Newsletter | September 13, 2022 |
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TWENTY-FIFTH 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
PRACTICE OF HOPE
Attachment to wealth reveals that we aren't truly devoted to God, whose Son gave away his very life for us. We who hope to enter the fullness of God's kingdom must live as if we were in it now. Do you sometimes hesitate to help those in need? Imagine that Jesus is sitting with you. Talk with him about why you sometimes do not help people when you could.
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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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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BISHOP MATTHEW YITIEREH VISITING FROM GHANA |
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Bishop Matthew, the new bishop from Ghana is visiting our area. He joined us for our parish picnic this past Sunday, and will preside at the Masses the weekend of September 24-25. We are so blessed to have him! |
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Thank you to Connie Lambert, Brad & Melinda Lund, and Mary Torbenson for their help with the funeral reception for Judy Zaccaria last Friday. Thank you also the many parishioners who brought salads and desserts. A special thank you to Bing Lapurga who brought 3 pans of macaroni & cheese. It was all greatly appreciated!
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Thank you to everyone involved in the picnic! It was a true celebration of the people who are St. John Vianney parish. From the people who hoisted the big top and set up the canopies and tables, to the people who brought it all down, and everything in between - groups that hosted the booths and welcome table, people who brought food, people who brought items for and put together the raffle baskets, people who emptied garbage bins, people who made lemonade, snow cones, and popcorn, people who performed, people who said "What can I do to help?" and people who showed up! Truly many hands make LIGHT work. Thank you to all for being part of making the parish picnic such a bright event, that many of us are still glowing from it. |
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ST. JOHN VIANNEY APPAREL
Order by October 8
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Thank you to all who submitted designs! The winners’ entries came together to create the final design, and we love how it turned out. Thank you:
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Arturo Ramirez (18 and over)
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Monica Tran (12-18)
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Henrik Hough (11 and under)
Wear your faith and be the LIGHT (or LITTLE LIGHT)!
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Click here to order ADULT Crewneck Short Sleeve T-shirt, Pullover Hoodie, Crewneck Sweatshirt, and Long Sleeve T-shirt
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Click here to order ADULT Jersey Polo
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Click here to order CHILD (LITTLE LIGHT) Crewneck Short Sleeve T-shirt, Pullover Hoodie, and Crewneck Sweatshirt
Please place all orders before October 8. Items will arrive by October 23.
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PLEASE HELP US STOCK OUR SJV GIFT SHOP |
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What is your passion? What brings you joy? What special gifts have you been given? Would your occupation/expertise be a gift to others?
“Don’t just ask what SJV can do for you, share your light to make SJV shine even brighter on Finn Hill for all peoples.”
Please complete a gift tag or two for multiple gifts and attach it to our Giving Tree in the Narthex this weekend. Some examples: Cooking, Baking, Decorating, Floral arranging, Data entry, Gardening, Sewing, Singing, Painting, Creating Posters or Event back drops, Procuring items, Creating gift baskets, Visiting with sick and/or homebound, Carpentry, Plumbing, Event planning, Cleaning, Teaching, Dancing, Office help.
We will compile all your gifts by category, for the SJV staff to shop for an item needed during a certain time of the year, a celebration or an event.
Your information will only be shared by the parish staff if a parishioner is looking for the gift that only YOU can provide. Should you accept to share your light, you will be given ample time, or you can decline if the time is not right.
Thank you for sharing your passion, joy and gifts with all of us.
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JOIN OUR HIGH SCHOOL ESPERANZA MISSION TREK |
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Applications are now available for our 2022-2023 year! Sophomores – Seniors are welcome to join us. Our first meeting with be Sunday, October 2 following Youth Group. Please contact Susan, sweaver@sjvkirkland.org, for more information or an application.
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The funeral for Jes Brown, son of parishioner Ted Brown, will be Monday, September 19 at 11:00am. There will be a viewing prior at 10:15am. Lord embrace Jes with Your eternal love. |
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SOCIAL JUSTICE COMMITTEE
Second Wednesday of each month at 7:00pm via Zoom,
starting Tomorrow, 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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THE TEACHING OF VATICAN II THROUGH THE COUNCIL'S DOCUMENTS
Thursdays from 7:00-8:30pm via Zoom, starting September 15
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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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KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS
This 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
This 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
This 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
This Saturday, September 17 from 2:30pm - 4:45pm
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SENIOR GATHERING
This 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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HARRY POTTER RETREAT
Friday, September 23 - Sunday, September 25 (not overnight)
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High school and middle school youth are invited to “Failure and the Deathly Hallows” Retreat after the seventh movie in the series. Space is limited. Email Maybeth, mterashima@sjvkirkland.org, for more information.
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RUMMIKUB
Tuesday, September 27 at 7:00pm in the Social Hall
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We meet on the fourth Tuesday of the month. 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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From the same movie, what was the Contessa carrying when she fell in love with Bond?
Answer: A Cat. When the Contessa says she has fallen in love with Bond, she is holding a cat, while they are walking over a bridge in a park.
New Question: What is the Bond family motto?
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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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STYROFOAM RECYCLING EVENT
Saturday, October 1 from 9:00am - 1:00pm
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GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP
If you are grieving the loss of a child we invite you to join us on the first Tuesdays of the month at 7:00pm, starting October 4. Learn more
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WOMEN'S BOOK GROUP
We'll discuss How the Irish Saved Civilization by Thomas Cahill on Tuesday, October 4 at 7:00pm. Learn more
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FORMING CONSCIENCES FOR FAITHFUL CITIZENSHIP
Learn how Catholic Social Justice Teaching relates to politics on Thursday, October 13 via Zoom. Learn more
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This information was presented in past newsletters. |
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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
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IT'S TIME TO PROCURE AUCTION ITEMS
Procurement forms are available in the office.
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EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS COMMITTEE
Join us in thinking through planning for emergencies.
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SJV 50TH ANNIVERSARY STORY-LINE
Be sure to add your pictures in the social hall!
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SJV VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
You are the church!
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AFGHAN REFUGEE FAMILY ON FINN HILL
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Archbishop Etienne is seeking candidates for a new deacon class. If you are interested, please contact the parish office. Learn more
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A Bilingual (English/Spanish) class setting for parents or caregivers of children ages 0 - 5 years. It is a space to reaffirm play with love to help develop the socio-emotional skills of the child. This is a free weekly mom-and-child play group/class sponsored by the Prepares Committee at Holy Family Kirkland.
HOLY FAMILY KIRKLAND NURSERY ROOM
Fridays from 10:30am - 12:00pm
October 2022 - June 2023
Please register with Teresa Cacho-Govea at 206.487.2414
Space is limited
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