Vote: Our Sacred Duty

Bishop Michael F. Burbidge and Richmond Bishop Barry Knestout Pre-election Letter

Election Day is November 2, and early voting has already begun. Virginia voters will elect a governor, lieutenant governor, attorney general and all 100 members of the Virginia House of Delegates. Much is at stake, and it is our sacred duty to form our consciences and vote. 

May we join with Catholics across the commonwealth in voting for leaders committed to policy positions that uphold the truth reflected in our Catholic beliefs, most notably the protection of all human life, especially those in greatest need. We begin this process with prayer and reflection, standing upon the fundamental teachings of our Catholic Faith.

• Read the full bishops' statement
• 2021 Virginia Election Resources
  • Governor candidates: Side-by-side comparisons
  • Lieutenant governor candidates: Side-by-side comparisons
  • Attorney general candidates: Side-by-side comparisons 

Use the hashtag #CatholicsVote in your social media posts this election season. Please pray before you vote on November 2.

All Souls Day Candlelit Mass Tuesday, Nov. 2

Candle Sales Online Now

St. Philip will again be offering a candlelit evening mass for All Souls Day. Please join us Tuesday evening, November 2, at 7pm, as we remember the dearly departed.

If you would like to reserve a candle for a loved one, they are available for a $10 donation. Candles are available in the Rectory Office Monday-Friday, 10am to 5pm, or order online at: stphilipsparish.com/AllSoulsCandles.

You can take the candle home with you at the end of the Mass or pick it up later in the church hallway. Please contact the office at (703) 573-3808 or stphilipsparish@gmail.com with questions.

Diocesan Pilgrimage Saturday, October 30

Join St. Philip's Trek to the National Shrine

Bishop Burbidge invites you to join him to mark this "Year of St. Joseph" at the diocesan Marian pilgrimage to the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Washington, D.C. on Saturday, October 30. This beautiful family event is free. Schedule and details here.

St. Philip will be getting a bus so we can go as a group. Watch this space for more details soon.

"40 Days for Life" through October 31

Join St. Philip in Weekly Rosary, Fasting and Pray to Stop Abortion

Help save lives by praying and fasting to end the injustice of abortion during the 40 Days for Life fall campaign, now through October 31.

• On Sundays after the noon Mass, parishioners are invited to gather at the Angel Statue on the rectory lawn to pray a Rosary for life.

St. Philip parishioners are also praying at the Falls Church vigil site at 900 S. Washington St.

• Fr. Will and St. Philip parishioners pray in front of the center Wednesday mornings at 9am during 40 Days for Life. St. Philip has also committed to praying in front of the site on Fridays at 5:30pm.

Whether you participate on-site, at church or from home, please pray for respect for life during the 40 days. For more information go to 40daysforlife.com or contact Susan Migliore at 703-538-2143.

Take Note

Youth Ministry Parent Partnership

Parents of youth in middle or high school, as well as any adults interested in supporting Youth Ministry in our parish, are welcome to meet with Sister Marie Benedict to build relationships and share ideas. We will host two meetings: Saturday, October 16, 7 pm, Newman Room, in English; and Wednesday, October 20, 7:45 pm, Hayden Hall, in Spanish. We will provide refreshments.

Homilies Back on the Website

Homilies from the 10am Mass are back on this website. Go here for the list. If you missed a homily, you can also watch the full mass from 10am Sunday (English) and 2pm (Spanish).

Bishop Burbidge's Message on Domestic Violence Awareness Month

October is National Domestic Violence Month. As the Body of Christ, we must stand ready to assist those who are being abused. Bishop Burbidge offers advice on how can we as Catholics help victims of domestic violence. Watch his video message or read the transcript here.

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Bishop Burbidge Releases "A Catechesis on the Human Person and Gender Ideology"

Read the full document here. | Download (English) | Download (en Español)