Newsletter | April 18, 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
PRACTICE OF CHARITY
"God raised this Jesus; of this we are all witnesses." Though we did not see the events in first-century Jerusalem with our physical eyes, we are witnesses. But where do we see the resurrection we proclaim? On the road to Emmaus, the disciples gradually come to recognize Jesus' presence among them. Spend today looking at each person you encounter as though he or she is Jesus. See Jesus in the toddler midtrantrum, the coworker who brought you coffee as well as the one who said an unkind word, and the person outside the store with the sign and the cup.
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 BEGINS |
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“Give, and it will be given to you.” Luke 6:23 is the theme of this year’s Annual Catholic Appeal, and this weekend kicks off the 2023 Campaign. The Annual Catholic Appeal funds ministries and services for your local Catholic community across Western Washington. This combined effort of parishes and missions ensures the availability of outreach ministries, education, faith formation, administration services for parishes and much more! You should have received Archbishop Etienne’s in-depth letter this week highlighting the ministries that support our communities. Please prayerfully consider how you can participate in helping our parish be a light to others. It’s easy to give to the ACA online at archseattle.org/GiveACA.
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HOLY SATURDAY EASTER BASKET BLESSING |
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Thank you all who participated in the Easter Basket Blessing. It was a gift to learn and share in your traditions. |
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The Easter flowers that decorate our sanctuary for the Easter Season were generously donated by: |
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Peggy Arians
Candi Betts
Richard & Carolyn
Edwards
Joan French
Robert & Deborah
Jurgenson
Sue Anderson
In memory of
Chad Anderson
Paul Byrum
In memory of
Donald Byrum
Magdalene Hon
Gloria Clariza
In memory of
Purita Cabanayan
Vicky Corporal
In memory of
Gumercindo Corporal Lourdes Corporal
Ruben Corporal
Tony & Rose Frandanisa
In memory of
Pat Deak
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Brad & Melinda Lund
George Gillespie
Stan & Oreli Madayag
Ajibola Oladapo
Michael & Grace Olson
Vic & Krizty Dalusag
In memory of
Kasandra Dalusag
Arsenio Santos
Rosalina Santos
Maria Cecilia Santos
Ellen Dashiell
In memory of
Josefina & Heinrich Rudolph Lore & Edgar Veith
Fred & Virginia Gessner
In memory of
Loretta Gardner
Maria Lewis
In memory of
Richard Lewis
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Richard & Aimee Ow
April Reagan
Barbara Risch
Maria Saputra & Andry
Laurence
Roberta Hatfield
In memory of
Eileen and Ed Deane
Patricia Taylor
Margaret & Robert White
Gary & Christina Irvine
In memory of
Ray Guardiano
Mr. & Mrs. Felix Tamayo
Jackie Tamayo
Bill & Tina Lamb
In memory of
Bill & Hattie Knudsen
Jude R. Lamb
Pat Patterson
Kylee Rochelle
Pat & Mimi Ruddy
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Susan Rhode
Greg & Shannon Seiler
Jerry & Harriet Sramek
Fr. Vu Tran
Terri Wilson
Lolita Ocsan
In memory of
Alberto Ocsan
Roberto Ocsan Sr.
Jesus Reyes
Leticia Reyes
Norma Reyes
Matthew & Martha Perez
In memory of
Benjamin Magana-Guzman
Leobardo Magana-Troncoso
Mercedes Tavares-Perez
Donna Matz
In memory of
Don Thiede
Geri Thiede
Laura Thiede
and their families
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Thank you to Connie DuPuis for generously sharing her time and talent to grace our sanctuary with blooms this Easter season and throughout the liturgical year.
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Many people of our parish gave much time and talent to make our Easter Triduum a beautiful, prayerful experience. A word of heartfelt thanks goes out to all who brought life to these liturgies, especially:
- To all those who helped to decorate and create a beautiful liturgical environment and schedule our liturgical ministers.
- St. John Vianney Music Ministry led by Margaret Graham, Cantors, Choir, and Musicians
- Liturgical Ministers who served at our liturgies.
