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Monday December 18 6:30 AM Finn McKeegan 9:00 AM Kathleen Kellinger (d) Tuesday December 19 6:30 AM Robert Peyton (d) 9:00 AM Donald O’Rourke (d) Wednesday December 20 6:30 AM Bill Doane (d) 9:00 AM Catherine McGinis (d) Thursday December 21 6:30 AM Heda Vandeventar (d) 9:00 AM Mae Wetherall (d) Friday December 22 6:30 AM Barbara Anne Marks (d) 9:00 AM Catherine Dirlan (d) Saturday December 23 9:00 AM Joan Moyer (d) 5:00 PM Fr. Salah Edward Janus (d) Sunday December 24 Feast of the Holy Family 7:00 AM Fr. Wells Agata Mariam (d) 8:30 AM Fr. Salah Percic-Stare Family 10:00 AM Fr. Wells Alice Robson Cox (d) 11:30 AM Fr. Salah Irene & John Schwemberger (d) 1:00 PM Visiting Priest Members of the Parish Christmas Masses begin Sunday, December 24 4:00 PM CH Fr. Salah James Yang (d) 4:00 PM TR Fr. Wells Elizabeth & Alexander Aino (d) 4:00 PM RP Visiting Priest Adrienne Szigety (d) 6:00 PM CH Visiting Priest Verme & Fulbright Families (d) 6:00 PM TR Visiting Priest Costa & Beaty Families (d) 8:00 PM Span. Fr. Wells George F. Carr, Jr. (d)

Midnight Mass Fr. John Reutemann Members of the Parish

Christmas Day— Monday, December 25 8:30 AM Fr. Wells Lopez Family (d) 10:00 AM Fr. Salah Winifred O’Donnell (d) 11:30 AM Fr. Salah Manuel Correa (d) 1:00 PM Visiting Priest Julie Hill (d) The Priest Mass Schedule is subject to change. Schedule for Confession: Tuesday, December 19, 7:30 PM, Parish Penance Service Saturday, December 23, 3:45 PM, Fr. Wells/Fr. Salah RCIA/RICA (Spanish RCIA): Non-Catholics or Catholics who have not received Eucharist and Confirmation, come and discover more about the Catholic Faith! Contact Linda Poindexter, 240-864-2543, Luis & Maruja Quezada, 301-330-5982) for details. Any youth interested in becoming Catholic contact the Office of Religious Education, 301-762-2143, ext. 124. Education: St. Raphael School: 301-762-2143—Mrs. Teri Dwyer, Principal Baptisms: Hana Thuy Iwamaye December 9

Mass Schedule and Intentions for the Week

We celebrate both the 4th Sunday of Advent and Christmas Eve on Sunday, December 24

We are obligated to attend Mass for both liturgies that weekend— For the Fourth Sunday of Advent 5PMSaturday, December 23, or Sunday, December 24 at 7:00AM, 8:30AM 10:00AM, 11:30AM or 1:00PM to fulfill Sunday obligation. Christmas On Sunday, December 24 4:00PM, Trumpet Room, Church, Ritchie Park, 6:00PM, Trumpet Room, Church, 8:00PM Spanish, Midnight or Monday, December 25 at 8:30AM, 10:00AM, 11:30AM or 1:00PM to fulfill the Christmas Obligation.

Tuesday, December 26 There will be no Confessions, Exposition, Novena and Benediction

Parish Penance Service December 19th,

7:30 PM, Church

January 1, Solemnity of Mary, The Holy Mother of God is not a Holy Day of Obligation this year.

We will have 6PM Mass on Sunday, December 31 celebrating the Sunday, Holy Family (it will not be a Vigil for Mary, Mother of God)

On Monday, January 1, Masses are at 8:30AM, 10:00AM, 11:30AM and 1:00PM Spanish Mass (no 7:00AM, no 6:00PM) celebrating the Solemnity of Mary, The Holy Mother of God

Following the Sunday, December 31, 6PM Mass, there will be Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament, concluding with Benediction at 11PM. At 11:15PM, there will be a Bi-Lingual Vigil Mass celebrating Mary, Mother of God.

