February 28, 2016 - Holy Family Catholic Church

28 feb. 2014 - to build a sense of unity as a parish. 3. The George Brent Knights of Columbus have invited me to serve as Grand Marshall of the. Manassas St.
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Holy Family Catholic Church 14160 Ferndale Road Dale City, VA 22193

February 28, 2016 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

PASTOR’S CORNER

Estimados Feligreses,

Dear Parishioners,

Deseo invitar a la parroquia para algunos eventos importantes durante el mes de marzo:

I invite the parish to some important events during March.

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El 18 de marzo le damos la bienvenida a Sor Cecilia, Priora del Monasterio Benedictino en Bristow a nuestro TGIF (Piense en Dios es Viernes) para una presentación en la Sala Fr. Griffin (gimnasio). A la luz de la tradición Benedictina de hospitalidad, ella presentará una perspectiva sobre la inmigración. Por lo general, nos reunimos antes de las 7:00 pm. Nuestro gran evento parroquial en honor a San José y San Patricio se llevará a cabo el 19 de marzo, comenzando a las 7:30pm. Siempre nos gusta que los participantes compren los boletos con anticipación (disponibles en la oficina parroquial) para esta cena-baile. Este evento multicultural nos anima a construir un sentido de unidad como parroquia. He sido invitado por los Caballeros de Colon, Asamblea George Brent, a servir como Gran Mariscal del desfile de la Parada de San Patricio en Manassas, el 12 de marzo a las 11:00am (www.stpatparade.net). Le doy la bienvenida a todos mis hermanos Caballeros, sus familias y compañeros de la parroquia de la Sagrada Familia a unirse a mí para el evento el 12 de marzo. El Obispo Loverde se une a mí en una celebración de la Misa Anual Diocesana Gaélico en honor de San Patricio en la Catedral de St. Thomas More, el lunes 14 de marzo, a 7:30pm, seguida de una recepción ligera. Sean mis invitados. Me han invitado a predicar en la Misa de Aniversario número 100 de la Pascua de Resurrección en San Aloysius, Washington, DC el lunes, 28 de marzo, a las 12:00pm. ¡Vengan y únanse a mí!

Con las Bendiciones de Cuaresma, Padre Gerardo

1. On March 18th we welcome Sr. Cecilia, Prioress from the Benedictine Monastery in Bristow to our TGIF (Think God its Friday) for a presentation at Fr. Griffin Hall. In light of the Benedictine tradition of hospitality she will present a perspective on Immigration. We usually gather before 7 pm. 2. Our major parish event honoring St. Joseph and St Patrick will take place on March 19th, beginning around 7:30 pm. We always like participants to buy tickets in advance (available from parish office) for this dinner dance. This multicultural event encourages us to build a sense of unity as a parish. 3. The George Brent Knights of Columbus have invited me to serve as Grand Marshall of the Manassas St. Patrick's Day Parade, // www.stpatparade.net/, on Saturday, March 12th at 11 am. I welcome all my brother Knights, their families and fellow parishioners of Holy Family to join me for the event on March 12th. 4. Bishop Loverde joins me in a celebration of the Annual Diocesan Gaelic Mass in honor of St. Patrick at the Cathedral of St. Thomas More on Monday, March 14th at 7:30 pm, followed by a light reception. Be my guest. 5. I've been invited to preach at the 1o0th Anniversary Mass for the Easter Rising at St. Aloysius, Washington, DC on Monday March 28th at 12 noon. Come join me.

With Lenten Blessings, Fr. Gerry Creedon

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:______

2016 Bishop’s Lenten Appeal Go forth as heralds of God’s mercy The Bishop’s Lenten Appeal is in full swing and we are asking every household in our parish to support this appeal to the extent that they are able. The BLA funds many programs, services and ministries that serve people in need and further Jesus’ Mission in our diocese. During this Jubilee Year of Mercy, let’s join together to do the Lord’s work – works that touch the lives and souls of thousands of people in our diocese. Thank you! ~

Petición Cuaresmal del Obispo de 2016

¡Vayan adelante como heraldos de la misericordia de Dios! La Petición Cuaresmal del Obispo está en plena marcha y pedimos a cada familia de nuestra parroquia que la apoye en la medida de sus posibilidades. La Petición Cuaresmal del Obispo financia muchos programas, servicios y ministerios que sirven a las personas necesitadas y fomentan la Misión de Jesús en nuestra Diócesis. Durante este Año del Jubileo Extraordinario de la Misericordia, unámonos para hacer el trabajo del Señor, para hacer obras que toquen la vida y el alma de miles de personas en nuestra Diócesis. ¡Gracias!

