SPECIAL EDITION
Thursday, November 12, 2020
A SPECIAL VETERAN'S DAY TRIBUTE
Please enjoy this video recording of Little Flower cantor Ashley Larkin, performing a hymn composed and written by parishioner Roberta Halladay for Veteran's Day. Piano accompaniment by Tim Laughlin.
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CARDINAL-DESIGNATE WILTON GREGORY
Archbishop of Washington
Washington Archbishop Wilton Gregory was recently interviewed by Mark Zimmermann, the editor of the Catholic Standard newspaper and website of the Archdiocese of Washington, to get his insights on racial justice and racism for a new series, Black Catholic Voices.
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PASTORAL REFLECTION
Deacon Jim Shanahan
Jesus asked us all to slay our massive egos because only a selfless person can meet the demands summarized in the supreme commandment of love of God and neighbor in justice.
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RESUMPTION OF PUBLIC MASS
The Church of the Little Flower is open for Sunday and weekday Masses.
The seriousness of this pandemic, however, dictates that we follow strict guidelines and important safety measures. Please carefully read the guidelines HERE.
Masks are required to be worn at all times when in church.
Please arrive early as seating is first come, first served.
Dispensation from the Sunday and Holy Day obligation remains in effect. Many options are available for participating in Mass when we cannot be present at the liturgy.
View the Archdiocese of Washington list of live-streamed (and recorded) Masses and Prayers.
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Annual Thanksgiving Day Mass at Little Flower
November 26, 2020 at 10 am
Musical Prelude at 9:45 am
All are welcome to join us for a special Thanksgiving Day liturgy with music provided by cantor, violin and organ. Selections include America the Beautiful, God Bless America, Meditation from Thais and the National Anthem. Principal Celebrant and Homilist: Monsignor Peter J. Vaghi.
(Due to Covid restrictions, music will be sung by the cantor only, from the choir loft and the number of attendees will be limited to 25% of our capacity.)
There is also an 8:15 am Mass on Thanksgiving Day.
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Christmas Wreath Sale to benefit Little Flower School
These beautifully handcrafted 22" wreaths are decorated with three clusters of hard pine cones and red holly berries and a waterproof red velvet bow. They come individually bagged and boxed so they are well-preserved and easy to transport. The cost remains $35 per wreath! Last chance to place your order!
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PRAYERS
FOR THE DECEASED – Please pray for the repose of the souls of Kathleen Annarella, Madeleine Brown, Jeremiah Collins, Thomas Dimond, Agnes Donahue, William Gildea, Robert Keyes, Daniel Klug, Beatrice Larson, Christopher Lent, Deacon John McGinness, Grace Mulvihill, Jean Ostmann, Ed Padelford, Shane Potts, Joan Wells, J. William Whitty.
FOR THE SICK- Please pray for the sick members of our parish and for all who are in need. Keep these and all the intentions of our parish in your prayers.
Each year we have the opportunity to honor all our loved ones who have died at every Mass in November.
Any names that you submit via this form will be printed and placed on the altar and remembered during these Masses.
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STEWARDSHIP CORNER
Poor Box Donations – Through the end of 2020, Little Flower will be donating parishioner Poor Box contributions to Catholic student centers at three local universities. The centers' critical missions are to serve the spiritual needs of Catholic students in secular academic and living environments, most of whom are away from their Catholic families and parishes where they had spiritual support. Contributions during November and December will go to the George Washington University's Newman Catholic Center.
Stewardship of our Faith – It behooves us to keep informed of developments in the Church, and in our archdiocese, in particular. Try logging on periodically to the archdiocesan website www.adw.org for information on education, the family, youth activities, social concerns and other events.
Saints as Model Stewards – May the saints whom we commemorate inspire us to employ our own God-given talents and opportunities as He would have us do.
Monday - St. Margaret of Scotland (d. 1093), who married King Malcom III, and bore eight children – two of whom (David and Edith) are also saints! She urged the building of churches and monasteries and was very generous to the poor and needy.
Also on Monday – St. Gertrude (d. 1302), a Cistercian sister and mystic who was devoted to the Incarnation and the Sacred Heart of Jesus – three centuries before the latter devotion was popularized by St. Margaret Mary Alacoque.
Tuesday – St. Elizabeth of Hungary (d. 1231), who at age 14 married a German prince, bore three children, and was widowed at 20. She then became a Third Order Franciscan, established a hospital and gave herself entirely to caring for the poor and hungry.
Wednesday - St. Rose Philippine Duchesne (d. 1852) could be the inspiration for those who feel it's "too late" to get involved. As a child she dreamed of coming to America to work with Native Americans, but it wasn't until she was 49 that she actually came here as a member of the Society of the Sacred Heart of Jesus to start the society's first house in America. The Potawatomi people loved her and called her "Woman Who Prays Always."
"You pay God a compliment by asking great things of Him."
(St. Teresa of Avila, Doctor of the Church)
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OFFERTORY
We appreciate your continued financial support at this time.
Our preferred method of giving is through our online provider, Faith Direct. The secure enrollment process is simple and takes less than 3 minutes to complete. Please consider enrolling in Faith Direct or increasing your level of giving. You may also make a safe and secure one-time gift online. God bless and many thanks.
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RCIA- Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults
Are you interested in becoming a member of our great Catholic Faith? Do you know anyone who may be interested in learning more about becoming a Catholic? Our annual Parish Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults Process (RCIA) is being held by remote meetings on Thursday evenings. For more information, please contact Deacon Don Longano at deacondonlongano@gmail.com.