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Ministry to the Sick: The priests of the parish want very

much to make sure that parishioners who are hospitalized or homebound receive pastoral care. We depend on the families and neighbors of parishioners to notify the parish office so we can bring you the sacraments. If you would like to receive Communion, a visit from Priest/Deacon or are going into the hospital please call the parish office. For immediate needs ask for one of the Priests.

Parish Council: Please feel free to contact a Parish Council

member listed here to discuss your views, opinions, or concerns regarding our parish. John Piernikowski—301-838-0712 Craig Correa— 301-921-9588

To enroll in Faith Direct, direct debit program, visit www.faithdirect.net to enroll securely on line or complete an enrollment form. Our parish code is MD34.

Ann Ahern, Mary Crawford, Alicia Czorny, Jeannie Edlemann, Joseph Gregory, John Hacker, son of Ruth Hacker, Robert McDermott, Isabella Moya, David A. Roberts Sr. , William Valentine

Please pray for the soul of Jack Butler. If you are on the mend and wish your name to be removed from our prayer list, please call the parish office and let us know. Names on this list are only included with permission of the individuals. They will remain on the list for one month, and can be repeated by calling the parish office.

Monday December 18

Tuesday December 19

Wednesday December 20

Thursday December 21

Friday December 22

Saturday December 23

Sunday December 24

Children’s Choir, 3:45PM, Church

Religious Ed and Penance Service, 4:30 PM, Church

Contemplative Prayer , 9:45AM, Upper Room D

Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament after 9:00AM Mass

Making Music Little Angels, 10AM, Parish Library

No Spanish Bible Study

Spanish Choir, 11:30AM, Upper Room ABC

Religious Ed and Penance Service, 4:30 & 7PM, Church

Respect for Life, 7PM, Room 10

Children’s Liturgy Christmas Rehearsal, 5PM, Church, Duffy Center, Trumpet Room

Walking with Purpose, 10AM, Parish Library

Spanish Ministry, 6:30PM, Trumpet Room, 7PM, APR

No Spanish RCIA Adult Choir Rehearsal, 10PM, Church

Stay and Pray, 7PM, Youth Center

Parish Penance Service, 7:30PM, Church

The Lord’s Vineyard, 7PM, Upper room ABC, Youth Center

CYO Basketball, 5PM, Trumpet Room

Light of Christ, 7PM, Parish Library

Sunday , Dec. 24th Holy Family Masses: 5PM, Saturday, 7AM, 8:30AM, 10AM, 11:30AM, 1PM Spanish to fulfill Sunday obligation.

Spanish Prayer Group, 7:30PM, Upper Room ABC

Intergenerational Dialogue, 7:30PM, Duffy Center 3, 5

Boy Scouts, 7PM, APR

Spanish Prayer, 7PM, Upper Room ABC

Dec. 24th Christmas Eve Masses: 4PM, Church, Trumpet Room, Ritchie Park , 6PM, Church, Trumpet Room, 8PM Spanish and Midnight

Legion of Mary, 7:30PM, Youth Center

Young Adult Divine Mercy, 7:30PM, Room 12

Adult Choir, 8PM, Upper Room ABC

AA, 8:30PM, Duffy Center 3456

Monday, December 25 at 8:30, 10, 11:30 or 1PM to fulfill the Christmas Obligation.

