HOLY ROSARY CHURCH
Washington, DC

Serving Italians and all Catholics on the move in the Greater Washington DC Area since 1913

Bulletin
Sunday, 21 June 2009
The Twelfth Sunday of Ordinary Time

MASS INTENTIONS FOR THE WEEK

Sunday, June 21 – 12th Sunday in Ordinary Time
9:00 Maria Giuseppa & Panfilo Ventresca
10:30 St. John the Baptist
12:00 Joseph DeSantis
Monday, June 22, 2009 –Weekday
12:05 Pietro & Udilia Gobbato
Tuesday, June 23, 2009 –Weekday
12:05 James Barnett & Martela Barnett
Wednesday, June 24, 2009 –Nativity of John the Baptist
12:05 Ponfilio Ventresca
Thursday, June 25, 2009 –Weekday
12:05 Olga Goglia
Friday, June 26, 2009 –Weekday
12:05 Father Angelo Solini
Saturday, June 27, 2009 – Weekday
11:00 Padre Pio Mass
Sunday, June 28 – 13th Sunday in Ordinary Time
9:00 Ida A. Falcone
10:30 Luigi & Teresa Provenzano
12:00 Michele Orsino

The collection for Sunday June 14 was $2,259.00.

LECTORS THIS SUNDAY
9:00 Joe Harchick
10:30 Marco Randazzo and Adriano Romano
12:00 Alex LoBianco

TWELFTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
When Jesus and the apostles are caught in a violent storm on the Sea of Galilee, the apostles are convinced that they are going to die. But they are even more upset that Jesus is not concerned – in fact he is sound asleep! Jesus rebukes them for a lack of faith, whereupon he calms the wind and the waves. Having faith will not necessarily still the wind and the waves. Bad things happen to good people; the wicked seem to triumph; our hopes and dreams often collapse. But God does not pluck us out of danger or remove us from difficult situations. We are not chess pieces, and the world is not a board game. God is present in these events and we are never alone. Our challenge is to respond to every situation with faith hope and love. Only then can the power of God work through us and transform our experiences into occasions of grace, and learning.

DODICESIMA DOMENICA DEL TEMPO ORDIN-ARIO
A volte ci sembra che Dio dorma e taccia, proprio quando si scatenano le forze del male e della morte. Quando si leva la tempest e il Signore dorme, gli apostoli conscono la medesima angoscia. Gesù calma il mare e il vento, simboli del male. Perchè avete paura, gente di poca fede? Dio dorme, ma è presente; tace, ma ha parlato. La Parola, che risorta, ormai vive per sempre, ma non ama le chiacchiere.

 

He woke up, rebuked the wind, and said to the sea, "Quiet! Be still!" The wind ceased and there was great calm. Then he asked them, "Why are you terrified? Do you not yet have faith?" - Mk 4:39-40

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Readings for the Week of 21 June 2009
Sunday: Jb 38:1, 8-11/2 Cor 5:14-17/Mk 4:35-41
Monday: Gn 12:1-9/Mt 7:1-5
Tuesday: Gn 13:2, 5-18/Mt 7:6, 12-14
Wednesday: Vigil: Jer 1:4-10/1 Pt 1:8-12/Lk 1:5-17
Day: Is 49:1-6/Acts 13:22-26/Lk 1:57-66, 80
Thursday: Gn 16:1-12, 15-16 or 16:6b-12, 15-16/ Mt 7:21-29
Friday: Gn 17:1, 9-10, 15-22/Mt 8:1-4
Saturday: Gn 18:1-15/Mt 8:5-17
Next Sunday: Wis 1:13-15; 2:23-24/2 Cor 8:7, 9, 13-15/ Mk 5:21-43 or 5:21-24, 35b-43

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THE ECONOMY AND THE POOR

The late Cardinal Joseph Bernardin of Chicago asserts that the bishops have a full right and compelling duty to come to terms with important topics such as the economy. It is the bishops’ duty – a duty which arises from their roles as teachers of moral truth – to address economic questions. However, the real questions concern the people. Are poor people protected against suffering rooted in economic disadvantage? Every society has a moral obligation to take the necessary steps to ensure that none of its members suffer from hunger, homelessness, and unemployment, or is denied what is necessary for a dignified life. Poverty in the world is so massive that we do not know yet how to deal with it. In political debates the question of the poor still exercises very little leverage.