- To the family members who supported those who were received into the church.
- All those involved, parents and sponsors, in preparing our Elect and Candidate to receive sacraments during the Easter Vigil.
- Lynae Leptich for hosting the Easter Vigil Reception.
- All the volunteers who filled eggs for the egg hunt.
- Fr. Vu for his prayerful leadership.
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Prayers for those who received the Sacraments of Initiation at our Easter Vigil:
- Molly Burdeen
- Florencia Garcia
- Nguyen Thao Ho
- Dennis Robert Cone
- Brent William Reiner
- Alexander Ford Whicker
- Eric T. Maggard
- Michael Bonnet
May they be strengthened and blessed in the faith and grow ever closer to You. Help us to support them through our prayers and friendships. And use us and them, according to Your will to lead others to You.
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WELCOME OUR NEWLY BAPTIZED |
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Grayson Todd and Bryce Robbie, children of Eric & Helen Maggard were baptized at Easter Vigil. May the love, peace, and joy of your baptisms bring everlasting happiness to your family.
Infant Baptisms are celebrated on the first Sunday of each month except during Lent. Our next one is Sunday May 1 at 12:00 noon. To register for your child please contact Laura to reserve your spot, Lstanger@sjvkirkland.org.
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Despite the rain, we had many very dedicated parishioners processing with us last Sunday. Thank you for you devotion. And thank you to the Filipino community for organizing the event and the delicious reception. |
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Andy Parks, longtime SJV parishioner and Central Washington University's Kuolt Distinguished Professor of Business, was presented with the 2023 Reginald Wilson Diversity Leadership Award, one of the most prestigious honors in US higher education, from the American Council on Education at a ceremony Saturday in Washington DC. He received this award for his outstanding contributions and sustained commitment to diversity in higher education. We are so proud of you, Andy! Read about it here.
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The Funeral Mass for Kathryn Desmond will be this Saturday, April 22 at 11:00am.
The Funeral Mass for Laura Thiede, the sister of Parishioner Donna Matz, will be on Friday, April 28 at 1:00pm.
Dear God, in this life you embraced them with Your tender love; bid them eternal rest.
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Singer, songwriter, catechist, storyteller, humorist, and evangelizer - Jesse Manibusan will be at our church for all the Masses and for a Flores de Mayo (Flowers of May) Marian Concert that Sunday Evening, which also happens to be St. John Vianney’s 237th birthday. We sing Jesse’s songs at Mass, including Give Us Your Peace and Bread of Heaven. Jesse travels the world presenting parish missions, concerts, retreats, keynotes, and youth conferences. More details to come. We hope you will join us for this blessed weekend!
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PILGRIMAGE TO SACRED PLACES IN OREGON
August 21-22
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A charter bus with a bathroom, will take you from SJV to Our Lady of Peace Retreat House in Beaverton (OLPretreat.org), where you can explore their gardens, visit their chapel, and will stay the night. The next day you will visit Mount Angel Abbey in the town of St. Benedict (MountAngelAbbey.org) and The Grotto in Portland (TheGrotto.org), then head back to SJV. The cost is $300 per person which includes transportation and lodging. A $100 non-refundable deposit will reserve your spot. Limited space available.
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KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS
This Thursday, April 20 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 at 7:00pm. For more information contact the Grand Knight, Brad Lund, bradelund@comcast.net.
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PANCAKE BREAKFAST
This Sunday, April 23 after the 9:00am and 11:00am Masses
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This breakfast hosted by the Knights of Columbus will support our High School Mission Trekkers on their journey to Tijuana this June. Enjoy a great breakfast for a great cause! |
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VBS REGISTRATION FORMS AVAILABLE NOW
June 26-29 from 9:30am-12:30pm
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VBS is for kids 5 years old through 5th grade. Middle and High School youth are encouraged to volunteer. For more information and to register click here.
If you are interested in helping or planning for VBS and being a part of our “team to get it blasted off” our next planning meeting will be this Sunday, April 23 at 12 noon in the parish office!
