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Our Lady of Good Counsel Catholic Church is a welcoming faith community of over 3000 families located in suburban Vienna, Virginia. A part of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Arlington, it is administered by the Oblates of St. Francis de Sales.
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May all our actions, words, thoughts, and spirit be centered in God, on God, and for God! Let us keep our passions well-disciplined and our spirit pure and faithful. Fidelity to our way of life will help us keep our thoughts centered on God. Then our words will be an inspiration to family, friends, and acquaintances.
- St. Jane de Chantal
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The Holy Oils were blessed by our bishop at the Chrism Mass on Holy Thursday. There are three kinds of oil: Oil of Catechumens, Holy Chrism, and Oil of the Sick. These oils are used in the sacramental life of our parish. The oils are presented to the parish at the beginning of the Mass of the Lord's Supper.
Presentation of the Holy Oils
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"If we patiently accept through love all that God allows to happen, then we will begin to taste even here on earth something of the delights the saints experience in heaven."
– St. Jane Frances de Chantal
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"Do not wish to be anything except what you are, and strive to be that well."
– St. Francis de Sales
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Jesus no longer belongs to the past, but lives in the present and is projected towards the future, he is the everlasting 'today' of God
- Pope Francis
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Line in the Sand - May 20th 7:30pm
Join us for a dramatic reading of the Line in the Sand, Stories from the United States/Mexico Border, a collection of interviews from those directly impacted by our current debate on immigration policy. If you are interested in attending or being part of the production, please contact Deacon Brian at bzumbrum@olgcva.org.
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Blood Drive - Sun. May 26th 8am-1pm
GIVE BLOOD - GIVE LIFE ** Sign up in the narthex or Online to Schedule an Appointment.
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Ordination of Rev. Mr. Brian Zumbrum, OSFS
The Oblates of St. Francis de Sales joyfully announce Deacon Brian's Ordination to the Sacred Order of the Priesthood.
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Auction Items Still Available
Did you miss the auction? There are still a few items left. Please call the auction office (703) 896-7425, if you are interested in any of the following packages:
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Fall Fest Volunteers Needed
Planning for Fall Fest is underway and we need your help! This Annual FUN Event is for ALL members of our Parish is RUN by members of the Parish.
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2013-14 CGS & Elem./Jr. High CCF Registration
Open registration for Catechesis of the Good Shepherd (ages 3-5) and Elementary/Jr. High CCF (Grades K-8). ALL Forms & Payment are DUE August 1st.
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Parish Social Outreach Honor Roll - Can you Assist?
Friday May 24: Volunteers will be contributing food for a breakfast for So Others May Eat. Interested? Contact Anna Somers for more information at annasomers@verizon.net
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Congratulations to our 8th Graders!!
On Friday, May 17th, 114 8th graders from OLGC CCF & School Celebrated the Sacrament of Confirmation. We extend our gratitude and appreciation to our confirming prelate, The Most Reverend Octavia Cisneros for celebrating with us.
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Congratulations to the 2013 Spring Track Team!
Our 7th & 8th grade team came in first place, our 5th & 6th grade team came in first place (second place was 70 points behind), and our 3rd & 4th grade team came in third place.
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Thank You - Bishop's Lenten Appeal
We wish to thank all of those who have particpated! As of May 11th, 22% of parishioners have pledged $294,0016 which is 98% of our goal of $300,000. Donations still accepted.
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Parish Social Outreach Honor Roll - Can you Assist?
Friday May 24: Volunteers will be contributing food for a breakfast for So Others May Eat. Interested? Contact Anna Somers for more information at annasomers@verizon.net
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Project Isaiah
“...when I was in the womb, before my birth He had pronounced my name.” - Isaiah 49:1 ** This is an initiative to provide sonogram equipment & training for a Pregnancy Help Clinic. The cost is $65,000, and we still have a long way to go to reach that goal. We are grateful for your generosity in this urgent need. Click here to donate to Project Isaiah.
- 05/19
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Father/Daughter Pancake Breakfast
DeSales Hall
10:30am
- 05/20
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Baptism Classes
St Joseph Center- Red Room
7:30pm - 9:00pm -
Line in the Sand
Church & DeSales Hall
7:30pm - 9:00pm
- 05/22
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FaithMatters
DeSales Hall
8:30am - 10:00am -
FaithMatters
DeSales Hall
7:30pm - 9:00pm
- 05/26
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Blood Drive
Parking Lot
8:00am - 1:00pm
- 05/29
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FaithMatters
DeSales Hall
8:30am - 10:00am -
FaithMatters
DeSales Hall
7:30pm - 9:00pm
- 05/31
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The Alpha Course
Counsel Rm
7:00pm - 9:00pm
- 06/02
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Donut Social
DeSales Hall
7:00am - 3:00pm -
Young Adult Mass Reception
Lower Level DeSales Hall Lobby
6:30pm - 7:30pm
- 06/05
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FaithMatters
DeSales Hall
8:30am - 10:00am