Page 1 JULY 12, 2015 WEEKLY CALENDAR WE CELEBRATE TODAY, THE FEAST OF ST. BENEDICT! SUN. JULY 12, 2015 8 AM Mass 9 AM Hospitality Hour 10 AM Mass 11 AM Parish Picnic! 4 PM Reconciliation 5 PM Mass MON. JULY 13, 2015 8:30 AM Rosary 9 AM Mass TUES. JULY 14, 2015 9 AM Communion Service WED. JULY 15, 2015 9 AM Mass 6 PM Finance Council Meeting THURS. JULY 16, 2015 9 AM Mass FRI. JULY 17, 2015 9 AM Mass SAT. JULY 18, 2015 10 AM Saturday Morning Prayer Group Parish Center, Lower Level 11 AM Lay Carmelites Regional Meeting Parish Center, Sts. Mary and Martha Rooms SUN. JULY 19, 2015 7 AM STUFF THE TRUCK DAY! 8 AM Mass 9 AM - Noon Hospitality Hour 10 AM Mass 4 PM Reconciliation 5 PM Mass LITURGIES SUNDAY, JULY 12, 2015 FIFTEENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME Church Feast of St. Benedict Am 7:12-15 Ps 85:9-14 Eph 1:3-14 Mk 6:7-13 8 AM Mass (RIP) Gaetano Borriello by Rosa Borriello 10 AM Mass (INT) Lily & Angel Salangad by Al & Helen Gemora 5 PM Mass (INT) The Parishioner s of St. Benedict MONDAY, JULY 13, 2015 St. Henry Ex 1:8-14,22 Ps 124:1-8 Mt 10:34 11:1 8:30 AM Rosary 9 AM Mass (RIP) Ida O. Francis by Becky Ortiz TUESDAY, JULY 14, 2015 St. Kateri Tekakwitha, Virgin Ex 2:1-15z Ps 69:3,14,30-31,33-34 Mt 11:20-24 9 AM Communion Service WEDNESDAY JULY 15, 2015 St Bonaventure, Bishop, Doctor of the Church Ex 3:1-6,9-12 Ps 103:1b-4,6-7 Mt 11:25-27 9 AM Mass (RIP) Nancy Hebestreit THURSDAY, JULY 16, 2015 Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Ex 3:13-20 Ps 105:1,5,8-9,24-27 Mt 11:28-30 9 AM Mass (RIP) Nancy Hebestreit FRIDAY, JULY 17, 2015 Ex 11:10 12:14 Ps 116:12-13,15,16bc,17-18 Mt 12:1-8 9 AM Mass (RIP) Nancy Hebestreit SATURDAY JULY 18, 2015 St. Camillus de Lellis, Priest Ex 12:37-42 Ps 136:1,23-24,10-15 Mt 12:14-21 SUNDAY, JULY 19, 2015 SIXTEENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME Jer 23:1-6 Ps 23:1-6 Eph 2:13-18 Mk 6:30-34 8 AM Mass (RIP) Gaetano, Anna & Maria Borriello by Rosa Borriello 10 AM Mass (RIP) Ted Rogers by Vicky Briones 5 PM Mass (INT) The Parishioner s of St. Benedict PRAY FOR THOSE THAT ARE SICK Al Gemora, Gene Slagle, Clara Leung, Teresa Townsend, Anne Marie Williams, Susan Reichert, Alex Small, Rosella Askegard, Dan Reilly, Tom Weber, Roger Alejo, Willie Kleffner, Tony Horne, Soren de Selby, Zeny Zimmerman, Shirl Ganir, Irma Lobo and Bill Brown St. Benedict St. Scholastica
Page 2 JULY 12, 2015 From deacon Roy s desk Dear sisters and brothers in Christ: It s been a grace filled week for sure. Fr. Bryan is settling into the rectory, Benedict House, as we prepare to welcome several seminarians for a brief summer stay with us. They will be followed by a number of aspiring seminarians who will come in September and be living here in community as they work or go to school and discern their vocational call to the priesthood. Their presence will continue to enliven and help us all grow as a parish community. New parishioners or returning parishioners continue to come into the parish center on almost a daily basis and I can feel the Holy Spirit working hard to help St. Benedict Parish grow even more. This is clear evidence that the Gospel is being proposed to many more people (and not imposed as Fr. Bryan shared with us last Sunday in his homily.) We continue to receive generous Annual Catholic Appeal gifts that put us further toward our goal of reroofing Benedict House and the parish center this year at a cost of more than $50K. I have no worries that we will achieve our goal of a financially balanced budget that will also allow us to reach out to all our neighbors in need through the St. Vincent de Paul conference, the efforts of our great Cabrini Ministers, and all the pastoral care organized by our Human Concerns and Social Just Committee. In this week s Gospel, Jesus sends out the disciples two by two, exhorting them to take little with them other than their faith in Him and their trust that they will be cared for by those to whom they minister. May we as a parish community continue to put our trust in the Lord as we go out to make a difference