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SEPTEMBER 12, 2021 | THE TWENTY-FOURTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

SUNDAY MASS TIMES & PRESIDER SCHEDULE

*Livestreamed

DAILY MASS†

Monday–Friday Saturday Federal Holidays6:30 AM | 8:00 AM | 5:30 PM 8:00 AM 10:00 AM

ADORATION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT†

4:00-5:15 PM in the Church†No adoration on federal holidays. Mass is at 10:00 a.m. only. Daily Mass is livestreamed Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday.

CONFESSIONSaturdays from 4:00-5:00 PM in the main church or by appointment.

LIVESTREAMED MASSWatch our livestreamed Mass through our YouTube Channel. You may find the link on the parish website. The videos will remain posted there after the Mass has ended, should you miss it live.

Saturday Vigil 5:30 PM*7:30 AM9:00 AM

10:30 AM*12:30 PM5:30 PM*

Father ArmstrongFather FoleyFather ArmstrongFather D’SilvaFather FoleyFather D’Silva

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SEPTEMBER 11-12 SEPTEMBER 18-19

ADDRESS:3630 Quesada Street NWWashington, DC 20015www.blessedsacramentdc.org

PHONE NUMBERS:Parish Office: 202.966.6575 • Fax: 202.966.9255Emergency (Priest on Call): 202.966.6575, Ext. 3988Ray Manning Adult Center: 202.363.4512

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

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PASTOR’S COLUMNDear Parish Family: Twenty years ago this weekend our Churches were filled with tearful and frightened people who, in the wake of the terrorist attacks of September 11 had one question on their faces: “Why?” While there really is no clear answer, we must agree that evil seems to beget evil and feels overwhelming. Evils come in many forms and have various causes. Today’s gospel is the turning point of the Gospel of Mark. It was time for Jesus to make clear to his apostles his identity and what that implied. He was about to confront the ultimate result of evil and conquer it by his saving death and resurrection. We are still enduring a pandemic that has kept us isolated. We have learned new ways of communicating “virtually;” but they are no substitute for being “in person.” In two weeks, we plan to gather for a welcome back picnic and ministry fair. Our leaders will make every effort to keep us safe, but it is important that we be together. I hope to see many of you there on September 26! Follow the guidance elsewhere in this bulletin for more informa-tion and to sign-up!

Yours in Christ,

Rev. William Foley, Pastor • [email protected]. Emanuel Magro, Parochial Vicar • [email protected]. Percival L. D’Silva • [email protected]. Regis J. Armstrong, OFM, Cap., Scholar in Residence [email protected] Kenneth Angell • [email protected] Leo Flynn • [email protected]

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BL ESSED SACR A M E N T SCHOOL

PA R ISH SERV ICES & I N FOR M ATION

SACR A M E N TS STEWA R DSH I P

Ms. Joan Ward, Office Manager • [email protected] Mr. John Navolio, Business ManagerMr. Jeffrey Porter, Music Director 202.449.3981, [email protected]. Jane Baily, Faith Formation for Children Director 202.449.3989, [email protected]. Rosalie Days, Coordinator for Baptism & First Communion Prep 202.449.4618, [email protected]. Marilyn Campbell, Youth Minister 202.449.3985, [email protected]. Patricia Kavanaugh, Social Concerns Minister 202.449.3987, [email protected]. Mary Seidel, CYO Coordinator • [email protected]. Rita Killian, Senior Center Minister • [email protected]. Rick Perry, Data Base Manager 202.449.3982, [email protected]

New Parishioners • WELCOME! We are so glad you are here! To reg-ister visit www.blessedsacramentdc.org/new-parishioners or contact Rick Perry: 202.449.3982, [email protected] Up for Parish Emails • To receive emails and updates from the parish, please email Joan Ward: [email protected] Weather Policy • The parish center/office follows Montgom-ery 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. Please contact one of the parish priests before the baptismal class. We recommend taking classes before the child is born. For more info visit: www.blessedsacramentdc.org/sacraments-ritesMatrimony • 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.

Faith Direct • We are most grateful for those who have continued to support the parish financially, especially during these challenging times. You may sign up online at https://membership.faithdirect.net/DC11.

5841 Chevy Chase Parkway NW, Washington DC 20015 202.966.6682 • www.bsstoday.orgMr. Chris Kelly, School Principal 202.966.6682, [email protected]. Allison Cogswell, School Admissions Director & Vice Principal 202.966.6682, Ext. 4031, [email protected]

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POOR BOX DONATIONSPoor Box donations in September will benefit St. Thomas More Catholic Church in SE Washington, Blessed Sacrament’s “sister” parish. The money will help the parish provide assistance to people in its community who are struggling to meet their daily needs.


