Newsletter | September 6, 2022 |
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TWENTY-FOURTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME |
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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
SCRIPTURE INSIGHTS
One of the themes in Sunday's readings is forgiveness, a need for which each of us is very aware. In the reading from Exodus, we hear that the Israelites sinned by turning away from God and worshiping an idol they had made with their hands. Moses, once again, intercedes for the people by imploring God to remember the saving deeds that God had done on behalf of this chosen people.
Meanwhile, the text from the opening chapter of the First Letter to Timothy presents us with a confession of Paul, the well-known persecutor of the early followers of Jesus. Paul speaks boldly of his arrogance, his sinfulness, and the unbounded mercy of God. It was God's gracious love that touched Pauls' heart and transformed him into an apostle.
The responsorial psalm for Sunday from Psalm 51, perhaps one of the best-known psalms of the psalter. Its opening verse reads, "Have mercy on me, O God, in your goodness; in the greatness of your compassion, wipe out my offense."
Sunday's Gospel from Luke the shepherd who has lost a sheep and the woman who has lost a coin are very similar. Both the man and the woman are overjoyed that something lost has been found, and therefore, both celebrate.
Recall a situation when you knew that only God's saving grace could lift you up from distress. How did feeling God's mercy affect you?
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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BISHOP MATTHEW YITIEREH VISITNG FROM GHANA |
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Bishop Matthew, the new bishop from Ghana will be visiting our area. He will join us for our parish picnic this Sunday, and preside at the Masses the weekend of September 24-25. We are so blessed to have him! |
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Thank you to everyone who played at the 2022 Del Brown Commemorative Golf Tournament on September 2. We had a glorious day to play with friends and church family.
Here are the winners:
- 1st Place Team – Team Aranas with Jeff, Byron, Adam, and Chad
- 2nd Place Team – Team Almond with Chase, Tom, Cameron, and Jared
- 3rd Place Team – Team Archer with Mike, Frank, Eric, and Ben
- Male Closest to Pin – Rob Linden
- Female Closest to Pin – Joan Capili
- Male Longest Drive – Eric Archer
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Female Longest Drive – Mickey Deelstra
Thank you to the businesses who sponsored our Golf Tournament. We are very appreciative of your support which made the golf tournament possible again this year. Please support these businesses who support SJV!
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Congratulations to Shane Reynolds & Maria Santoso, who were married at St. John Vianney this past weekend. May your marriage always bring glory to God and joy to one another.
Engaged? Congratulations! Now what? Please contact the parish at least six months before the wedding even if you are not getting married here at our parish. We will refer you to the available Marriage Preparation classes that are required to get married in the church. We are here to help you complete additional paperwork and support you as you begin this life long journey. Contact Laura Lstanger@sjvkirkland.org with questions.
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OUR ST. VINCENT DE PAUL CHAPTER NEEDS YOUR HELP |
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Calls are increasing from neighbors in need of help with rent, utilities, food and other necessities, and the organization's funds are quickly running low. Please consider donating to St John Vianney’s St Vincent de Paul Chapter today to ensure our neighbors are able to receive the help they need. Monetary donations may be made via our website: sjvkirkland.org/donate, or monthly contributions through EFT.
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It’s time to push procuring items for the auction! Procurement forms are available in the parish office. While you are out and about, please keep an eye out for interesting items for the auction. Remember, while the theme is “In His Majesty’s Service” and delightfully James Bond (who as you know went to all sorts of exotic and fun locations), the key to getting a good auction item is to think “if I want this, someone else might too” and buy two of something or if you are working with an agent or cruise company or hotel – ask them to donate! Lots of times, companies will donate one if you buy one – game of golf in Pebble Beach or a parasailing adventure while you are in Hawaii…? Whatever fun you are having, remember our auction! |
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EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS COMMITTEE |
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If you have a background in Police, Fire, military, or you are just an organized person, and interested in helping us prepare, we would love to have you join us in thinking through planning for emergencies. Some examples include: If we experience a large earthquake during Sunday Mass – what would our response look like for our parishioners? What about the broader Finn Hill community? What is a reasonable response? What are we called as Christians and a Light on Finn Hill to do? We will be reviewing scenarios in this manner for many different emergency situations.
