November 29, 2015 - Holy Family Catholic Church | Dale City, VA

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Holy Family Catholic Church 14160 Ferndale Road Dale City, VA 22193

November 29, 2015 CLERGY Pastor………..…………...Rev. Gerard Creedon Parochial Vicars………...Rev. Alexander Diaz Amaya Rev. John T. O’Hara Permanent Deacons……Mr. Vincent Einsmann Mr. Joseph L. Santiago Mr. Helio Gomez In Residence……………Rev. Bjorn C. Lundberg

PARISH INFORMATION MASS SCHEDULE Saturday Vigil

5:00 PM (Folk Choir) 6:30 PM (Misa en Español) Sunday………………… 7:30 AM (Cantor) 9:00 AM (Solemn Mass) 10:30 AM (Children’s Mass) 12:30 PM (Misa en Español) Monday-Friday…………7:00 & 9:00 AM Saturday…………………9:00 AM First Friday…………….. 7:00 PM Federal Holidays……… 9:00 AM RECONCILIATION (Confesiones) Friday…………………… 7:00-7:30 P.M. First Friday……………… 6:30-7:00 P.M. Saturday………………… 8:30-9:00 AM & 4:00-4:30 PM EXPOSITION OF THE MOST BLESSED SACRAMENT

Wednesday………………9:30 AM -7:00 PM Benediction First Friday………………7:30 PM -8:30 AM Saturday

Telephone……………….. 703-670-8161 Fax ………………………... 703-670-8323 Web Site: holyfamilycatholicchurchdalecity.org E-mail

[email protected]

Office Hours: Mon-Fri………………….. 9:00 AM—5:00 PM Saturday………………….9:00 AM—5:00 PM Sunday……………………9:00 AM—2:00 PM

Holy Family Catholic School Principal…………………. Mrs. Sarah Chevlin Preschool Director………Mrs. Judi Peacott Office Manager…………..Mrs. Kathy Murphy Telephone……………….. 703-670-3138

NEW PARISHIONERS and those with address changes….Welcome to Holy Family Catholic Church! We are very pleased to have you join as a parish member. Simply fill out the information below and return it to us and we will contact you. God Bless, Fr. Gerry Creedon

Name:_____________________________________ Home Phone:_________________ Cell# :________________ Address:________________________________________ City:______________ St:______ Zip Code:__________

El Rinconcito del Padre Estimados Feligreses, El Obispo Eusebio Elizondo, Director del Comité de Migración de la Conferencia Estadounidense de Obispos Católicos (USCCB), emitió una declaración sobre la crisis de los refugiados durante la Asamblea General anual del Obispo. Usted encontrará la declaración completa en nuestro sitio web de la parroquia.

PASTOR’S CORNER Dear Parishioners, Bishop Eusebio Elizondo, Chairman of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops’ (USCCB) Committee on Migration, issued a statement on the refugee crisis during the Bishops’ annual General Assembly. You will find the full statement on our parish Website.

"En lugar de utilizar esta tragedia para chivo expiatorio de todos los refugiados, hago un llamado a nuestros funcionarios públicos a trabajar juntos para poner fin al conflicto Sirio pacíficamente para que el cerca de 4 millones de refugiados Sirios puedan regresar a su país y reconstruir sus hogares. Hasta que se logre ese objetivo, debemos trabajar con la comunidad internacional para proporcionar refugio seguro para los refugiados vulnerables y merecidos que simplemente están tratando de sobrevivir.

“Instead of using this tragedy to scapegoat all refugees, I call upon our public officials to work together to end the Syrian conflict peacefully so the close to 4 million Syrian refugees can return to their country and rebuild their homes. Until that goal is achieved, we must work with the world community to provide safe haven to vulnerable and deserving refugees who are simply attempting to survive.

Como una gran nación, los Estados Unidos debe demostrar liderazgo durante esta crisis y unir a las naciones para proteger a los que están en peligro y poner fin a los conflictos en el Medio Oriented.”

As a great nation, the United States must show leadership during this crisis and bring nations together to protect those in danger and bring an end to the conflicts in the Middle East."

Mientras que el terrorismo perturba nuestro sentido de seguridad no se debe permitir a debilitar nuestros valores fundamentales como Iglesia o nación. Nuestro deber de acoger al extranjero vulnerable es tan antiguo como Mateo 24 y tan sagrado como la Fiesta de Acción de Gracias.