The bulletin cover this week It was another happy Breakfast with Santa. It looks like Santa enjoyed a happy pose with our Pastor, Father Mike and Parochial Vicar, Father Dave. Take notice of the child Jesus resting above– “for unto us a child is born... Isaiah 9:5(6)

Budgeted weekly collection to meet expenses and obligations………………………………...$42,000.00 December 10 Offertory — 340 envelopes……………...$19,418.00 Loose………………………………………..$ 9,965.00 Faith Direct — 402 donors ..…………….$14.524.70 $1,097.70

Poor Box: ······································ $593.00 Education Building…………………….$6,367.00

Bulletin notices are due in writing ON FRIDAY, THE WEEK BEFORE THE published date. Notices may be emailed to: esalatto@straphaels.org. We no longer produce bulletin inserts instead have it summarized and put in the bulletin. Please note that graphic PDF’s and graphic page inserts are to be sized 1/4 page and 1/8 page and will be placed as space permits.

Debt Reduction…………………………………$15,000.00

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Prayer to St. Raphael Most glorious Prince, Archangel Raphael, be mindful of us and pray for us, here and in every place, to the son of God. O God, who gave your servant Tobias the holy archangel Raphael for a companion on his journey, grant that during our earthly pilgrimage we may always be protected by his watchful care and strengthened by his help. Through Christ our Lord. Amen.

St. Michael Prayer St. Michael the Archangel, defend us in battle. Be our defense against the wickedness and snares of the Devil. May God rebuke him, we humbly pray, and do thou, O Prince of the heavenly hosts, by the power of God, thrust into hell Satan, and all the evil spirits, who prowl about the world seeking the ruin of souls. Amen. See: http://www.ewtn.com/Devotionals/prayers/index.asp

Advent Giving Tree Attention: Volunteers Needed!

We need help moving gifts to church basement after every morning Mass

on December 17.

Confirmation Students Needed at Noon

Drivers Needed to

Pick up Gifts w/your Vehicle Sunday, December 17 Trumpet Room at 7PM

Deliver Gifts

Monday, December 18

For Additional Information: Contact:

Linda Trinh 301-279-0838

lindamtrinh@gmail.com Diana Grimm 301-762-3808

rgrimm1015 aol.com

Please note, the Kimblewick Road entrance

gate will be closed Sunday, December 24

after 8PM Mass and Christmas Day,

Monday December 25.

Rockville Catholic Summer Program RCSP is back for year three and registration opens on January 2nd! Last summer, over 1,400 campers signed up for Minecraft, sports, food art, spa science and more and we're excited to offer this wonderful program again. Rockville Catholic Summer Program is a 7 week summer camp hosted at St. Patrick's for Montgomery County families, co-run by St. Patrick and St. Raphael youth ministry. Families can sign up for one or multiple weeks for the most affordable rates in the area. Our incredible staff of college and high school teens plan fun classes while sharing the Catholic faith with their campers. Visit www.rockvillecatholicsummer.com for more details and to sign up on January 2nd. Contact Mike and Annie McHugh at rockvillecatholicsummer@gmail.com with any questions.

Readings for the Week of December 17, 2017 Sunday Third Sunday of Advent Is 61:1-2a, 10-11; Lk 1:46-48, 49-50, 53-54; 1 Thes 5:16-24; Jn 1:6-8, 19-28 Monday Jer 23:5-8; Ps 72:1-2, 12-13, 18-19; Mt 1:18-25 Tuesday Jgs 13:2-7, 24-25a; Ps 71:3-4a, 5-6ab, 16-17; Lk 1:5-25 Wednesday Is 7:10-14; Ps 24:1-2, 3-4ab, 5-6; Lk 1:26-38 Thursday Saint Peter Canisius, Priest and Doctor of the Church Sg 2:8-14 or Zep 3:14-18a; Ps 33:2-3, 11-12, 20-21; Lk 1:39-45 Friday 1 Sm 1:24-28; 1 Sm 2:1, 4-5, 6-7, 8abcd; Lk 1:46-56 Saturday Saint John of Kanty, Priest Mal 3:1-4, 23-24; Ps 25:4-5ab, 8-9, 10 and 14; Lk 1:57-66 Sunday Fourth Sunday of Advent 2 Sm 7:1-5, 8b-12, 14a, 16; Ps 89:2-3, 4-5, 27, 29; Rom 16:25-27; Lk 1:26-38 Vigil: Is 62:1-5; Ps 89:4-5, 16-17, 27, 29; Acts 13:16-17, 22-25; Mt 1:1-25 or Mt 1:18-25

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St. Raphael Honor Roll Please pray for those serving in our armed forces and for those families who have suffered loss.

