Kozak's Korner - Recommended Media

The Wisdom of this World

http://www.lincolndiocese.org/op-ed/bishop-s-column/4323-the-wisdom-of-this-world

Fr. Paul Scalia's homily at his father's funeral

https://www.evernote.com/shard/s361/sh/866afbc0-99d0-45b4-9750-62373a36cc35/2f5f8ba4875b07a24f5a56c4a5019712

Stop the Christian Genocide

http://www.kofc.org/un/en/news/releases/detail/stop-christian-genocide.html

 

Saint Bridget Annual Lenten Fish Fry - Friday, March 11

From John McCulla

Our Annual Parish Lenten Fish Fry is fast approaching – just a couple of weeks away on March 11th, 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm. 

I am writing to ask again for your help at the Fish Fry by volunteering for one shift during the event.  This will leave ample time in the evening to enjoy a great fish dinner and the fellowship of your friends and pew-mates!

Many of you have volunteered for the “Fry” before and enjoyed it.  I hope you will assist this year, too!  Please ask your spouse to help, too!

For those of you that will be serving for the first time, you will have a lot of fun, you will provide service to your fellow parishioners, and you will help make the evening a grand success!  And, Monsignor WANTS YOU TO HELP!  

Please email John at jkmcculla@comcast.net to volunteer!

Thank you for helping in any area at the Fish Fry!  I look forward to hearing back from you!

Best,

John

Annual Pilgrimage to the Shrine of the Immaculate Conception - Saturday, March 5

The Men's Ministry Pilgrimage to the Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Washington is on Saturday, March 5.  This year we will be joined by a contingent of the Men of St. Joseph from St. Edward Church.

The Lenten Pilgrimage includes a tour of the largest Catholic basilica in the United States, opportunity for Confession, a private Mass in the Our Lady of Czestochowa Chapel celebrated by Fr. Stefan, Stations of the Cross, and lunch at an Irish Pub.  Also available is an optional side trip to the nearby Dominican House of Studies, as well as opportunities for private prayer and gift shop/bookstore shopping. 

In this Year of Mercy, the Holy Door of The Shrine will be open and Pope Francis has conceded a plenary indulgence to pilgrims meeting the usual conditions (all available at some point during the day). 

We depart from St. B's front lot promptly at 6:30 am (offer it up as part of your Lent).  We are usually back in Richmond by 5:30-6:00 pm
 

If you want to go, please let me know at ckoz654@aol.com 

Kozak's Korner - Recommended Media

Lenten Daily Devotional Calendar

https://www.kintera.org/site/c.osJRKVPBJnH/b.6606227/k.139A/Lenten_Daily_Devotional_Calendar_Download/apps/ka/sd/donor.asp?c=osJRKVPBJnH&b=6606227&en=8hJFLRNvG7IOI1PyH6KLIXPIIrISLWPIKmIVI5OJKjLNJWOIKvH

Richmond Catholic Theatre

http://www.richmondcatholictheatre.com/#!blank/ebxbl

 

 

LAST MINUTE OPPORTUNITY: Dr. Peter Kreeft in Richmond this Friday

The Office for Evangelization has a unique opportunity to host Dr. Peter Kreeft at the Diocesan Pastoral Center in Richmond this upcoming Friday.  This opportunity has just been presented to us, so apologize for the late notification.  The details are listed below.  Pass this along to anyone who might be interested.

Teaching Youth and Young Adults to Pray

In the midst of a culture of noise, busyness, and constant connectedness, is it possible to foster deep, rich prayer lives in the young people we serve? 

Friday, February 19, 2016 (10:00 am to 2:00 pm)

Diocese of Richmond Pastoral Center (7800 Carousel Lane; Richmond, VA 23294)

There is no charge for this event.

In addition to Dr. Kreeft’s presentation, the afternoon will include Mass, lunch, and opportunities for small group discussion.

About Dr. Kreeft

Dr. Peter Kreeft, internationally renowned philosopher and theologian and author of "Prayer for Beginners" as well as over 40 other titles, will present a workshop for ministry leaders from the Diocese of Richmond. He will unpack the topic of prayer and present a framework for "teaching prayer" that is effective, approachable, and attainable.

