Douglas Richard Martin Born February 2, 1962, Doug Martin was the son of John R. (Bob) Martin and Mary Jane (Nairn) Martin, and was brother to Bob, Steve, Frank, Ed and Jane. Doug had a twin brother, David, who died shortly after birth. After growing up in Cumberland, Maryland and Shalimar, Florida, Doug graduated from Florida State University in 1983. He worked for the Department of Defense for 23 years, and was well respected by superiors and co-workers alike. Doug was a kind, hardworking man and loving husband and father. He was exceptionally strong in his faith and contributed significantly to his Catholic and home schooling communities. Numerous local and church activities were guided by Doug's gentle hand, including a men's retreat program, the Archdiocese of Baltimore marriage preparation program, and the 2006 Catholic Family Expo, a national conference promoting all aspects of Catholic family life. Doug was instrumental in providing a warm and happy home where friends and strangers were welcomed as family. His smile and gracious manner touched everyone he knew. He lived according to the wisdom of St. Francis: Preach the Gospel at all times; when necessary, use words. Amy Elizabeth Martin Amy loved life. She always had a smile on her face and a song in her heart. Whenever you needed encouragement, you could turn to her. She brought happiness with her wherever she went. Amy excelled at everything she did, from Irish step-dancing to teaching herself new languages. Not only did she love to learn, she loved to share her knowledge with others. All who knew her could identify something that she had taught them, whether intentionally or through example. Amy's faith was an inspiration to those who knew her. She was always willing to discuss her beliefs. Her openness led anyone who met her to trust her instinctively. Amy was a beautiful young lady well on her way in her walk with her best friend, Jesus Christ.

Guidelines for Receiving Holy Communion For Catholics We welcome Catholics to participate fully in the celebration of the Eucharist by receiving Holy Communion in fulfillment of Christ's command to eat His body and drink His blood. In order to be properly disposed to receive Communion, communicants should not be conscious of grave sin, have fasted for an hour and seek to live in charity and love with their neighbors. Those conscious of grave sin must first be reconciled with God and the Church through the sacrament of Penance. A frequent reception of the sacrament of Penance is encouraged for all. For Other Christians We welcome you to attend the celebration of the Eucharist, even though you are not fully united with us. It is a consequence of the sad divisions in Christianity that we cannot extend to you an invitation to receive Communion. Catholics believe that the Eucharist is an action of the celebrating community signifying a oneness in faith, life and worship of the community. Reception of Communion by Christians not fully united with us would imply a oneness which does not yet exist, and for which we must all pray. For Those Not Receiving Communion Those not receiving sacramental Communion are encouraged to express in their hearts a prayerful desire for unity with the Lord Jesus and with one another. For Non-Christians We also welcome to our Eucharistic celebration those who do not share our faith in Jesus. While we cannot extend to you an invitation to receive Communion, we do invite you to be united with us in prayer. We hold this sacrament and the presence of Christ as a precious gift for those who believe. Should you wish to come forward at communion time to receive the blessing of the Celebrant, we are happy to extend this blessing to you. The proper way to do this is to come forward, and instead of putting forth your hand to receive the Blessed Sacrament, simply make a slight bow before the Celebrant. When he sees that your hand is not out, he will bless you.