Staff is investigating the purchase of a storage container and we need your help and support to determine what we need to purchase and how much to store. Students who need community service hours will be welcome to join especially as we move forward from planning into action.
This will be a limited-time, perhaps a year long commitment (depending on how often we meet and how much research is required). Thank you for your consideration.
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GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP
First Tuesdays of the mont at 7:00pm in Room 8, starting October 4
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If you are grieving the loss of a child we invite you to join us. Please contact Susan, sweaver@sjvkirkland.org, for more information or to sign up
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WOMEN'S BOOK GROUP
Tonight, September 6 at 7:00pm
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The first Tuesday of each month our Women’s Book Group gathers with wine and chocolate to discuss a book that has been chosen by the group. Join any time! You do not need to read the book to come to book group. The September book is The Mammy by Brendan O’Carroll. The October book is How the Irish Saved Civilization by Thomas Cahill. Hope to see tonight!
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POP UP BLOOD DRIVE
Wednesday, September 7 from 9:00am - 3:00pm at Holy Family, Kirkland
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The kids will be returning to school, the sun is setting a littler earlier, and before you know it, pumpkin spice will be the popular flavor again! The need for blood donors continues, no matter the season. Please book a donation appointment, and join us for another lifesaving blood drive. Book a Blood Donation at Bloodworksnw.org
“Thank you so much for your generous donation. I'm a cancer patient with anemia and your blood donation is helping me have the energy to continue cancer treatment and also to spend time with my family, including my six month old son. Thank you again for your generosity!”
Need a different option? Find a Donation Location and book your lifesaving appointment! Photo ID and masks are still required at all Bloodworks sites and no guests under the age of 16 are permitted. There is no deferral from donating if you recently received a COVID vaccine. For more information, please visit bloodworksnw.org/about/news/coronavirus
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There will be a Rosary Vigil for parishioner Judy Zaccaria on Thursday, September 8 at 7:00pm. The Funeral Mass will be Friday, September 9 at 11:00am. Let perpetual light shine upon her. (There will be no weekday Adoration & Mass on Friday.)
If you are able to provide a salad or dessert for the reception, please contact Ann in the parish office or email avandewark@sjvkirkland.org.
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BRIDGING THE DIVIDE: HOW TO TALK ACROSS THE POLITICAL DIVIDE
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Join us to better understand and have respectful conversation with those with whom we may not agree. This will be an in-person event hosted by Braver Angels, presented by SJV, together with the Eastside Outreach Group. To sign up go to https://rb.gy/2ak7dy.
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PARISH PICNIC
Sunday, September 11 from 12:00 - 3:00pm
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Bring your friends and neighbors! The picnic will be on the south lawn by the playground. Visit country booths and get your passport stamped. A full passport will give you a raffle ticket to win a raffle basket! Raffle basket drawing will be at 2:45pm.
Countries/cultures represented: Brazil, England, Ireland, Mexico, Hawaii, Guam, Ghana, Japan, Kenya, Nigeria, Malaysia, Indonesia, Vietnam, Philippines, Sweden, Croatia, Malta, Italy
Scheduled Entertainment
- Seattle Forgatos Hungarian Folk Dancing!
- Seattle Kokon Taiko Drumming Group!
- Mariachi Fiesta Mexicana - Music group!
- Filipino Folk dancers from our Parish!
- Flamenco Dancer demonstration from one of our Preschool Staff members!
- And more cultural entertainment from parishioners!
Ways you can help make this happen!
- Big strong folks, come help us set up the Big Top and canopies on Saturday, September 10 at 10:00am!
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Donate food to one of the groups! You can make it and drop it off, or deliver it right to the booth when you come! Please let Laura (Lstanger@sjvkirkland.org) know so she can contact the chair person for the appropriate group.
- Donate a cultural raffle basket or an item to be placed in a basket. We will have adult and kid raffle baskets as prizes for the end of the picnic!
- Volunteer to help with one of the booths!
- Help with clean up and support during the picnic... make lemonade, empty over filled trash, etc.
- Wear clothing from your cultural heritage!
- JUST COME and HAVE FUN!
We'll also be revealing the finalized design from our shirt design contest. Come see the new SJV apparel at the picnic!
There will be no nursery during the Masses or Children's Liturgy of the Word on this day, as staff will be preparing for the picnic.
