​Clergy Announcement from Bishop Loverde -
Thank you, Father Zacarías and Welcome, Father Ramon!
On Saturday, June 11, Bishop Loverde announced a number of clergy assignments, effective June 29, two of which directly affect Good Shepherd Church. READ MORE
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Fortnight for Freedom
June 21 - July 4 
Please become acquainted with the inspiration, the purpose and the prayers associated with the observance of this Fortnight from the USCCB and Arlington Diocese
Join us Wednesday, June 29, 6pm, during Eucharistic Adoration for a special reflection.
 
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Novena for Father's Day
June 19 - 28 Honor your father, grandfathers and all the men in your life, by enrolling them in our Father's Day Novena of Masses. Pick up a card and envelope in the office.
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Office Closed Friday, July 1 - Monday, July 4
Enjoy the 4th of July Holiday!
 
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Pilgrimage to Mount St. Mary's: Bus or Car? 
Take our Survey and Help us Plan this Event! CLICK HERE
On Saturday, October 15, 2016 parishioners are invited to a pilgrimage to Mount St. Mary's in Emmitsburg, MD. It is a full-day event (approximately 8am-4pm,) including Mass and walking through the grottoes and grounds. Please complete the survey to help us plan the event. Questions? Contact Miguel miguel@gs-cc.org 
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Utility Work to Affect Surrey Road Entrance
We have been informed by Fairfax County that utility workers will be installing new pipes along Surrey Road in coming weeks, and that the work may occur on Sundays. The entrance to our parking lot from Surrey Road may be closed temporarily, and several parking spaces may be affected.  We will keep you updated as information becomes available to us. Thank you for your patience.
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Faith Formation Registration
You may register in the office Monday through Friday, 10am - 4pm (Not on SUNDAYS.)  Click here for more details, including a list of open class sessions:
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National eGiving Day was June 20
Join Father Tom and put envelopes on a permanent summer vacation! Sign up for electronic giving with Faith Direct! 

Thank you for your year-round support of all the ministries and activities of Good Shepherd parish!
 
 
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"Loving as Christ loves, serving as Christ serves."

​Clergy Announcement from Bishop Loverde -
Thank you, Father Zacarías and Welcome, Father Báez!
On Saturday, June 11, Bishop Loverde announced a number of clergy assignments, effective June 29, two of which directly affect Good Shepherd Church. READ MORE
 
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Happy Father's Day!
Sunday, June 19 Today, we honor the men who nurture and love the children in their lives. We recognize these men as fathers, grandfathers, brothers, sons, uncles and god-fathers. We ask God's blessing for each one of them.
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Novena for Father's Day
June 19 - 28 Honor your father, grandfathers and all the men in your life, by enrolling them in our Father's Day Novena of Masses. Pick up a card and envelope in the office.
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You are invited: Knights of Columbus Pancake Breakfast 
Sunday, June 19 after 7:30, 9, and 10:30am Mass Thank you to the Knights of Columbus!
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Sharing Sunday for the St. Lucy Project
Saturday and Sunday, June 18/19 Your donation helps feed the hungry right here in the Arlington Diocese. Most needed items include: canned meats and vegetables, peanut butter, jelly, tuna, individual fruit cups, cereal, pasta. cooking oil, coffee, flour, and sugar.
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Young Adults in your 20s
Join us this Sunday, 7:30 - 9pm Drop by the Parlor Lounge after 6:30pm Mass for an informal gathering with light dinner and conversation. Connect with other young Catholics! Contact Jessica Rodgers, jessrodgers1190@gmail.com
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Traffic Reminders: No Parking in Fire Lanes or Unmarked Spots
For everyone’s safety, do not park in Fire Lanes (marked by signs and yellow painted curbs). Please obey all posted signs for speed limits, parking, and turns in the parking lot and neighboring streets. Please park only in marked spaces.
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Faith Formation Registration
You may register in the office Monday through Friday, 10am - 4pm (Not on SUNDAYS.) On-line registration is available for K-6 (English ONLY). Click here for more details, including a list of open class sessions:
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Read our Blog: The Shepherd's Watch!
Check out this blog for updates from our vibrant ministries, reflections from our clergy and staff, and much more! Click on the drop-down menu on the MEDIA tab on our website


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National eGiving Day is June 20
National eGiving Day is two weeks from today! It's time to celebrate convenience and consistent offertory. Sign up for eGiving with Faith Direct and simplify your giving! ‪#‎nationalegivingday

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"Loving as Christ loves, serving as Christ serves."

