Newsletter | February 20, 2024 | |
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 SECOND SUNDAY OF LENT
PRACTICE OF FAITH
Jesus' sudden transformation bewilders his closest disciples, who would be able to make sense of it only after Jesus' resurrection.
- What memorable experience of God have you had? How has your understanding of that moment changed over time? How does that moment sustain you during difficult times?
- Once the disciples understood what Jesus' transfiguration meant, they might have recalled it when they needed the strength to persevere in the face of adversity. Spend time in adoration of the Blessed Sacrament this week. Gaze upon Christ, who gave himself for you and intercedes for you.
- Abraham acknowledges that Isaac, like all of God's promises, is a gift, undeserved and unearned. Consider all that you claim as yours. Do you have something that someone else needs? What would it cost you to give some of what you have away?
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 is now during the Sunday 9:00am Mass.
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CRAB FEED
This Saturday, February 24 at 6:30pm in the Social Hall
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Get your tickets for the SJV Knights of Columbus Crab Feed! Please help them raise money to fund all the causes they support throughout the year:
- Pennies for Heaven, which supports the three dioceses in Washington State to help defray the cost of education for our seminarians.
- RSVP, in which donations go directly to seminarians to help with their personal expenses.
- ASAP (Aid and Support After Pregnancy), which supports pregnant women, mothers, and their children by serving pregnancy resource centers and maternity homes.
- Coats for Kids, in which the Knights purchase and distribute new, all-weather winter coats throughout our local area.
- The Knights donate to many of SJV's ministries and needs throughout the year, including the SVDP Society, facility maintenance, etc.
- Scholarship Program, in which we offer financial aid to our graduating high school seniors planning to attend college.
Thank you for your support!
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ADULT MISSION TREK MEETING
This Sunday, February 25 at 12:00pm
| All are welcome to join our adult trek to Tijuana to build houses in community with our brothers and sisters across the border May 18–25. To find out more, please come to our informational/planning meeting this Sunday, February 25 in the Social Hall. Contact Susan with any questions. | |
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OLIVE WOOD FROM BETHLEHEM
Coming this weekend, February 24-25
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We were able to reschedule olive wood sales! The carvings will be available for purchase after all the Masses this weekend, February 24-25. The proceeds support Christian Catholic families in the Holy Land. This is a major source of income for them. More than 75 families in Bethlehem hand-carved these beautiful and unique items (Nativities, Crucifixes, Rosaries, Statues). The Christian population in Bethlehem has dropped from 22% to less than 2% in the past two decades, and this is a way to support them to stay there. Thank you in advance for your support. | |
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CATHOLIC HOME MISSIONS COLLECTION
This Weekend, February 24-25
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This weekend we will take up the Catholic Home Missions Appeal. Today, nearly 40% of dioceses in the United States and its territories are unable to fund the essential pastoral work their communities need. Your support of this appeal helps them meet these faith formation and sacramental needs. Please prayerfully consider how you can support this appeal. More information can be found at www.usccb.org/home-missions. | |
LENT - HOLY WEEK - EASTER SCHEDULE | |
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Stations of the Cross & Soup Suppers
Every Friday during Lent at 6:00pm
Donations to Soup Suppers support Catholic Relief Services Rice Bowl
Good Friday at 3:00pm (No Soup Supper)
Family Movie Night
Saturday, March 2 at 6:00pm
Donations support Catholic Relief Services Rice Bowl
Communal Reconciliation Service
Wednesday, March 13 at 7:00pm
Parish Lenten Retreat
Saturday, March 16 at 9:00am
Palm Sunday Masses
Saturday, March 23 at 5:00pm
Sunday, March 24 at 9:00am and 11:00am
Holy Thursday Mass
Thursday, March 28 at 7:00pm
(No Morning Adoration & Mass)
Good Friday Mass of the Presanctified
Friday, March 29 at 7:00pm
(No Morning Adoration & Mass)
Holy Saturday
Easter Vigil Mass Saturday, March 30 at 8:00pm
(No 3:30pm Reconciliation and No 5:00pm Mass)
Easter Sunday Masses
Sunday, March 31 at 9:00am & 11:00am
Easter Egg Hunt following both Masses
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STATIONS OF THE CROSS & SOUP SUPPERS
Fridays During Lent at 6:00pm
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Please join us every Friday of Lent for the Stations of the Cross in the church, to commemorate Jesus’ journey to Calvary. Afterwards, come into the social hall for a simple Soup Supper and a chance to connect with other parishioners. Soup Supper monetary donations will go to Catholic Relief Services Rice Bowl to support programs that prevent hunger and poverty around the world.