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ADULT FAITH FORMATION CLASSES |
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WHAT HAPPENS AT MASS?
Mondays from 7:00-8:30pm via Zoom, starting September 12
Does the Mass seem to you to be pure ritual? Do you want to understand the meaning behind the ritual? Do you want to experience the fulness of our Lord's presence in the Mass? In this class, we seek to uncover the meaning behind the ritual so that we can more fully appreciate the mass and in the process grow in our love for our Lord and Savior.
If you are interested in joining the class, sign up on the welcome table or contact the parish office. The text for the class is Fr. Jeremy Driscoll's What Happens at Mass. Please indicate whether you would like us to order a copy when signing up; the cost of the book is $15.00.
THE TEACHING OF VATICAN II THROUGH THE COUNCIL'S DOCUMENTS
Mondays from 7:00-8:30pm via Zoom, starting September 15
More than half a century after the Second Vatican Council, Catholics still debate its meaning and significance. Often, however, our opinions about the council are formed in isolation from the work and the teaching of the Council itself. In this class, we will examine Vatican II through the lens of the major documents produced by the council.
If you are interested in joining the class, sign up on the welcome table or call the parish office at 425-823-0787. The text for the class is Keys to the Council: Unlocking the Teaching of Vatican II, by Richard R. Gaillardetz and Catherine E. Clifford. Please indicate whether you would like us to order a copy when signing up; the cost of the book is $16.00.
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ADULT SPANISH CLASSES
Tuesdays from 10:00am-11:30am, starting September 13
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Beginning Spanish Classes will be offered weekly in room #8 downstairs. You will learn the most useful Spanish vocabulary needed to travel with fun activities to help make learning enjoyable. No fee for the class, simply purchase the book: Spanish is Fun- Lively Lessons for Beginners, by Heywood Wald and Lori Langer de Ramirez. Email lstanger@sjvkirkland.org or sign up at the welcome table to join the class.
About the Instructor:
Aida Cardenas is a parishioner and has been a teacher most of her life. She worked in Colombia for 20 years teaching art to elementary school kids and teens. When she moved to the United States she worked for 20 years teaching continued education classes at Bellevue College, and worked as a Spanish teacher for before and after-school programs. She is very excited to share the Spanish language with all those interested.
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SOCIAL JUSTICE COMMITTEE
Second Wednesday of each month at 7:00pm via Zoom,
starting September 14
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“To all people of good will who are working for social justice: never tire of working for a more just world.” - Pope Francis
All are welcome to join our Social Justice Committee. Please contact Susan, sweaver@sjvkirkland.org, for more information and the meeting link.
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KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS
Thursday, September 15 at 7:00pm
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Membership in the Knights of Columbus is open to males 18 years of age or older who are practicing Catholics. Meetings are every third Thursday of the month. For more information contact the Grand Knight, Brad Lund, bradelund@comcast.net.
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YOUNG ADULTS
Friday, September 16 at 7:00pm in the Rectory
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Faith & Brew with Father Vu invites you to join us in faith and fellowship. Bring a friend and come for fun, food, and good company. RSVP to Maybeth, mterashima@sjvkirkland.org, by noon that day so enough pizza can be ordered from Amantes. We'll play the Catholic Game.
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Our next hike is at the Redmond Watershed Preserve. Parking is at the Watershed Preserve Main Entrance off NE Novelty Road. Contact Susan to carpool from SJV or to sign up to join us: sweaver@sjvkirkland.org.
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THE FEAST OF ST. HILDEGARD OF BINGEN
DAY OF REFLECTION
Saturday, September 17 from 10:00am through 5:00pm Mass
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Celebrate the Feast Day of St. Hildegard of Bingen! Everyone is welcome! The Day of Reflection will be led by Patricia Wuertzer, parishioner and retreat facilitator. A fee of $40.00 per person includes lunch and snacks inspired by the recipes of St. Hildegard! Sign up at the welcome table or email Laura Stanger at Lstanger@sjvkirkland.org.
