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    Advent Begins this Sunday

    11/25/2015

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    THANKSGIVING MASS - COME GIVE THANKS!
    Thursday, November 26, 9:00am.  
    (10:30am in Spanish)

    OFFICE CLOSED NOVEMBER 26 & 27 for THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY
    Classes, meetings and all activities in the building are canceled. Rosary and Mass take place as scheduled.


    ADVENT BEGINS THIS SUNDAY
    We invite you to join us for prayer, service and reflection this Advent. Details in our Advent Brochure and on our web site. All are invited to bring their Advent wreath to Mass this weekend to receive a blessing!

    CHRISTMAS ORNAMENT
    Beautiful keepsake ornament on sale, $20. Makes a special gift to commemorate First Communion, Baptism, Confirmation, or other significant event. Available in the parish office, Monday - Friday, 9am-5pm.


    SIGN UP NOW FOR "Journey to the Manger"
    Our Faith Formation team has put together a great family-friendly event on Saturday, December 5, 6-8pm. The evening of crafts, costumes, dinner and fun is free, but space is limited. Help us plan by signing up HERE. 


    CHILDREN'S NATIVITY BREAKFAST
    Plan to take the kids to the Knights of Columbus Hall Saturday, December 5 at 9am for pancakes, games, crafts, and a visit from Santa! Call 703-360-1964 to RSVP (Choose Option #4) 


    THANK YOU FOR USING FAITH DIRECT!
    Switching from envelopes to Faith Direct is one way to help the parish. Even if your giving amount stays the same, switching to Faith Direct helps the parish budget more efficiently, and saves the time and expense of using paper envelopes. Information and sign up HERE
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    Happy Thanksgiving - and Happy Advent

    11/21/2015

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    Highlights: 
    • Sunday is the Feast of Christ the King - Join us for Mass this weekend as we conclude the liturgical year with the celebration of "Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe."
    • Jesse Tree Celebration: Family-friendly activity this Saturday, November 21, 6 - 8pm. Make ornaments for your own Jesse Tree and trace Jesus' family tree through the Bible from creation to His birth. CLICK HERE
    • Celebration of Our Lady Queen of Peace, Patroness of El Salvador: Sunday, November 22. We have special celebrations at the 2pm Spanish Mass. Children wear traditional dress and present flowers at the Offertory. Food sale and dance presentation following Mass. 
    • Christmas Ornament - Beautiful keepsake ornament on sale, $20. Makes a special gift to commemorate First Communion, Baptism, Confirmation, or other significant event. Available in the parish office, Monday - Friday, 9am-5pm, and after selected Masses this Sunday.
    • Sign up now for "Journey to the Manger" - Our Faith Formation team has put together a great family-friendly event on Saturday, December 5, 6-8pm. The evening of crafts, costumes, dinner and fun is free, but space is limited. Help us plan by signing up HERE. 

    Advent Brochure Available!
    Opportunities for prayer, reflection and fellowship. Find it in your Sunday Bulletin or on our website HERE 

    Thanksgiving Mass - Come Give Thanks!
    Thursday, November 26
    9am English Mass
    10:30am Spanish Mass


    Super Service Saturday and Campout a Success!
    Many thanks to all who planned, participated and prayed so that these events were a big success!
    Check out some photos HERE.





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    Busy Weekend Nov 14/15!

    11/13/2015

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    November 12, 2015 
     

    This Weekend: 
    • Super Service Saturday - November 14, 1-4pmActivities for the whole family. CLICK HERE
    • Homeless for a Night - Campout to raise awareness about homelesness,Saturday, November 14 to Sunday, November 15 CLICK HERE
    • Sharing Sunday - Thank you for your donations of groceries for the St. Lucy Project (Catholic Charities).
    • Pancake Breakfast - After Masses Sundaymorning. Join us for a hot breakfast, thanks to the Knights of Columbus.
    • Christmas Shopping this weekend:
      • Fair Trade Sale - Do your Christmas shopping at the Catholic Relief Services Fair Trade Sale after all Masses this weekend!
      • Advent Wreaths and Candles - Prepare your home for the first Sundayof Advent (Nov. 29). 
      • Christmas Ornament - Beautiful keepsake ornament on sale, $20. Makes a special gift to commemorate First Communion, Baptism, Confirmation, or other significant event. Available at the Pancake Breakfast, and in the parish office, Monday - Friday,9am-5pm.
      • Christmas Cards "Keep Christ in Christmas" - Cards for sale from the Knights of Columbus.

    FY2016 - 1st Quarter Report Available
    Read a summary of our First Quarter financial results CLICK HERE, and a summary of our International Festival income report CLICK HERE.
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    Spaghetti Dinner Saturday, November 7

    11/5/2015

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    Spaghetti Dinner this Weekend
    Saturday, November 7, 5-7:30pm  
    The best italian dinner in town!
    $8/adult or $16/whole family


    Office Closed on Veterans Day

    Wednesday, November 11
    Office closed: No meetings, classes or activities.

    Note: the liturgical schedule does not change: 
    Mass (9am), Eucharistic Adoration (6pm)

    and Confession (6 - 7pm) held as usual.


    Keepsake Ornament 
    Christmas Ornament: Beautiful keepsake ornament on sale, $20. Makes a special gift to commemorate First Communion, Baptism, Confirmation, or other significant event. Available at Pancake Breakfast (Nov. 15), Coffee and donuts (Dec. 6), and in the parish office (Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm).


    Sign Up Now: 
    • Super Service Saturday - November 14, 1-4pm Activities for the whole family. CLICK HERE
    • Homeless for a Night - Campout to raise awareness about homelesness, Saturday, November 14 to Sunday, November 15 CLICK HERE



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