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St. Louis Catholic Church SaintLouisParish.org
Parish Office 2907 Popkins Lane
Alexandria, VA 22306 Phone: 703-765-4421
Office Hours: Mon - Fri 9:30am - 1:00pm 1:30pm - 5:30pm
St. Louis School 703-768-7732
St. Vincent De Paul Helpline 703-765-0050
Pastor: Rev. Keith O’HareParochial Vicars:
Rev. Mark MullaneyRev. Andrew Haissig
Sunday Mass 7:30am 8:45am
10:30am Traditional Ad Orientem 12:30pm Chant Schola
Saturday Mass 8:00pm Easter Vigil Mass
Monday-Friday Mass 6:30am 8:45am
Confessions Mon/Tues/Wed: 9:15am
Wednesday: 6:30pm - 8:00pm Friday: 12pm-3pm
Misa en Español Domingo 3:00pm
Confesiones: Dom. 2:15pm-3:00pm Grupo de Oración
Sábado 6:30pm
Poor Clare Monastery 703-768-4918
2505 Stone Hedge Drive Mass Every Day
7:00am (Gregorian chant) Sunday Devotions
Eucharistic Exposition 8:00am - 4:00pm Rosary 4:00pm
Benediction 4:30pm
Pro Deo et Pro Patria
March 28, 2021 ~ Passion Sunday
Unless there is a Good Friday in your life, there can be no Easter Sunday.
(Venerable Fulton Sheen)
Apart from the cross there is no other ladder
by which we may get to Heaven. (St. Rose of Lima)
Dear Friends,
Today we begin the most important week of the year. Today we turn all of our attention to the Person Who freely chose two thousand years ago to attend to our greatest need. Our need for a Savior.
There has never been a person - and there will never be a person - Who loves you more. Holy Week is the Week of Greatest Love. Do not turn away from this Love; turn toward it with all of your heart, mind, body, and soul. “Love him totally, Who totally gave Himself for your love.” (Saint Clare of Assisi)
This means making your faith and your soul the top priority before all other things this Week. Cancel whatever you have to cancel; decline whatever activity you have to decline; take off time from work. The Sacred Liturgies of Holy Thursday, Good Friday, and Easter Sunday bestow a grace unlike any other.
One more admonition ~ on Ash Wednesday the words were pronounced: “Turn away from sin, and believe in the Gospel.” This Week definitively turn away from sin and make a cleansing Confession if you have not already done so. The Priests of the Parish are here to serve you all year long, but especially during this Holy Week. The Holiest Week has begun!
Your Pastor,
Father O'Hare
PASTOR’S REFLECTION
SPIRITUALITY - What is Holy Week?
Holy Week begins with Palm Sunday. On this day we celebrate the triumphant entry of our Lord into Jerusalem. The people laid palms before Him, a gesture reserved for triumphant leaders. We celebrate this at Mass by distributing palms to the faithful.
The next major event in Holy Week is Holy Thursday. On this day, Jesus celebrated the Passover feast with the disciples. We know this feast as the Last Supper. This is the night He was betrayed by Judas and arrested. After supper Jesus went to the Mount of Olives and prayed. He was then arrested and taken away from the Apostles. We commemorate this by removing the Blessed Sacrament at the end of the Holy Thursday Mass. Until midnight Jesus, present in the Blessed Sacrament, is adored at an “Altar of Repose” outside of the church sanctuary (in our school gym). At midnight the Blessed Sacrament is removed to a hidden location.
The next day is Good Friday, when we commemorate the trial, punishment, and crucifixion of Our Lord. On that morning, Jesus was brought before Annas, a powerful Jewish cleric who condemned Jesus for blasphemy. From there, Jesus was presented to Pilate for trial. Although Pilate found no guilt in Jesus, he agreed to have him crucified to appease the crowd of people and prevent a riot. Christ was stripped, flogged, and crowned with thorns. He was then forced to carry His Cross to the place of His execution. He was nailed to the Cross between two thieves.
It is customary to pray especially during the Three Hours that Christ suffered on the Cross (from noon to 3pm). The Liturgy on this day is called “The Veneration of the Cross,” and includes the distribution of Holy Communion.
The next day is Holy Saturday, and no Mass or devotions are celebrated on this day (apart from a customary anticipatory blessing of Easter Food.). On this day we remember that Jesus is in the tomb and we await His Resurrection.
Easter Sunday begins at nightfall with the unique lengthy Mass which is called “Easter Vigil Mass,” in which adults receive Sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation, and Holy Communion. This Mass is the greatest of all the liturgies throughout the year.
The following day is Easter Sunday, the day on which it was discovered that the Tomb was empty, and our Lord was resurrected, triumphing over death once and for all. Lilies adorn the sanctuary, the statue veils are removed, festive music is provided for the Sacred Liturgy, and the greatest victory is celebrated! The Son of God has taken upon Himself the sins of the world and has risen victorious! And so we confidently proclaim: “We adore you, O Christ, and we praise you; because by your Holy Cross and Resurrection you have redeemed the world!”