Generosity Report Thank you for your continued support!

Offertory Donations Week of 2/20 and 2/21 Regular Offertory Faith Direct

$14,244 $21,229 $35,473

2nd Collection

Youth Ministry $2,510

Second & Special Collections for February 2016

Faith Direct is the innovative solution that allows you to support our parish using electronic funds transfer from either a bank account or credit/debit card just as you may do now with your mortgage payment, cable bill or other expenses. Faith Direct es la solución innovadora que le permite apoyar a nuestra iglesia mediante transferencia electrónica de fondos desde una cuenta bancaria o tarjeta de crédito/ debito, del mismo modo que puede hacer ahora con las factures de servicios.

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Eastern Europe Ash Wednesday Black & Indian Missions Youth Ministry Parish Repairs and Maintenance

Stewardship Reflections February 28, 2016 3rd Sunday of Lent “He said to the gardener, ‘For three years now I have come in search of fruit on this fig tree but have found none.’” (LUKE 13:7) Are you like the barren fig tree? How will you respond when God asks you what you have done with all the gifts He has given you? Remember, not only are we called to be generous, we are called to develop and nurture our gifts and return with increase.

This week at Holy Family Monday, February 29, 2016 February 29, 2016 - March 6, 2016 † Denotes Mass for Deceased

Monday: 7:00 AM † Chris McGath 9:00 AM † Larry Firth Tuesday: 7:00 AM DeVon & Krystel August 9:00 AM Charles Wheeler Wednesday: 7:00 AM † Thomas Egan 9:00 AM Joseph & Tami Procopio Thursday: St. Katharine Drexel, Virgin 7:00 AM Bill & Lynne Farley 9:00 AM † Monica Burke Friday: St. Casimir 7:00 AM † Elda Cairns 9:00 AM † Fermina Costello Moore Saturday: 9:00 AM † Naldo Fernando Ponsi 5:00 PM † Maria T. Nguyen 6:30 PM Rafael Acuna Duran Sunday: 7:30 AM All Holy Family Parishioners 9:00 AM † Melchor L. O’Campo, Jr. 10:30 AM † Stephanie G. Burwinkel 12:30 PM † Knights of Columbus

Readings for the Week of February 28, 2016 Jesus said to them in reply, "Do you think that

because

Galileans this

way

greater

these

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in

they

were

sinners

than

all other Galileans? By no means! But I tell you, if you do not repent, you will all perish as they did!" - Lk 13:2-3 Sunday:

Ex 3:1-8a, 13-15/Ps 103:1-4, 6-8, 11/ 1 Cor 10:1-6, 10-12/Lk 13:1-9

Monday:

2 Kgs 5:1-15ab/Ps 42:2-3; 43:3-4/

8:30 9:30 6:00 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 Pastor’s Lenten Reflections - Baptistery Admin—Data Entry - Liturgy Office PTO General Meeting - Fr. Griffin Hall Legion of Mary—Immaculate Heart of Mary - Meeting Room Spanish Legion of Mary - Teacher’s Lounge Reunion - Familia de Nazaret - Baptistery Cursillo - Library Choir Practice - Church Boy Scout Troop 1392 Meeting - Teen Center Reunion del Grupo Timon - Room 3 E.S.O.L. Winter/Spring Classes - Room 4,5,6,7,8

9:30 9:45 7:00 7:00 7:00

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Rosary Recitation with the Legion of Mary - Church Legion of Mary Meeting - Baptistery Religious Education Classes - Assigned Rooms Jr. Legion of Mary Meeting - Teachers Lounge Legion of Mary (Spanish) - Liturgy Office

Tuesday, March 1, 2016

Wednesday, March 2, 2016 9:30 9:30 9:30 10:30 6:30 7:00 7:00 7:00 7:00 7:30

AM Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament - Church AM Rosary Recitation with the Legion of Mary - Church AM Crafters Gathering - Teen Center AM Staff Meeting - Baptistery PM - 8:00 PM Reconciliation - Church PM Benediction—Church PM Crecimientos—Grupo 2—Room 1 PM Ensayo del Coro - Grupo de Oracion - Teen Center PM E.S.O.L. Registrations - Room 4,5,6,7,8 PM Schola Choir Practice - Church