Thanks to the Knights of Columbus for hosting last Friday!
Our hosts for this year’s remaining Stations of the Cross & Soup Suppers are:
- February 23 - Weekday Mass Attendees
- March 1 - High School Mission Trek, Youth Group, Young Adults
- March 8 - Senior Dinner Group
- March 15 - Music Ministry
- March 22 - Catholic Kids' Catechism Club
- March 29, Good Friday - Stations of the Cross then Divine Mercy Chaplet, no Soup Supper
Bring crackers or bread for your family. The hosts for the evening will bring soup. You are welcome to bring a large pot of meatless soup to share as well.
You are also invited to pray the Stations of the Cross on your own, either in the church during open hours or using our outdoor stations on the front lawn during daylight hours. Stations of the Cross Worship Aids are available here.
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CATHOLIC RELIEF SERVICES RICE BOWL | In Akwangagwel, Uganda, the climate is very hot and dry. Farmers in this region depend heavily on the rainy season for a successful harvest. But lately—due to the changing climate—the rain has been coming later than it used to and is more inconsistent. Sometimes, when it does rain, it causes flooding and ruins the crops. Learn how Adolf and Florence have taken the matter into their own hands, implementing new farming techniques they learned from a Catholic Relief Services program to improve their farm and fight against hunger in their community. Visit crsricebowl.org to read this week’s Story of Hope. | |
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION CONGRESS YOUTH DAY | |
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Thanks to the generosity of our parishioners to the Annual Catholic Appeal, we just received our third Annual Appeal rebate check in the amount of $7,841.89. This makes a total year-to-date rebate of $22,859.34, that is being used to connect the Youth of our parish with the wider Catholic Church. This included sending some of our SJV Youth Leaders to RECongress Youth Day in Anaheim, CA last week.
Along with 6,500 teens, our Youth Leaders attended youth-themed workshops, prayer opportunities, and a magic show by keynote speaker Giancarlo Bernini. The theme was "Your Path Awaits," as a reminder that we're not alone on our journey of faith. God is always with us, and we've been given friends to walk our path alongside us. Since they were in Anaheim, they also had a bonding day in Disneyland. Read what some of the youth leaders had to say about their experience:
"My favorite thing at RECongress was the fact that we were surrounded by people of the same religion. The people sharing their life experiences were so interesting, and very helpful and kind. It was special to be with the other youth learning together and having fun while being there. The things that I am grateful for are that I was part of this experience, that I learned so much about our religion, and that all of the staff were helpful. I am grateful for all of it. Thank you very much SJV for allowing me to have this experience." - Jose
"RECongress Youth Day was so much fun! It was so amazing attending mass with so many people, especially youth all gathered together. I could really feel the presence of the Holy Spirit. I am so grateful I got to go on this trip, being able to bond with my friends, and connect with God through the different activities we did. I will never forget it." - Nathaniel
"My favorite thing at RECongress was the opening session. I liked how the keynote speaker was able to tie the wonder and awe of magic tricks together with the wonder and awe of miracles, eucharist, etc. I was also inspired by what the speakers in the two workshops talked about (the first workshop that I went to was about realizing with your real eyes - meaning your heart, and the other one was about standing up for your faith). The other youth and I were able to form a close bond pretty quickly, starting the night that we arrived in California. The best bonding moments that we had were while we were waiting in line for rides at Disney Land. Overall, this was an amazing experience and I’m so happy that I decided to go!" - Elizabeth
Thank you to all who have paid AND continue to pay their Annual Appeal pledge, which helps to provide these blessed experiences for our Youth.
