Newsletter | November 29, 2022 |
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JOIN US FOR MASS THIS WEEKEND |
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Saturday at 5:00pm
Sunday at 9:00am
Sunday at 11:00am
PRACTICE OF FAITH
Repent! John warns. The kingdom is at hand! Many times, people use the word faith and mean platitudes. Believing in what we proclaim means taking a hard look at who we are and who God has called us to be. We then need to address the places where we do not live up to that vision. Examine your conscience. How can you reorient your life to live in the light of the Lord? How will this produce good fruit? Take part in the sacrament of reconciliation, trusting in the mercy of God.
Reconciliation is offered at SJV every Saturday from 3:30-4:30pm. Our Advent Reconciliation Service will be on Wednesday, December 14 at 7:00pm.
Please continue to self-screen. Stay home if you are not feeling well and celebrate Mass with us via livestream. We are doing our best to continue to provide a safe space to worship for everyone. Click here to see current COVID safety measures.
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Parents joined us for our class Thanksgiving Feasts. We are blessed and grateful for our caring community that takes care of each other in times of illness and need. |
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ADOPT-A-BED
November Bed of the Month
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It is not a big one, but it has been meticulously maintained and it is certainly a very visible one and within view of nearly everyone who comes to mass. Thank you, Josie and Cliff Rowe, for your diligence in maintaining your adopted bed.
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And while you are checking out Josie and Cliff’s bed, turn a little and look at the statue of the Blessed Virgin that was carved out of the old madrone tree. It was recently worked on by Barry and Marty McDermott and given a nice new finish. Thank you. Beautiful job.
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CHURCH CHRISTMAS DECORATING MEETING
This Friday, November 2 after the 9:15am Mass
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Volunteers are needed to make the church beautiful for Christmas. If you are interested, please come to the planning meeting this Friday morning. |
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The church will be closed December 26-30 and January 2. All monetary donations for 2022 need to be in the parish office or postmarked by December 31 in order to be applied to this calendar year. |
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ADVENT AND CHRISTMAS LITURGIES |
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Second Sunday of Advent
Saturday, December 3rd at 5:00pm
Sunday, December 4th at 9:00am and 11:00am
Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary
(Holy Day of Obligation)
Thursday, December 8th at 9:00am and 7:00pm
Third Sunday of Advent
Saturday, December 10th at 5:00pm
Sunday, December 11th at 9:00am and 11:00am
Reconciliation Service
Wednesday, December 14th at 7:00pm
Fourth Sunday of Advent
Saturday, December 17th at 5:00pm - Simbang Gabi Mass & Reception
Sunday, December 18th at 9:00am and 11:00am
The Nativity of the Lord - Christmas
Saturday, December 24th at 5:00pm and 7:00pm
Sunday, December 25th at 10:00am
Solemnity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, the Mother of God
Saturday, December 31st at 5:00pm
Sunday, January 1st at 9:00am and 11:00am
The Epiphany of the Lord
Saturday, January 7th at 5:00pm
Sunday, January 8th at 9:00am and 11:00am
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HS ESPERANZA MISSION TREK CHRISTMAS TREE LOT IS OPEN FOR THE SEASON |
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Stop by to find your Christmas tree and wreath. All proceeds go to support our High School Mission Trek to Tijuana in June.
"Just got our gorgeous tree, thank you! We used to go to the mountains to get our tree but for the past 4-5 years we have been loving going there and supporting this beautiful cause. Thank you for all your kind efforts and being now part of our tradition the day after Thanksgiving to get our perfect Christmas tree." - Eliana D.
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BRIDGE MINISTRY CHRISTMAS DINNER
This Saturday, December 3 from 12:00-2:00p
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The Annual Bridge Ministries Christmas party is returning to SJV. This wonderful event reminds us of the dignity of every human person. Volunteers needed to serve as Table Hosts. Please sign up at the Welcome table to volunteer, or contact Susan, sweaver@sjvkirkland.org. For more information you may also visit bridgemin.org.
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SVDP GIVING TREE FOR FAMILIES IN NEED |
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Please help our local families in need this Christmas with gift cards from any of the following stores: Amazon, Fred Meyer, Target, Safeway, and QFC. $25 or $50 denominations requested; please write the amount clearly on the card. Gift cards should be turned in to the SJV office by December 11. Thank you for your support.
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ST. VINCENT DE PAUL CHRISTMAS FOOD BOX COLLECTION |
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The SJV St. Vincent de Paul society will be assembling and distributing food baskets again this year for families in great need. Last year we helped 72 families, distributing over 300 boxes of food! Of course, we would not be able to do this without your help. Over the next several months, we will be collecting non-perishable food items. When you do your own shopping, please consider purchasing some of the items on the food drive schedule for our pantry. Checks (payable to SJV St. Vincent de Paul) or cash donations are always welcome and may be dropped off in the parish office. Thank you for making stewardship a way of life.
Dec 3-4: Cooking Oil, Jam/Jelly, Canned Tomatoes, Tomato Sauce, Pasta, Mac & Cheese, Top Ramen, Canned Fruit Juice, Coffee (Instant & Bean), Tea Bags, 5 LB Flour, 4LB Sugar, Salt, Pancake Mix, Syrup.
