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2 Page 2 April 24, 2016 WEEKLY CALENDAR SUN. APRIL 24, 2016 Annual Catholic Appeal 8:00 AM Mass 9:00 AM - Noon Hospitality Hour 10:00 AM Mass with 1 st Eucharist 11:15 AM Sunday School 11:15 AM 1 st Eucharist Reception 4:00 PM Youth Group 4:30 PM Reconciliation 5:00 PM Mass MON. APRIL 25, :45 AM Communion Service 8:30 AM Rosary 6:00 PM Spring Tea Meeting TUES. APRIL 26, :45 AM Communion Service 6:30 PM JustFaith WED. APRIL 27, :00 PM Reconciliation 6:30 PM Mass 6:30 PM Alzheimer s Support Group 7:00 PM Pastoral Planning Meeting THURS. APRIL 28, :45 AM Mass 9:30 AM Peaceful Crafters 7 PM Choir Rehearsal 7 PM Human Concerns & Social Justice Meeting FRI. APRIL 29, :45 AM Communion Service SAT. APRIL 30, :00 AM Saturday Morning Prayer Group Parish Center, Lower Level SUN. MAY 1, 2016 Annual Catholic Appeal Guest Speaker 8:00 AM Mass 9:00 AM - Noon Hospitality Hour 10:00 AM Mass with CLOW 11:15 AM Sunday School 4:00 PM Youth Group 4:30 PM Reconciliation 5:00 PM Mass PRAY FOR THOSE THAT ARE SICK Arlette Fellores, Chris Durbin, Elma Boitano, Alex Small, Dan Reilly, Tom Weber, Willie Kleffner, Zeny Zimmerman, Lorraine Pike, Bill Brown, Tony Horner, Victoria Frantz, Robert Barnes, Norm Taylor, Lori Anderson and Charlene Madison LITURGIES SUNDAY, APRIL 24, 2016 FIFTH SUNDAY OF EASTER Acts 14:21-27 Ps 145:8-13 Rv 21:1-5a Jn 13:31-33a, :00 AM Mass (RIP) Joseph & Lucy Ciaravalli by Rosa Borriello 10:00 AM Mass (RIP) Maria B. Cabansag by Lucrey & Rose Cabansag 5:00 PM Mass (INT) The Parishioners of St. Benedict MONDAY, APRIL 25, 2016 SAINT MARK EVANGELIST 1 Pt 5:5b-14 Ps 89:2-3,6-7,16-17 Mk 16: :45 AM Communion Service TUESDAY, APRIL 26, 2016 Acts 14:19-28 Ps 145:10-13B,21 Jn 14:27-31a 7:45 AM Communion Service WEDNESDAY, APRIL 27, 2016 Acts 15:1-6 Ps 122:1-5 Jn 15:1-8 6:30 PM Mass ((RIP) Nancy Hebestreit THURSDAY, APRIL 28, 2016 St. Peter Chanel, Priest, Martyr; St. Louis Grignion de Montfort, Priest Acts 15:7-21 Ps 96:1-3,10 Jn 15:9-11 8:45 AM Mass (INT) Erin Bartram & Family by The Parish Staff FRIDAY, APRIL 29, 2016 St. Catherine of Siena, Virgin, Doctor of the church Acts 15:22-31 Ps 57:8-10,12 Jn 15: :45 AM Communion Service SATURDAY, APRIL 30, 2016 St. Pius V, Pope Acts 16:1-10 Ps 100:1b-2,3,5 Jn 15:18-21 SUNDAY, MAY 1, 2016 SIXTH SUNDAY OF EASTER Acts 15:1-2, Ps 67:2-3,5-6,8 Rv 21:10-14,22-23 Jn 14: :00 AM Mass (RIP) Gaetano Borriello by Rosa Borriello 10:00 AM Mass (RIP) Sam Kawaguchi by Joy Huckle 5:00 PM Mass (INT) The Parishioners of St. Benedict FAMILY MASS Join us on the first Wednesday of every month for Mass at 6:30 PM. Bring the kids and enjoy the gift of daily mass. Kids can bring a stuffed animal to snuggle and share God's love. Everyone is welcome; please help spread the word!

