Healing Masses

Weekday & Saturday Masses*Monday - Friday: 6:30 a.m., 8 a.m., 5:30 p.m.Saturday: 8 a.m.*Mass is at 10 a.m. on federal holidaysFilipino Mass in Tagalog every 4th Sunday at 3:30 p.m.Holy Day MassesEve of the Feast: 5:30 p.m.Day of the Feast: 6:30 a.m., 8 a.m., 11 a.m., 5:30 p.m.Adoration Of The Blessed Sacrament*Exposition: Monday-Friday, 3-5:15 p.m., in the church Thursday before first Friday of each month, 6-8 p.m., with Holy Hour from 7-8 p.m.*No adoration on federal holidays

Parish Mission StatementThe Shrine of the Most Blessed Sacrament is a welcoming Catholic community whose people encounter Christ in the Eucharist and serve Him in our neighbor.

*American Sign Language interpreted Mass

2019 Tax Statements • 3Save the Date: Sacred Arts Talks • 3Lector Formation Workshop • 3Lenten Retreat Opportunities • 4Separated & Divorced Annulment Information • 6

Saturday Vigil, January 25 5:30 p.m. ~ Father Magro

Sunday, January 26 7:30 a.m. ~ Father Murphy 9:00 a.m.* ~ Father Foley 10:30 a.m. (Church) ~ Father Foley 10:30 a.m. (Gym) ~ Father Magro 12:30 p.m. ~ Father Regis 5:30 p.m. ~ Father Magro

Fr. Foley’s Healing Mass will be held at 7 pm in the church on Fridays: February 7, March 6, April 3, 2020

Saturday Vigil, Feb. 1 ~ Father Magro

Sunday, February 2 ~ Father Murphy ~ Father Magro ~ Father Regis ~ Father Foley ~ Father Magro ~ Father Foley

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Inside This Issue • January 26, 2020

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Pastor’s Column

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Dear Parish Family,

I was recently asked to comment on the appropriateness of a political website that claims to be Catholic. My first reaction to that question is to recoil from any attempt to focus on partisan politics. Upon further reflection, however, I have to ask myself what it might mean for John the Baptist to call Jesus the “lamb of God.” Images of the sweet holy card with Jesus and a little lamb on his shoulder come to mind; but to the first century Jew, the lamb was a “sacrificial victim” and an important source of economic welfare. Between now and the beginning of Lent, our gospels introduce us to the magnetic person and powerful preacher who is Jesus of Nazareth. His commentary on the “Torah” (the first part of Matthew’s gospel) forces the Jewish audience to look at the “Law” in a different way. Our Catholic values require that we reflect a profound respect for human life from the moment of conception to the moment of natural death. God chose to redeem us by becoming one with us in all things but sin. Our reflection of this respect, however, ought to challenge us to make our homes and communities of faith more welcoming places of refuge for sinners and saints alike. Among the most difficult demands of the gospels is the command to “love your enemies.” As we know, love is a decision; and our enemies are both intimate and foreign. In retrospect, I suspect that the admonition of John the Baptist to “behold the lamb of God” is political in the purest sense.

Yours in Christ,

Rev. William Foley, Pastor • wfoley@blessedsacramentdc.orgRev. Emanuel Magro, Parochial Vicar • emagro@blessedsacramentdc.orgRev. Percival L. D’Silva • pdsilva@blessedsacramentdc.orgRev. Regis J. Armstrong OFM ,Cap., Scholar in Residence • regis.armstrong@gmail.comDeacon Kenneth Angell • kenneth.angell@opic.govDeacon Leo Flynn • leo@theflynnteam.com

Mr. Chris Kelly, School Principal 202.966.6682, ckelly@blessedsacramentdc.orgMs. Allison Cogswell, School Admissions Director & Vice Principal

202.966.6682, Ext. 4031, acogswell@blessedsacramentdc.org

Care Of The Sick & Homebound • If you or someone you know is hospitalized or homebound and would like a priest to visit, contact the parish office at 202.966.6575.New Parishioners • Welcome! To register as new parishioners, visit www.blessedsacramentdc.org/new-parishioners. Hard copies of the registration form are available at the parish office or contact Rick Perry: 202.449.3982.Website Postings • website@blessedsacramentdc.orgChurch Bulletin Boards • The office manager maintains the church bulletin boards. Please drop off any flyers for posting to Joan Ward in the parish office, Duffy parish center.Inclement Weather Policy • The parish center/office follows Montgomery County Schools for delays and closings. All evening activities are cancelled those days the schools are closed.