Dec 10-11 Cooking Oil, Canned Fruit, Jam/Jelly, Canned Vegetables, Spaghetti Sauces, Pasta, Cake Mix, Frosting, Brownie Mix, Pancake Mix, Syrup, Stove Top Stuffing Mix, 5 LB Flour, 4 LB Sugar, Canned Stew.
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CALLING ARTISTS OF ALL AGES! |
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Help us by creating a beautiful piece of artwork for our Parish Christmas Card! You may use any media you like, including photography, painting, collage, sketching, etc. Only one original artwork creation per person. Judges will be Fr. Vu and the Parish Staff.
The artwork should reflect the beauty reflected in the captions.
We are blessed with His light & His love.
May God’s many blessings shine brightly on you this Christmas Season and always.
"I have come as a light into the world." - John 12:46
Artwork should be no larger than an 8 ½ x 11 piece of paper.
All entries must be received in the parish office by 8:00pm on Monday December 5, 2022. Contact Laura Stanger with questions at lstanger@sjvkirkland.org or 425-823-0787.
Winning entries will receive a small gift card prize and their artwork will be used to create the Parish Christmas Card that we will send to all the members of our parish! Entry form
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GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP
Tuesday, December 6 at 7:00pm in Room 8
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Are you struggling with the loss of a child? Please join us the first Tuesday of each month for support. |
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MASSES FOR THE SOLEMNITY OF THE IMMCAULATE CONCEPTION OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY
(HOLY DAY OF OBLIGATION)
Thursday, December 8 at 9:00am and 7:00pm
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CONFIRMATION PREPARATION
Saturday, December 10 from 2:30-4:45pm then 5:00pm Mass
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See What’s Up for more information or email mterashima@sjvkirkland.org.
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CATHOLIC COMMUNITY SERVICES APPEAL FOR THE POOR
December 10-11
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The CCSWW Appeal for the Poor Campaign is next weekend. CCS/CHS are our local Catholic Charities at work serving over 77,000 Western Washingtonians across 180 programs every year. We encourage you to prayerfully consider how you might join the thousands of volunteers and staff this year in supporting our neighbors in need through prayer, advocacy, volunteerism, or a generous donation.
For those who have never given, an anonymous donor has offered $10,000 to incentivize new parish donors. The first 100 new households who give at least $100 will have $100 of their gift matched–doubling your impact! Your gift, no matter the amount, will help extend hands of hope this holiday season.
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ADVENT MULTICULTURAL STORYTELLING EVENT
Sunday, December 11 from 2:00-4:00pm
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Hosted by the SJV Social Justice Committee, please join us for stories and music. Sign up at the Welcome Table to share your culture’s Christmas treat, craft, or Nativity Scene. |
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CKCC BLESSING BAGS FOR THE HOMELESS |
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We are stuffing Blessing Bags for the homeless on Sunday, December 11 and Monday, December 12. If you can donate items to fill the blessing bags, please drop them off in the boxes by the welcome table. Thanks!
Suggested items:
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- Soft breakfast bars
- Protein bars
- Applesauce
- Dried fruit
- Hand warmers
- Chapstick
- Shaving cream
- Razors
- Wash rags
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- Soap
- Hand sanitizer
- Toothbrushes
- Toothpaste
- Lotion
- Batteries
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Wet wipes
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- Top ramen
- Tissues
- Flashlights
- Hats
- Scarves
- Gloves
- Socks
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RUMMIKUB
Tuesday, December 13 - 6:00pm at Patricia's
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We usually meet on the fourth Tuesday of the month at 7:00pm in the Social Hall for 3 or 4 games, then finish with the Left, Right, Center dice game. Due to the holidays, this month we will meet at the home of one of the participants on Tuesday, December 13 at 6:00pm. RSVP to livinglightlifecoach@gmail.com to get the address! There will be a gift exchange to celebrate the season. Please bring a gift that is a $12.00 to $15.00 value if you are attending. You do not need to know how to play. Both games are simple and quick to learn, and old timers will be happy to help you. Open to everyone! Hope to see you!
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CATHOLIC KIDS' CATECHISM CLUB
CKCC resumes this Sunday/Monday
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YOUTH @ MASS
Sunday 9:00am Mass then Donuts
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YOUTH GROUP
Issues Night this Sunday. Email mterashima@sjvkirkland.org to get What's Up updates. Learn more
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RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION OF ADULTS
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This information was presented in past newsletters. |
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CHRISTMAS FLOWER OFFERING
Honor the memory of a loved one
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SJV PINS & APPAREL
Visit the welcome table to get your gear
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SJV VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
You are the church!
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AMAZONSMILE
Support SJV while you shop
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JOIN OUR BISHOPS THIS ADVENT |
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Click on the video above to hear Bishop Schuster's reflection for the first week of Advent. Archbishop Etienne invites you to participate in this Advent season with him and the other bishops. Learn more at archseattle.org/advent.
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