Newsletter | January 31, 2023 |
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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 CHARITY
There is a hidden danger in Sunday's Gospel. The depiction of disciples - you are the salt of the earth, you are the light of the world - can become too familiar. It can become too easy to congratulate ourselves for past good deeds that give glory to God. It is our task to let out light shine before others, not to describe it to them. Read the words of Isaiah, asking yourself how your light might rise in the darkness. Contemplate which needs of the world God is calling you to respond to. Are the needs something you can fulfill? Could you ask people in your life to help you? One gift of light is that it illuminates the path for others to follow. Spend time in silence, discerning what God may be asking you to do next.
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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ST. VINCENT DE PAUL MINISTRY |
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Thank you so much for your wonderful donations to our St Vincent de Paul Christmas Food Drive and Giving Tree this year, which brought holiday joy to families in need in our community. Through your generosity we were able to serve 77 families, with a total of 301 individuals. We distributed 245 large boxes of food, enough for several holiday meals per family, as well as more than $7,000 in gift cards ranging from $50 for small families up to $200 for a family of 10. We also distributed 16 PREPARES bags filled by parishioners with supplies for families with young children. All of your support is sincerely appreciated.
As we begin the new year and continue to respond to our neighbors’ calls for help, we are working to replenish the non-perishable food in our pantry. Items we need most throughout the year include: flour, sugar, box cereal, canned soup, pasta sauce, canned fruit, jelly, Rice a Roni, Stove Top stuffing, Cup O Noodles, oat, and rice. Any contributions you are able to make may be left in the SVDP box in the Narthex. We are so grateful for all of you.
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AFGHAN REFUGEE FAMILY ON FINN HILL |
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- Both Nabila and Shamila started 2023 with work in a light manufacturing company near their homes. They are collaborating with their two other sisters to assure child care is covered - no small issue with 11 children under 11 between them all! We are feeling grateful that they are all living close together in their apartment complex.
- The older children continue in the local public school which is doing a tremendous job supporting the needs of over 100 newly enrolled Afghan refugee children this school year.
- The babies are all taking steps/walking but continue to find crawling more efficient! They are socially interactive, babbling and starting to say words.
- Nabila’s I-730 was approved which means that her husband and young daughter are in line for reunification – this is incredible news but we don’t understand the timeline yet.
- We will be reaching out to our Congressional delegation for support with Shamila’s asylum application. Decisions are federally mandated to be made in 140 days and it’s been much longer than that.
- In the meantime, the danger of the Taliban is intensifying. Please pray for the safety of Shamila and Nabila’s husbands and Nabila’s daughter.
We sincerely appreciate your continued prayers for these families.
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The Funeral Mass for Jack White will be on Wednesday, February 1, 11:00am at St. Brendan in Bothell. There will be a Rosary prior at 10:00am, and a reception to follow the Funeral Mass.
The Funeral Mass for Hung Vu will be on Friday, February 3 at 11:00am at St. John Vianney.
The Memorial Service for Irene Vitulli will be on Saturday, February 11 at 11:00amam at St. Teresa of Calcutta in Woodinville.
Heavenly Father, we ask for your mercy and grace for them on their journey into eternal life. Please bring them into your loving arms and grant them peace and rest.
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Tax letters were mailed yesterday, January 30. If you haven't received your letter by Friday and need one for your taxes, please email avandewark@sjvkirkland.org.
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LUNCH MAKING FOR HOMELESS
This Thursday, February 2 at 10:00am in the Social Hall
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We meet every first Thursday of the month to make sack lunches for acold weather shelters in Snohomish County. All ages are welcome! This is a fun, easy, and fulfilling service opportunity for families.
You may donate fruit cups if you wish to add to this week's lunches. Thank you so much!
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WOMEN'S BOOK GROUP
Tuesday, February 7 at 7:00pm
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The first Tuesday of each month at 7:00pm our Women’s Book Group gathers with wine and chocolate to discuss a book that has been chosen by the group. Join any time! You do not need to read the book to come to book group. The February book is Sefl-Compassion by Kristin Neff. The March book is The Gift of Imperfection by Brene Brown. See you then!
