Newsletter | March 29, 2022 |
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Why is showing up to Mass physically so important?
We experience the presence of Christ in community, through physical gathering in a church building, the "house of God," dedicated to worship. We come together to receive the sacraments, which are physical signs of God's grace. Assembled physically and in community, we experience the presence of Christ in a much more tangible way than virtually. Learn more at archseattle.org/Mass.
Pease join us at one of the following Masses:
Saturday at 5:00pm
Sunday at 9:00am
Sunday at 11:00am
Masks are no longer required in the Archdiocese of Seattle, but we continue to uphold other COVID-19 safety measures to continue to provide a safe space to worship for everyone. We understand that not everyone is comfortable without a mask at this time, and we also realize that not everyone wants to continue mask use. We welcome all people regardless of their mask preference and wish to provide a welcoming environment so that we may continue to carry out the mission of the Church. We appreciate all of our parishioners understanding both sides and respecting everyone’s choice in the body of Christ.
Please self-screen and stay home if you are not feeling well. Sick, vulnerable, at-risk, and otherwise concerned persons are encouraged to celebrate Mass with us via livestream.
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Please enjoy these pictures from recent events. Thank you to all who are able to come out and join us for worship and fellowship. Truly, your presence - showing up for each other - lifts us all up and enriches our souls.
Thank you also to all who continue to stay connected to us via livestream, social media, letters, phone calls, and donations. We appreciate your continued support. We think about you and pray for you, and cannot wait to see you here again.
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Be sure to look at the Prayer Quilt for Peace in the narthex created from your heartfelt thoughts and prayers.
To help the people of Ukraine, the USCCB is running a collection for the Church in Central and Eastern Europe. Please give generously to support those in need, and join us in praying for peace in Ukraine.
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PRAYER SERVICE FOR MARRIED COUPLES
Tomorrow, Wednesday, March 30 at 7:00pm in the Church
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Just like Jesus Christ will resurrect from death to life, our marriages may be in need of a resurrection. In the busyness of life, make a date night with your spouse to participate in a prayer service for your marriage. Take the opportunity this Lent to connect with each other through prayer.
Join us for one hour to focus on one another. Dialogue will only be between you and your spouse. Listen to a reflection by Deacon Eric Paige (Director of Marriage, Family Life, and Formation for the Archdiocese of Seattle), examine your conscience, write a letter to your spouse, and spend time in prayer TOGETHER.
When we pray, we are sharing the deepest part of ourselves with God. When a couple prays together, they share the deepest part of themselves with each other and God; they share the experience of God, who is LOVE!
Time for individual confession with Fr. Vu will be offered after the service for those attending.
Signup on the welcome table or by contacting the parish office. Please let us know if you need childcare during the prayer service.
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LET'S JOURNEY TOGETHER
Answering Pope Francis’ Call for a Synod of the Entire Church
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Thank you to all who took part in these listening sessions. They have been so fruitful in building community among those who participated, and in hearing what you appreciate about our local and universal church, and what you would like to see.
Zoom listening sessions for the Youth of our parish have been scheduled. Please contact the parish office to sign up.
- Wednesday, March 30 from 7:00-8:00pm
- Sunday, April 3 from 5:00-6:00pm
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WEDNESDAY MORNING FAITH SHARING GROUP
Wednesdays after Weekday Mass
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Our Wednesday Morning Faith Sharing Group has been given the OK to begin meeting again in Room 8 after weekday Mass. We hope all our past members will return and also look forward to new people finding our group. We meet for about an hour to discuss the readings for the following Sunday. We have several members who facilitate this meeting using the Sunday By Sunday leaflet to help us all understand more about what the readings mean for our everyday lives. Come and give us a try.
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STATIONS OF THE CROSS & SOUP SUPPERS
Fridays During Lent at 6:00pm
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Stations of the Cross will take place in the church. Instead of walking from station to station, we will sit in the pews as we do for Mass, and the stations will change on the Sanctuary. Livestream is also available.
Soup can be eaten in the social hall or take some on your way out. Soup supper donations will go to Catholic Relief Services Rice Bowl to support programs that prevent hunger and poverty around the world.
STATIONS OF THE CROSS LEADERS & SOUP SUPPER HOSTS
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April 1: Filipino Community
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April 8: Knights of Columbus
On Good Friday, April 15, Stations of the Cross will be at 3:00pm and led by Fr. Vu. There will be no soup supper that evening.
You are also welcome 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
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COMMUNAL RECONCILIATION SERVICE
This Saturday, April 2 at 11:00am
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Lent is a wonderful time to celebrate the reconciling love and healing graces our Lord offers us. Join your sisters and brothers in asking for forgiveness and healing during this important time of the year. After the communal reconciliation service, multiple priests will be available for individual confession.
The sacrament of reconciliation is also available every Saturday from 3:30-4:30pm, except for Holy Saturday.
