Newsletter | January 16, 2024 | |
THIRD 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
READINGS FOR THE THIRD SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
PRACTICE OF FAITH
When Jonah warned the people of Nineveh of God's impending punishment, they promptly repented. When Jesus summoned the Galilean fishermen to participate in the proclamation of God's kingdom, they promptly joined him. When we hear St. Paul urging the Christians in Corinth not to become preoccupied by worldly concerns, we hear that same invitation to ask ourselves if we are truly living as God intends or if we need to make changes in our lives.
- Scrutinize your life. What do you spend time on? What do you spend money on?
- When Jesus called his first disciples, they immediately left everything behind. Is there something in your life you need to walk away from completely?
- Do you know someone who might join you in making meaningful life changes? Talk with that person about how you can support each other.
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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The following advertisers made it possible to have a parish calendar this year. We encourage you to support them when their services are needed. We are deeply grateful for their support and donation to our church community.
Evergreen Speech and Hearing Clinic
Peace of Mind Adult Family Home
Associated Catholic Cemeteries Pre-Need Office
Eggerman Law Firm
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In support of our Catholic Social Teaching Retreat, we are Collecting Donations for our local Seafarers Ministry. Please support our PNW Seafarers by contributing items for their ditty bags (small pouches used by travelers to store essential items, especially those used by sailors, fishermen, or military personnel). Items can include knit hats, full-size shampoo and body wash, deodorant, full-size toothpaste, individually packaged toothbrush, shaving cream, razors, sanitary pads, tampons, face wash, bottles of ibuprofen or Tylenol. Please place all donations in the box in the Narthex labeled Seattle Seafarers. For more information, please visit mts-seattle.org/ditty-bags.
Participants as well as those unable to attend the retreat are asked to donate "ditty bag" items to support the Seafarer's Ministry. Please see flyer for more details.
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FIRST RECONCILIATION & FIRST EUCHARIST PREPARATION
Begins in February
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Parents and children are asked to come together to our sessions. We do each session twice so you may choose whichever session works best each time. Children will receive the curriculum for the Sacrament of Reconciliation before they receive the Sacrament of Eucharist. Each session lasts about an hour.
First Reconciliation Preparation
Session #1 - Fri. Feb. 2 at 7pm or Sat. Feb. 3 at 10am
Session #2 - Fri. Feb. 23 at 7pm or Sat. Feb. 24 at 10am
Session #3 - Fri. March 8 at 7pm or Sat. March 9 at 10am
First Reconciliation - Children can receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation any time after March 9 at 3:30pm on a Saturday.
First Eucharist Preparation
Session #1 - Fri. April 12 at 7pm or Sat. April 13 at 10am
Session #2 - Fri. April 26 at 7pm or Sat. April 27 at 10am
Session #3 - Fri. May 10 at 7pm or Sat. May 11 at 10am
First Eucharist Rehearsal - Fri. May 24 at 7pm
First Eucharist Celebration - Sat. May 25 at 5pm Mass or Sun. May 26 at 11am Mass
There is a supply fee for the classes, and we will use the Dynamic Catholic Blessed Curriculum. Contact Laura Stanger with questions or concerns. Registration form
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EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS NEEDED | |
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Now that we are receiving the Precious Blood again, we are in need of more Eucharistic Ministers. If you feel called to serve in this special way while you are at Mass, please contact the parish office for a training. The schedule is flexible. We would also like to invite former Eucharistic Ministers to consider serving again.
Eucharistic Ministers have the privilege of administering Holy Communion, the Body and Blood of our Lord Jesus Christ, to our brothers and sisters in the congregation. Through this humble service, God unites you to your fellow members of the Body of Christ and actually forms all of us in the body.
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The word "Mass" derives from the Latin words for the dismissal, the very last part of the Mass. Ite, missa est: Go, you are sent. It is ironic, perhaps, that the entire liturgy came to be known by its last word, and yet it is appropriate as well. Because ultimately, the Eucharist is not an escape from the world; the Eucharist is ordered towards the transformation of the world. At the end of Mass, we are sent forth, not to clear the pews, but to fill the world - to carry the Gospel into the places it can reach only through us. | |
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KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS
This Thursday, January 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. Learn more | |
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CONFIRMATION PREPARATION
This Saturday, January 20 at 2:30pm, then 5:00pm Mass Together
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Remember to bring your Sponsor form! | |
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SENIOR DINNER (55+)
This Saturday, January 20 after 5:00pm Mass
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Calling all seniors, couples included! Come join us for fun, fellowship, and a great night out! After dinner we play the Left, Right, Center dice game so remember to bring four quarters. Price is $10/person (cash only please). Stop in or call the parish office to sign up by today - Tuesday, January 16 so we know how much food to prepare.
