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St. Vincent de Paul Parish Easter Triduum Holy Thursday, April 17th 7: 30 pm Mass of the Lord s Supper (Childcare in the nursery 7:15 pm) Eucharistic Adoration until 11:00 am Good

pm Easter Vigil (No childcare) Followed by a Reception for the Newly Initiated Parish Hall Easter Sunday - April 20th Masses 8:00 am, 10:00 am, and 12:00 pm (No childcare) 7:30 pm

00 Weekly Overage As we prepare for Easter Sunday lets all remember that Easter brings a lot of our absent brother and sisters home.

1 St. Vincent de Paul Parish Easter Triduum Holy Thursday, April 17th 7: 30 pm Mass of the Lord s Supper (Childcare in the nursery 7:15 pm) Eucharistic Adoration until 11:00 am Good Friday, April 18th 9:00 am Morning Prayer 10:45 am Stations of the Cross (led by the children) 12:00 noon Rosary Church 3:00 pm Stations of the Cross Holy Saturday April 19th 9:00 pm Easter Vigil (No childcare) Followed by a Reception for the Newly Initiated Parish Hall Easter Sunday - April 20th Masses 8:00 am, 10:00 am, and 12:00 pm (No childcare) 7:30 pm Solemn Celebration of the Lord's Passion (Childcare in the Nursery) $27, Weekly amount needed for balanced budget $29, Amount collected last week $1, Weekly Overage As we prepare for Easter Sunday lets all remember that Easter brings a lot of our absent brother and sisters home. Let s welcome them with open arms by moving to the center of the pews to make more room, or even offering them our seats. It might be your friendly hello or smile that encourages them to come back to church every week. April 13th, 2014 Page 1

Week at a Glance Message from the Pastor Sunday, April 13th Palm Sunday Sunday Masses 8:00 & 10:00 am, 12:00 pm, 5:00 pm LifeTeen 10:00 am Sunday School School 11:30 am RCIA for Children W/C Living

Monday of Holy Week 9:00 am Mass Chapel 9:45 am Legion of Mary W/C Dining Room 6:00 pm Grapevine Church 7:00 pm Just Faith W/C Dining Room Tuesday, April 15th Tuesday of Holy Week 9:00 am Mass Chapel

2 Week at a Glance Message from the Pastor Sunday, April 13th Palm Sunday Sunday Masses 8:00 & 10:00 am, 12:00 pm, 5:00 pm LifeTeen 10:00 am Sunday School School 11:30 am RCIA for Children W/C Living Room 11:30 am 1st Communion Classes School and W/C Room A 1:00 pm El Shaddai Prayer Group W/C Room A 2:00 pm Love and Logic Parenting Class School Library 6:15pm Edge Social Hall Monday, April 14th Monday of Holy Week 9:00 am Mass Chapel 9:45 am Legion of Mary W/C Dining Room 6:00 pm Grapevine Church 7:00 pm Just Faith W/C Dining Room Tuesday, April 15th Tuesday of Holy Week 9:00 am Mass Chapel Wednesday, April 16th Wednesday of Holy Week 6:00 pm Mass Chapel 7:00 pm RCIA W/C Living Room 7:00 pm Adult Choir Practice Church Thursday, April 17th Holy Thursday 9:00 am Mass Chapel 7:30 pm Mass of the Lord s Supper Friday, April 18th Friday of the Passion of the Lord 9:00 am Mass 7:30 pm The Lord s Passion Saturday, April 19th Holy Saturday 3:15pm 4:30pm Reconciliation 9:00 pm Easter Vigil Mass Sunday, April 20th Easter Sunday Masses 8:00 & 10:00 am, 12:00 pm, NO 5:00 pm LifeTeen Mass We had the experience but missed the meaning. And approach to the meaning restores the experience in a different form. This line is from the poem The Dry Salvages (1941) by T. S. Eliot's. I never liked T.S. Eliot. His allusions were obscure; his view of life was dark; and I had to read his poetry in both American and English literature classes which I thought was a grave injustice. But I like this line, though not in the way Elliot meant it. Meaning for Elliot was is indifferent destructiveness. The only thing one can count on, the only pattern that orders our lives, is the "agony" of time. Happiness is an illusion. This is why I do not like Elliot. There is a stronger, creative power at work in the world. (To be fair to Elliot, if you manage to get through The Dry Salvages there is a hint of hope in the poems that follow.) As we enter Holy Week, we recall once again the destructive force at its worst, when the Son of God is betrayed and executed upon the Cross. God entered the agony of our time. Yet what Jesus did robs evil of its power and unleashes a creative force which does nothing less than opens up eternity for us and shows that joy and happiness are not illusions but our true calling. The liturgies of Holy Week are ways we approach the meaning of Jesus death and resurrection. And as we approach the meaning of what Jesus did for us, the experience is restored in our lives. Life is not about indifferent destruction. Life is God s creative process for us that is only complete when we share God s life in eternity. The world may seem bleak at times. But Christ has conquered this darkness. I invite you to restore the experience that brought us salvation by gathering with the community for the Holy Triduum: Holy Thursday, Good Friday, the great Easter Vigil, and Easter Sunday. Fr. Bill April 13th, 2014 Page 2