Baptism • Baptismal classes are required of all parents prior to baptism. We recommend taking classes before the child is born. Group baptisms are offered every 2nd Saturday at noon in the chapel and 4th Sunday at 2 p.m. in the main church. For more info visit: www.blessedsacramentdc.org/sacraments-rites

Reconciliation • Saturday, 4 - 5 p.m. or anytime by appointment.

Main Office 202.966.6575 (Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.)Sacramental Emergency (priest on call) 202.966.6575, Ext. 3988 Facilities 202.449.4610Ray Manning Adult Center 202.363.4512Ms. Joan Ward, Office Manager, jward@blessedsacramentdc.orgMrs. Mary Tull, Receptionist & Wedding Coordinator,

mtull@blessedsacramentdc.orgMr. John Navolio, Business Manager

202.449.3984, jnavolio@blessedsacramentdc.org Mr. Jay Rader, Music Director

202.449.3981, jayrader@blessedsacramentdc.orgMs. Jane Baily, Faith Formation for Children Director

202.449.3989, jbaily@blessedsacramentdc.org Ms. Tammy Flippo, Faith Formation for Adults Director

202.449.3974, tflippo@blessedsacramentdc.orgMs. Rosalie Days, Coordinator for Baptism & First Communion Prep

202.449.4618, rdays@blessedsacramentdc.orgMs. Marilyn Campbell, Youth Minister

202.449.3985, mcampbell@blessedsacramentdc.orgMrs. Patricia Kavanaugh, Social Concerns Minister

202.449.3987, pkavanaugh@blessedsacramentdc.org(Office open Monday - Friday, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m., and by appointment)

Ms. Emma Voelzke, Special Needs Coordinator202.449.3990, evoelzke@blessedsacramentdc.org

Ms. Rita Killian, Senior Center Minister, rkillian@blessedsacramentdc.orgMr. Rick Perry, Family Directory Administrator

202.449.3982, rperry@blessedsacramentdc.orgMr. James Strahota, Faith Formation & Finance Assistant

202.449.3986, jstrahota@blessedsacramentdc.org

Matrimony • All couples who are to be married at Blessed Sacrament must contact one of our priests. Please contact one of the parish priests at least six months in advance of your marriage date.

Altar Server Program: altarservers@blessedsacramentdc.org

Eucharistic Minister Volunteers: worshipministry@blessedsacramentdc.org

Please include our sick in your Prayers that they may exPerience healing and comfort

Anna Maria ArceFrancis McManusWilliam Reid

Carlos TurnerNelly TurnerEileen Zogby

Gary TavennerMichael TavennerEunice Taylor

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Daystar GalleryMedjugorje–A Pilgrim’s Perspective, photography by parishioner Lisa McKinnon, is on display in the parish center from January 7–February 4, 2020.

2019 Tax StatementsYear-end tax statements for your 2019 offertory contributions will be available on request beginning February 1, 2020. Please email Rick Perry at rperry@blessedsacramentdc.org.

Lector Formation WorkshopAll parish lectors are invited to attend a formation workshop to learn about the new celebration of the Sunday of the Word of God, as well as the role of Scripture in the life of the Church; the history of the Lectionary; and how the scholars chose the current arrangement of the weekend readings. We will gather in the parish center on Monday February 3 at 7 p.m. For questions, contact Erika Jones at ejones@mayerbrown.com.