Daniel Bertrand Del Bianco, USN (d) and family Cpt Paul D Galvin E-3/HN Colleen Gardella Robert Garret, US Army MP Specialist Thomas Kimelblatt Jake Klosowski, USNA LT Nicholas Kutchak, USN Captain Frank Lowery, USN Ed Mackey USMC Commander Mike McNally, USN Col. Ivan Monclova LTJG Zachary Poindexter, USN LT Paul Schauppner, USN LT James Sheets (USN) Cadet Andrew Valentine USMA LT Kenneth Yale, USAF

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“Magnificat Anima Mea Dominium” An Invitation to Join the Legion of Mary

The Legion of Mary is a lay apostolic association of Catholic men and women founded in Ireland in 1921. “The object of the Legion of Mary is the glory of God through the holiness of its members developed by prayer and active co-operation, under ecclesiastical guidance, in Mary’s and the Church’s work of crushing the head of the serpent and

advancing the reign of Christ” (Legio Mariae: page 11). In Montgomery County there are twelve parishes with the presence of the Legion of Mary. Indeed, the Legion is an extension of the heart and hands of the pastor in each parish. Under the guidance of a spiritual director, the Legion performs spiritual works for the conversion, conservation and consolation of souls. Membership requires participation in a meeting once a

week for prayer, planning and discussion. Members do

two hours of work each week in pairs going out like the

apostles. Works include door-to-door evangelization,

parishioner visitation – sick and shut-ins, newly baptized

and many other works to meet the spiritual needs of the

parish community.

If you are you interested or if you need more information

please do not hesitate to contact the Montgomery

County Curia officers:

Judith Richardson: President - 301-943-4567. Emily Calis: Vice President - 301-787-6811. Rosemary Lawson: Treasurer - 301-852-1025. Martha Chacon-Ospinia - Secretary 301-502-4723

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Low Gluten Hosts that are approved by the Catholic Church for the Holy Eucharist are offered at the time of Communion. The Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion offering these Hosts will be standing near the statue of the Blessed Virgin Mary at the Sunday Masses. At the 9:00 AM weekday Mass, the Minister will stand near the pulpit.

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Vincentian reflection: Thinking of an end of year donation? Consider donating your vehicle to the National Vehicle Donation Program of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul. Visit http://www.svdpusa.com/donate for online donations or call (800) 322-8284. SVdP will arrange for the

pick-up as well as process tax forms and send you a copy. Our local conference will benefit with a percentage of the proceeds from your donation. Make sure to tell them you want St. Raphael Rockville to benefit. Thank you! Today is the last day to drop off Advent Giving Tree

gifts! If you forgot your gift today, please go home and return them to the Trumpet Room no later than 1:00 PM. We also need volunteers after all the morning Masses to move gifts to the basement. Please contact Diana Grimm at rgrimm1015@aol.com or 301-762-3818 or Linda

Trinh at lindamtrinh@gmail.com or 301-279-0838 if you have any questions. Please see page 3 ad. Thank you St. Raphael: Once again, we had a lovely time

to help our guests from two Mission of Charity Houses in Washington, D.C. this past week. This event is not possible without the help of many volunteers, benefactors and last but not least, the SRS students who partake in the

event with their service. The 4th grade class participate at

the Mass and the 7th and 8

th grade class actually serve as

“wait staff’ serving the guests a hot plate of food. Laughter and song fill the room; joy is present.

