Hi Everybody, Kait from Flocknote here. A quick update to let you all know that the USCCB has been generous enough to create some free materials for the upcoming "9 Days for Life" that are now available in both English and Spanish in the Flocknote Library. New "9 Days for Life" Pre-made Emails + Texts "9 Days for Life" is a multi-faceted novena for the respect and protection of human life. Each day, a different intention is accompanied by a short reflection, suggested actions, and related information. Check out The Library to explore these pre-made (but still editable) emails and texts that are professional, high-quality, and ready to send! Find more resources including graphics, social media posts and more for this event on their website for leaders. Thank you all for the important work you do! Have a wonderful day. Pax Christi, Kait and the Flocknote team

A couple of links for staying at home Christmas activities. A blessing for your Christmas Tree. https://catholiccurrent.org/prayers/blessing-of-a-christmas-tree/ Family-friendly Christmas movies. https://catholiccurrent.org/living-the-faith/classic-christmas-movies/

Immaculate Conception Masses on Dec. 8th: 7:30 am, Noon, and 7:00 pm Virgin of Guadalupe Mass on Dec. 12th: 7:30 am Morning Song for Mary: 6:00 am

Please click to follow link for information in the upcoming election.

Join Catholics throughout Charles County in prayer asking for God's blessing on the upcoming election. That we elect to all offices virtuous men and women who are open to the inspiration and guidance of the Holy Spirit and for a return of peace, unity, justice and prosperity to our suffering nation. This is a strictly non-partisan event. Our entire focus is prayer and we are only asking for one hour of your time. Free St. Michael t-shirts, rosaries, and prayer cards. Sign up at: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/508044ca9a823a4f85-election

Click the icon for a link to a Novena for the unborn and say the Rosary daily during the month.

September 4th will be First Friday of the Month and we will have a 7:30 am Mass with the exposition of the Blessed Sacrament after Mass until 5:00 pm. Please sign up to spend time with the Lord.

Next week we begin the 3-Day novena and Mass to the Virgin Mary in preparation for our 111th Annual Feast Day. On Thursday Sept 3rd there will be no 7:30 am Mass. Instead Mass will be at 7:00 pm as we begin the Novena and Mass to Virgin Mary.

CCD Registration - Religious Education Classes will begin September 10, 2020. CCD Registration currently ongoing online via our parish website. Please contact Janet Lacey via the email: staroftheseareligion@gmail.com

Indian Head Village Green Pavilion 100 Walter Thomas Rd. Program Offered by the Charles County Health Department. Questions or for more information please call: 301‐609‐6900

With gratefulness for your service to our parish community and families. Praying for you that the Lord bless you and keep you, fill your life with His joy and sustain you by His grace.

As we move indoors to worship we will continue to follow the Archdiocese of Washington, and Charles County guidelines. Thank you all for your support, continued patience, and understanding in helping maintain the safety and wellbeing of all as the restrictions are lifted The list below briefly addresses things we all need to keep in mind while attending Mass.  Social distancing and use of mouth covering will remain in place. Families will be allow to sit close together.  Attendance at Mass and Church seating will be limited.  The dispensation issued by Archbishop Gregory from the obligation to attend Mass during this time remains in effect.  The Liturgical changes made in March will remain in effect, e.g., distribution of Holy Communion under one species, no exchanging of the sign of peace, no holy water fonts, etc....

Flocknote is a wonderful application that will help our parish disseminate important information more quickly. You'll also be able to receive texts and e-mails on ministries that you choose. Please visit https://staroftheseaindi.flocknote.com/everyone or click on the icon to the left to register. Please watch the video below for more information.

Click on the icon to follow the link to view information on Covid19 from The Catholic Apostolate Center

Until masses resume, the Archdiocese of Washington has documented guidelines for setting up a prayer service for your home. To view or download, please follow path; above, click "About", click "Bulletin Inserts", click "Prayer Service At Home.

‘The Light is On For You’ is an initiative of the Archdiocese of Washington and the Diocese of Arlington where Catholic churches across the D.C. metro area are open for quiet prayer and Confession throughout Lent. “The Church must be a place of mercy freely given, where everyone can feel welcomed, loved, forgiven and encouraged to live the good life of the Gospel.” –Pope Francis, Click on the icon to the left to go to the site.

Friday, March 6th, from 5:15 to 6:45, the JFK Council of the Knights of Columbus is sponsoring a fish fry in the Parish Hall. The Lenten Meal will begin after the First Friday Benediction, which starts at 5 and will end before the Stations of the Cross, which starts at 7 pm. The menu is one Lenten portion of fried fish, potatoes salad and a beverage, in the spirit of fasting. Donations to the Parish will be accepted.

Formed.org is a Catholic online teaching site. Discover thousands of books, audio talks, movies, documentaries and studies... there is something for every member of the family to help them to grow closer to Christ and His Church. Click on the Formed icon to the left to sign up.Go to Formed.org Select "Sign Up" Select "I Belong to a Parish or Organization" (Third Option) Create a New Account – Find Star of the Sea via zip code 20640 Select “St Mary’s Piscataway (20735) and Star of the Sea (20640) “

Friday February 21st, at 7 pm we will celebrate a Memorial Mass for all those who passed away in 2019. We encourage you to invite family and friends to come celebrate the memory of your loved ones. A small reception will immediately follow in the Church Hall.

February 25th from 5 to 7 pm in the Church Hall, The Knights of Columbus are hosting Pancake Tuesday to start us off in Lent. Come out and enjoy and evening meal of fellowship and pancakes!