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CKCC MICROLOAN BUSINESSES TO HELP SUPPORT RICE BOWL |
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Our Catholic Kids' Catechism Club kids are busy working on products for their businesses to raise money to help support the work of Catholic Relief Services through Operation Rice Bowl! Each group was given a microloan of $40 to purchase items to start their businesses. Please look for them after Mass, and support them and Rice Bowl.
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April 2-3: First Graders will be selling plant starters
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CHILDREN'S LITURGY OF THE WORD
Sundays during the 11:00am Mass
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No need to register. If your children are at the 11:00am Mass on Sunday, Father Vu will invite them up for a blessing and dismissal. Parents or grandparents are always welcome to join their children. We go downstairs to Room 6 and hear the Gospel reading then discuss, read stories, or do activities that related to the Gospel. Then we come back upstairs to join everyone at Mass. Please let Laura know if you want more information or have any questions, Lstanger@sjvkirkland.org.
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SJV HIKING CLUB RETURNS FOR SPRING
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Join us for our upcoming hike! Everyone is welcome! We will meet by the playground area near the parking lot. $10 or a Discover Pass is required to park. Email Susan, sweaver@sjvkirkland.org if you plan to attend or if you would like to carpool from SJV.
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The funeral for Brian McDermott, brother of parishioner Barry McDermott, will be on Monday, April 4. Into your hands, O Lord, we humbly entrust all our brothers and sisters who have passed away. Bid them eternal rest. |
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DISPLACED AFGHAN FAMILY ON FINN HILL NEEDS OUR HELP |
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Your support in helping this recently arrived refugee family continue to become integrated into our community is sincerely appreciated. Positive progress towards their resettlement has been made, although financial needs are significant as they continue to face trauma counseling, legal fees, and the looming costs of more permanent housing. If you are able to volunteer your time or would like more information, please contact Susan, sweaver@sjvkirkland.org. If you are able to assist financially, please go to the following link on our website, sjvkirkland.org/donate. Donations may also be dropped off at the SJV office, with “Afghan Family Relief” written in the memo line. All donations will be going directly to this family.
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PASTORAL COMMISSION MEMBERS NEEDED |
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We are looking for active Catholics in good standing to join the Pastoral Commission. The Pastoral Commission represents the larger parish community. Members are a consultative group for the Pastor. The Pastoral Commission meets monthly. If you are interested, please email the Pastoral Commission at johnvianneykirkland@gmail.com, or leave a message for the Pastoral Commission at the main office (425.823.0787).
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The Sonshine Ministry prepares meals on a short-term basis for parishioners who are ill, recovering from surgery, elderly, or with new babies. If you need help with meals, please consider a Sonshine “no contact” meal delivered with our love and prayers! Or if you would like to prepare an occasional meal for a fellow parishioner, Sonshine welcomes your help! Please call the parish office if interested. |
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Bring your rakes, pruners, brooms, wheelbarrows, and please join us on Saturday, April 9, to beautify our grounds for Easter. Come any time between 9:00am-12:00pm and work as long as you wish. |
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CATHOLIC KIDS' CATECHISM CLUB |
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No CKCC this weekend for spring break. See you April 10 and 11!
New members are welcome to join CKCC anytime. Preschool through kindergarteners meet on Sunday mornings during our 9:00am Mass. Our 1st-3rd graders meet on Sundays from 10:00-10:55am, and our 3rd-5th graders meet on Monday from 7:00-8:00pm. For more information about CKCC, please contact Laura, Lstanger@sjvkirkland.org or visit sjvkirkland.org/faith-formation/#catechism-club.
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Join our faith community—and more than 12,000 Catholic communities across the United States—in a transformative Lenten journey with CRS Rice Bowl. If you haven't yet, pick up your family’s CRS Rice Bowl from in the narthex. During Lent, help our sisters and brothers impacted by global hunger with your almsgiving, and by supporting our parish's CRS Rice Bowl fundraising events - Soup Supper and CKCC Microloan Businesses. Visit crsricebowl.org to learn more.
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The days of Lent are the final Period of Purification and Enlightenment leading up to the Easter Vigil. Lent is a period of preparation marked by prayer, study, and spiritual direction for the Elect, and prayers for them by the parish community. We invite you to send notes or cards to our Elect - Alexandra Campos, Lejla Salazar, and Charlie Salazar - telling of your prayerful support. Notes and cards can be dropped off at the parish office or mailed before Easter Vigil to:
Attention: RCIA
St. John Vianney
12600 84th Ave NE
Kirkland, WA 98034
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LETTER TO THE HEBREWS BIBLE STUDY
Tuesdays from 6:30-8:00pm, Starting April 19
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The letter to the Hebrews is perhaps the most theologically cohesive work of the New Testament. Written by a Jewish Christian who aimed to dissuade other Jewish Christians from abandoning Christ and returning to Judaism, it focuses on the person of Christ and on the relationship between the Old and the New Covenants. Classes will be held online using Zoom videoconferencing software. The class will use a text, Hebrews, by Mary Healy; it’s cost is $17.29. You can register by calling the church office at 425-823-0787 or by signing up at the welcome table in the narthex. Please indicate whether you want us to order a copy of the text for you.
