Verizon Center DC ArmoryPrincipal Celebrant: Principal Celebrant:
Donald Cardinal Wuerl Daniel Cardinal DiNardoArchbishop of Washington Archbishop of Galveston-Houston
Concelebrants:
Local and Visiting Cardinals,Bishops, Rectors and Priests
Friday, January 22, 2016
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Team Request!Please remain in your seats during today’s program and follow the directions of our purple-shirted ushers. If purchasing concessions, remember to observe the one-hour fast before Communion and please don’t visit any concessions during Mass.
Verizon CenterConfessions • 7:30 - 9:00 a.m.
Acela Club Restaurant (Level 2) Follow the ushers’ directions
CommunionFor low-gluten Communion, please head to the floor level via the aisle between sections
120 and 121 and look for the yellow and white umbrella
Directions to the National March for LifeVerizon Center attendees will have a police escort. Officers will shut down streets only at theclose of Mass. The route will be 1) South on 7th Street NW to Jefferson Drive SW2) West on Jefferson Drive, SW onto the National Mall at 15th Street and Constitution Avenue.
DC ArmoryConfessions • 7:00 - 9:00 a.m. Draped area behind the stage
Follow the ushers’ directions
CommunionFor low-gluten Communion, look for the yellow and white umbrella
Directions to the National March for LifeMetro: Exit the Armory, turn left and head toward the Metro entrance. Buses will not be allowed access to the Capitol area at this time due to security reasons. Take Metro to the Smithsonian stop for access to the National Mall.
The starting location for the March for Life is further away this year so walking is not recommended to reach the March on time.
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FoLLow us aLL year round at facebook.com/youthrallyandmassforlife
More details are at youthrallyandmassforlife.org, as well as:
• Join or start a pro-life club
• Program your local pregnancy helpline into your cellphone (you never know when you may need to share it)
• EducateyourpeersonchastityandChurchteaching on life
• Prayatanabortionclinic
• ParticipateinStudentsforLife
• Participateinstatepro-lifemarchesatyourstate capital
• ParticipateinyourstateCatholicConference’s Lobby day/night
• Planandparticipatein40DaysforLife
• Volunteer at a pregnancy center
• Be open and loving to teens in crisis and pray for mothers, fathers and unborn children
Share your #iStand4Life story and tell the world you’re at the #Mass4Life
FEEL FIRED UP FROM TODAY’S EVENT?.... .....Don’t let that fire burn out!
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The Holy RosaryThe Rosary is a form of prayer in which we meditate on the life, death and resurrection of our Lord.
In the Rosary we meditate on Christ as we ask for the Blessed Mother to pray for us.
The Apostles’ CreedI believe in God, the Father almighty, Creator of heaven and earth, and in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord, who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died and was buried; he descended into hell; on the third day he rose again from the dead; he ascended into heaven, and is seated at the right hand of God the Father almighty; from there he will come to judge the living and the dead. I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy Catholic Church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and life everlasting. Amen.
The Our FatherOur Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name; thy kingdom come, thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. Amen.
The Hail MaryHail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee; blessed art thou among women, and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus. Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners now and at the hour of our death. Amen.
The Glory BeGlory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit, as it was in the beginning is now and ever shall be, world without end. Amen.
The Fatima PrayerO my Jesus, forgive us our sins, save us from the fires of hell, lead all souls to heaven especially those who are in most need of thy mercy.
The Hail, Holy QueenHail, holy Queen, mother of mercy, our life, our sweetness and our hope. To thee do we cry, poor banished children of Eve; to thee do we send up our sighs, mourning and weeping in this valley of tears. Turn, then, most gracious advocate, thine eyes of mercy toward us; and after this, our exile, show unto us the blessed fruit of thy womb, Jesus. O clement, O loving, O sweet Virgin Mary. Pray for us, O holy Mother of God. That we may be made worthy of the promises of Christ.
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Meditations for the Rosary
The Sorrowful Mysteries
The Agony of Jesus in the Garden Jesus went to a place called Gethsemane to pray. “My Father, if it is possible, let this cup pass from me; yet, not as I will, but as you will.” (Mt 26:36-46)
• When you are having doubts and thoughts of loneliness do you turn to God?
• How can you accept God’s will as your own?
The Scourging at the Pillar The chief priests with the elders and the scribes held a council. They bound Jesus, led him away, and handed him over to Pilate. Pilate, wishing to satisfy the crowd, had Jesus scourged and handed him over to be crucified. (Mk 15:1-16)
• How have you let pressures from society interfere with your relationship with Christ?
