Newsletter | April 5, 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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Palm Sunday is this weekend, and we begin to anticipate the joys Easter will bring. Do you have the same exuberance for your Lenten promises as at the beginning of Lent? You still have time to gain the graces and virtues offered in this Lenten season. The goal is in sight. Do not give up. The real work of our redemptions happens in the coming week.
The Paschal Triduum bridges the seasons of Lent to Easter. It is the three-day celebration of the Paschal Mystery, the Passion, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. Please join us for the liturgies on these days, which speak to us powerfully of God's love and mercy.
HOLY THURSDAY
"Jesus gives himself to us as food and in the washing of feet, teaches us the need to serve others."
GOOD FRIDAY
"In the mystery of Christ's death on the cross, we contemplate that undying divine love which embraces all mankind and summons us in turn to love one another in the power of the Spirit."
HOLY SATURDAY
"The day of God's silence - invites us not only to solidarity with all who are abandoned and alone, but also to trust in that faithful love which turns death into life."
Source: Pope Francis, General Audience, March 23, 2016
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WOMEN'S BOOK GROUP
Tonight, Tuesday, April 5 at 7:00pm
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The first Tuesday of each month, our Women’s Book Group gathers with wine and chocolate to discuss a book that has been chosen by the group. You do not need to read the book to come to book group. The April Book is All Adults Here by Emma Straub, and the May Book is Anam Cara by John O'Donohue.
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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.
This is our last Lenten Soup Supper of the year. Soup can be eaten in the social hall or taken 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 8: Knights of Columbus
On Good Friday, April 15, Stations of the Cross will be led by Fr. Vu at 3:00pm, followed by the Divine Mercy Chaplet. 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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SPRING GARDEN(ING) PARTY
Saturday, April 9 from 8:00am-12:00pm
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Bring your rakes, pruners, brooms, wheelbarrows, and please join us for a fun time beautifying our grounds for Easter. Come any time between 9:00am-12:00pm and work as long as you wish. |
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PARISH NURSERY
Sundays during the 9:00am and 11:00am Masses
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The parish nursery is free and staffed during the 9:00am and 11:00am Masses. You can find the nursery at the bottom of the stairs. The sound system from the church is pumped into the nursery. If you would like to stay downstairs with your child, you may, and you can still hear what is going on in the liturgy. The nursery is recommended for children 1-4 years old. Please let Laura know if you want more information or have any questions, Lstanger@sjvkirkland.org.
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CATHOLIC KIDS' CATECHISM CLUB |
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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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We are able to have funeral receptions again. You can help those in our community who are grieving, celebrate the life of their loved one. If you are okay with us calling you to see if you are able to provide a salad or dessert for an upcoming funeral reception, please leave your name and contact information with the parish office. |
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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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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 flowers that will decorate our sanctuary this Easter were generously donated by: |
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Peggy Arians
Victor & Ann Bahna
Paul Byrum
Vic & Krizty Dalusag
Patricia Dela Cruz
Gloria Basilio
In memory of:
Geraldine Basilio
Jose Basilio
Marianito Basilio
Beata Siazon
Imelda Siazon
Pedro Siazon
Ellen Dashiell
In memory of:
Heinrich Rudolph
Josefina Rudolph
Eleonora Veith
VIcky Hay
In memory of:
Lourdes
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Tony & Rose Frandanisa
Fred & Virginia Gessner
George Gillespie
Ralph & Connie Lambert
SImon & Chris Lee
Armando & Lulu De Leon
In memory of:
Mr. & Mrs. De Leon
Adong De Leon
Baby De Leon
Kuya De Leon
Mr. & Mrs. Ocampo Jr.
Mr. & Mrs. Ocampo Sr.
