Newsletter | May 16, 2023 |
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THE ASCENSION OF THE LORD |
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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
After forty days among the disciples, the resurrected Jesus ascends to the Father. Jesus calls his disciples to preach the Gospel to all nations and to baptize in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. In other words, Jesus calls his friends in the past and us today to bring all people into relationship with the Triune God that they might follow where he has gone. We are called to hand on what we have received, to teach about the kingdom and to show what it is like in our words and actions.
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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MARGARET'S RETIREMENT CELEBRATION
This Sunday, May 21 at 3:00pm
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Retirement may be music to her ears, but we will B Flat without her. Come say goodbye and give her a note of thanks.
Please join us in honoring Margaret with a concert and appetizer reception.
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ANNUAL CATHOLIC APPEAL 2023 |
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We have received pledges/donations to the ACA from 150 of our 805 households. Please 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.
If your household is experiencing financial difficulty right now, please at a minimum pledge pray for the parish and the archdiocese – our prayers are important too! We want to show the archdiocese that SJV supports the work of the Catholic Church in Western Washington. We have previously responded in the high 60% range – let’s beat our former record!
St. John Vianney's participation in the Annual Appeal allows us to continue the mission to help people draw closer to Christ regardless of where they are in their faith journey. In addition to the ministries that support those in need, the ACA directly supports the staff of St. John Vianney and Fr. Vu with a range of administrative services from human resources to clergy services and financial guidance to technical support. This centralized service support allows our parish to focus more on pastoral care and less time on administration. To learn about all ministries in the Archdiocese of Seattle, please review the Annual report here.
If you have already sent in your response and this email has crossed in the mail, please accept our sincerest thanks and appreciation for participating this year!
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The preschoolers were very excited to honor their mothers last week with their Mother's Day Teas! Their sharing of songs and loving gifts over refreshments and sweet treats made for a special celebration.
Also, a big thank you to the Knights of Columbus for making all our mothers feel so special with their gifts of flowers and holy cards last weekend. Thank you for your loving dedication to our parish.
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Congratulations to the 13 Youth that were confirmed by Bishop Frank last Thursday. Please pray for them and support them in their new life in the spirit as full-fledged members of the Catholic Church. |
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To those who helped with Marion Lane's funeral reception last Friday - Tara and Haylie Grosso, 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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The winners of the raffle for 25 buckets of practice golf courtesy of RedWood Golf Center are: Hank Fraczek and Dave Almond. Thank you for getting your registrations in early!
We need to get names to the golf course by Wednesday, May 24 – so don’t delay! Even if you don’t have a foursome but would like to get out for a morning of golf, please sign up. We will match you with some fun golfing companions. This is a wonderful way to honor Del & Darleene Brown and all their works here at SJV as well as raising some funds to carry out our mission as a “Light on Finn Hill.” Use the button below to sign up.
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Our Adult Mission Trekkers are travelling to Tijuana this Saturday, May 20, for the 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 Sam Smyth, husband of Shirley Smyth, this Saturday, May 20 at 11:00am.
If you are able to make a salad or dessert for his funeral reception, please contact the parish office. Thank you!
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GALA DINNER & AUCTION PLANNING
Corks & Wine Crates/Boxes Needed
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In keeping with our winery/vineyard theme, we are looking for donations of corks and wine crates/boxes (the wooden ones you sometimes get when picking up your wine club orders). We will have a container on the Welcome Table in the Narthex for your donations. Thank you!
Next auction planning meeting will be Wednesday, June 14 at 6:00pm – all are welcome!
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Join other men of the parish as we reflect on God’s Grace and Spirit alive in our Catholic faith. We will enjoy fabulous organic food prepared by an incredible chef, enjoy fellowship, discussion, prayer, worship, reflection, and time to take in the beauty of the Hood Canal.
Total Fee: $275.00 per person. Space is limited so be sure to get your registration fee and registration form in as soon as possible.
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REFLECTIONS ON CARING FOR OUR COMMON HOME FROM LAUDATO SI |
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DRINK WINE WITH NATURAL CORK STOPPERS |
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When we open a wine bottle with a natural cork, we often don’t appreciate that the cork was once a living thing, harvested from the cork oak tree, a species of evergreen oak tree found primarily in southern Portugal, southern Spain, and in northwest Africa. The trees themselves play an important role in western Mediterranean ecosystems. In a warm climate prone to forest fires, cork trees are relatively drought-resistant and fire-resistant. In the aftermath of a fire, the tree quickly regrows its branches to fill out the forest canopy, which then provides shelter that allows other forest plants and trees to begin to reproduce more easily and to restore the devastated forest.