• As a follower of Christ, are you willing to be persecuted in his name?
Jesus is Crowned with Thorns They stripped off his clothes and threw a scarlet military cloak about him. Weaving a crown out of thorns, they placed it on his head, and a reed in his right hand. And kneeling before him, they mocked him, saying, “Hail, King of the Jews!” (Mt 27:27-31)
• How can we stand by those who are persecuted?
• Do you follow Jesus without reservation?
Jesus Carried the Cross Jesus, weak from being beaten, was unable to carry His cross to Golgotha alone. Simon, a Cyrenian, helped him. (Mk 15:20-22)
• Do you allow Jesus to share the burden of your cross?
• How can you walk with others in the midst of their hardships?
The Crucifixion of our Lord When they came to the place called the Skull, they crucified him and the criminals there, one on his right, the other on his left. Jesus said, “Father, forgive them, they know not what they do.” (Lk 23:33-46)
• How can we embody God’s mercy in difficult situations?
• Are we aware of the consequences of our actions?
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The Order of the Mass
Introductory Rites
Entrance SongsBECAuSE HE LIVES
I believe in the SonI believe in the risen OneI believe I overcomeBy the power of His blood
Amen, AmenI’m alive, I’m aliveBecause He lives
Amen, AmenLet my song join the one that never endsBecause He lives
I was dead in the graveI was covered in sin and shameI heard mercy call my nameHe rolled the stone away
Because He livesI can face tomorrowBecause He livesEvery fear is goneI know He holdsMy life my future in His hands
Matt Maher © 2014 S. D. G. Publishing (Admin. by Capitol CMG Publishing)
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ONE THING REMAINS
Your love never failsIt never gives upNever runs out on me
Your love never failsIt never gives upNever runs out on me
Your love never failsIt never gives upNever runs out on meYour love
Higher than the mountains that I faceStronger than the power of the graveConstant in the trial and the changeThis one thing remainsThis one thing remains
On and on and on and on it goesIt overwhelms and satisfies my soulAnd I never ever have to be afraidThis one thing remainsThis one thing remains
In death and in lifeI’m confident and coveredBy the power of your great loveMy debt is paid, there’s nothing thatCan separate my heart from your great love
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OuR GOD IS HERE
Here in this time, here in this placeHere we are standing face to faceHere in our hearts, here in our livesOur God is here
Here for the broken, here for the strongHere in this temple we belongHere in our hearts, here in our livesOur God is hereAnd we cry
Holy! Holy! Holy are youWe cry: Holy! Holy! Holy and trueAmen, we do believe our God is hereOur God is here
CCLI Song # 4511377 Chris Muglia © 2001 spiritandsong.com
HOLY IS THE LORD
Holy is the Lord, God AlmightyThe earth is filled with His gloryHoly is the Lord, God AlmightyThe earth is filled with His glory
We stand and lift up our handsFor the joy of the Lord is our strengthWe bow down and worship Him nowHow great, how awesome is HeAnd together we singEveryone sing
And it’s rising up, all aroundIt’s the anthem of the Lord’s renownAnd it’s rising up, all aroundIt’s the anthem of the Lord’s renownAnd together we singEveryone sing
Here in the Word, God is revealedHere where the wounded can be healedHere in our hearts, here in our livesOur God is here
Here we become what we receiveHere in this Eucharistic feastWe are his body, living as oneOur God is hereAnd we cry
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Introductions at Verizon Center and DC Armory
Greeting In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. R./ Amen. Peace be with you. R./ And with your spirit.
Penitential Act
CollectLiturgy of the Word
First Reading • Primera Lectura Jeremiah 1:4-10(in English)
Lectura del libro del profeta Jeremías
En tiempo de Josías, el Señor me dirigió estas palabras:“Desde antes de formarte en el seno materno, te conozco; desde antes de que nacieras, te consagré profeta para las naciones”.
Yo le contesté: “Pero, Señor mío, yo no sé expresarme, porque apenas soy un muchacho”.El Señor me dijo: “No digas que eres un muchacho, pues irás a donde yo te envíe y dirás lo que yo te mande. No tengas miedo, porque yo estoy contigo para protegerte”, palabra del Señor.
