Dear Saint Augustine Family,
Today we celebrate the Fifth Sunday of Lent. We are confronted in the Gospel story of the raising of Lazarus with a crucial question that Jesus asked Martha: “Do You Believe?” Faith in the Resurrection of Jesus Christ is the central belief at the heart of Christianity. Because with death, it is not a matter of “If” but “When”. Rather than living in fear of the inevitable, Jesus invites us, like Martha and Mary, to have faith in the One who can do the impossible! In the face of death Jesus calls us – by name - as he called Lazarus in the tomb to “Come Out” from the tomb of our fears; the grave of our sins; and the burial clothes of our daily worries that tie us into knots. Let his Truth untie you and set you free.
Mass is celebrated on Saturdays at 4:30 p.m. and on Sundays at 8:00 a.m., 10:00 a.m., and 12:30 p.m. The 12:30 p.m. Mass will be live-streamed via our YouTube Channel. Daily Mass is held at 8:15 a.m. in the Chapel from Tuesday through Thursday and in the Church with the School on Fridays. During the Lenten Season, please join us for Stations of the Cross on Fridays at 7 p.m. in the Church.
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Click here or download the attachment below to read this week's bulletin with Father Pat's Sermon Notes. This week he explores the boundless possibilities of God!
Join us for Dinner & Dialogue March 30th from 6:30-8:30pm in the Gingras Center.
Meet new friends and reconnect with old ones as we discuss Sunday’s readings over dinner.
Come as we continue to prepare our hearts and minds during Lent.
Feel free to bring a savory dish, beverage, libation or dessert to share!
The CHOSEN will resume after Easter on Friday, April 14 at 7:30pm ET
Episode 4: Clean, Part 1
Two by two, the disciples carry out Jeus' mission to heal, cast out demons, and preach his words. But upon returning, they struggle with understanding what happened while Simon and Eden struggle to reconnect.
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Testimonial: I’ve been a Christian for over 30 years and have been reading the Bible for years. How did I not know how much persecution Jesus endured, and so early in His ministry? After watching episode 3 of season 3 last night, I re-read Luke chapter 4. The Chosen makes all these stories come to life, I LOVE that!! I am also realizing how tough this is going to be, it was so hard to see mother Mary’s pain last night."
The Archdiocese of Washington will host the Thirteenth National Black Catholic Congress on July 20-23, 2023, right here in our backyard! The National Black Catholic Congress is of great significance to our Parish History, Mission and Identity.
Did you know...The very First National Black Catholic Congress was held at St. Augustine Catholic Church, from January 1 - January 4, 1889, with a Mass celebrated by Fr. Augustus Tolton, the first Black priest in the nation. Fr. Tolton is among the Six Holy Men and Women who are currently on the path to sainthood!
We are looking to fill the position of Church Sacristan.
If you are interested in applying for and being interviewed for this full-time position, please contact the church office Monday through Friday between 9am and 5pm at 202-265-1470.
More details about the position and its requirements will be posted in the coming weeks.
Have you considered becoming a Roman Catholic, but just did not know how? Do you know someone who would like to explore the Catholic traditions? Consider joining the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA). RCIA is a Ministry dedicated to faith formation and full initiation of adults with no religious background or those coming from other faith traditions into the Roman Catholic faith. RCIA also invites baptized Catholics seeking to receive the Sacraments of Confirmation and/or Eucharist to participate in the transformative spiritual journey towards a rich and fulfilling life in Christ. Virtual and in person Inquiry Sessions are held Tuesdays from 6:30 - 8:30pm. Email staugrcia@gmail.com to connect with a team member.
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Blessings,
St. Augustine Parish
Blessings,
St. Augustine Parish
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