Cita Ocampo
Leleng Ocampo
Lydia Ocampo
Mila Ocampo
Engracio Torres
Maria Torres
Friends & Relatives
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Bernice McElhoe
Ajibola Oladapo
Richard & Aimee Ow
Colin & Leoni Radford
Susan Rhode
Roberta Hatfield
In memory of:
Ed Deane
Eileen Deane
Patricia Taylor
Margaret White
Robert White
Gary & Christine Irvine
In memory of:
Ray Guardiano
Felix Tamayao
Jackie Tamayao
Nicolasa Tamayao
Roger Tamayao
Lolita Ocsan
In memory of:
Alberto Ocsan
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Greg & Shannon Seiler
Randy & Maybeth Terashima
Fr. Vu Tran
Theresa Wilson
Dave & Michelle Woodrell
Bill & Tina Lamb
In memory of:
Al Harig
Carol Harig
Jude Lamb
Pat Patterson
Mimi Ruddy
Pat Ruddy
Jenifer Sanislo
Jerry & Harriet Sramek
In memory of:
Don Ball & Family
Lee Ball
Trudie Ball
Jim Sramek
Kate Sramek
Rick Sramek
Tim Sramek
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Thank you to Connie DuPuis for generously sharing her time and talent to grace our sanctuary with blooms this Easter and throughout the liturgical year.
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EASTER BASKET BLESSING
Holy Saturday, April 16 at 12:00pm
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In many Eastern European countries, it is a tradition to have a basket of food blessed for Holy Saturday or Easter Sunday meals. It is a practice dating back to the 15th century, and one which is still maintained by most families in Easter Europe.
All families are invited to bring Easter baskets to church on Holy Saturday at 12:00pm for a blessing. The baskets can contain food and drink that will be enjoyed at your Easter meal, for example: ham, sausage, decorated eggs, bread, etc.
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Lejla and Charlie
(Elect)
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PRAY FOR OUR ELECT AND CANDIDATE |
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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 those who will be fully initiated into the Catholic Church. We invite you to send notes or cards to our Elect and Candidate, telling of your prayerful support. Cards are available in the narthex, or you can bring in your own before Easter Vigil.
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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 sign up at the Welcome Table in the Narthex or contact Susan, sweaver@sjvkirkland.org.
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Infant Baptism is celebrated on the first Sunday of each month. If you would like to have your child baptized, please contact Laura, Lstanger@sjvkirkland.org, to get the online class materials and register for the Baptism session.
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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
Monday, June 27 – Thursday, June 30 from 9:30am-12:30pm
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This four-day camp for kids ages 5 to those entering 5th grade in the fall, will allow them to travel back in time where we will see, hear, touch, and even taste what it was like to live in Bible Times! You will experience authentic marketplace shops, become students of Synagogue School, take part in games, dance, sing and make new friends as you discover more about life when Jesus walked the earth. Registration forms are available online or at the parish welcome table. Volunteers are always needed. Youth helpers and Adult Volunteers are welcomed! Youth helpers can earn service hours and Adults who volunteer are able to have their children come for free if volunteering for all four days! Childcare is also available for children of volunteers if their little ones are too young for camp.
Camp fills up quickly, so please do not delay in getting your forms filled out and turned in. Contact Laura Stanger with questions at Lstanger@sjvkirkland.org.
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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
Answer: This is a bit of a trick question – James Bond was only actually married once. He married Teresa “Tracy” Draco aka Contessa Teresa di Vicenzo in “On Her Majesty’s Secret Service.” He played married to Kissy Suzuki in “You Only Live Twice” for a cover story.
New Question: Which Bond villain was central to both these movies?
Let’s hope he or she doesn’t show up to our Gala and Auction on November 5!
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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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CHRISM MASS
Thursday, April 7 at 7:00pm at St. James Cathedral
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Join Archbishop Etienne for the Chrism Mass and the blessing of the holy oils which will be used in the administration of the sacraments at Easter, and throughout the archdiocese for the year. These holy oils include oil of catechumens, the oil of the infirm, and holy chrism. The bishops and all the priests of the Archdiocese join in this Mass and renew their priestly promises during the liturgy. The deacons also participate. All are welcome to join us for this beautiful liturgy. |
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April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month |
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April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month. During this month, all people are invited to increase our awareness, to educate ourselves and our communities, and to seek healing for those who have been so tragically impacted by the scourge of child abuse. As people of faith who respect the life and dignity of every human person, ensuring the safety of children is a God-given responsibility.
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