Twenty-third Sunday in Ordinary Time September 8, 2013

St. John the Apostle Catholic Church Parish Center: 101 Oakcrest Manor Drive, N.E., Leesburg, VA 20176

Chapel of the Immaculate Conception (Little Church): Corner of King and Union Streets

(703) 777-1317 — Fax (703) 771-9016 — www.saintjohnleesburg.org

email: church@stjohnleesburg.com

Parish Membership Welcome to the St. John the Apostle community! Please register at the parish office or you can download a registration form from our parish website. If you move, kindly let us know.

Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament Adoration is held in the Little Church after Mass on Thursday mornings until Mass begins on Friday mornings. Stop by the Little Church any time during the adoration and spend some time in silent prayer visiting with the Lord.

Sacrament of Reconciliation Saturdays 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. (New Church) Mondays after 8:30 a.m. mass (Little Church) and 12:00 noon mass (New Church)

Sacrament of Baptism Parents must be registered in the Parish; sponsors must be practicing Catholics. Please call the parish office to register. First-time parents must take a class scheduled for the first Monday of each month at 7:00 p.m. in the Parish Center. Baptisms are every Sunday at 4:00 p.m. in the New Church; the second Sunday of each month at 1:00 p.m. in the Little Church.

Sacrament of Marriage Parish couples planning to be married must make arrangements with the Office at least six months prior to the intended date of marriage.

MASS SCHEDULE

Saturday Vigil: 5:30 p.m. Sunday Masses:

7:30 a.m., 9:00 a.m., 10:45 a.m., 12:30 p.m. Spanish Mass: 2:15 p.m.

Daily Mass: Monday - Friday: 8:30 a.m. (Little Church)

and 12:00 noon (New Church) Saturday: 9:00 a.m. (New Church)

Special Masses: 1st and 3rd Sunday of each month,

Latin Extraordinary Form, 10:30 a.m. (Little Church)

PARISH OFFICE

The Parish Office is open Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

ST. JOHN THE APOSTLE STAFF

Pastor: Rev. John P. Mosimann Parochial Vicar: Rev. Francis J. Peffley Priest in Residence: Rev. Andrés Fernández Candidate for Permanent Diaconate:

Mr. Robert Gillispie Business Manager: Joseph Ange Office Manager: Rorie Rossie Development Director: Ken Tschida Bookkeeper: Leona Nutter Administrative Assistants: Sonia Castelli (Bilingual) Mary Rekenthaler Religious Education Office (703) 777-3891 Director: Ted Spinelli Asst. Director: Diana Solomon Youth Ministry Office (703) 777-3892 Director: Sarah Ginther Liturgical Music Office (703) 777-7847

Director: Jason Phillips St. John’s Preschool Office (703) 777-7873 Director: Dr. Jane Taylor

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Dear Folks, Last weekend Pope Francis called for a in Syria, in the entire Mideast region, and throughout the whole world to be held on Saturday, September 7th, 2013. Yep, that is yesterday. So did you hear about this on Facebook, or in the blogosphere? Hopefully. As this bulletin goes to press, I am still working out details of how we might participate as a parish. But the exhortation from the Pope must be taken seriously by every Catholic, and if you missed this invitation, then I suggest you pick a day this week to join your brothers and sisters in fasting and prayer for peace. But what is the Holy Father asking of us? ...Fasting, prayer and almsgiving, “express conversion in relation to oneself, to God, and to others” (CCC 1969, 1434). To foster the spirit of penance and of reparation for sin, to encourage self-denial, and to guide us in the footsteps of Jesus, Church law requires the observance of fast and abstinence (CCC 1249-1253). Everyone, from the celebration of their 18th birthday to their 59th birthday, is bound to fast on Ash Wednesday and Good Friday. Voluntary fasting on other weekdays of Lent, especially on Wednesdays and Fridays, is highly recommended. Fasting is generally understood to mean eating one full meal each day. Two other partial meals, sufficient to maintain strength, may be taken; but together they should not equal another full meal. Eating between meals is not permitted, but liquids are allowed. Frankly folks, these are the minimum. Yes everyone does well to embrace more, and try to be a spiritual champion. In fact, you will notice that this minimum does not explicitly require the other forms of fasting/abstinence, i.e.: from alcoholic drink, television, video games, sweets, Internet use and social media. These are of true spiritual value and are strongly encouraged as a way to enter into the spirit of generous sacrifice for our brothers and sisters suffering in war torn areas of the world. May we be instruments of the Lord's peace. Finally, the St. John's Golf tournament is on Monday. There will be an early morning mass for all that want to attend at 7:30 a.m. at the New Church. pax,

