Newsletter | May 23, 2023 |
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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
Wear red to Mass to remind us of the fire of the Holy Spirit!
PRACTICE OF FAITH
On Pentecost, the new Church embarked on the mission: go into the world, animated by the Spirit, and continue Christ's work on earth. United by the Spirit and faith, they are compelled into action, their new identity explicitly disallowing them the protection and relative peace of isolation; "As the Father has sent me, so I send you" (John 20:21). The same Spirit the disciples receive unites and is alive in us; the same mission is laid on us, and the same faith compels us forward, despite our fear or discomfort. Think of your gifts and how you use them. Pray to discern how these gifts may continue to be used to further Christ's work on earth, then do so.
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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ANNUAL CATHOLIC APPEAL 2023
Look for Your Letter from Archbishop Etienne
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Archbishop is grateful for all the gifts you share with our parish and our diocese. This week he is sending out a letter to those still considering their gift to the ACA campaign. He is inviting you to participate in supporting our own local Catholic community through your gift. The funds pledged will support many archdiocesan-wide ministries including mental health, faith formation and CYO camps---here each summer thousands of children learn respect and dignity for themselves, others and the environment---all through Catholic teachings. Please take time to consider Archbishop Etienne’s note and take a moment and send your pledge form back today or if you are more comfortable giving online, go to archseattle.org/GiveACA. It is safe, secure, and convenient. |
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MARGARET'S RETIREMENT CELEBRATION |
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We had a rockin' concert, and a beautiful reception last Sunday. It was a true celebration of Margaret's career at St. John Vianney. We were blessed by Margaret's time with us.
Thank you to all the people who worked so hard putting together the concert and reception with all the meaningful details to make it special for Margaret, and to all the people who came to show her how much she is loved and appreciated.
Special thanks to Greg Lum and David Sommer who helped coordinate the amazing concert! Thanks as well to Annette Schwientek for organizing and communicating with the choir and for the Awesome Choir Members who helped with the reception - Terri Wilson, Jeanne Davis, Maria & Colin Macedo, Susi McDermott. Thanks as well to Jen & Tim Armstrong who gave us a screaming deal on the delicious wine that we served at the reception, served up by Lee Healow, Patricia Wuertzer and Barry McDermott. Thanks as well to dish washers and servers and food donators: Mariana Sommer, Aida Pardo, Tamen Smith, Rosario Garcia, Jose and Arturo Ramirez, Lori Fitzpatrick, Maybeth Terashima, Tom Dube, Sue and Derek Hookano, Bing Lapurga and Ruby Baluyot, Greg Leptich, Ann Vandewark, Ana Klepper, Fr. Vu, and Amabelle Regala - who made the beautiful cake!
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To those who helped with Sam Smyth's funeral reception last Saturday - Melody Kieffer, Mary Torbenson, and Rose Frandanisa, thank you for giving your time to make this process a little easier for families in their time of sorrow. God bless you!
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Our Adult Mission Trekkers are in Tijuana this week to build houses with our brothers and sisters across the border. Please keep them in your prayers as they strive to serve as hands and feet of Christ. |
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You are invited to join us for the Funeral Mass of parishioner Jim Boyce, husband of Doris Boyce, on Saturday, June 3 at 11:00am.
For years, Jim baked cookies for Lunch Making for the Homeless. If you are able to bring a salad or cookies for the reception, please contact the parish office. Thank you!
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Memorial Day, Monday, May 29, the church will be closed. There will be no 9:00am Word & Communion Service that day.
Summer hours begin Tuesday, May 30. The church will be open Monday to Friday from 8:30am - 3:30pm.
Friday, June 9, there will be no 9:00am Adoration & Mass. Fr. Vu will be at the SJV Golf Tournament.