El Señor extendió entonces su brazo, con su mano me tocó la boca y me dijo: “Desde hoy pongo mis palabras en tu boca y te doy autoridad sobre pueblos y reyes, para que arranques y derribes, para que destruyas y deshagas, para que edifiques y plantes”.
The word of the Lord. R./ Thanks be to God.
Responsorial Psalm (sung, led by cantor) Psalm 40
R./ Here am I Lord: here am I, Lord. I come to do your will.
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Second Reading • Segunda Lectura Romans 12:1-2 (in Spanish at the Verizon Center)
A reading from the Letter of Saint Paul to the Romans I urge you, brothers and sisters, by the mercies of God, to offer your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God, your spiritual worship.
Do not conform yourselves to this age but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and pleasing and perfect.
Palabra del Señor. R./ Te alabamos Señor.
Acclamation Before the Gospel: Mass of Restoration
The Lord be with you. R./ And with your spirit.
A reading from the holy Gospel according to Matthew. R./ Glory to you, O Lord.
Gospel • Evangelio Matthew 19:16-22(in English)
Ahora, alguien se le acercó y le dijo: “Maestro bueno, ¿qué debo hacer para alcanzar la vida eterna?”Él le respondió: “¿Por qué me preguntas acerca de lo bueno? Sólo hay Uno que es bueno. Si quieres entrar en la vida, guarda los mandamientos”.Él le preguntó: “¿Cuáles” Y Jesús le respondió: “’No matarás; no cometerás adulterio; no robarás; no darás falso testimonio; honra a tu padre ya tu madre ‘, y’. amarás a tu prójimo como a ti mismo’”.El joven le dijo: “Todo esto lo he guardado. ¿Qué más me falta?”Jesús dijo a él: “Si quieres ser perfecto, anda, vende lo que tienes y dáselo a los pobres, y tendrás tesoro en el cielo. Luego ven y sígueme”.Cuando el joven oyó estas palabras, se fue triste, porque tenía muchas posesiones.
The Gospel of the Lord. R./ Praise to you, Lord Jesus Christ.
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Homily (Verizon Center) Reverend Chris Seith Parochial Vicar, Our Lady of Mercy, Potomac, Md.
Homily (DC Armory) Reverend Pawel SassPastor, Our Lady Queen of Peace, Washington, D.C.
Prayer of the Faithful
For our Holy Father Pope Francis, our bishops, our priests, our seminarians and all those called to religious vocations, that the Lord will continue to give them the strength to profess the dignity of all life: We pray to the Lord. R./ Lord, hear our prayer.
For the Supreme Court, our politicians and all those in authoritative offices that they might experience a change of heart that encompasses the dignity of all human life and, inspired by wisdom and prudence, promote and protect life: We pray to the Lord. R./ Lord, hear our prayer.
For an end to terrorism, war, abortion, infanticide, capital punishment, euthanasia, child abuse, human cloning, embryonic stem cell research and all forms of violence in the world: We pray to the Lord. R./ Lord, hear our prayer.
For all young people gathered at the Verizon Center and the Armory in support of life in all its stages, that the grace of God will strengthen us as we proclaim the dignity of all persons: We pray to the Lord. R./ Lord, hear our prayer.
For parents receiving a prenatal diagnosis of disability, we ask that they trust in the Lord and be faithful protectors to all their children, born and unborn: We pray to the Lord. R./ Lord, hear our prayer.
For the healing of all women, men, and children wounded by abortion, that they might turn to Mary Our Lady of Sorrows, and experience the consolation of her loving embrace: We pray to the Lord. R./ Lord, hear our prayer.
For an increase in religious vocations and receptivity to God’s call and intervention in our lives:We pray to the Lord. R./ Lord, hear our prayer.
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For our youth that we may work towards exercising the values of chastity and purity, so that we might inspire an increase in holy marriages: We pray to the Lord. R./ Lord, hear our prayer.
For our faithful departed, especially the unborn, and those whose voices are silenced by society, that the Lord will raise them up to eternal life: We pray to the Lord. R./ Lord, hear our prayer.