While terrorism disturbs our sense of security it should not be allowed to shake our core values as a church or nation. Our duty to welcome the vulnerable stranger is as ancient as Matthew 24 and as hallowed as the Feast of Thanksgiving.

Mientras que lloramos por las víctimas de la violencia en todo el mundo, todavía tomamos el tiempo para dar gracias por la vida, la libertad y la búsqueda de la felicidad, la promesa de nuestros fundadores, y oramos y trabajamos por la paz.

While we mourn the victims of violence throughout the world we still take time to give thanks for life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness, the promise of our founders; and we pray and work for Peace.

Bendiciones,

Padre Gerardo P.D. Familias están invitadas a encender la vela de la corona de adviento durante las misas; llame a la oficina para apuntarse y también vístase en su traje tradicional.

Blessings, Fr. Gerry Creedon PS. Families are asked to light the Wreath during the Advent Masses; call the office to sign up and wear your traditional dress when appropriate.

Nuevos Feligreses y Feligreses con Cambio de dirección ¡Bienvenido a la Iglesia la Sagrada Familia! Estamos muy contentos que se van a inscribir como miembro de la parroquia. Favor de llenar la siguiente información y devuélvalo a la oficina y nos pondremos en contacto con usted. Nombre:_________________________________ Teléfono (Casa):______________ Teléfono Celular:________________

Dirección:______________________________________ Ciudad:______________ Edo:____ Código Postal:______

Annual Pastor Report Dear Holy Family Parishioners, In the season of thanksgiving it is good to look back at the past year; 2015 was the year we took action to extend our facilities. 





Together with architect Peter Juanpere, we developed a plan to extend our entrance and add critically needed meeting space. We backed up our project with a fundraising campaign that yielded 2 million in pledges. We are actively pursuing zoning and building permits from the County. While there was an understandable decrease in our offertory we managed with prudent stewardship to end the year with a small surplus. In the upkeep of our facilities we replaced the roof over the baptistery, replaced some heating and air conditioning units, replaced the Cafeteria Kitchen Icemaker and replaced water fountains, fire alarm control panel, along with addressing other much needed maintenance and facility issues.



Our educational ministry continues to expand through our school and religious education programs.



Our outreach to the homebound was strengthened through the works of our Eucharistic ministers and Circle of Caring.



Our Festival continues to grow. The Festival contributed over $39,000 to our parish budget.



Holy Family added a new project TGIF (Think God It’s Friday) a new monthly faith formation program, in conjunction with the staff of Ignatian Volunteers.



To improve communications we have updated our website and added a new method of communication — Flock Notes, to support our ministries.



Our social ministries served an increased number of people in need. Our Harvest Fall Food Drive was recognized as one of the biggest in the diocese.

With all that said, looking back at all these extraordinary accomplishments, I want to say “Thank you, Holy Family!”

With much appreciation, Fr. Gerry Creedon

Generosity Report Thank you for your continued support! Regular Collection Will be reported next week

November 21 and November 22 In Pew: $ Faith Direct: $ Total Offertory $

Thank you so much for your continued generosity and support to your parish. Second Collection

Second & Special Collections for November 2015 Nov 01 Parish Repairs and Maintenance Nov 08 Retired Religious Fund Nov 22 Campaign for Human Development Nov 26 Thanksgiving Day

Stewardship Reflections 1st Sunday of Advent “But when these signs begin to happen, stand Erect and raise your heads because your redemption is at hand.” ~ Luke 21:28 We celebrate Advent each year I n preparation of the birth of Jesus, His first coming, as we await his second coming. In this Advent season, use the sacrament of Reconciliation to strengthen your relationship with Jesus. It’s never too late.

