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Upcoming News and Announcements - 7/2/2026

All Day and Night Adoration is on Friday. After 6:30 am Mass in the church, Adoration will begin in the Parish Center Chapel around 7:00am and will continue in the chapel until 7:00pm, where it will continue in the church, all night, until 9:00am on Saturday.
 
The Parish Center Offices will be closed tomorrow in observance of the Independence Day holiday.
 
On July 4th 2026, at 2:50pm, listen for church bells and other bells being rung at churches, cathedrals, and historical sites throughout our communities.  As in 1876 and 1976, St Mary’s continues the tradition of ringing our bell at auspicious events.  The bell will toll 13 times in recognition of our 13 original colonies.  The Nation has called for this act as we celebrate our patriotism and our unity throughout the land.  Additional information may be found online at Bell Ringing for America’s 250th | National Bell Festival.
 
Amigos en Cristo Friends in Christ are having a dinner and silent auction on Saturday, July 11th starting at 6:00pm. See the bulletin for more information.
The following events are coming up. Please make note on your calendar and watch for further information in our bulletin or in future Flocknotes!!
 
Scheduled Monthly Events:
  • All-day Adoration is in the Parish Center Chapel from 7:00am until 7:00pm and on First Friday, all-night Adoration from 7:00pm is available in the church every First Friday with Saturday devotions on the First Saturdays of the month. All Night Adoration is Friday from 7pm to 9am.
  • Young Adults gather for coffee and breakfast the first Sunday of the month after the 9:30am Mass every month. The Young Adults will not be meeting this month.
  • Luminaries of Holy Mary will meet on the first Monday of the month in the Conference Room from 5:00pm to 6:30pm to discuss Fatima and pray the Rosary. The next meeting is Monday, July 6th.
  • Patricians meet monthly on the first Monday of the month at 7:00pm in Farrell Hall to discuss Catholic topics. The next Patricians meeting will discuss the Surrender Novena and will be held on Monday, July 6th.
  • Family Adoration is normally offered every third Saturday of the month starting at 10:00am in the new church. No Family Adoration from June through August.
  • Spaghetti Dinner and Pancake Breakfast are usually the second weekend of the month. Have a great dinner after the 5:00pm Mass on Saturday. Pancake Breakfast is served after the 7:30am and 9:30am Masses.  The Knights are taking a Pancake Breakfast and Spaghetti Dinner break for the Summer. They will be back in September.
  • Diapers, Wipes and Formula will be collected during the weekend of the fourth Sunday of the month and donations can be left in the foyer of the Parish Center. 
  • The second collection on the third Sunday of the month is for debt reduction. 
  • Food Pantry donation bags are usually given out the first weekend of the month with the collection through the second Sunday at 1:00pm. 
  • Martha’s Table 4th Sunday Sandwich Collection will be on the fourth Sunday, only from 1-3 PM.Drop off at the back of Farrell Hall (Door 4). Full details at tinyurl.com/MTSandwiches. 
 
Upcoming Events:
  • The next Picnic Meeting is Thursday, July 16th at 7:00pm in Farrell Hall. Bring your ideas and support. Many volunteers are needed for the picnic.(Note the day is Thursday, not Sunday.)
  • Women’s Group meeting on July 21st in Farrell Hall at 10:00am. Bring your ideas!!!
  • Women’s Discipleship Quad interest meeting is on July 21st in Farrell Hall at 7:00pm.
  • Vacation Bible School is being held the week of August 3rd through August 7th. More information coming. See Moving Forward Section below for registration information.

Moving Foward

VBS 2026 Registration is OPEN! 
Join us this summer for a fun and faith-filled week at Vacation Bible School:
 Tracking Mary: Mysteries & Messages
 Journey with Mary. Grow closer to Jesus.
August 3–7
 9:00 AM–12:00 PM
 
CAMPERS:
Open to children in Pre‑K 4 (potty trained required) through rising 5th grade.

 All are welcome—parishioners and guests alike!
 
TEEN VOLUNTEERS NEEDED:
VBS is a great service opportunity for middle school (rising 6–8) and high school teens.
 Teen volunteers register for FREE!
 
ADULT VOLUNTEERS:
College & Young Adults welcomed! 
 
Nursery care is available for children over 12 months for parents who volunteer.
 
Featuring:
  • Online registration
  • Family maximum pricing
  • Discount for families with adult volunteers
 
 

Welcome from our Pastor

On behalf of our parish family, welcome to St. Mary of Sorrows parish website! We would love for you to join us on Sunday, and every day!  Please look over our website and if we can be of help to you, please do not hesitate to contact me or a staff member. Our mission/vision statement is listed below to provide you with a deeper sense of our commitment to our Lord Jesus.

In Christ Through Mary,
Rev. Thomas P. Vander Woude, Pastor

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