March 21 and 22, 2020 Our collection will benefit the St. Camillus and Mid-County United Ministries (MUM) Food Pantries. Please bring to Mass one or more items of non-expired, nonperishable food.

Jesus would often withdraw into a deserted place to commune with God in silence. For Lent, we offer opportunities to join Jesus in contemplative silence. Contemplative space is a time of silence and stillness set aside for meditation and contemplation.

Celebrate the Sacrament of Reconciliation during Lent. Wednesdays 6:30pm - 8:00pm during Lent, Saturdays 4:00pm - 4:45pm, Monday - Friday after morning Masses.

7:30 a.m. - Fr. Brault, 8:30 a.m. - Fr. Brault, 12:00 p.m. - Fr. Kozubek, 7:30 p.m. - Fr. Kozubek

This weekend is Commitment Weekend for the 2020 Annual Appeal. Please be generous in making your pledge. No gift is too small and will support more than 60 ministries and programs benefiting countless women, men, children and families in the Church of Washington, including within our own parish and local community.

The Sodality would like to thank all of those who baked for the Bake Sale and especially those who came and purchased the goodies. The profits from the event will go to support various charities. We appreciate your help!

Christmas Eve 5 p.m. Ch Mass - Children’s Choir - Fr. Ochu 5 p.m. H Mass - Folk Choir - Fr. Willis/Dcn. McCormack 7 p.m. Mass - Folk Choir - Fr. Willis/Dcn. Gorman 1 2 Midnight Mass - Traditional Choir - Fr. Brault/Fr. Kozubek Christmas Day 7:30 a.m. Mass - Cantor - Fr. Brault 9 a.m. Mass - Folk Choir - Fr. Brault 10:30 a.m. Mass - Traditional Choir - Msgr. Wilson/Dcn. McCormack  12 noon Mass - Folk Choir - Fr. Kozubek There will be no 5 p.m. Mass on Christmas Day.

Join us, Saturday, October 19, 2019, 5 p.m. for Liturgy in the Church followed by "A Taste of Haiti" celebration in the Gym Please click on the heading for more information.

Archbishop Wilton Gregory celebrates mass on June 23, 2019 Please click on the heading to see the video.

The Catholic Standard's coverage of Archbishop Wilton Gregory's visit to SJB. Click on SJB Happenings Heading for details.

Join us for our annual Spring Fundraiser Dinner at the Greek Village Restaurant on Thursday, April 25, 6pm. . This year we are honoring Rita Wendorf for her 25 years of service and Baby Closet Manager. Greek Village Restaurant 13576 New Hampshire Ave. Silver Spring, MD 20905 Colesville Shopping Center Click on the above header for more details.

Click on the link above for the detailed schedule.

Come to the Lyon Center to observe the Lenten fast by sharing a simple supper of soup and bread. During the meal listen to a presentation on a topic related to the social concerns of our Church. This year's theme is “The Beatitudes” Each evening begins with a free, simple supper of soup and bread at 6:00 p.m. The presentation starts about 6:20 p.m. followed by questions, ending at 7:30 p.m.

Corinne is the youngest in her family and considers SJB as a part of her spiritual family. In addition, she is a graduate of the SJB school ...

Gail hails from Southern Florida and has always been devoted to prayer to the Blessed Mother. She served as a member of the Eco Ministry ...

Judy Hennig embodies service. Judy, who was born in Massachusetts into an economically challenged family, was raised with a strong sense of family, faith, responsibility and service.

At the heart of the Gospel is a creative paradox: we must die to live. Jesus says, “Whoever wishes to save his life will lose it, but whoever loses his life for my sake will find it” (Mt.16:25). Jesus’ own life embodies this paradox.

It seems that today many people are attempting to better themselves. They are obsessed with losing weight, exercising, healthy eating, optimizing time, increasing productivity, getting a better social life, experiencing more cultures, and cultivating a more satisfying sex life.

I believe we can draw three practical conclusions from the life and teachings of Francis and John on prayer: we can pray longer, more often, and in silence. First, we can pray longer. Can we dedicate more time to prayer?