This week at Holy Family November 30, 2015 - December 6, 2015 † Denotes Mass for Deceased

Monday: St. Andres, Apostle 7:00 AM † Anne Egan 9:00 AM † Sandra J. Turzak Tuesday: 7:00 AM † Robert G. Bernhardt 9:00 AM In Thanksgiving-Cannarella Fa. Wednesday: 7:00 AM Steven Egan 9:00 AM † Gladys Fisher Thursday: St. Francis Xavier, Priest 7:00 AM † Javiera Rumi Zamora 9:00 AM † Javiera Rumi

Friday: St. John Damascene, Priest and Doctor of the Church 7:00 AM † John and Anne Marie Mihalco 9:00 AM † Sergio S. Trinidad 7:00 PM Tite Rivera Saturday: 9:00 AM † Felicidad Ocampo 5:00 PM † Richard Dombrowski 6:30 PM All Holy Family Parishioners Sunday: 2nd Sunday in Advent 7:30 AM † John J. Novak 9:00 AM † William P. Raines 10:30 AM † Tranquilino Ababa 12:30 PM Sonia Mariana Acuna Jara

Readings for the Week of November 29, 2015 "People will die of fright in anticipation of what is coming upon the world, for the powers of the heavens will be shaken. And then they will see the Son of Man coming in a cloud with power and great glory. But when these signs begin to happen, stand erect and raise your heads because your redemption is at hand." - Lk 21:26-28 Sunday:

Jer 33:14-16/Ps 25:4-5, 8-10, 14/ 1 Thes 3:12--4:2/Lk 21:25-28, 34-36

Monday:

Rom 10:9-18/Ps 19:8-11/Mt 4:18-22

Tuesday:

Is 11:1-10/Ps 72:1-2, 7-8, 12-13, 17/ Lk 10:21-24

Wednesday:

Is 25:6-10a/Ps 23:1-6/Mt 15:29-37

Thursday:

Is 26:1-6/Ps 118:1, 8-9, 19-21, 25-27/ Mt 7:21, 24-27

Friday:

Is 29:17-24/Ps 27:1, 4, 13-14/Mt 9:27-31

Saturday:

Is 30:19-21, 23-26/Ps 147:1-6/ Mt 9:35--10:1, 5a, 6-8

Next Sunday: Bar 5:1-9/Ps 126:1-6/Phil 1:4-6, 8-11 /Lk 3:1-6

Monday, November 30, 2015 9:30 6:00 7:00 7:00 7:00 7:00 7:00 7:00 7:00 7:00

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Rosary Recitation with the Legion of Mary - Church Admin Usage - Liturgy Office Legion of Mary - Immaculate Heart of Mary - Meeting Room Spanish Legion of Mary - Teachers Lounge Reunion - Familia de Nazaret - Baptistery Cursillo - Library Reunion del Grupo Timón - Room 6 Choir Practice - Church Youth Ministry HS Basketball Practice - Fr. Griffin Hall Boy Scout Troop 1392 Meeting - Teen Center

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Rosary Recitation with the Legion of Mary - Church Legion of Mary Meeting - Baptistery Pictures for the Pictorial Directory - Meeting Room HFCS Junior Varsity Basketball Practice - Fr. Griffin Hall Religious Education Classes - Assigned Rooms Jr. Legion of Mary Meeting - Teachers Lounge

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Rosary Recitation with the Legion of Mary - Church Adoration of the Most Blessed Sacrament - Church Staff Meeting - Baptistery Pictures for the Pictorial Directory - Meeting Room HFCS Varsity Basketball Game vs. Aquinas - Fr. Griffin Hall Benediction - Church Crecimientos - Grupo 2 - Room 1 Ensayo del Coro del Grupo de Oracion - Teen Center Liturgy and Music Meeting - Meeting Room RCIA English Class - Room 6 RCIA Spanich Class - Room 7 Schola Choir Practice - Church

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Rosary Recitation with the Legion of Mary - Church Pictures for the Pictorial Directory - Meeting Room HFCS Varsity Basketball Game vs. Linton Hall - Gym Youth Choir Rehearsal - Church Religious Education Classes - Assigned Rooms Sunday Spanish Choir Rehearsal - Meeting Room Reunion de Ministerios - Room 1

9:30 1:00 3:00 7:00 7:00 7:15 8:00

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Rosary Recitation with the Legion of Mary - Church Pictures for the Pictorial Directory - Meeting Room HFCS Girl Scout Meeting - Teen Center Reunion del Comite Guadalupano - Room Grupo de Oracion Y de Jovenes - Fr. Griffin Hall, room 6, 7 Agape Meeting - Meeting Room Adoration All Night - Church

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Reconciliation - Church Women’s Bible Study - Meeting Room Pictures for the Pictorial Directory - Meeting Room Baptismal Preparation Class (Spanish) - Baptistery Reconciliation - Church Service of Song - Memorial Service - Meeting Room