MARRIAGE AND FAMILY LIFE EVENTSThroughout a married life, couples and parents experience joys as well as difficulties, but you are not alone. Do take advantage of these worthwhile experiences: blessedsacramentdc.org/marriage-fami-ly-life.

NEW BEREAVEMENT PROGRAM SESSIONS START SEPT. 21Grief is a lonely and isolating experience. Human beings are created to make connections and the passing of a loved one is highly offen-sive to our natural inclinations. The COVID-19 pandemic made grief more prolonged and more painful. In the midst of loneliness, we can feel lost and in great need. If you are ready, consider attending the 8 virtually presented sessions from 7:00–8:30 p.m. starting September 21. Contact Jim Hoffman at [email protected] for further in-formation.

CARE FOR CREATION MINISTRYThe Care for Creation Ministry meets the third Tuesday of every month. Our first meeting will be Tuesday, September 21. New mem-bers are always welcome, please contact Janet Chap at [email protected] for meeting information.

WALKING WITH PURPOSEWalking with Purpose will begin Friday, September 24. Please con-tact Renee Redpath for more information: [email protected].

MASS SCHEDULEThe 10:30 a.m. Gym Mass resumes September 26.

TUESDAY & THURSDAY MORNING ADULT EDUCATIONTuesday Morning with Father MagroActs of the Apostles beginning September 14 at 9:00 a.m. Thursday Morning with Professor Tony TambascoDiscussion of the book, Fratelli Tutti, by Pope Francis beginning Sep-tember 16 at 9:00 a.m.Both of these are in a Zoom virtual format. For more details, go to blessedsacramentdc.org/tuesday-thursday-adult-education or contact Maryanne Kane at [email protected] or 202.577.7826.

WEDNESDAY NIGHT BIBLE STUDYThe Wednesday Night Bible Study will resume on at 7:00 p.m. on September 15 using a Zoom format to discuss the Ascension Press video study: First Corinthians: The Church and the Christian Commu-nity presented by Tim Gray. Please email Ceil Malphrus at [email protected] if you would like to join us.

BREAD, BOOK AND BRETHRENOn Wednesday morning, September 22, Bread, Book and Brethren meets in person to begin the study of Genesis. Please come masked, entering through the Parish Center back door without buzzing, and en-joy snacks and fellowship from 8:30–9:00 a.m. All are welcome. The meeting opens at 9:00 a.m., distributes Little Rock Scripture studies, votes on meeting on zoom or in person, and enjoys the lecture of You-Tube star Deacon Ed McCormick. For addition information call Nan Levine at 202.244.7691 or [email protected].

The 2021-2022 School of Religion is just around the corner...and we are in person!!!OPEN HOUSE: Saturday, September 18 at 9:00 a.m. in the school, beginning where the students can meet their catechists…and see each other mask to mask.OPENING DAY: Sunday, September 26 at 9 a.m. We will conclude at 10:15 am just before Mass!Please go to blessedsacramentdc.org/registration for more in-formation and to sign up. Class sizes are limited! Masks and social distancing are required. Contact Jane Baily at [email protected] or 202.449.3989

SACRAMENTSIf your child is planning to receive a sacrament this academic year, you MUST register REGARDLESS of where you go to school: public school, private school (including Catholic) or Blessed Sacrament par-ish school YOU MUST REGISTER. This is a SEPARATE registration than the one for School of Religion and MUST be completed for all those who intend to receive the sacraments. For more information, click below:Eucharist: blessedsacramentdc.org/eucharistConfirmation: blessedsacramentdc.org/confirmationContact Jane Baily at [email protected] or 202.449.3989 for more information.

VOLUNTEER CATECHISTSThere are still TWO (2) openings for volunteer catechists in the Sunday School of Religion. The openings are in Kindergarten and 1st Grade. All volunteers must undergo a background check and Virtus Training as well as fingerprinting to volunteer. Contact Jane Baily at [email protected] or 202.449.3989 for more information.



THE FRONT CHURCH ENTRANCE IS CLOSED, please use the side entrances. Thank you!

ANNOUNCEMENTS

SCHOOL OF RELIGION

SAVE THE DATE: SODALITY BAZAARSanctuary Sodality is planning a Mini-Bazaar featuring Used Clothing and Basket Raffles to be held outside on the blacktop Saturday Oc-tober 30, 2021. Please watch for more details in future bulletins. For more info, contact [email protected].


