Blog Archives

Preparing to Say Happy New Year

12/30/2015

NEW YEAR'S EVE EUCHARISTIC ADORATION
Thursday, December 31st, 9:45am - 4:30pm. All are welcome on the last day of 2015 to spend time with Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament.

SOLEMNITY OF MARY, MOTHER OF GOD - Holy Day of Obligation

Thursday, December 31 - Vigil Mass, 5:00pm (7:00pm in Spanish)
Friday, January 1 - 9:00am, 10:30am (2:00pm in Spanish)
NOTE: No First Friday Eucharistic Adoration on January 1 due to the Holy Day schedule.

NEW YEAR'S MESSAGE FROM BISHOP LOVERDE
Read a letter from Bishop Loverde for the World Day of Peace, January 1, 2016 - CLICK HERE

THIS WEEKEND AT GOOD SHEPHERD

Epiphany Creche Exhibit - Stop by the beautiful exhibit of creches from around the world.
Sharing Sunday - Thank you for donations of groceries to stock the UCM pantry.
Coffee and Donuts - Join us for fellowship after Mass Sunday morning.
RE Classes Resume Sunday - Welcome back, students and catechists!

JUBILEE PHOTO DIRECTORY HAS ARRIVED!

For families who had their photo taken: pick up your free copy of the Directory after Mass this weekend at the Information Counter.
Directories also for sale at $5 a copy.

HOLIDAY OFFICE HOURS - CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS
Please note modifications to office hours during the Christmas season.

MARCH FOR LIFE - FRIDAY, JANUARY 22
Transportation to the Rally and March for Life in Washington DC provided by the Knights of Columbus. CLICK HERE for info and to reserve a spot on the bus.

THANK YOU FOR USING FAITH DIRECT!
Make a New Year's resolution to help your parish by switching from envelopes to Faith Direct. 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.

0 Comments

Enjoying the Christmas Season

12/26/2015

0 Comments

YEAR OF MERCY - Pilgrimage to Franciscan Monastery
As part of our celebrations for the Jubilee Year of Mercy, we are planning a Pilgrimage to the beautiful Franciscan Monastery in DC on Tuesday, December 29. Plan to join us for a private tour and Mass with Father Tom. Contact Miguel for more info or CLICK HERE.

HOLIDAY OFFICE HOURS - CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS
Please note modifications to office hours during the Christmas season.

PARISH CALENDAR AVAILABLE - DECEMBER 26/27
Pick up your free calendar after Mass the weekend of December 27.

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.

0 Comments

Countdown to Christmas!

12/22/2015

0 Comments

ADVENT ACTIVITIES

Help Decorate for Christmas - Wednesday, December 23, 10am - 12pm. Many hands make light labor! Your help is appreciated!

Las Posadas - The nine-day event concludes tomorrow (Wednesday) at6:30pm. Families portray Mary and Joseph's journey from Nazareth to Bethlehem. There will be a small party this evening.

Simbang Gabi Mass - Simbang Gabi, a 9-day Novena to spiritually prepare for the birth of Christ, is a long-standing Catholic Filipino tradition. Masses are held at parishes around the Arlington Diocese. Today's Mass will be celebrated at GS, 7:00pm.

Jesse Tree (ongoing) Check out the Jesse Tree in the Commons as we add a new ornament each day to tell the story of Christmas. LEARN MORE

CHRISTMAS MASS SCHEDULE - Join us to celebrate!
Christmas Eve, Thursday, December 24
4pm*, 6pm, 8pm, 10pm
(midnight in Spanish)
*4pm Mass in the church and Creedon Hall; parking and shuttle Mt. Vernon HS
Christmas Day, Friday, December 25
9am, 10:30am
(2pm in Spanish)

YEAR OF MERCY - Pilgrimage to Franciscan Monastery
As part of our celebrations for the Jubilee Year of Mercy, we are planning a Pilgrimage to the beautiful Franciscan Monastery in DC on Tuesday, December 29. Plan to join us for a private tour and Mass with Father Tom. Contact Miguel for more info or CLICK HERE.

HOLIDAY OFFICE HOURS - CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS
Please note modifications to office hours during the Christmas season.

PARISH CALENDAR AVAILABLE - DECEMBER 26/27
Pick up your free calendar after Mass the weekend of December 27.

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.

0 Comments

Year of Mercy has Begun and Advent Activities Continue

12/10/2015

0 Comments

FEAST OF OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE Patroness of the Americas
Saturday, December 12

5:00am Mañanitas (a musical serenade) and Mass (in Spanish), followed by a reception with hot chocolate and pastries.
9:00am Mass (in English)
7:30pm Fiesta with music, traditional dances and a food sale after the 6:30pm Spanish Mass.