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RUMMIKUB
Tuesday, April 25 at 7:00pm in the Social Hall
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We meet on the fourth Tuesday of the month at 7:00pm in the Social Hall. We play three or four games (very flexible) and then finish with the Left Right Center dice game. 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 learn. Open to everyone! Hope to see you! |
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"IN THE VINEYARD" SJV GALA DINNER & AUCTION
November 4
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The Gala and Auction is being planned and one thing we are missing is the FOOD! For the past several years our SJV “Iron Chef” crew has provided us with some fantastic meals. Sadly, they are taking this year off and planning to attend the Gala and Auction instead. If anyone in the SJV community is a caterer, works for a caterer, or knows a great caterer - please reach out to Ann V. at avandewark@sjvkirkland.org. We would like the opportunity to support one of our own. Also, everyone is welcome to join us in planning for the Gala. Our next planning meeting will be Thursday, April 27 at 6:00pm in the Social Hall.
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STYRFOAM RECYCLING FOR EARTH DAY
April 29-30
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Mark your calendars and save your Styrofoam for recycling at St John Vianney. All material must be clean, dry, and free from any tape or labels. Look for the #6 or EPS inside the recycle symbol.
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MOVERS FOR MOMS
Collection Ends Sunday, April 30
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Two Men and a Truck have once again asked us to fill the box in the narthex with gifts that will be distributed to mothers in local homeless shelters this Mother's Day. Please consider filling a gift bag for a mom in a homeless shelter and dropping it off in the box in the narthex.
Suggested Items: chocolate, personal care items, lotions, make up and makeup cases, fuzzy socks, journals, pens, hand sanitizer, wet wipes, tissues, paper towels, laundry pods, toilet paper, small handbags, individually wrapped snacks, small items that are easily transportable.
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CHILDREN'S LITURGY OF THE WORD
Children can join the dismissal during the 11:00am Sunday Mass. There is no registration fee or form required. Learn more
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FIRST EUCHARIST PREPARATION
Session #1 is Friday, April 21 at 7:00pm or Saturday, April 22 at 10:00am. Learn more
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CATHOLIC KIDS' CATECHISM CLUB
We offer sessions for 3-year-olds through grade 5. Learn more
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GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP
For those who have lost someone too soon. If you are grieving the loss of a child, join us the first Tuesday of each month at 7:00pm in Room 8. Learn more
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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, a part-time afternoon receptionist, and a part-time pastoral assistant for music. Apply here.
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KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS SCHOLARSHIP
Qualified high school seniors are eligible. Applications due Sunday, May 21 at midnight. Learn more
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ADULT MISSION TREK TO TIJUANA
May 20-27, journey to Tijuana to build houses with our brothers and sisters across the border. Contact Susan, sweaver@sjvkirkland.org, for more information.
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DEL & DARLEENE BROWN COMMEMORATIVE GOLF TOURNAMENT
Get your golf foursome together. Register or sponsor the tournament here.
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MEN'S AND WOMEN'S RETREATS
Men: July 14-16, Women: July 21-23, save the dates! Registration forms will be available in the beginning of summer.
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WEAR YOUR FAITH
Visit the welcome table to get your gear.
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FACILITATORS & SACRISTANS NEEDED
These are very important ways to support Fr. Vu and the Mass. To find out more, please contact Kathy, katmeus@gmail.com.
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SJV VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
You are the church!
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WATER ACCESS NOW
This Sunday, April 22 from 1:00-4:00pm at La Corona, Kirkland
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Join Water Access Now for a wine tasting and help turn wine into water. For details call Jan Kline, 425-753-9594. |
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KIRKLAND TOGETHER: RECOGNIZING ANTISEMITISM
Saturday, April 29 from 3:00-6:00pm at Kol Ami, Kirkland
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The Anti-Defamation League reports incidents of anti-Jewish bias at synagogues and Jewish community centers rose 61% during 2022, while children in school grades K-12 reported a 106% increase in such incidents. SJV, a co-sponsor of this event, invites you to join in an opportunity to work together to understand antisemitism and create an increasingly vibrant and inclusive Kirkland. For more information or to register go to: https://www.kolaminw.org/kirkland-together.
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