For this weekend's bulletin letter, Fr. Walter continues to explore the Eucharistic Prayer in the series: "Living in the Time of the Pledge". Ever struggled with the length of that part of the Mass? Read to find out when Fr. Walter felt the same way, and how he feels now.
Our bulletin also includes a simple list of the major dates remaining to us for the semester, as well as our quarterly financial report.
Upcoming events and opportunities include:
- Coffee & Muffins: This Sunday, Coffee & Muffins will be hosted by the St. Vincent de Paul Society Holy Trinity Conference. Stop by to speak with them, learn more about their critically-important Easter drive, or click here to donate. Note: They are currently out of funds and need to replenish to continue their work in supporting our neighbors in need!
- CONGRATULATIONS: We have a full list of those who recently received Sacraments, including our Confirmation class.
- EXAM ADORATION & SNACKS: Join us on Wednesday, May 1st for a day of Adoration before the Blessed Sacrament for our students and professors during exams. Click here to signup. Drop off snacks for our students as they study! Please use the boxes in the downstairs narthex.
- Frassati Fellowship: Frassati Young Adults (21-39) will hold a Cinco de Mayo Party (Friday, May 3rd) and a Salsa & Bachata Latin Dance Night (Saturday, June 8th). See the bulletin or email frassati@stauva.org for details!
- Free Organ Concert: The Music Ministry invite you to a free organ concert performed by Bernard Gonzales, one of our UVA students, on Saturday, May 4th, at 7PM. See the bulletin for details.
- Garden Ministry: We are in need of new members. See the bulletin for details or email delia929@comcast.net.
- Walk for Life: Save the Date for the Walk for Life in Charlottesville: Saturday, April 27th, First Baptist Church (Park Street). Click here for full details.
- Men's Retreat: The St. Thomas Men's Ministry will host a half-day retreat on Saturday, April 27th. See the bulletin for details.
- Commencement Mass: Join us for the 2024 Commencement Mass: Friday, May 17th, at 7PM. Graduating students & faculty, click here to RSVP by email to Mary Dudley.
- Vacation Bible School: VBS 2024 will be July 22-25. Click here to register or to volunteer.
- Hope for Haiti Golf Tournament: The fourth annual golf tournament in support of our twin parish in Haiti will be on May 16. Click here to learn more.