greater than His love. There is no person who He does not call to

ST. LEO THE GREAT CHURCH
FAIRFAX, VIRGINIA
www.stleofairfax.com
Dear Friends,
This Sunday, our first reading is from the Book
of Jonah. The story captures the imagination of all –
especially the young. What could more cool than being
swallowed by a big fish and being spit out alive after
three days? But when we look at the story a little more
closely we see that the message is one that is most
significant and one that we who are adults need to hear
in a new and serious way.
Jonah is called by God to preach repentance to
the Ninevites. They are a pagan, faithless, and sinful
people. Jonah seeks to escape from God’s call to
preach repentance to them since he does not want them
to repent – he wants them annihilated. Jonah relents at
last and obeys the Lord’s command. To his great
chagrin, his preaching is effective. The people of
Nineveh are moved to sorrow for their sins and turn
back to God with great sincerity. Jonah is now angry
with God. “He prayed to the Lord, ‘O Lord, is this not
what I said while I was still in my own country? This
is why I fled at first toward Tarshish. I knew that you
are a gracious and merciful God, slow to anger,
abounding in kindness, repenting of punishment. So
now Lord, please take my life from me; it is better for
me to die than to live.’”
January 25, 2015
greater than His love. There is no person who He does
not call to Himself. Even as we deal with the reality of
unimaginable acts of violence and evil perpetrated by
people throughout our world, we must continue to pray
for them. In the end they may respond or they may not
respond – that is God’s concern. If we are relying upon
a “gracious and merciful God, slow to anger,
abounding in kindness, repenting of punishment” for
ourselves, we had better be willing to pray for the
conversion and blessing of our enemies as well.
In Christ,
Rev. David A. Whitestone, Pastor
2015 BISHOP’S LENTEN APPEAL
BEGINS! This month Bishop Loverde
will send a mailing regarding the 2015
Bishop’s Lenten Appeal (BLA). The
theme for the 2015 BLA is “Stewards of
Christ Sharing Gospel Joy!” After
reflecting upon the many blessings that God has given you,
please prayerfully consider making a sacrificial pledge of
support to this important appeal that funds many programs
and ministries that serve thousands of people in our
diocese. When we join together as one Body in Christ, we
can do so much for so many!
FRASSATI FAIRFAX Under the patronage
Jonah storms off to a deserted place outside the
city to sulk. The sun beats down upon his head so God
caused to spring up a gourd plant which provided
shade and relief. The next morning a worm came and
destroyed the plant. Scorching winds and the heat of
the sun then followed. Jonah again wishes for death.
And now we come to the point of the story: “But God
said to Jonah, ‘Do you have a right to be angry over
the gourd plant?’ Jonah answered, ‘I have a right to be
angry – angry enough to die.’ Then the Lord said,
‘You are concerned over the gourd plant which cost
you no effort and which you did not grow; it came up
in one night and in one night it perished. And should I
not be concerned over the great city of Nineveh, in
which there are more than a hundred and twenty
thousand persons who cannot know their right hand
from their left, not to mention all the animals.”
How often indeed we are “Jonah” - Relying
upon God’s mercy for ourselves and His vengeance for
others! God desires all to be saved. There is no sin
of Bl. Giorgio Frassati, we are a
community of young adults (20's-30's,
singles and couples) who are striving to
deepen our faith, serve the community,
and evangelize the culture, all while
enjoying coffee and outdoors-y activities.
UPCOMING EVENTS:
Saturday, February 7: join us for 9:00am Mass, Holy Half
Hour and Coffee! See our Facebook page for more details!
Find us on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/groups/
FrassatiFairfax/
For more Info, contact us at: [email protected]
Follow us on Twitter: @FrassatiFairfax
Recruiting Judges for the 2015 Diocesan Science Fair
April 18 at Paul VI High School Calling all individuals with
a science background! The Office of Catholic Schools
needs help judge seventh and eighth grade students’
research projects for the 2015 Science Fair. Categories
include botany, health, chemistry, zoology, behavioral
science, engineering, physics, math and other areas of life
and physical science. If your calendar allows you to spend
the morning from 8 am until noon on April 18 at Paul VI
High School to judge projects, please call Deidre Ryan at
the Office of Catholic Schools at (703) 841-2519.
