Thirty-first Sunday in Ordinary Time

October 30, 2022

Fr. Jim's Jots

Greetings!

This week, we welcome our new Minister of Human Concerns, Sister Anns James. Sister Anns has been a Comboni Missionary Sister since 1998.  She was born in Dubai, UAE to Indian parents and was taught by Comboni Missionary Sisters.  She received her religious formation in Italy, served in southern Sudan for five years and in Zambia, in both the urban and rural areas.  Sister Anns will also serve in the United Nations and is scheduled for an internship at the U.N. from January to March 2023.  To contact Sr. Anns, please email her at anns@stelizcc.org

We also welcome to the Parish Office, our new Administrative Assistant, Maureen Petruzella.  Maureen is originally from Berkshire County in Western Massachusetts.  She has lived in Midlothian, VA for the past six years.  To get in contact with Maureen, please email her at mtpetruzella@stelizcc.org

We are looking forward to working with both of them.  Welcome to Sr. Anns and Maureen!

Blessings.

Fr. Jim

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Baptism of Jardim Baby - Sunday, October 23, 2022 - Photos by Connie Hom

 Baptism of the Jardim Baby

St. Elizabeth Church

October 23, 2022

Our oldest parishioner, Phyllis Booth, blessing our youngest Child of God

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In Celebration of November's Black Catholic History Month: A Place at the Table

 A PLACE AT THE TABLE

AFRICAN AMERICANS ON THE ROAD TO SAINTHOOD

A documentary film sharing the stories of holy men and women of color in the process of elevation to sainthood.

Sunday, November 6, 2022

After the 10 o'clock Mass

In the Parish Hall

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Two stories will be shared during a one hour session:

Venerable Pierre Toussaint

Servant of God Sister Thea Bowman

Reserve your place!

Contact Peg Baker by Oct. 30th.

540-226-1828

or

pegbaker.gnat@mail.com

Refreshments will be served.

Discussion is welcome!

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Church Looking Like It Did Before The Pandemic! - October 23, 2022 - Photos by Lula Lamb

Church Looking Almost Normal Again

October 23, 2022

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Fr. Jim's Jots - 30th Sunday in Ordinary Time - October 23, 2022

 The Pharisee and the Publican

30th Sunday in Ordinary Time

October 23, 2022

Fr. Jim's Jots

Greetings!

This week, we welcome new parish council members, Milandu "NeNe" Kizenge and Pierre Kayumba.  I would like all parishioners to join us this Sunday after Mass for coffee and donuts, meet NeNe and Pierre and your parish council "REP".  All are invited to talk with your assigned representative about your questions, comments, suggestions and more.

All hands on deck!  We need your help for our "clean up day", November 12th from 9 a.m. to 12 Noon, the week before Bishop Knestout arrives for our Centennial Mass and Reception.  Your help is needed.  Please bring cleaning supplies.

Blessings,

Fr. Jim

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Rosary Rally at St. Elizabeth Church - Saturday, October 22, 2022 at 12 Noon!

 Rosary Rally at St. Elizabeth Church

October 22, 2022

12:00 Noon

Catholic Churches across the country will gather to pray the Joyful Mysteries of the Rosary publicly at Noon on Saturday.  We will be celebrating the 105th Anniversary of Our Lady of Fatima.

Fr. Jim's Jots - Twenty-Ninth Sunday in Ordinary Time - October 16, 2022

Twenty-Ninth Sunday in Ordinary Time

October 16, 2022

 

Fr. Jim's Jots

Greetings!

As many of you know, this month is the month of the Most Holy Rosary.  You are invited to join our daily Rosary group on Zoom at 7 p.m.  If you are interested, please see the E-Bulletin to get the link to join.

As we approach election season in our nation, let us pray for discernment as we prepare to vote in the midterm elections.

Lord God,

As the election approaches, we seek to better understand the issues and concerns that confront our city/state/country, and how the Gospel compels us to respond as faithful citizens in our community.