“To have a right to do a thing is not at all the same as

to be right in doing it.” ~G. K. Chesterton from A Short History of England

Pray for Bethesda: Pro-Life individuals will hold a Stop Carhart prayer and demonstration event every Monday morning from 9 AM until 11 AM on the public sidewalk north of the Wildwood Shopping Center (in front of the Sun Trust Bank) on Old Georgetown Road in Bethesda. Parking is restricted so visit www.prayforbethesda.com for instructions on legal parking. Contact Dick Retta (301- 538 2500) or Missy Smith (202-288 4984) for more information. Spread the word!

Catholic Advocacy Network (CAN): Maryland Catholic Conference represents the issues of importance to Catholics in our state. The staff is continuously monitoring the legislative climate, especially as we approach the annual General Assembly period that starts in the New Year. Their website has a one-stop advocacy page featuring a simple and quick way for you to communicate with your elected officials. Join tens of thousands of Catholics across the state who are lending their voices to building the common good in Maryland. To register for action alerts, visit: www.mdcathcon.org/action.

High School Youth Raphael House Caroling – December 17 All high school youth are invited to Christmas Caroling with the elderly at Raphael House on December 17. After caroling, we’ll return to the Youth Center for Christmas cookies and hot cocoa. Join us from 7-9PM! No Youth Group – December 24 or 31 Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! Youth Group will resume on January 7. March for Life – January 19 Teens from St. Raphael and St. Patrick will attend the annual March for Life on January 19 in protest of abortion and all other attacks on innocent life. We will attend the Youth Rally and Mass in the Verizon Center then march to the Supreme Court. There are limited spaces for this event, so contact Annie to reserve a spot – amchugh@ straphaels.org.

Attention CPAs and Tax Lawyers! This upcoming tax return season, Catholic Charities is managing an IRS Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Program at Catholic University’s Columbus School of Law. CPAs and tax lawyers are needed to provide pro bono tax preparation for the working poor. If a return is filed, many of these workers will enjoy a sizeable IRS refund check due in large part to the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC). The EITC can help lift thousands of Washington area families out of poverty and keeps them out of poverty. Sadly, almost 20,000 low income residents of DC are not claiming the EITC, and thus are losing a potential financial resource for them. We will be providing training in January for all interested volunteers. Tax return preparation will take place on Saturdays from February 3 to April 14. To learn more about volunteering for Catholic Charities VITA Program, please contact Deacon Jim Shanahan by email: jim.shanahan@cc-dc.org or phone: 202-772-4310. Archdiocese of Washington, Office for family Life invites you to the World Meeting of Families 2018—11-day Pilgrimage to Ireland, August 17-27, 2018. to register visit http://adw.org/wmof2018/ or call 301-853-4561.

Youth Ministry Annie McHugh, 240-864-2519

Social Responsibility and Outreach (SRO) Sandy Shamburek, 240-864-2514

Around the Archdiocese

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A Family Prayer for Advent O God our Father, in Jesus you call all Christian families and homes to be signs of living faith. By the light of the Holy Spirit, lead us to be thankful for the gift of faith, and by that gift may we grow in our relationship with Jesus, your Son, and be confident witnesses to Christian hope and joy to all we meet. We pray in the name of Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Christmas Gift Ideas If you are looking for religious articles as Christmas gifts, find items at www.zieglers.com. Also, check out The Catholic Family Connections Bible published by St. Mary’s Press.

Religious Education Calendar Religious Education classes continue through Tuesday, December 19. Find the full SRRE calendar at www.straphaels.org/religious-education (scroll down). This week children and teens are singing Christmas carols, sharing nativity re-enactments, and receiving the Sacrament of Reconciliation. After a two-week break, SRRE classes resume on Sunday, January 7.