ADVENT ACTIVITIES
(Check out our website for details on these activities and more: CLICK HERE)

Lessons and Carols Sunday, December 13, 4:30pm Join us for music and scripture in celebration of Advent and anticipation of Christmas.

Giving Tree - Deadline this Sunday - Make the holiday brighter for over 1,000 children in our community. Take an ornament from our Giving Tree, purchase a gift and bring the new unwrapped gift to our drop-off bin by Sunday, Dec. 13.

Evening of Reconciliation - Prepare your heart for Christmas and experience God's loving mercy! Monday, December 14 with two sessions: 4:30-5:30pm and6:30-8:00pm.

Las Posadas - begins Tuesday, December 15 (Monday - Friday, 6:30pm). Families portray Mary and Joseph's journey from Nazareth to Bethlehem.

Gift Wrapping (to benefit Alice's Kids) - Saturday, Dec. 19, 9am-2pm at Good Shepherd. Drop off your gifts to be beautifully wrapped by volunteers. Proceeds benefit local non-profit (and recipient of a Shepherd's Gate Grant).

Jesse Tree (ongoing) Check out the Jesse Tree in the Commons as we add a new ornament each day to tell the story of Christmas. LEARN MORE

CHRISTMAS MASS SCHEDULE
Christmas Eve, Thursday, December 24
4pm*, 6pm, 8pm, 10pm
(midnight in Spanish)
*4pm Mass in the church and Creedon Hall; parking and shuttle Mt. Vernon HS
Christmas Day, Friday, December 25
9am, 10:30am
(2pm in Spanish)

YEAR OF MERCY - Pilgrimage to Franciscan Monastery
As part of our celebrations for the Jubilee Year of Mercy, we are planning a Pilgrimage to the beautiful Franciscan Monastery in DC on Tuesday, December 29. Plan to join us for a private tour and Mass with Father Tom. Contact Miguel for more info.

THANK YOU - JOURNEY TO THE MANGER WAS A SUCCESS!
Many thanks to all those who made the event possible with their hard work and planning! And many thanks to all who came and participated! Check out photoson Facebook.

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.

0 Comments

Second Week of Advent Begins Sunday

12/5/2015

0 Comments

ADVENT ACTIVITIES
(Check out our website for details on these activities and more:
CLICK HERE)

Advent Retreat Saturday, December 5, 9:30am - 2:00pm Take time to center on the reason for the season. LEARN MORE
Children's Nativity Breakfast Saturday, December 5, 9am, Knights of Columbus Hall. Pancakes, crafts, and a visit from Santa! Call 703-360-1964 to RSVP (Choose Option #4)
Journey to the Manger - FREE FAMILY EVENT Saturday, December 5, 6 - 8pmVBS-style program with games, food, and fun! Register online to help us prepare. CLICK HERE (space is limited!)
Lessons and Carols Sunday, December 13, 4:30pm Prayer and music in celebration of Advent and anticipation of Christmas.
Jesse Tree (ongoing) Check out the Jesse Tree in the Commons as we add a new ornament each day to tell the story of Christmas. LEARN MORE

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 6 SECOND SUNDAY OF ADVENT

Join us for Coffee and Donuts! -Sunday, after all morning and noonMasses.
Sharing Sunday for UCM! -Saturday and Sunday, December 5/6. Bring back a tote bag filled with your donations of non-perishable food. Thank you!
Christmas Ornament Sale - Beautiful keepsake ornament on sale, $20. Makes a special gift to commemorate First Communion, Baptism, Confirmation, or other significant event. Available after Masses Sunday morning, and in the parish office, Monday - Friday, 9am-5pm.
Giving Tree - Make the holiday brighter for over 1,000 children in our community. Take an ornament from our Giving Tree, purchase a gift and bring the new unwrapped gift to our drop-off bin by Sunday, December 13.

"YEAR OF MERCY" BEGINS TUESDAY, DECEMBER 8
Pope Francis has declared December 8, 2015 - November 20, 2016
an Extraordinary Jubilee - a year to focus on and celebrate God's mercy. Read Pope Francis' prayer for the Jubilee, learn about special "Doors of Mercy" around the world, and learn ways you can participate: CLICK HERE

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.

0 Comments

Preparing to Say Happy New Year

Enjoying the Christmas Season

Countdown to Christmas!

Year of Mercy has Begun and Advent Activities Continue

Second Week of Advent Begins Sunday

Sunday Bulletins

Email Newsletters

News Archives

Categories