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314 Turner Road  †  Salem, VA 24153  †  (540)387-0491  †  Fax: (540)389-8237  †  E-mail

The Catholic community of Our Lady of Perpetual Help, guided by the Holy Spirit, commits itself to work steadfastly in love and humility to discern the will of God as we seek to proclaim the mission of Jesus Christ in our Parish and beyond.

Gifted and called by our Baptism, we dedicate ourselves to minister to the diverse needs of all God's people through every
dimension of our worship, formation, fellowship, stewardship and service.

May all that we do in His name glorify Jesus Christ. Amen


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  • Art & Faith at OLPH on June 6—Join author and educator Louis Bosco for a visual presentation on the ways in which art reveals the meaning of life on June 6 at 7pm in the Social Hall. Mr. Bosco holds an MFA from the George Washington University, and an MA in Theology and Christian Ministry from the Franciscan University of Steubenville. He will be available to sign copies of his new book, Images of the Unseen, following the presentation. For more information, contact Andrea Sexton in the church office, 387-0491.
  • Year of Faith Series continues on June 17. Father Michael J. Herbert will continue the Year of Faith series at Our Lady of Perpetual Help with a special presentation of the Vatican II Dogmatic Constitution on Divine Revelation - Dei Verbum on Monday, June 17 at 7pm in the Social Hall. Dei Verbum addresses the following questions: What is Revelation? When did public revelation end? How is God’s self-disclosure conveyed throughout history? Who is the author of Sacred Scripture? What is Tradition? What are the roles of the Holy Spirit and the Magisterium? For more information, contact Andrea Sexton in the church office, 387-0491.
  • Summer Faith Series: Theology of the Body begins June 2. Theology of the Body will give you a revolutionary and fulfilling vision for life, as it offers a new way to authentically see yourself, your faith, your relationships, and your world! Register for this 8 session Summer series by sending an email with your name and contact information to Andrea Sexton in the Church office or call the office 387-0491. Cost for the optional study guide is $10.
  • Is God calling you? Do you attend Mass on occasion? Do you feel drawn to the Catholic Church? Do you have questions about the Catholic faith? If you answered yes to any of these and would like to inquire about the Catholic faith, please call Tommy Denton at 343-0027 or Andrea Sexton at the parish office, 387-0491, ext. 303.
  • 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 (5/25/13):
      Confessions  (4:00 PM - 5:00 PM)  
      Private Gathering in Social Hall  (5:00 PM - 10:00 PM)  
      Mass  (5:30 PM - 6:30 PM)  
  • Today's reading (05/25/13): audio or text

Mass Schedule

Saturday Evening - 5:30PM Vigil

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 - 4:00PM 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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Let us stress what we have in common rather than what divides us. — Pope Paul VI

Nothing will be impossible for God. — Luke 1:37

Actions speak louder than words; let your words teach and your actions speak. — St. Anthony of Padua