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to perish for my faults, then I shall serve as praise for his

jus�ce. But in good faith, Meg, I trust that his tender pity

shall keep my poor soul safe and make me commend his

mercy.

And, therefore, my own good daughter, do not let your

mind be troubled over anything that shall happen to me in

this world. Nothing can come but what God wills. And I am

very sure that whatever that be, however bad it may seem,

it shall indeed be the best.”

St. Thomas More, pray for us that we may be

steadfast in following our consciences as we strive to be

faithful to Christ and engaged and loyal ci�zens of our

na�on.

In Christ,

Rev. David A. Whitestone, Pastor

Dear Friends,

Saint Thomas More was born

in 1477. He married and had one son

and three daughters. While

Chancellor in the king's Court, he

wrote works on law, poli�cs, culture,

and in defense of the Catholic

faith. At one �me one of King Henry

VIII's most trusted ministers, More

was beheaded on July 6, 1535 by order of the King because

he and St. John Fisher, Bishop of Rochester had resisted in

accep�ng the “Act of Supremacy” of 1534, by which

Parliament declared King Henry VIII to be the “Supreme

Head of the Church of England.” The act also required an

oath of loyalty from English subjects that recognized the

king’s marriage to Ann Boleyn. His memorial is celebrated

on June 22 together with that of St. John Fisher who was

beheaded on this date. The following is an excerpt from a

le=er St. Thomas wrote to his daughter Margaret while in

prison awai�ng execu�on.

“Although I know well, Margaret, that because of my past

wickedness I deserve to be abandoned by God, I cannot

but trust in his merciful goodness. His grace has

strengthened me un�l now and made me content to lose

goods, land, and life as well, rather than to swear against

my conscience. God's grace has given the king a gracious

frame of mind toward me, so that as yet he has taken from

me nothing but my liberty. In doing this His Majesty has

done me such great good with respect to spiritual profit

that I trust that among all the great benefits he has heaped

so abundantly upon me I count my imprisonment the very

greatest. I cannot, therefore, mistrust the grace of God.

By the merits of his bi=er passion joined to mine and far

surpassing in merit for me all that I can suffer myself, his

bounteous goodness shall release me from the pains of

purgatory and shall increase my reward in heaven besides.

I will not mistrust him, Meg, though I shall feel myself

weakening and on the verge of being overcome with fear. I

shall remember how Saint Peter at a blast of wind began to

sink because of his lack of faith, and I shall do as he did: call

upon Christ and pray to him for help. And then I trust he

shall place his holy hand on me and in the stormy seas hold

me up from drowning.

And finally, Margaret, I know this well: that without my

fault he will not let me be lost. I shall, therefore, with good

hope commit myself wholly to him. And if he permits me

FRASSATI FAIRFAX Under the patronage of Bl. Giorgio Frassati, we are a community of young adults (20's-30's, singles and couples) who are striving to deepen our faith, serve the community, and evangelize the culture, while enjoying coffee & outdoors-y activities.

UPCOMING EVENTS: June 29 Running Group! Meet in front of the Church at 7:00pm. Come for a fun run and prayer around Fairfax City. All skill levels welcome!

Wednesday, July 8: Mid-Week Long Hike at Little Sluice! Join us for a 13 mile day hike with big rewards! Depart after 6:15 am Mass. Pack a lunch. Back by 8pm.

Find us on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/groups/FrassatiFairfax/ . Follow us on Twitter: @FrassatiFairfax

For more Info, contact us at: FrassatiFairfax@gmail.com.

Faith & Food at P.J. Skidoos

Please join us on Monday, July 6th at 7

pm, for an evening of fellowship and lively discussion over dinner (appetizers on us!) Father Whitestone will speak about Religious Liberty. Be sure to bring your friends! All ages are welcome!

To suggest topics or submit questions you would like answered, please contact Carolyn: carolynsmith.stleos@gmail.com, 703-273-7277.

THIRTEENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

Monday Acts 12:1-11; 2 Tm 4:6-8, 17-18; Mt 16:13-19 Tuesday Gn 19:15-29; Mt 8:23-27 Wednesday Gn 21:5, 8-20a; Mt 8:28-34 Thursday Gn 22:1b-19; Mt 9:1-8 Friday Eph 2:19-22; Jn 20:24-29

Saturday Gn 27:1-5, 15-29; Mt 9:14-17 Sunday Ez 2:2-5; 2 Cor 12:7-10; Mk 6:1-6a

MASS INTENTIONS

June 29 through July 5

Mon.: 6:15 Leonard Gross 9:00 Kenneth Mast Tues.: 6:15 Special Intention 9:00 Wanda Downey Wed.: 6:15 Janina Stadnik 9:00 Florence Urban Thurs.: 6:15 Mieczyslaw Mazur 9:00 Special intention Fri.: 6:15 Mary Carmen Laney 9:00 Henry Budzynski Sat.: 9:00 Respect Life 5:00 Laureano Sejas Sun.: 7:30 For The Parish 9:00 Geraldine Willett 11:00 deceased of the parish 1:00 In Thanksgiving 5:00 Loretta Conroy

In addition to the regular schedule of Masses, Mass has been offered for the following intentions: Joseph (JT) & Cristie Codd, Robert Hogan, Mary Bollinger.

BAPTISM CLASS IS MANDATORY at Saint Leo. The next class is Tuesday, July 14th at 7:30 pm in the St. Mark room. Please call the rectory office (703-273-5369) to register.

Low Gluten Hosts are available for those who need them.

Please inform the sacristan before Mass begins.

The second collection this weekend is the Peter’s Pence Collection for the Holy Father. Please be generous.

—Please remember in your prayers the repose of the souls of the faithful departed. —We ask you to remember those in need of our daily prayers.

The parish office will be closed

on Friday, July 3rd

for the 4th of July holiday.

May God bless our nation!

Race for SeminariansRace for SeminariansRace for SeminariansRace for Seminarians Run the Marine Corps Marathon/10K on October 25 to support the future priests of the Arlington Diocese! Runners and walkers of all experience levels are welcome. For more info on joining the Race for

Seminarians team, visit www.arlingtonvocations.org.

Marriage Help Retrouvaille has helped tens of thousands of couples at all stages of disillusionment or misery in their marriage. This program can help you too. For confidential information or to register for the program beginning the weekend of July 17, call 703-351-7211 or visit www.HelpOurMarriage.com. Peter’s Pence (Holy Father) Collection In the second

collection today, we are supporting Pope Francis in his

charitable works. The Peter’s Pence Collection is taken up

worldwide to support the most disadvantaged: victims of

war, oppression, and natural disasters. This is an

opportunity to join with our Holy Father, Pope Francis, and

be a witness of charity to our suffering brothers and sisters.

Please be generous in today’s collection.

BLESSING OF PARENTS NEXT SUNDAY, July 5 On the 1st Sunday of each month, Saint Leo parish offers a blessing for Expectant and Adopting Parents in support of life & family. The blessing takes place after 9am Mass in church. Parents in any stage of pregnancy or adoption process are invited. THE 11 AM MASS NEXT SUNDAY, July 5, will be for the souls of those parishioners, family members and friends who have died during the last month. If you would like to have someone remembered in the Prayers of the Faithful at this Mass, please call 703-273-5369. FIRST SATURDAY DEVOTIONS: Next Saturday, July 4th, we will have our regular First Saturday devotions beginning with 9 am Mass, ending with Benediction. Come, pray for peace and an end to abortion. Praise, Worship, & Adoration will take a summer break in the months of July and August. We will resume on Sept. 5.

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A VOCATION VIEW

“The measure that you measure with will be measured back to you.” If you think you may be called to serve Jesus as a priest, deacon or in the consecrated life, consider the measure of God’s mercy you will give and

receive. Call Father J.D. Jaffe at (703) 841-2514, or write: j.jaffe@arlingtondiocese.org.

Saint Leo the Great

Catholic School

invites interested parents to visit the

school and learn what makes us a National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence

Applications for the current school year are available in the school office. You may stop by to pick one up during school hours, 8:00 am-3:00 pm or access forms on our website at: www.saintleothegreatschool.org/Admissions.

Applications for the 2015-2016 school year are available. Call the school office to make an appointment for a tour 703-273-1211.

Financial Aid packets available upon request.

PLEASE NOTE: Saint Leo parishioners receive preferential status in Pre-School through eighth grade applications.

In-parish families must be registered.