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THIS WEEK AT ST. JOHN’S

Monday, September 9 7:30 a.m. Parish Golf Tournament 9:30 a.m. Prayer Shawl Ministry 9:35 a.m. Legion of Mary 4:30 and 7:00 p.m. Junior CYM 7:00 p.m. Baptism Class

Tuesday, September 10 9:45 a.m. Junior Legion of Mary 10:00 a.m. Women’s Group 4:15 and 5:45 p.m. Elementary Religious Ed 7:00 p.m. Junior CYM 7:30 p.m. Bible Study 7:30 p.m. Legion of Mary

Wednesday, September 11 9:30 a.m. Mom’s Playgroup 4:15 and 5:45 p.m. Elementary Religious Ed 7:00 p.m. 9th grade Religious Ed 7:00 p.m. Knights of Columbus

Thursday, September 12 4:15 and 5:45 p.m. Elementary Religious Ed 7:00 p.m. 9th grade Religious Ed 7:00 p.m. Usher Meeting 7:00 p.m. Into Mary’s Hand Prayer Group

Saturday, September 14 5:30 p.m. Rite of Enrollment for Confirmation Mass

Sunday, September 15

Pancake Breakfast after 7:30 a.m., 9:00 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. mass

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PARISH FINANCES August 25, 2013

Sunday Collection $22,441.47 Building Fund/Pledges $6,107.30

READINGS FOR THE WEEK

Monday Col 1:24 — 2:3; Ps 62:6-7, 9; Lk 6:6-11 Tuesday Col 2:6-15; Ps 145:1b-2, 8-11; Lk 6:12-19 Wednesday Col 3:1-11; Ps 145:2-3, 10-13ab; Lk 6:20-26 Thursday Col 3:12-17; Ps 150:1b-6; Lk 6:27-38 Friday 1 Tm 1:1-2, 12-14; Ps 16:1b-2a, 5, 7-8, 11; Lk 6:39-42 Saturday Nm 21:4b-9; Ps 78:1bc-2, 34-38; Phil 2:6-11; Jn 3:13-17 Sunday Ex 32:7-11, 13-14; Ps 51:3-4, 12-13, 17, 19; 1 Tm 1:12-17; Lk 15:1-32 [1-10]

BAPTISM St. John the Apostle rejoices with the parents and families of Gloria Grace Bougie, Kellan Christopher Dunn, Eligah James Gregory, Elizabeth Jane McGrath and Eve Marian Miller who were welcomed into God’s family on

September 25, 2013.

THE VALUE OF EDUCATION What greater or better gift can we offer the republic than to teach and instruct our youth?

—Cicero

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MINISTRY CONTACTS Altar Servers: Ken Tschida, 703-777-8581 Eucharistic Adoration: Jim Scanlon, 703-771-9701

