It's Time to Announce the June Birthdays! ~ Info Provided by EJCooley

 

Howard Braxton, Magdeleine Shishi

Thomas Brown

Traven Carter, Jessica L'Heureux

Joyce Coy

Ellen Edwards, Chanda Kim Ford

Kenya Gray

Stephanie Horton, Anjolie L/Heureux

Thomas Jardim

Rejean L'Heureux

Monique Moody, Vince Neylan

Mark Muirtagh

Ernest Ponton

Jeffrey Schooler

Emma Stell, Henry Stell

Scott Stell

Barbara Williford

Larry Williford, Lauren Winston

It's Time for a New Directory! Here's the Information so YOU can be Included!

 

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Fr. Jim's Jots ~ Letter from the Bishop Announcing Fr. Jim as Pastor of St. Elizabeth Catholic Church!

Fr. Jim's Jots!

Trinity Sunday, May 30, 2021

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I am grateful for the opportunity to serve as your Pastor.  I look forward to a future where we grow in Christ together.  You can see the complete list of pastoral assignments online.

Blessings,

Fr. Jim

*** BTW, PLEASE WISH FR. JIM A HAPPY BIRTHDAY, MAY 31, 2021!

Fr. Jim, our PASTOR!!!! Congratulations!

 

Bishop Knestout announced clergy assignments starting July 5, 2021.  CONGRATULATIONS to our priest who is now our PASTOR!

Click HERE to see all the new assignments.

Pentecost Sunday at St. Elizabeth's with Fr. Dan and Our Soon-to-be Larger Choir - May 23, 2021 ~ Photos by Connie Hom

Pentecost Sunday with our Guest priest and homilist, Fr. Dan.  We had a few choir members present also to "make a joyful noise!"

~ Photos by Connie Hom

Covid Update! - List of COVID Walk-Up Events!

COVID UPDATE!

Here is a list of Walk-up COVID-19 Vaccination Events.  Please Note: Children ages 12-15 may only attend Pfizer events

** Tues 5/25:  9 a.m. to 12 p.m., Peter Paul DC, 1708 N. 22nd St., Richmond, 23223 (Moderna) ** 2 p.m. to 3 p.m., Hillside RC, 1615 Glenfield Ave, Richmond, 23224 (Moderna) ** 12 p.m. to 5 p.m., George Wythe High School, 4314 Crutchfield St., Richmond, 23225 (Pfizer and J&J)

** Wed 5/26: 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., Richmond International Raceway, 600 E Laburnum Ave, Richmond, 23222 (Pfizer) ** 9-11:30 a.m./1 p.m. tp 3:30 p.m., Diversity Thrift, 1407 Sherwood Ave, Richmond, 23220 (Moderna)  * 3 p.m. to 6 p.m., George Wythe High School, 4314 Crutchfield St., Richmond, 23225 (Pfizer and J&J)

** Thurs 5/27:  8 a.m. to 6 p.m., Richmond International Raceway, 600 E Laburnum Ave, Richmond, 23222 (Pfizer) ** 12 p.m., St. Thomas Food Pantry, 3602 Hawthorne Ave, Richmond, 23222 (Moderna)

** Fri 5/28: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Virginia Union University, 1359 W. Graham Rd, Richmond, 23220 (Pfizer)

If you prefer another vaccination at another time, you can schedule an appointment online at vax.rchd.com or call 804-205-3501.  You can visit http://vaccinefinder.org to find a pharmacy in your area.

FREE INTERNATIONAL WEBINAR - "Healing the Wounds of Trans-Atlantic Slave Trade and Slavery" - May 26, 2021

 

On May 26th, you can attend a virtual webinar titled  "Healing the Wounds of Trans-Atlantic Slave Trade and Slavery."  The webinar will be a collective journey to break the silence surrounding the slave trade.  The international event will bring together high-profile speakers, panelists and artists.  The webinar is free and will start at 10:30 a.m. on May 26th.  Click this LINK to register online.

Fr. Jim's Jots - Pentecost Sunday! - 5.23.2021

 

Fr. Jim's Jots!

