Newsletter | May 14, 2024 | |
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Saturday at 5:00pm
Sunday at 9:00am
Sunday at 11:00am
Remember to wear red!
READINGS FOR PENTECOST
PRACTICE OF FAITH
Come, Holy Spirit, come! Today we hear about the movement of the Holy Spirit in Jesus' community. In Acts, Luke paints a picture of an intense gathering. Jesus' followers are gathered in one place, likely still working to understand the death and resurrection of their dear friend and teacher. Despite their confusion, they understand what is told of God's mighty acts. As we imagine ourselves among them, we are called to be amazed and transformed by the movements of Holy Spirit in our everyday lives.
- What "works of the flesh" (Galatians 5:19) are keeping you from following the Spirit, from proclaiming the mighty acts of God?
- Read the responsorial psalm a few times. What stands out for you? Carry that with you throughout the day to call the Spirit to mind. At the end of your day, reflect on how recalling that word or phrase helped you "live in the Spirit" (Galatians 5:25).
We are doing our best to continue to provide a safe space to worship for everyone. Click here to see current COVID safety measures.
Live Stream Mass is during the Sunday 9:00am Mass.
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PENTECOST
This Weekend, May 18-19
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The "birth day" of the Catholic Church is coming up! Wear red to Mass this weekend to remind us of the outpouring of the Holy Spirit on the apostles. | |
THE ANNUAL CATHOLIC APPEAL DIRECTLY SUPPORTS PARISH STAFF AND OUR PASTOR | |
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If you have not made your donation, please prayerfully consider your gift to the 2024 Annual Catholic Appeal. In addition to the ministries that support those in need, the Annual Catholic Appeal also directly supports the staff of SJV and Fr. Vu on a daily basis.
The Archdiocese of Seattle offers a range of centralized services, all to save on costs for parishes and to alleviate administrative burdens. These services include human resources, parish financial services, property and construction, liturgy guidance, and more! With your support, we can simplify workloads, improve communication, and elevate evangelization efforts across Western Washington.
Thank you to the many of you who have already made your gift. At this time, we have heard from 91 families, about 11% of our parish. If you have not yet made your gift, use the button below to give today.
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Congratulations to our 17 youth who were confirmed by Bishop Eusebio last Wednesday. We are here for you with our support and prayers. May the faith that brought you to your Confirmation continue to grow! | |
GIFT BAG DRIVE FOR UNHOUSED MOMS | |
The items you've donated will be brought to Sophia Way Homeless Shelter tomorrow and gifted to the women there to help them feel cared for. Thank you for your generosity! | |
Please pray for our adult trekkers who will be in Tijuana from May 18-25. Lord, you have called them to this purpose this week. May they share the hope and love of Christ to the people they are serving. | |
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2024 DEL & DARLEENE BROWN COMMEMORATIVE GOLF TOURNAMENT
Friday, May 31 at 8:30am - Legion Memorial Golf Course, Everett
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We need about 10 more golfers! Let's make Fr. Vu's last SJV Golf Tournament as our Pastor unforgettable. Invite your family and friends to be a part of this special morning. Get your “foresome” together for an awesome time - games, prizes, comradery, and fun included! $150/player includes lunch. Proceeds support programs and outreach at SJV. Use the button below to sign up now!
Consider sponsoring the Golf Tournament. The Catholic community is eager to support Catholic backed businesses. Organizations that sponsor receive name and logo recognition.
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When all of us work together, Mother Earth comes out on top! Thank you for wasting less. We've collected 9 bags of plastic film - 9 bags saved from the landfill to keep our oceans clean and build a brighter future.
Our free plastic film collection through Ridwell has ended. If you’d like SJV Preschool/Parish to earn free plastic film pick up during the 24/25 school year, we need at least 7 more families to sign up for Ridwell before May 31. If you sign up, Ridwell will pick up hard-to-recycle items like single-use plastics and everyday items your curbside recycling service can’t accept right from your home. Please check out http://get.ridwell.com/SJV-Preschool to sign up, and for more details.
