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been “overshadowed” by the Holy Spirit and so can

know and trust more completely that “nothing will be

impossible for God.” Luke 1:36

I thank the many parishioners who dedicated so

much time and talent making our Christmas

celebrations so beautiful and prayerful. May the choir

and musicians, the lectors, and extraordinary ministers

of Holy Communion, the ushers, those who assisted in

decorating, sacristans, servers, and parish staff all be

blessed by God for the love of the Lord manifested in

such selfless service.

Again, thank you. Fathers Aitcheson, Dufresne,

and I begin this New Year with gratitude to Almighty

God for all of you and for the privilege of serving you

as priests. We renew our prayers for you and for your

families. Pray for us as well.

In Christ,

Rev. David A. Whitestone, Pastor

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New Year’s Day

Mary, Mother of God

a Holy Day of Obligation

Wed., Dec. 31: 7:30 pm Thurs., Jan. 1: 7:30am, 9am, 11am, 1pm (in Spanish)

PLEASE NOTE: There is no 5 pm Mass on

January 1.

Dear Friends,

O little town of Bethlehem

How still we see thee lie.

Above thy deep and dreamless sleep

The silent stars go by.

Yet in thy dark streets shineth

The everlasting Light.

The hopes and fears of all the years

Are met in thee tonight.

Our Christmas celebration has really only just

begun. The season of Christmas which began the

evening of December 24, continues through the

celebration of the Feast of the Baptism of the Lord

which takes place this year on January 11. This

weekend we celebrate the Feast of the Holy Family of

Jesus, Mary, and Joseph. This Thursday, January 1, we

celebrate the Solemnity of Mary, the Holy Mother of

God (a holy day of obligation). We place all of our

hopes and fears, our lives, our families, and our world

in the hands of Christ, the Word made flesh. And as

we honor Mary, the woman of faith, disciple of the

Lord, and Mother of God, we are strengthened by the

prayers she offers to her Divine Son on our behalf.

This New Year will indeed be filled with both

hopes and fears. At times the darkness will seem

impenetrable and all encompassing, yet we know and

trust that we enter into the unknown with Christ by our

side. As members of the Body of Christ, we too have

THE HOLY FAMILY OF JESUS, MARY AND JOSEPH

Monday 1 Jn 2:3-11; Lk 2:22-35 Tuesday 1 Jn 2:12-17; Lk 2:36-40 Wednesday 1 Jn 2:18-21; Jn 1:1-18 Thursday Nm 6:22-27; Gal 4:4-7; Lk 2:16-21 Friday 1 Jn 2:22-28; Jn 1:19-28 Saturday 1 Jn 2:29-3:6; Jn 1:29-34 Sunday Is 60:1-6; Eph 3:2-3a, 5-6; Mt 2:1-12

MASS INTENTIONS

December 29 through January 4

Mon.: 6:15 Judith Ross 9:00 Reverend Richard Dair Tues.: 6:15 Sara Montesa 9:00 Alexander Sisson Wed.: 6:15 Sherry Wolfe 9:00 Special Intention 7:30 Legion of Mary—Mystical Rose Thurs.: 7:30 John Martin Tremel 9:00 Alberto Zavoli 11:00 Special Intention 1:00 For the Parish Fri.: 6:15 Melquiades and Rosa Santos 9:00 Lew Rose Sat.: 9:00 Respect Life 5:00 Anthony J. DeMarzo (anniv.) Sun.: 7:30 For the Parish 9:00 Francis J. Truskoloski 11:00 deceased of the parish 1:00 Pedro Juanpere 5:00 Wanda Downey

In addition to the regular schedule of Masses, Mass has been offered for the following intentions: Thomas Anton, Ann Kernan, Swieter and Cortes family, Florence Urban, Special Intention, Mary Jane Litschgi, Rosemary Jeannette Moyer.

BAPTISM CLASS IS MANDATORY at Saint Leo. The next class is Tuesday, January 13th 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.

—Please remember in your prayers the repose of the souls of the faithful departed, especially: Tom Kelley, parishioner; Norberto Duga, Jr. brother of Emerson Duga. —We ask you to remember those in need of our

daily prayers.

