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Saint Bridget Calling Ministry In the midst of everything happening right now in our world, we are forming a new outreach ministry to make sure parishioners are doing okay! We want to let parishioners know that their parish family is thinking of them, praying for them, and longing to be together again soon. It is also our goal to find out the best ways to support them in the coming months, as we reopen. To make this happen we need close to 100 volunteers, so please consider joining this beautiful outreach ministry Click here to volunteer for this new ministry!

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This summer let us put on the mind of Christ by seeing Jesus’ life through the eyes of artists, and using these works to help us better understand scripture. VMFA docents, Mary Ann Peppiatt and Arlene DeConti will share pictures of several artists’ work over the coming months as we connect each piece to the corresponding scripture passage. We will learn a bit about the art and reflect on the scripture together.   The series will meet every other Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. There is no homework; join whichever sessions work for your schedule.   Stay tuned for information on our next session, W...

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Breakfast for Dinner! Virtually cook along, or simply tune in and watch, this week's Come to the Table cooking lesson, Thursday, June 25th at 6 p.m. will feature the following recipes:   Click below for the recipe ingredients: Sausage and Gravy w/ Biscuits Bacon, Egg, and Chesse Sandwich Crispy Potato Hash Browns Click Here to Join the Zoom Cooking Class Zoom Info: (Meeting ID: 875 9568 9585) (Password: 213018)

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A Mass of Christian Burial for Elizabeth will be celebrated at Saint Bridget on June 24, 2020 at 1:30pm.  The Mass will be live streamed here.  Obituary and Visitation Information from Bliley's Funeral Home    

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Virtually cook along, or simply tune in and watch, this week's Come to the Table cooking lesson, Thursday, June 17th at 6 p.m. will feature the following recipes:   Click here for correlating shopping list *click each item for downloadable recipe* Pizza Crust Pasta Sauce Basic Meatballs Click Here to Join the Zoom Cooking Class Zoom Info: (Meeting ID: 875 9568 9585) (Password: 213018)

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  We have received instructions from Bishop Knestout to make parishioners aware that our live-streamed Masses may be used on various digital accounts of the Catholic Diocese of Richmond (including, but not limited to, the websites and social media platforms of the Catholic Diocese of Richmond and The Catholic Virginian).   Photography and/or screenshot images from the live-streams may be used for printed editions of The Catholic Virginian. If you do not wish to be depicted via live-stream, please refrain from attending our live-streamed Masses (daily 9:30 a.m. Masses, the 11 a.m. Sunday Mass). &n...

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This summer let us put on the mind of Christ by seeing Jesus’ life through the eyes of artists, and using these works to help us better understand scripture. VMFA docents, Mary Ann Peppiatt and Arlene DeConti will share pictures of several artists’ work over the coming months as we connect each piece to the corresponding scripture passage. We will learn a bit about the art and reflect on the scripture together.      Our first session, on June 10th at 7:30 p.m., will focus on the Nativity and artwork by the Italian painter Giotto di Bondone.   The series will meet every ...

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Virtually cook along, or simply tune in and watch, this week's Come to the Table cooking lesson, Thursday, June 11th at 6 p.m. will feature the following recipes:   Click here for correlating shopping list. *click each item for downloadable recipe* Cilantro-Lime Rice Black Beans (served hot) Black Beans (cold bean salad) Southwestern Herb Chicken Enchilada Sauce  Guacamole   Click Here to Join the Zoom Cooking Class. Zoom Info: (Meeting ID: 875 9568 9585) (Password: 213018)  

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  As part of phase one of reopening our parish ministries, clergy and seminarians are permitted to bring Holy Communion to the sick, homebound, and vulnerable. If you or someone you know would like a Communion visit, please contact the parish office, Fr. Tochi, or Seminarians Dillon Bruce or Seth Seaman, with your phone number and email address. They will help you set up a time for the visit. If you are requesting the Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick, please let us know, as only Fr. Tochi can provide that sacrament.

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Come to the Table – Chocolate Chip Cookie Edition  Thursday, June 4th at 7 p.m. o  You can make them along virtually with Anne-Marie Condlin, or simply come hang out and watch o  Click Here to Join the Zoom Meeting Meeting ID: 875 9568 9585 Password: 213018   Recipe 1 – The Chewy Chocolate Chip Choose this one if you want something that: Is Dairy Free Has a chewy texture Doesn’t need a mixer Quick Click here to print the recipe   Recipe 2 – Chocolate Chip Pan Cookies Choose this one...