in the world around us. Have a most blessed week. Your servant in Christ, Deacon Roy Harrington, Pastoral Coordinator Worship and spiritual life MOVING SOME OF OUR RELIGIOUS PIECES Over the month of July you may notice that many of the treasures of our church are being moved around. Beginning with the vestibule, we have removed a wall of bulletin boards to create an art wall and minimize the clutter so that more attention is drawn to our wonderful art pieces. Our statues of saints will be moved to spaces according the direction of the USCCB regarding placement in the church. We will also be returning our patron, St. Benedict, to the alcove behind the baptismal font to be housed as the protector of our sacramental oils. Did you know, the crucifix affixed to the wall to the right as you enter the vestibule is the original crucifix that was above the altar of our old church since 1907? Yes, 108 years ago! POPE FRANCIS & THE WORLD MEETING OF FAMILIES PILGRIMAGE Archbishop Peter Sartain invites you to join the Archdiocesan pilgrimage to the World Meeting of families in Philadelphia, Sept. 22 nd through 27 th. This is a historic opportunity to see Pope Francis on his first visit to the United States. The week-long Congress also offers inspiring keynote speakers and dozens of timely workshops. For complete information on how to register for this exciting pilgrimage, visit www.seattlearchdiocese.org/wmf. BE MORE ACTIVE IN YOUR CHURCH Have you considered taking a minute to think about more involvement in your church? We are looking for parishioners that would like to be part of Mass (Sacristans, Altar Servers, Eucharistic Ministers or Lectors), office help (a couple of hours a month in the office), maintenance help (working with Anita on facility needs). Call the parish office 206-632-0843 if you are interested in sharing your time and talent with the church. Consider it, we can use you! ST. HENRY II (972 1024) A German king and Holy Roman Emperor, Henry was the only German king to be canonized. Henry had considered becoming a priest, but when his father died, he inherited his father s title of Duke of Bavaria. He became King of Germany in 1002 and married Cunegunda, who is also a saint. He had a reputation for being learned and pious and was a positive influence in Church-State relations. At that time, secular authorities appointed bishops and often selected their political allies. Henry appointed bishops who would be good pastors, and supported them in their work. Although he waged many wars, he was not the aggressor but fought only to protect his borders and preserve peace. Henry is a patron saint of Benedictine oblates and is invoked against infertility, for he and his wife were childless. (2015 Sourcebook pg.260) CABRINI MINISTRY TRAINING We are looking for individuals who are committed to growing in their faith, willing to share the Gospel of compassion with others, and ready to be transformed by the Holy Spirit! We offer an extensive training program that meets weekly from October to March. This training will forever change the way you communicate with those you love, the way you understand spirituality, and the way you reach out to others in need. Our training is based on Catholic theology, but is open to Christians of all denominations. Contact carla@cabriniministry.org. WELCOME! Alexa Elizabeth Petrini baptized June 24, 2015 daughter of Nicholas and Amanda Petrini Olivia Francisca Perez-Wells daughter of Jeffrey Well and Christine Perez