Right now, we are meeting on the third Saturday of every month. Starting in March we will meet on the second Saturday of every month.
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RUMMIKUB
Tuesday, January 23 at 7:00pm in the Social Hall
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We meet on the fourth Tuesday of the month at 7:00pm. 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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CATHOLIC SOCIAL TEACHING RETREAT SERIES COMING TO ST. JOHN VIANNEY CHURCH
Saturday, January 27 from 8:30am - 12:00pm at SJV
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Join us for hospitality at 8:30am followed by morning Mass celebrated by Father Vu. The retreat will feature Rich Shively, Archdiocese of Seattle Seafarer Center; Jose Ortiz, CCSWW Northwest Latino Network Builder and former Tri-Parish Food Bank/YMP Director; and Evan Wipf, SJV Parishioner and Snohomish & Island County Labor Council Delegate. Our panelists will help us understand the Catholic Social Teaching Principles of Right & Responsibilities and the Dignity of Work & the Rights of Workers and how we can use them to live the word of God.
Participants as well as those unable to attend the retreat are asked to donate "ditty bag" items to support the Seafarer's Ministry. Please click on the flyer for more details.
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This information was presented in past newsletters. | |
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THE NEWLYWED GAME
To celebrate “World Marriage Day,” the Cana Commission would like to host happy hour with appetizers and “The Newlywed Game.” Couples of all ages and stages are invited. Free Childcare provided! $20 per couple and there will be some fun prizes! Grand prize is a $200 gift card to Daniel's Broiler! Learn more and sign up
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CATHOLIC KIDS' CATECHISM CLUB
CKCC resumes this Sunday/Monday. New members and volunteers are welcome any time. Learn more
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YOUTH GROUP
Join us for Safe Environment night this Sunday, January 21. Middle School will meet from 4:30-5:30pm, and High School from 5:45-6:45pm. Learn more
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RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION FOR ADULTS
Classes have begun. Contact the parish office if you are interested in receiving the Sacraments of Initiation this Easter. Learn more
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SJV VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
How can you best use your gifts?
Learn more
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HOLY FAMILY PARISH SCHOOL
Applications for the 2024-2025 school year are LIVE
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Holy Family Parish School will be hosting several tour dates for families with students entering grades K-8 in the 2024-2025 school year. All parents who seek a Catholic education for their children are invited to tour Holy Family Parish School where knowledge and faith meet!
Holy Family Parish School Tours
To schedule your tour and experience a “typical” school day at HFK, please call or email Erin Poor EPOOR@HFKSchool.org or 425-827-0444, ext. 202. You can visit www.hfkschool.org to register for a tour. Tours are scheduled for 10:30-11:30 a.m. on the following days:
- Wednesday, January 10 at 10:30am & January 17 at 1:00pm
- Monday, January 29 at 9:30am
We have tour times available on Tuesdays, please contact us to schedule a tour. Because of a large number of inquiries, reservations are necessary and only babies in arms will be allowed in order to minimize classroom disruptions. There will also be time for questions and answers with the School Principal, Susan Webster. If you want an exceptional education for your children grounded in your Catholic faith, don’t miss these opportunities to learn more about our parish school. Please note, tuition assistance is available, and finances should not be a barrier to seeking a Catholic education for your children.
Holy Family Parish School is dedicated to the mission of Inspiring, Educating, and Preparing students for a Christ-Centered life of Learning, Faith, and Service. We look forward to seeing you!
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JOIN BISHOP SCHUSTER ON A PILGRIMAGE TO GREECE
October 8-18, 2024
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You are invited to follow in the footsteps of St. Paul the Apostle and the Early Christian Community with Bishop Schuster and Fr. Johnson. Enjoy Greek culture and cuisine while seeing the Acts of the Apostles and Letters of St. Paul come alive in your travels.
31 spots available. Registration is open! Learn more and register
Contact Carin Brown at: carin.brown@seattlearch.org or 206-274-3117 if you have any questions.
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