Spotlight on Arts Summer Camps: Theatre & Art for K- 12! Camp Broadway, Art Explorer Camp and more offered as day camps in July! Catholic Professionals instruct young people in the arts through these highly interactive day camps directed by Rob Tessier, All Saints Youth Minister and Director of Upper Room Theatre Ministry. For more information and online registration forms, visit www.SpotlightSummerCamps.com BISHOP IRETON HIGH SCHOOL SUMMER CAMPS Bishop Ireton High School announces it’s 2015 summer camp offerings at its Alexandria campus. The variety of camps includes theater, basketball, soccer, football, baseball, and lacrosse. The ages served are rising 1st graders through rising 12th graders. For a brochure and a registration form please email hamerp@bishopireton.org or call 703-212-5190.

CATHOLIC ATHLETES FOR CHRIST

Catholic Baseball Camp

Friday, July 24

9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Paul VI Catholic High School 10675 Fairfax Blvd., Fairfax

Appearances from: Craig Stammen,

Washington Na�onals pitcher; Former

MLB stars: Bill Bordley, San Francisco

Giants pitcher; Tom Carroll, Cincinna� Reds pitcher; Jim

Hannan, Washington Senators pitcher; Fred Valen�ne,

Washington Senators ouCielder; Also, priests/deacons/

seminarians on the DC Padres baseball team!

Mass held at the start of camp / Confessions available!

Talks highligh�ng the Catholic Faith and voca�ons!

Lunch provided to campers!

Instruc�on led by former MLB players!

Ages 8-16 Camp Fee: $50 per camper

For more informa�on or to register,

contact CAC at 703- 239-3070

or email Ray McKenna at ray@catholicathletesforchrist.org

www.catholicathletesforchrist.org www.facebook.com/catholicathletes www.twitter.com/catholicathlete www.youtube.com/catholicathletes

The Vocations Chalice: Have you heard about our parish endeavor to promote vocations? The chalice is being passed from family to family for a week. The family prays the prayer for vocations together. Then, at the end of the week, they return it to the church on Sunday so that it can be passed on to another family. Are you interested in receiving the chalice in your home? If you would like more information, please contact the parish office (703-273-5369).

Boys Soccer Camp at Paul VI High School: July 27- 31: Little Campers Camp for boys ages 5-8: 9 -10 am ($75) and Day Camp for boys ages 9-15: 9 am- 3 pm ($230). For more info visit: http://www.paulvi.net/boys-soccer

Girls Lacrosse Camp at PVI: Rising 2nd through 9th grades: July 13-16: 9 am- 12 pm. Early registration before June 1 is $150; after June 1 is $175. For more info visit: http://www.paulvi.net/girlslacrosse

Coach Allen's Girls & Boys Basketball Camps: located at St Leo & Paul VI: July 13 - 17 / July 20 - 24 Grades 2 - 8 from 9 am - 4 pm. Information available at: www.pvibasketball.com Coach Allen's Shooting Academy: June 29 - July 1 Grades 5 - 8 from 2 - 5 pm at St Leo. Information available at: www.pvibasketball.com St Leo the Great Mini-Hoopster Camp: June 29 - July 2 Grades K - 2 from 9 am - 1:30 pm. Information available at:www.pvibasketball.com

THIRTEENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

HIGH SCHOOL:

Our summer schedule begins tomorrow, June 29

with our 1st

Monday Morning Mass & Breakfast! (M&M&M)

M&M&M - Join us throughout summer as we meet for Mass

at 9AM with free breakfast right aIer and a fun ac�vity/

trip. Our first one is June 29th

— Bowling at Bowl America!

Steubenville Youth Conference JULY 10-12 Encountering

Jesus Christ in the Sacraments, Eucharis�c Adora�on, and

Praise and Worship. There will be engaging speakers,

workshops, and lots of �me for fun. COST: $250 - Includes

the conference, meals, lodging, transporta�on, and a t-

shirt. Interested? Email Erik at stleosyouth@gmail.com

Girls CLC is this week, Monday, June 29, 7:30-9pm. Each

week we break open the Gospels and reflect on

scripture. Having tea par�es and ea�ng cupcakes are part of

the weekly fun! Interested? Contact Laura Benne=

at stleosgirlsclc@gmail.com

Boys CLC is this week! Join us Wednesday, July 1, 7:30-

9pm. Each week we break open the Gospels and reflect on

scripture. Playing ul�mate frisbee, board games, or jamming

out are part of the weekly fun! Interested? Contact Erik Teter

at stleosyouth@gmail.com

Middle School Wednesday, July 1: Into the Deep Bible Study! Open to all

Rising 6th

-Rising 9th

Grade students. Join us for a 4 part series

on Wednesdays: July 1, July 8, July 15. We meet for 9am

Mass, followed by breakfast and Bible Study un�l 11:00am.

