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Cherishing Life at All Stages: End-of Life Issues for All Ages An In-depth Panel Discussion Saint Bridget Catholic Church – April 28th – 6:00 p.m. Please join us for an in-depth discussion of the moral and ethical challenges that can arise at the end of life, not only for ourselves, but when caring for loved ones.  What must be done for the terminally ill, including medication, hydration, and nutrition?   Who may make these decisions on behalf of our loved ones at the end of life?  What legal issues may arise and how should one prepare?  The discussion will be led by a panel th...

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Adoration – March 29, 2015: Begin Holy week with a Holy Hour In gratitude for all that our parish has done to help so many students and adults participate in CHWC, the campers are organizing a light dinner and Holy Hour for the evening of March 29, 2015.  Please join us for dinner and Adoration starting after the 5 pm Liturgy.   There is no cost, but we ask that you sign up your family so we will have enough food.  Sign ups will be in the Commons after all Masses on March 21st and 22nd or you can contact Anne-Marie Condlin at amcondlin@gmail.com or (804) 426-5298.  We look forward to ...

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The Next Friends of Music at Saint Bridget Church Concert Ensemble Chanterelle - March 13, 2015 at 7:30 pm Ensemble Chanterelle has captivated audiences at festivals, museums, historic sites and college campuses across the United States since making its acclaimed New York recital debut in 1984 as winner of the Concert Artists Guild Award. Ensemble Chanterelle’s warm and engaging performances combine humor, drama, passion and virtuosity with imaginative and innovative programming. Sally Sanford, soprano; Catherine Liddell, lute & theorbo; and Brent Wissick, viol and Baroque cello are all distinguished a...

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St. Bridget Parish Annual Lenten Fish Fry – March 13th - Get Your Tickets Now!  An evening of food, fellowship, and fun brought to you by the Knights of Columbus and the Liturgy Committee.  You will enjoy a tasty dinner of fried or baked fish, macaroni and cheese, coleslaw, potato salad, corn, roll and dessert.  Local craft brews and good wine will be available to quench your thirst!  Proceeds will support the Knight’s Catholic High School Scholarship fund and Liturgy Committee initiatives.  $10/dinner for adults; $5 for children under 12.  Friday, March 13th, 5:00 – 8:00 pm ...

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February 13, 2015 at 7:30 pm - VCU Artistic Ambassadors to Colombia, VCU’s Brass Quintet, will visit Cartagena in the Spring. Dr. Ross Walter has a long association with Fundacion Tocando Puertas: Para Abrir Futuros (Knocking on Doors to Open Futures).  The foundation’s central effort is to help young Colombian musicians gain access to resources, equipment, teaching, and international experiences when possible.  This concert will feature a quintet of VCU brass students who will visit Colombia at the end of this academic year.  They are raising their own funds.  Friends of Music will stipend ...

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Ash Wednesday is February 18th - Ashes will be distributed at 7:00 am Mass, 9:00 am Mass (school Mass), Noon Prayer Service, 5:30 pm Mass and 7:30 pm Mass.  

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Saints and Sinner’s Meeting - Dental Health for Seniors – Thursday, Feb. 12th, 1:00 – 2:30 pm.  What should you know about dental and oral health?  What is important for the care of your teeth and mouth in this stage of life?  Come learn from Dr. Patricia Bonwell, Asst. Professor in VCU’s School of Dentistry Dental Hygiene Program, and its Director of the program for Senior Public Health.  She is a recognized expert in oral and overall health in the geriatric population.  Bring your questions!  Coffee and dessert will be served.  Please sign up on the Saints and Si...

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CARITAS is Coming! February 21st through the 28th We are collecting donations and sign-ups sheets are in the Commons. Some of the items we will need: Laundry Detergent, Lysol Spray - Travel Sized: baby powder, tissues, shampoo, toothpaste New: Boxers (L-XXL), Short-Sleeved and Long-sleeved Undershirts (L-XXL), White Socks New or Gently Used: Sweatshirts and sweat pants, Coats, Scarves, Gloves, Dark colored knit hats or Baseball Caps, Twin Sized Blankets and Flat Sheets, Pillow cases and pillows, Backpacks, Duffels and Totes             Gift Certi...

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Thank you for making your pledge to the 2015 Parish Financial Stewardship Appeal! St. Bridget Parish Annual Financial Stewardship Appeal is underway, and parishioners are quickly stepping up to support our church! Now is the time to make your 2015 pledge. Join your fellow parishioners and complete your Stewardship pledge card place it in the offertory at Mass or pledge online (click here) – extra pledge cards are in the Commons. An important goal is that each parish family pledges during January’s Stewardship Appeal month.  If each of us does a little more, St. Bridget parish ministries can do so muc...

