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Staff Directory
Maggie Radzik
Head of School
703.759.4129
Anson Groves
Dir.of Religious Ed.
703.759.3530
Theresa Melendez Coord. Religious Ed.
703.759.3530
Nancy Caro
Sacristan
Rick Webb
Gen. Mgr. Financial Dir. 703.759.4350
Dr. Kimberly Hess
Director of Music
703.759.4350
Dr. Neil Ewachiw
Director of Choirs
703.759.4350
Mary LaPlante
Parish Secretary
703.759.4350
Jackie Fox
Bulletin Editor
703.759.4350
Guillermo DeLeon
Director of Facilities
703.638.4301
Emiro Soto
Maintenance
Rosa Hernandez
Support Staff
Stephen Dolenc
Web Master
stephendolenc
@gmail.com
Mass Intentions
Sunday, January 6
7:30 a.m.
Special Intention
8:45 a.m.
Dr. John M. Archer
10:30 a.m.
Pro Populo
1:00 p.m.
Margaret McGeady
Monday, January 7
9:00 a.m.
Dominick J. Calderazzo
Tuesday, January 8
9:00 a.m.
Bridget Manley
Wednesday, January 9
9:00 a.m.
John & Moira Connor
Thursday, January 10
9:00 a.m.
John Joseph Murphy III,
Friday, January 11
9:00 a.m.
Eugene Friedmann
Saturday, January 12
9:00 a.m.
John Joseph Murphy
5:30 p.m.
Rachel Kibbs
Daily Scriptures
READINGS AND CELEBRATIONS FOR THE WEEK
Sunday - The Epiphany of The Lord
Is 60:1-6, Ps 72, Eph 3:2-3a,5-6, Mt 2:1-12
Monday - St. Raymond of Penafort
1 Jn 3:22-4:6, Ps 2, Mt 4:12-17,23-25
Tuesday - Weekday in Ordinary Time
1 Jn 4:7-10, Ps 72, Mk 6:34-44
Wednesday - Weekday in Ordinary Time
1 Jn 4:11-18, Ps 72, Mk 6:45-52
Thursday - Weekday in Ordinary Time
1 Jn 4:19-5:4, Ps 72, Lk 4:14-22a
Friday - Weekday in Ordinary Time
1 Jn 5:5-13, Ps 147, Lk 5:12-16
Saturday - Weekday in Ordinary Time
1 Jn 5:14-21, Ps 149, Jn 3:22-30
Remember in your prayers the sick of our
Parish, especially:
Maryann Baron, Joshua Basile,
Heather Black, Baby Madison Black,
Jose Campos, John & Moira Connor,
Baby Natasha deSa, Marjorie Dolak,
Maria Keran, Joan Loftis, Carol McCarty,
Baby Peter Michalski, Lien Shinta,
Baby Anthony Yantiss
St. Catherine of Siena
Public opinion in Siena and the surrounding towns and
villages was sharply divided over what might be the driving
force behind this young and energetic woman. Many
people considered Catherine a saint, while others
denounced her as a fanatic or hypocrite and even
drummed up false charges against her. She was
eventually summoned to Florence to appear before a
general Chapter of Dominicans, where all these charges
were disproved. Not long after this, Raymond of Capua
was sent by the Dominicans to Siena in order to be the
lector at the Dominican church there. He also was
appointed to be Catherine's confessor and spiritual
director, and thus began the pious association of these two
future saints. Himself destined to be one of the great
fourteenth-century Dominicans, Blessed Raymond of
Capua became one of Catherine's champions and
disciples, and after her death he was one of her first
biographers. He was later elected Master General of the
Dominican Order, which he helped to revitalize.
From: Sermon in a Sentence
A Treasury of Quotations on the Spiritual Life
Volume 3 - St. Catherine of Siena
†
Pray for our Military Service Personnel
Please keep in your prayers our men and
women serving in dangerous parts of the
world, especially:
Jordan Bowren, Jeff Campbell, Douglas Dillon,
Christopher Frediani, Joe Gibson,
Chad Godfrey, Bryan Grimes, Erik Hood, Brian
Horn, Brendan McCarthy, Matt McKee, Chris
Nagle, Mark O'Neil, Matthew Rowell.