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On Thursday, February 15 some of our RCIA members attended the Rite of Election at St. James’ Cathedral. They were welcomed and invited by Bishop Elizondo to continue to journey toward full initiation at our Easter Vigil Celebration on Saturday, March 30 at the 8:00pm Holy Saturday Liturgy!
Congratulations to our Newly Elect! Claire, Alex, Keion, Anika, Melanie, Tyler, and Sam, who will all be Baptized, and receive the Sacraments of Confirmation and Eucharist at our Easter Vigil Celebration this year; and Marilyn who was baptized into another faith tradition will be received into the Catholic Church and receive the Holy Eucharist and Confirmation Sacraments!
We have 8 people joining our Catholic Community this year as adults. We will let you know more about our Catechumens and Candidate as the season of Lent proceeds.
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RARE DISEASE AWARENESS GATHERING | |
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Dear St. John Vianney,
On behalf of Born a Hero, the NW Rare Disease Coalition, and the Rare Disease Community I want to thank you for listening to our stories.
The event was a success! As a result of the event and people being moved by the speakers, one of the moms was able to buy her son the wheelchair she needed for her son who is slowly losing abilities and dying. We have had a couple people reaching out and it is so wonderful to connect and be able to have these conversations.
The rare disease patients and advocates that attended felt the love and welcoming of our church. They felt God's presence and to me that is beautiful and so special! Love my church family:)
If you have any questions or want to be involved, please feel free to email me at carolina@bornhero.org
In Kindness and God Bless,
Carolina Sommer
Thank you to Carolina for inviting Sarah, Sabrina, and Katie to speak and share on rare diseases and their journey of hope last weekend at SJV. What incredible guests we had, and a blessed opportunity.
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The funeral Mass for Joyce Barnett will be on Friday, March 1 at 11:00am. If you are able to provide a salad for the reception, please contact the parish office.
There will be no 9:00am Adoration & Mass that day.
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CATHOLIC KIDS' CATECHISM CLUB MICROLOAN BUSINESSES
After the Weekend Masses During Lent
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You will see many businesses popping up in the narthex. Our club houses have received their microloans and are using their money to start businesses to help the poor through Catholic Community Services Rice Bowl during the season of Lent.
LIST OF BUSINESSES AND SCHEDULE:
2nd weekend of Lent
- Popcorn by our Sunday 5th Graders
- Hot Chocolate by our Sunday 3rd Graders
3rd weekend of Lent
- Snow Cones by our 4th Graders
4th weekend of Lent
- Pretzels and Art Buttons by our Monday 1st and 2nd Graders
- Popcorn by our Monday 3rd Graders
5th weekend of Lent
- Chocolate Chip Muffins by our 1st Graders. FREE paper airplane with purchase.
Palm Sunday weekend
- Candles by our Sunday 2nd Graders
- Holy Cupcakes by our Monday 5th Graders
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FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT
Saturday, March 2 at 6:00pm in the Social Hall
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Bring your family and friends to SJV to watch Soul. There will be popcorn and candy. All donations support Catholic Relief Services Rice Bowl. | |
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There will be a parish-wide retreat on Saturday, March 16 starting with Mass at 9:00am. You are requested to join us for the retreat and lunch and then stay for a short meeting in your ministry. Please reserve the date.
Also, the Liturgical Ministers will be the first group to start using our new Parishioner Relationship System called ParishStaq. As soon as possible, please log into the system using this link: pushpay.com. The app will first show up as Community Church Builder with the Archdiocese of Seattle. Download it and then you will search for St. John Mary Vianney Catholic Church, Kirkland. From there, just follow the prompts. You should recognize the church logos used on our site as well as our parish pictures. Please see if you are showing the correct group membership (i.e. SJV Eucharistic Minister if you are one.) You are welcome to update your profile as well with correct email and cell phone information. We will be using this app for ministry scheduling, and it will be demonstrated at the retreat on March 16.
