Dear Parishioners,In our Gospel this weekend, Jesus completes his 40 days of Satan's temptation in the desert. We are in the initial days of our 40 days of prayer, fasting and almsgiving. May you and your family prayerfully consider how you will spend this Lent to build your personal relationship with the Lord.
The third installment of the Parish Pastoral Council Newsletter can be found HERE on St. Mary's website.
Into the Breach-Men tend to have a "protective instinct" in crisis situations. Do you have what it takes to "stand in the breach"? Join Fr. Fields to learn how and why Catholic men stand for life at our next Into the Breach gathering on Saturday, February 21, at 7:30 AM. First-timers and friends are always welcome. Join us with the Zoom meeting link,
HERE. and password 20852.
Online Youth Group Lenten Reflection, Sunday, February 21, 7:00-8:00 pm. All high school teens are invited to koin the youth group as we kick-off Lent together! We will reflect on Lenten prayer, fasting and almsgiving through games and discussion. Teens can join the meeting HERE, and the password, 20852.
Online Lenten Bible Study, Tuesdays, beginning February 23rd 7-8:30 pm, All adults of St. Mary's are invited to join us for an 8-week Bible study this Lent, "Wisdom: God's Vision for Life"! We'll use weekly videos and discussion on the Bible's wisdom literature to learn how to seek guidance from God in navigating life. We'll meet each week virtually HERE with the password, 20852. Please e-mail [email protected] to RSVP or for any questions. We look forward to growing in faith and wisdom with you this Lent!
Confessionswill continue to be held on Wednesdays from 5:00-6:00pm and Saturdays at 1:00-2:00 pm throughout Lent. Two priests will be available. You may also make an appointment for confession by calling the parish office during business hours M-F, 9 am to 5pm.
The next
Parish Rosary, (virtually) is
Sunday, February 28 at 12:30 pm. Join us in prayer to Our Blessed Mother,
HERE.
Troop 472 Mulch Sale - On Saturday, March 27, Saint Mary's Scout Troops 472 Boys & Girls will hold their annual fund-raising mulch sale. Premium Hardwood Mulch, $5.50 per 3 cubic foot bag (50 – 80 lbs), FREE DELIVERY on all orders of 20 bags or more, $5 delivery charge for orders of less than 20 bags. Delivery provided for those residing within a 8-mile radius of Saint Mary’s. PRESS HERE TO ORDER ONLINE OR PRESS HERE FOR THE FLYER AND PAPER ORDER FORM.
Adult Confirmation Classes-Are you or do you know a Catholic adult who has never been confirmed? We invite you to join us for a six-week class that will prepare you to receive your Confirmation on Pentecost this May! The classes will be held weekly starting on the week of April 5th, either through Zoom video calls or outdoor meetings., to be scheduled at a date and format based on participant availability. To join or ask any questions, please contact Minister of Religious Education, Thomas Patchan, at [email protected] or 301-762-8750.