or 703-283-6936 Eucharistic Ministers: Rob McCurdy, 703-771-4638 Fellowship of a Modest Proposal: Bill Atwill Fellowship Socials: Kathy Calhoun, 703-779-7921 Gabriel Project: 703-841-3810 Parish Contact: Charlotte Chow, 703-443-8478 Homebound Communion: Michele Litton, 703-669-6255 Homeschool Ministry: Robert Gillispie, 703-842-5496 Knights of Columbus Charities: Mark Elszy, 571-217-2683 Ladies Auxiliary: Rose Battistelli, 571-333-5410 Legion of Mary: Kevin Degnan, 210-414-6211 Lectors: Tom O’Dea, 703-777-5964 Money Counters: Tim Blue, 703-771-1924 Mothers in Faith: Bernadette Dalgetty, 484-375-5802 Outreach: Tara Restivo, 703-314-5296 Prayer Garden: Alice Melchiorre, 904-465-1650 Seniors Group: Eileen Reser, 571-918-4757 Teams of Our Lady: Erin Voorheis, 703-777-4132 Ushers: Frank Nauer, 703-443-2704 Walking with Purpose: Kristy Malik, 703-731-6569 Welcome Ministry: Carol Hertz, 703-470-5892 Women’s Group: Karen Hayes, 703-669-1892

OUTREACH CONTACTS Outreach Coordinator: Tara Restivo, 703-314-5296 or

5restivosinvirginia@comcast.net Birthright: Stephanie Bidinger, 703-737-3503 Giving Tree: Kathy Fuller, 703-777-8385 Grief, Loss & Family Counseling: Teresa McCarthy, 703-777-8099 Immediate Needs: Tara Restivo, 703-314-5296 Ministry for the Aging: Rita Ballou, 571-426-2435 Prayer Shawl Ministry: Kathy Calhoun, 703-779-7921 Prison Ministry: Debora Lavin, 703-737-7690 Pro-Life Group: Joan Gorman, 703-723-7840 Special Projects: Tara Restivo, 703-314-5296 Transportation Assistance: Rita Ballou, 571-426-2435

For Help After Abortion, Confidential Care for Women and Men contact Project Rachel at 1-888-456-HOPE or

projectrachel@arlingtondiocese.org.

MASSES FOR THE WEEK + deceased

Monday, September 9 8:30 a.m. + Julia O’Brien 12:00 noon Jane Zagorites Tuesday, September 10 8:30 a.m. + Lucian Arthur Brown 12:00 noon + Mary Burns Wednesday, September 11 8:30 a.m. Laura Eagan 12:00 noon Carol Hertz Thursday, September 12 8:30 a.m. + Peggy Eagan 12:00 a.m. + Margaret Crocker Friday, September 13 8:30 a.m. + Bob Hoskinson 12:00 a.m. + Gerald Verdi Saturday, September 14 9:00 a.m. + Catalina A. Publico 5:30 p.m. + Florence Giallorenzo Sunday, September 15 7:30 a.m. Kevin E. Duarte 9:00 a.m. + Dene Giles 10:30 a.m. + Leslie Lloyd 10:45 a.m. + Robert Hoskinson 12:30 p.m. For the People 2:15 p.m. + Lucia Aviles de Cardozo

SCHEDULES FOR WEEK OF

SEPTEMBER 14TH& 15TH

Eucharistic Ministers (First 2 Primary) 5:30 p.m. Gillispie, Plasmier, Rusciolelli 7:30 a.m. Savage, Galen 9:00 a.m. Roy, Benedict 10:45 a.m. Rehman, Vannuys, Davis 12:30 p.m. Calhoun, Koyles, Reed

Ushers 5:30 p.m. A. Carroll, Leake, Eble, Robbins 7:30 a.m. T. Hudes, K. Hudes, Letson, Marzalek 9:00 a.m. Howard, Melchiorre, Thompson, Waldron 10:30 a.m. Rash, Lapetoda 10:45 a.m. Adgate, R. Battistelli, V. Battistelli, C. Carroll,

Cunningham 12:30 p.m. McGowan, Sharp, D. Mathus, L. Mathus

Servers 5:30 p.m. J. Carroll, M. Carroll, Skyler, Steinkirchner, Voorheis 7:30 a.m. Cokain, H. Schulze, T. Schulze 9:00 a.m. Brasselle, Bruce, Elszy, J. Pearsall, N. Pearsall, Rpicj 10:45 a.m. D. Fagan, M. Fagan, M. Gonzalez, Hoffman,

Husemeier, Juarez 12:30 p.m. Kusterer, Manalel, Nerantzis, A. Powers, R. Powers,

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Lectors 5:30 p.m.: Atwill, Davis 7:30 a.m.: Osaba, Carey 9:00 a.m.: Bischoff, Hoey 10:45 a.m.: M. Santos, F. Santos 12:30 p.m.: Codde, Martwinski

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CELEBRATING A SILVER OR

GOLDEN WEDDING ANNIVERSARY

THIS YEAR?