Holy Monday 3/29
6:30am Mass
7am Mass (Poor Clares)
8:45am Mass
9:15am Confessions
Holy Tuesday 3/30
6:30am Mass
7am Mass (Poor Clares)
8:45am Mass
9:15am Confessions
Holy Wednesday 3/31
6:30am Mass
7am Mass (Poor Clares)
8:45am Mass
9:15am Confessions
6:30pm - 8pm Confessions
Holy Thursday 4/1No Morning Masses or Confessions
7:30pm Mass of the Last Supper
8:30pm Eucharistic Procession to the Gym
8:45-11:45pm Silent Adoration in the Gym
11:45pm Night Prayer
Good Friday12pm-3pm: Tre Ore (Seven Last Words) * Confessions throughout the three hours *
3pm: Liturgy of the Veneration of the Cross
6pm: Stations of the Cross
7:30pm: Liturgia de la Veneración de la Cruz
Holy Saturday 12pm Blessing of Easter Food
8:00pm Easter Vigil Mass
Easter Sunday7:30am Mass (Classical Guitar)
8:45am Mass (Strings, Trumpet, Flute)
10:30am Mass (Strings, Trumpet, Flute)
12:30pm Mass (Strings, Trumpet, Flute)
3pm Mass (Spanish)
Holy Week Schedule * All Liturgies and devotions live-streamed *
Prayer with EXCELLENT Music!
Please note that all the solemn liturgies will be supported by our parish musicians as well as contracted musicians to provide you the highest quality
music to support your prayer experience.
What is “Tre Ore”? Good Friday 12pm - 3pm
Every half hour one of our parish priests will preach a brief homily on each of Christ’s last words spoken from the Cross. Each “word” will also be chanted in four-part harmony by our Good Friday schola. Confessions will be heard throughout the three hours.
Prayer for the Homebound Lord, you have a special love for those who are weak, infirm, and dependent. Bless the homebound parishioners of our parish as they carry their daily crosses. May our
prayers bring them strength and consolation, and the Sacraments sanctify and inspire them. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen. This week we pray
especially for the following homebound parishioners: Phylis Sedgley, Chris Schreiner, Lillian Spragen, Gerry Wagner, Donald Weber, and Joseph Zable.
SERVICE
Pilgrimage to the Holy Land with Father Mullaney
October 31 - NOvember 13, 2021 (Jordan and Israel)
Have you ever considered going on a pilgrimage to the Holy Land? Here’s your chance! This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to see the region where Jesus lived and performed miracles, and immerse yourself in the culture of the Middle East. The Scriptures will take on a new depth once you've seen these holy sites. This pilgrimage focuses on spiritual opportunities, with daily Mass and prayer to allow each pilgrim to grow closer to God at their own pace. Heidi has decades of experience leading tours to the Holy Lands which insures that our time is well-spent, maximizing the sights seen. Moderate November temperatures, along with good food and beautiful exotic lands make this a great time to visit. Come explore the land where Jesus walked and lived. See what God has planned just for you in the Holy Land! $3,580.00 includes air/taxes/fees from Dulles; deluxe bus transportation, 1st class hotels in double or triple rooms with private bath; Half Board (breakfast and dinner) daily; 3 lunches and a special mid-East feast; English-speaking licensed Christian Tour guides; all entrance fees as shown on the itinerary; Daily Mass and spiritual direction; all tips (drivers, guides, hotels and dining services), and Jordan visa. Contact Heidi Watson at [email protected] for more information.
Knights of Columbus Honey-Baked Ham Sale – Celebrate Easter with something from HoneyBaked Hams! Don’t stand in line for your HoneyBaked Ham, Turkey Breast or Rum Cake (Vanilla, Chocolate, Cinnamon Streusel or Variety Pack). Place your orders on the Mt. Vernon Council website www.kofc5998.org by 9:00 pm on Sunday, March 28. Orders will be available for pickup at the KofC hall (8592 Richmond Hwy) on Saturday, April 3, from 9am to 11am.
LEARNING
FELLOWSHIP
Weekly Bible study, led by John and Lina Gray will resume on April 18
Sundays after the 8:45am Mass in the gym
Come to our first parish G.I.G.
God Is Good !What: Night of Fun for all ages!
When: Friday, April 9th (6:30pm - 9:30pm)
Where: St. Louis Church parking lot
Who: All parishioners and their friends
Why: Because it’s Easter Week!
Live DJ!
Face-painting for kids!
Fresh-cooked food!
Movie on a Giant Screen!
Fun starts at 6:30pm
Movie begins at 8pm
C AT HO L I C D IO C E S E O F A R L I N G T O N
2 0 2 1 B I S HO P ’ S L E N T E N A P P E A L
Participating in the Bishop’s Lenten Appeal (BLA) is an opportunity for us to imitate Christ and to bear witness to His transforming love. By sharing our gi!s, we help those whose needs are the greatest: the poor and the vulnerable. Our gi!s also demonstrate our commitment to promoting the sanctity of life, the teaching of our Catholic faith, our service to the youth and vocations for the Priesthood.