THIRD SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
—Please remember in your prayers the repose
of the souls of the faithful departed, especially:
E. Alan Guseman, husband of Sue Guseman.
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
—We ask you to remember those in need of our
daily prayers, especially: Richard Centracchio,
Frank Kelly, Ken Brzonkala, Mary Ellen Brzonkala.
BLESSING OF PARENTS NEXT SUNDAY, February 1
On the 1st Sunday of each month, Saint Leo features a
blessing for Expectant and Adopting Parents in support of
life & family. The blessing will take place after the 9am
Mass in the church. Parents in any stage of pregnancy or
the adoption process are invited.
2 Tm 1:1-8; Mk 3:22-30
Heb 10:1-10; Mk 3:31-35
Heb 10:11-18; Mk 4:1-20
Heb 10:19-25; Mk 4:21-25
Heb 10:32-39; Mk 4:26-34
Heb 11:1-2, 8-19; Mk 4:35-41
Dt 18:15-20; 1 Cor 7:32-35;
Mk 1:21-28
MASS INTENTIONS
January 26 through February 1
st
THE 11 AM MASS NEXT SUNDAY, February 1 , will be
for the souls of those parishioners, family members and
friends who have died during the last month. If you would
like to have someone remembered in the Prayers of the
Faithful at this Mass, please call 703-273-5369.
Mini-Retreat/Evening of Recollection for Women at St.
Leo on Tuesday, Feb. 3rd from 7:30-9:00 pm in the church.
This monthly event is designed to help us refocus on our
struggle to become saints, and to make it our joyful duty
serve. Sponsored by Opus Dei. For more information,
please call Peggy, 703-620-4945.
St. Leo Mom's Group Welcoming all mothers
for faith-filled fellowship. We have monthly bible
studies, outings with the children, mom's night
out and meals for new moms. Mothers of any
age children, and children of all ages are
welcome! In addition to our meetings, we do
service projects, field trips, Bible Study, Book
Club, park outings, Moms’ night out, meals for moms, &
more!!! Contact Michele Healy at [email protected] or
Lisa Harsh at [email protected]
Gabriel Project Pregnant? Need Help? The
Gabriel Project is a Pro-Life movement
offering parish- based pastoral care to
women in a crisis pregnancy or expectant
mothers simply in need of support. St. Leo
the Great is an active participant in this
ministry with volunteer “Angels” willing and
able to help. For volunteer information on
Gabriel Project contact [email protected] or
for help call 1-866-444-3553.
Learn English! Classes are held at Saint Leo on Saturdays
from 10 am-12 pm. The cost is $50 for the 12 week
semester. Register on Saturday in Parish Hall! For more
information, call Catholic Charities at 571-208-1572.
Mon.:
6:15
9:00
Maria Negrin-Grau
Special Intention
Tues.:
6:15
9:00
Eugenia P. Reyes
James Wall
Wed.:
6:15
9:00
Helene Parvin
Gary P. Curran
Thurs.:
6:15
9:00
Sarah Pettrone
Tom Anton
Fri.:
6:15
9:00
Margaret Milanese
Philip E. Storm
Sat.:
9:00
5:00
Richard Hart
Robert LeBlanc
Sun.:
7:30
9:00
11:00
1:00
5:00
For the Parish
Alberto Zavoli
deceased of the parish
Cecilio De La Rosa
Doris Marie Barber Stocking
In addition to the regular schedule of Masses, Mass has
been offered for the following intentions: Allen Dobey, Ann
Kernan, John Stoehr, Shirley Henrichs, Maria Genovese,
Owen Reilly.
BAPTISM CLASS IS MANDATORY at Saint
Leo. The next class is Tuesday, February 10th at
7:30 pm in the St. Mark room. Please call the
rectory office (703-273-5369) to register.
Low Gluten Hosts are available for those who need them.
Please inform the sacristan before Mass begins.
The second collection this weekend benefits the Church in
Latin America. Please be generous.
ST. LEO THE GREAT CHURCH
FAIRFAX, VIRGINIA
www.stleofairfax.com
A VOCATION VIEW
“Follow Me and I will make you fishers of
men.” Are you considering a vocation as to
the priesthood or consecrated life? Call
Father J.D. Jaffe at 703-841-2514 or write:
[email protected].
