Welcome to Saint Anthony of Padua Parish, a Roman Catholic Church located in Falls Church, Virginia. Saint Anthony is within the Diocese of Arlington, which is under the direction of Most Reverend Bishop Paul Loverde.

The parish encompasses an extremely diverse community located just outside of our nation's capital, Washington DC. Our pastor is Rev. Kevin Walsh. Please do not hesitate to contact the parish if you have any questions. We invite you to join our community.

PARISH BLOGS Parish Calendar Click to View Parish Events     Click to View Youth Ministry   Click to View Social Justice    Click to View Comprehensive Immigration Reform              Click to View   Readings for Next Sunday Sunday Sept. 5, 23rd Sunday Ordinary Time Wisdom 9: 13—18b Psalm 90: 3—6, 12-17 Philemon 9-10, 12—17 Luke 14: 25-33 Mass Schedule Saturday Vigil 5:30 PM (English) Sunday 8:30 AM | 11:00 AM | 5:30 PM (English)    2:00 PM (Ghana at St. Paul's)) 1:00 PM* | 3:30 PM* (Español) For the full Mass Schedule click here. Stewardship October—the beautiful month! Leaves start their wonderful changes of color and draw us out to see them wherever we can. Look at that … look at that! What kind of tree is that one? These are remarks we hear, especially when out driving. What a great artist God is. He understands all of the soft and hard media (colors, textures, perspective, and style, to mention a few) and He uses them in an expert manner. Are we grateful that we are privileged to see this in autumn each year? But then, He does a magnificent job in every season. If we let it, this can be a constant reminder to us to be grateful for our marvelous world, to care for it, and to share its wonder with others. Food for the Poor Thos with last names beginning with B, f, J, N, R, V or Z are invited to bring non-perishable foods to next weekend's Masses.

Feeling welcomed and connected to the community is a very important step in helping each person to commit to loving and serving each other. The opportunities to live and grow at Saint Anthony of Padua parish are far-reaching. We sincerely hope that the information you find in this web site is helpful to you. Please let us know if you find any errors or would like us to expand our content in certain areas. Thank you very much for visiting, and God Bless!

PARISH HOPES:

1.  Have everyone work for the passage of a comprehensive immigration reform bill.

2.  Support youth access to, and pursuit of, higher education.

3.  Develop unity among cultures and groups (i.e., united in ministry, prayer, and evangelization).

From the Pastor's Desk
August 29, 2010

Dear Friends:

Just to continue with the theme from last week, I am including the second paragraph from Canon 528 regarding the responsibilities of a pastor.  Please pray that I can fulfill them.

"The pastor is to take care that the blessed Eucharist is the center of the parish assembly of the faithful.  He is to strive to ensure that the faithful are nourished by the devout celebration of the sacraments, and in particular that they frequently approach the sacraments of the blessed Eucharist and penance.  He is to strive to lead them to prayer, including prayer in their families, and to take a live and active part in the sacred liturgy.  Under the authority of the diocesan Bishop, the pastor must direct this liturgy in his own parish, and he is bound to be on guard against abuses."

As I write this column, the teachers at Corpus Christi have finished their day of recollection to help them prepare for a new school year.  Please pray for them and for the students who will be beginning their classes again this next week.

God bless,

 

 

 

 

Fr. Kevin

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Computer Technology Center Ministry

Beginning in September, this Ministry will offer classes in Introduction to the PC and Windows, Word, Excel, Powerpoint, and the Internet.  Student registration forms are now available at the Parish Office.  Space is limited so please register early.

We are also looking for volunteer teachers and teacher aides.  The length of your commitment to the Ministry would vary, depending on your availability.  For more information, please call Lorni at 703-845-2824.  Classes will start on September 8, 2010.

September Senior Health-Spot Luncheon

Come join us for the September Senior Health-Spot Luncheon on Friday, September 10 (one week later than usual because of the holiday) at 12:30 PM, immediately following the Noon Mass.  The luncheon will be held in the Parish School, Room 12.  Bring a senior friend and plan to have a wonderful time.  If you need a ride, call Virginia Mullin at 703-820-7111 ext. 116.

Blood Pressure Clinic

On Sunday, September 12 from Noon to 4 PM we will have our blood pressure screening in Room 1 (Padua) of the Church.  For additional information, please call Virginia Mullin at 703-820-7111 ext. 116.

Men's Bible Study to Start September 13

Join our Men's Bible Study on Mndays from 7 to 9 PM beginning September 13 in Room 18 or Corpus Christi School.  All men of the parish are invited.

