Pastor's Notes - 09/30/2018

Last weekend I spoke at all the Masses on the topic of Stewardship focusing on generosity. I thank all of you who do contribute to the financial support of the parish. Parts of the parish mission can only be taken care of with money. Yes, there are parts, which the volunteers provide thereby saving us lots of money, but there are some parts that only money can take care of. Again, thank you for your generosity!
 
Our program “Fulfilling the Mission of Jesus”  is this weekend at all Masses. We encourage all parishioners to complete and turn in our Commitment Cards to the church. The Commitment Card contains information on how to plan your increased offertory gift to the church, and asks for your commitment over the next year. If you have any questions regarding this program, or how to give electronically, please contact the parish office.
 
There have been no updates in regard to the formation of a regional Catholic school system, the recommendation which the pastors received from the Washington Area Steering Committee. This endeavor would be the result of the six schools and ten parishes working together. I do not expect anything until late October or even November.
 
We will be having a second collection on Saturday and Sunday, October 13 and 14 for the Permanent Diaconate. Our deacons and future deacons will be sharing some words with us on the weekend before all the Masses.
 
Thank you for all the sacrifices which you make to aid us in “Fulfilling the Mission of Jesus.”

Thank you for all you do!

Pastor