Liturgy of the Eucharist
Preparation of the Offerings HOLY SPIRIT YOu ARE WELCOME HERE
There’s nothing worth moreThat would ever come closeNo thing can compareYou’re our living hopeYour presence, Lord
I’ve tasted and seenOf the sweetest of lovesWhere my heart becomes freeAnd my shame is undoneYour presence, Lord
Holy Spirit, You are welcome hereCome flood this placeAnd fill the atmosphere
Your glory God is what our hearts long forTo be overcome by Your presence Lord
Let us become more aware of your presenceLet us experience the glory of your goodness
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ALL THE POOR AND POWERLESS
All the poor and powerlessAnd all the lost and lonelyAll the thieves will come confessAnd know that You are holyAnd know that You are holy
And all will sing out HallelujahAnd we will cry out HallelujahAnd all will sing out HallelujahAnd we will cry out Hallelujah
All the hearts who are contentAnd all who feel unworthyAnd all who hurt with nothing leftWill know that You are holy
Shout it, go on scream it from the mountainsGo on and tell it to the masses that He is God
And we will sing out HallelujahAnd we will cry out HallelujahAnd we will sing out Hallelujah, God
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GIVE uS YOuR PEACE
Give us Your peace, O GodGive us Your peace, Your peaceGive us Your peace, O GodGive us Your peace, Your peace
When we’re afraid, running from TruthGather us back to YouTake every fear and fill our heartsGive us Your peace, O God
When we tired, weary and wornTake us into Your armsWhere there is no needThere is no wantGive us Your peace, O God
Lord, we belong to You aloneShow us the way back homeInto Your light, Into Your loveGive us Your peace, O God
Jesse Manibusan | Sarah Hart © 2009 spiritandsong.com
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Prayer Over the Offerings
Pray, brothers and sisters, that my sacrifice and yours may be acceptable to God, the almighty Father.
R./ May the Lord accept the sacrifice at your hands for the praise and glory of his name, for our good and the good of all his holy Church.
Preface
The Lord be with you. R./ And with your spirit.
Lift up your hearts. R./ We lift them up to the Lord.
Let us give thanks to the Lord our God. R./ It is right and just.
Sanctus
Holy, Holy, Holy Lord God of hosts. Heaven and earth are full of your glory. Hosanna in the highest. Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord. Hosanna in the highest. Hosanna in the highest.
The Mystery of Faith
When we eat this Bread and drink this Cup, we proclaim your Death, O Lord, until you come again. O Lord, until you come again. O Lord, until you come again.
Great Amen
Amen, Amen, Amen, Amen Singing Amen, Amen, Amen
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R./ Lord, I am not worthy that you should enter under my roof, but only say the word and my soul shall be healed.
Communion Songs
10,000 REASONS
Bless the Lord, O my soul, O my soul Worship His holy name Sing like never before, O my soul I’ll worship Your holy name.
The sun comes up it’s a new day dawning It’s time to sing Your song again Whatever may pass and whatever lies before me Let me be singing when the evening comes.
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Communion Rite
Lord’s Prayer (sung) Sign of Peace
The peace of the Lord be with you always. R./ And with your spirit.
Lamb of God Lamb of God, you take away the sins of all the world, miserere nobis Lamb of God, you take away the sins of all the world, miserere nobis Agnus Dei, you take away the sins of all the world, dona nobis pacem
(Celebrant) Behold the Lamb of God, behold him who takes away the sins of the world. Blessed are those called to the supper of the Lamb.
You’re rich in love and You’re slow to anger Your name is great and Your heart is kind For all Your goodness I will keep on singing Ten thousand reasons for my heart to find.
And on that day when my strength is failing The end draws near and my time has come Still my soul will sing Your praise unending Ten thousand years and then forevermore!
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GOOD GOOD FATHER
I’ve heard a thousand stories Of what they think You’re like But I’ve heard the tender whisper Of love in the dead of night And You tell me that You’re pleased And that I’m never alone You’re a good good Father It’s who You are It’s who You are It’s who You are
And I’m loved by You It’s who I am It’s who I am It’s who I am
I’ve seen many searching For answers far and wide But I know we’re all searching For answers only You provide Because You know just what we need Before we say a word
You are perfect in all of Your ways You are perfect in all of Your ways You are perfect in all of Your ways to us
Love so undeniable I, I can hardly speak Peace so unexplainable I, I can hardly think As you call me deeper still As you call me deeper still As you call me deeper still Into love, love, love
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LORD I NEED YOu
Lord, I come, I confess Bowing here I find my rest Without You I fall apart You’re the One that guides my heart
Lord, I need You Oh, I need You Every hour I need You My one defense My righteousness Oh God, how I need You
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HERE I AM, LORD
I, the Lord of sea and sky, I have heard My people cry All who dwell in dark and sin, My hand will save I who made the stars of night, I will make their darkness bright Who will bear My light to them? Whom shall I send?