First Friday Men of Faith: Feb 7The next First Friday gathering is Friday, February 7, after the 6:30 a.m. Mass. Our speaker is parishioner Kevin Gallagher, Vice President and Assistant General Counsel at Host Hotels & Resorts. For more info, please contact Dean Packard: dean_packard@ml.com.

Half-Day Retreat: Feb 15Contemplative Outreach of Maryland and DC is hosting a half-day retreat on February 15 from 9 a.m.–1 p.m. Parish Center, Main Level: “The Contemplative Experience of Jesus,” Part 1 by presenter L.J. Milone. Please join us! For more info, contact Ellen Kadow: ekadow@hotmail.com

Bereavement GroupOur parish will offer an eight-week bereavement support group series for adults who have experienced the death of a parent, spouse, child, sibling or significant other. The Spring series will begin Tuesday, February 25, and continue for eight consecutive Tuesdays through April 14 from 7:00-8:30 p.m. There is no fee but REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. For more information contact Jim Hoffman at hoffmanlpc@gmail.com or call: 202.577.2213.

Sanctuary ChoirThe Sanctuary Choir currently has openings for singers in all four sections–Soprano, Alto, Tenor & Bass. Applicants should be able to read music and have had some previous experience singing in a choir. The Sanctuary Choir regularly sings at the 10:30 a.m. Mass in the Church (Sept. thru June) and rehearses on Wednesday evenings. For more information call Jay Rader, Director of Music, at 202.449.3981.

Interfaith Power and Light: Tuesday, January 28On Tuesday, January 28 at 7 p.m. Joelle Novey, Director of Interfaith Power and Light (DC/MD/NoVA) will speak about ways you can live Laudato Si’, by explaining the ways you can switch your home electricity to green energy and joining in advocacy with other faith communities. Her talk will take place in the main level of the parish center.

Marriage Encounter, Deadline: January 28Marriage Encounter is a weekend experience which helps couples learn how to improve their communication skills. The next weekend is planned for Feb 28–March 1, 2020. Deadline Jan 28 2020. Apply online at: moments4marriage.org or call 301.541.7077

save the date

“The Church relies on you to make the deep beauty of God's love visible.” ~ Pope Francis, Diakonia of Beauty meeting, 24 February 2018

Adult Faith Formation forum on the Sacred Arts

Art inFormation Presentation 7:00pm in Church

Reception 6:30pm, Parish Center Main Level

February 4: Sacred Space Gothic Revival Religious Architecture Milton Grenfell, NCARB, CNU; parishioner Principal, Grenfell Architecture, DC

February 11: Sacred Light Stained Glass Daniel G. Wolkoff, Designer-Craftsman

Owner, Adams Morgan Stained Glass, DC February 18: Sacred Story

“The Story of God,” Nat’l Geographic film Dr. Julio Bermudez, PhD; Director, Cultural Studies & Sacred Space, School of Architecture, Catholic University of America

February 25: Sacred Presence Iconography Mrs. Colette Kalvesmaki, M.A. Theology Director, Center for Byzantine Material Arts and former Adjunct Professor, Eastern University

For info on each speaker, see flyers in Church entrances or visit: www.blessedsacramentdc.org/adult-faith-formation.

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Women’s Lenten Morning Retreat with author Melanie Rigney

Saturday, Feb 29th, 8:30am - Noon

“We cannot love without suffering and we cannot suffer without love...” ~ St. Gianna Beretta Molla

Join us for a new half-day retreat as Melanie gives two talks based on the lives of 20th century women saints followed by reflection and prayer designed to help us enter fully into the Lenten season. This event is FREE and includes continental breakfast; however, a goodwill offering will be collected. Hosted by Adult Faith Formation, this new retreat desires to provide all women, regardless of age or economic status, an opportunity for a Lenten retreat experience. Watch the bulletin for details or visit our adult faith formation webpage at: www.blessedsacramentdc.org/adult-faith-formation.