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The Blessed Sacrament
THIS IS MY BODY - THIS IS MY BLOOD
Further words to reflect upon:
I know I wouldn't be able to work one week if it were not for
the continual force coming from Jesus in the Blessed
Sacrament. In our society we begin our day with Mass and
Holy Communion and we end it with one full hour of
Adoration. We have permission from the different bishops
to expose the Blessed Sacrament. All of us know that
unless we believe and can see Jesus in the appearance of
bread on the altar, we will not be able to see Him in the
distressing disguise of the poor. Therefore, these two
loves are but one in Jesus.
- Mother Theresa
Eucharistic Adoration and Holy Hour
There are times when a scheduled adorer may need a
substitute to fill in for them. When this happens, please
utilize the substitute call list.
To sign up for adoration or for information regarding
adoration please contact Diane Cieslak 703.678.3919.
Holy Hour is at 7:30 p.m. every Wednesday and First
Friday.
24 hour Eucharistic Adoration is every Wednesday and
every First Friday, beginning after the 9:00 a.m. Mass and
ending the following morning just before the 9:00 a.m.
Mass.
Opus Dei Recollection
A priest of the Opus Dei prelature presents an "Evening of
Recollection" for women on the 3
rd
Monday of each month
from 7:30 p.m. to 9:15 p.m. in the church.
The schedule for "Evenings of Recollection" for men may
be obtained by visiting Website: restonstudycenter.org. For
further information call (703) 689-3433
.
Parish Stewardship
Thank you for your generous offerings of December 22/23.
The regular collection brought in $23,082 and the Poor Box
yielded $ 215. The Christmas day offering yielded
$38,025. Thank you for your generosity.
Altar Boy Schedule
The altar boy schedule is now under the Office of Religious
Education. Please contact the office if you have any
questions about the schedule or altar boy meetings. If your
name does not appear on the schedule, or you would like
to enroll as an altar boy, please contact the office at
703.759.3530.
Altar Boy Meeting
January 13
th
at 2:00 p.m., red cassock altar boys only.
Altar Boy Schedule
January 5/6- The Epiphany of Our Lord
5:30 p.m.
P. Battaglia, H. & M. Brown,
B. & T. Hatfield
7:30 a.m.
W. Keran, J. Livaudais, K. McQuade,
S. Pungello, A. Spalding, E. Watson
8:45 a.m.
G. & L. Fowler, A. & S. Hadford,
J., N. & T. Hale, J. Wilkinson
10:30 a.m. R. Buttarazzi, P. Cerroni, C. & J. Meehan,
M. Melendez, S. Moriarty,
D., J. & P. Santorum, N. Skacel, W. Twetten
1:00 p.m.
A. Ferguson, S. Goodwin,
L., N. & M. McCabe
January 12/13 - The Baptism of Our Lord
5:30 p.m.
P. Battaglia, H. & M. Brown, B. & T. Hatfield
7:30 a.m.
W. Keran, J. Livaudais, K. McQuade,
S. Pungello, A. Spalding, E. Watson
8:45 a.m.
G. & L. Fowler, A. & S. Hadford,
T., J. & N. Hale, M. Melendez, J. Wilkinson
10:30 a.m. R. Buttarazzi, P. Cerroni, C. & J. Meehan,
S. Moriarty, D., J. & P. Santorum, N. Skacel,
W. Twetten
1:00 p.m.
A. Ferguson, S. Goodwin,
L., N. & M. McCabe
Catechist Corner
Confrater
Confraternity of Christian Doctrine (CCD)
Office of Religious Education
January CCD Class Calendar
7,8
All classes in session
9
Confraternity meeting 7:00 p.m., Bishop Justs Hall
14,15 All classes in session
21
No classes in session
22
All classes in session
28
No classes in session
29
All classes in session
February CCD Class Calendar
4, 5
All classes in session
9
Boys Lenten Retreat (7
th
& 8
th
grades)
11,12 All classes in session
16
Girls Lenten Retreat (7
th
& 8
th
grades)
18
No classes in session
19
All classes in session
25, 26 All classes in session
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Let no one despise your youth, but set the
believers an example in speech and conduct, in
love, in faith, in purity. 1 Timothy 4:12
Catholic Youth Organization 2008
A Pilgrimage to Rome
The St. Catherine's Senior CYO is planning a pilgrimage to Rome
from the 18
th
of June 2008 to the 27
th
of June 2008. If you are
interested in this pilgrimage, please contact Anson Groves as
soon as possible. Chaperones are needed; please consider
leading the youth on this life-changing trip.