Were you married in 1963 or 1988? Join Bishop Loverde for the 2013 Marriage Jubilee Mass to be celebrated on Sunday, October 20th at 2:30 p.m. at the Cathedral of St. Thomas More. Contact the parish office to register no later than September 20th. For more information, visit www.arlingtondiocese.org/familylife/MJM.aspx.

St. John the Apostle Golf Tournament St. John's Golf tournament is on Monday, September 9th. There will be an early morning mass for all that want to attend at 7:30 a.m. at the New Church. Shotgun start for the tournament is 9:00 a.m.

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Pray for the military...The men and women serving in our armed forces, and also those civilians whose work puts them in harms way especially: Lance Corporal

Phillip Keffer, USMC, near Kirkuk, Iran; CSSR, Navy; Spec. Joseph Weeren, US Army, Baghdad, Iraq; MSGT Nancy West, USA, 261st, Signal Brigade Baghdad, Iraq; Cap. Chip Sell, Army Afghanistan; Jared Cook, Staff Sergeant Specialist, Afghanistan; John Alsred, Afghanistan; SPC Jonathan Wells, US Army; Alex Chicas, US Army, Afghanistan; Christopher Walker, US Army Special Forces, Iraq; 1LT Anthony Spinelli, US Army, Afghanistan; Neal Vaught, Chief Warrant Officer, US Army, Afghanistan; Col. Peter Finan, USMC, Afghanistan; Alison Reser, Afghanistan

Pray for the sick...Samuel Bukovac, William (Skip) Carroll, Mr. and Mrs. Classick, Eric Cecchett, Helen Coughter, Aline Gerard, Michael D. Gorman, Georgianna Gruessing, Mary Charolette Marszalek, Eileen Matthews, Dawn Marie Myers, Ann O’Connell,

Don Phillips, Mary Pond, Patricia Powers, Lois Slaght, Roberta Stack, Brian Subach, Rick Solomon, Meg and Earl Smith, Debbie Thomas, Jeannine Pappas, Mary Penn, Margaret Reisman, Margaret and Dolly Cooper, Mary Hogan, Dr. John Keighley, Pat Haberlein, John Hogan, Julia Santos, Ellizabeth Grode, Amy Norris, Teresa Seiler, Danielle B. Keith, John Amato, Nina Kieninger, Jane Zagorites, Marijke Silvent, Linda Whitmill, Danny Williams, Ryan Cummings, John Lancto, Mary Kay Rancour, Teresa, David Sorrell, Craig Glueckert, Emily Hazlett, Val Kern, Geoff Erb, Pat Sidenstick, Jeff Ray, Nicole O'Neil, Kate Deans, Warren Stromberg, Judi Wells, Enrico Santos, Jessica Velasquez, Christine Gonzalez, Ruth Read, Hugh Pierce, Dale Ritenour, , Archie Lapointe, Tamlyn Leaf, Cole Bischoff, Jacob Bedwell, Daniel Carroll, Alison Reser, Mary McCarthy, Ana Laura Valdez, Kim Pratt

The next portrait sittings are September 17 –21st It is full but timeslots have been coming available. There is no cost to have your photograph taken and you will receive a complimentary 8x10 portrait and directory for participating. Go online to make an appointment between Tuesday, October 29th (2:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.) and Saturday, November 2nd (10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.). You can sign up by typing www.securedata-trans14.com/ap/stjohnscatholicchurch1/index.php?page=10 or call Sonia at the Parish Center if you can need assistance.

He heals the brokenhearted: and binds up their wounds.