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CARE FOR CREATION: STYROFOAM RECYCLING EVENT
Saturday, April 23 from 9:00am-1:00pm
Sunday, April 24 from 12:00-3:00pm
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Celebrate Earth Day by recycling your Styrofoam products and keeping them out of the landfill. All material must be clean, dry, and free from any tape or labels. Look for the #6 or EPS inside the recycle symbol. Volunteers needed! Please contact Susan, sweaver@sjvkirkland.org to help or for more information.
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BELONGINGNESS AND THE CHURCH
Wednesday, May 18 at 6:00pm via Zoom
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In this workshop we will explore some of the research and science on separation, why it occurs, and how to use empathy and perspective taking approaches to build a culture of inclusion and belongingness within our parish community. The workshop will be facilitated by SJV parishioner, Andy Parks, Kuolt Professor of Business and DEI Faculty Fellow at Central Washington University. Contact Susan, sweaver@sjvkirkland.org, to register.
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ADULT ESPERANZA MISSION TREK TO MEXICO
May 21-28, 2022
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All adults are welcome to join us as we journey to Tijuana to build houses with our brothers and sisters across the border. Please contact Susan, sweaver@sjvkirkland.org, if you are interested in joining or for more information.
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JERUSALEM MARKETPLACE VACATION BIBLE CAMP
June 27-30
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We will travel back in time to the days when Jesus walked the earth. We will eat food from the time period and interact with tax collectors and marketplace vendors. Registration forms will be available on the first of April. Space is limited so be sure to sign up early! |
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MEN'S AND WOMEN'S RETREATS |
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You are invited to the Hood Canal for one of our annual retreats. Be sure to add these dates to your summer calendar. You won’t want to miss it! Registrations forms will be available at the beginning of summer.
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Men’s Retreat: July 15-17
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Women’s Retreat: July 22-24
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PARISH GOLF TOURNAMENT
Friday, September 2, 2022
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Bring your favorite golf partners, family members, or friends and join us for a fun-filled morning before heading off on your Labor Day weekend plans. Father/son, Mother/daughter bonding was never so fun! Owe someone at work a round, bring them! |
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PARISH GALA DINNER & AUCTION
Saturday, November 5, 2022
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Channel your inner “Bond, James Bond” in your best suave or formal gear and join us to celebrate the next 50 years here at SJV. We will be having an intriguing time figuring out who “bought it” and “how much is that worth.” Our team of SJV house chefs will be back with some amazing food. Get involved in the planning by contacting avandewark@sjvkirkland.org. We are looking for creative tag lines for our theme – please email Ann at same email shown if you have some ideas. |
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How many times does James Bond get married in the movie series?
- Never
- Once
- Twelve times
See answer next week.
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MEXICO CITY & OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE PILGRIMAGE
Spiritual Director: Fr. Vu Tran
Group Leader: Grace Magbaleta
November 7-12, 2022
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Inside the Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe, Patroness of the Americas, you will see every national flag of the Americas, depicting Mary's love for all of the Western World. Her physical appearance foreshadows the growing exploration and explosion of Catholicism in the New World. Gazing at the image of Our Lady of Guadalupe on Juan Diego's tilma will bring tears to your eyes. Join us on this pilgrimage to see what is considered the holiest place in the Western Hemisphere. |
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50TH ANNIVERSARY HISTORY BOOK |
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We have received reports of both parishioners and parish staff receiving email messages claiming to be from their parish priest, or staff members requesting a favor. The sender requests the recipient to send gift cards or initiate wire transfers.
Recently, this has spread to text messaging. If a fraudulent text message is received, the best recourse is to contact your cellular carrier (ATT, Verizon, T-Mobile, Sprint, etc.) for assistance. While reports to date have been related to emails and text messages, it is likely that this will spread to voice calls as well.
Recipients of these communications should never respond or send gift cards, wire transfers, etc. As always, when receiving unexpected communications requesting money, gift cards, or
information, we recommend following up via an alternative method (calling the parish, etc.) to confirm the authenticity of the request.
Your pastor(al leader), parish staff/volunteers, will NEVER ask you to give them a donation directly. The parish will only be collecting funds for:
- annual parish stewardship
- the Annual Catholic Appeal
- special collections that are publicized at Mass and in the bulletin
If you receive a request for a gift that appears to come from the parish, your pastor(al leader),
or parish staff/volunteers that isn’t for one of the above, you should ign
ore this request.
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