Senior CYO (9
th
to 12
th
grades)
January 6 Meeting 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 pm. in Padre Pio Hall
January 22 March For Life
January 26 Ski trip
Junior CYO (4
th
to 8
th
grades)
January 11 Meeting 6 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. in Padre Pio Hall
January 19 Laser tag
February 8 Meeting
St. Catherine of Siena Adult Bible Study
"From Adam to Jesus
- A Journey through the Bible"
Evening Session
Thursdays 7:30 p.m. in classroom 11
Morning Session
Fridays 10:00 a.m. in Bishop Justs Hall
1/10 & 1/11 The Book of Numbers continued.
1/17 & 1/18 Israel wandering - The Book Deuteronomy.
1/24 & 1/25 Deuteronomy continued
1/31 & 2/1 The Books of Moses in summary
Siena Academy News
Salutations from Siena Academy
The staff at Siena Academy wants to wish all parishioners
a very Happy New Year.
This column will appear in the weekly bulletin to keep you
advised of the school activities. We will make every
attempt to keep you posted on all current Siena Academy
news. For the most part, the elementary children will be
writing our news, but you will also have news from our staff
on occasion.
Maggie Radzik, the Head of the School, wishes to thank all
those who so generously donated to our Hope Fund, which
provides tuition assistance to parish families that have a
financial need for some help. The needs are ongoing and
we just wanted to remind you of the Hope Fund in hopes
that you will consider a donation in this New Year.
We hope to see many of our parishioners at our Gala on
January 26
th
at the Great Falls Country Club; it promises to
be a fun event.
Children's Corner
On Christmas Holiday Break
Epiphany Family Dance & Celebration
Save the Date! January 6th
Siena Academy will host an Epiphany Family Dance and
Celebration on Sunday, January 6
th
. Come join us after the
1:00 p.m. Mass for refreshments. Dancing will begin at
2:30 p.m. All ages are encouraged to come.
Siena Academy Mardi Gras Gala
River Bend Golf & Country Club!
Saturday, January 26, 2008
Please join your fellow parishioners for the social event of
the year! Saturday, January 26, 2008, marks the date of
our exquisite evening of fine dining, Silent and Live Auction
and program to benefit Siena Academy. Some highlights
from our auction inventory include: "Fine Dining for ten (10)
with Fr. Drummond," round of golf at Congressional Golf
Course for three (3), five to seven day stays at vacation
homes in Deep Creek Lake, Montana and an Ocean front
condo in Ocean City, a restaurant frenzy of gift certificates
from favorite local restaurants, custom jewelry, one-of-a-
kind experiences and much more! Please mark your
calendar and RSVP by January 11, 2008. Any questions,
please contact the Gala Chair, Shannon McLaughlin at
703.532.3935. Thank you for your support and we hope to
see all of you there!
The Women's Association
It's time for a "Faith Life" - All the women of
the parish are cordially invited to an evening of
Reflection sponsored by the Women's
Association. Traditionally, January is the time for New
Year's resolutions and self improvement programs, so, join
us for a 'spiritual get in shape program', and prepare
spiritually for a great year and a good Lent! Our guest
speaker will be Fr. John Hopkins, (or another Legionary
priest) on Thursday, January 10
th
at 7:30 p.m. in Padre Pio
Hall. Bring a friend or two along!
The Over Fifty Club of St. Catherine of Siena
Extending an invitation for any
Senior to join our Social Club. We
meet on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday
of each month in Bishop Justs Hall
from 11:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. There
are interesting speakers, trips,
special luncheons and a fun social
time to meet new people. We also
have a social bridge group that
meets the 1st Friday of the month
at 10:00 a.m. Single's or couples
are warmly welcomed. For more
information contact Mary Ann at
703.404.8677, or Madeline at
703.759.2605.
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The Over 50 Club Scheduled Senior Trips
Mount Vernon
March 14 - A day trip to the new Newseum (The
interactive Museum of News) in Washington, D.C.
