Newsletter | October 25, 2022 |
|
THIRTY-FIRST SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME |
|
JOIN US FOR MASS THIS WEEKEND |
|
Saturday at 5:00pm
Sunday at 9:00am
Sunday at 11:00am
PRACTICE OF CHARITY
Sometimes we don't see the goodness that is within and around us. Who do you think God sees when looking at you? Are you like Zacchaeus, eager for God to find you, or are there parts of yourself that you are trying to hide from God? Imagine what it was like for Zacchaeus. Feel the joy of welcoming Jesus' presence within 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.
|
|
Thank you to the Knights of Columbus for hosting another wonderful Oktoberfest. The food was delicious, the entertainment fun, and of course, the crowd was the best. Thank you to all who came to support! |
|
DRESS LIKE A SAINT
This Sunday, October 30 at 11:00am Mass
|
|
In anticipation of All Saints’ Day, young and old alike are invited to dress up like a Saint and share a few facts about the holy hero you are dressed as. Can’t wait to see what you come up with! |
|
RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION OF ADULTS
Sessions begin in November
|
|
If you are interested in learning more about the Catholic Church and are considering becoming Catholic and were either not Baptized or were Baptized in another faith tradition, please talk with Fr. Vu or email Laura, Lstanger@sjvkirkland.org to learn more about the process. If you know of someone who is interested, or has a spark within them, an inkling of becoming Catholic, and joining the Catholic Faith Community, please contact them as well. Learn more
|
|
The company that printed our shirts mistakenly made the design on the front too small. They are reprinting new shirts to correct the mistake and we are expecting them to arrive around November 3. Thank you for your understanding. Please contact us if you have any questions. |
|
IN HIS MAJESTY'S SERVICE
Saturday, November 5 at 5:00pm
(Mass will be at 4:00pm)
|
|
The Gala Dinner & Auction is one and a half weeks away! Watch the video above to see how much fun we had last year. Then be sure to purchase a seat to join the bidding and bond-ing this year and enjoy a night out in your glitzy James Bond attire with a lobster and steak dinner! Also remember to purchase a raffle ticket to win cash, a night out on the town, or a prime SJV parking spot!
WAYS YOU CAN HELP OUR PARISH COMPLETE ITS MISSION!
Donate Items by October 28: Please take a look at our Auction Wish List to see if there are items you would like to donate. Thank you for considering the auction. Procurement forms are available on the Welcome Table.
Volunteer before the Auction (October 31 - November 4 during the day): decorating, setting tables, folding napkins, setting up auction items...
Volunteer during the Auction (Saturday, November 5): serving guests at the dinner, help with clean up...
Wine Game: Liquor laws are different than 3 years ago. We cannot sell any alcohol at less than its market value. Therefore, we need to adhere to the following rules:
- Please donate your favorite $20.00 - $24.99 bottle of wine.
- The wine game will have a $25 price.
- Whichever bottle you end up with was someone at the parish’s favorite under $25 wine. It's an exciting way to try what may become your new and affordable favorite!
We have received the liquor license. If you signed up to bring in some alcohol, you can now drop it off. Thank you for helping with this!
Auction Fund-a-Need: Raise your paddle or donate here to Fund-a-Need for the next phase of the Doors of Heaven project. As stated last year and reiterated by the Archdiocese in their approval of the project, we are looking at doing some relandscaping and creating a walkway from the doors to a hardscaped gathering area near the eastern parking lot. This will involve relocating at least two of the rhododendron bushes as well as creating a pathway through the berm. We plan some other hardscaped features possibly including lighting, seating, and a gathering area. We are hoping to raise $40,000 to plan and execute this project. Any money raised above the amount needed will go to our General Fund.
Thank you – we can’t wait to celebrate our SJV family together!
|
|
RUMMIKUB
Tonight - Tuesday, October 25 at 7:00pm
|
|
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! |
|
TRUNK OR TREAT
This Friday, October 28 from 6:00-7:00pm
|
|
If you would like to participate or help with this fun event you can:
- donate candy with no nuts in the candy box in the narthex.
- decorate your car and give out candy. Registration forms are on the welcome table.
- bring your family, friends, and neighbors on the 28th!
In the event of heavy rain, Trunk-or-Treat will be cancelled. Please check our Facebook page prior to the event for updates.
|
|
FAMILY TREASURE HUNT
This Sunday, October 30 any time between 12:00-3:00pm
|
|
Families will be given a map of our parish grounds that will help them find some very important items that our Saints have lost! Finding these items in the right order will give you parts of a code to open St. Anthony’s treasure chest, where you will find a prize bag full of treats and Saintly stuff! |
|
ST. VINCENT DE PAUL CHRISTMAS FOOD BOX COLLECTION |
|
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.
Oct 29-30: Peanut Butter, Jam/Jelly, Mayonnaise, Cooking Oil, Breakfast Cereals, Tuna Fish, Canned Salmon, Chili, Canned Fruit, Bisquick, Brownie Mixes, Canned Soups, Salt
Nov 5-6: Cooking Oil, Peanut Butter, Jelly, Mayonnaise, Canned Tomatoes, Tomato Sauce, Pasta, Mac & Cheese, Top Ramen, Canned Fruit Juice, Coffee (Instant & Bean), Tea Bags, Pancake Syrup.
|
|
October is Respect Life Month, with the goal of building a culture that cherishes and protects every human life. PREPARES is a nurturing response to provide meaningful, local, and sustainable support to mothers, fathers, and families, as they nurture their children through pregnancy and early childhood.