Here I am Lord, Is it I, Lord? I have heard You calling in the night I will go Lord, if You lead me I will hold Your people in my heart
I, the Lord of snow and rain, I have borne my people’s pain I have wept for love of them, They turn away I will break their hearts of stone, Give them hearts for love alone. I will speak My word to them, Whom shall I send?
I, the Lord of wind and flame, I will tend the poor and lame I will set a feast for them, My hand will save Finest bread I will provide, Til their hearts be satisfied I will give My life to them, Whom shall I send?
Text: Based on Isaiah 6. Text and music © 1981, OCP Publications. All rights reserved.
Where sin runs deep Your grace is more Where grace is found is where You are And where You are Lord, I am free Holiness is Christ in me
Teach my song to rise to You When temptation comes my way And when I cannot stand I’ll fall on You Jesus, You’re my hope and stay
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Schola of Saint John Paul II Seminary (Verizon Center)
Schola of Dominican House of Studies (DC Armory)
Guidelines for Receiving Holy Communion (United States Conference of Catholic Bishops)
For Catholics As Catholics, we fully participate in the celebration of the Eucharist when we receive Holy Communion. We are encouraged to receive Communion devoutly and frequently. In order to be properly disposed to receive Communion, participants should not be conscious of grave sin and normally should have fasted for one hour. A person who is conscious of grave sin is not to receive the Body and Blood of the Lord without prior sacramental confession except for a grave reason where there is no opportunity for confession. In this case, the person is to be mindful of the obligation to make an act of perfect contrition, including the intention of confessing as soon as possible (canon 916). A frequent reception of the Sacrament of Penance is encouraged for all.
For our fellow Christians We welcome our fellow Christians to this celebration of the Eucharist as our brothers and sisters. We pray that our common baptism and the action of the Holy Spirit in this Eucharist will draw us closer to one another and begin to dispel the sad divisions which separate us. We pray that these will lessen and finally disappear, in keeping with Christ’s prayer for us “that they may all be one” (Jn 17:21).
Because Catholics believe that the celebration of the Eucharist is a sign of the reality of the oneness of faith, life, and worship, members of those churches with whom we are not yet fully united are ordinarily not admitted to Holy Communion. Eucharistic sharing in exceptional circumstances by other Christians requires permission according to the directives of the diocesan bishop and the provisions of canon law (canon 844 § 4). Members of the Orthodox Churches, the Assyrian Church of the East, and the Polish National Catholic Church are urged to respect the discipline of their own Churches. According to Roman Catholic discipline, the Code of Canon Law does not object to the reception of communion by Christians of these Churches (canon 844 § 3).
For those not receiving Holy CommunionAll who are not receiving Holy Communion are encouraged to express in their hearts a prayerful desire for unity with the Lord Jesus and with one another.
For non-ChristiansWe also welcome to this celebration those who do not share our faith in Jesus Christ. While we cannot admit them to Holy Communion, we ask them to offer their prayers for the peace and the unity of the human family.
Prayer After Communion
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Concluding Rites
Pontifical Blessing
The Lord be with you. R./And with your spirit.
Blessed be the name of the Lord. R./Now and forever.
Our help is in the name of the Lord. R./Who made heaven and earth.
May almighty God bless you, + the Father,and + the Son, and + the Holy Spirit. R./Amen.
Dismissal
Go in peace, glorifying the Lord by your life. R./Thanks be to God.
RecessionalLOVE WILL HEAL
Who knew there’d be a day Where we’d have to fight for this To be the voice of righteousness To speak for those unheard
For all our beating hearts Began in the same love No one should take away from us The simple right to live
Hear our voice We are one We will fight until we’ve won
Love will heal every heart We will fight until we’ve won until we’ve won
Our history is burdened by all the violence The hatred and defiance of The love for which we’re made
But we are here to be the ears for the broken The voice for those unspoken The future can be peace
Only love can change hearts Let your peace be the spark
Today is the day where we will fight for this Be the voice of righteousness Speak for those unheard
By PJ Anderson 2015
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YOuR GRACE IS ENOuGH
Great is your faithfulness, O God You wrestle with the sinner’s restless heart You lead us by still waters into mercy Where nothing can keep us apart
Remember your people Remember your children Remember your promise, O God
Your grace is enough Your grace is enough Your grace is enough for me!
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WHOM SHALL I FEAR
You hear me when I call You are my morning song Though darkness fills the night It cannot hide the light Whom shall I fear?