Liturgy & Prayer Family Life Moments Let us Pray for the sick in our Community: Arnie Lutovsky, Kathryn Hoods-Truax, Dolores Miller, and McKinley Hoods Let us pray for those in our Community who have

3 Liturgy & Prayer Family Life Moments Let us Pray for the sick in our Community: Arnie Lutovsky, Kathryn Hoods-Truax, Dolores Miller, and McKinley Hoods Let us pray for those in our Community who have died: Will Franks, husband of Yvonne Franks Eli, Eli, lema sabachthani? Mt. chs.26 & 27 The crucifixion event requires us to consider the importance of shame in the Palestinian world of Jesus. (Deut. 21: 22) By dying on the cross, Jesus is without honor or respect until the resurrection. His rising reverses the meaning of his life and death. By rising Jesus has For Individual and Family Reflection Next Week's Reading April 20, 2014 First Reading: Acts 10:34a, Second Reading: 1 Cor 5:6b-8 Gospel: Jn 20:1-9 Catholic Bible is available at Reconciliation Sunday Night 7:00 PM Last opportunity to celebrate the Sacrament of Penance before Easter (unless you are in danger of death!) Liturgy Commission Meeting Notes: The Liturgy Commission held a meeting on March 25th. Topics discussed included: reflection on chapter of the book Rebuilt, past Sunday Mass experiences, possible changes to the Sunday morning Mass schedule, summary from the March 11th Leadership Team meeting, Commission Goals for 2013/2014 (completed, in process, and not yet started), Palm Sunday, Easter, and Easter season. April Liturgy Commission meeting postponed until Thursday, May 8 th. April 13th, 2014 Page 3 shattered failure and shame, and in fact conquers sin and death in a new way. One recalls the numerous Jesus sayings of unless a grain of wheat fall and dies...if you want to save your life, lose it... Looking back on Jesus life, we recall he ate with the riff-raff, and began relationships with the evildoers, he crossed over from God s side and put himself on the side of sinners in order that he might save them. On the cross he completes his life of loving transfiguration of the world. Sin must be transubstantiated into holiness through Jesus. The sin of the world is a global crucifixion of love for Jesus as he is united in solidarity with all of sinful humanity. Jesus only speaks once from the cross as he quotes Psalm 22. He does not need words, as the Word made flesh will rise to provide ultimate meaning for the faithful. A final note about betrayal, as it is an important part of Matthew s passion narrative. Everyone of us faces the collision of opposites within our lives; with the vector of cross and culture, science and humanity, crucifix or country and sacrifice with self-preservation. We seek to not betray Jesus for the sake of safe religion or ambition. We must choose wisely and pray fervently to maintain our honor before God. Joe

Mark Miloscia, Pastoral Assistant mmiloscia@stvincentparish.org 253-839-2320 X233 Jeff Markwith, Pastoral Assistant Jmarkwith@stvincentparish.org 253-946-1241 X248 A St.

.I was a stranger, and you invited Me in; naked, and you clothed Me Jesus Christ The Sound Alliance is an independent, nonpartisan, nonprofit organization representing faith institutions, labor