If your circumstances allow, I respectfully ask you to consider a sacrificial pledge to the BLA this year. May Our Lord Jesus bless you as together, in His name, we encourage one another by word and deed!
!""% of all donations received for the BLA are restricted gi#s to be used within the diocese for the sole benefit of the
programs and ministries outlined below.
This chart reflects projected !"!# BLA funding for $#%&%' Millionwhich is allocated to these various areas.
Seminarian education and support, Vocation Awareness Programs, Permanent Diaconate Program!"#
Programs, offices and ministries that assist our %" parishes and& missions, and '(&""+ parish, school and diocesan personnel)!#
Catholic Charities, parish subsidies and other charitable works that assist people in need))#
Youth, Campus and Young Adult Ministries))#
Catholic Schools, Office of Divine Worship and ReligiousEducation Programs))#
Office of Marriage, Family and Respect Life and the Tribunal*#
Support to the Virginia Catholic Conference and Chancery offices assisting the Bishop as he leads our parishes and the diocese+#
Diocesan development and communication programs,#
Spanish Apostolate and Multicultural Ministries,#
San Damiano Spiritual Life Center!#
Evangelization efforts including: INOVA Hospital Ministry,Peace and Justice Commission, Charismatic RenewalMinistry and our Dominican Republic Missions
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Parish/Diocesan properties and land development!#
To make an online gi! or pledge, visitwww.arlingtondiocese.org
Or text “BLA” to "#$-&'#-()##
Or scan here to make a donation:
STEWARDSHIP
YOUTH FORMATION
WORKCAMP 2021 Sign Up Now!
It’s time to sign up for WorkCamp 2021! WorkCamp is a week-long experience organized by the Diocese of Arlington for high school teens. It’s an unforgettable week of service, fellowship, inspirational talks, and fun! To sign up and find out more information, contact Andrew Lane (Director of Youth Ministry) at [email protected], or call the parish office.
ST. LOUIS SCHOOL
Principal Anne Dyke ~ www.stlouisschool.org ~ 703-768-7732
Eternal Rest Grant Unto Him,
O Lord!
Edwin Underwood
Monday Is 42:1-7; Ps 27:1, 2, 3, 13-14; Jn 12:1-11Tuesday Is 49:1-6; Ps 71:1-2, 3-4a, 5ab-6ab, 15 and 17; Jn 13:21-33, 36-38Wednesday Is 50:4-9a; Ps 69:8-10, 21-22, 31 and 33-34; Mt 26:14-25Thursday Holy Thursday
Chrism Mass: Is 61:1-3a, 6a, 8b-9; Ps 89:21-22, 25, 27; Rv 1:5-8; Lk 4:16-21 Evening Mass of the Lord’s Supper: Ex 12:1-8, 11-14; Ps 116:12-13, 15-16bc, 17-18; 1 Cor 11:23-26; Jn 13:1-15Friday Good Friday
Is 52:13—53:12; Ps 31:2, 6, 12-13, 15-16, 17, 25; Heb 4:14-16; 5:7-9; Jn 18:1—19:42Saturday Holy Saturday
Vigil: Gn 1:12:2; Ps 104 Ex 14:15—15:1; Ez 36:16-17a, 18-28r; Is 12:2-3, 4bcd, 5-6 Rom 6:3-11; Ps 118:1-2, 16-17, 22-23; Mk 16:1-7Sunday Easter Sunday
Solemnity of the Resurrection of the Lord Acts 10:34a, 37-43; Ps 118:1-2, 16-17, 22-23; Col 3:1-4 or 1 Cor 5:6b-8; Jn 20:1-9 or Mk 16:1-7 or Lk 24:13-35
LET US PRAY FOR ONE ANOTHERMonday, March 29 6:30am, +Charles Coates 7:00am, +Poor Souls in Purgatory 8:45am, Intentions of Alexis Segerlind Tuesday, March 30 6:30am, +Severino Lapuz 7:00am, +Poor Souls in Purgatory 8:45am, Intentions of Nicholas and Sonia Wagner Wednesday, March 31 6:30am, +Mr. & Mrs. Chester Kosciusko 7:00am, +Lillie Thomas 8:45am, +Robert T. and Corinne Miller Thursday, April 1 (Holy Thursday) 6:30am, No Mass 7:00am, No mass 8:45am, No mass 7:30pm, Mass of the Last Supper
Friday, April 2 (Good Friday) 6:30am, No Mass 7:00am, No Mass 8:45am, No Mass 6:00pm, Stations of the Cross Saturday, April 3 (Holy Saturday) 7:00am, No Mass 8:45am, No Mass 5:30pm, No Mass 8:00pm, Easter Vigil Mass Sunday, April 4 (Easter Sunday) 8:30am, +Sandi Bukoski 7:30am, Intentions of Grimes Family 8:45am, +Hilario and Ines Namata 10:30am, Intentions of People of St. Louis 12:30pm, +Rosemary Graniewski 3:00pm, +Teodosia Galvan and Oscar Navarro
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