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FR. KEVIN DUGGAN'S 25TH ANNIVERSARY OF ORDINATION
Tuesday, June 13 at 7:00pm - St. John Vianney, Kirkland
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You are cordially invited to attend and participate in the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass celebrating our former parish priest, Fr. Kevin's 25th Anniversary of his Ordination to the Catholic Priesthood. Dessert reception to follow. Please no gifts other than your presence. |
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BACCALAUREATE BLESSING
June 10-11 During All of the Weekend Masses
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All graduates (elementary school, middle school, high school, college, etc...) for the Class of 2023, come for a special blessing at the end of Mass. |
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CORPUS CHRISTI PROCESSION
Sunday, July 11 at 10:15am
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The Solemnity of the Body & Blood of Christ was traditionally celebrated with a eucharistic procession, in which the Sacred Host was carried throughout the town, accompanied by hymns and litanies. The faithful would venerate the Body of Christ as the procession passed by. In recent years, this practice has almost disappeared, though some parishes still hold a brief procession around the outside of the church. Please join us as we walk with our Lord in a procession around the church on Sunday, June 11 at 10:15am.
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KIDS! Please join us in leading the procession waving ribbon wands and ringing bells to let everyone know Jesus is coming! Our First Communion kids are invited to wear their first communion outfits from the previous weekend to wave their ribbons and ring their bells as well! Please arrive by 10:00am in the narthex and look for Ms. Laura! |
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NEWCOMER HAPPY HOUR & TRIVIA NIGHT
Saturday, June 15 after the 5:00pm Mass in the Social Hall
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New to St. John Vianney? We invite you to the social hall for appetizers and drinks. It will be a fun opportunity to meet people and learn about some of the different ministries at SJV. Then get ready for exciting trivia quizzes and prizes. We hope you will join us! |
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GOLF TOURNAMENT LAST CHANCE! |
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We need to send golfers' names to the course by Thursday morning, May 25 – so please register now! Use the button below. If you don’t have a full team that is okay, we will create one for you. Just come have fun!
We still could use some sponsors, so if you own a business or have influence with one, sign up using the button below, then click on the sponsor tab.
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LUNCH MAKING FOR THE HOMELESS
Thursday, June 1 at 10:00am in the Social Hall
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We meet every first Thursday of the month. The sack lunches we make are taken to a homeless shelter. All ages are welcome! This is a fun, easy, and fulfilling service opportunity for families.
Can you bake homemade cookies? We would love to have 100 homemade cookies for each of our lunch making days to put 2 cookies in each of the 50 lunches we make. Let Laura know if you want to make some, Lstanger@sjvkirkland.org. Thanks!
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FIRST EUCHARIST
Saturday, June 3 during the 5:00pm Mass
& Sunday, June 4, during the 11:00am Mass
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Lord, bless the children receiving Holy Communion for the first time. May this day be the step toward a life-long love of the Eucharist. Give them a hunger for this sacred food so that they turn to you for comfort, guidance, and wisdom as they grow into full discipleship.
Rehearsal is scheduled for Friday, June 2 at 7:00pm. Kids will need to wear their first communion outfits to the rehearsal so we can get a group picture while everyone is there.
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This information was presented in past newsletters. |
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WE'RE HIRING
We are seeking a part-time full charge bookkeeper, and a part-time pastoral assistant for music. Apply here.
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GALA DINNER & AUCTION PLANNING
We need corks and wine crates/boxes. Please drop them off in the narthex.
Next planning meeting is Wednesday, June 14 at 6:00pm. All are welcome!
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HIKING GROUP
Next hike on Saturday, June 17 at 9:00am – St. Edward State Park
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VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL
For kids 5 years old through 5th grade. Middle and High School youth are encouraged to volunteer. Email Laura to help or plan. Learn more
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MEN'S RETREAT
July 14-16 at St. Andrew's House, Union
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WOMEN'S RETREAT
CLIMBING YOUR HOLY MOUNTAIN - July 21-23 at St. Andrew's House, Union
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PILGRIMAGE TO SACRED PLACES IN OREGON
August 21-22, a charter bus will take you to Our Lady of Peace Retreat House, Mount Angel Abbey, and The Grotto in Portland. The cost is $300 per person. Learn more
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SJV VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
You are the church!
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If you are interested in staying up to date regarding Partners in the Gospel, the archdiocese has a section that they are keeping current on their website - archseattle.org/partners.
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