4 Mark Miloscia, Pastoral Assistant X233 Jeff Markwith, Pastoral Assistant X248 A St. Vincent de Paul Parish Partner: The Sound Alliance..I was a stranger, and you invited Me in; naked, and you clothed Me Jesus Christ The Sound Alliance is an independent, nonpartisan, nonprofit organization representing faith institutions, labor unions, education associations and other civic associations in the Puget Sound. The Alliance is driven by the belief that a wide range of faith, labor, education, immigrant and other civil sector institutions are essential to a vibrant democratic society mending and reweaving the social fabric essential for strong families, healthy communities and a just world. The Sound Alliance and its other Northwest affiliates are part of the larger Industrial Areas Foundation, the oldest and most widely recognized broad-based community organizing and leadership development network of its kind. In our Parish, many parishioners are working with Sound Alliance, City Vision, and other nonprofits/ Churches in our area to improve the quality of life for many of our neighbors in need. The Alliance s current Agenda for the Common Good includes efforts related to: -Setting up a Day Shelter/Hygiene Center in Federal Way. Parishioners wishing to be involved, please contact Greg Vicars at: greg.vicars_@fwcityvision.org Are we prayerfully living our Parish Values? 1. United and Faithful (teamwork, unified, cohesive, harmonious, and loyal, conscientious, unwavering) 2. Loving and Compassionate (affectionate, caring, and sympathetic, empathy, kindhearted, care) 3. Ethical and Accountable (integrity, honesty, true, just, moral, just, virtuous, honor, and quality, excellence) 4. Passionate and Joyful (enthusiastic, ardent, excited, eager, and happiness, delight, bliss) 5. Patient and Humble (persevering, serenity, unflappable and humility, modest, selflessness) 6. Teachers and Learners (knowledgeable, wisdom, instructed, studied, catechized) 7. Welcoming and Generous (Friendly, hospitable, approachable, open, and giving, unselfish) Middle School Trek & Mission Trek What a great time to reflect on what you have done. Know that God needs our help and that we are here to serve everyone. John 12:26 Whoever serves me must follow me; and where I am, my servant also will be. My Father will honor the one who serves me. Attention all Mission Trekkers. If you are in need of some financial help there is a Parishioner that is in need of yard help. They live very close to the church. If you are interested first come first serve. If you haven t already please friend Mission Trek on Facebook. This is another area to find information. Here is a calendar of upcoming date: April 26 th & 27 th Coffee Sales April 29 th Adult Leaders Meeting. Willenburg dinning room May 17 th Service Saturday (Make a lunch to give away) May 24 th and 25 th Coffee Sales June 4 th Mission Trek Pot Luck June 28 th and 29 th Coffee Sales June 28 th thru July 5 th Mission to Moore Oklahoma April 13th, 2014 Page 4

Children & Adult Ministry Pre-K Sunday School takes place in the school (upstairs) during the 10 a.m. Mass. Grapevine - gathers in Church on Monday evenings & runs 6-8 p.m. 1ST EUCHARIST TODAY.

Mass) (MARCH) CHILDREN S FAITH FORMATION 4/13 Sunday School - during 10am Mass Liturgy of the Word at 10am Mass 1st Communion Child s Class-11:20am Parents Class-11:20am (Willenborg Rm A) 4/14

Communion Child s Class-11:20am Parents Class-11:20am (Willenborg Rm A) 4/28 Grapevine meet at Church (6-8pm) Talent Show for Children (everyone welcome) 5/3 (**Saturday 1st Communion REHEARSAL) 5/4

Children Joe McQuiston, Pastoral Assistant 839-2320 ext. 233 jmcquiston@stvincentparish.org Shelley Marvin, Administrative Assistant 839-2320 ext. 224 smarvin@stvincentparish.

5 Children & Adult Ministry Pre-K Sunday School takes place in the school (upstairs) during the 10 a.m. Mass. Grapevine - gathers in Church on Monday evenings & runs 6-8 p.m. 1ST EUCHARIST TODAY...Sunday, April 13 (after 10 a.m. Mass) (MARCH) CHILDREN S FAITH FORMATION 4/13 Sunday School - during 10am Mass Liturgy of the Word at 10am Mass 1st Communion Child s Class-11:20am Parents Class-11:20am (Willenborg Rm A) 4/14 Grapevine meet at Church (6-8pm) 4/20 No Faith Formation Programs Easter Sunday 4/21 No Faith Formation Programs Easter Monday 4/27 Sunday School during 10am Mass Liturgy of the Word at 10am Mass 1st Communion Child s Class-11:20am Parents Class-11:20am (Willenborg Rm A) 4/28 Grapevine meet at Church (6-8pm) Talent Show for Children (everyone welcome) 5/3 (**Saturday 1st Communion REHEARSAL) 5/4 Sunday School during 10am Mass Liturgy of the Word at 10am Mass 1st Communion Child s Class-11:20am Parents Class-11:20am (Willenborg Rm A) 5/5 Grapevine meet at Church (6-8pm) Narrated Mass for Children Joe McQuiston, Pastoral Assistant ext. 233 jmcquiston@stvincentparish.org Shelley Marvin, Administrative Assistant ext. 224 smarvin@stvincentparish.org ADULT CONFIRMATION CANDIDATES: Shannon Wiby, Jose Hernandez James Sullivan, Lynette Jennings Charlene Cruz, Jeremy Cruz Donavon Castro-Mesa, Kathy Katterhagen Reagan Lokaso, Kim Lewis, Melinda Garcia, Sandra Kenney, Kristine Casey Please contact Joe if your name is omitted from the above list and you have completed Adult Confirmation Preparation previously. Confirmation celebrated with Archbishop Brunet will be on Thursday, May 15 at 7pm in the Church. 40 Weeks. It takes 9 months to birth human life. It may take great patience to see fruitfulness in our prayer lives as well. Keep faith in God even when He seems far away and silent, or you tire of waiting on God. You may feel tempted to return to previous ways of praying, in hopes of familiar security. Your new 40 Weeks prayer may be dry and lifeless at times, but as our recent workshop revealed, Mother Theresa and Jesus experienced struggle as well. Don t be discouraged, as fruitful prayer is not always experiencing joy and warm feelings. Sometimes we face the dark night of not feeling God s presence, don t be afraid to stay in that uncomfortable place. God is with you most especially when we feel him not. Contact your parish if you want specific guidance or help along the April 13th, 2014, Page 5