“The Church relies on you to make the deep beauty of God's love visible.” ~ Pope Francis, Diakonia of Beauty meeting, 24 February 2018

Adult Faith Formation forum on the Sacred Arts

Art inFormation Presentation 7:00pm in Church

Reception 6:30pm, Parish Center Main Level

February 4: Sacred Space Gothic Revival Religious Architecture Milton Grenfell, NCARB, CNU; parishioner Principal, Grenfell Architecture, DC

February 11: Sacred Light Stained Glass Daniel G. Wolkoff, Designer-Craftsman

Owner, Adams Morgan Stained Glass, DC February 18: Sacred Story

“The Story of God,” Nat’l Geographic film Dr. Julio Bermudez, PhD; Director, Cultural Studies & Sacred Space, School of Architecture, Catholic University of America

February 25: Sacred Presence Iconography Mrs. Colette Kalvesmaki, M.A. Theology Director, Center for Byzantine Material Arts and former Adjunct Professor, Eastern University

For info on each speaker, see flyers in Church entrances or visit: www.blessedsacramentdc.org/adult-faith-formation.

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Women’s Lenten Morning Retreat with author Melanie Rigney

Saturday, Feb 29th, 8:30am - Noon

“We cannot love without suffering and we cannot suffer without love...” ~ St. Gianna Beretta Molla

Join us for a new half-day retreat as Melanie gives two talks based on the lives of 20th century women saints followed by reflection and prayer designed to help us enter fully into the Lenten season. This event is FREE and includes continental breakfast; however, a goodwill offering will be collected. Hosted by Adult Faith Formation, this new retreat desires to provide all women, regardless of age or economic status, an opportunity for a Lenten retreat experience. Watch the bulletin for details or visit our adult faith formation webpage at: www.blessedsacramentdc.org/adult-faith-formation.

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Blessed Sacrament’s Annual MEN’S RetreatGive a weekend to God! The men of Blessed Sacrament go on retreat each year at Loyola Retreat House in Faulkner, MD. The retreat begins Friday evening, February 28 and concludes with lunch on Sunday, March 1. The Ignatian Weekend Retreat is based on the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius. The retreat is conducted in silence and includes generous amounts of time for prayer, personal reflection and the cultivation of a deeper relationship with God. For more information, contact John Vittone at 301.580.8164.The retreat fee for the weekend is $245 which includes all meals and a single person room. ($195 for first time retreatants and/or young adults up to age 30.) Reservations should be made online at www.loyolaonthepotomac.com. “Come away and rest awhile”.

Blessed Sacrament’s Annual WOMEN’S RetreatThe Women’s Retreat is coming up the weekend of March 13–15. It will be held at the Loyola Retreat House in Faulkner, MD. This special “you” get-away is just the nourishment your heart needs and a great way to enhance your Lenten Season! The theme this year is “Lord Teach Us to Pray.” St. Ignatius emphasized that prayer is the essence of our life as Christians. We are taught time and time again that communication is the key to any successful relationship. If we accept both of these premises, this retreat will be a welcomed companion on our faith journey. Questions? Contact Jessica Walsh at jessicawalsh@ggcfd.org, 301.385.9713, or Rita Killian at r.killian@verizon.net, 202.363.5069. You can also get more information on the Loyola Retreat House website: www.loyolaonthepotomac.com. The retreat fee for the weekend is $245 which includes all meals and a single person room. ($195 for first time retreatants and/or young adults up to age 30.)

Lenten Retreats

MARRIED COUPLES Lenten Retreat: March 28Your Sacrament of Matrimony is worth a day of enrichment. Save the date of Saturday March 28 and plan on attending Blessed Sacrament’s MARRIED COUPLES LENTEN RETREAT. Leader: Our very own Fr. Emanuel Magro. Location: St John Paull II Shrine. More details to follow. Questions? Contact Ann Hoffman, 202.486.8291, hoffmanja2@msn.com.

