HOLY ROSARY CHURCH
Washington, DC

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

Bulletin
Sunday, 28 February 2010
The Second Sunday of Lent

MASS INTENTIONS FOR THE WEEK

Sunday, February 28, 2010 – 2nd Sunday of Lent
9:00 Felice & Lucia D’Avella
10:30 Edoardo & Anna Ferriol
12:00 Maria Antonia & Antonio Falcone
Monday, March 1, 2010 – Lenten Weekday
12:05 Vinicio
Tuesday, March 2, 2010 – Lenten Weekday
12:05 Maria Griffith
Wednesday, March 3, 2010 – Lenten Weekday
12:05 For the health of Nancy Pecar
Thursday, March 4, 2010 – Lenten Weekday
12:05 John D. Valenti
Friday, March 5, 2010 – Lenten Weekday
12:05 St. Maria Goretti
Saturday, March 6, 2010 – Lenten Weekday
No Mass
Sunday, March 7, 2010 – 3rd Sunday of Lent
9:00 Leonardo Sauro
10:30 Dean Calabrese
12:00 Umberto & Erminia Romano

 

LECTORS THIS SUNDAY
9:00 Silvio Colandreo
10:30 Adriano Romano
12:00 Alex LoBianco

 

The collection for Sunday, February 21 was $3,256.27.
The 2nd collection for Catholics in Eastern Europe was $565.00.

 

SECOND SUNDAY OF LENT

Today’s Gospel reminds us that we must all be transformed so that people see Jesus shining out from us. This is not easy but we must never give up trying to be transformed.

Jesus’ transfiguration was for Peter, John, and James an epiphany moment when life is briefly transformed, and some insight is gained. We may very well have had moments like this in our lifetime. But that moment is just that – momentary. Our life of faith must go on in confidence that God will lead us where we need to go, that ultimately we will have a vision that far surpasses this moment.

 

SECONDA DOMENICA DI QUARESIMA

Nelle letture di oggi Mosè and Elia pregano il Signore di mostrare il suo volto. La loro domanda non ha mai perduto la sua attualità.’ Essi la formulano incessantemente per noi, ma al momento di venire esauditi, scoprono che il Dio da essi cercato è un uomo che sta per morire. Il vero volto di Dio si rivela nella morte di suo Figlio. È una rivelazione amara per il popolo ebraico e per ciascuno dei soui piu’illustri rappresentanti: segno che Dio non si identifica con nessun progetto o ritratto che l’uomo fa a suo riguardo.

Then from the cloud came a voice that said, "This is my chosen Son; listen to him." After the voice had spoken, Jesus was found alone. They fell silent and did not at that time tell anyone what they had seen. - Lk 9:35-36

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Readings for the Week of 28 February 2010
Sunday: Gn 15:5-12, 17-18/Phil 3:17---4:1
or 3:20---4:1/Lk 9:28b-36
Monday: Dn 9:4b-10/Lk 6:36-38
Tuesday: Is 1:10, 16-20/Mt 23:1-12
Wednesday: Jer 18:18-20/Mt 20:17-28
Thursday: Jer 17:5-10/Lk 16:19-31
Friday: Gn 37:3-4, 12-13a, 17b-28a/Mt 21:33-43, 45-46
Saturday: Mi 7:14-15, 18-20/Lk 15:1-3, 11-32
Next Sunday: Ex 3:1-8a, 13-15/1 Cor 10:1-6, 10-12/Lk 13:1-9

WORKING THROUGH A TOUGH ECONOMY

There’s no sugar-coating hard times. Millions of people lost their jobs with the concomitant loss of human dignity and the ability to support their families.

It’s a tragic lesson that many are learning today. The first lesson to learn in hard economic times is that “rugged individualism” is a myth. We need to know how to help each other – and how to be helped.

Many people have been givers all their lives, but never receivers. They don’t know how to receive, and they’re embarrassed to ask. Get over it, care-givers advice. Remember that you can always give back when you’re on your feet again. And the key for getting help is to “ask, ask, ask.”

On seeking help, file immediately for unemployment insurance; you have the right to carry health care from your employer under COBRA laws; private and public food pantries are everywhere; allow a loved one a chance to help. It can be the greatest gift we can give them. Some day you can pass on the help.

When the pink slip arrives and you’re out of work, here are a few tips for starting over after the bad news:

• Stay positive: Job loss these days isn’t a personal judgment, but a fact of life. Negative thinking about your abilities is counterproductive.
• Hide the credit cards: Don’t build up credit card debt. If you’ve set aside a rainy-day fund, it’s now pouring. Use it.
• Clip coupons: You know those people who drive you crazy at the checkout with all their coupons? Become one of them and save money.
• Avoid liquid cures: Booze – or drugs – are neither a solution nor an escape. They will just create greater hurt. Use your new-found spare time soberly.
• Network: The best way to find a new job is often how you found your first job – through friends and other people in your field.
• Create solutions: Many companies out-source work to independent contractors. your skills might be used on long or short-term jobs.

THE ADULT FAITH FORMATION CLASS is held each Sunday from 10:30-11:30 in the Rectory Conference Room. All adults are invited.

THE SODALTIY will meet next Sunday, March 7, 2010 after the 9:00 AM Mass in the Lower Church Hall.

A SPECIAL PARISH COUNCIL MEETING next Sunday, March 7th at 1:00 PM in the lower Church Hall to plan for the forthcoming 100th Anniversary of Holy Rosary Church. All parishioners are invited to join us.

HUNGER remains one of the region’s most prevalent issues facing families. Help end hunger through the Share in Hope Food Drive. On March 6 and 7 your parish will distribute bags. Please take one and return the following weekend with the bag filled with food. Simple actions can make a big difference to our brothers and sisters in need.