Bring a Bible and journal. Cost: FREE!

Thursday, July 9: Capture the Flag and Bonfire Night! Bring a

friend and challenge yourself with an epic late aIernoon

game of Capture the Flag, followed by a Bonfire with S'Mores

and Pizza Dinner! Time: 5:00pm-8:00pm. Cost: FREE!

Thursday, July 16: Upper Room Theatre Ministry Presents

PETER PAN! We have limited �ckets for this performance. We

will meet at All Saints at 6:30pm. Cost TBA. Email Melissa to

RSVP at mlandcym@gmail.com. Forms online.

Mark your Calendars for JUNIOR HIGH WORKCAMP! Open to

all rising 7th

-rising 9th

grade students. July 22-25. We need

volunteers who are fully compliant with the requirements of

the Diocesan Office for the Protec�on of Children/Young

People to be crew leaders! Email Melissa for informa�on.

Registra�on available on our website! Cost: $70.00

SUMMER SCHEDULES FOR HIGH SCHOOL AND

MIDDLE SCHOOL ARE NOW ONLINE!

Questions? Email Erik or Melissa at stleosyouth@gmail.com

Religious Education News Catechists and assistants needed for 2015-2016 school year. Please call Toni Haaland at 703 273-4868 if you would like to help to teach the Faith. Training provided. All volunteers must be fully compliant with the requirements of the Diocesan Office for the Protection of Children/Young People. Please volunteer early so we may help you. Registration for Religious Education 2015-2016 has begun. Please register early to so we are better able to serve you. There are a limited number of classes. If you have questions, please call Toni Haaland at 703 273-4868. Religious Education Office: 703-273-4868

Father Diamond Council

Events & Calendar

Meetings – 2nd and 4

th Tuesdays

8:00 PM Providence Hall

6/30 End of Fraternal Year 7/7 1st Officer’s Meeting of 2015-16 Fraternal Year 7:30 pm at Providence Hall

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Join the Knights – Contact Vince Wilson – 703-218-3432

Pantry Distribution Summer Hours: Distribution is on the 3rd Wednesday evening of the month, and on Saturday morning following the 3rd Wednesday.

July: Wed, 7/15, 6:00pm-7:30pm; Sat, 7/18, 9am-11:30am August: Wed, 8/19: 6:00-7:30pm; Sat, 8/22: 9am-11:30am

Food pantry requests: Dried beans (especially 15 bean), crackers, hash, cooking oil/sprays, canned fruit & tomatoes, mashed potatoes, sugar/stevia, pancake mix, flour, sugar/stevia, canned meats/fish, and powdered/canned milk. Lamb Center: During the summer months, we pick up additional days to provide lunch to The Lamb Center while other groups take the summer off. We don’t. If your group would like to help cover a lunch mid July or August, please leave a message at 703/352-3509. Donation request: pocket size sprays for TLC guests during July.

The Ladies and Knights of Columbus are hosting a Wine & Chocolate Pairing on Sunday, July 12, 6:00 pm at Providence Hall. Cost $10/person for 5 different wine/chocolate pairs. Knights of Columbus member and former Inn at Little Washington chef, and master sommelier Kevin McGuire will lead you through a decadent journey in the world of chocolate and wine pairing. All are welcome! Please RSVP to chefkevin@chefkevin.com by Sat. July 11.

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Horarios e Información

Santas Misas:

Español: domingos a la 1:00 pm Inglés: sábados–5 pm (Vigilia), domingos–7:30, 9, 11:00, 5pm

Confesiones en español: Los domingos desde las 12:00pm a 12:50pm. Bautizos: Preparación- llamar a Carlos Cea: 703-836-2139. RCIA Para Adultos: Domingos 11:00am-12:15pm, Salón Juan en el Centro Parroquial. Para información, llamar al Diácono José López, 703-222-7704. Matrimonio: Todo Católico que desee contraer matrimonio debe contactar la parroquia por lo menos seis meses antes del evento. Para mayor información comunicarse con Diacono Jose Lopez 703-222-7704. Catequesis Para Niños y Jóvenes: domingos 11– 12:30. Llamar a: 703-273-4868. Sacramentos para Estudiantes de Secundaria: llamar a la Oficina de Jovenes al teléfono 703-591-6089, ó email a youth@stleos.com. Legion de Maria: sabado 5:00—6:30 pm ó domingo 11 am—12:30 pm. Información: Virginia Pierson —vpierson@stleofairfax.com

