WEEKLY CALENDAR LITURGIES. Page 1 October 11, 2015

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2 Page 1 October 11, 2015 WEEKLY CALENDAR SUN. OCTOBER 11, 2015 Priest Pension Fund Collection 8:00 AM Mass 9:00 AM - Noon Hospitality Hour 10:00 AM Mass 3:30 PM RCIA Meeting Parish Center, St. Mary Room 4:00 PM Reconciliation 5:00 PM Mass MON. OCTOBER 12, :45 AM Mass 8:30 AM Rosary TUES. OCTOBER 13, :45 AM Communion Service 7:00 PM JustFaith Parish Center, St. Martha Room WED. OCTOBER 14, :30 PM Mass THURS. OCTOBER 15, :45 AM Mass 9:30 AM Peaceful Crafters Parish Center, St. Teresa of Calcutta Room 7:00 PM Choir Rehearsal Benedict House, St. Cecilia Room FRI. OCTOBER 16, :45 AM Mass SAT. OCTOBER 17, :00 AM Saturday Morning Prayer Group Parish Center, Lower Level SUN. OCTOBER 18, 2015 World Mission Collection 8:00 AM Mass 8:45 AM 1st Reconciliation Class St. Benedict School Auditorium 9:00 AM - Noon Hospitality Hour 9:00 AM SVdP Meeting St. Benedict School, Cafeteria 10:00 AM Mass 4:00 PM Reconciliation 5:00 PM Mass LITURGIES OCTOBER 11, 2015 TWENTY-EIGHTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME Wis 7:7-11 Ps 90:12-17 Heb 4:12-13 Mk 10: :00 AM Mass (INT) Patricia Ortiz by Becky Ortiz 10:00 AM Mass (RIP) Mary Willette by The Barrett Family 5:00 PM Mass (INT) The Parishioners of St. Benedict MONDAY, OCTOBER 12, 2015 Rom 1:1-7 Ps 98:1bcde,2-4 Lk 11: :45 AM Mass 8:30 AM Rosary TUESDAY, OCTOBER 13, 2015 Rom 1:16-25 Ps 19:2-5 Lk 11: :45 AM Communion Service WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 14, 2015 St. Callistus I, Pope, Martyr Jon 4:1-11 Ps 86:3-6,9-10 Lk 11:1-4 6:30 PM Mass THURSDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2015 St. Teresa of Jesus, Virgin, Doctor of the Church Rom 3:21-30 Ps 130:1b-6b Lk 11: :45 AM Mass FRIDAY, OCTOBER 16, 2015 St. Hedwig, Religious; St. Margaret Mary Alacoque, Virgin Rom 4:1-8 Ps 32:1b-2,5,11 Lk 12:1-7 7:45 AM Mass SATURDAY, OCTOBER 17, 2015 St. Ignatius of Antioch, Bishop, Martyr Rom 4:13,16-18 Ps 105:6-9,42-43 Lk 12:8-12 SUNDAY, OCTOBER 18, 2015 TWENTY-NINTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME Is 53:10-11 Ps 33:4-5,18-20,22 Heb 4:14-16 Mk 10: :00 AM Mass (RIP) Gaetano Borriello by Rosa Borriello 10:00 AM Mass (RIP) Lillian Barrett by Barrett Family 5:00 PM Mass (INT) The Parishioners of St. Benedict PRAY FOR THOSE THAT ARE SICK Arlette Fellores, Chris Durbin, Teresa Townsend, Alex Small, Malinda Merrell, Dan Reilly, Tom Weber, Roger Alejo, Willie Kleffner, Tony Horner, Norm Taylor, Pat Gallagher, Zeny Zimmerman, Michelle Pacheco, Bill Brown, Carlos Calupas, Max Harrington, Robert Barnes and Mickey Remedios

3 Page 2 October 11, 2015 From deacon Roy s desk Dear sisters and brothers in Christ: The Holy Spirit continues to enliven the parish in so many ways. The most visible ways are those that show how both individuals and families are responding to live more deeply their faith lives as Christians, as Catholics. Let me give you two examples. Yesterday I had the pleasure of blessing the ten-year marriage of a couple in the parish. We had a lovely convalidation ceremony with their family and friends present and then we celebrated the baptism of their ten-month old daughter! Also, this week, three young women between the ages of 8 and 12 have come forward seeking the sacraments of First Reconciliation and First Communion. With the support of their parents, they are wanting to take the next step towards full initiation into the Church. They will begin studying with a catechist in the coming weeks and then will receive these two sacraments in late November with the whole parish present. If either of these two examples resonate with you or remind you of yourself or someone you know who has similar sacramental needs, please don t hesitate to contact me! We would love to have other young people join in the sacraments and I would love to bless any couple who have not yet been sacramentally married in the Church. Like the young man in today s Gospel, the Lord always invites those with loving, caring hearts to go more deeply to enter into a stronger relationship with Him. How is he calling you or someone you know? Blessings. Your servant in Christ, Deacon Roy Harrington, Pastoral Coordinator Worship and spiritual life MEMORIAL CANDLES FOR ALL SOULS NOVENA Memorial Candles will be available after all Masses on Sunday