Here is the Link to the Confirmation Mass, Saturday, July 25, 2020 ~ Link provided by Janet Stern

Here is the Link for the Confirmation Mass

Saturday, July 25, 2020

Confirmation Mass

~ Link provided by Janet Stern

RISC Meeting with Mayor and Police Chief - Monday, 7.27.2020 at 12:15 p.m. ~ Information provided by Deacon Chris

Parishioners and Friends of St. Elizabeth, a congregational member of RISC, are invited to virtually attend a meeting this Monday, July 27, at 12:15 p.m., via Zoom. 

This is a meeting at which the leaders of the National Network for Safe Communities will be orienting the mayor and the police chief to the Group Violence Intervention principles and program that RISC has proposed to the City of Richmond.

To receive the link to join the meeting, please contact RISC lead organizer, Emily Small, at riscorg@gmail.com or at 386-8294.

Deacon Chris Barrett

Fr. Jim's Jots ~ Seventeenth Sunday in Ordinary Time, 7.26.2020

Fr. Jim's Jots!

Brothers and Sisters, by our love for one another, others will know we are baptized, that we are filled with the Spirit of God.

Five persons have responded to the voice of the Good Shepherd.  Saturday, July 25, 2020, our young adult members, DeShawn Goodwyn and Yves Uwimana were Confirmed.  Michael Anderson, Sylvia Ohree and Anthony Pena have fulfilled their journey through RCIA and will be welcomed into the Church and with faith, will experience the scriptures and Christian Life.  Congratulations to all.

Hopefully, soon, you all may meet my Mother, Patricia Arsenault, who now lives in Henrico, VA!

Put on the mind of Christ.

Blessings,

Fr. Jim

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Confirmation and RCIA at St. E's during the Coronavirus Pandemic - Saturday, July 25, 2020 ~ Photos by Connie Hom

Confirmation and RCIA at St. Elizabeth Catholic Church

CONGRATULATIONS!

Yves, DeShawn, Mike, Sylvia, Anthony

~ Photos by Connie Hom

St. Elizabeth Catholic Church Racial Conversation Survey - Confidential and Brief

Racial Conversation Survey

Following the death of George Floyd, and in recognition of ongoing systemic racism, a committee at St. Elizabeth is designing an activity for the parish.  We would like to know your experience and willingness to participate in such an activity.

The goal of the activity would be to deepen conversations/relationships around racial injustice among St. Elizabeth Parishioners.  Your answers to this short survey (approx. 5 min.) are completely confidential.

Contact Margaret at margaret.rittenhouse@gmail.com or Sr. Cora Marie at coramarie11@comcast.net with any questions you might have.  Thank you for completing the survey.  The last date to complete this survey is July 24, 2020.

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/QCK8LGD

Fr. Jim's Jots ~ Sixteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time, July 19, 2020

Fr. Jim's Jots

What can I do to make a difference during this difficult and challenging time?

In the words of Pope Francis:

* Fast from hurting words and say kind words.

* Fast from sadness and be filled with gratitude.

* Fast from anger and be filled with patience.

* Fast from pessimism and be filled with hope.

* Fast from worries and trust in God.

* Fast from complaints and contemplate simplicity.

* Fast from pressures and be prayerful.

* Fast from bitterness and fill your hearts with joy.

* Fast from selfishness and be compassionate to others.

* Fast from grudges and be reconciled.

* Fast from words and be silent so you can listen.

* Fast from hate and prejudice...

Put on the mind of Christ.

Blessings,

Fr. Jim

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A Video of How to Attend Mass at St. Elizabeth Church ~ Video Provided by Cecilia Hull

A few weeks ago, Cecelia produced a 4-minute video of Connie explaining how we have opened the church for Mass.  She posted the video, which now has updates because we have entered Phase 3. To learn of the updates and for more information about the protocol for Mass at St. E's, please click https://stelizcc.org/2020-protocols-mass/ 

~ Thanks to Cecelia Hull for providing this useful video.

Fr. Jim's Jots - Fifteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time, 7.12.2020

Fr. Jim's Jots!

Fr. Jim wishes to share His Excellency, Bishop Barry Knestock's letter concerning the 200th Anniversary of the Diocese of Richmond.