During this month, please take a blue bag from the rack in the narthex. On the bag is a checklist for children of specific ages. Please purchase one or two of the suggested items from each section (gently used items are also acceptable), place them in the bag, then return the bag to the SVDP bin!
The bags will be distributed to families with young children in our neighborhood who are in need, through our SVDP. If you know a family who could use some help with supplies for their children, please have them call the parish office.
|
|
CATHOLIC KIDS' CATECHISM CLUB
No CKCC this Sunday/Monday
Come to the All Saints' Day Family Treasure Hunt
|
|
We offer sessions for 3yrs - kindergarteners during the 9:00am Mass. Parents drop their children off in Room #6 where we learn about the Mass. Then the children move into the preschool classroom with Ms. Lindy, our catechist, where they hear the Sunday Gospel and have an opportunity to do related crafts, play, and enjoy a snack.
We welcome our 1st through 5th graders to our mad-capped fun on Sundays from 9:55-10:55am OR on Mondays from 7:00-8:00pm in Room #6. Registration form
|
|
YOUTH @ MASS
Every Sunday 9:00am Mass then Donuts
|
|
Join a group of youth who are attending Mass together. We will sit in reserved pews in the back youth area, then enjoy donuts in the Social Hall. |
|
YOUTH GROUP
This Sunday, October 30 from 5:00-6:30pm
|
|
Join us for our annual Zombies & Saints night. We might be inside and outside, so dress for the weather. Looking forward to seeing everyone! Registration form
Our Youth Group program is all about fun, friendships, and faith. We welcome all youth so bring a friend! Youth group is for 6th-12th graders and we break up into age-appropriate groups. Email Maybeth, mterashima@sjvkirkland.org to sign up for our weekly What’s Up to stay informed.
|
|
GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP
Tuesday, November 1 at 6:00pm in Room 8
|
|
Are you struggling with the loss of a child? Please join us the first Tuesday of each month for support.
We usually meet at 7:00pm, but we will meet at 6:00pm on November 1, prior to All Saints Day Mass. Join us for refreshments and helpful hints on surviving the holidays without your loved one. Contact Susan, sweaver@sjvkirkland.org for more information.
|
|
ALL SAINTS' DAY
Tuesday, November 1
|
|
All Saints' Day is a Holy Day of Obligation. Masses will be celebrated at 9:00am and 7:00pm. |
|
SOCIAL JUSTICE COMMITTEE
Wednesday, November 2 at 5:30pm in Room 8
|
|
“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 be a part of our Social Justice Committee. Please contact Susan, sweaver@sjvkirkland.org, for more information.
|
|
ALL SOULS DAY
Wednesday, November 2
|
|
Mass will be celebrated at 7:00pm. During this special Mass the names of our loved ones who have passed in the last year will be read, and a candle will be lit in their honor. There will be no 9:00am Adoration & Mass on this day.
We will be remembering our dearly departed from the past year with a slideshow of their pictures. If you would like to participate, please send a picture of your departed loved one and her/his name to aklepper@sjvkirkland.org by Sunday, October 30.
You may also bring a photo of your deceased loved one from the past year to the parish office to be placed on a table by the baptismal font for the month of November. Please make sure the name of the person pictured, your name, and contact info, are on the back of the picture so we can get the photo back to you at the end of the month.
|
|
This information was presented in past newsletters. |
|
SJV ST. VINCENT DE PAUL NEEDS YOUR HELP
Calls are increasing from neighbors in need and the organization's funds are quickly running low. Learn more and donate
|
|
SJV VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
You are the church!
|
|
AFGHAN REFUGEE FAMILY ON FINN HILL
|
|
INTERFAITH PIONEER FR. TREACY DIES AT 103 |
|
A vigil service will be held at 7:00pm on October 28 at St. James Cathedral. A funeral Mass will be held at 10:00am on October 29 at the Cathedral, with Archbishop Paul D. Etienne presiding. Reception to follow Mass in Cathedral Hall. Click for details and to watch livestream and to read the Northwest Catholic story about Father Treacy's life.
|
|
MOTHER TERESA: NO GREATER LOVE
Movie Encore Theatrical Release
|
|
"Hunger is not only for a piece of bread. Hunger is for love." - Mother Teresa
Produced by the Knights of Columbus, this inspiring feature-length documentary film is the definitive historical account on the life and legacy of this beloved saint for our times. Buy tickets
|
|
SIX BLACK CATHOLICS
An Evening with ValLimar Jansen
|
|
Join us as we Celebrate Black Catholic History month and the Feast of All Saints with accomplished Catholic speaker, artist and performer ValLimar Jansen, to learn about six black Catholics who are on the road to sainthood. No need to register. No cost to attend. All are invited!
Val will speak briefly and sing at the weekend Masses
- Saturday, November 5 at 5:30pm
- Sunday, November 6th at 8:30am and 11:00am
Main Presentation
ValLimar Jansen is a highly regarded inspirational, catechetical speaker, singer, composer and recording artist. She is also a college professor, a leader of worship and prayer, and a keynote and workshop presenter at conferences across the US and internationally.
|
|
PLEASE SUPPORT OUR NEWSLETTER SPONSORS |
|
|
|
|
|
|