6 St. Vincent de Paul Parish School Mrs. Wanda Stewart Principal Through the eyes of St. Vincent s. Come see for yourself! St. Vincent s offers a strong academic program for students from pre-k through eighth grade offers hands-on science opportunities for students in grades k-6, outdoor school for 6th graders, and lab experiences for junior high students provides technology to enhance classroom instruction and learning and for on-line learning for students in all grades emphasizes the arts through our vocal K-8 music program, select junior high choir, band program, drama troupe, art docent program, and after school art classes And, most importantly, we are forming faith-filled young Catholics by providing daily opportunities to learn about our faith and practice our tradition Visit our parish school today! Now Enrolling! Preschool to Grade 8 See our school in action! Find out how our parish school can be affordable for your family! Scrip Gift Card Sales 1st and 3rd Weekends of the month Next Sale Date: May 3 & 4 No sales on Easter It s so easy! All you do is buy gift cards from the school, and the school earns dollars! Check it out! St. Vincent de Paul School Our 50th Anniversary is coming soon! to Keep the Light Burning! Scrip Gift Card Sale Gift Card Sale...Scrip What is it? Scrip is the name of the school s gift card sale fundraiser. Gift Card Sale...Scrip How does it work? It s easy! You are spending only what you have already planned to spend. You purchase a gift card to use at a restaurant or business from the school. We accept checks or cash for purchases. You get dollar for dollar; the gift card is worth the purchase price. The school receives a percentage of the price of the gift card. We sell on the 1st and 3rd weekends of the each month and daily M-F in the school office. Ask about placing a standing order. Thanks for supporting our parish school. April 13th, 2014 Page 6

Youth Ministry Leading Teens Closer to Christ Brita Gilbertson, Youth Minister bgilbertson@stvincentparish.org 253-839-2320, ext. 254 Jeff Markwith, Edge Coordinator jmarkwith@stvincentparish.

GRADES 6-8 Sundays in the parish hall from 6:15-8pm THIS WEEK: Parish Reconciliation We are going to celebrate the sacrament that is known for healing and forgiveness.

NEXT WEEK: It is Easter. Time to refresh our love for God, which he gave his only begotten son for our sins.