Recently opened, having three of the largest glass
enclosed elevators in the world (100 people each)
wrapping around a 90 foot atrium, 2 television studios, 14
theatres and galleries, news from around the world, 9/11
gallery and many other interesting exhibits including part of
the Berlin Wall, and Journalists Memorial. $56.00
April 4 - A day trip to see "Daniel" at Sight & Sound
theatre in Lancaster. Fantastic show with live & animated
animals, magnificent scenery and amazing technology.
Buffet dinner included. Complete package $109.
April 16 & 17 - An overnight trip to the Greenbrier
Resort, (5-Star) in W. VA. They have just completed fifty
million dollars of renovation. Includes: dinner, dancing,
breakfast, tea and tour of the former Government Bunkers,
which could keep 1,100 people underground for months.
$471/DBL. Registration by January 15
th
. Deposit $50.
April 25 - Day trip to Mt. Vernon (beautifully
redecorated), includes a tour of the Mansion, three-course
luncheon with Martha Washington. $59.00.
April 30 - Day trip with Mass by Father Drummond to
Mother Seton, St. Jude and the Cathedral of Mary Our
Queen, luncheon at the famous Sabatino's restaurant.
May 15 & 16 - Atlantic City (overnight).
May 21 - Day trip to the Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre to
see Guys and Dolls. Motor coach pick-up at church
parking lot.
September - EWTN trip is being scheduled. Please
call for details and registration.
October 8 to 22 - England, Scotland and Wales (15
days).
Includes tours of Edinburgh, Lake District,
Snowdonia, Cotswolds, London. Departure from Dulles
Airport.
You do not need to be a senior to join us, or a member of
the Club. Please call the following for more information
and/or registration.
Mary Ann at 703.404.8677 or Lorraine at 703.448.9181.
Lost & Found
For lost items please contact the parish secretary at
703.759.4350 or stop by the rectory.
A Ministry to Traveling Catholics
To locate a Catholic Church while traveling visit
www.masstimes.org. Search by using the name of the
town you are traveling to, or by zip code. You will find
information on the closest Catholic Church to your
destination, along with parish Mass times and directions.
In the Diocese & Other Events
Website: www.arlingtondiocese.org
Vocations Awareness
Some white-collar jobs are more challenging than others
Vocation Prayer:
Lord Jesus, You have manifested the power of the Holy
Spirit by Your baptism in the Jordan. Make us grow in our
eagerness to follow Your call and fulfill our mission to serve
You, impelled by that same Spirit. Deliver us from all
hesitation and fear in responding to Your invitation and help
us to return Your merciful love through our own sacrificial
gift of self. Amen.
"God chose us before the world began to be holy." God
has chosen each person in Christ for a particular vocation.
If He may be calling you to be holy through a vocation to
the priesthood or consecrated life, call: Fr. Brian Bashista
at 703.841.2514,or write: b.bashista@arlingtondiocese.org.
Gabriel Project & Project Rachel
Below are two assistance programs sponsored by the
Catholic Diocese of Arlington. These programs are open to
anyone in need, regardless of their faith.
Gabriel Project provides pregnancy assistance to women
and men in crisis pregnancy. Call: 703.841.3810 or visit
gabrielproject@arlingtondiocese.org.
Project Rachel provides assistance to those women and
men who have suffered an abortion. Call:(703) 841-2504
or: projectrachel@arlingtondiocese.org.
From the Office for Family Life
You are invited to a morning of prayerful remembrance and
intercession to be held on Saturday, January 19
th
at Queen
of Apostles Catholic Church in Alexandria, from 10:00 a.m.
to noon. The hidden wounds of abortion affect each of us.
Whether it be one's neighbor, co-worker, friend, relative,
maybe oneself ... as a community we have all been
touched. Join us as we observe the 35
th
Anniversary of
Roe v. Wade, the Supreme Court Decision legalizing
abortion. We will gather to pray and intercede on behalf of
our entire nation, seeking forgiveness and healing in God's
merciful love. The day will include Mass, Eucharistic
Adoration and the Sacrament of Reconciliation and is
sponsored by the Arlington Diocese. For more information,
please contact the Office for Family Life at 703.841.2755.
2008 World Day of Peace
& January Resources
Visit www.arlingtondiocese.org/offices/peacejustice for
resources related to January events. These materials are
available to be downloaded, reproduced and used,
especially by small groups, committees and councils in
parishes, youth groups, religious education classes, adult
formation groups, ministry teams, liturgy planners,
educators, pastoral care ministers (the list is endless since
there is something for everyone in the packet).