We will read, study and reflect on the most memorable teachings of Jesus delivered as parables in the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, and Luke.  "The Parables of the Kingdom" is a 12-week course that offers a glimpse into God's kingdom on earth and invites us to think about the parables in new and fresh ways.  All materials will be provided.  A donation of $20-25 will be accepted to cover the cost of books and video.  There is not need to register, but please contact Pete Recinto at 703-609=9429 or peterecinto@yahoo.com, or Joseph Agyemang at 703-975-6158 or jkaagyemang@gmail.com to reserve books.

Register Early for English Classes

Registration for the English Classes (ESL) will be held after the 1 and 3:30 PM Masses on Sunday, Sept. 5 and Sunday, Sept. 12.  There will also be registration after the 7 PM Mass on Tuesday, Sept. 7 and Thursday, Sept. 9.  Registration forms are available in the lobby of the Church.  Classes start Sept. 14 and end May 5.  The fee is $40 to cover the cost of books.  We are looking for volunteer teachers and aides.  If you are interested, please contact Guillermo Guevara at ggsands@gmail.com.

 

YOUTH NEWS

Nueva Vida (New Life) Overnight Retreat

Nueva Vida overnight retreat for Spanish-speaking girls, ages 13 to 18 will be held November 12 to 13 at Camp St. Charles.  The cost is $70 per youth.  We will be departing St. Anthony of Padua at 4 PM on November 12.  Anyone interested needs to sign up at the Youth Office or call 703-820-7111 ext. 105 or email ym@stanthonyparish.org.

Middle-School Service Camp a Success!

We had 13 youth participate in our service camp last week.  Everyday they learned how to live the Beatitudes:  they served the community by dancing with Seniors at St. Martin Senior Center, played bingo with Seniors at Goodwin House, and worked in the Parish Food Pantry distributing food.  Thanks to our young-adult and adult volunteers.

 

A Warm Welcome to New Parishioners

Registering at St. Anthony’s will help you become an active part of our Parish. It will allow you to help us financially by receiving and using envelopes, or giving electronically. It will also help us inform you of special events and activities pertaining to a wide variety of subjects. If you are registered and active, we are able to issue sponsor certificates or letters of recommendation. All you need to do is come by the Parish Office—Monday through Friday, 9 AM to 9 PM—and fill out a form.

Register in the Parish

A warm welcome is extended to new parishioners! New members can register at the Parish Office during office hours (9 AM to 9 PM, Monday—Friday, plus morning hours on most Saturdays and Sundays). You may also print the registration form from this web site and mail in your completed form; go to the registration page for more details. Parish registration is required for reception of the Sacraments (Baptism, Confirmation and Matrimony) and letters of eligibility to serve as godparent or sponsor or to confirm presence. It is also a great way to learn about the Parish and its many activities, as well as support the Parish and its ministries.

If you would like to participate in the monthly electronic giving to St. Anthony of Padua Parish please pick up a form at the office or download the Electronic Giving form, complete it, and mail it to the Parish Office at:

St. Anthony of Padua Parish
3305 Glen Carlyn Road
Falls Church, VA 22041

Registracion en la Parroquia

Sabemos que cada domingo son muchas las personas que atienden a nuestra Iglesia por primera vez, de aquí surge la necesidad de explicar algunos de los beneficios que ustedes adquieren por el hecho de registrarse en ella. Dicha registración es necesaria para recibir los sacramentos de Bautismo, Confirmación y Matrimonio, así como cartas para ser padrinos o para confirmar su asistencia a nuestra Iglesia, - cartas de Inmigración u otras semejantes -. Es también una forma de enterarse más acerca  de la parroquia y de sus actividades, así como el poder ayudar a la sostenimiento de la misma y sus ministerios. No existe ninguna razón para no hacerlo, incluso si es una persona indocumentada. El estatus migratorio no tiene que ver nada con la pertenencia a la Iglesia, ni le perjudicará en absoluto, al contrario, serán muchos los beneficios que usted tendrá si lo hace. Puedes hacerlo en la Oficina de la Parroquia, la cual está abierta de 9 AM a 9 PM, de lunes a viernes o durante la mañana del sábado y domingo. Si tienes acceso al Internet puedes hacerlo a través de este medio, buscando en la página de la parroquia la forma de registración que está al final de la misma.

Ministerio de Bienvenida

Download Registration Forms | Download the Electronic Giving Form

Snow / Inclement Weather Closings

St. Anthony of Padua Parish follows Fairfax County Public Schools policy regarding closings due to inclement weather. Cancellation of Religious Education Classes will be announced on the parish voicemail message by calling 703-820-7111 on Sunday mornings.