A special congratulations to all our students of every age and level of education who are graduating this Spring.  We are proud of you and the many challenges you have faced this past year.  Your families and your Church family are so very proud of each and everyone.  Blessings for your future.

Fr. Jim

A Prayer for Our Graduates

Gracious and loving God,

We ask, now, for your almighty hand to be upon our graduates as they and their families celebrate this grand milestone.

May they find comfort from our community's embrace and support as they journey through life.

May they find strength in their academic preparation.

Bless their lives from this day on with goodness and success.

P.S. Please mark your calendar for a celebration in honor of Ken Soistman's 51 years in Catholic Education.  It is June 27th after the 10 a.m. Mass in our Saint Elizabeth Park.

A Message from The Williford Family

Your cards and prayers in response to the passing of Dorothy Williford, Larry's Mom, are warmly appreciated.  We saw all of these as God's love expressed through you.  Our church family means so much to us.  We ask continued prayers for the journey ahead.  May God richly bless you all.

Thank You from Larry, Barbara, Amy, Phil, Lyric, Jason, Kwamina, Austin and Cameron.

 

COVID UPDATE!

COVID UPDATE!

Henrico County to hold a series of walk-up COVID-19 vaccination events.

Wednesday and Thursday, May 19 and 20

Wednesday and Thursday, May 26 and 27

The final day for mass vaccination at the Richmond Raceway is May 27 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Richmond Raceway will offer the Pfizer vaccine.

Anyone 16 and older are eligible to be vaccinated without an appointment at these events. 

In addition, all general health providers and pharmacies and CVS have walk-in vaccination without any pre-registration.

The Richmond City Health District (RCHD) is offering the one-dose Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccination to anyone 18 years and older during its weekly "Walk up Wednesdays" at George Wythe High School on Wednesdays from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. No appointment needed.  No cost.  Every Wednesday. 

If you prefer another vaccination at another time, you can schedule an appointment online at vax.rchd.com or call 804-205-3501.  You can visit http://vaccinefinder.org to find a pharmacy in your area.

Schedule Your Photo for the Parish Directory!

SCHEDULE YOUR PHOTO FOR THE PARISH DIRECTORY

It is time for a new parish directory with photos of our members.  For participating, you will receive an 8x10 portrait and a church directory.  You can schedule your photo session on Tuesday, June 22 or Wednesday, June 23.

Use this link to sign up: : www.ucdir.com 

When you are on the website, click on the box on the right side of the homepage entitled "photography appointment scheduling login." Then enter your church code: va116 and enter your church password: photos

Or call the church office at (804)329-4599 to make a reservation.  If you need to register as a parishioner of St. Elizabeth, email office@stelizcc.org.

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Fr. Jim's Jots - Ascension Sunday, 5.16.21

Ascension Sunday

5.16.21 

Fr. Jim's Jots

Dear All,

On Thursday, May 13, I was in Florida with my Sister, Lori and Brother, Tom, with other family members and we had an outside service with the cremains interned into the Columbarium at St. Peter the Apostle Church in Naples, FL.

This day was chosen because it was after Mother's Day and my Father's anniversary of his death, May 13th, five years ago and my anniversary of priesthood.

It was good to gather with family and a few friends to pray the final commendation and bless the place of my Mom's final resting.

I wish to thank all of you for your kindness and prayers during this difficult time.  The community of Saint Elizabeth has been a great source of comfort and hope.  I will be forever thankful.

On May 23, we look forward to joining our Bishop at the Cathedral of the Sacred Heart for the Sacrament of Confirmation for two of our young people from Saint Elizabeth, Kayden Bragg and Noe' Uwimana.  Please pray for Kayden and Noe' and all our young people to walk with the Holy Spirit all the days of their lives.