Saint Leo the Great Catholic School
Development Committee presents
Live & Silent Auction
featuring 7-night Caribbean Cruise
Buffet Dinner & Beverages
Music
Raffles
Vegas Style Gaming
Please visit the school website www.saintleothegreatschool.org
or event website – stleosch.ejoinme.org/Cruising2015
for more details and to purchase tickets
Saint Leo the Great
Catholic School
invites interested parents to visit the
school and learn what makes us a
National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence
Applications for the current school year are
available in the school office. You may stop by to
pick one up during school hours, 8:00 am-3:00
pm or access forms on our website at:
www.saintleothegreatschool.org/Admissions.
Applications for the 2015-2016 school
year are available. Join us for an
Open House on any of the following
dates: Jan. 25, 12:00pm; Feb. 26,
10am, or call the school office to make
an appointment for a tour 703-273-1211.
In case of inclement weather please check the website or call
the school office.
Financial Aid packets available upon request.
PLEASE NOTE: Saint Leo parishioners receive preferential
status in Pre-School through eighth grade applications.
In-parish families must be registered.
January 25, 2015
ADULT FAITH FORMATION
Faith & Food at P.J. Skidoos
Please join us on Monday, February 2nd at
7:00 pm, for an evening of fellowship and
lively discussion over dinner (appetizers on
us!). Be sure to bring your friends! All ages are
welcome! To suggest topics or submit questions you
would like answered, please contact Carolyn:
[email protected], 703-273-7277.
Pilgrimage to Italy sponsored by St.
Leo the Great's Adult Faith Formation
Travel with Fr. Matthew DeForest and
Carolyn Smith to Rome, Tuscany,
Florence, Siena, Orvieto, Milan, Sordevolo, and
Turin. See the Holy Shroud in Turin which will not be
on display again until 2025! The trip will be from June
3 – 13, 2015. ALL inclusive price is $3,999.00. This
includes airfare, all hotels, breakfasts, dinners
(including red and white wine), tips, entrances, and
private guide. Mass will be celebrated daily.
To
register, please contact Proximo Travel at (855) 8428001 or (508) 340-9370. You can also register online
at www.proximotravel.com. You can see an online
brochure at www.stleofairfax.com.
For more information, please contact Carolyn at
[email protected] or 703-273-5369.
Busy Couple’s 7-Day Online Retreat with Bishop Loverde
In honor of National Marriage Week 2015, Bishop Loverde will
lead an online retreat for couples beginning on World
Marriage Feb. 8 through Feb. 14. Each day, Bishop Loverde
will offer reflections and practical steps for growing closer to
Jesus and to your spouse. The retreat will conclude at 10 am
on St. Valentine’s Day, Feb. 14, with a live reflection,
exposition and Holy Mass led by Bishop Loverde at the
Cathedral of St. Thomas More, in Arlington. To learn more,
visit: www.arlingtondiocese.org/CouplesRetreat.
We
are
here.
Putting
smiles
on
faces. Showing our brothers and sisters what
love looks like. Feeding the hungry. Helping to
restore
lives
and
picking
up
the
pieces. Looking out for the less fortunate.
Sharing stories of God's goodness. "It's not about how
much you're giving. It's about the heart you are giving it
with...if you can bring anything, that amount will help
somebody somewhere."
Volunteer Opportunities: 703/352-3509.
THIRD SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
Religious Education News
8th Grade Religious Education classes continue with the
Bible Study “Encounter”. We look forward to seeing your
child on Mondays, 7:00 -8:15 pm.
Religious Education Office:
703-273-4868
Overcoming Sin & Evil at this Year’s Men’s Conference
on March 7 All men of the parish are invited to the sixth
annual diocesan Men’s Conference on March 7. This year’s
conference –Victory Over the Common Enemy– will feature
Fr. Larry Richards and author Neal Lozano exploring the
presence of sin and evil in our lives and how to overcome
them. Breakfast, lunch, and Mass with Bishop Loverde are
included. New Conference location: Foxchase Manor,
Manassas. Visit: www.arlingtondiocese.org/men for more
details or to register.
Kerri Caviezel & Kathleen Wilson to speak at the
2015 Women’s Conference on March 28
All women of the Diocese are encouraged to
attend the annual Women’s Conference at
Foxchase Manor in Manassas on March 28
with Kerri Caviezel, and the founder of
Mary’s Shelter, Kathleen Wilson. The
conference will focus on Transforming
Suffering into Joy. It will begin with Mass
celebrated by Bishop Loverde at 8:45
am. Confessions offered from 7 -8:45
am. Register Online. No registration at the
door. Please visit www.arlingtondiocese.org/
women for registration and information.
