Newsletter | November 7, 2023 | |
THIRTY-SECOND SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME | |
JOIN US FOR MASS THIS WEEKEND | |
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Saturday at 5:00pm
Sunday at 9:00am
Sunday at 11:00am
THIRTY-SECOND SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
PRACTICE OF HOPE
To know neither the day nor the hour, but to nonetheless remain prepared, is to live in hope. In all the readings for Sunday, the emphasis is on waiting and watching for a promised event or advantage unfolding through time, one we will share in from our position within salvation history. And although we place our hope in the Christ who is to come, we must strive to understand that Christ is already here. If we do not recognize Christ among us, will we recognize him when he comes again?
- This month pray every day for those who have died.
- Sharpen the eye of your heart so that you may recognize Christ by looking for him in others throughout the day. When you see him in the other, greet that person as you would Christ.
We are doing our best to continue to provide a safe space to worship for everyone. Click here to see current COVID safety measures.
Live Stream Mass
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Prayerfully consider making a pledge to our parish’s Stewardship of Treasure renewal. Your pledge supports the mission of St. John Vianney to help others encounter Jesus. From our faith formation programs, young adult ministries, and outreach to the most vulnerable, your continued commitment allows us to help others live the joy of the Gospel. Please prayerfully reflect on your many blessings and return your 2024 pledge card today.
St. John Vianney's goal this year is 100% participation, and to date, almost 6% of our families have responded generously with a pledge. Make your pledge online using the button below.
If you have already sent in your response and this letter has crossed in the mail, please accept our sincerest thanks and appreciation for participating this year.
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"YOU ARE THE VINE, WE ARE THE BRANCHES"
Gala Dinner & Auction
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A heartfelt thank you to the attendants of the Gala Dinner and Auction and all assisting with it in some way. We are very grateful for the joy and community you share with us every day, but it is most evident when we come together.
We will announce next week what we raised in money, but we already know the spirit of community that we raised - along with our glasses and our bid cards. Muchas gracias, Merci beaucoup, Molte grazie, Dankeschön, Muito obrigada, jeong-mal go-ma-wo, Cảm ơn bạn rất nhiều, Hvala lijepa, Mahalo nui loa, Doumo arigatou, Napakabuti Ninyo, Asante Sana, Grazzi - Thank you all very much!
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WELCOME TO OUR NEWLY BAPTIZED | |
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Oliver, child of Hasan & Paulina
Odin Frederick, child of Nels & Lauren
May the love, peace, and joy of your baptisms bring everlasting happiness to your families.
Infant Baptisms are celebrated on the first Sunday of each month during the 11:00am Mass. To register for your child please get a Baptism packet from the parish office. Contact Laura to reserve your spot. Check out sjvkirkland.org/sacraments/#baptism for more information.
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ADOPT-A-BED
Bed of the Month October 2023
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MARGIE'S GARDEN
Enough Said
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KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS
Welcome & Congratulations
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(Big) Lucas De Nadai
our council’s newest member
Mike McAuliff
Knight of the Month
Mike McAuliff and Amanda
Family of the Month
Thank you for serving as an inspiration to our parish community and council by supporting and strengthening Christian life.
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ST. VINCENT DE PAUL CHRISTMAS BASKETS | |
THE FOOD DRIVE IS UNDERWAY | |
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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 77 families, distributing over 245 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.
Nov 11-12: Jelly, Peanut Butter, Cooking Oil, Mayonnaise, Canned Fruit, Canned Vegetables, Spaghetti Sauces, Pasta, Cake Mix, Frosting, Brownie Mix, Pancake Mix, Syrup, Stove Top Stuffing Mix, 5LB Flour, Baked Beans
Nov 18-19: Mayonnaise, Cooking Oil, Canned Fruit, TP, Paper Towels, Kleenex, Breakfast Cereals, Canned Soup, Canned Stew, Spam, Baked Beans, Rice & Rice Products, 4LB Sugar, Cake Mix, Frosting, Cake Mix, Frosting
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CKCC CEMETERY TOUR
This Saturday, November 11 at 10:30am at Holyrood Cemetery, Shoreline
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Please join Catholic Kids’ Catechism Club members and their families at 10:30am for Mass in the Holyrood Cemetery Mausoleum, followed by posting flags on the grave sites of veterans who are buried there. We can also go around to the grave sites of parishioners or family members who have died and pray for them. If you would like to join us, please contact Laura Stanger. The Cemetery will host us to a pizza lunch for all our hard work, and they need to know how much pizza to buy. | |
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THANKSGIVING MASS
Thursday, November 23 at 10:00am
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Start Thanksgiving Day with Mass in gratitude and love for God’s abundant mercies and blessings. You can bring bread or wine that will be served with your Thanksgiving Feast for Fr. Vu to bless. You can also bring non-perishable food donations for St. Vincent de Paul to be blessed by Fr. Vu. There will be pumpkin pie and coffee in the social hall after Mass. The church will close afterward through the day after Thanksgiving. | |
Catholic Kids’ Catechism Club members will be stuffing blessing bags for the homeless again this year. If you would like to donate personal care items, please place them in the picnic basket near the upstairs restrooms. | |
CHRISTMAS FLOWER OFFERING | |
If you would like to make an offering of Christmas flowers to honor, or in memory of a loved one, please bring in the Christmas Flower Envelope from your monthly envelope pack, or send a check to the office marked “Christmas Flower Offering” and include the names of those you’d like to memorialize/honor. | |
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THE LITURGY OF THE WORD
Responding to the Word
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After listening to the Word in the three readings and the psalm, we respond in three ways.
