eNewsletter | February 16, 2021 |
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Those who are not comfortable attending Ash Wednesday Mass tomorrow are welcome to come to church and ask a staff member to give them ashes after the 9:00am Mass until 3:30pm.
Ash Wednesday is a day of abstinence and fasting.
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WHAT ARE THE PRACTICES OF LENT? |
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The penitential season of Lent begins tomorrow, a season in which God asks us to turn away from the bodily pleasures of the world and turn back to Him. We wear ashes, give alms, fast, give up meat, and other pleasures. Take a moment to listen to these helpful Lenten practices from Bishop Barron.
Each week you will receive a reflection from Bishop Barron on the season of Lent and its practices. We invite you to take the time to watch the short videos and reflect.
What's the hardest thing you've ever given up for Lent
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CATECHUMENS AND CANDIDATES |
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We give thanks and praise to God who has led these people by various paths to oneness in faith. Please pray for our Rite of Christian Initiation Catechumens and Candidates this Lent as they prepare for the Sacraments of Initiation at the Easter Vigil. |
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Yosan Namara (Catechumen)
I moved here from Indonesia back in 2010 for college, and that's when I met my wife Debbie. We started dating in the same year, and we finally got civilly married recently in December 2020.
Debbie was born and raised as a Catholic, so she wishes that we'll have a Catholic wedding ceremony in 2022. In addition to that, I personally believe that it's beneficial for both of us if we both share the same faith.
I'm looking forward to learn how Catholic teachings and values can help me grow as a better human being.
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Adrienne Reagan (Catechumen)
I graduated last year with an Interior Design degree from Washington State University. I'm currently living life during COVID and all that entails. I am a very outgoing person and love to be surrounded by people and joy. In my spare time, I like to be outside if I can and if it is raining or nasty outside I like to bake.
I want to join the Catholic Church because I go to mass with my fiancé's family. I have been able to follow along and do what is needed. I want to be able to do these actions and say these words and be able to understand them a little better. I want to also be on the same religious base as my fiancé and in the future to raise our kids under the Catholic faith. I feel personally being on the same religious base will make our relationship stronger.
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Janae Petrusha (Candidate)
I decided to take the step to become fully initiated into the Catholic Church because I saw the joy in my dad and sister's lives when they joined the church. I am seeking that same joy and peace on my own journey.
I am looking forward to learning more about Catholicism and becoming closer with Christ.
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Ajibola Oladapo (Adult Confirmation)
I am an attorney here in Seattle WA, I practice mostly in the areas of Family law, Family Immigration and Personal Injury. I love to cook, play the piano/keyboard and to travel. I am also very intuitive.
I am a cradle Catholic who veered off for a while and went Pentecostal. I am now fully ready to embrace my Catholic faith all over again. The Lord showed me a clear vision of the fact that the Catholic Church is a Bethel (a house of the Lord, where you can literally feel His divine presence).
I am looking to build up my faith, stand firm in it and maintain a constant connection to the divine presence of God almighty.
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Kerry Larson (Adult Confirmation)
I am currently a junior at the University of Washington studying chemical engineering. I have lived in Kirkland my whole life and am happy to have grown up here. I currently work at Juanita Firs 76 as a customer service employee. I have been with the local business for nearly four and half years. In my free time and during holiday breaks, I enjoy hiking, swimming, sailing, and walking my three dogs. I also like to bake, read lots of books, and spend time with my family.
The reasons I decided to take the step to be fully initiated into the Catholic Church is because I enjoy the community and listening to everyone’s experiences and the different teachings that the Church has to offer.
On my faith journey, I am looking forward to learning more of the teachings of the Church and God and establishing a relationship with the St. John Vianney community. I am excited to meet everyone!
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Stations of the Cross will be outside on the front lawn near the flag poles this year. You can pray the Stations of the Cross with Fr. Vu on Fridays during Lent after the 9:00am Mass. You can also come pray on your own during daylight hours. Various prayer guides will be available on our parish website, which you can access on your phone.