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  Dear Parishioners,   I am happy to share that Seminarian Seth Seaman is assigned to our parish for his summer pastoral work.  Seminarian Seth has just completed his First Year of Theology at The Theological College in Washington, D.C.  His assignment began on June 2nd and ends on August 2nd.   Seth, welcome to Saint Bridget Parish.   Monsignor Carr

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  Pastor's Office  May 21, 2020   Dear Parishioners, During these challenging days please know that you are daily in my heart and prayers. As we prepare for public Masses, here are the highlights I want to share with you: We are all dispensed from the obligation to attend Sunday Mass until further notice. The earliest time we can have public Masses at Saint Bridget Church is May 31st; it may be later. The Mayor of Richmond has delayed the reopening of the city as he keeps a sharp eye on the movement of the coronavirus. Saint Bridget Church is located in the City although...

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The prayer and work of our parish continues as much as possible. I know you may be financially challenged now. Please remember the financial needs of our beloved parish as we live for Christ and every day, especially now, serve Him in others.  If you have any questions regarding Stewardship, please contact Kimberly Lapkin at klapkin@saintbridgetchurch.org or 525-7888 with any questions regarding Stewardship. We are keeping you all in our prayers. Thank you for your gifts, for all you do to serve God and others, and for your prayers!   Mailed Contribution: Offering Envelope Packe...

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One of the Many Reasons to Join If you want to help the community during this time, the Knights of Columbus, nationwide, have launched the Leave No Neighbor Behind initiative in response to COVID-19 (click for details). Here at Saint Bridget’s, the Knight of Columbus have led collections of food and supplies for St. Francis Home and Little Sisters of the Poor – with more to come!   If You Couldn't Previously Attend Admissions  The Knights of Columbus are now offering a 30-minute online ceremony of admission. While normally conducted in person, they are usi...

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Pastor's Office May 1, 2020   Dear Parishioners, Yesterday we received information from Bishop Knestout’s office regarding what to expect as we transition in Virginia’s three-phase reopening. Please take a moment to read this. There are still a lot of unknowns and many details still need to be worked out, but it will give you an idea of what is being considered.     Faithfully in Christ,         William H. Carr   Click to read Bishop Knestout's Statement

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Saint Bridget Chuch Knights of Columbus Council 5476 Catholic High School Scholarship Conditions for applying, necessary application materials, and instructions are listed below.  The application may be downloaded from the bottom of this page.    The Saint Bridget Knights of Columbus Council 5476 Catholic High School Scholarship recognizes and celebrates our Pastor William H. Carr’s exemplary leadership in support of Catholic education. Conditions for Applying: This Merit scholarship is awarded once annually by the Saint Bridget Knights of Columbu...

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Due to the COVID-19 Pandemic many have asked how to return their Rice Bowls. Catholic Relief Services (CRS) invites families to send their gifts in one of the following ways:   With their Online Link: English https://support.crs.org/donate/change-life-lent-0 Spanish https://support.crs.org/donate/cambia-una-vida-esta-cuaresma By Phone: Call 877-435-7277 from 8 a.m.-11 p.m. Eastern Time (be sure to tell the operator that the gift is for CRS Rice Bowl)  By Mail: Please write “CRS Rice Bowl” in the memo line of your check and mail it to Catholic Relief ...

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Looking for a way to brighten someone's day during this time at home? We invite all of our parishioners - young and old - to write a card or letter to one of the residents of St. Francis Home and the Little Sisters of the Poor, over the next few days and weeks. Not sure what to include? Here are a few ideas:   Mention that you are member of Saint Bridget Parish Assure them that you are praying for them, and everyone who lives at their retirement home Describe to them what you are doing to pass the time during these days Send them a beautiful picture or drawing Mention a prayer or i...

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Pastor's Office                                                                               April 2, 2020   My dear friends in Christ, I rejoice in your faithfulness and pray for you during these unprecedented and difficult times.   To help our parish family meet our spiritual needs during the Church’s holiest week of the year, I invite you to join with me, Father Tochi, and our Deacons i...

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