Newsletter | October 11, 2022 |
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TWENTY-NINTH 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 FAITH
Jesus instructs the disciples to pray always. If we want to draw closer to God, we must persist in prayer. Look back at how you have prayed over the years. What are high points in your prayer life? What are the low points? What was happening in your life at those time? How might your prayer need to change now?
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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HS MISSION TREK BAKE SALE |
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Thank you for helping us earn our way to Tijuana! |
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TRUNK OR TREAT
Friday, October 28 from 6:00-7:00pm
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If you would like to participate or help with this fun event you can:
- donate candy with no nuts in the candy box in the narthex.
- decorate your car and give out candy. Registration forms are on the welcome table.
- bring your family, friends, and neighbors on the 28th!
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ALL SOULS DAY
Wednesday, November 2
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We will be remembering our dearly departed from the past year with a slideshow of their pictures. If you would like to participate, please send a picture of your departed loved one and her/his name to aklepper@sjvkirkland.org by Sunday, October 30.
You may also bring a photo of your deceased loved one from the past year to the parish office to be placed on a table by the baptismal font for the month of November. Please make sure the name of the person pictured, your name, and contact info, are on the back of the picture so we can get the photo back to you at the end of the month.
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We are a month away from our Gala Dinner and Auction!
Mark your calendars for Saturday, November 5 – join us for Mass prior at 4:00pm or come at 5:00pm to start Bidding and Bond-ing.
Invitations are coming. Raffle ticket sales have started. The Mystery Bowl that will be auctioned off is available to fill. AND you can purchase a seat for the dinner on our website, after Mass, or in the church office during the week. Dinner will be a Surf ‘N Turf plate and admission is $100/Secret Agent.
We are currently accepting items for the auction. Prime Day Early Access starts today. Please remember the auction as you are perusing the pages full of discounted items. If you do buy yourself a bargain – consider buying two – one for you and one for the auction. After all, if you like it, someone else is bound to also. Target and Overstock.com are having fabulous sales as well. Please also take a look at our Auction Wish List to see if there are items you can find deals on that you would simply like to donate. Thank you for considering the auction. Procurement forms are available on the Welcome Table.
(Also remember that you can support SJV every time you shop! Go to smile.amazon.com and select St John Mary Vianney before you begin shopping. Amazon will remember your selection and then every eligible purchase you make at smile.amazon.com will result in a donation. Your Prime Day shopping can support SJV in two ways!)
We will have a wine game again this year, but the liquor laws are different than 3 years ago. We cannot sell any alcohol at less than its market value. Therefore, we need to adhere to the following rules:
- Please donate your favorite $20.00 - $24.99 bottle of wine.
- The wine game will have a $25 price.
- Whichever bottle you end up with was someone at the parish’s favorite under $25 wine. It's an exciting way to try what may become your new and affordable favorite!
Another new rule is that prior to receiving our liquor license or any alcohol donations, we need to send a list to the State Liquor Board of who is donating the alcohol. In response to this new requirement, I am asking that you sign up with your name and contact number if you are thinking about donating any alcohol to the auction. I will be submitting that list on October 17 so that we can start receiving alcohol donations in time for the auction. Thank you for helping with this!
This year our Fund-a-Need will be an outdoor project – outside the new Doors of Heaven. As stated in last year’s Fund-a-Need information and then reiterated by the Archdiocese in their approval of the door project, we are looking at doing some re-landscaping and creating a walkway from the doors to a hardscaped gathering area near the eastern parking lot. This will involve moving at least two of the rhododendron bushes and relocating them as well as creating a pathway through the earthen berm. We plan some other hardscaped features possibly including lighting, seating, and a gathering area. We are hoping to raise $40,000 to plan and execute this project. Any money raised above the amount needed would go into our General Fund.
We would also love to have you join us in setting up for the gala, cleaning up for the gala, or if this is not your year to join us at the gala – please buy a raffle ticket or two, donate some items, or come work during the auction. Signups for auction volunteers are in the Narthex.
Thank you – we can’t wait to celebrate our SJV family together!
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FINAL Question: In “On Her Majesty’s Service,” What does Bond use to catch Blofeld?
Answer: A Bobsled. At the end of the movie, Bond chases Blofeld down a bobsled course while riding inside a bobsled. Blofeld doesn’t make it to the end of the course.
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The funeral for parishioner Robert Hill will be this Wednesday, October 12 at 11:00am in the Chapel.