The concept of “economic justice for all” is deeply rooted in the Scriptures. We must make space for the faces of the poor not only in our personal consciences but also in public agendas. The Church must speak for the poor and view the world from their perspective.

A consistent ethical life is a contribution that the Church can and should make in any nation’s public debates. These consistent ethics must include a substantial commitment to the poor, because to stand for the needs of the poor means to stand for life.

WE WELCOME INTO THE CHURCH Marcello Enrico Favro, son of Massimo and Maria Andrea (Ladisa) Favro; and Bridget Kennedy Taylor, daughter of Scott and Ellen (Cox) Taylor, who were baptized in our Church on Sunday, June 14, 2009.

A BLESSED FATHER’S DAY to all fathers, grandfathers, godfathers, and to all those involved in parenting, teaching and guidance in any way that helps the next generation to grow into the image of Christ, we wish God’s abundance blessings.

TODAY WE HONOR ST JOHN BAPTIST at the 10:30 a.m. Mass and we welcome the members of the society.

NEXT SUNDAY SECOND COLLECTION is the annual Peter’s Pence collection, which supports emergency relief assistance of the Holy Father to those throughout the world who suffer from war, oppression, disease and natural disasters. The Holy Father depends on our support.

FESTA ITALIANA 2009 celebrating the Puglia Region will be held next Sunday, June 28, 2009, from 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. in front of Holy Rosary Church and Casa Italiana. It is the only Italian street festival held in Washington, D.C. Festival-goers will march in procession and enjoy a lively atmosphere filled with musical performances on stage, homemade Italian food, imported Italian drinks, imported Italian artifacts, books, crafts, games, events for children, silent auction and exciting raffles. Admission to all events is free! Visit www.festaitalianadc.com.

ALTAR SERVERS AND LECTORS ARE NEEDED for all Sunday Masses! Boys and girls (age 8-18) are needed to serve our Sunday Masses. Young adults and adults are needed as Lectors at our Sunday Masses. We will provide training and will accommodate their service to their personal schedule. Interested people please call Fr. Lydio at 202-638-0165. Thank you.

DIAMO IL BENVENUTO NELLA CHIESA a Marcello Enrico Favro, figlio di Massimo e Maria Andrea (Ladisa) Favro; e Bridget Kennedy Taylor, figlia di Scott e Ellen (Cox) Taylor, che sono stati battezzati nella nostra Chiesa, domenica, 14 giugno, 2009.

OGGI CELEBRIAMO LA FESTA DEL BABBO. I nostri migliori auguri a tutti i babbi della nostra parrocchia assieme alle nostre preghiere affinchè possano tramandare alla nuova generazione la fede che loro hanno ricevuto dai loro avi.

OGGI ONORIAMO SAN GIOVANNI BATTISTA alla Messa delle 10.30 e diamo il benvenuto ai membri della società.

LA SECONDA COLLETTA DOMENICA PROSSIMA è per l’Obolo di San Pietro. Questa colletta fatta ogni anno in questo periodo, sostiene le opere del Santo Padre, specialmente nel provvedere assistenza in casi di emergenza ai più bisognosi – a quelli che soffrano a causa della guerra, oppressione, malattie e disastri naturali. Siate generosi.

LA FESTA ITALIANA 2009 che celebra la Regione Puglia avrà luogo domenica prossima, 28 giugno, dalle 11.30 alle 17.30 in fronte alla Chiesa del Santo Rosario e Casa Italiana. È l’unica Festa Italiana celebrata in Washington, DC. I partecipanti marceranno in processione e godranno di una vivace atmosfera piena di musica, cibo italiano fatto in casa, bevande portate dall’Italia, oggetti, statuette, libri, giochi, eventi per bambini e grandi premi sorteggiati. L’entrata a tutti gli eventi è gratis. Visitate www.festaitalianadc.com.

CHIERICHETTI E LETTORI sono richiesti per le nostre Messe domenicali. Ragazzi e ragazze (età 8-18) sono richiesti per servire alle Messe domenicali. Giovani adulti e adulti sono richiesti per le Messe domenicali. Noi li prepareremo e accomoderemo il loro servizio al loro calendario personale. Persone interessate sono pregate di contattare Padre Lydio al 202-638-0165.

ITALIAN AMERICAN GOLF TOURNAMENT 09/14/09

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