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LIVESTREAM VOLUNTEERSHave you ever dreamed of being a cinematographer? You can have that chance now as a Blessed Sacrament live-stream volunteer. It’s fun, it’s not hard and most of all, you will be filling a vital ministry at Blessed Sacrament. We are hoping to find enough volunteers to do this once or twice a month, plus you get the best seat in the house! We will be having a training session in the next week or two, so look for announcements about date and time. For more information, send an email to Jeffrey Porter at [email protected].

Come and enjoy a potluck lunch from 12:00 noon-1:00 p.m. All parishioners are invited to explore the ministry fair to see how to get involved. Families can partake in the kids’ games. If you plan to attend, please RSVP at blessedsacramentdc.org/fall-fest-2021 for an accurate headcount.We will provide fried chicken. Participants are asked to bring the following items for the potluck:

A-H last names bring sides, I-P last names bring salads, R-Z last names bring dessertsPlease drop off food items to the Auditorium kitchen between 10:00-11:30 a.m. CHILI COOK OFF AT FALL FEST!Calling all cooks! Registration is open. If you are interested in participating, please email [email protected]. Rules will be sent out upon registration. Up to 10 contestants (2 per table). Register to attend Fall Fest.If you have any questions, please contact the welcome committee at [email protected].




IGNATIAN VOLUNTEER CORPS (IVC)As the new school year begins we are in immediate and urgent need for Service Corps Members to work in several of our Archdiocesan schools this fall. The positions include instructional as well as admin-istrative support. Teaching experience is preferred but not required for all positions. Please contact Dan Kerns: [email protected].

500 YEARS OF CHRISTIANITY IN THE PHILIPPINES:A CELEBRATIONOn Saturday, September 18, members of the Filipino community in-vite you to celebrate with them the 500th anniversary of the arrival of Christianity in the Philippines and the feast of San Lorenzo Ruiz. This gift of faith that Filipinos received and embraced 500 years ago is very much alive today.Everyone is welcome to this historic event, which will take place at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception, be-ginning with a procession at 9:30 a.m. followed by the Holy Rosary at 10:00 a.m. and Holy Mass at 10:30 a.m. with Most Rev. Mario E. Dorsonville as celebrant.

FROM THE COMMUNITYYOUTH

BOY SCOUT TROOP 90 WANTS YOU!Join the Adventure! All boys 11 years old and up or having graduated 5th grade are invited to join the Shrine of Most Blessed Sacrament’s Boy Scout Troop 90! Our meetings will be Wednesday nights at 7:30 p.m. in the Parish Center. Questions? Contact Scoutmaster Keith Morrison at [email protected], Assistant Scoutmaster Dave Missar at [email protected] or check out our website www.troop90dc.org.

CUB SCOUTS PACK 90Our first meeting of the year will be on Friday, September 17 at 7:00 p.m. in the BSS Auditorium and is open to all parish boys and families interested in joining or just learning more about Scouting with Pack 90. Please feel free to contact Bryan Knowles at [email protected] with any questions you may have.

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500 years of Christianity in the Philippines and the Feast of San Lorenzo Ruiz

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Saturday, September 18, 2021 Holy Rosary 10:00 a.m. Mass 10:30 a.m.

For more information contact: Janet Harmon, Filipino Planning Committee at 301.904.4760 or [email protected] of Cultural Diversity and Outreach at 301.853.5335 or [email protected].

CELEBRANT AND HOMILISTMost Rev. Mario E. Dorsonville Auxiliary Bishop of Washington

Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception400 Michigan Ave. NE, Washington, DC 20017

This celebration is organized by the Filipino Community in the region, collaborating with the Archdiocese of Washington’s Office of Cultural Diversity and Outreach, and the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops’ Secretariat of Cultural Diversity/ Asian and Pacific Island Affairs.

CYO FALL SPORTSWe are excited to announce that CYO fall sports is back! This fall we will be offering K-8 soccer and cross country. All of the registration information can be found on our CYO website. blessedsacramentdc.org/cyo.

BLESSED SACRAMENT SPIRIT SQUADNew this year, cheerleading sessions to begin for 1st-2nd and 3rd-4th grades and parish girls and boys. Please contact Mary Seidel at [email protected] to register.

XCEL FITNESSXCel Fitness is gearing up for their Fall 2021 Session which is right around the corner, beginning the week of September 13. Go to xcel-fitness.net/programs/fall2021-bss/ to register for classes, open to all parish children.


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