To form disciples, in and beyond Bowie, who joyfully live out the Mission of Jesus Christ
Whether it's In Person or Online,
we look forward to seeing you this weekend!
Saturday at 5:30 pm / Sunday at 9:30 am & 11:30 am
It’s my sad duty as pastor to share with you that Donna Gamble, our parish secretary, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday evening. Donna was an absolute gem of a secretary and a terrific human being. She was so compassionate in dealing with dozens of requests every day from parishioners as well as those in need of assistance. No matter how challenging her tasks became, Donna never lost her cool or her sense of humor. Her deep faith and devotion to the parish were evident to all who knew her. Donna will be truly missed! As a parish we extend our deepest sympathies to her husband Bob, her sons, and all her relatives and friends. We will share funeral arrangements once they are finalized.
Peace,
Fr. Mike Jones
Join us for Mass on Thanksgiving Day on
Thursday, November 28 at 10:00 am in person and at SPX Online.
If you are interested in Becoming Catholic please join our adult discipleship coordinator, Jen Mayer on Sunday, November 24th at 10:30 am at the Info Desk in the Church Entranceway for an info session. Jen will give you an overview of what is involved, answer any questions you may have, and help you to get started if you are ready. To RSVP or if you have questions, please email Jen: adults@spxbowie.org.
We're looking to hire a Weekend Maintenance Assistant to make sure our campus is clean, safe, ready and welcoming at all times. Interested in joining our team?
OPPORTUNITIES TO SERVE
GIVE is one of our best SPX traditions - when we celebrate giving and receiving Christmas joy. There are lots of ways to serve - set-up, being part of the Nativity Stations ( a great way for families to serve together!), baking, being a host, helping with greeting and hospitality! It takes over 80 volunteers to make this exciting night happen!
Homelessness is all around us. But for the grace of God, we or a loved one could be homeless too. SPX will be adopting families from the Warm Nights Homeless Shelter. Your family, small group, etc. can choose a family to adopt and provide Christmas gifts for.
We are excited to invite those in grades 2 - 8 to be part of the Children’s Choir at the 4 pm Mass on Christmas Eve. Rehearsals will be from 7 - 8:15 pm on Wednesdays: December 4, December 11 & December 18 in the Church. A final rehearsal with the 5:30 pm group will take place on Sunday, December 22 from 3 - 5 pm.
This year we’re throwing a Christmas celebration that you and your family simply can’t miss! It’s called “Gingerbread Bash,” on Friday, December 6. And we need your help to make it happen - set up, hospitality, greeting & clean up!
The Giving Tree is an opportunity for you & your family to help others this Christmas. SPX will be collecting gifts, gift cards & donations. This mission serves many area needs. Donations are due December 15.
Our Christmas Masses are some of our most attended each year. We want everyone who enters our doors to know they are welcome, seen & loved. Serve as a Greeter at one of our Masses to help make this Christmas at SPX one to remember.
OPPORTUNITIES TO GROW
Prepare your heart for Christmas by receiving Jesus' mercy in the Sacrament of Reconciliation during Advent.
Saturdays, from 4:45- 5:15 pm
Wednesday, December 11 at 7 pm
Thursday, December 18 at 7 pm
Fr. Treston will assist Fr. Mike on Dec. 18.
Get ready for Advent! The Religious Goods Stand will be selling Advent Candles and the Little Blue Advent Devotional Books after all Masses. Little Blue Books are $2 each.
This year we’re throwing a Christmas celebration that you and your family simply can’t miss! It’s called “Gingerbread Bash,” and it’s happening on Friday, December 6 from 6:30 - 8 pm in the Hall. You might be wondering, “What exactly is a Gingerbread Bash? Along with creating and decorating your own gingerbread nativity, you’ll enjoy games, singing, hearing the Christmas story straight from the Bible, and discovering how Jesus is the true STAR of our lives. The cost is $15 and includes all the supplies needed to make your own gingerbread Nativity as well as refreshments. You definitely don’t want to miss out on all the fun, so be sure to register today!
Join us on Sunday, December 15 from 6 - 7:30 pm for GIVE: a night of giving and receiving Christmas Joy. Take a walk through the Holy Family’s journey to Bethlehem, get a picture with Santa, sing some carols and enjoy cookies & cocoa with friends. We hope to see you there!
For more about all that is happening at SPX,
download the Announements & Prayer Lists for this week below.
St. Pius X Church
14720 Annapolis Road
Bowie, MD 20715
Rectory Office (mailing address)
3300 Moreland Place
Bowie, MD 20715
301.262.2141
Hours: Tuesday & Wednesday 9:30 am - 12:00 pm