s October 18 th and 25 th. These personalized candles will be lit and displayed in the church starting on the feast of Departed Souls, November 2 nd and throughout the Novena. The suggested donation is $ Candles and Mass intentions are also available at the Parish Center for you to commemorate your loved ones. ST. CALLISTUS I Following a life of slavery and hard labor, St. Callistus I was appointed deacon in charge of the Christian cemetery on the Appian Way, now called the catacomb of San Callisto. Recognized for his abounding wisdom and natural bent for leadership, he was eventually elected pope. He had many critics, due to his liberal stance regarding the forgiveness of those who had apostatized during times of persecution. St. Callistus, heeding the commands of Christ, believed the repentant should be forgiven and welcomed back into the Church. Tradition maintains that he began the Ember Days, periods of fasting and abstinence, which are no longer observed among Catholics. He is commemorated as a martyr; he was probably killed during a public disturbance. (2015 Sourcebook pg. 303) ST. TERESA OF JESUS More commonly known as St. Teresa of Avila, Teresa joined the Carmelite Convent of the Incarnation at the age of 21. Disheartened by convent life, in particular, its spiritual laxity, opulent nature, and overly social atmosphere, she began a reform movement that provided the framework for the Discalced Carmelites. Members of this new branch of Carmelites modeled themselves on the poor and crucified Christ, adopting a life of poverty and abstinence. In collaboration with St. John of the Cross, Teresa helped bring this new way of life to the male Carmelite communities. Their reforms met with great resistance, but they moved forward with faith and persistence. (2015 Sourcebook pg. 304) LOOKING FOR A SENSE OF PURPOSE? Are you being called to share the gospel of joy more intentionally? Are you ready to be transformed spiritually? Cabrini Ministry Training provides valuable skills needed to share Christ s love with those in need, and it will change your life! CMT includes classes on active listening, prayer, understanding feelings, and specific types of pastoral ministry. It consists of weekly classes held at St. James Cathedral that run from October-March. For more information, contact carla@cabriniministry.org or call X3 ST. IGNATIUS Born in the year 50 and died somewhere between 98 and 117 in Rome, Ignatius was and Apostolic Father and possible disciple of John the Evangelist. He served the community of Antioch as bishop. Living during the anti-christian reign of the Roman emperor Trajan, he was sentenced to be fed to animals in the Roman colosseum because he refused to engage in idol worship. His journey to Rome was marked by extensive writing in which he composed seven letters. These letters, directed to various churches, emphasized the humanity and divinity of Christ, the centrality of Eucharist, and the importance of Church unity. (2015 Sourcebook pg. 305) ST. HEDWIG & ST. MARGARET MARY ALACOQUE Hedwig married the Duke of greater Poland, with whom she lived a pious life. Together they founded a Cistercian convent, which Hedwig entered when she was widowed. Margaret Mary Alacoque was a French Visitation nun and mystic who promoted devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. In a series of visions, the form of this devotion was revealed: Holy communion on the first Friday of each month and the institution of the Solemnity of the Sacred Heart. Margaret Mary was criticized by the nuns but had the support of the community s confessor, Blessed Claude de la Colombiere. (2015 Sourcebook pg. 304)

4 Page 3 October 11, 2015 stewardship STEWARDSHIP OF TREASURE In today s Gospel, Jesus asks the rich young man to give away all that he has in order to have treasure in heaven. But he is unable to free himself from his possessions, and so he goes sadly away. Does what I own keep me from following Jesus? Parish Stewardship - FY 2016 July 1, June 30, 2016 Total Budget - $385,000 Actual Budget Variance September $ 29,755 $ 31,606 $ (1,851) YTD $ 93,163 $ 98,458 $ (5,295) ** Amounts include collections from ALL Masses ** RAISING THE ROOF! - BUY A SHINGLE! Thank you to all that have donated to help us complete the roof project as no major problems were found under the old shingles. The final check has