Father Diamond Scholarship Council 6292 will award a 4 year $500 scholarship to a Catholic student entering 9th grade in a Catholic HS starting in the Fall 2015. The application is on the council website: www.6292.kofcva.org in the News Headlines section. For further information contact Tim Tilson at 703-273-9436 or via email at HMSLYDIA@msn.com. Considering a Catholic High School education next year for your current 8

th grader? Don’t miss out on the opportunity to

register your child for the High School Placement on Saturday, January 10, 2015 at Paul VI Catholic High School. Visit www.paulvi.net or contact ehanley@paulvi.net or Mike Cresson, Dir. of Admissions, Bishop O’Connell High School: admissions@bishopoconnell.org or 703-237-1433

BLESSING OF PARENTS NEXT SUNDAY, January 4 On the 1st Sunday of each month, Saint Leo offers a blessing for Expectant and Adopting Parents in support of life & family. The blessing will take place after the 9am Mass in the church. Parents in any stage of pregnancy or the adoption process are invited. THE 11 AM MASS NEXT SUNDAY, January 4, 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, Jan. 3, we will pray our regular First Saturday devotions beginning with 9 am Mass, ending with Benediction. Come, pray for peace and an end to abortion. An Evening of Praise, Worship, & Adoration will be held Saturday, January 3rd from 7-8:30 pm at Saint Leo in the Church. All are welcome for prayer, beautiful music, Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, and Benediction. Mini-Retreat/Evening of Recollection for Women at St. Leo on Tuesday, Jan. 6

th from 7:30-9:00 pm in the church.

This monthly event is designed to help us refocus on our struggle to become saints, and to make it our joyful duty serve. Sponsored by Opus Dei. For more information, please call Peggy, 703-620-4945.

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ADULT FAITH FORMATION

Faith & Food at P.J. Skidoos

Please join Father Dufresne on Monday, January 5

th at 7:00 pm, for an evening of

fellowship and lively discussion over dinner (appetizers on us!). 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.

Pilgrimage to Italy sponsored by St. Leo the Great's Adult Faith Formation Travel with Fr. Matthew DeForest and Carolyn Smith to Rome, Tuscany,

Florence, Siena, Orvieto, Milan, Sordevolo, and Turin. See the Holy Shroud in Turin which will not be

on display again until 2025! The trip will be from June 3 – 13, 2015. ALL inclusive price is $3,999.00. This includes airfare, all hotels, breakfasts, dinners (including red and white wine), tips, entrances, and private guide. Mass will be celebrated daily. To register, please contact Proximo Travel at (855) 842-8001 or (508) 340-9370. You can also register online

at www.proximotravel.com. You can see an online brochure at www.stleofairfax.com.

For more information, please contact Carolyn at carolynsmith.stleos@gmail.com or 703-273-5369.

A VOCATION VIEW

“By faith Abraham obeyed.” If you should be called to serve the Lord as a priest, deacon or in the consecrated life, pray for a deep faith and obey Him in love. 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. Join us for an Open House on any of the following dates: Jan. 25, 12:00pm; Feb. 26, 10am, or call the school office to make an appointment for a tour 703-273-1211. In case of inclement weather please check the website or call the school office.

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.

Soccer & Music Events for Middle Schoolers Saint John Paul the Great invites middle school students to participate in their annual 3v3 Soccer Tournament (Jan 10) and their annual Band & Choir Music Festival (Jan 24). For more information, and to register, visit: http://www.jpthegreat.org/admissions/visiting/special-middle-school-invitations/. For information, please email: info@jpthegreat.org or call 703-445-0218.

Families of 7th and 8th grade students are invited to

College Night at Paul VI Catholic High School on

Tuesday, January 13, at 7:15 pm. Learn how PVI

can help you navigate the road to college. For more

information, contact Mrs. Battle, PVI’s College and Career

Specialist, at lbattle@paulvi.net or 703-352-0925.

Catholic Singles of Greater Washington is an

organization for single Catholics, ages 21 to 65-plus,

enjoying each other’s company in a wide variety of social,

religious, and cultural settings. For information, visit http://

dcsinglecatholicpro.org or call Anne at 301-218-2772.