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Breakfast with Santa - Fr. Griffin Hall Holy Family Crafters Christmas Sale - Vestibule Religious Education Classes - Assigned Rooms RCIA - English - Room 6 RCIA - Spanish - Room 7 Baptism in Spanish - Church Simbang Gabi Choir Rehearsal - Fr. Griffin Hall PULSE - Fr. Griffin Hall

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Liturgy Advent Wreath Lighting We are starting a new tradition here … Families are invited to sign up to participate in lighting The sick of our Parish Community: the advent wreath starting the first weekend of Rob Harris, Miguel Salgado, Lawrence Shannon, DeAnAdvent November 28 & 29. Anyone interested dre Mason, Johnnie Carter, Helen Bowen, Frank Begg, to take a turn lighting the Advent wreath, Carl Cotterick, Anna Mae MeAndrew, Harris Ivisevic, Rita Ligotski, Mary Ash, John Campos, Olivia Bowie, please email Jeannine Evans at [email protected]. We Eric Fuller, Molly Barcalow, Philip McFadden. need to know the weekend and Mass you are available for Please pray for our deceased relatives and scheduling. friends: Maria Luisa Bone. Trees of Many Nations

Remember in your prayers...

Pray for our military men and women and their families, may God keep them safe and out of harms way:

Diana Cabrera, Emilio Lopez, Kenny Molina, Zachary Ritter, Erick Noland, Natalie Campos, Capt. Airforce , Ivan Solvado Sanchez, Maria & Cesar Hernandez, Victoria Lopez, Jason Budoya, Patrick Rotchford, Nicolas Potter, Lance Corporal Jared E. Middleton, George Frye, U.S. Marine, Dawn Sloan. (Please let us know if your loved one returned safely home.)

Once again we are inviting families to decorate a tree from their country. As we have done in the past few years, we will be decorating our church with Christmas trees from around the world that represent the many nationalities in our community. Please consider donating and decorating a tree. Please contact Jeannine Evans at [email protected] for more information. You can also sign up in the Church Office.

First Sunday of Advent November 29, 2015 “Strengthen your hearts in holiness.” Are you being called to grow in holiness as a priest, deacon, religious brother or sister? Call Father J.D. Jaffe (703) 841-2514, or write: [email protected].

Altar Flower Donation Program

STAFF DIRECTORY Parish Staff Mrs. Daisy Ramos, Office Manager Mrs. Blanca Sloan, Office Assistant Mrs. Damaris Santiago, Secretary Mrs. Juana Bernal, Receptionist Miss Rosa Rivera, Weekend Receptionist Mrs. Jodi Williams, Bookkeeper Mr. Sergio Gonzales, Facilities Director Mr. Ray Watson, Facilities Assistant Mrs. Elia Rodriguez, Rectory Administrator

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Liturgy and Music Deacon Gomez & Jeanine Evans, Liturgy Coordinators Ms. Janet Munford, Music Coordinator

Religious Education & Youth Ministry

A lovely way to celebrate a special occasion or honor a loved one. If you would like to donate to our flower program, please come to the front office or email us at [email protected]

Fr. Diaz, Director of Faith Formation Mrs. Toni Papp, Director of Youth Ministry Mrs. Linda Bishop, Secretary Mrs. Patricia Soriano, Secretary

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Social Ministry Mrs. Matty Lupo, Director Ms. Guadalupe Thompson, Special Projects Volunteer Mrs. Ana Lemus, Assistant Volunteer Line Food Pantry & Assistance

Bulletin Submissions Deadline: Monday, noon Please email submissions to………. [email protected]

Youth Ministry & Religious Education

Reporte Anual del Párroco Estimados Feligreses de la Iglesia de la Sagrada Familia,

En la temporada de acción de gracias, es bueno mirar hacia atrás a nuestro último año fiscal; 2015 fue el año en que tomamos medidas para ampliar nuestras A weekly hangout time for high school teens 6:30 – instalaciones.

PULSE

8:30 PM. Dinner, crazy fun games like Quidditch, zombie Tag, Capture the Flag, Life size video games. PLUS short sessions about the Catholic faith & how to live it. We will answer your questions & love a challenge! Just show up next Sunday!