been written but we are still collecting donations to replenish the church maintenance reserves and general savings account. If you would like to donate to our Raise the Roof fund, there are envelopes in the pews and in the vestibule or you can go on to the stbens.net website to make your donation online. Thank you! "FORMING INTENTIONAL DISCIPLES IN OUR PARISH" Sacred Story Retreat Fr. Bill Watson will present this workshop that will include the theological and spiritual components of Forty Weeks Program. Discover how to bring the riches of the Ignatian Forty Weeks Program back to your parish community on November 2 nd -4 th at Palisades. For more information: seattlearchdiocese.org/palisades. Scholarships are available for retreat programs. HOLY CHILD COLLECTION Thank you to all that donated to the Holy Child fund and the very successful sale of religious carved olive wood items. Your donations and purchases provided more that $2,800 dollars towards this blessed ministry of providing a source of income and scholarships to the waning Christian population trying to survive in the Holy Land. You have been very generous. HOSPITALITY HOUR Please join our Coffee Hour Hosts: 8:00 AM Len Kannapell 10:00 AM The Deibert Family Volunteer to be a Hospitality Hour Host, we can use your help. There is no cost to be a host other than your time and energy, the parish provides the rest. Sign up in the school cafeteria or call the Parish Office at FAMILY CHOIR FOR CHRISTMAS EVE For several years, we have had a children s choir singing at the 5 PM Mass on Christmas Eve. I would like to change things up a bit and create a Family Choir! That s right, parents singing with their kids. Interested parties should attend rehearsals beginning October 18 th after the 10 o clock Mass (about 11:15 AM). We ll have one hour rehearsals every Sunday except Thanksgiving weekend until Christmas. We may schedule additional rehearsals if needed. Participation in this choir translates to school service hours for the kids. The choir is open to all children and parents in the parish. If your child chooses not to participate, parents are welcome to sing with the regular St. Ben s choir, who rehearse at 7 PM on Thursdays. After Christmas if you and/or your child want to continue singing in church, you are more than welcome to sing with the St. Ben s choir. Contact me for questions, suggestions and participation at (206) , ext. 218 or c.hiestand@stbens.net. See you at our rehearsals! SCHOOL NEWS FLOWER POWER FUNDRAISER Get ready for a beautiful spring garden and order your flower bulbs and plants today! Every purchase made through this website or catalog, will give 50% back to St. Benedict School (use the right id). The sale ends October 13 th so don t delay and order your bulbs today at id= Ordering from the website is the fastest and easiest way to receive your order with only a $5.00 flat rate shipping fee. You can also get catalogues and order forms from Jan Nicosia by calling or jannicosia@comcast.net and turn in your completed order forms and envelopes to the school or parish office with attention to Jan Nicosia, St. Benedict School. Human concerns social justice FOOD LIFELINE SUPPORT Our Human Concerns and Social Justice (HCSJ) Commission at St. Benedict is sponsoring a volunteer outing to the Food Lifeline foodbank warehouse in Shoreline. This trip is an icebreaker, and if all goes well, we hope to have a systematic, monthly outing to Food Lifeline or other food banks in the future. Hunger is everywhere; let's step up and help. Who: 9 volunteers (minimum of 6 adults + 3 youngsters (ages 11 and older) What: Sort and pack food Where: Food Lifeline 1702 NE 150th St. Shoreline, WA When: Saturday, Nov 7 th 9 AM to Noon Why: Assist the hungry, and build community Contact: Len at kannapell@yahoo.com or (cell)