— Psalm 147:30

CHRISTENDON COLLEGE FALL OPEN HOUSE Christendom College will host its annual Fall Open House for interested high school students and their families on Columbus Day, Monday, October 14, from 9 AM to 2:30 PM. The day will include an address from College President Dr. O'Donnell, a tour of campus, classroom visits, Holy Mass, presentations about our Financial Aid and Career Development programs, and more. To register, please visit christendom.edu. For questions, please email Associate Director of Admissions Zac Inman at

zinman@christendom.edu or call 800.877.5456 ext 1293.

Parish Directory Have you signed up yet?

Next weeks available:

October 1st - 5th

October 29th - November 2nd!

St. John the Apostle Catholic Church

Presents our First

Casino Night and Silent Auction Saturday, October 19th

7:00 p.m.—11:00 p.m.

St. John’s Parish Center

Tickets are $40/person or 2 for $75 ($50 at the door)

Ticket includes 1 drink ticket, hors d'oeuvres, desserts and

coffee and $50,000 in funny money to use at the

casino tables

(Blackjack, Texas Holdem, Roulette, Craps, Money Wheel, 3 Card Pok-

er)

Tickets are now available

Go to St. John’s website: www.saintjohnleesburg.org for

an order form,

buy your tickets after mass September 7-8 and 21-22 or

stop by the Parish Office.

We expect tickets to go fast so get yours early!

MUST BE 21 TO ATTEND!

A portion of all proceeds will go to Interfaith Relief.

Go to the Parish Website, saintjohnleesburg.org for all the

information about donations and sponsorships.

Please help us make this a success!

**Please email bulletin@stjohnleesburg.com or call the Parish Office if you would like someone added to the Sick List or Military List**

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION 9th Grader Rite of Enrollment!

Do you love the 5:30 PM Saturday night Mass like I do? Well, it will be EXTRA crowded next Saturday, September 14, 2013. 120 seats in the front will be reserved for our rising 9th Grade

Confirmation Candidates for their Rite of Enrollment! They will take up the cross of Christ and receive a special blessing from Father as they embark on the last 9 weeks of preparation before their Sunday, November 17, 2013 Confirmation date with Bishop Loverde. Veni Sancti Spiritus!

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RELIGIOUS EDUCATION NEWS 2013 - 2014

Classes Begin September 9th!

Registration forms for the 2013-2014 school year are available online at stjohnleesburg.org. A copy of the child’s baptismal certificate must accompany the registration for any NEW STUDENT. Returning students need not include a baptismal certificate. There is a $25.00 late fee for all returning students being registered after September 1st. Once children are placed in a class, there will also be a $50 fee per child to move them for a sports or extracurricular activity. Catechists and Aides Needed for Elementary Grades!

We are still in need of catechists and catechist aides for elementary religious education classes! If you are interested in volunteering, please contact Ms. Diane Solomon at 703-777-3891, x110, or email elem_re@stjohnleesburg.com. All volunteers must complete the Protecting God’s Children security paperwork and attend a VIRTUS class.

Also, attention Catechists, Aides, Nursery help,

Youth Group Adult Leaders!

Catechetical Sunday 2013 is September 14 and 15 at all the Masses! Please be sure to see Ted Spinelli or Diana Solomon in the new church vestibule to sign your Profession of Faith for 2013! It is our mission statement and we will recite it together at all the Masses, be blessed and commissioned by Father. This year's theme is "Open the Door of Faith".

RCIA BEGINS SEPTEMBER 16TH!

What is R.C.I.A.? R.C.I.A. (the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults) is the ordinary way in which adults who were not raised in the Catholic faith become fully initiated into the Roman Catholic Church through Baptism, Confirmation and Holy Eucharist. The Program is exciting, fulfilling,

inspiring, and enriching. We know that you will enjoy the process! Who is R.C.I.A. for? It is for people from all walks of life and faith backgrounds who are curious about the Catholic Church, and who have at some time and on some level considered joining!