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CONFIRMATION PREPARATION
FAMILY MEETING
Saturday, September 17 from 2:30pm - 4:45pm
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CATHOLIC CAMPAIGN FOR HUMAN DEVELOPMENT
September 17-18
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This special collection is dedicated to breaking the cycle of poverty by funding community programs that encourage independence. You are essential to its success. Your generous donations will give those in poverty the support they need to make lasting changes. |
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SENIOR GATHERING
Saturday, September 17 after the 5:00pm Mass
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We had a great turnout at our last get together! Welcome to the new couples who joined us! We are looking forward to our next gathering. We will be featuring baked potatoes with all the fixings, salad, dessert, wine, and soft drinks all for only $10 per person (cash only please). Ellen was our big winner last month so remember your four quarters for Left, Right, Center. |
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STYROFOAM RECYCLING EVENT
Saturday, October 1 from 9:00am - 1:00pm
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Start saving your Styrofoam products now for our semi-annual Styrofoam recycling event coming this fall. All material must be clean, dry, and free from any tape or labels. Look for the #6 or EPS inside the recycle symbol. Stay tuned for more details. |
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FORMING CONSCIENCES FOR FAITHFUL CITIZENSHIP
Thursday, October 13 via Zoom
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SJV, together with the Eastside Outreach Group present Mario Villanueva, Director of the Washington State Conference of Catholic Bishops. We will learn how Catholic Social Justice Teaching relates to politics as we discuss the USCCB's booklet, Forming Consciences for Faithful Citizenship. For a copy of the book or to sign up for the zoom link, contact, Susan, sweaver@sjvkirkland.org
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In "On Her Majesty's Secret Service," how much money did Contessa Tracey owe Bond after her night in the casino?
Answer: 20,000 Francs. Tracey was a bit short on cash, so Bond put up 20,000 Francs in her favor and got her attention.
New Question: From the same movie, what was the Contessa carrying when she fell in love with Bond?
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PARISH GALA DINNER & AUCTION
In His Majesty's Service
A Night of Bidding and Bonding
Saturday, November 5, 2022
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The auction will be here before you know it! Save the date to be a guest or to work the event!
We are looking to fill our auction committees and are in particular need of the following:
- Volunteer coordinator – keep track of sign ups, food for volunteers night of, as needed.
- Kitchen and general clean up help
- Night of auction -- dishwashing during auction and clean up to get in shape for Sunday Masses
- Day after auction – final clean up
- prior to auction
- night of auction
- Silent auction coordinator and set up (you get first chance to check out the goodies 😊)
- Live auction support – runners and spotters, recorders and accounting – ALL DURING AUCTION
- Decorations –
- coordinator
- help with design prior to auction – this would be great for those who have put their years on a ladder in, but have the institutional knowledge of what we have stored where and what works well, and...
- set up decorations including table settings
- Advertising – taking place prior to the auction.
Email avandewark@sjvkirkland.org to sign up for any of the volunteer positions, or if you’d like to help but don’t know how. There are so many ways to be part of the auction, and we can help you find a way to best utilize your gifts. Questions – call the parish office or email Ann.
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MEXICO CITY & OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE PILGRIMAGE
Spiritual Director: Fr. Vu Tran
Group Leader: Grace Magbaleta
November 7-12, 2022
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Join Fr. Vu on this pilgrimage to see what is considered the holiest place in the Western Hemisphere.
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This information was presented in past newsletters. |
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SJV 50TH ANNIVERSARY STORY-LINE
Some fun pictures have been added. Be sure to add yours!
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SJV VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
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AFGHAN REFUGEE FAMILY ON FINN HILL
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RECONCILIATION
Every Saturday from 3:30-4:30pm (excluding Auction Saturday and Holy Saturday).
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YOUTH GROUP
We kick off with the Harry Potter Retreat September 23-25.
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PURIFIED
Sunday, October 9 at St. Brendan, Bothell
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We are excited to announce an incredible event for families, ages 13 and up, that feature international speaker and author, Jason Evert, who has spoken to more than one million teens on the topic of chastity. The event will include a presentation for teens and parents about dating relationships and God’s plan for human love, followed by a time for adoration and reconciliation:
4:00PM—6:00PM | Purified for teens & families 13+
7:00PM—8:30PM | Gender and the Theology of Your Body for everyone 13+
One Evening - Two Great Events - Come to One Event or Both! We strongly encourage you not to miss this INCREDIBLE opportunity! Visit chastity.com/event to reserve your ticket.
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