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Become a Lector, Usher, or Eucharistic Minister:  Ministry Matters—the next initial training for new liturgical ministers, will take place on Tuesday, February 24th at 7 pm. We invite you to prayerfully think about contributing some of your Time and Talent by serving as an Usher, Lector or Eucharistic Minister at our weekend Masses.  Information on the training and time commitment for these liturgical ministries can be found on the parish website at http://saintbridgetchurch.org/OurMinistries/LiturgicalMinistry.aspx . For additional information, contact Chris Howell (355-2747, cphowell@verizon.net); a...

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Don't Forget! Tonight The Friends of Music at St. Bridget Church Free Concert is at 7:30 pm Please join us for a beautiful evening of music performed by critically acclaimed organist, Alan Morrison. Mr. Morrison is the Head of the Organ Departments at the Curtis Institute of Music and Westminster Choir College. He will play a concert featuring the spectacular John-Paul Buzard Pipe Organ, Opus 42.  

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Don't Forget! Tonight The Friends of Music at St. Bridget Church Free Concert is at 7:30 pm Please join us for a beautiful evening of music performed by critically acclaimed organist, Alan Morrison. Mr. Morrison is the Head of the Organ Departments at the Curtis Institute of Music and Westminster Choir College. He will play a concert featuring the spectacular John-Paul Buzard Pipe Organ, Opus 42.  

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Catholic Heart WorkCamp is preparing a delicious homemade spaghetti dinner with you in mind.  Come out and join us for a wonderful parish tradition. Homemade Sauce by Tom Giannasi and live music by Kent Alley and his band. The "Snow Date" for this event is February 28th. Tickets: Adults: $8 in advance and $10 at the door. Children 3-10: $5, Under 3: Free. Family: $30 in advance and $35 at the door. Dinner Tickets available through e-giving.  Dinner tickets and raffle tickes will be for sale after all Masses January 10th/11h , January  17th/18th . Check ou...

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2015 Superbowl Chili Sales Our Knights of Columbus Council will offer delicious chili to our parishioners.  Pre-sales will be held after Masses on January 17-18, 2015, and January 24-25, 2015.  Stop by in the Commons for your order!  The chili will be available for pick up after Mass on January 31, 2015, and February 1, 2015.  Get some super chili and be ready for the game!  Your purchase helps support the Council’s activities that that serve our church and community.  Please contact Co-Chairs Jose Alcaine at (804) 741-2541 or at jakanola@comcast.net, or Bart Leahey at (804) 240-9859 ...

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Tuesday Evening Scripture Study First and Second Peter, Jude by Daniel Keating. Continuing the series from the Catholic Commentary of Sacred Scripture, this group will explore how we can fully integrate scripture into our daily lives. The more deeply we understand the Bible, the more effectively we can use it.  Join us in the Rectory basement from 6-7 p.m. beginning on January 13th. This study will continue for 12 weeks. $15 registration fee covers the cost of all materials. Contact Henry Liscio at henryliscio@me.com for more information. Thursday Evening Scripture Study Join us as we break open Pope Francis&rsqu...

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December 24, Nativity of the Lord, Christmas Eve 6:00 pm in the Church 6:00 pm in Mother Presentation Hall 8:00 pm in the Church 10:30 pm in the Church December 25, Nativity of the Lord, Christmas Day 7:30 am, 9:00 am and 11:00 am in the Church No 5:00 pm Mass on Christmas Day. December 31, Vigil Mass for Holy Mary, Mother of God 5:30 pm January 1, Mass for Holy Mary, Mother of God 9:00 am

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December 24, Nativity of the Lord, Christmas Eve 6:00 pm in the Church 6:00 pm in Mother Presentation Hall 8:00 pm in the Church 10:30 pm in the Church December 25, Nativity of the Lord, Christmas Day 7:30 am, 9:00 am and 11:00 am in the Church Please Note: No 5:00 pm Mass on Christmas Day December 31, Vigil Mass for Holy Mary, Mother of God 5:30 pm January 1, Mass for Holy Mary, Mother of God 9:00 am

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Save lives and support our community.  Please give blood here at St. Bridget (PCMR) this Sunday, December 21 from 8:30 to 12:30. Walk-ins are always welcome!

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There will be a Respect Life Holy Hour at St. Bridget’s Church on Tuesday evening, January 20, at 7:00 p.m.  The Holy Hour will be intended as a vigil for the March for Life and will include Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament and Benediction.  Please make every effort to join the Church in prayer for the success of our pro-life efforts.  The March for Life on January 22, 2015: Join fellow St. Bridget parishioners at the 2015 March for Life and for Religious Freedom in Washington to show support for life from conception to natural death.  Bus transportation will be provided by the Knights ...

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Join the Women’s Bible Study group on Wednesday, January 14th to study Catholicism.  With creator and host Father Robert Barron, you will deepen your understanding of what Catholics believe and why while being immersed in the art, architecture, literature, beliefs and practices of the Catholic tradition.  The Catholicism program brings the beauty, goodness and truth of the Church to life so that you can better understand and share your faith.  Father Robert Barron is an acclaimed author, theologian and podcasting priest from Chicago.  An innovative teacher for the Catholic Faith who uses the tools...

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