Bishop Burbidge’s Statement on Pro-Life Activities

Our Bishops statement as chairman of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops’ Committee 

Annual Bike Collection

Saturday, April 13th, 2024 from 9AM until Noon. See the flyer HERE.

Upcoming News and Announcements

Please consider donating to the Bishop’s Lenten Appeal. There are envelopes in the church pews or you can go to www.arlingtondiocese.org for electronic donations. Please remember to list St. Mary of Sorrows as your parish. We are close to making our goal so your contribution will help!
 
This is the last weekend to help with Easter Basket donations. We have plenty of candy but are still in need of small toys, small stuffed animals or small books. You can drop off items in the Parish Center foyer until Sunday, March 17th.
 
Dine in or take out, tonight and every Friday in Lent, the Knights are hosting the Lenten Fish Fry starting at 5:00pm in Farrell Hall. Look for the Boutique ladies selling spring crafts and a limited supply of First Communion veils at the Friday Fish Fry.
 
Lenten Fridays hold that traditionally the Stations of the Cross are prayed. We will offer them on Friday at 7:00pm in the church. We will also offer Confession during the Stations.
 
Family Adoration will be offered on Saturday, March 16th at 10:00am- 10:30am in the church. This is a time for children and families to come and adore our Eucharistic Lord. The time has been reduced to accommodate the First Reconciliation for our Religious Education children preparing for their First Holy Communion.
 
Deacon Nick will continue his Lenten talks on Tuesday at 7:00pm in St. Joseph’s Hall. The topic is “The Crucifixion.” The program will be live-streamed.
 
St. Patrick’s Dinner Dance is on March 16th in Farrell Hall. Tickets are available in the Parish Office.
 
Evening Vespers for the Solemnity of St. Joseph will be celebrated on March 18th at 7:00pm in the church.
 
Penance Service will be at 4:00pm on Monday, March 18th and at 7:00pm on Tuesday, March 19th. Our three priests and Dominican priests will be available to hear your Confession.
 
Financial Planning Seminar hosted by the Knights of Columbus is scheduled for Monday, March 25th from 7:00pm – 9:00pm in Farrell Hall.
 
Join us for an evening of prayer, Adoration and healing with Mark Forrest on Tuesday, March 26th at 7:00pm in the Church.
 
Next weekend is the Diaper, Wipes and Formula collection. Donations can be dropped off in the Parish Center foyer.
 
Martha’s Table Sandwich collection will be next Sunday from 1:00pm to 3:00pm at the Farrell Hall door.
 
The second collection for Good Friday will benefit Holy Land Shrines.
 
Please consider taking one or more tags from the Lenten Cross in the church narthex during Lent to support those in need through House of Mercy in Manassas, VA. Thank you for your generosity and God Bless!
 
We have added to our narthex with a basket of books for the young children to read during Mass and information rack on the wall next to the handicap entrance. Flyers and pamphlets need to be approved by Kathy Coleman at kathyc@stmaryofsorrows.org. prior to being displayed.
 
On March 23rd, St. Mary’s is pleased to announce a special showing of Season 4, Episode 1 of The Chosen. Dinner will be served after the Vigil Mass and then the new episode will be shown. Join us for a powerful episode and great food and fellowship.
SAVE THE DATE: The following events are coming up. Please make note on your calendar and watch for further information in our bulletin, on our website or in future Flocknotes!!
 
  • Financial Planning Seminar is scheduled for Monday, March 25th from 7:oopm – 9:00pm in Farrell Hall.
  • Mark Forrest is coming for a night of prayer on Tuesday, March 26th at 7:00pm.
  • Cemetery clean up is underway until March 25th
  • Bikes for the World will be collecting bikes on April 13th.
  • Jim Naulty is coming to talk on the Shroud of Turin on Saturday, April 20th at 10:00am.
  • Groups within the parish can submit calendar/room reservation requests via email at calendar@stmaryofsorrows.org starting May 1st.
  • Once again, we will have a Procession and Barbeque on Saturday, June 1st for the Feast of Corpus Christi.
  • Join the Bishop for a Diocesan Jubilee Festival on Saturday, June 8th from 3:45 to 9:30pm.
  • Start saving your yard sale donations. The collection begins on June 9th with the sale on June 14-16.
  • There will be a Blood Drive on June 30th in Farrell Hall.
  • Vacation Bible School will be held on July 29th through August 2nd from 9:00am to 12:00pm. Plan to attend or volunteer!!

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Moving Foward

Holy Thursday is quickly approaching and we need your help with the liturgy on Holy Thursday. We would like to include “Washing of the Feet” in The Celebration of the Lord’s Passion. If you would like to volunteer to be included, please email Sr. Juby at srjuby@stmaryofsorrows.org. Thank you for your consideration.

Welcome from our Pastor

On behalf of our parish family, welcome to St. Mary of Sorrows parish website! We would love for you to join us on Sunday, and every day!  Please look over our website and if we can be of help to you, please do not hesitate to contact me or a staff member. Our mission/vision statement is listed below to provide you with a deeper sense of our commitment to our Lord Jesus.

In Christ Through Mary,
Rev. James S. Barkett, Pastor

3/15/24

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