Thank You!
We are grateful for Don Bornhoeft and the High School Mission Trekkers for making our beautiful new outdoor Stations of the Cross! And thank you to everyone who participated in creating the prayer guides! God bless you all for sharing your time and talent.
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CATHOLIC HOME MISSIONS COLLECTION |
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This special collection will take place this weekend, February 20/21. Catholic Home Missions funds catechesis, seminarian education, lay ministry training, Hispanic ministry and other pastoral programs for those parishes facing hardships due to priest shortages, lack of funds or remote locations. Your support is greatly appreciated. More information and donation envelopes will be attached to this weekend's bulletins. |
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KIDS FAITH FORMATION
Sundays at 10:15am
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Kids are invited to join Zoom Children's Liturgy of the Word. Monthly faith formation packets are also available. Email Laura Stanger, LStanger@sjvkirkland.org, for more information.
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YOUTH GROUP
Sunday, February 21 from 5:00-6:45pm
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We will start with games and weave it with the Gospel. Email Maybeth, mterashima@sjvkirkland.org, for the Zoom information (which is the same for all virtual meetings).
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FIRST RECONCILIATION AND FIRST COMMUNION |
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We just received approval for in person classes for First Reconciliation and First Eucharist for kids Baptized in the Catholic Faith, who are at or about age 7. Sessions will be held during the Season of Lent and the Season of Easter. Parents will attend sessions with their children and sessions will be held in the Church. If you are interested in participating or have any questions please contact Laura Stanger at Lstanger@sjvkirkland.org. Click on the button below for more information.
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St. John Vianney and Eastside Deanery
CATHOLIC SPEAKER SERIES ON RACIAL EQUITY
Presents Eduardo Zavala Reyes
Sunday, February 28 at 1:00pm via Zoom
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Join us for our next speaker, Eduardo Zavala Reyes, the volunteer group coordinator for Esperanza International. He will speak to his experiences as a Latino man having lived on both sides of the US border. Use the button below, or contact Susan, sweaver@sjvkirkland.org, to register.
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ST. JOHN VIANNEY PRESCHOOL |
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Registration for the 2021/22 school year for current families and alumni is open!
Our brochure and registration form are available on the parish website. We are now scheduling tours for new families. Please contact Annette Schwientek, aschwientek@sjvkirkland.org or 425-305-9662, if you are interested. For more information visit our website - sjvkirkland.org/preschool.
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Do you need a little 'sunshine' in your life?
If so, Sonshine Ministry prepares and delivers no contact meals on a short term basis for those who are ill, recovering from surgery, elderly, or with a new baby.
Catch a ray of the 'SON' by calling the Parish Office at 425-823-0787.
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WEEKEND MASSES
Saturdays at 5:00pm
Sundays at 9:00am & 11:00am
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IF YOU HAVE NOT ATTENDED A MASS YET AND WOULD LIKE TO:
Please contact Joan Sullivan, jsullivan@sjvkirkland.org, or call the parish office by noon on Thursday. Please include the names of all those who will be attending with you.
IF YOU HAVE ALREADY ATTENDED A MASS:
You do not need to register each week. We will keep your household in our Mass assignment rotation. Safe capacity is limited so you may not be able to attend Mass every week. Keep a look out for confirmation emails sent late on Thursdays to see the next date and time you are assigned to a Mass. If you have not heard by Friday please email Joan.
We cannot take requests for dates or times.
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PRIVATE PRAYER IN THE CHAPEL
Monday-Friday from 8:30am-Noon
EUCHARISTIC ADORATION & MASS
Wednesday-Friday at 8:45am
No registration necessary. Please do the Self Health Assessment before coming, and sign in at the table in the narthex when you arrive.
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LIVE STREAM MASSES
Saturday Vigil at 5:00pm
Wednesday-Friday at 9:00am
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