Father Diamond Council
Events & Calendar
Meetings – 2nd and 4th Tuesdays
8:00 PM
Providence Hall
1/27
1/31
2/1
7:00 Rosary, 8:00 PM - 2nd Degree -Providence Hall
followed by meeting
3rd Degree @school gym –candidates arrive 10:15
Degree begins at 11:00 – lunch served after degree
Scout Breakfast –school gym after 9:00 AM mass
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Giant, Shoppers Food Warehouse & Safeway Food Cards for
sale – at Parish Hall every weekday at 3:00 PM or call Larry
Novak - 703-978-6137
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Join the Knights – Contact Pat McGuire – 703-218-2986
HIGH SCHOOL:
HSYN TONIGHT! Join us in the gym aer the
5:00pm Mass, for dinner, games, and friends,
6:00pm-8:00pm. Fr. David Dufresne will be sharing his
story about his journey to the Priesthood!
RCIT (Rite of Chris'an Ini'a'on for Teens) If you are in
high school and are looking to receive, Bap'sm, First
communion, or Confirma'on please email Erik at
[email protected].
Registra'ons for sacramental prep classes now available!
Girls CLC is this week, Monday, January 26. Each week we
break open the Gospels and reflect on scripture. Having tea
par'es and ea'ng cupcakes are part of the weekly fun!
Interested? Contact Laura Benne7: [email protected]
Boys CLC is this week! Join us Wednesday, January 28 . Each
week we break open the Gospels and reflect on
scripture. Playing ul'mate frisbee, board games, or jamming
out are part of the weekly fun! Interested? Contact Erik Teter
at [email protected]
Middle School
"Thursday Takeovers" this week, January 29 from 3:305:00pm. 6th-8th graders are invited to come for snacks,
games, and ul'mate frisbee. We meet in the Youth Room.
Our next "On Fire!" is Saturday, February 7, from 5:008:00pm. We will meet for Mass, followed by a free dinner
in the Guadalupe Room, games ,a brief talk, giveaways,
and a bonfire with s'mores. "On Fire!" is a once month,
large group event. This year's theme is "Living a Life of
Virtue." 6th-8th graders welcome!
Volunteer! Do you have a heart for youth ministry? We
are looking for YOU! We need adult volunteers with
hearts on fire for Christ! Must be at least 21 years of age,
and be fully compliant with the requirements of the
Diocesan Office for the ProtecAon of Children/Young
People. We need volunteers for both our High School and
Middle School Youth Ministry Programs.
Questions? Email Erik or Melissa at: [email protected].
Mass to Pray for Healing of Victims/Survivors of Sexual
Abuse In 2004, Bishop Loverde began a series of diocesan
-sponsored Masses to pray for healing for victims/survivors
of sexual abuse. The Masses are followed by a reception.
The next Mass will be on Monday, February 4 at 7:30pm
at St. Mary of Sorrows (5222 Sideburn Rd., Fairfax).
Bishop Paul S. Loverde will preside. All are welcome to join
us as a community to pray for healing for victims/survivors
of sexual abuse.
ST. LEO THE GREAT CHURCH
FAIRFAX, VIRGINIA
www.stleofairfax.com
January 25, 2015
“Síganme y haré de ustedes pescadores de
hombres”. ¿Estás considerando una vocación
al sacerdocio o a la vida consagrada? llama al
Padre J.D. Jaffe al (703) 841-2514 o escribele
a: [email protected].
Arlington TOT returns February 9
TOT is held on the 2nd Monday of each month at
O'Sullivan's Irish Pub located at 3207 Washington Blvd.,
in Arlington.
Talk begins at 7:30 pm and ends with Q&A at 8:30 pm. All
adults (ages 21-39) single and married of all faith
backgrounds are invited.
Happy Hour Specials 3-7:30 pm
$5 house wine; $3 domesAc boFles; $4 rail drinks
$1 off all draIs
Horarios e Información
Santas Misas:
Español:
Inglés:
domingos a la 1:00 pm
sábados–5 pm (Vigilia),
domingos–7:30, 9, 11:00, 5pm
Confesiones en español: Los domingos desde las 12:00pm
a 12:50pm.
