Every year we sing carols to express the inexpressible—the mystery of God made flesh, the birth of divinity in a child.  All are welcome to join on Thursday, December 4th and 11th from 7 - 8:30 pm in the Chapel. We will explore the fascinating history of four beloved Christmas carols:  Oh Holy Night, Joy to the World, Away in a Manager, and O Little Town of Bethlehem. Led by parishioner and adult catechist Ann Marie Mack, our time together will blend learning, reflection, and song.  Come ready to listen, sing, and rediscover the sacred story these carols continue to tell. An extra special shoutout to all OLGC musicians and choristers!
Please email: cjones@olgcva.org if you plan to attend.

In November 2022, Bishop Burbidge presented 23 strategic initiatives to the People of God in the Diocese of Arlington.  Among those 23 initiatives was one exploring the interest of a Catholic-based Career and Technical Education (CTE)/ Vocational Program in the diocese.  Recently, the diocese completed a first survey, and in that survey over 92% of respondents enthusiastically supported such a program. 

This overwhelming response prompts the effort to advance to the next step: to survey for preferences on the model (or kind) of school and the location of that school.  This is a momentous idea, and I respectfully ask each of you take the survey out of personal interest or for the good of the diocese.  The survey is available in English and Spanish.

The survey will be available from October 23 to November 23.  You may find the survey here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/CTEVOTECH

The next luncheon for senior parishioners of OLGC will be on Thursday, November 20 , at Noon in De Sales Hall. The theme, “Love Without Measure,” reflects the OLGC theme this school year, and a traditional Thanksgiving feast will be served. Although there’s no charge, reservations are required: RSVP at https://sugeni.us/eVeb

RSVP

The Book Swap Table will be open to receive recently read books you wish to donate. Please be sure to choose something to take home. 

Pre-order your wreaths now!

OLGC’s Boy Scout Troop 976 is conducting their annual sale of festive Christmas wreaths. The wreaths are $35 each and usually sell out quickly—the Troop recommends pre-ordering early this year to ensure you get one! The beautiful greenery we select is fresh from a Maryland farm, and the proceeds help keep dues accessible for many members of our Troop. For more
information, please visit https://tinyurl.com/T976wreaths

It is time for the 12th annual Thanksgiving Dinner Drive. There have been more than 480 dinner requests from the nearby community. Please use the link below to commit to donating a basket of food to be delivered to OLGC on Tuesday, November 25. The food will go to our neighbors who are struggling.  There are options for other dates if you are unable to bring your food basket on November 25. 

Your generosity will directly support our neighbors who are facing difficult times. Together, we can make this Thanksgiving brighter for everyone.

👉 Sign up today: https://sugeni.us/e5ZK

Adoration takes place in the Church on the first Friday of each month from September to May, following the 8:30 am Mass, and continues until 12:00 pm. Please sign up for a Holy Hour using the link below. We prefer to have at least two people signed up for a Holy Hour. You will receive a reminder of your time slot 2 days before.  https://sugeni.us/e3nI

You can start using FORMED today. 

Parish Code is VGXJ7X

To register & start using formed.org, Click Here

Come out for a casual evening of local entertainment on Friday, November 14 from 7-10PM in De Sales Hall. Take the stage if you have a talent to share, or just enjoy other performers.

 We’re excited to share that Faith Direct will soon be upgrading to ParishSOFT Giving—our new, secure giving platform.  This upgrade will happen automatically and securely. No action is required from you—your gift schedules and payment details will carry over seamlessly.

This upgrade will happen automatically and securely on Tuesday, October 21. 

What’s new about ParishSOFT Giving?

• Weekly Giving: If you selected weekly giving, your gifts will now be deducted each week instead of in one monthly batch. 
• More Flexibility: Adjust your giving schedule to any date that works for you—not just the 4th or 15th. 
• More Ways to Give: Now you can donate using PayPal, Venmo, Apple Pay, or Google Pay. Keep an eye out for more information soon!  

Useful Links: 

• COMMON  GIVER QUESTIONS 
• GIVER GUIDE 
• Managing My Giving 
• Creating and Editing Recurring Gifts  

If you need further assistance, contact donorsupport@parishsoft.com or call 866-507-8757.

 

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Nos complace anunciar que Faith Direct pronto se actualizará a ParishSOFT Giving, nuestra nueva plataforma segura para donaciones. Esta actualización se realizará de forma automática y segura. No es necesario que haga nada: sus calendarios de donaciones y detalles de pago se transferirán sin problemas.
 
¿Qué novedades hay en ParishSOFT Giving?

• Donaciones semanales: Si seleccionó la opción de donaciones semanales, sus donaciones ahora se deducirán cada semana en lugar de una tanda mensual. 
• Mayor flexibilidad: Ajuste su calendario de donaciones a la fecha que mejor le convenga, no solo al 4 o al 15. 
• Más formas de donar: Ahora puede donar mediante PayPal, Venmo, Apple Pay o Google Pay. ¡Esté atento a más información pronto!

Si necesita más ayuda, comuníquese con donationsupport@parishsoft.com 
 o llame al 866-507-8757.

An AED (automated external defibrillator) is a lightweight, battery-powered piece of medical equipment that can be potentially lifesaving. An AED is used to treat ventricular fibrillation, the most common cause of sudden cardiac arrest. Anyone is a potential victim of sudden cardiac arrest, man or woman, young or old. Survival of a sudden cardiac arrest is related to how quickly a victim is defibrillated. AED units are seen in most public places such as libraries, swimming pools, airports, shopping malls... and OLGC.

OLGC has six AED units located in the following areas:

* Narthex of the Church (close to De Sales Hall)

* Preschool, Room E (De Sales Hall lower level)

* St. Joseph Center (in the stairwell going up to the second floor)

* School outside the Health Clinic (close to the main entrance)

* School outside the gym

* School, 2^nd floor, by the elevator close to the resource and math rooms

These AED units are only lifesaving if people are trained in CPR and AED use. Trained responders are the key to potentially saving another person's life. Consider enrolling in a CPR/AED class soon!