Registration Information:

Visit http://goo.gl/forms/nrB5mGdFc9 to register.  Registration closes this Wednesday at 4:30 pm.

Contact the Office for Evangelization for any questions via email (evangelization@richmonddiocese.org) or via phone (804-622-5159).

 

Dr. Peter Kreeft - The Worldview of Star Wars

  • February 18, 2016
  • 6:00pm – 7:30pm
  • Richmond Study Center, 5808 Grove Avenue, Richmond, VA 23226

What is the worldview of Star Wars?  Where does it come from?  And how does it compare and contrast with a Biblical worldview?

Speaker: Dr. Peter Kreeft is a professor of philosophy at Boston College. He loves his five grandchildren, four children, one wife, one cat, and one God. His 75 books include: Handbook of Christian Apologetics, Christianity for Modern Pagans, and Fundamentals of the Faith.

** Since space is limited, everyone must register in advance here by Feb 16 **

http://www.richmondstudycenter.org/events/event/65/the-worldview-of-star-wars/2016-002-18

Annual Pilgrimage to the Shrine of the Immaculate Conception - Saturday, March 5

The Men's Ministry Pilgrimage to the Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Washington is on Saturday, March 5.  This year we will be joined by a contingent of the Men of St. Joseph from St. Edward Church.

 

The Lenten Pilgrimage includes a tour of the largest Catholic basilica in the United States, opportunity for Confession, a private Mass in the Our Lady of Czestochowa Chapel celebrated by Fr. Stefan, Stations of the Cross, and lunch at an Irish Pub.  Also available is an optional side trip to the nearby Dominican House of Studies, as well as opportunities for private prayer and gift shop/bookstore shopping. 

 

In this Year of Mercy, the Holy Door of The Shrine will be open and Pope Francis has conceded a plenary indulgence to pilgrims meeting the usual conditions (all available at some point during the day). 

 

We depart from St. B's front lot promptly at 6:30 am (offer it up as part of your Lent).  We are usually back in Richmond by 5:30-6:00 pm
 

If you want to go, please let me know at ckoz654@aol.com 

 

Mike K. 

March Saturday Meeting - March 12

Our March Saturday meeting will be on the second Saturday of March, March 12, 2016, 7:00am-8:00am in the Parish Meeting Room.

We will discuss Part III, Chapter 2 of Peter Kreeft’s Catholic Christianity.

Coffee starts at 6:30!

Need a facilitator!!

Please thank Msgr. Carr for speaking at our February meeting wqhen you see him.

Please email Leon Shadowen at lshadowen@aol.com to facilitate a meeting.

St. Bridget Church Blood Drive

St. Bridget's Catholic Church
BLOOD DRIVE
Sponsored by The Knights of Columbus

Sunday, February 28th
8:30am to 12:30pm
Parish Center Meeting Room

To make an appointment please go to:
https://vadonor.org or respond to this e-mail with an appointment time


Walk-ins welcome!

Virginia Blood Services

2016 March for Life - Washington, DC

Date and Time:

Friday, January 22, 2016 7:30 AM-  Friday, January 22, 2016 6:00 PM

Description:

March for Life 2016 - Washington, DC. 

Join fellow St. Bridget parishioners at the 2016 March for Life in Washington, D.C. on January 22nd, the anniversary of the infamous Roe v. Wade decision.  The theme for the March this year is Pro-Life and Pro-Woman Go Hand-In-Hand.  The day has been designated as a National Day of Prayer for the Legal Protection of Unborn Children.  If you have never been, you need to go!  It is the largest gathering of Pro-Life supporters in the world!  You will be overwhelmed by the number of youth in attendance and marching for the protection of the unborn! 

Bus transportation again will be generously provided by the Knights of Columbus.  Come to the Columbian Center at 2324 Pump Road by 7:45 a.m. on the 22nd.  We will board buses and proceed to the Richmond Diocesan Center to receive Bishop DiLorenzo’s blessing for the March.  The buses will return to the Columbian Center about 6:00 p.m.  Please dress appropriately for outdoor weather, and bring your own lunch for the day.  To reserve a seat on the bus, contact Mike Kozak at ckoz654@aol.com.  Please join our efforts to save the 1.2 million unborn children who lose their lives to abortion each year in the U.S.