Holy Rosary Church - Parish Associations, Prayer & Social Groups




			HOLY ROSARY CHURCH Washington, DC Serving Italians and all Catholics on the move in the Greater Washington DC Area since 1913

			PARISH ASSOCIATIONS
			Our volunteer base does so much to keep Holy Rosary not only up and running but an active Catholic community. Volunteers are always welcomed. For more information, call or email the contacts listed. Names in bold are links to email addresses.

			Sodality of Mary The women of the Parish are encouraged to join the Sodality of Mary which has as its purpose the spiritual development of the person through devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary. Members usually meet on the first Sunday of the month at the 9:00 Mass from October to June. This is followed by a business breakfast in the Lower Church Hall, where regular spiritual and social activities are planned and discussed. For more information, call Gay Ferrante at 301.384.0985.

			Holy Name Society The men of the Parish are encouraged to join the Holy Name Society which has as its purpose the spiritual development of the person through respect and devotion to the Holy Name of Jesus. Members usually meet on the second Sunday of the month at 9:00 Mass from October to June. This is followed by a business breakfast in the Lower Church Hall, where regular spiritual and social activities are planned and discussed. For more information, email Don Ricciardella or call at 301.571.0413.

			The Altar Society This Society has been present in the Parish for many years. It is made of volunteers who work for the greater glory of God and in honor of the Blessed Mother to care for the Blessed Sacrament in the sanctuary and the clergy in the sacristy. Members share their time and talents in a spirit of generosity and cordiality. Volunteers are always welcomed. If interested, please call Lina Pronio 301.384.7705.

			The Parish Choir The parish choir sings every Sunday morning at the 9:00 and the 10:30 Masses. It has become the pride of the Italian-American community of Washington, DC. New members are always welcomed. For more information, email the organist/director, Maria Marigliano, or call at 301.649.3433.

			PARISH PRAYER & SOCIAL GROUPS
			Our Parishioners participate in a number of prayer and social groups that convene at Holy Rosary and Casa Italiana on a regular basis.

			St. Gabriel Society Founded by Parishioners of the Abruzzi region, this Society meets for a Mass and brunch in late August or early September. Mass is celebrated in recognition of St. Gabriel Francis of our Lady of Sorrows. For more information, email Gino Marinucci or call at 301.649.3190.

			St. Anthony Society Founded by Parishioners of the town of Roseto Valfortore in the region of Puglia, this Society meets on the second Sunday of June and gives bread blessed at each Mass to all in attendance at Church that day. Mass is celebrated in recognition of St. Anthony of Padua. For more information, email Michelle Borda.

			St. John the Baptist Society Founded by Parishioners of the town of Castelluccio Valmaggiore in the region of Puglia, this Society meets on the fourth Sunday of June. Mass is celebrated in recognition of St. John the Baptist. For more information, call Carmela or Ponfilio Ventresca at 301.649.1653.

			St. Gerard Society Information to follow.

			Padre Pio Prayer Group It was the wish of St. Pio of Pietrelcina, who died in 1968, to have people all over the world gather together to pray for the Church. Holy Rosary is the meeting place for this Washington area prayer group. Mass is celebrated on the fourth Saturday of every month at 11:00 and all are welcome.

			Catholic War Veterans The Father De Carlo Post welcomes Catholics who are Veterans from any of the wars and have been honorably discharged. Meetings are held on the last Saturday of every month at 1:00 in the Lower Church Hall. Anyone who qualifies is welcomed to join the group. If interested, please call Sal Guardino at 703.938.0028..

			Circolo della Briscola This group of men from the Washington, DC area meets regularly to play briscola or tressette. The competition is full of genuine fun. Anyone interested in joining the group should email Dr. Enrico Davoli or call at 703.281.7324. Website: Circolo della Briscola

			The Abruzzo and Molise Heritage Society This Washington DC area Society was established in June 2000 by a small group of Abruzzesi and Molisani (natives and descendants of immigrants) who eventually settled in the Washington DC area. Although the community of Italians and Italian Americans in the Washignton DC area is rather modest, it nonetheless has a relatively large number of Abruzzesi and Molisani who recognized the need to foster the cultural heritage of these two regions and of Italy in general. The Society provides its members with the opportunity to preserve and share in the rich traditions and values that are unique to Abruzzo and Molise, especially with the young generation whose knowledge of the two regions may be limited. For more information, email Ennio Di Tullio or call at 703.281.5847. Website: The Abruzzo & Molise Heritage Society

			The Roseto Valfortore Social Club The people of Roseto Valfortore of the province of Foggia have emigrated throughout the world. A good number moved to Washington, DC, making it their new home, starting a new life, raising families and becoming successful Italian-Americans. For many of the new immigrants, Holy Rosary Church was the first social center where they were able to meet not only paesani but also other Italians and those of Italian descent. The Club brings together Rosetani on a regular basis to rekindle the spirit of the town not only for those who emigrated but for their children too. Along with social meetings the Club also organizes events such as the Annual Dinner and trips to places of interest. For more information, email Tony Falcone or call at 301.422.2393.

			*The Associazione Lucchesi Nel Mondo (Tuscany Club) of Washington, DC* The Association was formed in 1977 by the late Father Aldo Petrini, descendent of Calavorno from the province of Lucca, Italy. The purpose of the Club is to bring together immigrants and their descendents from Lucca living in the Washington area, including Northern Virginia and nearby Maryland. The purpose of the Association is to bring Lucchesi and Tuscans together to promote social and cultural activities and further foster the Tuscan heritage to the youth and to those descendents born in the United States. Membership is also extended to persons interested the rich historical culture, customs, and culinary skills of an area that played a significant role in the modeling of Western Civilization. Website: Lucchesi Nel Mondo

			The Lido Civic Club In existence since 1929, the Lido Civic Club enhances community awareness of the integration of Italian Heritage by participating through the social, civic and business communities in the Washington Metropolitan area. The organization makes civic and social contributions to the underprivileged in the community and gives out scholarships to students of Italian descent. Website: Lido Civic Club

			The Washington Winemakers The Washington Winemakers are an informal group of amateur winemaking residents in the greater Washington DC area who occasionally get together to order grapes and supplies, to socialize and exchange ideas and information on winemaking, to organize wine tasting events, and to visit local wineries. Website: The Washington Winemakers

			FIERI FIERI is an international organization of students and young professionals celebrating the Italian culture. Its purpose is to preserve the Italian culture, foster the value of higher education and personal achievement, facilitate career opportunities and networking relationships and promote a positive image of Italian Americans. The Washington chapter meets regularly on the first Wednesday of each month, 6:30 in Casa Italiana. For more information, visit their website: FIERI DC


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HOLY ROSARY CHURCH Washington, DC

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

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HOLY ROSARY CHURCH
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