The Diocese of Arlington invites you to take part in a powerful witness of our faith from November 9–16 for the first Diocesan Week of Service, a time dedicated to putting Love in Action through Service in Community.

Rooted in the Gospel and inspired by the Spiritual and Corporal Works of Mercy, our parishes and ministries are joining together to bring Christ to our neighbors by serving individuals and families who are most in need—spiritually, emotionally, and physically. From feeding the hungry and visiting the sick, to comforting the sorrowful and praying for the living and the dead, this week calls each of us to live our faith in concrete and compassionate ways. Join us in being the hands and heart of Christ to others. Let’s serve with purpose, pray with hope, and grow together in the love of God.

At All Saints Parish, we have recognized that loneliness is something that affects so many people. After consultation with Pastoral Council and others, we have decided to write cards to those in assisted living facilities and nursing homes.

Our students in All Saints Catholic School will assist in this effort. The cards will be delivered, each with a flower, to residents of the various facilities in our parish at which we have monthly Masses. Alexandra Luevano is organizing this effort.

We invite parishioners to reach out to their neighbors who may be alone and lonely by talking to them, giving them some small token of remembrance, or encouraging them during this Week of Service. Let us accompany these efforts with prayer.