You crush the enemy Underneath my feet You are my sword and shield Though troubles linger still Whom shall I fear?
I know who goes before me I know who stands behind The God of angel armies Is always by my side
The One who reigns forever He is a friend of mine The God of angel armies Is always by my side
Great is your love and justice God of Jacob You use the weak to lead the strong You lead us in the song of Your salvation And all Your people sing along
Remember your people Remember your children Remember your promise, O God
My strength is in Your name For You alone can save You will deliver me Yours is the victory Whom shall I fear? Whom shall I fear?
And nothing formed against me shall stand You hold the whole world in Your hands I’m holding on to Your promises You are faithful, You are faithful
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AcknowledgementsThanks to all of you who joined us here today. Thanks for praying, marching and witnessing to the great gift of human life! A special thanks to the rally team and all who made today possible. Since this is a FREE event (without even a collection!), all related costs must be covered by other means. Any donations to help cover the cost of this program will be greatly appreciated. Please send your gift to: Archdiocese of Washington, Department of Life Issues, P.O. Box 29260, Washington DC 20017.
We would like to acknowledge the youth from the following parishes and schools who have assisted in making this event possible: the Archdiocese of Washington Youth Leadership Team, the Diocese of Savannah and Our Lady of Good Counsel High School in Olney.
Thank You to the Verizon Center, the DC Armory and Others
Our enthusiastic gratitude goes out to the great staff at the Verizon Center and the DC Armory for their kindness and generosity in helping to make the Youth Rally and Mass for Life possible. We especially thank Mr. David Touhey, Mr. John Winkert and Mr. Sergio Fresco at the Verizon Center and Mr. Derrick Mays and Mrs. Adelle Bland at the DC Armory for all of their assistance. Thank you to the Metropolitan Police Department and the Metro Police for ensuring the safety of today’s events.
Thank you to Look What We Did Productions for their assistance with the production of the event and for designing the pre-rally video program and EWTN for their coverage of our event.
Thank You to Our Donors
The Archdiocese of Washington would like to sincerely thank the following donors for their major sponsorship of the 2016 Youth Rally and Mass for Life:
Dr. and Mrs. Matthew D. Lee • Mr. and Mrs. Scott Turicchi • Mrs. Sandra McMurtrie
Thank you to the Rally Team
The Secretariats for Pastoral Ministry and Social Concerns, Communications, Education, Finance and Administration, Ministerial Leadership and the Office of General Counsel.
Thank you to the many volunteers who helped to make this event a success.
Thank You to our Masters of Ceremony and Musicians
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VERIzON CENTERSteve Angrisano
Steve is a veteran musician, composer and youth leader. He’s been featured at major youth events nationally and internationally, including World Youth Days, National Catholic Youth Conferences and countless parish, school, and diocesan events in more than 200 dioceses. He has emcee’d the Youth Rally and Mass for Life in Washington, DC many times, bringing his unique blend of humor, song, story and interaction to each event.
PJ Anderson and BandPJ Anderson is a Christian singer and songwriter currently residing in Nashville with his wife and children. PJ learned to play guitar from a nun, Sister Charita, in 5th grade. After college, he was a youth minister and played in worship bands until he made the move from Chicago to Nashville. PJ now travels the country inspiring youth, playing concerts, leading worship at conferences and retreats and encouraging youth through his prayerful form of worship. He has led music at Mega-Workshops at the National Catholic Youth Conference (NCYC) as well as leading worship at Catholic Heart Work Camp (CHWC) for the past six summers.
DC ARMORY
Bill LageDJ Bill Lage’s vision is to challenge all youth to make their homes, parishes and lives better through the events he emcee’s. He can be found around the country kicking off a youth rally, speaking and connecting with youth through personal stories and performing high-energy interactive concerts. Bill grew up in North Dakota, but has enjoyed life in Minnesota and continues to live in the northwestern part of the Twin Cities with his wife Heather and son Austin.
Full Armor Band
Full Armor Band features Tara Lakeman, Douglas Q. Hutchings, Francis Zelinka, Darlene Zelinka, Matt Juliano and Brandon Morrison. In 2008 they performed for Pope Benedict XVI’s youth rally in New York City in front of 25,000 young people. Today, Full Armor continues to share their music and ministry at parish and diocesan concerts and conferences nationally. Their greatest joy is seeing God change the lives of the young people with whom they get to share in ministry.
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