Thursday, March 3, 2016 9:30 5:30 7:00 7:00 7:00

AM PM PM PM PM

Rosary Recitation with the Legion of Mary - Church Youth Choir Rehearsal - Church Religious Education Classes - Assigned Rooms Sunday Spanish Choir Rehearsal - Meeting Room Reunion de Ministerios - Room 1

9:30 3:00 5:00 6:30 7:00 7:00 7:15 7:30 8:00 8:30

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Rosary Recitation with the Legion of Mary - Church HFCS Girl Scout Meeting - Teen Center Confirmation Retreat #2 Check-In - Gym, Rooms 6,7,8,9 Reconciliation - Church First Friday Mass - Church Grupo de Oracion y de Jovenes - Fr. Griffin Hall, Room 6,7 Agape Meeting - Liturgy Office Stations of the Cross—English Adoration All Night - Church Via Crucis (Stations of the Cross) Spanish

9:30 10:00 11:00 4:00 7:30

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Rosary Recitation with the Legion of Mary - Church Youth Ministry HS Basketbll Practice - Fr. Griffin Hall Baptism Preparation Class in Spanish - Baptistery Reconciliation - Church Reunion Mensual para las Familias - Fr. Griffin Hall, 7, 10

9:00 9:00 10:30 12:30 2:00

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Religious Education Classes - Assigned Rooms R.C.I.A. (English) - Room 6 Clases de Convalidaciones - Room 7 Youth Ministry H.S. Basketball Games - Fr. Griffin Hall Baptism in Spanish - Church

Friday, March 4, 2016

Lk 4:24-30 Tuesday:

Dn 3:25, 34-43/Ps 25:4-9/Mt 18:21-35

Wednesday:

Dt 4:1, 5-9/Ps 147:12-13, 15-16, 19-20/Mt 5:17-19

Thursday:

Jer 7:23-28/Ps 95:1-2, 6-9/Lk 11:14-23

Friday:

Hos 14:2-10/Ps 81:6-11, 14, 17/ Mk 12:28-34

Saturday:

Hos 6:1-6/Ps 51:3-4, 18-21/Lk 18:9-14

Next Sunday: Jos 5:9a, 10-12/Ps 34:2-7/2 Cor 5:1721/Lk 15:1-3, 11-32

Saturday, March 5, 2016

Sunday, March 6, 2016

Remember in your prayers... The

sick

of

our

Parish

Community:

Mickey Hansen, Maureen Ratliff, Barbara Jozaitis, Lem Payne, Jeannine Evans, Mary Dvorznak, Zeke (Jeannine Evans Grandson), Evelyn Weeks, Linda VanLanduyt, Alberta Boakey, Stephen Ritter, Lawrence Shannon, Frank Begg, John Campos, Olivia Bowie, Eric Fuller, Molly Barcalow.

Please pray for our deceased relatives and friends: Therese Stanislas, Mary Miller, Woodrow Costello, Franny Callahan, Dorothy Louise Detorie.

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, Nicolas Potter, Lance Corporal Jared E. Middleton, George Frye, U.S. Marine, Dawn Sloan.

INCLEMENT WEATHER POLICY

 Holy Family School and Parish will follow Prince William County Schools for school closings, delays and early closings.  Masses are not cancelled .  Parish activities also follow Prince William County Schools if schools close early or are closed all day, all parish activities (such as religious education classes, group meetings, etc.) are cancelled.  Holy Family Parish Offices and Employees follow the Prince William County Schools for delays or closures.

(Please let us know if your loved one returned safely home.)

