eNewsletter | March 16, 2021
LOVING AN ENEMY THIS LENT
Forgiveness. It can be such a hard thing to give and to receive. It can be easy to forgive the people we love, the people we are close to. But what about our enemies? That task can seem insurmountable. Then again, so is Christ’s cross. Let’s listen as Bishop Barron unpacks the cross of forgiving your enemy.

When was the last time you forgave someone who wronged you?
How did it go? Would you do it again?
REGISTER FOR HOLY WEEK MASSES
We are getting very close to maxing out our capacity on Holy Thursday and Good Friday, so please let us know as soon as possible 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 so that we can plan. 

Please register to attend any of the following Masses by emailing Joan, jsullivan@sjvkirkland.org.

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
 
*Asterisk indicates masses that will be available via live stream on the "St John Vianney Church" Facebook Page and "SJV Secretary" YouTube Channel.

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.
STATIONS OF THE CROSS
Fridays after 9:00am Mass
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 worship aids read by our parishioners are available on our parish website, which you can access on your phone.
CHAPLET OF DIVINE MERCY
Fridays at 3:00pm
The Chaplet of Divine Mercy is a popular devotion which was promoted by Saint Maria Faustina Kowolska, a polish nun. The words of the Chaplet of Divine Mercy were given to Saint Faustina in a vision which occurred in September of 1935. The primary focus of the Divine Mercy devotion is the merciful love of God and the desire to let that love and mercy flow through one's own heart towards those in need of it.

Join Fr. Vu in praying the Chaplet of the Divine Mercy on Fridays during Lent at 3:00pm in the Church or via live stream on the "St John Vianney Church" Facebook Page and "SJV Secretary" YouTube Channel.
RECONCILIATION
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.
KIDS FAITH FORMATION
Sundays from 10:15-10:45am
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.
YOUTH GROUP
Sundays from 5:00-6:45pm
March 21, we will have a Panic Room Night and weave it with the Gospel. Email Maybeth, mterashima@sjvkirkland.org, for the Zoom information (which is the same for all virtual meetings).
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.
CCS ROCK PROJECT
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.
OUTREACH OPPORTUNITY
Looking to add purpose and fulfillment to your life? Come and experience the joy of building community and homes with EsperanzaInt.Org in Tijuana Mexico, Oct 31 - Nov 6, 2021. All are welcome. Contact Kenny and Mary Goodwin at 425.466.4460 or goodwin.hp@gmail.com 
COVID VACCINE ACCESS NUMBER
Currently this appointment number is only serving those 65 and older.
SONSHINE MINISTRY
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.
ONLINE RETREAT
March 26-28 from 6:30-8:30pm
This is an inner healing retreat to encourage introspection and to open hearts to experience the love of God through a healing, cleansing, and sanctifying experience. The retreat will nourish you to look up to Him with renewed faith and a refreshed spirit.
WEEKEND MASSES
Saturdays at 5:00pm
Sundays at 9:00am & 11:00am
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. 

If anyone would like to volunteer to help with our Masses please contact Greg Leptich, gleptich@sjvkirkland.org.
WEEKDAY PRAYER SCHEDULE
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.
LIVE STREAM MASSES
Saturday Vigil at 5:00pm
Wednesday-Friday at 9:00am
Dispensation to attend Sunday Mass is still in effect. Vulnerable, at-risk and otherwise concerned persons are encouraged to celebrate Mass with us via live stream on our "St John Vianney Church" Facebook Page or "SJV Secretary" YouTube Channel.
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