The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints presents nativities taken from the Raines collection and those shared by residents of the Kentlands. This Kentlands church is a one-of-one meetinghouse within the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. It was built to match the unique style of the community in which it resides. This year, in addition to nativity displays, the Kentlands Christmas program includes a collection of 31 reprinted paintings depicting the birth of Jesus Christ. Mounted in the building's cultural hall, retired Broadway actress, Sandra Turley, narrates the story of Christ's birth through a reading of Luke 2, while lighting and music draw the audience's attention to the paintings that provide color to each verse of the story. OLVP parishioners are invited to view the magnificent nativity scenes and paintings from 6-9 pm Dec 8-14th and 17th. https://youtu.be/28guhCKMjG8?si=1ps9J-QHtO-DemIS

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Catholic Charities: For over 90 years, Catholic Charities DC has been helping the less fortunate in the DC area. Those living in poverty, immigrants, victims of human trafficking, abuse and violence, those without homes, the sick, those living with disabilities are among the many who are helped. To support this mission of service, please visit www.catholiccharitiesdc.org.

Christmas Living History Program: The National Shrine of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton in Emmitsburg, MD is offering a Christmas Candlelight Tour Living History event in the evenings 11/24 – 11/26 and 11/30 – 12/3 from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Information and a direct link to ticketing can be found at https://setonshrine.org/candlelight-tours/

Interested volunteers (teens & adults) should sign up using the link to help with tree sales /kitchen help that start December 1st through December 10th. Tree Sale: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050844ADA62BA75-45399252-olvps Kitchen Volunteer: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0E4AAFAE2AA6F58-46150207-2023 Food Donations: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0E4AAFAE2AA6F58-46150206-2023

Visitation Parish is having a Pancake Dinner on Tuesday, November 28th from 6 to 7:00 pm (following Faith Formation Classes) in Founders Hall. Free to all! Come join us. Contact Tony Glander (301)460-6404 or tglander@olvp.org. if you have questions or to sign up to volunteer.

Winter hats and scarfs are available for sale with limited quantities. Get yours today! https://forms.ministryforms.net/viewForm.aspx?formId=41d2c44f-4012-44d0-b2b9-5e7b57a156fe

Lovely poinsettias from local nursery for sale at OLVP again this year! Red or White Poinsettias 7 inch pot with 7-11 blooms Order using this form and add a check made payable to “OLVP” with “Poinsettias” in the memo line by Sunday, 11/26 and bring to the office. Order ONLINE by 11/26 to pay by charge or ACH using the QR code below. Pick up in Founder’s Hall on Friday, 12/1 between 6-8 pm, Sat 12/2 from 12-2 PM or Sunday, 12/3 between 9-11am. Red or White Poinsettias are $25.00 ea. https://forms.ministryforms.net/viewForm.aspx?formId=3eb99f0c-b088-42f6-aa3e-0909072fdc19

The goal of this day, November 28th, is to unite our Catholic community to Give Back and Give Catholic in support of the organizations that have been there for the faithful for generations: our parishes, schools, and nonprofit ministries. All donations received by our organization during #iGiveCatholic will be used to make a difference in the lives of the countless brothers and sisters we are called to serve in our community and help us build the body of Christ. Thank you for giving back in gratitude for all you’ve received and thank you for "Giving Catholic" on #GivingTuesday. May God bless you! https://washington.igivecatholic.org/organizations/our-lady-of-the-visitation

PARISH RETREAT: Please join us for an onsite parish retreat with Fr. Greg on Saturday, October 28th from 9 am to 3 pm. The theme is “Road to Freedom” – how we find freedom in Christ, his Cross and forgiveness. We will start with Mass at 9 am, breakfast, talks, Adoration, silent meditation, confessions, Stations of the Cross, lunch, small group discussions, and Benediction. The cost is $20/per person which includes meals. Register at https://olvp.org/oct-28th-fall-retreat-sign-up

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2023 Rosary Rally Crusade of America Needs Fatima. Join us to pray the Rosary for the conversion of the hearts and souls of Americans, for repentance, and to bring our nation to the Immaculate Heart of Mary! On Saturday, October 14, at 12 noon, join us in front of the church and walk to our new Grotto where we will begin the Rosary for America promptly at noon. Extra rosaries will be available.

See full article for Catholic Standard Article link along with photos and videos from the joyous event.

Fr. Greg has been known to spend his off days on Thursdays golfing or spending time with friends and family but can now add flying to his R&R routine!

The exclusive Bretton Woods Golf Course: 15700 River Road, Germantown, MD 20874 Monday, October 30, 2023 - 9am Start Four Player Scramble, Best Ball Format Registration pricing: $225 individual / $800 foursome Includes: Greens fees, lunch with 2 drink tickets, and golf cart Sponsorships available

OLVP will host a training for all interested on Saturday, September 23rd from 1-3 PM. See flyer for more details on how to register, complete online portion and remit payment. Our training will be facilitated by Amanda Williams, BSN, RN. http://redcrosslearning.com/course/73d7a620-38d4-11e6-a59a-67acc4de20d4

Repeats every Tuesday from October 10th until October 31, 2023 Location: Public sidewalk outside Wildwood Medical Center 10401 Old Georgetown Rd Bethesda, MD https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0545abac23a2fa7-olvpforlife#/

In addition to celebrating the Mass, he will bless the new Stations of the Cross. We hope you'll join us for this joyous occasion.

OLVP for Life hopes you can join us and parishioners from Mother Seton and St. Mary's for the “UNPLANNED” MOVIE SHOWING: Join us to watch the inspiring story of how Abby Johnson went from a clinic director with Planned Parenthood to an avid pro-life activist! Free showing in OLVP Founders Hall this coming Monday, August 21 at 7:00 pm. Abby will be the keynote speaker for Shady Grove Pregnancy Center’s 40th Anniversary Benefit Banquet on October 26, 2023. Spread the word and bring a friend

Cardinal Gregory will be celebrating the 11 AM Mass with us on Sunday, September 24th and will Blessing the Stations of the Cross. Come celebrate afterwards with us from 12:00-3 PM at the Fall Festival. Sign up to provide a dessert or volunteer here!