Join Us at the Virginia March for Life

Bus to Richmond Leaves After the 8am Mass

St. Philip's Parish is organizing a bus to go down to Richmond for the Virginia March for Life. The timing of the day is key, since it will be during the first regular legislative session in Virginia since the Dobbs decision, and there is an opportunity with support from Governor Youngkin to improve abortion laws in our state, such as passing a 15-week ban.

A bus will leave from the St. Philip parking lot after the 8am Mass, approximately 9am. We will participate in the rally and march, and then depart from Richmond at 3:30pm for a 5pm (depending on traffic) return to St. Philip.

• Sign up in the vestibule or online here.

Bishop Burbidge will be participating in the Virginia March for Life. Watch this special invitation to join him, "Every Voice Makes a Difference | Virginia Pro-Life Day" here.

Help Us Celebrate Our New Deacon

Pray Service and Potluck This Sunday, Jan, 29, at 6pm

Parishioner Rob Sardegna received his “call to orders” from Bishop Burbidge to be ordained a permanent deacon on Saturday, January 28, at the Cathedral of St. Thomas More in Arlington. Due to space limitations, the whole parish will not be able to witness this wonderful event. All are welcome to Deacon Rob Sardegna’s first Masses as deacon here at St. Philip Church at 9am and 11am on Sunday, January 29.

Later that day, we will continue to honor Rob at one of our “Eat, Drink and Be Catholic” events. We will start at 6 pm with Evening Prayer in the church, then move to Hayden Hall for a potluck dinner. Please bring a dish to share and help us celebrate Deacon Rob!

First Friday Adoration Feb. 3-4

"The greatest love story of all time is contained in a tiny white Host."
- Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen

Come and spend some time in adoration with Our Lord and let him pour his love, grace and mercy over you!  Adoration begins Friday, Feb. 3, at 3pm and continues through the night, pausing briefly for the 7pm Friday Mass.  There will be a 7am First Saturday Rosary followed by Benediction and Reposition.

Signing up for a time slot ensures that someone is always present with Our Lord as he is exposed on the altar. Please review the available slots and sign up here.

News and Notes

Save the Date: St. Philip Women's Retreat on Saturday, Feb. 18

Join fellow women of St. Philip on Saturday, February 18, to delve into Mary's Magnificat, her song of praise and this year's diocesan theme. Sister Marie Benedict will help us to pray, reflect, discuss, and explore ways to live Mary's words of rejoicing in our own lives. The retreat will begin with Mass at 8 am and end at noon. Look for future announcements as well as a sign-up genius link soon. For more information, contact Patty Mitchell or Suzanne Webb.

"Catechism in a Year" Study Continues; Next Meeting: Tuesday, Jan. 31

St. Philip parishioners are reading the entire Catechism of the Catholic Church together using “The Catechism in a Year” podcast with Fr. Mike Schmitz. Get the reading plan and podcast here. Upcoming dates are Feb. 14 and 28, March 14 and 28, and April 11 and 25.

Watch and Discuss "The Chosen" on Monday Nights

We meet Mondays at 7:45 pm in the Newman Room. We are finishing season 2 and will soon start season 3. The Chosen is the first ever multi-season TV show about the life of Jesus. Created outside of the Hollywood system, The Chosen allows us to see Him through the eyes of those who knew Him. No matter where you are at in your journey with Jesus Christ, this TV show is for you. It pulls the four Gospels into a new video series about Jesus Christ and His disciples.

2023 Bishop's Lenten Appeal (BLA) Begins!

The 2023 BLA mailing was recently sent to parishioners. The theme is “My soul rejoices in the Lord,” which is shared with the second preparatory year of the Diocesan Jubilee. The BLA funds programs and ministries that serve thousands of people in our diocese. Through the inspiration of the BLA theme, let us joyfully make a pledge to support God's Kingdom in our diocese! You may make a gift at: arlingtondiocese.org/BLA

Car Raffle Tickets Coming to Your Mailbox

All Saints Church has invited our parishioners to participate in their Multi Car Raffle. Prizes include four 2023 vehicles from Ourisman Ford of Manassas (Ford Escape, Mustang, Ranger Truck and Bronco Sport). One $5.00 ticket offers the purchaser a chance to win all four vehicles plus $40,000 (including one for $20,000) in cash prizes. You will be receiving tickets in the mail within the next week or so. Please consider selling/purchasing the tickets mailed to you.

Look in the Pews for a New Way to Contribute

You can now use your phone to make contributions to St. Philip. Look for the QR code fliers with the guest envelopes in the back of the pews. Simply scan the code, select the type of contribution you want to make from the dropdown menu, and enter payment information. The flier also includes a code that takes you to sign-up page to become a regular contributor via Parish Giving. Thank you for supporting St. Philip!

Food Pantry Needs

Don’t forget the Food Pantry when doing your grocery shopping. There is always need. In addition to food, currently we are in great need of reusable grocery bags. As a reminder, the Food Pantry is open for food distribution on the 1st and 3rd Saturdays of the month starting at 8:30am. For more information, please email eac2427@gmail.com.