MASS TIMES

SUNDAY:
SATURDAY 5:30 PM (Sunday Vigil)  |  7:30 AM  |  9:00 AM (ASL Interpreted)  |  10:30 AM (Church & Gym*)  |    12:30 PM  |  5:30 PM
*There is no Gym Mass in the summer

WEEKDAY & SATURDAY MASSES:
MON-FRI: 6:30 AM*  |  8:00 AM  |  11:00 AM  |  5:30 PM*
SAT: 8:00 AM  |  11:00 AM
*There is no 6:30am or 5:30pm Mass on federal holidays

FILIPINO MASS in Tagalog every 4th Sunday at 3:30 PM

HOLY DAY MASSES:
Eve of the Feast: 5:30 PM  |   Day of the Feast: 6:30 AM  |  8:00 AM  |  11:00 AM  |  5:30 PM

ADORATION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT

MON-FRI: 3:00–5:15 PM in the church
Thursday before the first Friday of each month: 6:00–8:00 PM (with Holy Hour from 7-8 PM)
There is no adoration on federal holidays

CONFESSION

SATURDAY: 4:00–5:00 PM (or any time by appointment)

May 26, 2019

Parish Family:

I have fond memories of what was once called “Decoration Day.” During our youth, my father always made sure that the graves of our relatives in his native town of Danbury, Connecticut were properly adorned for this day – which we now call “Memorial Day.” The origin of this “holiday” has its roots in the tradition of honoring who sacrificed their lives for our freedom in the field of battle; but, by extension, it can also be a time to honor all our beloved dead. There are many stories of heroism associated with our war victims; but there are also lasting effects of war that really never go away. My uncle was injured during World War II and never wanted to witness or hear fireworks on the fourth of July. Sometimes a person will ask me how to obtain some sense of peace. I remind them that the peace that Christ brings is not a cessation of war or conflict but the enduring presence of God within that spurs one on to work for justice and reconciliation. An example of this is provided for us in today’s first reading – the first “council” of the Church. These fathers announced to the growing Gentile believers that “it is the decision of the Holy Spirit and us” not to place on them any unnecessary burden. At times we impose on ourselves unrealistic expectations. Thus, these words of Jesus are most consoling and invigorating:

“Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you. Not as the world gives do I give it to you. Do not let your hearts be troubled or afraid.”
(John 14:27)

Yours in Christ,
Father Bill Foley

BLESSED SACRAMENT CHURCH
5949 Western Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20015

DUFFY PARISH CENTER OFFICE
3630 Quesada Street NW
Washington, DC 20015
Main Phone: 202.966.6575
Fax: 202.966.9255

SCHOOL ADDRESS
5841 Chevy Chase Parkway
Washington, DC 20015
School Phone: 202.966.6682

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