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    Weekly Update: October 27 - November 3, 2016

    10/27/2016

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    ​This Weekend at Good Shepherd:
    • Fourth Grade Mass - Saturday, October 29, 5pm. Join our 4th graders as they participate in the 5pm Vigil Mass. Followed by hospitality.
    • Small Acts of Mercy (SAM) Weekend - Saturday and Sunday, October 29 and 30. Join us this weekend by volunteering, camping out or visiting the Ministry Celebration! Live your life one small act of mercy at a time! For information, visit: gs-cc.org/samweekend
    • Mass with Anointing of the Sick and Blessing for Caregivers - Saturday, 10:30am. All individuals in need of physical and spiritual healing, and their caretakers, are invited for this special Mass with Father Tom. Followed by a reception in Creedon Hall.
    • Second Collection to help victims of Hurricane Matthew - The Diocese of Arlington will have a second collection this weekend. We give thanks to God for the ability, in times of difficulty, to call on one another for strength and compassion. Thanks for your prayer and generosity! To donate now, CLICK HERE
    • NO Faith Formation Classes: Monday, October 31

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    All Saint's Day Mass - Holy Day of Obligation
    Tuesday, November 1
    6:30, 9am and 6pm
    (7:30pm in Spanish)

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    Mass of Remembrance
    Wednesday, November 2, 7pm
    Join us for this celebration where we pray for our deceased family members and friends, and especially for those who died during the past year.

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    Novena for All Souls
    November 2 - 11, at all Masses
    During November, remember your deceased loved ones in a Novena of Masses. Pick up a card in the office.

     
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    Pipe Repair Work on Surrey Drive
    Fairfax County has begun repairs on underground storm pipes adjacent to Surrey Drive. (The work is separate from sewer work currently being done.) The project is expected to take 5 weeks. Please heed all signs and directions to stay out of the work area. Thank you for your help!
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    National Novena in Preparation for the Election
    Sunday, October 30 - Monday, November 7
    Join us in prayer to the Virgin Mary, the Immaculate Conception, Patroness of the United States. Read the prayer HERE
     
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    Resources in an Election Year: Faithful Citizenship
    • See this week's Arlington Catholic Herald for the series by Bishop Loverde on Forming our Consciences in this election year. READ MORE
    • USCCB: Faithful Citizenship and Forming Our Consciences READ MORE
    • VA Catholic Conference: Election Resources READ MORE
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    "Loving as Christ loves, serving as Christ serves."
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    Weekly Update: October 20 - 27, 2016

    10/21/2016

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    Confirmation this Weekend with Bishop Loverde!
    Please keep our 152 candidates in your prayers as the receive the Sacrament of Confirmation this Saturday!

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    Offertory Renewal 2017 - Thank you!
    Thank you to the over 700 families who made a commitment to share their gifts with our Church! If you haven't made a commitment and wish to do so, please pick up an envelope on the Information Counter, or CLICK HERE.
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    FCPS Family Life Education
    During this school year, Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) will introduce revised lesson plans for Family Life Education (FLE), with lessons that are contrary to the truth about human sexuality. We urge families to become informed about the material in the FLE lessons and consider exercising their right to opt out of FLE lessons. See the color-coded guide in this weekend's bulletin for more information, and become informed about the material in the lessons for each grade level and the opt-out form: Elementary School OR  Middle School OR  High School. The guide is an excellent resource for parents as you decide which lessons are appropriate or inappropriate for your children.
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    Pipe Repair Work on Surrey Drive
    Fairfax County will begin repairs on underground storm pipes adjacent to Surrey Drive this week. (The work is separate from sewer work currently being done.) The project is expected to take 5 weeks. Please heed all signs and directions to stay out of the work area. Thank you for your help!
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    Small Acts of Mercy (SAM) Weekend
    Saturday and Sunday, October 29 and 30
    • Donate Food for SAM Weekend! - Share food with our brothers and sisters who are hungry. Mark your donations "for SAM" and place in the sharingSunday bin. For more information, CLICK HERE. Thanks for your generosity!
    • 4th Annual Homeless Campout - Experience what it is like to be homeless for a night. Begins on Saturday and concludes Sunday with a prayer breakfast. Register by Monday, October 24. Information and registration HERE