7 Youth Ministry Leading Teens Closer to Christ Brita Gilbertson, Youth Minister , ext. 254 Jeff Markwith, Edge Coordinator , ext. 259 Confirmation Corner NEXT CLASS IS TODAY, SUNDAY 4/13! Potluck 11:30am Class 12pm *Service Ministry Write Up DUE 4/13. GRADES 6-8 Sundays in the parish hall from 6:15-8pm THIS WEEK: Parish Reconciliation We are going to celebrate the sacrament that is known for healing and forgiveness. Through Reconciliation we are filled with Grace from God. In the South Narthex between Mass and Reconciliation service we will be serving a light snack and juice before returning to the sanctuary. NEXT WEEK: It is Easter. Time to refresh our love for God, which he gave his only begotten son for our sins. It seems strange to not have the Passion play this year but also we can reflect on what this season really means for us in our spirit and sole. God bless you all and see you on the 27 th. Upcoming EDGE dates: April 27 th Edge Year in Review May 4 th 8 th grade Crossover (Parent Night) May 11 th No Edge Mothers Day May 18 th Minute to Win it. Social Night (Last Edge of the Year) For more information, please contact our Edge Coordinator, Jeff Markwith. GRADES 9-12 Sundays in the south narthex from 6:15-8pm THIS WEEK: Parish Reconciliation Service We will gather in the south narthex after Mass for a snack before we head back into the sanctuary to receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation. NEXT WEEK: EASTER!!!!!!!!!! Please check the Holy Week schedule and join us to remain present to the real reason for the season. For more information, please contact our Youth Minister, Brita Gilbertson. PARENT JOURNEY 2014 Parents Save the Date! Your opportunity to COME AND SEE is only a few weeks away! Want to experience Journey for yourself? We will be holding Parent Journey all day on Saturday, April 26th. You get to go home and sleep in your own bed and then we will resume Sunday afternoon from 2-8pm (Mass is included). The cost for Parent Journey is $20 person or $35/couple. This is open to all parents of high schoolers (whether or not your son/ daughter has attended Journey but space is limited and priority goes to parents of former Journeyers). To register, fill out a form available in the narthex or parish office and return it by Monday, April 21st. Questions? Call or Brita. April 13th, 2014 Page 7

Family Ministry Lisa Tinsley, Pastoral Assistant ltinsley@stvincentparish.org 253-839-2320, Ext. 232 Child Care for Masses on Sunday 10, 12 & 5. All children newborn to pre-kindergarten are welcome.

8 Family Ministry Lisa Tinsley, Pastoral Assistant , Ext. 232 Child Care for Masses on Sunday 10, 12 & 5. All children newborn to pre-kindergarten are welcome. Donations accepted. You are Invited to Golf or Sponsor The 21ST ANNUAL GOLF NORTH SHORE GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB Saturday, 8:00 a.m. $90 Per Golfer (includes cart, game & lunch) $100 Sponsor gets your Company Advertising on the Course. $500 Sponsor gets Golf for 4, Cart, Lunch & Advertising on the Course. Raffles Tickets Available for Sale $1 Contact: KRISTEN WESTBY or MARGARET POE Registration Forms also on stvincentparish.org Mothers & Others... Parents & Caregivers of All Generations Join the next meeting! 9:30am 11:30am 05/ Planting the Community Garden Childcare 8:45 for Mass & Meeting. For more information contact Marcia Ducusin at vicandmarcia@comcast.net Blood Drive Thursday, April 24th, 1-7 p.m. Contact the office to sign up. New Volunteer Blood Drive Coordinator Needed.. Contact Lisa Tinsley to Apply ext 232 April 13th, 2014 Page 8

Parish and Community Events CYO Easter Egg Hunt and Open House at Camp Don Bosco (Free Event) http://cyocamping.blogspot.com/2014/03/easter-egg-hunt-and-open-house.

Painting Balloon Animals Crafts Refreshments Petting Zoo Bunnies, goats, chicks, and even a wallaby!

org and click on the Can We Pray for You button. As a community of faith we pray for each other.

9 Parish and Community Events CYO Easter Egg Hunt and Open House at Camp Don Bosco (Free Event) 2:00pm Camp Opens First 100 kids get a free bag 2:30pm Egg Hunts (Divided by Age) 0-5yo Future Camper Egg Hunt Grades K-1 Grades 2-4 Grades 5+ Other Activities Face Painting Balloon Animals Crafts Refreshments Petting Zoo Bunnies, goats, chicks, and even a wallaby! Prayer Requests Have a prayer request you would like the parish staff to pray for? Visit our parish website at and click on the Can We Pray for You button. As a community of faith we pray for each other. Let us know if you have a special request for which we can join our prayers with yours. To add a name of a sick person to the Prayers of the Faithful at Mass, please call the parish opffice ( ). The request must be made by an immediate relative or the sick person themselves. To request a Mass intention at a weekday Mass call the parish office. April 13th, 2014 Page 9

10 Week 5 Forty Weeks Welcome to the Sixth week of our pilgrimage together. This week we seek God s grace to awaken to our affective memories. That is, we want to recall the persons, life events, and feel the emotional weight, and the heart value they have in our history. Because these significant elements often evade our conscious awareness, we need to rely on grace to reveal them. For more information or to begin this spiritual journey, go to the Lent page on our parish website.

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St. Vincent de Paul Parish Worship Serve Grow August March 05, 19, 2017 2018 Twentieth Sunday 1st in Sunday Ordinary of Lent Time 30525 8th Avenue South, Federal Way, WA 98003 (253) 839-2320 www.stvincentparish.org