2015 Youth Music Festival at Bishop O'Connell

High School All 6th-8th grade students are invited to

a day of music clinics, performances & more on

Saturday, Jan. 3, 9:30 am to 2:30 pm. The event is free, but

reservations are required. Visit www.bishopoconnell.org/

youthmusic for information & to RSVP. Questions? Contact

Peter Kadeli pkadeli@bishopoconnell.org or Ron Isaacson

risaacson@bishopoconnell.org or Call 703-237-1462.

The Real Deal: The Bioethics of Fertility and Pregnancy

Register for “The Real Deal” bioethics conference, Saturday,

Jan. 10 (9:50 am-1:00 pm), at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic

Church (3304 Washington Blvd., Arlington). Co-sponsored by

Arlington Diocese Respect Life Office and St. Charles Church,

the conference will explore today’s consumer mindset towards

infertility, IVF, pregnancy, and abortion affecting our culture.

Presenting are Dr. John Bruchalski, Founder of Tepeyac

Family Center, and Sr. Terese Auer, Ph.D., Bioethics Chair of

St. John Paul the Great Catholic High School. Registration is

FREE, but required. Complimentary continental breakfast

included. Register at http://RealDeal2015.eventbrite.com.

THE HOLY FAMILY OF JESUS, MARY AND JOSEPH

HIGH SCHOOL:

NO HSYN TONIGHT! We will resume on

Sunday, January 4, 2015. Have a blessed

Christmas with your families!!!

RCIT (Rite of Chris�an Ini�a�on for Teens) If you are in

high school and are looking to receive, Bap�sm, First

Communion, or Confirma�on please email Erik

at stleosyouth@gmail.com. Registra�ons for sacramental

prep classes now available!

NO Girls CLC is this week. We will resume on Monday,

January 5. 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

NO Boys CLC is this week. We will resume on Wednesday,

January 14. 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

"Thursday Takeovers" will resume on Thursday, January

8th

, from 3:30-5:00 pm. 6th

-8th

graders are invited to come

for snacks, games, and ul�mate frisbee. We will meet in

the Youth Room. This is a weekly event!

Volunteer! Do you have a heart for youth ministry? We

are looking for YOU! We need adult volunteers with

hearts on fire for Christ! Must be at least 21 years of age,

and be fully compliant with the requirements of the

Diocesan Office for the Protec>on of Children/Young

People. We need volunteers for both our High School and

Middle School Youth Ministry Programs.

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

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God gave us the greatest gift of love when He sent His son to redeem us. He asks us to love one another as He loves us. Take the time to grow deeper in love with God, your spouse and your family at a Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend. The next Worldwide Marriage Encounter

Weekends are Feb 20-22 in Herndon or Apr 17-19 in Fredericksburg. For more information or to apply, visit our website at renewmarriage-vanorth.org or contact us at applications@renewmarriage-vanorth.org or 703-378-4150.

Religious Education News

There will be no Religious Education classes on Sunday, Dec. 28/Monday Dec.29 due to Christmas vacation. Classes will resume on Sunday, January 4.

All Confirmation paperwork is due to the Religious Education office by Monday, January 26.

On Sunday, January 4, all parents of children in the Sunday program are invited to the children’s Christmas play in the school gym at 11:10 am. (The children should come to their classrooms at the usual time- 11:00 am.) 8th Grade Religious Education classes continue with the Bible Study “Encounter”. We look forward to seeing your child on Mondays, 7:00 -8:15 pm.