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    Help Victims of Hurricane Matthew  
    Second Collection NEXT Weekend: October 29 and 30
    Hurricane Matthew devastated significant parts of the Southeastern United States and a number of Caribbean nations, particularly Haiti. The Diocese of Arlington will have a second collection next weekend. We give thanks to God for the ability, in times of difficulty, to call on one another for strength and compassion. Thanks for your prayer and generosity! To donate now, CLICK HERE
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    High School Rally
    Sunday, October 23 at Bishop O'Connell High School
    Join us for the biggest gathering of HS teens in our diocese! Sign up today!
    We will depart from Good Shepherd at 10:30am and return at 10pm.
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    Altar Server Refresher Training with Father Ramon  
    Sunday, October 23, 3:30 - 5pm
    All current servers are encouraged to attend!
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    Greater Washington Immigration Film Festival
    Sunday, October 23, 5 - 6:30pm 
    Mt. Vernon Unitarian Church, 1901 Windmill Ln (off Fort Hunt Rd)

    Double feature documentary screening of "Deportation of Innocence" and "My Grandma's American Dream." Learn more about the issues faced by immigrants and their children. INFO
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    The Bible Timeline Begins!
    Monday, October 24, 7pm
    All invited! Experience the life-changing power of God's Word. Register HERE 
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    Counseling Services at Good Shepherd
    Wednesdays, 12 - 8pm
    Good Shepherd has partnered with Catholic Charities to provide counseling services on a sliding scale fee, to all those seeking assistance. For information, or to schedule an appointment, please call: Hannah Navarro, 703-224-1630. 
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    Resources in an Election Year: Faithful Citizenship
    • See this week's Arlington Catholic Herald for the series by Bishop Loverde onForming our Consciences in this election year. READ MORE
    • USCCB: Faithful Citizenship and Forming Our Consciences READ MORE
    • VA Catholic Conference: Election Resources READ MORE
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    "Loving as Christ loves, serving as Christ serves."
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    Weekly Update: October 13 - 20, 2016

    10/13/2016

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    ​This Weekend:
    • Pilgrimage to Mount St. Mary's - Spaces Still Available on the Bus! Saturday, October 15 (8am - 4pm) Join parishioners and Father Tom for a pilgrimage to Mount St. Mary's in Emmitsburg, MD. Transportation is available, limited space on the bus. Register online. 
    • Offertory Renewal 2017 - Saturday and Sunday Prayerfully consider making a commitment to share the gifts you have received. Thank you for your support! 
    • Pancake Breakfast! - Sunday, after all morning Masses Thanks to the Knights of Columbus! 
    • Sharing Sunday - Your donations of non-perishable food helps St. Lucy's Project of Catholic Charities. Most needed items: canned meats (chicken, corned beef, spam), peanut butter, jelly, tuna, canned vegetables (corn, green beans), individual fruit cups, canned fruit, cereal, pasta (regular and gluten-free), instant potatoes, macaroni & cheese kits, coffee, cooking oil, flour, sugar and Giant, Safeway and Wal-mart gift cards.
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    Help Victims of Hurricane Matthew
    As we pray for all those affected by natural disasters, donations can be made via Catholic Relief Services or Catholic Charities.
     
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    All Liturgical Ministers: Join us for Holy Hour
    Wednesday, October 19, 6pm
    Come to a prayer service with Father Tom, followed by refreshments and fellowship.
     

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    Revelations Bible Study with Father Ramon 
    Mondays, 7pm
    Learn more about the Book of Revelations, often considered one of the most mysterious and misunderstood books of the Bible. No registration required.
     