Works of Mercy Opportunities: Backpack Food Program

Fill backpacks with food items for hungry children – Dec 2 4:40-5:30 PM, Room 9 (Science Lab) (This is a monthly event) Bring food for the Backpack program – earn 30 minutes of service for bringing food each week. Needed: Granola bars, individual Mac and cheese cups, fruit snacks, soup. Bring lots and bring it often!

We want to communicate with you!

Flocknote, our newest tool is easy! 2 ways: https://new.flocknote.com/HolyFamilyCatholicChur19/my Fill in: First name, Last name Cell phone, Email OR Send a TEXT to 84576, Type in HFRE  You will receive a text with a link.  Click the link or reply with your email address.  Choose which method you want to receive information (text or email) and from what groups. Youth Ministry and Religious Education will be sending updates and notices through Flocknote.

Junto con el arquitecto Peter Juanpere, hemos desarrollado un plan para extender nuestra entrada a la Iglesia y añadir espacio para reuniones críticamente necesario. Respaldamos nuestro proyecto con una campaña de recaudación de fondos que produjo 2 millones de dólares en compromisos. Estamos buscando activamente zonificación y permisos de construcción del Condado.  Mientras que hubo una disminución comprensible en nuestro ofertorio logramos, con -administración prudente, cerrar el año fiscal con un pequeño residuo.  En el mantenimiento de nuestras instalaciones hemos reemplazado el techo sobre el baptisterio, reemplazamos algunas unidades de calefacción y aire acondicionado, reemplazamos la Máquina de hielo en la Cocina de la Cafetería y reemplazamos las fuentes de agua, el panel de control de alarma contra incendios, además de afrontar otros problemas muy necesarios de mantenimiento y de las instalaciones.  Nuestro ministerio educativo continúa expandiéndose a través de nuestros programas escolares y educación religiosa.  Nuestro acercamiento a los confinados en sus casas se fortaleció a través de las obras de nuestros Ministros de la Eucaristía y el Círculo de Cuido.  Nuestro Festival sigue creciendo. El Festival contribuyó con más de $39,000 a nuestro presupuesto parroquial.  La Sagrada Familia ha añadido un nuevo proyecto TGIF (Piense en Dios es Viernes) un nuevo programa mensual de formación en la fe, en conjunto con el personal de Voluntarios Ignaciano.  Para mejorar las comunicaciones hemos actualizado nuestro sitio web y añadido un nuevo método de comunicación -Flock Notas para apoyar nuestros ministerios.  Nuestros Ministerios Sociales sirvieron un mayor número de personas necesitadas. Nuestra Colecta de Comida de Otoño fue reconocida como una de las más grandes de la diócesis.

Con todo esto dicho, mirando hacia atrás en todos estos logros extraordinarios, quiero decir "Gracias, Sagrada Familia!"

Con mucho agradecimiento, Padre Gerardo

HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL NEWS Advent is here…. During Advent our school faculty will pray the Divine Mercy Chaplet daily. We welcome all parents and parishioners to come and join us as we prepare the way for our Lord Jesus Christ. We will meet each day, Monday—Friday in the church at 3:30 PM.

Christmas Performace Our Christmas performance titled Lessons and Carols will be on December 21st after the 9 AM mass. We hope you can join us for this special performance

From the desk of Mrs. Judi Peacott, This week, our preschool children will attend Mass on Friday with our elementary school. All family members are welcome to join us. We will also celebrate the Feast of St. Nicholas. The children will decorate a stocking, leave it in our hallway and hope that a special surprise will appear! We will have an early dismissal on Friday, 12/4. We will dismiss through carpool at 11:30 and there will be no afternoon programs on this day. If you would like more information about our wonderful preschool program, please contact Mrs. Judi Peacott, ext. 314

SOCIAL MINISTRY Middle School Math Teacher: Holy Family Catholic School is seeking a Middle School Math Teacher beginning in February 2016. The position requirements include a Bachelor Degree in Math. Applicants must hold a current teaching certificate from the State of Virginia or VCEA. The successful candidate must be an enthusiastic individual who enjoys working with middle school students. Must have at least 3 -5 years of experience. Also, this person will possess excellent organizational and communication skills and commitment to work collaboratively with the middle school team. Please contact Kathy Murphy at 703-670-3138 to schedule an appointment for an interview.

