: St. Joseph Parish Hall 750 Peachtree Street Herndon, VA 20170 The Inova Blood team uses our registration numbers to determine staffing. Please register to donate using sponsor code 0116 at www.inova.org/donateblood, at the registration table this weekend, or contact Paul Mich at SJCBloodDrive@aol.com. Please support this Knights of Columbus sponsored event. Hosted By: The Ladies Society of St. Joseph Parish Proceeds: Local Hunger and Homeless Outreach Programs Consider Volunteering: http://www.signupgenius.com/ go/30e0545aaac2ba5f85-2016 Win a Trip for 2 to Ireland - "Slainte' (to your health) The Col. Thomas J. Cunningham Jr. Division of the Ancient Order of Hibernians will be offering you the opportunity to win a trip for 2 to Ireland after all of the Masses on the weekend of September 24th. The proceeds from this annual raffle is used primarily to support (in the form of tuition grants) at St. Joseph school, as well as at other local Catholic schools. As in year's past, we intend to sell a limited number of raffle tickets ($10/each; 3 for $25) The drawing will take place the evening of October 27th at O'Faolain's Pub in Sterling. As always, we thank you in advance of your support! Jay McCarthy, Division President and AOH State Secretary (and St. Joseph parishioner since 1985) Future with Hope Women s Conference Something special is coming to our diocese October 21-22 the first Future with Hope Women s Conference for Catholic women over 40. The event, at the Fairfax Hyatt Regency, is sponsored by the Arlington Diocese Council of Catholic Women and Joyful Spirit Gifts Catholic Store. Speakers include Vicki Thorn, founder of Project Rachel; Patricia Lorenz, the author of fourteen books, including her latest, 57 Steps to Paradise: Finding Love in Midlife and Beyond, and Lisa Mladinich, author of True Radiance: Finding Grace in the Second Half of Life. To learn more, visit www.futurewithhopewomen.com today! For media inquiries only, please contact: Melanie Rigney melanie@rejoicebeglad.com or 703-863-3940. St. Mark's Catholic Church English as a Second Language (ESL) ministry - Our ESL classes are offered on Tuesdays and Thursdays, from September 27 - December 1, 2016. The English classes are from 8 to 9:30 p.m. We also have Citizenship, Writing, Conversation, and Beginner Workshop from 7 to 7:45 p.m. A class for everyone!! All classes take place at St. Mark Christian Formation Center, 9972 Vale Road, Vienna, VA 22181. For additional information or to volunteer, email stmarksesl@gmail.com, or see the Web site at www.stmarkesl.org. You can also call 703-980-9380. Or for Spanish: (703)-626-3585; Korean: (703) 625-1367; and Chinese: (703) 625-1367). All are invited to hear Senator Dick Black speak on The Road to Damascus: Has U.S. Policy Revived Christian Persecution in Syria? on Wednesday September 21, 2016 at 7:30 p.m. (Parish Hall) at Our Lady of Hope Catholic Church.