Preparation for Sacraments The SRRE office oversees and coordinates sacrament preparation for all children ages 7-18. This includes Baptism, Confirmation, Reconciliation, and Eucharist. Please contact Mary Beaudoin for information. If your child attends a Catholic school (other than SRS) and is in grade 2, 7 or 8, please complete the Catholic School Sacrament Registration form (Eucharist or Confirmation) and return it to the St. Raphael Religious Education office this week. Download the form from the Religious Education page of St. Raphael website or contact us to request a copy. Thanks!

First Reconciliation and First Eucharist This week, families with children preparing for First Communion in May 2018 are completing chapter 6 of God's Gift Reconciliation (for grades 2, 3, and 4) or chapter 7 of Reconciliation: Pardon and Peace (for grades 5, 6, 7, and 8). High schoolers are completing chapter 9 of Called to Be Catholic. All children are memorizing the Act of Contrition, one line per week.

My God, I am sorry for my sins with all my heart. In choosing to do wrong and failing to do good, I have sinned against you whom I should love above all things. I firmly intend, with your help, to do penance, to sin no more, and to avoid whatever leads me to sin. Our Savior Jesus Christ suffered and died for us. In his name, my God, have mercy. Amen

Those who missed the Listening Rite are invited to download the rite from the Religious Education webpage, complete the rite at home, then come to the RE office to receive a special gift.

First Penance will be celebrated on Saturday morning, January 20, or Tuesday evening, January 23. Families can choose either time. Children in grades 3 and up are invited to Confession Practice on Sunday, January 7, for 20-30 minutes, between 11:00 AM-1:00 PM in Room 7.

Confirmation Student Reminders

Confirmation I students (those in grade 7 or high school preparing for Confirmation in 2019) are working on their Confirmation Service Projects. The focus of these projects is the Corporal and Spiritual Works of Mercy. All Confirmation II students (those preparing for Confirmation in 2018) are participating in a retreat. Confirmation sponsor forms (sent from the pastor of the sponsor's current home parish) and saint projects are overdue to the SRRE office. Also due are any Confirmation service reflection papers and record sheets not turned in earlier this fall. Please submit these items this week.

Special Needs Faith Formation – Help Needed Special needs religious education is a blessing for the both the children and the catechists. We are actively seeking people with a background in special needs education to become part of our ministry. For more information about this joyful and enriching program, please contact Maria

Harrington at mariaharrington@ msn.com.

From Mass to Mission – The Liturgy of the Word SRRE students in grades 2-7 participate in monthly lessons on the Mass. By sharing these lessons, we hope that the entire St. Raphael Parish community might grow in understanding and love for the Eucharist. Responsorial Psalm: The First Reading is followed by a

short silence so we can think about what we just heard. Next, we sing the Responsorial Psalm. Its words come from the Book of Psalms in the Bible. The psalms are musical poems and are a prayer to God that involve our feelings – forgiveness, anger, sadness, joy, thankfulness, and praise.

First, the cantor sings the antiphon of the psalm. This is a short musical “sentence.” Repeat it after the cantor. The cantor then sings the verses and the people sing the antiphon after each verse. Afterward, there is a short moment of silence, as we get ready hear the Second Reading. 1Reprinted from From Mass to Mission: Understanding the

Mass and Its Significance for Our Christian Life by Joyce Donahue © 2016 Archdiocese of Chicago: Liturgy Training Publications 1800 933-1800. www.LTP.org. All rights reserved. Used with permission.

Pope Francis’ Prayer Intention for December The Elderly: That the elderly, sustained by families and Christian communities, may apply their wisdom and experience to spreading the faith and forming the new generations.