We ask for minds and hearts that are open to hearing the voice of leaders who will bring us closer to your Kingdom.  We pray for discernment so that we may choose leaders who hear your Word, live your love, and keep in the ways of your truth.

We ask this in the name of your Son Jesus Christ and through the power of the Holy Spirit.

Amen *

Enjoy the beautiful Fall colors.

Blessings,

Fr. Jim

* (Prayer adapted from the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops)

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Fr. Jim's Jots - Twenty-Eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time - October 9, 2022

 Twenty-Eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time

October 9, 2022

Fr. Jim's Jots

Greetings!

Welcome to the month of the Most Holy Rosary.  You are invited to join our daily Rosary group on Zoom at 7 p.m.  Please see the E-Bulletin to get the link to join.  What a wonderful way to make new friends and join this rosary group in the month of October.

We are excited about our parish Centennial.  The kickoff Mass for the centennial year is Sunday, November 20th, with ONE Mass at 9 a.m.  Please mark your calendars.  Also, the special centennial Christmas ornaments are beautiful.  They have the logo of the centennial carved in beautiful olive wood and are going fast.  They are a great gift for Christmas and are on sale in the back of church after the Masses for $5.00 each!

We welcome two new members to our Parish Council.  They are Nene Kizenge and Pierre Kayumba.  We are delighted to have you join our Parish Council.  Welcome!!  Also, once again the parish council is dividing up the names and contact info of all parishioners.  Everyone who is registered will have a new Parish council member to be your contact representative.

Enjoy the beautiful Fall colors,

+ Fr. Jim Arsenault, Pastor

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Adult Faith Formation - Join us on ZOOM!

 Adult Faith Formation

Join Us on ZOOM!

Join us on ZOOM for this Holy Spirit Bible Study that will encourage all of us in the words of Creator Spiritus, which dates back to the 9th Century - to ask the Holy Spirit, "in our hearts, take up thy rest."

The first session will be on Wednesday, October 19th from 6-7 p.m.

Click the link for a 4 min. 30 sec. Introduction to the Holy Spirit.  youtu.be/iUFdHxBXM44

To register, contact Rita Hatchett (Email: rhatchett@verizon.net ) or Text: 804-229-1999

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Fr. Jim's Jots - Twenty-Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time - October 2, 2022

 Twenty-Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time

October 2, 2022

Fr. Jim's Jots

Please pray for all who have been affected by Hurricane "Ian".  What a terrible event.  I am sure that in the near future Catholic Relief Services will be asking for a special collection but in the meantime, pray.

I will be leaving for Scottsdale, Arizona this Sunday to celebrate the Funeral Mass of my Godfather, Dick Gee.  The Mass is scheduled for Monday, Oct. 3rd at 11:00.  Please pray that bad weather does not prohibit my trip.  I will be returning on Tuesday, Oct. 4th.

My next trip is to New Orleans to celebrate the marriage of my cousin Michelle Ann Arsenault.  Michelle and her fiance',Travis, are both finishing medical school, now doing their residency.  

Michelle's father, Michael Arsenault and I were very good friends, attending the same grade and high schools.  Mike went off to also be a doctor and I to the seminary.  A few years ago, Mike died from cancer.,  I am so pleased to be able to celebrate a happy event and witness Michelle's wedding.

Again, special thanks for all who are working so very hard for our parish centennial.  Please see the update in today's bulletin about the former St. Elizabeth/Convent site development. The project is sponsored by Catholic Charities.

+ Fr. Jim, Pastor

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Youth Faith Formation Schedule

 

Youth Faith Formation started October 2nd

The Schedule is:

High School Students - Sundays at 2:00 p.m.

Middle School Students - Sundays at 11:15 a.m.

Elem. School - Sundays at 9:15 a.m.

Email LIZ at liz.rva@gmail.com

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Join Us at the Rosary Rally - Saturday, October 15th at 12:00 Noon!

 

A Rosary Rally will be held in front of St. Elizabeth Catholic Church to celebrate the 105th Anniversary of Fatima.  Join us to pray the Rosary on Saturday, October 15th at 12:00 Noon, rain or shine!

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