The Sunday of the Word GodOn September 30, 2019, on the liturgical memorial of St. Jerome, Pope Francis announced that the Third Sunday in Ordinary Time would be celebrated as the Sunday of the Word of God. In its inaugural year, this Sunday will fall on January 26, 2020. The inspiring full text of his Apostolic Letter, “Aperuit illis: Instituting the Sunday of the Word of God” may be found online.www.vatican.va/content/francesco/en/motu_proprio/documents/papa-francesco-motu-proprio-20190930_aperuit-illis.html

In the Introduction to the Lectionary for Mass, we are reminded of the role of the Word of God in the life of the Church:

In the hearing of God’s word the Church is built up and grows, and in the signs of the liturgical celebration God’s wonderful, past works in the history of salvation are presented anew as mysterious realities. God in turn makes use of the congregation of the faithful that celebrates the Liturgy in order that his word may speed on and be glorified and that his name be exalted among the nations.

Whenever, therefore, the Church, gathered by the Holy Spirit for liturgical celebration, announces and proclaims the word of God, she is aware of being a new people in whom the covenant made in the past is perfected and fulfilled. Baptism and confirmation in the Spirit have made all Christ’s faithful into messengers of God’s word because of the grace of hearing they have received. They must therefore be the bearers of the same word in the Church and in the world, at least by the witness of their lives . . . (Preamble 7)

We are very grateful to all in our parish who proclaim God’s word among us – priests, deacons, lectors, cantors, catechists, and teachers. May all of us be made more aware of the power of God’s word in our liturgies and in our lives.

“Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly, as in all wisdom you teach and admonish one another, singing psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs with gratitude in your hearts to God.” (Colossians 3:16)

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The Eucharist: A New 6-Week DVD Bishop Barron StudyJanuary 30 and Feb 6 & 13, Thursdays, 6:30-7:30 p.m. in the Parish Library“More than half of Catholics do not know the Church’s teaching on the ‘real presence of Christ’ in the Eucharist which Vatican II called the ‘source and summit of the Christian life.’” For questions or to register: TFlippo@blessedsacramentdc.org or 202.449.3974

Romans: The Gospel of Salvation8 Wednesdays starting January 22, 7-8:30 p.m. in the School AuditoriumSt. Paul’s Letter to the Romans has been at the center of reflection, conversion, and controversy from the very beginning. The Wednesday Night Bible Study will begin this 8-part video and discussion series from Ascension Press on Wednesday, January 22nd from 7–8:30 p.m. in the School Auditorium. For more information, visit www.blessedsacramentdc.org/wednesday-evening-bible-study or email Ceil Malphrus at ceilmalphrus@verizon.net.

Bread, Book, and Brethren: January 22On Wednesday, January 22, popular spiritual director Joanne Cahoon explores Luke’s Gospel with the Bread, Book and Brethren study group. Drop in at 8:30 for coffee and snacks followed by structured small group discussion or later at 10 a.m. for the lecture in the Parish Center main room. All are welcome.

Adult Faith Formation seniors

ADULT CENTERAll parishioners 55 and up are invited to gather in Apt. 1 in the Chevy Chase Apartment building next to the church for fellowship on weekdays (Monday through Thursday) at 12 noon. Bring a sandwich and join us for the activity of the day. For more information or for transportation, call Rita Killian at 202.363.5069.

Because of the uncertainties of weather and potential safety risks, the Adult Center will be CLOSED during the month of February, reopening on March 2. Please be warm and safe!

Sodality

Sodality Monthly RosaryAll women in the parish are warmly invited to join the parish Sodality in praying the rosary on the first Monday of the month at 7:30 pm in the chapel, unless otherwise listed. Whether you have been praying the rosary your entire life or want to learn, all are welcome. We will provide simple guides and rosaries for those who wish to learn. For further information, contact Jocelyn Rowe, a member of the Stella Maris Sodality unit: jocelynrowe@hotmail.com. Our upcoming dates: February 3, March 2

Christmas & Jewelry DonationsSodality is collecting used Christmas stuff and jewelry now! Are you still putting away your Christmas decor and deciding to divest yourself of some of it? If so, the Sodality will accept used Christmas ornaments, garland, Santas, etc., right now! Similarly, did Santa bring you a beautiful new piece of jewelry or two, and you want to divest yourself of something you no longer wear? Sodality will take that too! To arrange a pick up or drop off time, please email sodality@blessedsacramentdc.org.

