Entries for October 2016

Elizabeth Grapes is an author, mother, and a member at St Josephs parish. Elizabeth is active in her local community through bible studies,  catholic moms groups ,teaching vbs and support of her husband Jesse who is the headmaster of Benedictine College Preparatory. Together they are invested in the faith formation of not only their own children but those in the  Richmond Catholic family.  Her book is illustrated by Elizabeth Scolaro, local artist and mother. ABC's by Jesus and Me is a tool parents can use to guide children along their faith journey. It is Christ's salvation history beautifully woven...

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Thanksgiving Celebration – “Priests and Pies” – Thursday, November 10th, Noon; Thanksgiving luncheon with turkey and traditional fix'ns served.  All are invited to bring a home-baked Thanksgiving pie to share.  Our new Parochial Vicar will introduce himself to our parishioners.  $5 at the door.  Please bring some canned goods for the needy in our community.  (Parish Commons). 

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Saints & Sinners

OCTOBERFEST 2016! - Men, Join Us for St. Bridget’s 17th Annual Octoberfest! Ready to spend a casual fall afternoon outside, craft-brewed beer in hand, pitching horseshoes, and watching football?  Want to meet other men from St. Bridget’s and other parishes?  Then join us for this year’s Octoberfest!   Hosted by the St. Bridget’s Men’s Ministry, this men’s social event has been a great hit over the years, and one you’ll surely enjoy!  Once again, we’re shipping in those famous brats from Usinger’...

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Join other Catholic women for the second talk of the Women of Mercy Speaker Series. This will be an evening of fellowship and spirituality going deeper into our Catholic faith as women. Speaker Debbie Stollery will be threading a tapestry of scripture, music, contemplation and conversation. Put this beautiful event on your calendar. It will be an evening you won't want to miss! Wine & cheese will be provided. Bring a friend. No charge. All are welcome! Questions? Contact Kim Hulcher 804.426.3815 | dkhulcher@yahoo.com View the Facebook Page Here

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All Saints Day- Tuesday, November 1 Mass Times: 7am, 9am (School Mass), Noon, 5:30pm All Souls Evening Prayer Service Wednesday, November 2, 7:30pm To begin our month of remembrance we invite you, your family, and friends to take part in an “All Souls Evening Prayer" liturgy as we remember all parishioners who have died, and especially those who died in the last year. That liturgy will take place this year on Wednesday, November 2 at 7:30 PM, in the church. The choirs of Saint Bridget will lead the music of liturgy, accompanied by organ and strings. The names of those who were buried from Saint Bridget bet...

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St. Bridget parish will conduct a special second collection to help with relief efforts in the U.S. and in Haiti on the weekend of October 29-30. As determined by The Catholic Diocese of Richmond: 75% of the collection will be directed to Catholic Relief Services to help with humanitarian aid in Haiti and the other 25% will be designated towards Catholic Charities USA to help with relief efforts in the United States. Let us pray for all affected by Hurricane Matthew, for those who have lost their lives, for their families coping with the loss, for the thousands struggling to recover and for our first responders worki...

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