Blessings,

Fr. Jim

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Fr. Jim Will Celebrate His Anniversary as a Priest on May 13th! ~ Photo by Connie Hom

 Fr. Jim's Priesthood Anniversary, May 13, 2021

(Photo taken at 8:30 a.m. Mass on Mother's Day 2021)

~ Photo by Connie Hom

Good News From the City of Richmond! Affordable Housing on Fourqurean Lane! & Vaccination News! ~ Information Provided by Cecilia Hull

 Richmond Bizsense reported on the city's Planning Commission approval of a special-use permit to build affordable-housing units on the vacant site behind the church.  Click here to read the article online. 

https://richmondbizsense.com/2021/03/03/northside-apartments-arthur-ashe-boulevard-rezoning-move-forward/

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The Richmond Health District (RCHD) is offering the one-dose Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccination to anyone 18 years and older during its weekly "Walk-up Wednesdays"

https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/richmond-city/vaccine-interest/

at George Wythe High School on Wednesdays from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. No appointment needed. No cost. Every Wednesday. Of you'd prefer another vaccination at another time, you can schedule an appointment online at vax.rchd.com or call 804-205-3501.  You can visit 

http://vaccinefinder.org 

to find a pharmacy in your area.

~ Information provided by Cecilia Hull

Fr. Jim's Jots - Sixth Sunday of Easter, 5.9.2021

 Sixth Sunday of Easter

May 9, 2021

MOTHER'S DAY!

Fr. Jim's Jots

HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY!

Let's make today special for our Mothers! Give your Mom a long Hug today and tell her "Thank You" for all she does to make your life special~~ We also remember those Mothers that have passed away and those Mothers that have lost a child.  Our hearts and prayers surround you today and always.  

Happy Mother's Day Blessings!

Fr. Jim

A MOTHER'S DAY PRAYER

Loving God, you wrap your arms around your people and show your everlasting love in the same way a Mother loves her children.  We are grateful for the love you have taught us through the Mothers in our lives.

Our own Mother, who brought us into the world, the mothers of friends who have welcomed us into their homes and families, our grandmothers, god-mothers who took time for us, and the mothers who have helped us even though we were not their children.

Bless all the mothers of this World today.  May they know the fullness of love they have shared and blessed every day of their lives.  Amen

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Ken Soistman's Retirement! - A Celebration is Planned!

 

You are invited to celebrate Ken Soistman's retirement after 51 years of service to Catholic education.

There are several ways you can honor Ken.  All Saints Catholic School (3418 Noble Ave., Richmond VA 23222) will host an event on Sunday, June 27, 2021.  To attend, you must sign up for a staggered time slot.

Click HERE to sign up for your slot.

Friends are putting together a scrapbook for Ken.  By May 14th, email to CelebrateKen@allsaintsric.org your photos of Ken or write your best wishes.

To honor Ken's dedication to All Saints' mission, you can donate to the "Kenneth Soistman Tuition Fund."  Give online HERE or you can mail a check to the school. 

Crowning Mary, Queen of May - Fifth Sunday of Easter, May 2, 2021 - 8:30 a.m. Mass at St. Elizabeth Church ~ Photos by Connie Hom

 Crowning Mary, Queen of May

8:30 a.m. Mass

Statue Inside the Church

The Romanello Family with little Shelley crown the statue of Mary after Fr. Jim's Blessing.

Exterior Statue in the Garden

Linda Tucciarone's grandson, Kaleb, crowned the exterior statue in the Garden.

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Fr. Jim's Jots - Fifth Sunday of Easter, May 2, 2021

 Fifth Sunday of Easter

May 2 2021

Fr. Jim's Jots

After conversations with past leadership of the Jazz & Food Festival, Parish Council and Finance Council, we have decided NOT to host the 2021 Jazz & Food Festival due to the uncertainty of the COVID-19 Virus.  This was a difficult decision but I believe the correct decision.  I hope you understand.  The Jazz & Food Festival has been a source of community pride for the parish of Saint Elizabeth Catholic Church and the Richmond neighborhood and Richmond community.

This will have an impact on our parish budget but you have been very generous during this difficult time.  Thank you for your kind support and prayers.  We will have an online fundraiser (a "Popcorn Sales Fundraiser"), more details at a later date.

It is my hope to have a safe and successful Jazz & Food Festival in 2022.  If you have any thoughts or would like to help with the 2022 Jazz & Food Festival, please contact me at our parish office, 804-329-4599.

This Sunday we remember all who have died of the COVID-19 Virus, those who have gotten the Virus and are still recovering and all first responders.  Please get vaccinated.  It's safe and open to all.

Blessings,

Fr. Jim

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