“THE LIGHT IS ON FOR YOU” is an archdiocesan initiative to invite all Catholics to avail themselves of the Sacrament of Reconciliation. Confession is as wonderful opportunity to set aside our sinful ways and to draw closer to our Lord. Confessions will be held every Wednesday at Holy Rosary Church during Lent, 6:30-8:00 PM.

THE ARCHBISHOP’S APPEAL 2010 HAS BEGUN! The Archbishop’s Appeal is the lifeblood of our Archdiocese whereby we are able to support and expand important ministries, programs and initiatives within our Church of Washington. Our parish goal for the Archbishop’s Appeal 2010 is $15,668. In order to receive the proper credit for your contribution the name of our parish is Holy Rosary Church and our parish number is 117. Thank you for your prayerful consideration and generous response.

THE ANNUAL FR. NICOLA DECARLO BREAKFAST, sponsored by the Holy Name Society, will take place Sunday, March 14th in Casa Italiana after the 9:00 AM Mass. Mr. Thomas Mauro, President of the DC Lido Civic Club will be the guest speaker. Tickets for the catered breakfast are $7. For reservations call Don Ricciardella at 301.571.0413 or the parish office at 202.638.0165. All are invited to honor the founder of the Church.

LASAGNA DINNER, BAKE SALE & BAZAAR: Holy Rosary Parish Annual fundraiser will be held at Casa Italiana on Sunday, March 21st from 11:30 AM. to 4:00 PM. The menu includes homemade lasagna, homemade meatballs, salad, Italian bread, desert, orange drink, coffee & tea. Price: Children 5 & under: Free; 6-12: $8.00. Adults: for tickets sold in advance: $17.00; at the door: $20.00. For further information, call Lisa Despres at. 443.718.9562. All are welcome!

SUNDAY, MARCH 14, IS THE ANNUAL WINE TASTING event of the Washington Winemakers in Casa Italiana from 2 PM to 4 PM. The cost will be $5 per tasting glass and you get to keep the glass. All are welcome for a joyful afternoon.

LA CLASSE DI CATECHISMO PER ADULTI ha luogo ogni domenica dalle 10.30 alle 11.30 nella Conference Room della rettoria. Tutti gli adulti sono invitati.

IL SODALIZIO si riunirà la prossima domenica 7 marzo dopo la Messa delle ore 9 nella sala sotto la chiesa.

UNA RIUNIONE SPECIALE DEL CONSIGLIO PARROC-CHIALE avrà luogo domenica prossima nella sala sotto la Chiesa alle ore 13 per pianificare la celebrazioine del centenario della nostra Chiesa. Tutti i parrocchiani interessati sono benvenuti.

LA FAME rimane uno dei problemi piì comuni nella nostra regione che le famiglie devono affrontare. Aiuta ad eliminare la fame attraverso il “Share in Hope Food Drive.” Il 7 marzo la nostrra parrocchia distribuirà’borse. Siete pregati di prenderne una e ritornarla la prossima settimana piena di cibo. Un semplice dono può fare una grande differenza per i nostri fratelli e sorelle bisognosi.

“LA LUCE È ACCESA PER TE” è una iniziativa pastorale che invita tutti i cattolici a ricevere il Sacramento della Confessione, che offre una meravigliosa opportunità a mettere da parte le nostre abitudini peccaminose e avvicinarci di più al Signore. Confessioni avranno luogo nella nostra chiesa tutti i mercoledì durante la quaresima, dalle ore 18:30 alle ore 20:00.

L’APPELLO DELL’ARCIVESCOVO PER IL 2010: è essenziale per l’Arcidiocesi per poter continuare ed espandere ministeri importanti, programmi catechistici nella diocesi di Washington. La meta per la nostra parrocchia per L’Appello dell’Arcivescovo per il 2010 è di $15,668. Per ricevere credito per il vostro contributo il nome della nostra chiesa è Holy Rosary Church e il numero della nostra parrocchia è 117. Grazie per la vostra cortese attenzione e generosa risposta.

LA COLAZIONE ANNUALE IN MEMORIA DI P. NICOLA DECARLO organizzata dalla Società del Santo Nome, avrà luogo domenica, 14 marzo, in Casa Italiana dopo la Messa delle nove. L’oratore sarà Mr. Thomas Mauro, presidente del Lido Civic Club. Il prezzo dei biglietti per questa colazione è $7. Per prenotazione chiamare Don Richiardella a 301.571.0413 o l’ufficio parrocchiale a 202.638.0165. Tutti sono invitati a onorare il fondatore della nostra Chiesa.

IL PRANZO DELLA LASAGNA & BAZAAR: Questo popo-lare evento annuale della parrocchia del Santo Rosario avrà luogo domenica, 21 marzo, dalle 11.30 alle 16.00. Il cibo squisito è tutto fatto in casa e i prezzi sono modici: bimbi sotto i 5 anni: gratis; bambini tra i 6 e dodici anni: $8; adulti: per biglietti comprati prima, $17: per i biglietti comprati alla porta, $20. Tutti sono benvenuti!

DOMENICA 14 MARZO È LA FESTA DELLA VENDEM-MIA! Questo evento annuale dei Washington Winemakers ha luogo in Casa Italiana dalle 14.00 alle 16.00. Il biglietto d’entrata è $5.00 e include il bicchiere. Tutti sono benvenuti!

OBERAMMERGAU PASSION PLAY: Take a trip this summer to see the Oberammergau passion Play, a “once-in-a-lifetime experience!” Departs August 5 from BWI airport. Includes first-class hotels, plus sightseeing in Budapest, Prague, Vienna, and Salzburg. Daily Mass celebrated by Capuchine Fr. Francis X Russo. For a free brochure, call 202.529.2188, Et. 134 or email him at francisxrusso@gmail.com.