The funeral for parishioner Don Bornhoeft will be this Thursday, October 13 at 11:00am. (There will be no morning Adoration & Mass that day.) If you can bring a salad or dessert for the reception, please contact avandewark@sjvkirkland.org. Please drop off any food in the social hall between 8:00-10:30am that day.
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SOCIAL JUSTICE COMMITTEE
This Wednesday, October 12 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 be a part of our Social Justice Committee. We meet the second Wednesday of each month at 7:00pm via Zoom. Please contact Susan, sweaver@sjvkirkland.org, for more information and our meeting link.
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FORMING CONSCIENCES FOR FAITHFUL CITIZENSHIP
This Thursday, October 13 from 6:30-8:30pm via Zoom
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SJV together with the Eastside Outreach Group present Mario Villanueva, Director of the Washington State Conference of Catholic Bishops. We will learn how Catholic Social Justice Teaching relates to politics as we discuss the USCCB's booklet, Forming Consciences for Faithful Citizenship. For a copy of the book or to sign up for the zoom link, contact, Susan, sweaver@sjvkirkland.org.
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YOUNG ADULTS
This Friday, October 14 at 7:00pm in the Rectory
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Faith & Brew with Father Vu invites you to join us in faith and fellowship. Bring a friend and come for fun, food, and good company. Our next gathering we'll celebrate Oktoberfest with brats, potato salad, apple crumble, vanilla ice cream, and Paulaner beer. Then we'll play the German Slap Game. RSVP to mterashima@sjvkirkland.org that day before Noon.
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ST. VINCENT DE PAUL CHRISTMAS FOOD BOX COLLECTION IS UNDERWAY! |
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The SJV St. Vincent de Paul society will be assembling and distributing food baskets again this year for families in great need. Last year we helped 72 families, distributing over 300 boxes of food! Of course, we would not be able to do this without your help. Over the next several months, we will be collecting non-perishable food items. When you do your own shopping, please consider purchasing some of the items on the food drive schedule for our pantry. Checks (payable to SJV St. Vincent de Paul) or cash donations are always welcome and may be dropped off in the parish office. Thank you for making stewardship a way of life.
Oct 15-16 Canned Fruit, Jam/Jelly, Peanut Butter, Canned Vegetables, Spaghetti Sauce, Pasta, Cake Mix, Frosting, Brownie Mixes, Pancake Mix, Syrup, Stove Top Stuffing Mix, Salt, Mayonnaise, Cooking Oil
Oct 22-23 Toilet Paper, Paper Towels, Kleenex, Breakfast Cereals, Canned Soup, Mayonnaise, Canned Stew, Spam, Baked Beans, Rice & Rice Products, Baked Beans, 4LB Sugar, Cooking Oil, Peanut Butter, Jam/Jelly, Cake Mix, Frosting
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FALL CLEANUP
This Saturday, October 15 from 9:00am - Noon
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Our big Fall Cleanup is coming up! Be sure to get it on your calendar. Help in preparing our beautiful gardens for a long winter. We need lots of volunteers, young, old, and in between. There is plenty to do for everyone so bring your gloves and tools if you have them. If you can’t make that date but still want to help, the dumpster will be here for a week before and after that date and Greg will gladly help you find something to do! |
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THE LITTLE WAY OF MARRIAGE
This Saturday, October 15 after the 5:00pm Mass
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St. Therese became one of the greatest saints by learning to do little things with great love. St. Therese Teaches us:
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how to be other-centered
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how to trust in God
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how little actions done for others with great love can transform our lives (and the world!)
The Little Way of Marriage takes these powerful spiritual truths from St. Therese and shows you how to apply them to your Catholic marriage.
With the realities and responsibilities of daily life, raising kids, balancing work and home, you look up and realize the connection you enjoy is not always there. There is a longing for deeper connection in all marriages. No matter where you are in your marriage, here’s the good news we want to share with you - Doing little things with great love can open your marriage to the transformative power of God’s grace.
Please join us for this presentation by Dr. Sarah and Nathan Bartel, brought to you by the SJV Cana Commission
Free childcare is available. Email Lstanger@sjvkirkland.org to reserve a spot for your child.
Sarah Bartel holds a Ph.D. in Theology from the Catholic University of America. She wrote her dissertation on the family life of St. Therese and her Parents, Sts. Louis and Zelie Martin. Nathan earned an M.A. in Catholic Philosophy from the Catholic University of America, where he focused on virtue ethics and wrote his thesis on “the Productive Household.” Together, they have served in marriage preparation and marriage enrichment ministry in our parish and diocese for over 10 years. We have also been speakers, columnists, and radio hosts along with raising their 5 children!