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    Counseling Services Available at Good Shepherd
    Wednesdays, 12 - 8pm
    Good Shepherd has partnered with Catholic Charities to provide counseling services on a sliding scale fee, to all those seeking assistance. For information, or to schedule an appointment, please call: Hannah Navarro, 703.224.1630.
     

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    Resources in an Election Year: Faithful Citizenship
    • See this week's Arlington Catholic Herald for the series by Bishop Loverde onForming our Consciences in this election year. READ MORE
    • USCCB: Faithful Citizenship and Forming Our Consciences READ MORE
    • VA Catholic Conference: Election Resources READ MORE
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    FORMED - Adult Faith Formation at Home
    an on-line tool making top quality Catholic content available On Demand, on multiple devices. This resource is FREE to ALL PARISHIONERS. To start using FORMED:  
    1. Go to www.formed.org
    2. Enter Parish Code - TWR8NG
    3. Complete your profile to receive ID and Password.
    4. Log In and begin enjoying the fabulous content!
    Start getting "Formed" today! 
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    Youth Events
    • High School Rally, Sunday, October 23. Sign up now for the biggest gathering of HS teens in our diocese!
    • Youth Groups (YG) - Middle School YG meets Thursdays at 6:30pm and High School YG meets Sundays, 7:30pm 
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    "Loving as Christ loves, serving as Christ serves."
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    Weekly Update: October 6 - 13, 2016

    10/6/2016

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    Bishop Burbidge appointed fourth bishop of Arlington

    Bishop of Raleigh, Michael F. Burbidge, 59, will assume leadership of our diocese during a Mass of Installation on Tuesday, December 6, 2016. Until that time, Bishop Loverde will serve as Apostolic Administrator of the Diocese. For more information about Bishop Burbidge and the transition, along with the complete video of the press conference CLICK HERE 
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    First Friday Adoration
    Friday, October 7
    Join us for 9am Mass followed by Eucharistic Adoration.
     
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    Columbus Day Holiday - Parish Office CLOSED
    Sunday and Monday, October 9 and 10

    Office Hours:
    Thursday and Friday, October 6 and 7: 9am - 6pm
    Saturday, October 8: CLOSED

     
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    Pilgrimage to Mount St. Mary's - Limited Space on the Bus

    Saturday, October 15 (approximately 8am - 4pm) 
    Join parishioners and Father Tom for a pilgrimage to Mount St. Mary's in Emmitsburg, MD. Transportation is available, limited space on the bus. Please registeronline. 

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    Counseling Services Available at Good Shepherd
    Wednesdays, 12 - 8pm
    Good Shepherd has partnered with Catholic Charities to provide counseling services on a sliding scale fee, to all those seeking assistance. For information, or to schedule an appointment, please call: Hannah Navarro, 703.224.1630. 
     
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    Resources in an Election Year: Faithful Citizenship
    • See this week's Arlington Catholic Herald for the series by Bishop Loverde onForming our Consciences in this election year. READ MORE
    • USCCB: Faithful Citizenship and Forming Our Consciences READ MORE
    • VA Catholic Conference: Election Resources READ MORE
    ______________________________________
     
    FORMED - Adult Faith Formation at Home
    an on-line tool making top quality Catholic content available On Demand, on multiple devices. This resource is FREE to ALL PARISHIONERS. To start using FORMED:  
    1. Go to www.formed.org
    2. Enter Parish Code - TWR8NG
    3. Complete your profile to receive ID and Password.
    4. Log In and begin enjoying the fabulous content!
    Start getting "Formed" today! 
     
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    Youth Events
    • High School Lock-In - Saturday and Sunday, October 8 and 9. Sign up nowfor our overnight retreat! Deadline to register is today, Thursday, October 5.
    • Youth Groups (YG) - Middle School YG resumes on Thursday, October 6, 6:30pm and High School YG continues to meet on Sundays, 7:30pm 
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    "Loving as Christ loves, serving as Christ serves."


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    8710 Mount Vernon Highway Alexandria, Virginia 22309
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