Third Sunday of Lent February 28, 2016 “I AM has sent me to you.” Could the Lord be calling you to proclaim His name as a priest, deacon or in the consecrated life? 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 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 Fr. Diaz, Director of Faith Formation Mrs. Toni Papp, Director of Youth Ministry Mrs. Linda Bishop, Secretary Mrs. Patricia Soriano, Secretary

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]

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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 Feb 21 No PULSE Session Feb 24 R2 Facilitator Meeting, 7 PM, Meeting Room Feb 27/28 Work Camp - Nail Sale - Please support our Work campers with a generous donation Feb 28 Facilitator Meeting, 5 PM, Meeting Room Feb 28 PULSE, 6:30-8:30 PM - A different look at the Stations of the Cross. Mar 02 Facilitator Meeting, 7 PM, Meeting Room

WorkCamp 2016! WorkCamp “Did You Know?” – For every 5 teens attending WorkCamp we have to provide a 7-person van, an adult leader, 2 5-gallon coolers, a case of water, a contractor for 4 days and 2 security chaperones. Please support our WorkCamp fundraiser on Feb 27 & 28 and March 5/6.

Works of Mercy Opportunities

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Helping the Basketball team on Sundays (setting Cell phone, Email OR Send a TEXT to 84576, Type in HFRE up, keeping score, time clock, cleaning up) – contact Ray Clark 703-862-5463 or come to practice on You will receive a text with a link. Click the link or reply with your email address. Mondays at 7 PM in Fr. Griffin Hall. Choose which method you want to receive information

Packing food in Backpacks for Kids - March 9th at (text or email) and from what groups. 4:45 PM in Room 9 (Science Lab)

Youth Ministry and Religious Education are going to be Bringing Food for Backpack program (30 minutes sending updates and notices through Flocknote.

credit each time you bring food) – items needed: canned soup, individual Mac & cheese, granola bars, snack packs of fruit. Prepare Tickets for the 5 Car Raffle - Saturday, 2/27, 9:30 AM (As long as you can stay), contact Daisy Ramos at 703-670-8161 ext. 302. St. Joseph/St. Patrick Dinner March 19th, set up, serve, clean up. Women of the Parish are invited to attend a biSign up in the Religious Education monthly Scripture study at Panera (Prince William Office. Pkwy., next to Best Buy) on February 27th at 10:00 AM. Come and learn what Paul’s words mean Adopt-A-Highway Road Clean Up - Saturday, while we explore deeply into the book of Romans. March 19th, 7:30 AM—10:00 AM, Hillendale Fire Material are provided. Upcoming sessions: 2/27, Station. Wear Weather Appropriate Clothing & 3/5, 3/19, 4/2. Should you have any questions or would like additional information please email Liz shoes, and bring a water bottle. Donuts provided. at [email protected] or sign up on FlockNotes.

HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL NEWS Lenten Prayer of the Week: God of all creation we welcome you into our lives in a new way this Lent. We are ready to serve your people, especially our brothers and sisters who are in most need. We are ready to live out your call to mercy. Through our prayers, fasting and Lenten gifts, may we learn to walk as one global human family. May we learn to listen to each other, and in so doing hear the merciful words of Christ. Amen

Divine Mercy Chaplet… During Lent the faculty will have the opportunity to pray the Divine Mercy Chaplet daily, Monday – Friday, at 3:30. Please join us in the church if you would like to pray with us.

Stations of the Cross…

From the desk of Mrs. Judi Peacott, Last week, our preschool children were delighted with a performance by Peter McCory, the One-ManBand, during our "Wee Willie Winkie Day". Everyone attended preschool in their pajamas (yes, even our teachers :) and chocolate chip pancakes were served, fresh off the griddle for snack! It was a great day. This coming week, our preschool children will be attending Mass on Friday. We will also have an early dismissal on this day at 11:30, there will be no afternoon programs. Open Registration has begun and if you would like a tour or more information about our wonderful, Christ centered program, please contact Mrs. Judi Peacott at 703-6708161 ext. 314. If you are interested in becoming a member of our fantastic team, please inquire!

SOCIAL MINISTRY

The school will also pray the Stations of We Need your help…. the Cross on Fridays at 2:15 PM during Bill Mehr Drop in Center… lent: You are welcome to join us. There will not be Stations of the Cross on Friday, The center offers Bible studies from 9-10 am each Saturday. Cliff Colley, the center’s Spiritual CoordiMarch 5th at 2:15 PM. nator, is seeking a Catholic person that can teach Plan to have dinner at Silver Diner on Bible Study at this time on Saturdays. Seems that Wednesday, March 16th. Mention several Catholic clients have requested this. If you HFCS and we will get a percentage of interested and would like more information, please all proceeds. Thanks for your support. contact Cliff Colley at [email protected].