Bautizos: Preparación- llamar a Carlos Cea: 703-8362139.
RCIA Para Adultos: Domingos 11:00am-12:15pm, Salón Juan
en el Centro Parroquial. Para información, llamar al Diácono
José López, 703-222-7704.
Matrimonio: Todo Católico que desee contraer matrimonio
debe contactar la parroquia por lo menos seis meses antes del
evento. Para mayor información comunicarse con Diacono
Jose Lopez 703-222-7704.
Catequesis Para Niños y Jóvenes: domingos 11– 12:30.
Llamar a: 703-273-4868.
Sacramentos para Estudiantes de Secundaria: llamar
a la Oficina de Jovenes al teléfono 703-591-6089, ó email a
[email protected].
Legion de Maria: sabado 5:00—6:30 pm ó domingo 11
am—12:30 pm.
Información: Virginia Pierson —[email protected]
No Habra’ clases el Domingo 25 de Enero.
¡Aprenda inglés! Clases son los sábados de 10am a 12pm. Las
clases cuestan $50 por el semestre de 12 semanas. ¡Inscríbase
sábado en Parish Hall! Para más información, llame a Catholic
Charities- Hogar Immigrant Services al 571-208-1572.
¡COMIENZA LA PETICIÓN CUARESMAL DEL OBISPO DE
2015! Este mes, Monseñor Loverde enviará correspondencia
sobre la Petición Cuaresmal del Obispo (PCO) de 2015. El
tema de esta PCO es ¡Servidores de Cristo que comparten la
alegría del Evangelio! Después de reflexionar sobre las
muchas bendiciones recibidas de Dios, les ruego que en
espíritu de oración y sacrificio consideren la posibilidad de
hacer na promesa de contribución para apoyar este importante
llamamiento que permite financiar muchos programas y
ministerios al servicio de miles de personas de nuestra
Diócesis. Cuando nos unimos como un cuerpo en Cristo,
¡podemos hacer tanto para ayudar a tantas personas!
Se ofrece clases de inglés Caridades Catolicas–Hogar
Hispano ofrece clases de inglés en la Iglesia San Leo
Magno los sábados de 10 am a 12 pm. Ofrecemos varios
niveles de clase. Llame a 571-208-1572.
Grupo Divina Misericordia y Compasión ¿Conoce a alguien
que se encuentre solo y enfermo? ¿Sabe de alguien que
necesite de la palabra de Dios y de la compañía de miembros
de su iglesia? Un grupo de personas de nuestra parroquia
visita a los miembros de la comunidad que se encuentran
enfermos en los hospitales ó en sus casas. Se brinda
oraciones y compañía a todas aquellas personas delicadas de
salud. Tambien un ministro le puede traer comunión ó puede
pedir que un sacerdote le visite para recibir los sacramentos.
Por favor llamen a Gilma Orozco al 571-238-6634.
Estudio Bíblico: Gálatas- Liberados para Vivir una Vida Plena
El grupo de estudio bíblico se volverá a reunir a partir de
viernes, 23 de enero, todos los viernes de 7:30-9:00pm en el
salón San Juan. Estamos comenzando un nuevo estudio
sobre la Carta a los Gálatas. Personas que no estuvieron en la
sesión anterior que deseen integrarse lo pueden hacer, el
costo de material es $10. Para mayor información contactar a
Gustavo y Sandra Solares 703-346-0409.
GED: Los domingos de 2:30 a 4:00pm en el salón Guadalupe.
Hora Santa: Jesus nos dijo ¿No puedes acompañarme por
una hora? El grupo de oración de la parroquia los invita a
una Hora de Adoración delante del Santísimo normalmente
todos lo últimos sábados del més. La próxima hora santa
será el 31 de enero.
Alfabetización: Los domingos de 2:30 a 4:00pm en el Centro
Parroquial.
Grupo de Oración Sábados 6-8:30pm, Salon de Nuestra Sra
de La Guadalupe. Información: Jose Ferrufino: 703-250-1343.
Para mas información, llamar al Diacono José López 703222-7704.
THIRD SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
ST. LEO THE GREAT CHURCH
FAIRFAX, VIRGINIA
www.stleofairfax.com
January 25, 2015