THE GIVING TREE is up. Please take a name and help fill the dream of a youngster. Take a name, sign the names in the book, buy the gift and bring it in unwrapped before Dec. 13th. Thank You to everyone who will make Christmas brighter for someone in need.

ONE-TIME ONLY CHILDBIRTH CLASS Please send a letter of interest and resume to COUPLES LEARN ALL FROM ONE CONVENIENT CLASS! [email protected], while also submitting a Labor, Preterm Labor, Natural Childbirth, Breathing complete application to The Arlington Diocese at https:// www.arlingtondiocese.org/catholicschools/employment.aspx Techniques, Calling the Doctor, Breastfeeding, New-

Our Mission Holy Family Catholic School provides a Christ-centered and nurturing environment where every child grows in wisdom as Christ grew in wisdom with His Holy Family. Our school family is dedicated to spiritual, intellectual, and social growth while embracing individual academic needs and our culturally diverse community. Our students strive for academic excellence and become life-long learners. We mirror Christ’s love through works of service and respect towards others.

born Care, Postpartum, Tour of Inova Fair Oaks Hospital Take at anytime in your pregnancy. Prepay at Tepeyac to confirm your registration. $125/couple (each class holds 10 couples maximum). Led by Registered Nurse and Certified Instructor Sherri Washington More Information: info@tepeyacfam Direct # for Social Ministry & Food Pantry 703-730-1791

Do you want to contribute to us? America’s Charities - ID #558 UNITED WAY COMBINED FEDERAL CAMPAIGN (CFC)

~ F. Y. I. ~ Catholic Charities Family Services Are you or a loved one struggling? Catholic Charities Family Services offers counseling and mental health services for those adults and children struggling with depression, anxiety, family conflict and more. We are on-site at Holy Family one day a week. Habla español. Call today for a confidential appointment! English: 540-371-1124 Español: 703-224-1657

Give a Gift for Life Please give a Gift for Life this season to help Gabriel Project fund a mother’s maternity care. One grateful mother wrote: “Gabriel Project was very caring. I feel that everything that happened was by the mercy of God, and it confirmed my faith in God. There are no words or actions that can describe the happiness being a mother brings.” For more information and/or to donate: www.arlingtondiocese.org/giftforlife.

Annual Christmas Sale Holy Family Craft Group's annual Christmas Sale will be after weekend Masses on December 5 and 6. Plenty of items for your home, or gift giving. All Christmas decorations (ornaments, wreaths, centerpieces, wall hangings, towels, and table runners) are handmade by the group. Stop by and support our church.

Parish Directory There is still time to sign up For Holy Family’s Photo Directory. The following dates still have appointments available.

Three to Get Married,,,

Tuesday December 1 4 PM—9 PM Wednesday December 2 4 PM—9 PM Upcoming weekends: Thursday December 3 4 PM—9 PM December 10-13, January 14-17, February 11-14 December 4 4 PM—9 PM Are you ready? This marriage preparation course is an Friday December 5 10 AM—5 PM intensive preparation experience true to the teachings Saturday of the Catholic Church with a convenient one-weekend Sign up sheets are available in the lobby schedule. FOCCUS Inventory included! The cost is or $285 per couple. Registration required. Contact 301To schedule your appointment 365-0612 or www.ourladyofbethesda.org for more ingo to this link and follow the directions: formation. Our Lady of Bethesda Retreat Center, 707 https://www.securedata-trans14.com/ap/ Bradley Blvd., Bethesda, Maryland. holyfamilycatholicchurch/index.php?page=10

Marriage Preparation Weekend

Prime-Time Single Catholics

2Minutes2Virtue 2 Minute Video Series Helps To Build Virtue Tune in to 2minutes2virtue: the weekly challenge. Fr. Searby kicks off the November series of 2 minute videos created to help Catholics on the go to get the most out of Sunday readings.

PTSC is a club organized to serve the needs of single Catholics, age 40 and over, who are free to marry by Catholic standards. Share in Christian fellowship through our religious, social and recreational activities. For more information contact John McBride at [email protected] or 703-820-9196. Sign-up to receive weekly videos at www.arlingtondiocese.org/2minutes2virtue. For more Visit the website: www.blessedsacaramentcc.org/ information, contact the Office for Family Life at (703) church/parish-community/prime-time-single-adults 841-2550.