"We are his people: the sheep of his flock." Psalm 100:3

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Upcoming News and Announcements - 6/12/2026

Fr. Eric McDade will celebrate a Mass of Thanksgiving here Sunday, June 14th at 11:30am. There will be a reception in the field next to the church after Mass.
 
Parish Yard Sale starts with a preview sale tonight from 5:00pm until 7:00pm ($10 admission) with the sale on June 13th from 9:00am to 1:00pm and Sunday from 8:00am to 1:00pm. $10 bag sale on most items on Sunday.
 
Marian Homes is sponsoring a Shredding Event on June 13, 2026, in the New Church Parking lot from 10:00am to 12:00pm.
 
Friday, June 19th is a federal holiday. The front office of the Parish Center will be closed but we will have Adoration in the Chapel.
 
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!!
 
Scheduled Monthly Events:
  • All-day Adoration is in the Parish Center Chapel from 7:00am until 7:00pm and on First Friday, all-night Adoration from 7:00pm is available in the church every First Friday with Saturday devotions on the First Saturdays of the month. 
  • Young Adults gather for coffee and breakfast the first Sunday of the month after the 9:30am Mass every month. 
  • Luminaries of Holy Mary will meet on the first Monday of the month in the Conference Room from 5:00pm to 6:30pm to discuss Fatima and pray the Rosary. 
  • Patricians meet monthly on the first Monday of the month at 7:00pm in Farrell Hall to discuss Catholic topics.
  • Family Adoration is normally offered every third Saturday of the month starting at 10:00am in the new church. No Family Adoration from June through August.
  • Spaghetti Dinner and Pancake Breakfast are usually the second weekend of the month. Have a great dinner after the 5:00pm Mass on Saturday. Pancake Breakfast is served after the 7:30am and 9:30am Masses.  The Knights are taking a Pancake Breakfast and Spaghetti Dinner break for the Summer. They will be back in September.
  • Diapers, Wipes and Formula will be collected during the weekend of the fourth Sunday of the month and donations can be left in the foyer of the Parish Center. 
  • The second collection on the third Sunday of the month is for debt reduction. 
  • Food Pantry donation bags are usually given out the first weekend of the month with the collection through the second Sunday at 1:00pm. 
  • Martha’s Table4th Sunday Sandwich Collection will be on the fourth Sunday, only from 1-3 PM.Drop off at the back of Farrell Hall (Door 4). Full details at tinyurl.com/MTSandwiches. 
 
Upcoming Events:
 
  • Movie Night will be held at 6:00pm on June 27th. The Chosen, season 5, Episode 8, the Garden of Gethsemane. Dinner before the show and conversation after!! Bring a friend!
  • Labor Day Picnic is coming up. A successful picnic requires a lot of planning and volunteers. A Planning Meeting has been set up for Thursday, June 18th at 7:00pm in Farrell Hall. Everyone is invited!! Come and bring your ideas!
  • Focus Missionary, Lily Bernero, will be here the weekend of June 20/21 to talk about her experiences with college students.
  • The Knight are having a KOVAR collection outside the church, the weekend of June 27/28. Donations will benefit Virginians with intellectual disabilities.
  • On July 4th 2026, at 2:50pm, listen for church bells and other bells being rung at churches, cathedrals, and historical sites throughout our communities.  As in 1876 and 1976, St Mary’s continues the tradition of ringing our bell at auspicious events.  The bell will toll 13 times in recognition of our 13 original colonies.  The Nation has called for this act as we celebrate our patriotism and our unity throughout the land.  Additional information may be found online at Bell Ringing for America’s 250th | National Bell Festival.
  • Vacation Bible School is being held the week of August 3rd through August 7th. More information coming.
Fr. Seh is the Spiritual Director for a walking pilgrimage, The Way of St. James, El Camino from August 22-September 1, 2026. See the bulletin for details.

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Moving Foward

In case you missed it last week…For those groups that are meeting at the Parish Center and Old Hall, please submit your space requests to calendar@stmaryofsorrows.org. Forms can be found on the website. We are still evaluating staff requirements for rooms.

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

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