Religious Education Office: 703-273-4868

Father Diamond Council

Events & Calendar

Meetings – 2nd and 4

th Tuesdays

8:00 PM Providence Hall

12/28 1:00 Redskins Game – Providence Hall 12/31 KOVAR Collections – 5pm to 9pm (2 shifts) Call Matt West 703-359-4652 to volunteer 1/1 New Year's Day - Solemnity of Mary 1/4 Bowling Starts

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Giant, Shoppers Food Warehouse & Safeway Food Cards for sale – at Parish Hall every weekday at 3:00 PM or call Larry

Novak - 703-978-6137

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Join the Knights – Contact Pat McGuire – 703-218-2986

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED AS DRIVERS! The Shepherd’s Center of Fairfax Burke serves those 50+ and who no longer drive. Volunteer Drivers are needed for trips (Monday - Friday) to medical appointments and Companion Shopping within the Fairfax/Burke area. If you can volunteer your time, contact Barry Wickersham: 703-359-2918. 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, January 15 (12:00-2:00 pm) at Fairfax Presbyterian Church, 10723 Main St., Fairfax. The Program features the Tallwood Trio with singer, Nancy Riley with music from The Great American Song Book. For reservations, call Faye Quesenberry, 703-620-0161, by January 9th. The cost is $10.00; checks payable to SCFB. If Fairfax County schools are closed due to weather, reservations will be credited to May's Lunch N' Life. If transportation is needed, call the SCFB office (703) 323-4788. Visit: www.scfbva.org for more information.

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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 703-222-7704.

Dia del año Nuevo

Solemnidad de Maria, Madre de Dios

un dia de precepto

miércoles, diciembre 31 7:30 pm jueves, enero 1ro, 2015 7:30 am, 9 am, 11am, 1 pm (español)

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No habrá clases de Educación Religiosa el Domingo 21 de Diciembre o el Domingo 28 debido a las vacaciones de Navidad. Las Clases resumirán el Domingo 4 de Enero. El Domingo 4 de Enero, todos los padres de los niños en el programa del domingo están invitados a la Pastorela de los niños en el Gimnasio del colegio a las 11:10 am. (Los niños deben venir a sus clases a la hora de siempre las 11:00 am.)

Coro de San Leo: El coro está en busca de participantes. Si tiene interés y desea formar parte, venga a la práctica los miércoles a las 7:30pm en el salón San Juan y los comingos a las 12:00pm en el salón St. Cecilia en el Centro Parroquial. Para

mayor información enviar email a nsolares4@gmail.com.

Se ofrece clases de inglés Caridades Catolicas–Hogar Hispano ofrece clases de inglés en la Iglesia San Leo Magno los sábados de 10 am a 12 pm. Ofrecemos varios niveles de clase. Llame a 571-208-1572 para más información. 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. Estudio Bíblico: Gálatas- Liberados para Vivir una Vida Plena El grupo de estudio bíblico se volverá a reunir a partir de viernes, 23 de enero, todos los viernes de 7:30-9:00pm en el salón San Juan del Centro Parroquial. Estamos comenzando un nuevo estudio sobre la Carta a los Gálatas. Personas que no estuvieron en la sesión anterior que deseen integrarse lo pueden hacer, el costo de material es $10. Para mayor información contactar a Gustavo y Sandra Solares (703) 346-0409. Grupo de Oración Sábados 6-8:30pm, Salon de Nuestra Sra de La Guadalupe. Información: Jose Ferrufino: 703-250-1343.

“Por su fe, Abraham, obedeció.” Si debes ser llamado para servir al Señor como sacerdote, diácono o en la vida consagrada, ora por una fe profunda y Obedécele en el amor. Llama al Padre J.D. Jaffe al (703) 841-2514 o escribele a: j.jaffe@arlingtondiocese.org

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

Alfabetización: Los domingos de 2:30 a 4:00pm en el Centro Parroquial.

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 31 de enero.

Theology Courses at Christendom Graduate School Registration is open for spring theology courses at the Christendom Graduate School. Earn your MA in theology or take a course for personal enrichment! Courses at our Alexandria campus: Gospel of Mark, Church History II, Virtues, Catechetical Tradition, Christology, Philosophical Errors, New Testament, Moral Theology, and Introduction to Ecclesiastical Latin. We have online courses including a real-time, inter-active online course on the Pauline Epistles & Acts of the Apostles taught by Dr. Sebastian Carnazzo. Semester runs Jan 12-May 2. Discounted rate for catechists, seniors, and religious who wish to audit. Visit www.christendom.edu/grad, call 703.658.4304, or email us at NDGS@Christendom.edu.

THE HOLY FAMILY OF JESUS, MARY AND JOSEPH

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