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Pope John Paul the Great
Catholic High School Open House
Please join us on Saturday, January 12th or Monday,
January 14
th
to learn more about the exciting and
innovative new Diocesan High School opening in August
2008! Come meet Sr. Mary Jordan Hoover, O.P., our new
principal, and learn about the unique programs planned for
Pope John Paul the Great Catholic High School along with
exciting activities and extracurricular programs already in
the works.
Saturday, January 12
th
from 1 - 3 p.m.
All Saints Parish, 9300 Stonewall Road, Manassas
Monday, January 14
th
from 7 - 9 p.m.
St. William of York, 3120 Jefferson Davis Hwy. Stafford
A New Years Resolution Opportunity
The Catholic Charities Christ House Thrift Shop at 131 S.
West St., Alexandria (off of King Street in Old Town) needs
men and women and responsible high school youth
(service hours!!!) to accept and sort donations, assist
customers, market the store, and maintain attractive
displays. Handypersons also are needed to keep the shop
in tip-top shape. Must be able to work at least one four-
hour shift (11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.), Tuesday - Saturday.
Please contact: Sally O'Dwyer at 703.841.3838 or email:
sodwyer@ccda.net. Also needed: your donations of gently
used in season clothing, small knickknacks and household
items.
Center for Family Development (CFD)
Your are cordially invited to monthly
"Mornings & Evenings of Refection for Women."
Hosted by the Women of Regnum Christi
Mornings: 9:45 a.m. -12.30 p.m.
(Babysitting available for those who call in advance)
Evenings: 7:30 p.m. - 9:45 p.m.
Conferences, Mass, Confession, Refreshments
1/23/08 You Shall Not Kill
Hurting Others with Thoughts & Words
Located at 7007 Bradley Blvd, Bethesda
Phone: 301.365.0612 for further information.
Evening Retreats for Men -
two locations
Our Lady of Bethesda Retreat Center
The first Wednesday of every month from 7:00 p.m.-9:45
p.m. Retreats begin with Mass and include dinner and
opportunities for Confession. Located at 7007 Bradley
Blvd., in Bethesda, MD. Information: 302.365.0612.
St. Timothy Catholic Church
Every 2
nd
Wednesday of the month from 7:00 p.m.-9:30
p.m. Includes Mass, two talks, opportunities for Confession
and refreshments. All men over 18 years of age are
invited. Located at 13807 Poplar Tree Rd., Chantilly.
Information: 703.631.4976.
Catholic Charities Ball 2008
Save the date! Black Tie - Friday, February 1, 2008
At the Ritz Carlton in Tyson's Corner.
Consider enjoying the evening with fellow parishioners by
reserving a "Parish Table" - For ticket information and
donation opportunities call Nancy Rowles at 703.255.0188
or email CCBall2008@att.net.
The Flight into Egypt
The flight into Egypt describes an event in the Gospel of
Matthew, in which Joseph fled to Egypt with his wife
Mary and Jesus, after the visit of the magi, having been
warned by an angel that Herod had planned a massacre
in order to kill Jesus, because a prophesy seemed to say
that Jesus may grow up to be a threat to Herod's throne.
Matthew is repeatedly careful to describe Joseph only
as the husband of Jesus' mother, rather than as Jesus'
father. Egypt was the logical place to seek refuge, as it
was outside the dominions of King Herod, and
throughout the Old Testament it was the standard place
of exile for those unsafe in Palestine. At the time in
which the story of the flight is set, both Egypt and
Palestine were part of the Roman Empire, making travel
between them easy and relatively safe. Throughout
Egypt there are a number of churches and shires that
claim to mark an area where the family stayed. The
most important of these is the church of Abu Serghis that
claims to be built on the place the family had its home.
From the Vatican
The Holy Father's Prayer Intention for
January 2008
General:
That the Church may strengthen her commitment to full
visible unity in order to manifest ever more clearly her
nature as a community of love in which is reflected the
communion of the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit.
Mission:
That the Church in Africa, preparing to celebrate the
second Special Assembly of the Synod of Bishops for
Africa, may continue to be a sign and channel of
reconciliation and justice in a continent still suffering from
war, exploitation and poverty.