3 Page 3 April 24, 2016 From deacon Roy s desk Dear Sisters and Brothers: If you were at Mass last weekend, you heard the details of our break-in and burglary early on Monday morning, April 11 th. While a lot of damage was done, it s now mostly repaired and the insurance will pay for the repair costs. And thankfully, the two young men, both in their 20 s, who were arrested on April 14 th, have confessed to all ten of the church burglaries that have occurred since Christmas. Now we can begin to relax a bit more but we will still be taking significant steps in the coming weeks to improve security systems, reinforce doors, change keys, increase lighting around the campus, and reinforce security awareness for everyone. While we are taking the time to fix and improve our security systems, there is a more personal, spiritual component to this traumatic experience which we all have suffered. For those of us whose offices were broken into and personal things gone through, it feels like we have been personally violated. For all of us who worship in the Church, it can also feel like our sacred space has been desecrated in a way, though they did not intentionally desecrate any of the holy artifacts or the altar and tabernacle. For that I am very grateful. But still we are called to forgive these two men who attempted to steal from us and to pray for their reconciliation and conversion. We don t yet know their stories or why they felt compelled to burglarize so many Catholic churches but that doesn t really matter, does it? They have intentionally harmed us and now Christ s message of forgiveness and mercy compels us to forgive. Just as Christ forgave the repentant good thief on the Cross, let us live out compassionate forgiveness for all those who have harmed us. Many continued Easter blessings and may your family have a peace-filled week. Your brother in Christ, Deacon Roy Worship & spiritual life ALL-PARISH PASTORAL PLANNING GATHERING WEDNESDAY AT 7:00PM, IN THE CHURCH The North Seattle Deanery Planning Process will continue with a meeting Wednesday night after Mass in the Church. Information regarding the February 29 th meeting is posted on the St. Benedict website There were representatives from our parish and school at this deanery meeting and they were presented with the posted goals and demographic information. Please join us for an all-parish gathering about the planning process. We will discuss the same materials and have an opportunity for discussion with specific consideration to possibilities for our parish community. Please preview the demographic information and join us as we plan for the future of St. Benedict Parish. Please RSVP online or by calling the Parish Office at ST. BENEDICT PARISH PILGRAMAGE TO WALK THROUGH THE DOORS OF MERCY All are welcome for the St. Benedict Parish pilgrimage to St. James Cathedral on Pentecost Sunday, May 15 th from 3:00 to 4:30 PM. We will begin with a brief prayer before and after walking through the doors. A short tour (about minutes) of the Cathedral will be provided. You will have time to spend a few minutes in prayer and are encouraged to join in Vespers that begin at 4:00 PM. The entire visit will take about 90 minutes meeting at the church to travel in to the Cathedral. Pope Frances has offered plenary indulgence for those that walk through the Doors of Mercy in this year of Mercy. Join us! THE SPIRITUAL WORKS OF MERCY To instruct the ignorant; To counsel the doubtful; To admonish sinners; To bear wrongs patiently; To forgive offences willingly; To comfort the afflicted; To pray for the living and the dead. ST. MARK Known as the traditional author of the Gospel account that bears his name, Mark has been identified with John Mark and Mark, the cousin of Barnabas, the earliest tradition sees him as a distinct individual, one of the seventy disciples sent by Jesus to preach before the Crucifixion. According to Hippolytus, a writer of the second to third century, he had such difficulty with Jesus teaching on the Eucharist that he left but was later brought back by St. Peter. Subsequently, he traveled with Peter and worked as his interpreter, wrote the Gospel based on Peter s preaching, and became bishop of Alexandria in Egypt. The Coptic Church claims Mark as their first bishop and parts of their liturgy are attributed to him. Their tradition says that he was martyred at Alexandria in 68 