Marriage is a gift from God through which he unites man and woman together in communion of person so that they can radiate his love in the world. The Church embraces all who are called to marriage. So, if you are engaged and thinking of marriage, if you are civilly married but not yet married in the Church, and if you have been living together with your spouse and not yet married, please contact Fr. Hughes for consultation.
Baptisms are being scheduled; please contact the rectory office to begin the process.
Twenty-Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time
October 2, 2022
RESPECT LIFE MONTH OPPORTUNITIES
October is Respect Life Month. We consider more deeply the value of every human life from conception to natural death and how we can help build a culture of life in our communities. There are many opportunities to participate in Respect Life Month:
- 40 Days for Life Fall Campaign/Bethesda - The 40 Days for Life Campaign begins on September 28 and ends November 6. Holy Redeemer Parish supports the campaign on Mondays (Oct. 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31) from 11 am - 5 pm. We pray on the public sidewalk in front of the Leroy Carhart Abortion Clinic at the Wildwood Shopping Center, 10401 Old Georgetown Road, Bethesda. To sign up, click here or add your name to the form in the back of the Church.
- October 1 -Opening of the 30th International Week of Prayer & Fasting - 8:30am-3:30pm at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception. There will be speakers, confession, a global living rosary, a Mass at 1 pm (Bishop Coffey is the celebrant) and a procession of the nations.
- October 1-9 - Week of Prayer & Fasting - Nine days of Mass, Prayer, Fasting, the Rosary and Adoration. There will be speakers Oct. 3-5 that can be accessed online. See www.IWOPF.org for more information.
- October 9 - National Eucharistic Procession and Rosary Prayer Rally - The Rally concludes the Week of Prayer & Fasting. It begins at St. Peter's on Capitol Hill at 1:30 pm and proceeds to the Eastern edge of the National Mall at 3rd Street facing the U.S. Capitol. Rosaries will be prayed for the intentions of respect for life at all stages of development, the sanctity of marriage and families, upholding constitutionally protected religious freedom and the return of our nation to God. Nationally renowned speakers including a Bishop, priests, a consecrated religious sister and lay people will address these intentions. For more information, visit www.rosarycoasttocoast.com/national-rosary-rally
Holy Redeemer Mission Church TOGO Fall Collection is underway. Envelopes are available at each entryway. Checks are to be paid to Holy Redeemer with TOGO in the memo line. Please leave your donation in the collection box by the altar. It will be clearly marked for Mission Togo. Thank you for your continued support of our sister parish Our Lady of Guadalupe in Togo, West Africa.
ATTENTION
TAX and FINANCIAL PROFESSIONALS
Five years ago, Catholic Charities launched the Financial Stability Network (FSN). During this period, FSN has recruited over 200 volunteers to help lower income families and individuals in the Archdiocese of Washington achieve their specific financial goals. Pro bono financial services include preparation of tax returns, individualized, one-on-one, financial coaching, and financial education workshops.
Most of FSN’s clients are referrals from Catholic Charities diverse array of programs.
In light of the economic downturn and the surge of new migrants in our community, the number of families in need of this assistance has increased greatly. We have superb group of tax and other financial professionals who have come to work together with good natured camaraderie and total commitment. At the same time, as spirited as we are, our current team of FSN volunteers need a few more dedicated volunteers to keep up with the growing demand.
If you are interested in joining the FSN team, or know someone who would be a good fit, please reach out to Deacon Jim Shanahan, Director of FSN, at jim.shanahan@cc-dc.org or 202-772-4310.
Consider Catholic Schools: Virtual Information Session
The Catholic Schools Office will host a virtual information session on Thursday, October 13, 2022 at 7:00 PM. This is an opportunity for prospective families to learn more about the admissions and tuition assistance application process. Visit adwcatholicschools.org to register.
Please click on the link above for OUR PARISH TIMES October 2022 issue.