Religious Education Mary Beaudoin, 301-762-2143, ext. 124

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CONTINUING The Pivotal Players, Vol. 1

You are invited to join Bishop Robert Barron and our parish facilitators as we explore the lasting influence of these Pivotal Players. Come every week or whenever you can. This series showcases 6 people who not only shaped the life of the Church but changed the course of western civilization. Which one are you most like? Which one is most different from you? Tuesdays – January 9 and 16 – Michelangelo 7:30-9:00 PM – Duffy Center “Christ reveals man to himself,” said the council fathers at Vatican II. They might have been looking upon David [the sculpture] when they said so. St. Irenaeus said that the glory of God is man fully alive,” and that is what Michelangelo presents to us.” – Leader’s Guide Discussion Facilitator: Hyunsuk Erickson

Stay & Pray: Our Catholic Life series Prayer, Reading, and Discussion Participants meet each evening RE is in session.

New Participants are always welcome to join us. Sundays – in English Vol. 2 The Mystery of God 7:05-8:20 PM Facilitator: Quyen Metzger Mondays – in Spanish Vol. 3 Drawing Closer to Christ 7:00-8:15 PM Facilitator: Ana Daza

EPIC: A Journey through Church History, Part 2 DVD, Reading, Discussion, Prayer Tuesdays - 9:45 AM-12:00 Noon Parish Library 10 Sessions – January 9, 2018 thru March 13

PLAN AHEAD! Science &Religion: The Myth of Conflict Lecture by Stephen M. Barr, Ph.D. Wednesday, Feb. 21, 2018 – 7:30 PM – Duffy Center See full flier at www.straphaels.org/adult-faith-formation

A Biblical Walk through the Mass Discussion, DVD, Prayer 5 Thursdays – 7:30 -9:00 – Duffy Center Feb. 22, Mar. 1, 8, 15, 22, 2018 Note: This program will be repeated in the Mornings. 5 Tuesdays – 9:45 AM -12:00 noon – Parish Library April 10, 17, 24, May 1, 8, 2018

The Choice Wine (returns) 7 Steps to a Super Abundant Marriage

All couples welcome! (Prayer, Reflection, DVD, Small Group Discussion) Facilitators: Gerry and Jackie Murphy 8 Wednesdays: 7:00-9:00 PM – Duffy Center February 28 thru April 25 (Skip Holy Week) “Integrating the latest findings from modern science with the timeless teaching of the faith and the wisdom of the saints, The Choice Wine: 7 Steps to a Superabundant Marriage places authentic marital happiness within every couple’s reach.” http://paradisusdei.org/the-choice-wine/

BOOKS & LINKS Praying on Empty by Kathleen Glavich, SND, 2017 Story of A Family by Barbara A. Dolan, 2017 The Believing Scientist by Stephen M. Barr, 2016 The 3rd Alternative by Stephen R. Covey, 2011 Cardinal John Henry Newman: The Newman Reader: http://www.newmanreader.org/works/grammar/

http://www.newmanreader.org/works/idea/ http://www.newmanreader.org/works/development/

Faith Practices of Millennials https://www.archbalt.org/international-stewardship-speakers-examine-faith-practices-millennials/

For parents of adult children who have left the church: Three ways not to lead.....

https://www.wordonfire.org/resources/blog/3-ways-not-to-lead-your-fallen-away-child-back-to-the-church/4969/ Don't Feel Guilty..... https://www.catholicireland.net/when-your-grown-children-leave-the-church/

Adult Faith Formation Suzanne.nelson2@gmail.com

443-472-3730

AFF Quote of the Week:

John the Baptist has been calling us to repentance, to metanoia, (in Greek). “It simply means going beyond the mind that you have. How our minds have been conditioned by the fallen world! How our expectations are shaped, stunted by what has gone before. It’s time, John is saying, for a new mind, a new set of eyes, a new kind of expectation.”

Bishop Barron, Advent Gospel Reflections

An Intergenerational Dialogue on the Gospels of Advent

Scripture Reading, Reflection, Prayer, Discussion

4 Wednesdays – 7:30-9:00 PM, Duffy Center

November 29, December 6, 13, and 20 All are welcome. Please join us.

A free copy of Bishop Robert Barron’s

Advent Gospel Reflections (in English and Spanish) is available to all participants – while supplies last.

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