eNewsletter | March 23, 2021 |
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Pain. It is a feeling that everyone knows. We have all experienced it differently to varying degrees and at different points in our lives. It’s not something you can escape. Why is it that the Church focuses on a man in the most excruciating pain possible?
Bring to mind this image of a man on a cross and let’s reflect on this image with Bishop Barron: What was a time when you experienced something good that came out of a painful moment?
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SPRING GARDEN(ING) PARTY
This Saturday, March 27 starting at 9:00am
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Bring your rakes, pruners, brooms and wheelbarrows, and help beautify our grounds for Easter. Come any time after 9:00am and work as long as you wish. |
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It is with much sadness that we share with you the news that our beloved Joan Sullivan is taking on a new assignment at St. Joseph school in Issaquah. Her last day with us will be Sunday, April 11. It was a blessing to have her help us in the last few years with the annual SJV auction, Mass scheduling during the pandemic, and helping us to promote the Called to Serve as Christ Campaign and the Stewardship Campaign. Even though her time here was very short, she has helped us accomplished so much. We are grateful to God for her and we wish her well in her new assignment. |
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PLEASE PRAY FOR OUR ELECT |
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We invite you to send notes or cards telling our Elect of your prayerful support. Notes and cards can be dropped off at the parish office or mailed before Easter to:
Attention: RCIA
St. John Vianney
12600 84th Ave NE
Kirkland, WA 98034
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Yosan Namara
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
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
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
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
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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REGISTER FOR HOLY WEEK MASSES |
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We are getting very close to maxing out our capacity on Holy Thursday and Good Friday, so please let us know if you are interested in attending so we can plan accordingly. If you wait too long we may not be able to accommodate you.
Our Easter Masses still have space available, but it is very helpful to know numbers as soon as possible.
Palm Sunday of the Lord’s Passion Masses
Saturday, March 27th at 5:00pm*
Sunday, March 28th at 9:00am and 11:00am
Holy Thursday - Mass of the Lord’s Supper
Thursday, April 1st at 7:00pm*
(No 8:45am Eucharistic Adoration & Mass)
Good Friday - Mass of the Presanctified
Friday, April 2nd at 7:00pm*
(No 8:45am Eucharistic Adoration & Mass)
Holy Saturday - Easter Vigil Mass
Saturday, April 3rd at 8:00pm*
(No 5:00pm Mass)
Easter Sunday - Mass of the Resurrection of the Lord
Sunday, April 4th at 9:00am* and 11:00am
Every person 14 years or older must abstain from meat on Good Friday, and all Fridays of Lent.
Every person between the age of 18 and 59 must fast on Good Friday. When fasting, a person is permitted to eat one full meal, as well as two smaller meals that together are not equal to a full meal.
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STATIONS OF THE CROSS
Fridays after 9:00am Mass
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Stations of the Cross is 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 worship aids read by our parishioners are available on our parish website, which you can access on your phone.
On Good Friday, you can pray the Stations of the Cross with Fr. Vu after the Chaplet of Divine Mercy at 3:00pm.
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CHAPLET OF DIVINE MERCY
Fridays at 3:00pm
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Lent is a time for us to examine our lives and reorient our hearts, minds, and souls to the Mercy and Love of Christ. Whether it has been a month, a year, or a decade since your last confession, you are welcome here at our parish.
During Lent, reconciliation is available every Sunday from 12:00-1:00pm, or by appointment. The Reconciliation Room is next to our Adoration Chapel.
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KIDS FAITH FORMATION
Sundays from 10:15-10:45am
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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
Sundays from 5:00-6:45pm
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March 28, we will have a virtual Prayer Night for Palm Sunday where we will experience a couple of different prayer styles and see which one speaks to you the most. Email Maybeth, mterashima@sjvkirkland.org, for the Zoom information (which is the same for all virtual meetings).
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CCS COURTYARD RENEWAL PROJECT |
On February 23, a client came to the offices of Catholic Community Services (CCS) and threatened the life of a staff member before taking his own life in the building's courtyard. The people of the Archdiocese of Seattle join CCS in mourning the tragedy of the life lost during this event. As a sign of support and love, the Catholic parishes of King County are organizing a courtyard renewal project where the incident occurred. The courtyard is a space of peace and celebration for CCS. We are collecting funds to provide landscaping and art (including adding a potential water feature and a memorial rock with scripture). Any additional funds will be used on safety improvements. Above all, we ask for your prayers for the deceased, his family, and the CCS community during this time. Financial contributions can be made online using the button below or made out to Catholic Community Services, Attn: Courtyard Renewal Project. For more information, please contact Andrea Liggett, Holy Family Kirkland, 425-822-0295, ext. 110. |
Help CCS create a courtyard of peace and love.
Paint inspirational rocks for the CCS Courtyard Renewal Project and drop them off at St. John Vianney by March 26.
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COVID VACCINE ACCESS NUMBER |
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This appointment number is only serving those currently eligible. |
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MASTER GARDENERS DEMONSTRATION GARDEN |
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You may have noticed a new shed by the NW gravel parking lot. We have entered into an agreement with the WSU Master Gardeners to host a Demonstration Garden in the grass area on the North of the front gravel parking area next to the shed. This shed is their property and will be used to house their tools and supplies. We are excited to see this “grow” over the next few years and make good use of our spare grounds. Not only will they be growing different garden varieties that can be used by food banks and local needs, but they will also be giving classes related to sustainable indigenous plants. These classes will be open to the public and we encourage everyone to take advantage of them. You will see different people scurrying about from time to time so feel free to go talk to them and find out even more. |
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The Marriage in Christ program has been changing lives for 11 years by helping couples make the Lord the center of their married life. Parishes across the country have offered this program to couples in a group setting but a new “at-home” program has been developed and is now available.
The new Marriage in Christ At Home Seminar is a 5-week couple’s experience that consists of streaming videos, downloadable activity packets, and easy instructions to help couples pray, talk, and act together. The cost for this program is normally $40, but for a limited time, Communication Center is offering it to you to give to anyone in our parish for FREE!
Details about the program can be found at www.marriageinchrist.com. To take advantage of this offer, couples simply need to register on the website before March 31, 2021.
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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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