Bishop Loverde announced a number of clergy assignments, effective June 29, 2016, two of which directly affect Good Shepherd Church:

1. Father Zacarias Martinez, parochial vicar at Good Shepherd Church, will become a parochial vicar at Our Lady of Angels Church in Woodbridge; and
2. Father Ramon Baez, parochial vicar at Our Lady of Angels Church in Woodbridge, will become a parochial vicar at Good Shepherd Church.

During these coming weeks, let us thank Father Zacarias for his generous service to Good Shepherd Church during these past two years, and let us prepare to welcome Father Ramon to our parish community.

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El Obispo Loverde ha anunciado varios cambios en el clero. Los dos siguientes cambios, afectan directamente a El Buen Pastor:
1. El Padre Zacarías Martínez, vicario parroquial de El Buen Pastor, será el vicario parroquial de la parroquia Nuestra Señora de los Ángeles en Woodbridge; y
2. El Padre Ramón Báez, vicario parroquial de Nuestra Señora de los Ángeles en Woodbridge, será el vicario parroquial de El Buen Pastor.
Durante las próximas semanas, demos las gracias al Padre Zacarias por su generoso servicio a nuestra parroquia en los últimos dos años, y preparémonos en dar la bienvenida al Padre Ramón a nuestra familia parroquial!

​Book of the Month Discussion
Tuesday, June 14, 7:30pm. Join us to discuss the book God's Smuggler, by Brother Andrew.
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Novena for Father's Day June 19 - 28
Honor your father, grandfathers, brothers, uncles, godfathers and all the men in your life, by enrolling them in our Father's Day Novena of Masses. Pick up an offering card and envelope in the office. 
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Traffic Reminders: No Parking in Fire Lanes or Unmarked Spots
For everyone’s safety, do not park in Fire Lanes (marked by signs and yellow painted curbs). Please obey all posted signs for speed limits, parking, and turns in the parking lot and neighboring streets. Please park only in marked spaces.
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Faith Formation Registration
You may register in the office Monday through Friday, 10am-4pm (Not on SUNDAYS.) On-line registration is available for K-6 (English ONLY). Click here for more details, including a list of open class sessions:
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Read our Blog: The Shepherd's Watch!
Check out this blog for updates from our vibrant ministries, reflections from our clergy and staff, and much more! Click on the drop-down menu on the MEDIA tab on our website, or follow this link.

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National eGiving Day is June 20
National eGiving Day is two weeks from today! It's time to celebrate convenience and consistent offertory. Sign up for eGiving with Faith Direct and simplify your giving! ‪#‎nationalegivingday

 
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"Loving as Christ loves, serving as Christ serves."

​First Friday Adoration
Friday, June 3, after 9am Mass
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Sharing Sunday, June 4/5
Thank you for your generosity! This weekend, donations will support the UCM food pantry. Please bring a bag of non-perishable food to help our neighbors in need.
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Join us for Coffee and Donuts!
Sunday, June 5 after 7:30am, 9am and 10:30am Masses.
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Service Project to Support our Sharing Garden
Saturday, June 4, 9:30am
Volunteers are needed to install benches and plant flowers in our Sharing Garden. Please bring work gloves and closed-toe shoes. Food and drink provided. For information, contact: Susan Grunder, susan@gs-cc.org 
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Novena for Father's Day June 19 - 28
Honor your father, grandfathers, brothers, uncles, godfathers and all the men in your life, by enrolling them in our Father's Day Novena of Masses. Pick up an offering card and envelope in the office. 
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Traffic Reminders: No Parking in Fire Lanes or Unmarked Spots
For everyone’s safety, do not park in Fire Lanes (marked by signs and yellow painted curbs). Please obey all posted signs for speed limits, parking, and turns in the parking lot and neighboring streets. Please park only in marked spaces.
 ______________________________________
Faith Formation Registration
You may register in the office Monday through Friday, 10am-4pm (Not on SUNDAYS.) On-line registration is available for K-6 (English ONLY). Click here for more details, including a list of open class sessions:
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Read our Blog: The Shepherd's Watch!
Check out this blog for updates from our vibrant ministries, reflections from our clergy and staff, and much more! Click on the drop-down menu on the MEDIA tab on our website, or follow this link:


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Faith Direct: Relax! Switch to Online Giving!
Thank you for signing up for online giving with Faith Direct.  Your generosity supports the ministries of Good Shepherd parish, and using online giving helps us budget more efficiently, protect the environment ... and ends your weekly search for the checkbook and envelopes!
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"Loving as Christ loves, serving as Christ serves."