General News

Note:  You are invited to read letters from Bishop Knestout and Pope Francis, download a .pdf version of this letter here. A schedule of events at the parish and in the diocese and a form to submit questions for our town tall meetings can be found here.  August 23, 2018 Dear Parishioners, I am embarrassed and ashamed about the abuse of children and youth within the Church. The one place where we should expect them to be safe was not safe for so many over the years. The abuse leaves scars that persist through a person's life.   The past should haunt t...

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abuse, scandal

Volunteer for Dinner Service with Housing Families First (Formerly Hilliard House, 3900 Nine Mile Road) We need volunteers to cook, serve and hang out with guests on the first Friday of the month for the evening meal. The number of clients varies but can be up to 10 adults and 20 kids. Volunteer Groups arrive at around 5:15pm for a 5:30-6:30pm dinner service. We need teams of  5-8 volunteers and families with children as young as 4 are welcome. Bring enough food for the volunteers to be able to get a plate and enjoy dinner with the residents. Interaction with the guest is welcome and encouraged. T...

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August 9, 2018 A year following the violence that took place in Charlottesville as a result of protests and counter-protests, the Most Rev. Barry C. Knestout offers the following statement: “As we draw closer to the weekend and the one-year mark of Aug. 12th which will once again draw national and local attention, I pray that it will not be approached with provocative rhetoric but provide an opportunity for prayer and dialogue about racism, and the action needed to overcome it.” “Racism is a sin. As the U.S. Bishops wrote in 1979 – ‘a sin that divides the human family.’ Prayer &...

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You are welcome to join us on Fridays from 830 to 1030 am to read and discuss the Diary of St Faustina, Divine Mercy in My Soul. First after Mass we recite the Divine Mercy Chaplet in the church then we move to the kitchen for reading and discussion. We adhere to The Cenacle Formation Manual. Along with the Diary we read assigned scriptures and catechism paragraphs. Please come in on any Friday and feel free to leave whenever you need. We are a casual group!

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Divine, Mercy

SAINT BRIDGET SHARE THE JOURNEY MINISTRY PRESENTS SCHOOL SUPPLY DRIVE & BACK TO SCHOOL PICNIC WHAT IS IT? BASICALLY, CHRISTMAS SHARING FOR SCHOOL SUPPLIES!   SPONSOR A REFUGEE CHILD ATTENDING RIDGE ELEMENTARY BY BUYING THEIR SCHOOL SUPPLIES FOR THE UPCOMING YEAR. THERE IS ALSO A PICNIC AT A CHURCH NEAR THE REFUGEE FAMILIES HOMES THAT YOU AND YOUR FAMILY ARE INVITED TO ATTEND!   WHY DO IT? BECAUSE REFUGEE CHILDREN WHO HAVE SETTLED IN RICHMOND NEED OUR HELP.   WHEN IS IT? STEP 1: PICK UP YOUR STUDENTS SUPPLY LIST AT THE SHARE THE JOURNEY TABLE IN THE COMMONS ON JUL 28-29 O...

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Saint Bridget Pastoral Council had their yearly spiritual retreat lead by Debbie Stollery.  The council explored and reflected how they can live their lives and make a positive impact on our Parish by having the strength and courage to follow Christ and make the love of Christ visible to the world and the people of our parish. Please pray for your Pastoral Council members and any one of them would love to share with you all they experienced in this wonderful retreat.  Pictured:  Maureen  Gallihugh, Sue Fesser, Ross Grogg, Deacon Pat White, Pam Sweeney, Ann Slough, Kela Campbell, Bill Cardul...

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Diocese of Richmond, Office of the Bishop July 30, 2018 To the Clergy and Faithful of the Diocese: Many of you have read the recent announcement and decision by our Holy Father, Pope Francis, to accept the resignation of the former Archbishop of Washington, Theodore E. McCarrick, from the College of Cardinals. Since the initial allegation of child sexual abuse was substantiated and made public in June by the Archdiocese of New York, more allegations have been brought forward that are deeply troubling, gut-wrenching and which rip at the heart and the trust within the Catholic Church. I recognize our Catholic fai...

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The Solemnity of the Assumption for the Blessed Virgin Mary August 14, Vigil                 5:30 PM Mass August 15                 7:00 AM Mass                 9:00 AM Mass                 Noon Mass

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Assumption, Virgin, Mary

In 2017, over 120 children and over 50 volunteers had a great time participating in Vacation Bible School. After a year’s hiatus, we are eager once again to host VBS in the summer of 2019. For such an endeavor to be possible the parish needs a team of ten committed persons to serve on a planning committee and to help execute the plan. The commitment will require regular meetings, on at least a monthly basis, throughout the year from September through the end of June, and then the presence of committee members on site (perhaps in shifts) for the summer week during which Vacation Bible School i...

