We are now using the new translation of the Roman Missal. There are two places for you
to follow the new prayers and responses. First,
everything you need to know may be found in the
blue book located in the back of the Hymnal
Books in the pew racks entitled, “Revised Order
of the Mass (Hymnal Supplement)”. Second, the
singing parts of the Mass of Joy and Peace may
be found on the white cards also located in the
hymnal racks. For more, see below.
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Please Note: The PDF version of the Parish Bulletin is now be available through our Bulletin printer, Fata Inc., in complete form — including the current cover page and all advertisements. Web Page Versions: English; Español Last Week's Bulletin (January 15, 2012): English | Español Bulletin Special Pages &
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New to the Parish? Be sure to register with the Office. You may download the Parish Registration Form here: English: PDF or MS Word. Español: PDF or MS Word.
• Cardinal Wuerl urges action to protect conscience rights [in health care], Catholic Standard, Dec. 22, 2011. From the USCCB: Over 400 Catholic [now up to 434] leaders are calling on Congress and the Administration to protect conscience rights in health care. The open letter appeared as a full page ad featuring over 150 of those leaders in the New York Times and the Washington Post on December 21. To write your representatives, CLICK HERE.
'Groundbreaking, indeed' - Partnership between Holy Cross Hospital and Montgomery College in Germantown will increase access to health care for the poor and for region’s growing population, Catholic Standard, Dec. 22, 2011
More on our December 10, 2011 Mass, Rosary Procession, and Prayerful Protest with Cardinal Wuerl to Germantown Reproductive Health Services:
Are you facing a crisis pregnancy? Or hurting from an abortion? Where to find help.
Religious Freedom in Maryland: The Bishops of Maryland have written a statement on religious liberty which reviews the history and role of religious freedom in our society, highlights present-day threats to this freedom, and offers ways to get involved. A two-page summarized version is included in the Nov. 19/20 parish bulletin (click here to download a PDF copy). The complete statement, The Most Sacred of All Property: Religious Freedom and the People of Maryland, is available at our parish and also in PDF form from the Archdiocese and the Maryland Catholic Conference, or it may be downloaded directly here. Read Cardinal Wuerl's November 9, 2011 e-letter [PDF ] and watch his video on the First Freedom on YouTube.
Holy Music! Did you know there's an iTunes Radio station that plays only Gregorian Chant and Renaissance Polyphony? Look for the "Calmradio.com - Gregorian Chant" station in the iTunes Radio "Classical" music streams.
Photo-taking for the new Parish Directory continues this week: Mother Seton Parish is producing a new pictorial directory of all parishioners and their families. Have your family portrait taken in the Parish Center on Jan. 24 to 27, from 2 to 9:30 p.m.; Sat., Jan. 28, from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.; Jan. 31 to Feb. 3 from 2 to 9:30 p.m.; and Sat., Feb. 4 from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Each family will receive a free 8 x 10, or a CD of proofs. Other photos are available for purchase. MSP receives $2 back for every family picture taken. A choice of background is offered, and please dress appropriately. See the Bulletin for contact information.
Come to the MSP 2nd Annual Chili Cookoff!!!, Sun., Jan. 29, from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Parish Center. All are welcome for $5 per person, $20 per family (4 or more). Register by Wed., Jan. 25th if you’d like to enter the cook-off; registration fee is $10. Money raised benefits the youth group for retreats, supplies and scholarships. [Download the PDF Chili Cookoff Entry Form and Rules]
Love Vera Bradley? The Sodality of Mother Seton Parish are sponsoring a Vera Bradley Bingo on Friday, Feb. 3, 2012 (snow date Feb. 10). Doors open at 6 PM, Bingo starts at 7 PM. There will be door prizes and a raffle. Supper will be provided. You can pay in advance and reserve seats! Admission price $25.00 (includes game cards, food and door prize drawings). See the Bulletin for contact information or download the PDFFlyer.
Our Funeral Outreach Ministry is in need of volunteers to assist with funeral receptions. There are many ways that you may volunteer to support this important ministry. See the Bulletin for more.
Vita Benefit Dinner: If you were unable to attend Bubba Vita’s
recent spaghetti dinner benefit, donations can still be sent to: Bill Vita, P.O. Box 126, Germantown, MD 20875-0126. For more, see: Christopher Vita fundraiser 2012-18-11.pdf
Eucharistic Adorers are DESPERATELY needed between 3 and 5 p.m. in the Divine Mercy Chapel located in the lower level of the Church. Two adorers are needed at all times. Please consider spending an hour of prayer with Our Lord. See the Bulletin for contact information.
The School of Religion is in need of Catechists — Please call the SOR if you can volunteer to help!
From the Sept. 4, 2011 Parish Bulletin: The Seton Seniors (open to anyone age 50 and older), the Seton Squires (young men, ages 10-18), and the Children's Choir are all looking for new members.
Music Ministry at Mother Seton Parish: Our parish is blessed with many diverse musical groups that provide leadership for our liturgical celebrations throughout the church year. Please consider giving of your time and talent by singing or playing a musical instrument in one of the many choirs and ensembles in our parish. The only pre-requisite is a love of music and singing. See the week's Parish Bulletin for more about our Bell Choir and all our Music Ministry groups.
Mother Seton Parish has discontinued paying directly for subscriptions for parishioners to the Catholic Standard in the future. If you would like to continue receiving the Catholic Standard by mail, you can subscribe online for $25 per year. See the Feb. 6, 2011 parish bulletin for additional contact information for subscription questions.
And from ADW.org: After the resurrection, Jesus confirmed Peter in the role of shepherd and leader of his flock: "'Simon, son of John, do you love me more than these?' He said to him, 'Yes, Lord, you know that I love you.' Jesus said to him,... 'Feed my sheep'" (John 21:15, 17). Christ sent the apostles, and the apostles through their successors, to continue Christ's ministry. Blessed Pope John Paul II provided guidance, instruction, teaching and leadership to the Church and was beatified on May 1, 2011.
ARE YOU READY FOR THE CHANGES COMING TO THE ROMAN MISSAL? It begins the First
Sunday of Advent 2011, the weekend of Nov. 26-27, which is also the beginning of a new liturgical
year. At Mother Seton Parish we have two places
for you to follow the new prayers and responses.
First, everything you need to know can be found in
the blue book, called “Revised Order of the Mass
(Hymnal Supplement)” located in the back of the
Hymnal Books placed in the racks on the backs of
the pews. Second, the singing parts of the Mass of
Joy and Peace can be found on the white cards
located in the hymnal racks.
Transition to the New Roman Missal e-Learning Workshop Videos: A collection of videos with Fr. Mark Knestout of the Archdiocese of Washington to diocesan Catholics help learn more about the new
translations and changes that parishioners can view at their convenience.
Also see Fr. Knestout talk about the New Roman Missal with EWTN's Raymond Arroyo in the Nov. 10, 2011 episode of EWTN's "The World Over" on YouTube.
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PLEASE NOTE—ILLEGAL PARKING: ALL cars parked illegally along yellow lines, and in front of the church doors, office doors, and lot entrance, or around the church parking lot where signs clearly designate ‘No Parking’, and where your car would block an emergency vehicle, will be towed!
Also, please DO NOT PARK ON MIDDLEBROOK RD. IN THE RIGHT LANE OR IN THE MEDIAN OR ON THE MEDIAN ALONG FR. HURLEY BLVD. Additional parking is available in back of Giant. Cars illegally parked will be ticketed.
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