5 Page 4 October 11, 2015 Human concerns social justice PEACEFUL CRAFTERS We meet Wednesday morning at 9:30 AM in the Parish Center and would love all of you to join our Ministry. We are concentrating on our Boxes of Joy and can use tooth brushes and paste, small soaps, shampoo, conditioner, lotion and tissues like you have provided in the past. Join us or drop the items off in the vestibule or the Parish Office and we will combine them with our handmade items for the area women s shelters at Christmas. FIGHTING HUNGER IN WALLINGFORD The food bank has a SPECIAL NEED for Baby Formula. They are running low on this this important item for babies & mothers. We delivered another 93 pounds to the food bank bringing our total to 6,390 pounds of food!! Please continue to bring your donations and thank you for your generosity. 10,000 8,000 6,000 4,000 Faith formation RCIA The first meeting for Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) is today at 3:30 PM, this process developed by the Catholic Church for prospective converts to Catholicism who are above the age of infant baptism. Candidates are gradually introduced to aspects of Catholic beliefs and practices. If you or someone you know is interested in this sacrament, please talk to Deacon Roy or come to the meeting today in the Parish Center. CLOW (Children s Liturgy of the Word) On Sunday at the 10 AM Mass (most Sunday s during the school year), all children in grades 1-5 are invited to dismiss from Mass after the Opening Prayer (with CLOW trained volunteers from our community) and participate in a special children s service. They hear a child-friendly version of the readings and a reflection by the volunteers and return to the church for the Liturgy of the Eucharist. Contact the Parish Office for more information. CONFIRMATION This sacrament will not be offered until 2016 at St. Benedict but is offered at other local catholic churches in Please contact Dn. Roy for more information about where you may be able to attend classes to obtain this important sacrament. FIRST SACRAMENTS PREPARATION Preparation classes for First Reconciliation and First Eucharist will begin next Sunday. Parents should contact Heidi Elston at h.elston@stbens.net if they have a child that is interested in these Sacraments or have any questions regarding the program. Children preparing for First Sacraments should be at least 7 years of age and in 2 nd grade. The classes will be on Sundays at 8:45 AM in the school auditorium and end in time for all to attend the 10 AM Mass. Class information is posted on the bulletin board in the church vestibule. CONVALIDATION Are you married civilly, or have you divorced and remarried? Take some time to speak with Deacon Roy as he can refer you to members of our parish that are experts in the process to have your new marriage blessed in the Church. CHILDREN S CATECHUMENATE Baptism, First Reconciliation and First Eucharist for Children 7 years of age or older. Is your child showing interest in participating in the life of the church? All parish families, whether your children attend our parish school or not, having children in need of preparation for sacraments are urged to contact dn.roy@stbens.net or speak with him after Mass. What else is happening OPERATION NIGHTWATCH Socks are essential for our homeless friends. They are on their feet all day. Many wear them 24/7, seven days a week. Access to hygiene and laundry is limited. The socks disintegrate under these conditions. New socks are a tangible and immediate relief to homeless people. They are always received with great joy and thanksgiving. Stop by, drop off new socks and take a tour if you want, and learn more about Nightwatch. We are located at th Ave S, Seattle, WA. Place donated socks in food baskets. RACHEL S CORNER HOPE AND HEALING AFTER ABORTION "This retreat was a light at the end of the tunnel. I was able to identify that I needed to forgive myself and experience God s love and mercy. I am now ready to love and to be loved again." -Testimonial from Retreatant The next retreat is November 13 th to 15 th. For more information, call Valerie at HANDEL'S "MESSIAH" The Blessed Sacrament Schola Cantorum and Soloists will perform Handel's immortal "MESSIAH" oratorio accompanied by the Blessed Sacrament Baroque Orchestra performing on 18th Century instruments! Director Matthew Loucks will conduct this holiday classic on November 20 th at 7:30 PM as it was first heard in Dublin, Ireland in 1742 at its Premiere with ALL the original recitatives, arias and choruses enhanced by the glorious acoustics of the Blessed Sacrament Sanctuary. Join us for this inspiring, intimate and authentic experience. Tickets on sale now by calling: WWCCR INVITES YOU! Saturday, October 31 st Doors open at 6:00 pm St. Matthew Church Community Center 1240 NE 127th Street $50 per person

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