The homily forms part of the Liturgy of the Word. In it, the preacher makes a connection between the Scriptures and our own community, our own place and time. The homily is not meant to be a lesson in Scripture or doctrine, but a pastoral integration of the Scriptures into our lives. The preacher's task is to help us find ourselves in the word of God, as Jesus did in his conversation with the disciples on the road to Emmaus.
Our second response is the creed or profession of faith. These words express the core of our belief about who Jesus is and who we are. This profession unites us with the Church throughout the world. At the heart of the Creed is the identity and the ongoing presence of Jesus.
Our third response is the Prayer of the Faithful, also called the Universal Prayer. In these prayers, we get specific: we bring before God the needs of our Church, our world, and our own faith community. Nourished by the Scriptures, which have been broken open for us in the homily, we broaden our perspective, looking beyond our individual needs and intentions to the needs of the world.
Throughout the Liturgy of the Word, there is a pattern of listening and response. We do not take in the word passively, but actively. How can we keep responding to the word of God after Mass is over?
A Prayer before the Liturgy of the Word
"If today you hear God's voice, harden not your hearts."
(Psalm 95)
Come, Holy Spirit,
Spirit of wisdom, knowledge, and understanding!
Open my ears to the Word,
so that I may believe what I hear,
understand what I believe,
and love and live my faith more effectively. Amen.
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GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP
Tonight - Tuesday, November 7 at 7:00pm in Room 8
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All who are struggling with the loss of a loved one are welcome to join our Grief Support Group the first Tuesday of each month at 7:00pm in Room 8. Please contact Dana, 206-371-0803, for more information. | |
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WOMEN'S BOOK GROUP
Tonight - Tuesday, November 7 at 7:00pm in the Parish Office
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The first Tuesday of each month at 7:00 PM, our Women’s Book Group gathers with wine and chocolate to discuss a book that has been chosen by the group. You do not need to read the book to come to the book group.
November Book:
Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less by Greg McKeown.
December Book:
Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass by Frederick Douglass
January Book:
On a Night of a Thousand Stars by Andrea Yaryura Clark
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RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION FOR ADULTS
Begins This Thursday, November 9 at 7:00pm via Zoom
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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 a member of the parish staff 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 the parish office as well. | |
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VETERANS DAY OBSERVED
This Friday, November 10
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Veterans Day is November 11, but will be observed on Friday, November 10. Weekday Adoration & Mass will be celebrated at 9:00am as usual that day, then the church will close afterward in honor of our Veterans. | |
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KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS
Thursday, November 16 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. | |
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YOUTH MIGRANT PROJECT
Saturday, November 18
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Our Thanksgiving Day Trip to the Tri-Parish Food Bank for middle and high-schoolers is coming up! We will meet at 7:45am in the SJV parking lot and return by 5:00pm. Please bring diapers to donate to the food bank. Please contact Susan by November 15 to join us. | |
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CONFIRMATION PREP MINI RETREAT
Saturday, November 18 from 2:30-8:00pm
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Remember the mini retreat is required. Bring your completed Saint Worksheet. | |
Friday, November 10 we observe Veterans Day. The church will close after 9:00am Adoration & Mass. | |
This information was presented in past newsletters. | |
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BRIDGE MINISTRY CHRISTMAS PARTY
Saturday, December 2 from 12:00-2:00pm. Contact Susan to help prep, serve, clean up, or host a table to assist our guests. Learn more
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CATHOLIC KIDS' CATECHISM CLUB
For 3-year-olds through 5th grade. New members and volunteers are welcome any time. Learn more
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YOUTH GROUP
Middle School and High School youth are always invited.
Learn more
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SJV VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
How can you best use your gifts?
Learn more
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HOLIDAY CRAFT FAIR
Saturday, November 11 from 9:00am - 4:00pm at St. Brendan, Bothell
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Come shop 100+ craft vendors and enjoy home-baked treats and refreshments for purchase. | |
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A CULTURAL IMMERSION SUMMIT
Saturday, November 11 from 8:30am - 5:00pm at Holy Spirit Catholic Church, Kent
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This summit will revolve around the notable keynote speaker, Gloria Purvis, a prominent author. Deacon Mel Tardy will delve into the life and impact of Daniel Rudd, emphasizing his efforts to call the Catholic Church to justice and beyond. The legacy of local Catholic military service members will be honored. The interrelationship between Black Catholic history and Catholic social teaching will be explored through a panel discussion featuring Barbara Anderson, Director of Bellarmine Prep School, Malcolm Nelson, Principal of St. Therese Catholic Academy in Seattle, and Fr. Robert P. Boxie III, Chaplain at Howard University, and more. The day will culminate in a Mass of Praise and Worship, led by Archbishop Paul Etienne, offering participants to come together in faith and gratitude. | |
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14th ANNUAL HOLY FAMILY THANKSGIVING COMMUNITY MEAL
This Friday, November 3 at 7:00pm - Holy Family, Kirkland
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