"Do not forget the works of the Lord!" Psalm 78:7

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Upcoming News and Announcements - 09/12/2025

Anyone considering the Catholic faith and those baptized Catholic adults in need of Confirmation are invited to join the on-going inquiry sessions. OCIA, The Order of Christian Initiation of Adults, meets on Wednesday nights at 7:30 in Farrell Hall in the Parish Center.  Please contact Deacon Dave with any questions.  No need for prior registration.  
 
There will be a Fall Grief Support Group starting in September. Space is available. For more information, email Kathy Maurer at Kathryn.maurer@compassus.com. 
 
Food PantryDonations for the Food Pantry can be dropped off at the Parish Center foyer this weekend through Sunday at 1:00pm.
 
The second collection this weekend will benefit the Religious Education Program.
 
Monday, September 15th is the Feast of Our Lady of Sorrows, our parish feast day. We will have many events for which you may want to participate!! At the feast day Masses, we will recite the consecration prayer after every Mass. Mass times will be 6:30am, 9:15am and 5:00pm (correction from last week) in the church. 
 
The 40 Hours of Devotion will begin after the 5:00pm Mass and Adoration will continue all night Monday and Tuesday. 40 Hours will end before the 9:15am Mass on Wednesday. You can sign up outside the church this weekend.
 
This weekend (September 13 & 14), the Parish will offer a FREE Spaghetti Dinner after the 5:00pm Saturday Mass. Pancake Breakfast will be offered for FREE after the 7:30am and 9:30am Masses. Come enjoy the fellowship and great food!!
 
After the 9:15am Mass on Monday, the Feast Day, the Women’s Group will offer brunch in Farrell Hall.
 
“The Greatest Love Story,” Tuesday, September 16, at 7:00 p.m. in Farrell Hall: Calling all men for faith formation, food, and fellowship! Join us for “The Greatest Love Story” on Tuesday, September 16, 7:00 p.m. in Farrell Hall. The program will include a viewing of Father Mike Schmitz’s speech during the 2024 National Eucharistic Congress titled “The Greatest Love Story” followed by breakout discussion groups.   (Hosted by Knights of Columbus Council 8600).
 
The Sisters of Our Lady of LaSalette invite parishioners to a Eucharistic Celebration on Saturday, September 20, 2025 at St. Michael’s Catholic Church at *:30am.
 
Faith Formation Registration is now open for new families! Register online. Class selection & Payment is through Parish Giving.    Rel Ed Registration Link
 
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 and all-night Adoration is available every First Friday with Saturday devotions on the First Saturdays of the month.  This Friday we will offer All day and all-night Adoration.
  • Young Adults gather for coffee and breakfast the first Sunday of the month after the 9:30am Mass every month. Join them on September 7th for coffee and breakfast.
  • Family Adoration is normally offered every third Saturday of the month starting at 10:00am in the new church. Family Adoration will be available September 20th. 
  • Diaper, 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. Blue bag distribution is this weekend.
  • 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. 
  • Registration for Homeschool Group Fall Classes is now open!  Please email us for more details on the classes we are offering.       stmaryofsorrowshsg@gmail.com.

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Moving Foward

From Bethlehem Carving, “On the weekend of Sep. 20th/21st, 2025, there will be a display of beautiful olivewood handmade carvings from the Holy Land in our church. These carvings are made by the Christians of Bethlehem who use them as their main source of income. These brothers and sisters of ours are enduring hardships Especially Now because of the volatile situation in their home country.
Christians in the Holy Land used to be more than 37% of the population. There is less than 1% now. As Christians of faith, it is our duty to support our brothers and sisters in Bethlehem. YOU can support them by purchasing some of these beautiful carvings after mass. For more information, please contact us at 202-302-5889 or visit www.BethlehemCarvings.org.”  
 

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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