St. Philip 2022 Women’s Retreat on Saturday, February 5

8am-1:30pm in Hayden Hall

“Encountering Jesus and Each Other in the Word” is the theme of the 2022 St Philip Women's Retreat. Register at the rectory or after weekend masses starting this weekend. There is a $15 registration fee.

Fr. Thomas Cavanaugh, Parochial Vicar, St. John the Apostle, Leesburg, is the special guest presenter. Fr. Thomas will help us go deep in the Bible and in our personal relationships. This Day of Recollection will be especially helpful for those women doing the "Bible in A Year." By emphasizing the benefit of shared experiences where "two or more are gathered in My Name," Fr. Thomas will encourage us to deepen our friendships with Jesus and each other by reading and sharing the Word of God.

• Begins with 8am Mass, concludes 1:30pm
• Light breakfast, snacks and lunch included
• Presentations, small group discussions, Adoration, Confession
• Limit of 50 attendees
• Masks encouraged but not mandated
• Social distancing will be observed for everyone’s well-being

Take Note

Bible in a Year (BIAY) with Fr. Mike Schmitz Continues

It’s not too late to read/listen to the Bible in a Year. For support and inspiration we meet and discuss two Tuesdays a month. Our next meeting is January 25 in Room 5. Contact Suzanne Webb at suzannedwebb@hotmail.com with any questions.

"The Chosen" Make-up Date Set

Join us Monday, January 31, at 7:45pm in Hayden Hall as we finish Season One of "The Chosen." Our previous date was canceled due to the weather. The tentative start date for starting Season Two of "The Chosen" is Feb. 7. The final schedule will be announced soon.

2022 Bishop's Lenten Appeal (BLA) Begins

The 2022 BLA mailing was recently sent to parishioners. The theme this year is “Do this in remembrance of me.” After reflecting upon the blessings God has given you, please prayerfully consider a pledge. The BLA funds programs and ministries that serve thousands of people in our diocese. Through the inspiration of the BLA theme, let us remember the tender nature of Christ as together we give of ourselves to others. Make a gift at arlingtondiocese.org/BLA

Food Pantry Needs

The Food Pantry is in need of the following: pasta & pasta sauce, mac n cheese, soups (chunky and condensed), jelly, rice, veggies. There are three ways to donate. 1) Drop off nonperishable food or personal care items in the collection bin located inside of the church entryway. 2) Donate using the St. Philip Amazon Wish List. Items will automatically be delivered to St. Philip. 3) Make a financial donation.