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Just a reminder that we will not be doing our regular dinner this month. Instead, we will be attending the Knights of Columbus Oktoberfest on Saturday, October 22 after the 5:00pm Mass. Our next scheduled event will be Saturday, November 19. More information to come. |
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CATHOLIC KIDS' CATECHISM CLUB |
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We offer sessions for 3yrs - kindergarteners during the 9:00am Mass. Parents drop their children off in Room #6 where we learn about the Mass. Then the children move into the preschool classroom with Ms. Lindy, our catechist, where they hear the Sunday Gospel and have an opportunity to do related crafts, play, and enjoy a snack.
We welcome our 1st through 5th graders to our mad-capped fun on Sundays from 9:55-10:55am OR on Mondays from 7:00-8:00pm in Room #6. Registration forms are available at the welcome table and on our parish website.
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YOUTH @ MASS
Every Sunday 9:00am Mass then Donuts
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Join a group of youth who are attending Mass together. We will sit in reserved pews in the back youth area, then enjoy donuts in the Social Hall. |
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YOUTH GROUP
This Sunday, October 16 from 5:00-6:30pm
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Join us for Throw Throw burrito night. Looking forward to seeing everyone! Registration form
Our Youth Group program is all about fun, friendships, and faith. We welcome all youth so bring a friend! Youth group is for 6th-12th graders and we break up into age-appropriate groups. Email Maybeth, mterashima@sjvkirkland.org to sign up for our weekly What’s Up to stay informed.
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KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS
Thursday, October 20 at 7:00pm
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Membership in the Knights of Columbus is open to males 18 years of age or older who are practicing Catholics. Meetings are every third Thursday of the month at 7:00pm. For more information contact the Grand Knight, Brad Lund, bradelund@comcast.net. |
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SAFE ENVIRONMENT
Thursday, October 20 at 7:00pm
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In order to volunteer at our Parish, the Archdiocese of Seattle requires all clergy, employees, and volunteers who have ongoing, unsupervised contact with minors or vulnerable adults to take part in the Safe Environment program in three ways:
- Successfully undergo a criminal background check every three years.
- Complete the Protecting God’s Children course within 30 days of beginning service.
- Read and sign the Archdiocesan policies of conduct.
Laura will be giving the Protecting God’s Children course on Thursday, October 20 at 7:00pm. You can sign up and complete these requirements at virtusonline.org. Please contact the parish office if you need help with this. Thank you so much for volunteering your time to help SJV.
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CONFIRMATION PREPARATION
Saturday, October 22 from 2:30-4:45pm, then 5:00pm Mass
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Session #2 is coming up. See the What’s up for more information or email mterashima@sjvkirkland.org.
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KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS OKTOBERFEST
Saturday, October 22 after the 5:00pm Mass
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After three years, this renowned celebration hosted by our Knights is back, with homemade sausage, schnitzel, and all the accompaniments to make for a filling German meal, even dessert! Tickets for dinner and festive entertainment are being sold in the narthex after the weekend Masses. Proceeds will go to the charities that the Knights support. |
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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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Join Fr. Vu on this pilgrimage to see what is considered the holiest place in the Western Hemisphere.
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This information was presented in past newsletters. |
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WOMEN'S BOOK GROUP
Tuesday, November 1 at 6:00pm (Time change due to All Saints' Day Mass)
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This information was presented in past newsletters. |
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PREPARES
October is Respect Life Month. Please fill a blue bag from the Narthex to provide needed supplies to a family with young children Learn more
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SJV ST. VINCENT DE PAUL NEEDS YOUR HELP
Calls are increasing from neighbors in need and the organization's funds are quickly running low. Learn more and donate
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SJV VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
You are the church!
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AFGHAN REFUGEE FAMILY ON FINN HILL
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HURRICANE IAN SPECIAL COLLECTION |
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"To respond as a unified Church, I suggest we take up a voluntary special collection for the humanitarian, long- term recovery, and significant Church needs arising from Hurricane Ian."
- Archbishop Jose Gomez’s letter
Thank you for your generosity.
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AMERICA NEEDS FATIMA
Saturday, October 15 at Noon
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In 2007, America Needs Fatima started the October Rosary Rally Campaign asking people to pray a rosary for America in a public place at noon on the Saturday in October closest to October 13th, when Our Lady performed the miracle of the sun. There is a group that will be praying the Rosary on the corner of 116th Ave NE and NE 128th St. in Kirkland. Look for the banner of Our Lady of Fatima if you want to join them. Parking is available at the Kingsgate Park & Ride. Learn more
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