We are still without air conditioning in the church.
Upcoming News and Announcements
Consecration program begins August 13th in preparation of our Feast Day. Pamphlets are available in the narthex.
Coat Collection is underway and coats may be left in the box in the Parish Center foyer through September 22, 2024.
Multi-Cultural Mass will be held at St. Mary’s tonight with Bishop Burbidge. There will be a reception in St. Joseph’s Hall. Join people from all over the diocese for Mass and cultural events and food.
Join in for the showing of the next episode of The Chosen, Season 4, Episode 5 in Farrell Hall after the 5:00pm Mass on Saturday, August 24th. Come for dinner, show and fellowship.Grief Support Group is planning to start a new session in September. If you are interested in joining please contact Kathy Maurer at Kathryn.maurer@compassus.
Please plan to attend our upcoming annual Parish Family Picnic on Monday, September 2nd, on the grounds of the parish church and parish center. A description of the picnic schedule and activities is published in today’s Bulletin. Frequently Asked Questions are posted on the parish website along with a signup list. It takes many volunteers to organize and run the picnic, so please consider volunteering for a shift. Click the link or see the volunteers outside church this weekend to sign up. http://tiny.cc/A planning meeting for St. Mary’s International Night, “Taste of the World”, is scheduled for 7:00pm, Thursday, August 22, 2024, in the Conference Room. This annual event celebrates St. Mary’s community cultural diversity. Your participation is requested to provide input and ideas to make this a success. Please RSVP to: Charlie Gulac, 703-323-6694, or email: cgulac88@gmail.com or for more information. St. Mary’s International Night “Taste of the World” is on October 19, 2024.
Martha’s Table Sandwich Collection is Sunday, August 25, 1:00-3:00pm at back door of Farrell Hall. Full details at tinyurl.com/MTSandwiches.Interested in becoming Catholic? We will have an Interest Meeting on Thursday, August 22nd at 7:00pm in St. Joseph’s Hall. Everyone is welcome and light refreshments will be served.
Just a few catechists needed for grades K-8. If you would like additional information, please email aidaw@stmaryofsorrows.
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!!
- Groups within the parish can submit calendar/room reservation requests via email at calendar@stmaryofsorrows.
org. - “Taste of the World” St. Mary’s International Night will be held on October 19th. More information to come.
FOR MORE INFORMATION, CLICK ON A TOPIC BELOW:
- Current Bulletin
- Director of Youth Ministry Position
- Deceased Parishioner/Funeral Arrangement Announcements
- Featured Parish Outreach Group – FACETS
- Cemetery Cleanup – See the notice at the top of the Cemetery Page
- Publications
- 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.
Moving Foward
The school year is starting soon and so is Religious Education. For First Holy Communion preparation, children need to be enrolled in the First Grade as the preparation is two years. Confirmation is also a two year preparation, 7th and 8th grade. Religious Education is also available for high school students. See the bulletin for details on how to sign up.
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. Thomas P. Vander Woude, Pastor
8/16/24