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GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP
Tuesday, February 7 at 7:00pm in Room 8
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If you are grieving the loss of a child, please join us the first Tuesday of each month. For our next meeting we invite you to bring a photo of your loved one to share. Please contact Dana, 206-371-0803, for more information. |
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2023 GALA DINNER & AUCTION BRAINSTORMING SESSION
Wednesday, February 8 at 6:00pm in the Social Hall
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If you had fun at the auction, or you didn’t and have thoughts on how to make it better, or wish you could have attended, please join us! No commitment required, please come and share your ideas and enthusiasm.
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SOCIAL JUSTICE COMMITTEE
Wednesday, February 8 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.
All are welcome to join our Social Justice Committee to help plan upcoming events. Our next meeting will be Wednesday, February 8, at 7:00pm via Zoom. Please contact Susan, sweaver@sjvkirkland.org, for the meeting link.
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WORLD MARRIAGE DAY
Saturday, February 11
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We are honoring couples who have been married 50 years or more in 2023!
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You and your spouse are invited to process in with Father during the opening procession at the 5:00pm Mass on Saturday, February 11. Please arrive at 4:45pm.
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Please bring a wedding photo to display in the narthex for the month of February. (You can drop it by the office, email a copy to lstanger@sjvkirkland.org, or bring it the night of the event.)
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Fill out and return Words of Wisdom for 50+ years of wedded bliss, and return to the parish office or drop it in the collection basket at Mass.
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There will be a renewal of wedding vows for all married couples during Mass, and a short reception in your honor in the narthex following Mass.
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HIGH SCHOOL ESPERANZA MISSION TREK BAKE SALE
February 11 & 12 after all Masses
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Stop by to find your Super Bowl and Valentine treats and support our trekkers as they work their way to Tijuana. All donations are gratefully accepted. |
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PREPARES APPEAL
February 11-12
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PREgnancy and PAREnting Support is an initiative of the Washington State Bishops to provide a nurturing response and promise to mothers and fathers who have chosen life. A promise of support and care from pregnancy to their child’s fifth birthday. Regardless of religious beliefs, this parish-based program offers low-income families vital life affirming services. Statewide, PREPARES has supported thousands of families with one-on-one companionship and child essentials. To learn more, volunteer, or donate to the Bishops’ PREPARES Valentine Appeal visit www.preparesforlife.org.
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SENIOR DINNER (55+)
Saturday, February 18 after the 5:00 Mass
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We had a great turnout in January. Thank you to all who joined us for fun and laughter. Our next event will be an Italian dinner. Remember your 4 quarters for the Left, Right, Center dice game. Glen Rollman was the big winner last month. We are looking forward to seeing you all again. Price is &10/person (cash only please). To sign up, stop in or call the parish office by Tuesday, February 14 so we know how much food to prepare.
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CONFIRMATION PREPARATION
Saturday, February 4 from 2:30-4:45pm then Mass together. Check What's up for more information. Learn more
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FIRST RECONCILIATION/EUCHARIST PREPARATION
Classes begin Friday, February 24 or Saturday, February 25. Learn more
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ADULT ESPERANZA MISSION TREK - MAY 20-27
Informational meeting for all interested on February 26 at 12:00pm in the Social Hall. To join or for more info contact Susan, sweaver@sjvkirkland.org.
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CATHOLIC KIDS' CATECHISM CLUB
See you this weekend for Super Bowl Sundae training!
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YOUTH @ MASS
Join other youth after the Sunday 9:00am Mass for donuts in the Social Hall.
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RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION OF ADULTS
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This information was presented in past newsletters. |
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KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS CRAB FEST
Saturday, February 25 at 6:30pm. Tickets available after all weekend Masses
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WEAR YOUR FAITH
Visit the welcome table to get your gear.
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SJV VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
You are the church!
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CELEBRATE CATHOLIC SCHOOLS WEEK
January 28-February 4
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Catholic schools are always reaching higher in academics, faith, student leadership, and value in education. To find a Catholic school near you, visit mycatholicschool.org.
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Partners in the Gospel is a strategic pastoral planning effort taking place across the Archdiocese of Seattle to re-invigorate and renew our local Catholic Church. Today we face many realities that impact parish life and make it difficult to fully live out our mission. This archdiocesan-wide renewal effort, led by the Holy Spirit and grounded in prayer, will help us better support vibrant, sustainable, mission-focused parish communities across the entire Archdiocese of Seattle. To learn more about Partners in the Gospel, please visit archseattle.org/Partners.
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