* Someone who was baptized Catholic, but then never received any other Sacraments;

* Someone who was baptized into a different faith or Church; * Someone who was never baptized at all and is just beginning their

faith journey. When does it meet? Classes will begin on Monday, September 16th, 2013. We will meet each Monday evening from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. in rooms 1 & 2 of the Parish Center. How do I inquire or register? Call or email Ted Spinelli, Director of Rel igious Education, at 703 -777-3891, ext. 102, or DRE@stjohnleesburg.com. You can register for the classes, ask questions, gather more information, or simply to give us the name of someone you think might like to be contacted.

ST. JOHN THE APOSTLE PRESCHOOL NEWS 3-Year-Old Class Vacancies

St. John the Apostle Preschool currently has one student vacancy in the 3-year-old morning class and two student vacancies in the 3-year-old afternoon class. The 3-year-old morning class

meets from 8:45 to 11:30 a.m. and the afternoon class meets from 12:15 to 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday and Thursday. A child must be three by September 30, 2013 to enroll in the 3-year-old class. Enrollment in a 3-year-old class guarantees placement in a 4-year-old class next year. If you are interested in enrolling your child, please call Jane Taylor, Preschool Director at 703-777-7873.

Sign up for the 2013

St. John’s Parish Picnic!! Sunday, September 29th

3:30 to 6:30 p.m.

The Oktoberfest theme continues this year with plenty of great food and family fun! The

main course, beverages and dessert will be provided. Please bring a s i d e d i s h t o s h a r e . Use the VolunteerSpot button on the Parish Website or go to http://vols.pt/cMB4x8 to RSVP and to volunteer to help during the picnic. Thank you!

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS First Degree New Member Ceremonies

Men of the Parish – The Knights of Columbus will be holding First Degree New Member ceremonies on

August 28th, October 23rd, January 22nd, March 26th, and May 22nd of this Columbian year. If you have an interest in Charitable service at St. John's and in the local community, please contact Ken Schreder, klschreder@verizon.net, or Mark Elszy, melszy@gmail.com to get involved.

JOIN US FOR PARISH PLAYGROUPS!

Please join the St. John Mothers in Faith for fellowship and fun at our monthly playgroups. We would like to build relationships with other parents in the parish, and foster friendships among our children. All ages of babies and children are welcome. Please bring a toy to share. Please note that this is not a drop-off event; parents must remain with their children for the entire event. When: Wednesday, September 11th (Please note there is NO parish playgroup on the 1st Wednesday - September 4th. Our regular 1st Wednesday playgroups will resume in October.) Where: Rooms 1 & 2 of the Parish Center Time: 9:30 a.m. - 11a.m.

Contact Lauren Schierer (lauren@schierer.org or 703-855-0536 for more information or if you are interested in our other playgroup outings and activities.

SHARE SUNDAY IS SEPTEMBER 15TH

861 lbs. of food collected in August!

Let’s try to collect 1,000 lbs in September

Share Sunday is intended for the collection of non-perishable foods for Loudoun Interfaith Relief. Items needed are cereal, 100% juice, canned fruit, canned meats (tuna or chicken), mac and cheese, Chef Boyardee products

and hearty soups. Gift cards to area grocery stores are always helpful or monetary donations are greatly appreciated as well. The Interfaith Relief van will be parked in the parking lot.

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RELIGIOUS EDUCATION Adult Education Series Coming!

Check out a 10-week Tuesday-night DVD study of this Biblical Theology of the Family from September 10th to December 10th as presented by a fellow St .John parishioner and former student/intern of Dr. Atkinson, Mrs Becky Mikel. There is a $17.00 registration fee and guide book for the class. Guide books have arrived and are available now! Come check out the course. A MUST SEE for all, but especially for young married couples! Invite some if you can. Hope to see you there. Go to www.theologyofthefamily.com for more information. To register or answer your questions, call Mr. Ted Spinelli at 703-777-3891, x102 or email DRE@stjohnleesburg.com.

IMMEDIATE JOB OPENING FOR A

CUSTODIAN/UTILITY PERSON

St. John’s is looking for a Custodian/Utility Person for the Parish Center and Church. Job duties include, but are not limited to general cleaning of the Parish Center and

Church chair and table setup and teardown, minor painting, spot replace lamps, secure and unlock buildings, minor landscaping, spread deicer and

move materials between buildings. The hours have not yet been set.