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YOUNG ADULTS LENTEN FAITH & BREW
Fridays during Lent
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During Lent, we attend Friday Stations of the Cross at 6:00pm and gather for Soup and Reflection after. We reserve a Young Adult table in the back of the Social Hall. | |
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RUMMIKUB
Tuesday, February 27 at 7:00pm in the Social Hall
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We meet on the fourth Tuesday of the month to 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! | |
Calling all moms, especially moms with infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and elementary school-aged children! Let's build a community surrounded by our shared Catholic values, our love of our children, and our knowledge and support of our shared experiences! Come to our next get together on Wednesday, February 28 at Moss Bay Hall! Please join the "SJV Moms Meetup" Facebook group to let us know if you’re going, and for updates about our monthly meetups. We hope you can make it! | |
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ANOINTING OF THE SICK
Friday, March 1 after 9:00am Adoration & Mass
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Anointing of the sick is available every first Friday of the month. Anointing of the Sick imparts consolation, peace, and strength and unites the sick person, in her/his precarious situation and her/his sufferings, with Christ in a profound way. Anyone is welcome to receive this healing sacrament. We hope you can experience this sacrament with us. | |
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GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP
Tuesday, March 5 at 7:00pm
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Open to all who are struggling with the loss of a loved one. Please join us the first Tuesday of each month. For our March 5 meeting, we will be walking a Stations of the Cross in the church. Please contact Dana for more information. | |
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SOCIAL JUSTICE COMMITTEE
Wednesday, March 6 at 7:00pm via Zoom
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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.
To learn more about the work of this committee, please visit sjvkirkland.org/outreach/#social-justice. All are welcome to join us at our next meeting. Please contact Susan for the link.
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SENIOR DINNER (55+)
Saturday, March 9 after the 5:00pm Mass in the Social Hall
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Calling all seniors, couples included! We now meet on the second Saturday of the month! 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 Tuesday, March 5 so we know how much food to prepare. | |
This information was presented in past newsletters. | |
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WHAT WILL HFK LOVE ABOUT SJV?
During this month of love, let us celebrate all the positive things at SJV! In the Narthex, you’ll find hearts to write the things Holy Family Kirkland will love about St. John Vianney. When you’re done, pin it to the board, so we can see how much love we have to share!
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SAVE THE DATE: FRIDAY, MAY 31
Get your “foresome” together for the 2024 DEL AND DARLEENE BROWN COMMEMORATIVE GOLF TOURNAMENT! Sign up
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FIRST RECONCILIATION/EUCHARIST PREPARATION HAS BEGUN
Children who have been baptized Catholic and are at or about the age of 7 and are ready to receive these two special Sacramental Gifts, please contact Laura Stanger and she will get you caught up! Our next session is scheduled for Friday, February 23 at 7:00pm or Saturday, February 24 at 10:00am.
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CONFIRMATION PREPARATION
Saturday, February 24 from 2:30-4:45pm, then 5:00pm Mass together.
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CATHOLIC KIDS' CATECHISM CLUB
Microloan businesses begin popping up in the narthex this weekend and throughout Lent to help the poor through Catholic Community Services Rice Bowl. New members and volunteers are welcome to CKCC any time. Learn more
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YOUTH GROUP
Sunday, February 25 from 5:00-6:30pm for a Spoons Tourney! New youth are always welcome! Learn more
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SJV VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
How can you best use your gifts?
Learn more
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LENTEN RETREAT WITH VALLIMAR JANSEN
Sunday, March 3 from 5:00-7:00pm at St. Madeleine Sophie
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MARRIAGE ENCOUNTER
April 12-14 at Warm Beach, Standwood
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