Page 3 JULY 12, 2015 Worship and spiritual life THE MYSTICAL CIRCLE OF LIFE The beautiful Rose Window of St. Benedict Church is representative of the work of the Oblates of Mary Immaculate. It is also symbolic of the endless circle of life in a Catholic Parish. The Center burns with the four zealous flames symbolic of the four Gospels forming the focus of the dominant ruby cross. The inscription I the inner circle proclaims, To Preach The Gospel To The Poor He Hath Sent Me. Eight roses flow from this circle representing the Beatitudes. The four Evangelists appear near the perimeter. Bands of blue and silver emanate from the ends of the cross symbolizing the Water of Life. Two lances cross the window with one containing the tip of steel that struck the wound in Christ, and the other containing the sponge used to quench His thirst with vinegar and gall. The nails of the cross appear at the base and the entire window is encircled with a stylized crown of thorns. We encourage you to take a minute to examine and enjoy the beauty and the meaning in this window. There are many Rose Windows throughout the United States and Europe, please enjoy what is unique in ours. THE SAINT BENEDICT MEDAL This medal originally came from a cross in honor of St Benedict. On one side, the medal has an image of St Benedict, holding the Holy Rule in his left hand and a crossing his right. There is a raven on one side of him, with a cup on the other side. Around the medal's outer margin are the words "Eius in obitu nostro praesentia muniamur" ("May we,at our death, be fortified by His presence"). The other side of the medal has a cross with the initials CSSML on the vertical bar which signify "Crux Sacra Sit Mihi Lux" ("May the Holy Cross be my light") and on the horizontal bar are the initials NDSMD which stand for "Non Draco Sit Mihi Dux" ("Let not the dragon be my overlord"). The initials CSPB stand for "Crux Sancti Patris Benedicti" ("The Cross of the Holy Father Benedict") and are located on the interior angles of the cross. Either the inscription "PAX" (Peace) or the Christogram "IHS"may be found at the top of the cross in most cases. Around the medal's margin on this side are the Vade Retro Satana initials VRSNSMV which stand for "Vade Retro Satana, Nonquam Suade Mihi Vana" ("Begone Satan, do not suggest to me thy vanities") then a space followed by the initials SMQLIVB which signify "Sunt Mala Quae Libas, Ipse Venena Bibas" ("Evil are the things thou profferest, drink thou thy own poison"). This medal was first struck in 1880 to commemorate the fourteenth centenary of St Benedict's birth and is also called the Jubilee Medal; its exact origin, however, is unknown. Saint Benedict has been also the motive of many collector's coins around the world. The Austria 50 euro 'The Christian Religious Orders', issued on 13 March 2002 is one of them. stewardship TODAY! CELEBRATE OUR PARISH, OUR PATRON, OUR COMMUNITY The annual Parish Picnic is today across the street in front of the church after the 10 AM Mass. Turn you side dishes over to the table attendants so that they can give you a break to visit and have fun as we celebrate the 60th year of the opening of our existing church, the 90th year of our existing school building and the 108th year of our community. HOSPITALITY HOUR Please join our Coffee Hour Hosts next week: 8:00 AM Len and Judy Andrews 10:00 AM We still need a host! We continue to look for hospitality hosts, there is no cost to host other that your time and energy, the parish provides the rest. Sign up in the school cafeteria or call the Parish Office at 206-632-0843. CHILDREN S STEWARDSHIP IN ACTION Last week I shared my time by: Giving sandwiches to the poor Thank God for my life Last week I shared my talents by: Singing Reading Sports BLOOD DRIVE! Monday July 20th, 1-7 PM. Sign up today! STEWARDSHIP OF TREASURE for July 5, 2015 Sunday Offerings: $4626.22 Today s readings are about being chosen and sent. The prophet Amos was chosen by the Lord and sent to use his talents for the people of God. The Gospel recounts the story of the sending of the twelve. In the second reading, St. Paul reminds us that we, too, are chosen. For what have I been chosen? To whom have I been sent? Congratulations, we have reached our goal for the Annual Catholic Appeal! We have not heard from everyone in the parish, if you have not yet, consider a gift of a $1/day or $365, although gifts of any amount are needed and greatly appreciated! Since we have reached our goal, all donations now come directly back to the Parish so that we can work on replacing the roofs on Benedict House and the Parish Center. Thank you!