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PLEASE HELP US HELP OTHERS | |
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Our new garden by the north gravel lot is growing! We have planted two raised beds with vegetable starts, and Bruce Nguyen has made two additional beds to receive more vegetable starts soon. HopeLink has gladly agreed to take our, along with the preschool beds’, harvest for their free food distributions for those in need.
We are in need of more volunteers to water and weed the raised beds on a rotating basis. If you have some time to spare, please reach out to Kathleen, scastle113@gmail.com. Many hands make LIGHT work.
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FIRST HOLY COMMUNION
Saturday, May 25 at 5:00pm Mass and Sunday, May 26 at 11:00am Mass
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Many of our parish’s children will receive Jesus through the Eucharist for the first time during the Masses next weekend. We are excited to celebrate with them! Lord, as they receive your loving presence, may they know you love them very much. | |
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MEMORIAL DAY
Monday, May 27
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The church will be closed for the holiday as we remember those who courageously laid down their lives for the cause of freedom. | |
From Memorial Day to Labor Day, St. John Vianney will be open Monday - Friday from 8:30am - 3:30pm. | |
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AUCTION PLANNING MEETING
Today - Tuesday, May 14 at 5:30pm
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Thank you to Tara Grosso and Norma Estoy, who have volunteered to co-chair the auction! We are excited to see how you’ll share your gifts!
Come support them at the next planning meeting. All are invited!
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KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS
This Thursday, May 16 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 or click here. | |
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VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL PLANNING MEETING
This Sunday, May 19 after the 11:00am Mass
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Calling interested volunteers - adults and youth - come brainstorm ideas for the upcoming VBS!
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL: HOMETOWN NAZARETH
Tuesday, June 25 - Friday, June 28
This is an immersive Holy Land Adventure. We will travel back to Hometown Nazareth, where Jesus was a kid.
Due to Northshore schools' extended school year, our first day of Camp will begin in the EVENING from 3:45-7:00pm - the theme this day is Jesus had a family and we do too! Bring your family for dinner and dancing, and celebrate and learn about what life was like when Jesus was a kid!
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MOMS MEETUP
Wednesday, May 22 at 6:30pm - Q20 Public House (QFC Bar in Kirkland Urban)
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Calling all moms, especially moms with infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and elementary school-aged children! We’re a community built upon our shared Catholic values, our love for our children, and our knowledge and support of our shared experiences.
Let’s get together and manifest some spring sunshine! Come and grab a drink and/or food. Please join the "SJV Moms Meetup" Facebook group to RSVP and for updates about our monthly meetups. We hope you can make it!
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FR. VU'S THANK YOU CELEBRATION & DINNER
Sunday, May 26 at 4:00pm in the Social Hall (Memorial Day Weekend)
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One last week to get your RSVPs in! RSVP here by May 22.
If you can't make it to the dinner, there will be First Communion receptions after Masses that weekend, which will also be an opportunity to thank Fr. Vu for his service to SJV.
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This information was presented in past newsletters. | |
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GOODWIN GROUP TREK
All are welcome to join Ken & Mary Goodwin for their Esperanza, Int., trek to Tijuana, October 26 - November 2, 2024. Contact them at 425-466-4460 or goodwin.hp@gmail.com for more information.
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GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP
Open to all struggling with the loss of a loved one. Join us the first Tuesday of each month at 7:00pm. Please contact Dana for more information.
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SOCIAL JUSTICE COMMITTEE
All are welcome to our next meeting, Wednesday, June 12, 7:00pm via Zoom. Contact Susan for the link. Learn More
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Season 4 of the powerful Christian drama The Chosen is not yet available for streaming. Holy Family Kirkland will show episodes 1-4 on the big screen in the Social Hall (the building closest to the soccer field) on four consecutive Tuesdays: May 28 - June 18. One episode will be shown each week. This event is free, and is a GREAT opportunity to grow closer to Jesus! Free popcorn and drinks will be provided. All are welcome! | | | | |