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SAVE THE DATE:Annual Shrove Tuesday

PANCAKE DINNERTuesday, February 25, 6–7PM

Save the Date Annual  

Shrove Tuesday Pancake Dinner March 5th 6:00-7:30 PM 

Volunteers needed: 

Are you a master pancake flipper?  We could use your skills (and electric griddles)! 

Also, a perfect opportunity to volunteer with your  Teen or Tween to get ready for Lent.  

Help with set up, greet, serve, or clean. 

Contact: Anna Meenan to join the fun ameenan@gmail.com 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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From the Community

Ignatian Volunteer Corps (IVC)The Ignatian Volunteer Corps (IVC) is a Jesuit-sponsored organization that provides men and women, age 50 and greater (retired or semi-retired) with substantive opportunities to share their skills, talents and life experiences with nonprofit organizations that assist the materially poor or address issues related to poverty. A unique feature of IVC is a spiritual reflection component that helps volunteers discover the deeper meaning of their service, and their lives. To learn more about IVC, contact Dan Kerns, DC-Metro MD Region’s Director of Service Engagement at 202.415.4411 (cell), dkerns@ivcusa.org, or visit www.ivcusa.org and click on “DC-Metro MD.”

Poor Box DonationsPoor Box donations in January will benefit the Tenants Empowerment Network, a transitional housing program for homeless families. The program, which is part of Catholic Charities, also provides case management services, employment assistance and referrals for other needed services. Families may remain in the TEN program for up to two years.

Separated and DivorcedThose who are separated or divorced can find information on Annulment on a 5 x 6 card placed in the pamphlet rack of our church, Quesada Entrance. Support Groups Meetings to be held at Holy Trinity Church, Georgetown. Contact Jack Harlee at jharllee@gmail.com. For meetings at St Elizabeth, Rockville, contact Linda Luisi at lcluisi@verizon.net. More support and information can be obtained through the Archdiocesan Newsletter “At The Well,” atthewell@ihmrcc.org.

A Spiritual Retreat for Grieving ParentsA Spiritual Retreat for Grieving Parents will be held March 14 from 9:30 a.m.–6:30 p.m. at St Joseph’s Parish in Beltsville, MD. The event is free and attendees must register. Register at grievingparentretreat.eventbrite.com. For more information: Call the Office for Family Life at 301.853.4499.

24th Annual Patricia Sullivan Benefit DinnerJoin us for dinner and dancing at the 24th Annual Patricia Sullivan Benefit Dinner on Saturday, March 14 at the Bethesda North Marriott Hotel. The event will celebrate Potomac Community Resources and its 26 years of serving individuals with developmental differences and their families. Purchase tickets online at www.pcr-inc.org or contact Steve Riley at sriley@pcr-inc.org. Sponsorship opportunities are available.

2020 Scholarship Competition for 8th Grade StudentsThe Lucinda L. Jasper Scholarship Fund, Inc. (LLJSF) announces the 2020 Scholarship Competition. The LLJSF Competition is open to all eighth grade students attending a Catholic elementary school in the Archdiocese of Washington D.C. who are attending a Catholic high school in the fall in the Archdiocese of Washington D.C. Interested students can apply online at www.lljsf.org/. Questions? Contact Charmene Alston, Director of Applications, at 301.780.5313 or send an email to lljsf@aol.com. Submissions are due by March 31.

Questions?Contact Deacon Flynn, leo@theflynnteam.com,

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Sponsor Of The WeekWe would like to thank Kensington Parkfor placing an ad in our weekly bulletin.