Page 4 JULY 12, 2015 SCHOOL NEWS ST. BENEDICT SCHOOL'S SUMMER EXTENDED DAY PROGRAM IS THE BEST! The extended day summer program at the school offers a fun opportunity for students to learn, play and go on fabulous field trips in a warm and safe environment. The staff is wonderful and kids have a great time. Some of the field trips they have been on so far this summer are The Air and Space Museum, Ride the Ducks, ride on a ferry, visiting the Rain Forest Cafe, and The Aquarium. Plans for other filled trips this summer include the Science Center, a comic bookstore, and the Asian Art Museum. The kids also stay closer to home and walk over to the Meridian Field, set up the slippy slide on the school grass and play water games outside to cool off. There is also time for reading, crafts and a even a special Parents Night where the kids help prepare and serve dinner for their parents followed by a performance. There is still room if you want your child to be part of this great program. Please contact Lisa Wescott at l.wescott@stbens.net or call 206-518-6009. Human concerns social justice ESPERANZA (HOPE) Pray and Wash Fundraiser (Rescheduled) The St. Benedict Trekkers that will be traveling to Tijuana at the end of July and will be having their final Car Wash and Clothing Drive collection today during the Parish Picnic. Have your vehicle washed while at Mass or at the Picnic and bring unusable clothes, bedsheets, linens and towels for the Clothes for a Cause Drive to be recycled or repurposed. The clothes collected are not being taken to Mexico, they are turned in for cash to fund the trip. The Trek begins July 26 th so let s support them on their trip. FIGHTING HUNGER IN WALLINGFORD A parishioner delivered food on their own to the FamilyWorks Food Bank that added another 25 pounds of to our food bank total. Our grand total is now 4195 pounds of food donated as of July 2nd. If you should go there to make a donation (cash or food), let them know it is from St. Benedict and ask for a receipt. Drop it off at the parish office or in the donation baskets so that we can credit our goal. 10,000 8,000 6,000 4,000 What else is happening RACHEL S CORNER HOPE AND HEALING AFTER ABORTION Bless the Lord, my soul; do not forget all the gifts of God, Who pardons all your sins, heals all your ills, delivers your life from the pit, surrounds you with love and compassion. - Psalm 103:2-4 Come to a Rachel s Vineyard Retreat and find pardon, love and compassion on July 31st to Aug 2nd. Call Valerie: 1-800-822-4673. You are loved with an everlasting Love! Project Rachel is a program of Catholic Community Services. JOURNEYS OF FAITH Join a pilgrimage of the Northern Deanery! Walkers will experience in Bellingham (Sacred Heart) or Burlingtion (historic parish site to current parish site. Bikers will go on a 50-mile pilgrimage with Fr. Bryan Dolejsi form Bellingham to Burlington and back. Drivers will enjoy a pilgrimage to one site or all. All pilgrimages will converge at the Church of the Assumption for a Vigil Mass on Saturday August 22nd. See the bulletin board in the vestibule for more information on Archdiocese of Seattle Pilgrimages. CATHOLIC FAMILY CAMPOUT SINGLE ADULTS AND SINGLE PARENTS WITH CHILDREN Please join us Friday through Sunday, August 21 st - 23 rd at Millersylvania State Park, Environmental Learning Center at Deep Lake. The location is 10 miles south of Olympia, off of I-5 at exit #95 (Maytown). Please see the bulletin board in the vestibule for more information on this fun family social for our Catholic Singles. CCS YOUTH TUTORING PROGRAM (YTP) Catholic Community Services is looking for volunteer tutors for the next school year. If you would like to help out in this worthy cause, contact: kevinf@ccsww.org for more information or go to their website: http://www.ccsww.org/ 2015 FAITH ON FIRE CONFERENCE A family-fun summer event, celebrating our Catholic faith and community in the gorgeous Pacific Northwest. Get ready to light your Faith on Fire! Enjoy dynamic Catholic speakers, Mass, Adoration, and Reconciliation celebrated at St. Mary Church, in beautiful Anacortes, WA with inspirational music, new friends, delicious food, free camping, fun activities, & more!. You can register at www.faithonfirenw.org for July 31 st to August 2 nd event. WESTSIDE BABY The Stuff the Bus Diaper Drive is being held by Westside Baby for the month of July. This event will be going on throughout the city and we invite you to bring your diapers to the church for delivery to one of the locations. Thank you for your support! CITY RULES ON GARBAGE HAVE CHANGED Don t get fined and keep the church from being fined. On July 1 st, the City of Seattle has begun to crack down on violators not sorting their garbage. The regulations include the possibility of fines. Please help us avoid being fined by placing garbage in the correct receptacle. If you practice this here, it will help you get into the habit at home as well. Fines can be as high as $50 each month the garage is not properly sorted. Thank you!