Schedule Changes and Last Minute Cancellations: None noted.

A Fond Farewell and a Hearty Welcome!

After serving OLPH in faith and with love for ten years, Fr. Remi has been reassigned. With the help of many volunteers, we
Fr. Kevin gathered on June 20 and 21 to remember what Fr. Remi brought us, to thank him for all he has left us and to bid him a fond farewell and best wishes in his new assignment at St. Mary's Church in Blacksburg, Virg. Żegnajcie!

On July 10 and 11, we will again gather, this time to welcome our new pastor, Rev. Kevin Segerblom, who was transferred from the four cluster parishes in Portsmouth, Virg., where he served as parochial vicar since his ordination in June, 2007. On July 1, he was busily unpacking boxes in his office and the rectory. Remember, whenever you see Fr. Kevin, be sure to introduce yourself and offer a hearty welcome!

The Great Adventure

An exciting study of Scripture based on the dynamic, twenty-four week, Jeff Cavins DVD series, "The Great Adventure."

For more information about this program, please visit the The Great Adventure.

Session 12: Royal Kingdom - Part 2

With David, God has made His fifth covenant with the Israelites. David is anointed king of Judah, then of all of Israel. He defeats the Philistines and moves his capitol to Jerusalem, with great ceremony. When the Ark has been returned to its proper resting place, David gives his people cakes of meat, bread and raisins. In this, he is acting as much as a priest as he is a king. It time, Solomon assumes the throne, achieves peace on all sides and begins a period of great wisdom and riches for the Kingdom of the Israelites. But They are men, are sinful and are punished. Research God's covenants with His people; see how He is keeping His promises. See how even the greatest of prophets and Kings sin. Ponder what it means to be an imperfect human aspiring to be one with God. Video: 7/11-7/12

Upcoming: Session 13: Divided Kingdom – Part 1; Because Solomon sinned, God rent the kingdom asunder into Israel (north) and Judah (south). In the north, the borders stabilize and the people become complacent and again drift from God who spares them for a while, but in time sends them into exile in Assyria.

Parish Family News

• New to the parish? Welcome! If you have children, ages 3-18, we encourage you to contact the church office at 387-0491 for information on our Christian Formation program. Classes are available for preschoolers thru 11th graders in addition to sacramental preparation programs for Reconcilliation, Eucharist and Confirmation. We look forrward to partnering with you to pass on the faith to your children.
• Visit the Email Notification page to register to receive emails of an urgent nature (e.g., death of a parishioner) from the OLPH office or to update your registered email addresses.
• Today's calendar (7/4/09):
    Olive Branch Open  (10:00 AM - 1:00 PM)  
    Confessions  (4:30 PM - 5:00 PM)  
    Olive Branch Open  (4:30 PM - 7:00 PM)  
    Liturgy  (5:30 PM - 6:30 PM)  
  
• Today's reading (07/04/09): audio or text

Mass Schedule

Saturday Evening - 5:30PM

Sunday Morning - 10:30AM

Weekdays and Holy Days - see bulletin

Roanoke College - see the Catholic Campus page

Roanoke Valley - other Catholic Churches in the area

Eucharistic Adoration - Wednesdays, 3:00PM to 9:00PM

Confessions

Saturday Afternoon - 4:30PM to 5:00PM

Other Times - by appointment

Olive Branch Bookstore & Gift Shop

Wednesday, 1-4PM & 4:30-7PM

Saturday, 10AM-1PM & 4:30-7PM

Call 387-0491 to verify evening hours.

Baptism

During Mass on a designated weekend each month. Contact Deacon Eric Surat regarding baptismal preparation.

Marriage

Contact the Pastor at least six months prior to the intended date. Forms and guidelines required for planning weddings are located on the Forms and Guidelines page.

Faith Formation

Faith Formation is an integral part of the mission of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church, and is a major part of the foundation of the Roman Catholic Church. For more information, please visit our Christian Formation page or follow some links to Diocesan Resources.

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