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OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP SYRO MALABAR CATHOLIC MISSION OF GREATER WASHINGTON
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Website: www.syromalabargw.org
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From the Pastor’s Desk
Beloved OLPH family members,
On September 14, we celebrate the Feast of the Exaltation of the Cross. This feast traces its origin to Jerusalem and the dedication of the church built on the site of Mount Calvary in AD 335. Emperor Constantine legalized Christianity and authorized excavation of some of the holy sites of Christ’s life. By the fifth century, pieces of crosses were uncovered by Constantine’s mother, Helena. A miraculous healing took place when a sick woman was touched with one piece, proof that it was a section of the actual cross of Christ.
But the meaning of the cross is deep. During Jesus’ time, Romans used crucifixion as a sign that they were in power. Anyone who was a threat to the throne was rendered powerless, and humiliated by being hung on a cross. However, Jesus’ death transformed the shameful cross into a sign of triumph and victory, a story of salvation, and the most powerful weapon against evil. During our suffering let us look up to the Cross, and as we make the Sign of the Cross, let us remember what the cross stands for, in our life.
On September 15, we commemorate the Feast of Our Lady of Sorrows. Mother Mary stood at the foot of the cross - she stands by us too in times of our sorrow.
With love,RoyachanRev. Fr. Roy MoolechalilOLPH Mission Director
Day Time Worship Service
Readings
Saturday, September 12, 2020
9:30 AM Adoration & Rosary
Reading 1: 2 Peter 3:8-13Gospel: Mt 13: 44-5110:00 AM Holy Mass
10:45 AMOLPH
Novena
Sunday, September 13, 2020
9:30 AM Adoration & Rosary
Reading 1: Deut 7:7-11Reading 2: Is 30:18-26Reading 3: 2 Thess 2:14-3:3Gospel: Mt 13:1-9,18-23
10:00 AM Holy Mass in Malayalam
Monday to Friday6:30 PM Adoration &
Rosary Click here to see readings
7:00 PM Holy Mass in Malayalam
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Weekly Holy Mass and Services
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Sunday Masses are open to the public at Mother of God Community Gym 20501 Goshen Rd, Gaithersburg, MD 20879
DATE DAILY MASS READINGS
Monday, September 14, 2020
Reading 1: Num 21:4-9
Reading 2: Is 42:13-17
Reading 3: 1 Cor1:18-25
Gospel: Luke 24:13-27
Tuesday, September 15, 2020Reading 1: 2 Peter 3:1-7
Gospel: Mt 23:29-36
Wednesday, September 16, 2020Reading 1: 1 Thess 4:13-18
Gospel: Mt 24:29-36
Thursday, September 17, 2020Reading 1: 1 Tim 1:12-17
Gospel: Mt 25:31-40
Friday, September 18, 2020Reading 1: 2 Tim 2:1-7
Gospel: Lk 4:31-37
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WEEKDAY MASS READINGS
DATE ROSARY LEADERS DAILY BIBLE READINGS
Sunday, September 13, 2020 TBD Jeremiah 14-17
Monday, September 14, 2020 Rex & Mini Family Jeremiah 18-22
Tuesday, September 15, 2020 Sajeev & Pushpa Family Jeremiah 23-25
Wednesday, September 16, 2020 Binoy & Liz Family Jeremiah 26-29
Thursday, September 17, 2020 Manoj & Mariat Family Jeremiah 30-31
Friday, September 18, 2020 Sandeep & Pinkle Family Jeremiah 32-34
Saturday, September 19, 2020Roby & Selin
Family Jeremiah 35-37
Weekly Schedule
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St. Joseph of Cupertino
SEPTEMBER 19
St. Januarius
THIS WEEKSAINTS OF
St. Gabriel Dufresse
SEPTEMBER 14
St. Robert Bellarmine
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St. Cornelius
SEPTEMBER 17
St. Notburga
SEPTEMBER 16
St. Nicomedes
SEPTEMBER 15
“For where two or three meet in my name, I am there among them (Mathew 18:20)”. Prayer is simply talking to God. Prayer is the only direct contact we have with God. Family prayer is the time we thank God for all He has done for us. Although praying alone is important, praying with a group of people is stronger and comes with many benefits.
Family prayer teaches kids to trust in God. Ever since I was young, my family and I would always pray together. When a family begins to pray together as the children are young, this establishes a routine. “Actions speak louder than words”. Kids need to see their parents praying in order to understand that they too can have a relationship with God. Having this routine started at a young age instills in the kids to always pray. Since my parents made it a routine for my brother and I to pray every night as a family, I can proudly say I have a strong relationship with God.
Praying as a family not only enhances your personal relationship with God but your personal relationships in life. The bond between you and the members of your family grows stronger each time you pray together because God is there protecting your family and bringing you closer to one another. You can create a safe space during family prayer which always opens you to one another. In my family, before we start praying we all like to talk about our day and what we did. This safe space gives all of us a chance to openly talk about how we feel and helps us get closer and have a more intimate family prayer with God.
I strongly recommend praying the two prayers below everyday along with the family prayer:
Prayer to St. Joseph: Saint Joseph, father and guardian of virgins, into whose faithful keeping were entrusted Innocency itself, Christ Jesus, and Mary, the Virgin of virgins, I pray and beseech thee through Jesus and Mary, those pledges so dear to thee, to keep me from all uncleanness, and to grant that my mind may be untainted, my heart pure and my body chaste; help me always to serve Jesus and Mary in perfect chastity. Amen.
Prayer to St. Michael the Archangel: St. Michael the Archangel, defend us in battle. Be our defense against the wickedness and snares of the devil. May God rebuke him, we humbly pray, and do thou, O Prince of the heavenly hosts, by the power of God, thrust into hell Satan, and all the evil spirits, who prowl about the world seeking the ruin of souls. Amen
“A Family That Prays Together, Stays Together” - Mother Teresa
The Importance of Family Prayer by Karen Boby
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MOST REV. MAR PAUL CHITTILAPILLY
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Most Rev. Mar Paul Chittilapilly (86) Bishop Emeritus of Thamarasserry
Syro Malabar diocese.
May his soul Rest in Peace
Born: February 7, 1934Died: September 6, 2020
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Obituary
Most Rev. Mar Joseph Chennoth
1943-2020
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Born: October 13, 1943
Died: September 8, 2020
Most Rev. Mar Joseph Chennoth (76), Archbishop belonging to the Archdiocese of Ernakulam
Apostolic Nuncio to Japan.
May his soul Rest in Peace
Obituary
GET TO KNOW AN OLPH FAMILY
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George is from Edathua, Alappuzha and Valsa is from Kainakary, Alappuzha. They immigrated to USA in 1972. In India, George worked in Tarapur Atomic Power Station, India's first nuclear power plant near Bombay, and Valsa worked as a Teacher in the Tarapur Central School. After working in New York and New Jersey, they moved to Potomac, Maryland in 1980. George retired after working as a Senior Nuclear Engineer in Nuclear Regulatory Commission and Valsa re t i red a f t e r work i n g a s a Respiratory Therapist in Suburban Hospital.
Their son, Biju is married to Allison, and they got a daughter Addison.
Their daughter, Becky is married to Chris, and they have two boys Lucas and Peter.
George & Valsa Peedikayil
Biju
Becky
Something you love about the OLPH community:- Able to keep the Kerala
re l i g i ou s t r ad i t i on and culture.
Favorite Bible verse:- “Love your neighbour as you
love yourself” Mark 12:31
Favorite family vacation spot:- Kerala and Outer Banks , NC
Favorite family activity:- Family get-togethers
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Riya Roy
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