A.D. (2016 Sourcebook pg. 181) ST. CATHERINE OF SIENA Catherine lived at a time when the divisions and corruption in the Church went so deep that many wondered if the papacy would survive. The popes no longer lived in Rome; instead, they dwelt amid kingly pomp and splendor at their palace in Avignon in southern France. When Catherine was born, the Popes had not been in Rome for more than forty years. Catherine grew up in a large and prosperous family as a child on fire with love for God. A practical woman, who possessed heavenly wisdom, great charm and sensible advice, Catherine became an ambassador for the church, traveling, speaking and writing on behalf of Church unity. She so impressed Gregory IX that at her urging he returned to Rome. Having offered her life for the unity of the Church, she died in Rome at the age of thirty-three. Without any formal education this young woman has since become a Doctor of the Church. (2016 Sourcebook pgs ) THE CORPORAL WORKS OF MERCY Feed the hungry; Give Drink to the Thirsty; Clothe the Naked; Visit the Imprisoned Shelter the Homeless; Visit the Sick; Bury the Dead

4 Page 4 April 24, 2016 stewardship STEWARDSHIP OF TREASURE In today s Gospel, Jesus gives His disciples and us a new commandment: Love one another. Good stewards who spend their time and talents in service to others are well on their way to fulfilling this commandment. HOSPITALITY HOUR Please join our hosts! 8:00 AM Len & Judy Andrews 10:00 AM The 1 st Eucharist Reception Committee We need coffee hour volunteers, there is no cost to host other than your time and energy, the parish provides the rest. Sign up in the school cafeteria or call the Parish Office at Take a moment to consider hosting a coffee hour and getting to know your fellow parishioners. ANNUAL CATHOLIC APPEAL Next week Fr. Bryan Dolejsi will provide as personal witness how your gifts to the Annual Catholic Appeal Campaign supports over 60 ministries and services in the Archdiocese. Please join us in saying YES to supporting the many faithful servants throughout our Archdiocese who continue to provide the services and ministries needed to provide a Future Full of Hope for all! Thank you if you have already made your gift to the Appeal! If not, please fill out a pledge envelope today or donate online: SCHOOL NEWS ST. BENEDICT CATHOLIC SCHOOL S 2016 SPRING MUSICAL The African savannah comes to life on our stage with Simba, Rafiki and an unforgettable cast of characters as they journey from Pride Rock to the jungle... and back again, in this inspiring, coming-of-age tale. Thursday, April 28, 2015: Dress 1PM; 7PM Friday, April 29, 2015: 7PM Saturday, April 30, 2015: Dinner Theater 6PM (Adults Only) Contact Danae H or danaeb@gmail.com Enjoy the show! Pastoral Council SPRING TEA LUNCHEON Saturday, May 7th is the 11th Annual Tea Luncheon. Doors open at Noon and the Tea will be from 12:30-3:00 PM in the St. Benedict School Auditorium. Tickets are $12, with advance sales today and next weekend (4/24) after Mass in the church vestibule. This year s Tea benefits Esperanza International in their effort to help build homes in Tijuana, Mexico. Our St. Benedict team will be making the trip in early July to support in support of this effort. All are welcome and there are many volunteer opportunities to help with the Tea. (Table hostess, sandwich makers, cookie bakers, set up or clean up.) If you are new to the parish, this is a great way to meet members of the community. If you are unfamiliar with the event, or would like to know more, please contact the Parish or b.ortiz@stbens.net. Human concerns social justice Our Human Concerns and Social Justice Commission has delivered another 181 pounds of food taking our total to 2,782 pounds so far this year for the FamilyWorks Food Bank. Just a reminder that our goal of 10,000 pounds in 2016 is only attainable through you. We need to collect 834 pounds of food each month to achieve that goal so we are approximately 550 pounds behind what where we should be at the end of April. Thank you to the school for their diligence in their food drives as well as the parishioners that bring their food and cash donations each Sunday. As a reminder, QFC on 45th continues to accept donations that you can order and pay for when you shop which they deliver directly and report back to the parish. Those order forms are on the table in the vestibule for your use.