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July 2020 Birthdays at St. E's ~ Information provided by EJCooley

Mary Ann Allen, Melinda Mitchell, Desire Nahimana

Mary Baker, Roland Smith

Frank Beverley

Kayden Bragg

Cheryl Curbeam

Dallas Ellerbe-White

Samuel Gavilan

Carter Geissler

Helen Henrich, Carolyn Lawler

Doyle Hull, Ty'Shell Jones

Vanessa Khadiga

Marie Masse

Treshawn McCall

Patrick Merone

Diane Neylan

Hudson Plageman

Colin Schooler, Ken Soistman

Lucy Thompson

Cheryl Rosser, David Tindalll, Amanda Vaughan

Keon Wilkins

Diocese of Richmond Abuse Reporting Information - July 8, 2020

If you have suspicion or knowledge that a child is in immediate danger:

~ Dial 911

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If you have suspicion or knowledge of any type abuse of a current minor or elder:

~ CPS Hotline (within 24 hrs.) : 1-800-552-7096

~ Elder Abuse Hotline:  1-888-832-3858

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If you have suspicion or knowledge of an incident of sexual abuse of a current minor or vulnerable adult in the context of the Catholic Church:

~ CPS Hotline (within 24 hrs.): 1-800-552-7096

~ Elder Abuse Hotline (within 24 hrs.): 1-888-832-3858

~ Attorney General Hotline/Local Law Enforcement: 1-833-454-9064

~ Victim Assistance Coordinator:  1-877-887-9603

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If you have suspicion or knowledge of an incident of sexual abuse of a minor in the context of the Catholic Church who is no longer a minor:

~ Attorney General Hotline/Local Law Enforcement: 1-833-454-9064

~ Victim Assistance Coordinator: 1-877-887-9603

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"Racial Justice and the Catholic Church" - A 4-Week Course on Zoom! ~ Information Provided by Cecilia Hull

The Cathedral of the Sacred Heart is offering a 4-week study and discussion via Zoom on the book, "Racial Justice and the Catholic Church" by Fr. Bryan Massingale, Wednesdays July 29 and August 5, 12, and 19, 7-8 p.m.  No cost except for the purchase of the book.

Deacons Charles Williams and Chris Malone will lead.  For more information or to sign up, contact Joy Weir at jweir@richmondcathedral.org

Social Justice - Calling for People of Color - Our Parish Social Justice Committee ~ Info Provided by Deacon Chris Barrett

Calling for People of Color

Our Parish Social Justice committee is now focused entirely on issues of racial inequity; e.g., in economic, educational, healthcare, housing, and transportation opportunities.  But the elephant in the Zoom (our meetings are still by Zoom) is that we're a very white committee.  We invite any interested parishioners, but especially our Black parishioners, to join our committee, which ordinarily meets once a month. 

Next meeting is Wednesday, July 22, at 7 p.m., via Zoom.  To join or for more info, contact Chris at 804-266-3596 or at cbarrett@stelizcc.org.





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Fr. Jim's Jots ~ 14th Sunday in Ordinary Time, 7.5.2020, Including the 4th of July

Fr. Jim's Jots

Prayer for the 4th of July

Lord, Holy Father, almighty and eternal God, who are perfect unity and true charity.  Watch over our Nation during this difficult time.  May we be united, as your Sons and Daughters turn to You with trust and perseverance to reject hatred and fear and walk as Brothers and Sisters in Christ.

I pray everyone has a safe and enjoyable 4th of July! 

Updates:

Our 8:30 a.m. live, in person Mass will continue in Church on Sundays, until further notice.  You must practice social/physical distancing, wear a mask, give your contact information - in case someone who attends has the virus, and we can contact you.  There will be no music and you will receive Communion in your hands after you sanitize your hands.

Our 10:00 a.m. Zoom Mass will continue until further notice.  Office hours, Tuesday - Friday from 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.  You must call for an appointment and wear a mask.  (804-329-4599)

We are starting to plan all Fall formation classes on every level to be held via Zoom.  More information to follow.

Thanks for your kind and generous help to keep our ministries going, your E-giving and mailed envelopes has been a blessing.  Thank you!

Blessings, 

Fr. Jim

P.S. On a personal note, my Mother, Patricia "Pat" Arsenault will be moving from Naples, Florida to Richmond at the end of July.  I am driving down to Florida and will help with the move.  I have been asked to get the coronavirus test and to quarantine myself for two weeks prior to this move which is July 20.  I will be away from Thursday, July 16 to July 22.

P.S.  If you would like to chat or celebrate the Sacrament of Reconciliation, give me a call... Fr. Jim, cell 804-221-1508.

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