If you are interested or would like more information, please contact Ken Tschida in the Parish Office at 703-777-1317 or send an email to

buildingprogram@stjohnleesburg.com.

ST. JOHN SENIOR GROUP

St. John’s Seniors are having a “Pot Luck” luncheon at 12:30 p.m. on Wednesday, September 18th, in the Parish Hall. Please bring a dish to share. All seniors in St. John the Apostle Parish are welcome to attend.

The Seniors will also be hosting a bake sale after each mass the weekend of September 28th and 29th.

PREPARE TO SHARE YOUR GIFTS Annual Sign-Up Sunday, September 21st & 22nd

After each Mass, the ministries of St. John’s will be available to talk to you about their services. Enjoy donuts while visiting the ministries of your interest. This is a wonderful opportunity to “sign-up” to share your talents and time or to join a prayer/study group. Ministries that are interested in participating and have not been contacted, can email stjohnhospitality@gmail.com.

WOMEN’S GROUP Review and Renew

The Women's Group will start a new year with our Welcome Back Brunch on Tuesday, September 10th. We will again be using classrooms 1 and 2 on the second Tuesday of each month at 10:00 a.m. Fr. Peffley has accepted our invitation to join us for our opening session and teach us on the subject of Apologetics; "the branch of theology concerned with the defense or proof of Christianity." We are looking forward to seeing each other after the summer break and enjoy a pot luck brunch as we spend spiritual and social time together. All women of St. John's are invited. For more information contact Karen Hayes at 703-669-1892.

SAVE THE DATE

Ladies Auxiliary Monthly Meeting When: Wednesday, September 18th

Time: Doors open at 7:15 p.m. Meeting begins at 7:30 p.m.

Where: Auditorium (Parish Center)

Visit www.ladiesaux.weebly.com for more information. Blessings to all, and we hope you will consider joining us in September.

The Prayer Shawl Ministry will meet on the following dates in September:

Monday morning, September 9th from 9:30am -11:30am Tuesday morning, September 17th, 9:30 a.m. Monday evening, September 23rd, 7:00 p.m.

Newcomers who knit, crochet, and quilt are always welcome to join us. We are happy to have people of all skill level may it be beginners, intermediate, or experts. If someone wants to make a shawl at home, they too are welcome in our membership. For more information about the meetings or to receive a shawl email

Kathyc206@verizon.net

FELLOWSHIP PANCAKE BREAKFAST

September 15th After the 7:30 a.m., 9:00 a.m. & 10:45 a.m. Masses

The Holy Family Council of the Knights of Columbus invites all parishioners to come for pancakes hot off the griddle, sizzling sausages, freshly cooked eggs and breakfast treats on the 3rd Sunday of the month starting this September. Mark your calendar today and plan to join the

Knights for monthly pancake breakfasts from September to November and January through May. Donations are welcome.

PRAYER GARDEN BLESSING

On Saturday, September 28th, join the Prayer Garden Ministry and Fr. Mosimann after the 5:30 p.m. Mass for the formal blessing. The ministry has worked hard over this past year to create an inviting and peaceful environment to enjoy. All are welcome to come.

MORNING OF REFLECTION WITH

THE SISTERS OF LIFE INSPIRING OTHERS WITH THE HEART OF CHRIST

The Sisters of Life will be coming to St. Timothy parish in Chantilly on Saturday, September 21st for a morning of reflection on serving expectant mothers in a Christ-like manner. The event will begin with daily mass at 9 a.m., followed by sign-in at 9:45 a.m., and a talk at 10 am. The talk will be followed by a break, and then a second talk will take place at 11 a.m. The event will close with a concluding prayer at 12:30. This event is sponsored by the Gabriel Project Outreach to expectant mothers. Everyone is welcome to attend- Gabriel volunteers and their families, Pro-Life committee supporters and their families, and anyone who is interested in

getting involved at their parish or campus ministry.

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