Falcon 5K The Falcon 5K is May 7th. We have a challenging race course and fun post race events planned. All runners have a chance to win cool prizes in the after race raffle. Check out the website for more information about the course and ways to register. https://www.novaracetiming.com/

The Holy Family Catholic School Experience provides a safe and nurturing environment for all students with a commitment to Catholic Faith, learning and mutual respect for all. Please call Mrs. Murphy, Admissions Director, at 703-6703138 to set up an appointment to tour our exceptional school.

“Black Lives Matter: Race, Violence, Poverty” St. Joseph Catholic Church, 711n. Columbus St., Alexandria, VA is hosting showings of the “Black Lives Matter: Race, Violence, Poverty” symposium by Xavier University on the consecutive Wednesdays of Lent, beginning 2/17/16. Each session will begin at 7:00 PM (our usual Bible Study time) in the Parish Hall and will be followed by open discussions. For more details about the synmposium and the speakers, please visit: http://www.xulablacklivesmatter.com/ 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. ~ Marriage and Religious Liberty: What’s Next? The Arlington Diocese and St. Charles Respect Life will cosponsor, Marriage and Religious Liberty, What’s next? Conference on Saturday, March 19th, 9:50 AM to 1:125 PM at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church in Werthmann Gymnasium, 3304 Washington Blvd., Arlington, VA 22201. Please come and listen to Ryan T. Anderson, PhD and Loretta Fleming, (NCHLA), speak on the impact of court decisions redefining marriage. What should be our response?

Would you consider becoming a Eucharistic Minister of Holy Communion? Serving Our Lord and our community is a faith failed ministry-serving at Mass as well as to our home bound sick. Training is only offered once each spring (April and May). This is a 2 hour session required by the Diocese. Further training is offered later at Holy Family. The term is for 5 years.

Conference events begin with 8 AM Eucharistic Adoration and registration/check-in , 9:30 AM continential breakfast, 9:50 AM Welcome Prayer, introductions and talk 1 begins at If you are interested, please contact Jeannine Evans at 10 AM. Register at: https://religiousliberty2016.eventbrite.com. [email protected].

Cruise to Bermuda With Fr. Gerry September 18-25, 2016 The Knights of Columbus are sponsoring a fundraising 7-day cruise to Bermuda aboard the 3-year-old Norwegian Breakaway. Fr. Gerry will celebrate daily Mass while we are at sea. Leaving from New York, this cruise will spend three days in Bermuda to enjoy that beautiful island. Best of all, Norwegian Cruise lines will donate money to the Knights Charity Corporation based on the number of cabins booked. These funds will enable the Knights to continue to assist in their charity efforts, many of which are tied into Holy Family.

Friday Night Lenten Soup Suppers Once again this year during Lent, Holy Family will be having its Friday Night Lenten Soup suppers starting on Friday February 12th, 5:30 PM. Because of lack of meeting space at the Church, the dinners will be held at the John Paul I Columbian Center located at 12965 Trentdale Ave, Dale City. All are welcome. Each dinner will feature a different guest speaker whose topic will focus on a relevant Social Justice issue, as it pertains to the Catholic Church.

If you would like to volunteer to sponsor one of our soup suppers by making soup, please contact Debbie White at 703-494-3181 or Larry Pemberton at 703-472-4572 or Round trip bus from the Knights home to New York will be [email protected]. available at $75.00 per person. Though reservations are not required, they are desired Book early to be eligible for special perks like unlimited for planning purposes. You may sign up by doing so on our web site under “Quick Links”. free beverages or dine in the specialty restaurants. For more information on the cruise, contact Lynda Dodd at 703-670-2329 or [email protected].

This Lenten season, Holy Family as well as each Catholic parish in the Diocese of Arlington and the Archdiocese of Washington will have confessions available every Wednesday evening from 6:30 PM—8 PM. If you have been reluctant to come to the Sacrament or have been away fro some time, this is a wonderful opportunity to reconnect with Christ and His Church. Learn more at www.the-light-is-on.org.

Pilgrim Statue The statue of Fatima is a Pilgrim statue and makes regular visits to the faithful to inspire and lead us closer to our Lord. Did you know that you can have the Pilgrim Virgin visit in your home for a week? For more information please call Mary Hawkes at 703-772-9908.