5 Page 5 April 24, 2016 Human concerns social justice STUFF THE TRUCK DAY, SUNDAY, MAY 22 nd! Are you doing your spring cleaning to help us Stuff the Truck? We are St. Vincent de Paul and will take the home furnishings, clothing and durable goods you can no longer use. PEACEFUL CRAFTERS Every Thursday morning at 9:30 AM in the Parish Center we would love all of you to join our Ministry. We encourage those that want to learn or have not used their crafting talent in a while. ANNUAL JUBILEE DINNER Coming up on Saturday, May 14th is HCSJ'S Dinner for the women at Jubilee Women's Center. This year we are doing a Spanish themed dinner with paella so a chance to help and learn a new recipe. We can use volunteers for pre-work in the morning and to help with the actual meal that night. For more information and to volunteer contact Len Kannapell at kannapell@yahoo.com. YOUTH GROUP TONIGHT! We look forward to seeing all Middle Schoolers at Youth Group tonight from 4:00-5:30 pm. Eat snacks, play games, and chat with new friends! Stop by the 1st floor of the Parish Center or contact Lucy Gillett at l.gillett@stbens.net to join. Faith formation WE CONGRATULATE OUR 1 ST EUCHARIST RECIPIENTS The following is a list of students that received their 1 st Communion today at the 10:00 AM Mass. Please pray for them: Carter Thomas Adams Lillian Frances Balet Helena Maria Dahlberg Maxwell Carter Fitzgerald Anthony Charles Geronimo Garcia Teagan Love Kane Sofia Josette Leache Teagan Dae Levitzke Lucinda Anne Barbara Maxson Alisha Rose McDowell-Runiyar Sachin George Miskelly Jacob Daniel Mull Charlotte Catherine Opel William Robert Pirich Giulia Luciana Pretti Cooper Kai Unabia Kajsa Anuhea Vega Richard Ming-Shen Leon Yu SACRAMENTS If you are looking to prepare for any Sacrament, Baptism, 1 st Reconciliation, 1 st Eucharist or Marriage, please contact Dn. Roy at dn.roy@stbens.net for more information to discuss and prepare. Anointing of the sick is at every 1 st Saturday Mass. JOIN US AT SUNDAY SCHOOL! Bring your K-5 th graders by the Parish Center after the 10am mass today for Sunday School! We have lots of fun crafts and games to share with you, and of course donuts! Yum! Please contact Lucy Gillett in the Parish Center to sign up to volunteer. WEEKLY KIDS RIDDLES What has to be broken before you can use it? Answer in next week s bulletin! Last week s answer: What's full of holes but still holds water? A sponge! What else is happening SAVE THE DATE!! Sr. Simone Campbell (The Nun on the Bus) will speak on Tues, May 10 th, 7:00 PM at The Well, in the United Methodist Church of Queen Anne located at th Ave W in Seattle Her tours have drawn thousands of listeners and her book "The Nun on the Bus" has touched thousands more. Her work will soon be made into a documentary, but you'll have a chance to see her in person. In this election year it is more important than ever to hear what she has to say about Washington DC politics and the concerns she has with upcoming elections. Alzheimer s Association A free information & support group for unpaid care partners, family members & friends of Alzheimer/Lewy Body Dementia patients is held on the 4th Wednesday of every month in the Parish Center from 6:30-8 PM. For more information contact group facilitator, Rena Ferretti, or renamf@fulllifecare.org. FAMILY LIFE CONFERENCE April 30 th,8:00 AM - 4:30 PM St. Pius Church in Mount Vernon. Additional information on the bulletin board in the vestibule. Mark Your Calendars! GiveBIG Tuesday, May 3, 2016 to Benefit St. Benedict Catholic School! GiveBIG is a one-day, online charitable giving event that asks donors to give to King County organizations of their choosing through The Seattle Foundation s online Giving Center. Go to takes less than 5 minutes to donate. JOIN ST. BEN S WALKERS! The new Early Walkers group will start April 11 th at 6:15 AM on M,T, W, F and at 7:15 AM on Thursdays. The Wed Eve Walkers start April 13 th at 7:10 PM. What suits your schedule? After Drop off (8:30 AM)? After Mass? Afternoons? Evenings? Need a slower paced walk to get up to speed? Contact the Parish Office to inquire further. Join Us! VIVA! A WEEKEND RETREAT For Single Catholic Women (ages 20-40). Exploring a call to become a Sister. Sisters from different orders will facilitate the Viva! Retreat. Contact Sr. Lucy at lucywynkoop@gmail.com or Registration deadline is May 6th with a fee of $10 for the entire weekend of May 14 th 9:30 AM to May 15 th at 3:00 PM.

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