Aside from their importance in restoring forests after fires, cork oak trees are also a critical part of the unique ecosystem of the southern Mediterranean area. They coexist with numerous other oak and pine tree species, as well as a variety of shrubs, some of which are endangered. They also have a symbiotic relationship with a large number of fungal species, such as Caesar’s Mushroom. Finally, cork oak trees also form an essential part of the habitat of several endangered species, such as the Iberian lynx and imperial eagle. They are perhaps the most critical component of the unique ecosystems of the regions in which they are found.
When searching the Internet, it is very easy to learn that cork oak trees are not in any way endangered: there is a more than adequate supply of cork for the world’s needs. But that calculation completely misses the point. 90% of all cork trees are held in private commercial forests. Although cork has multiple uses, 75% of all cork harvested is used for wine stoppers. This means that, if the wine industry’s demand for cork declines, forests would almost certainly be “repurposed” to produce some other agricultural product, with potentially devastating consequences for Mediterranean ecosystems. The issue here is not the supply of cork, but the demand for it.
Over the last several decades, parts of the wine industry have increasingly adopted metal screw tops and either plant-based or petroleum-based synthetic cork stoppers. The reason is cost: the price of non-cork alternatives ranges from about 10 to 25 cents, while natural cork ranges from about 75 cents to two dollars. The non-cork alternatives have all have an adverse ecological impact (they are not biodegradable; aluminum screw caps originate from bauxite strip mines, and screw cap liners are not recyclable; most synthetic corks are not biodegradable and not easily recyclable). In addition, screw cap liners may post health risks, and plastic-based corks may adversely affect the flavor of wine (which in turn suggests that chemicals from the plastic have leached into the wine, posing a potential health risk).
All of this suggests that one small step that those of us who drink wine regularly can take to preserve a valuable and unique ecosystem is to purchase wine that uses ecologically sustainable stoppers, and especially stoppers made from natural cork.
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SENIOR DINNER
This Saturday, May 20 after the 5:00pm Vigil Mass
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Calling all seniors, couples included! Join us on the third Saturday of each month after the 5:00pm Mass for dinner and the Left, Center, Right dice game. The price of dinner is $10/person (cash only please) and bring 4 quarters for the game. Sign up by today, Tuesday, May 16 by contacting the parish office.
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KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS
This Thursday, May 18 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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KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS SCHOLARSHIP
Applications Due this Sunday, May 21 at Midnight
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The Knights of Columbus offers scholarships to eligible and qualified high school seniors to attain their educational goals. Learn more
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RUMMIKUB
Tuesday, May 23 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 for 3 or 4 games, 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. Open to everyone! See you then! |
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RESOURCES FOR THOSE IN NEED
Our church website's Outreach Page has an extensive list of organizations that offer support and assistance. Learn more
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FIRST EUCHARIST PREPARATION
Session #2 is Friday, May 19 at 7:00pm or Saturday, May 20 at 10:00am.
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HIGH SCHOOL TREK NEED DUFFLE BAGS
If you can donate any to help us transport our group supplies to Mexico, please contact Susan, sweaver@sjvkirkland.org.
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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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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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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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MOMENT OF PRAYER FOR THE SYNOD
Wednesday, May 31
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The General Secretariat of the Synod of Bishops has invited the Church throughout the world to a “moment of prayer” for the Synod on Friday, May 31, the Feast of the Visitation of the Blessed Virgin Mary.
Why a moment of prayer?
The purpose of this moment of prayer is threefold:
- To pray for the Synodal Process and place the work of the General Assembly in October under the protection of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Mother of the Church
- To make the People of God aware of the importance of the Synodal Process and to encourage all to accompany this process with prayer
- To engage lay, religious, and clergy in prayer for the Synod
What form should the moment of prayer take?
The prayer can take any form and can be incorporated into whatever prayer - such as weekday Mass for the feast day, the Liturgy of the Hours, a Holy Hour or rosary.
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