Para mas información, llamar al Diacono José López 703-

Grupo Divina Misericordia y Compasión ¿Conoce a alguien que se encuentre solo y enfermo? ¿Sabe de alguien que necesite de la palabra de Dios y de la compañía de miembros de su iglesia? Un grupo de personas de nuestra parroquia visita a los miembros de la comunidad que se encuentran enfermos en los hospitales ó en sus casas. Se brinda oraciones y compañía a todas aquellas personas delicadas de salud. Tambien un ministro le puede traer comunión ó puede pedir que un sacerdote le visite para recibir los sacramentos. Por favor llamen a Gilma Orozco al 571-238-6634. Hora Santa: Jesus nos dijo ¿No puedes acompañarme por una hora? El grupo de oración de la parroquia los invita a una Hora de Adoración delante del Santísimo normalmente todos lo últimos sábados del més. La próxima hora santa será el 25 de julio. Grupo de Oración Sábados 6-8:30pm, Salon de Nuestra Sra de La Guadalupe. Información: Jose Ferrufino: 703-250-1343.

“Con la misma medida con que midan, serán medidos”. Si crees que puedes ser llamado para servir a Jesús como sacerdote, diácono o en la vida consagrada, considera la medida de la misericordia de Dios que vas a dar y recibir. Llama al Padre J.D. Jaffe al (703) 841

-2514 o escríbele a: j.jaffe@arlingtondiocese.org

GED: Los domingos de 2:30 a 4:00pm en el salón Guadalupe

DEMENTIA CARE GIVERS SUPPORT GROUPS The Shepherd’s Center Fairfax-Burke sponsors 3 Dementia Care Givers Support Groups at Lord of Life Lutheran Church, 5114 Twinbrook Rd, Fairfax. The groups meet on the 2nd Tuesday Noon-1:30 pm, & 3rd Wednesday 7-8:30 pm. The groups are for those caring for someone with dementia or those interested in learning more about providing care giving to a person with a disorder that affects memory and cognition and may impact behavior and physical abilities. Before attending, please contact Eileen Thompson: 703-451-8626 or Eileen.thompson1@gmail.com.

A Faithful Friend A Faithful Friend is a Catholic support and prayer line, supported and hosted by Saint Ann Parish in Arlington. We offer comfort and support to those in need of someone to talk with during difficult times. A Faithful Friend Support and Prayer Line is available for those in need of someone to talk with during difficult times. Confidential, anonymous, free of charge. Evenings 7-9 (Spanish/English, Weds) 703-532-0011. Visit: www.afaithfulfriend.org

LUNCH N' LIFE Are You 50 or Better? Please join us for the next Lunch N’ Life sponsored by the Shepherd’s Center of Fairfax-Burke on Thursday, July 16 (12:00-2:00 pm) at Burke Presbyterian Church, 5690 Oak Leather Drive, Burke. The Program will feature Victoria Stark of AAA Travel - Mid-Atlantic Region speaking on Travel for Seniors. For reservations, call Bea Stephenson at 703-273-5730 by July 10th. The cost is $10.00; checks payable to SCFB. If transportation is needed, please call the SCFB office (703) 323-4788.

Movie Showings of Joseph of Nazareth Come see Joseph of Nazareth: The Story of the Man Closest to Christ--carpenter, husband of Mary, and the chosen father of Jesus. Upcoming showings: Friday, July 10 at 7:30 pm, Friday, July 31 at 7:30 pm, Tuesday, August 11 (with discussion) at 10 am, Saturday, August 22 at 1 pm. All showings at St. Ann Church, Room 106, 5300 N. 10th St., Arlington. Running time: 100 min. Suggested donation: $5 per person/$10 per family. Proceeds benefit Catholic Relief Services to assist victims of the Nepal earthquakes. Sponsored by Catholic Daughters of the Americas, Court Queen of Peace #1872. Please RSVP seat count to CDA1872@gmail.com or Teresa at 703-573-1582. That Christ May Live In Me A discernment retreat in the spirit of St Paul for young women 18-35 years old, held July 16-20, at the Daughters of St Paul retreat house in Billerica, MA. Contact Sr. Margaret Michael: vocations@paulinemedia.com

THIRTEENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

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