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Read the article on CHWC in Dover here. Saint Bridget sent teens and adults to the Dover Camp!   CHWC Greensboro  The Greensboro camp has some open spaces and they are welcoming more campers if any are interested. The camp is open to students currently in 9th grade and older.  The camp is from July 22-28. Email amcondlin@gmail.com

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Liturgy is the most essential work we do at Saint Bridget, as the Eucharist is the source and summit of our faith.  We are blessed to have so many liturgies at St. Bridget every weekend.  Yet these cannot take place without the help of lay ministers to greet the Assembly, proclaim the Word, and serve the Eucharist.   By virtue of our Baptism, each of us is called to serve. Everyone who is baptized has Christ’s imprint and therefore is worthy of being a Liturgy Minister, whether as an Usher, Lector or Eucharistic Minister. How might you answer the call? Please join us for Part 1 of Ministry M...

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Ministry, Matters, Gazzola

Cybercrime is hitting dioceses nationwide, including our parish. If/when you receive an email that shows the parish’s pastor or a parish priest as the sender requesting you to purchase a gift card, rest assured it is a scam. Parishioners can and should contact the parish to verify the legitimacy of any suspicious request received through email. All cybercrime should be reported to the FBI at https://www.ic3.gov/default.aspx. It is up to the victim of cyber-crimes to file complaints.

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“We know we were made for so much more than ordinary lives. It’s time for us to  more than just survive. We were meant to thrive.”  -”Thrive” by Casting Crowns 3rd Annual Saint Bridget Day of Service: THANK YOU! We are overwhelmed with the incredible turnout to the 3rd Annual Saint Bridget Day of Service, both in person and through the multitudes of donations in advance. Thank you! Over 500 people of all ages came together to serve our community, proving that we are indeed Made for More by Jesus. As Dynamic Catholic’s Matthew Kelly remind...

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“We know we were made for so much more than ordinary lives. It’s time for us to  more than just survive. We were meant to thrive.”  -”Thrive” by Casting Crowns 3rd Annual Saint Bridget Day of Service: THANK YOU! We are overwhelmed with the incredible turnout to the 3rd Annual Saint Bridget Day of Service, both in person and through the multitudes of donations in advance. Thank you! Over 500 people of all ages came together to serve our community, proving that we are indeed Made for More by Jesus. As Dynamic Catholic’s Matthew Kelly remind...

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Tuesday Mornings starting May 10th through August 14th at 9 in Parish Center Meeting Room. No fee to join, just buy the book. Come for great discussion and sharing. Come and go week to week as your schedule allows. No long term commitment. For more info contact Kela Campbell at camp2130@bellsouth.net

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Saints and Sinners Annual Spring into Summer Dinner - An Evening of Light Jazz and Art!  Friday, June 15th; 5:00 pm in the Saint Bridget Commons  Please join us for a lovely evening of Light Jazz and Art!   A social hour begins at 5:00 pm with dinner served about 6:00 pm.   Our delicious dinner will be prepared and served by the Saint Bridget Kitchenettes!   Entertainment will be provided by the Gentlemen of Saint Bridget, led by Allen Bean.  Your RSVP is REQUIRED in advance by JUNE 8th.   The cost is $10/person. Plea...

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SHARE THE JOURNEY Refugee Voices Evening, June 14 at 6:30 pm Please join this new ministry for an evening of food and fellowship as we gather in the Commons to hear from the experiences of refugees within our community.  This is a great opportunity to learn more about how we can help our refugee friends as we share the journey!  Please bring a potluck item to share.  Contact Britta Wolfe at wolfe.mom4@verizon.net or 804-364-8924 for more information or to RSVP.

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June 1, 2018, 7:30 PM Jacob Temple, Assistant Music Minister at Saint Bridget Church will play a concert of organ music including pieces by  Bach, Tournemire, and Franck.  Jacob holds degrees in Sacred Music and Organ Performance from Duquesne University’s Mary Pappert School of Music and recently received his Colleague certification (CAGO) from the American Guild of Organists.

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Tuesday, May 1st, from 6:30-8:30 pm in the Church Basement Calling all moms with young children! The Saint Bridget Mom’s Ministry (SBMOM’s) is having their meeting this coming Tuesday in the Church Basement. We are SUPER excited about our speaker for this meeting. We are blessed to have Melissa Caldwell, a pediatric occupational therapist with 20 years experience, come speak to us about our sweet babies. Melissa recently opened her own company called “Hello Baby RVA.”  She will help educate us on:  proper tummy time techniques  developmentally approp...

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Saturday, April 28th from 7:30-12 at 512 Gardiner Rd. Please come shop! Donate to the Sale! It's not too late! We are in need of bigger items, tools, and sporting goods. However, we will take anything! If anyone wants to donate, they can drop off any time at 512 Gardiner Rd.  Please just leave items at bottom of the driveway.  The money goes to keeping our dues down Christmas and Easter family parities charities speakers back to the Church.      

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