St. Vincent de Paul Parish Worship Serve Grow March April 05, 8, 2017 2018 2nd 1st Sunday of of Easter Lent 30525 8th Avenue South, Federal Way, WA 98003 (253) 839-2320 www.stvincentparish.org
Who are we? Mission Inspired by the Holy Spirit and empowered by the Sacraments, our diverse community worships, serves and grows in the love and knowledge of Jesus. Vision We are a growing Catholic community united and passionate in deepening and sharing our relationship with Jesus Christ through justice, love, and compassion. Parish Staff Parish Office Hours: 9 AM TO 3:30 PM Parish Office 253-839-2320 Fax 253-839-1819 After Hours Emergency phone: 1 (855) 314-6913 Priests: Fr. William A. McKee, Pastor, x207 Fr. Thomas Vandenberg, Pastor Emeritus Deacons: Del Hoover Juan Lezcano, OFS Pastoral Assistants: Adult Faith John Simpson x 209 Children's Faith James Nguyen x208 Office Staff: Business Admin Tracey Rockwell x 204 Bookkeeper/ Communications Diana Carasa x206 Facilities: Marty Krause x214 John Rachulap Jose Vaqureo April 08, 2018 Page 1 Youth Ministry Brita Jaingue x210 Vanessa Tompkins x218 Lay Ministry Katie Goodson x205 Admin. Asst. Kim Bowman x202 Shirley Hemmer x203 Receptionist Shirley Hemmer x201 Jennifer Tankiewicz x201 Parish School: Wanda Stewart Principal 253-839-3532 x236 Mercy Mercy is the disposition to be kind and forgiving. Founded on compassion, mercy differs from compassion or the feeling of sympathy because mercy puts this feeling into practice with a readiness to assist. It is therefore the ready willingness to help anyone in need, especially in need of pardon or reconciliation. Jesus is the face of the Father s mercy Jesus of Nazareth, Pope Francis writes in Misericordiae Vultus, is the face of the Father s mercy he reveals the mercy of God by his words, actions, and person. We follow Jesus example when we open ourselves to the Father s mercy by looking sincerely into the eyes of our brothers and sisters, including those who are denied their dignity. How have you experienced the Father s mercy in your own life? How might Jesus be calling you to look sincerely into the eyes of those who are denied their dignity? Mercy is the beating heart of the Gospel Pope Francis writes: It is absolutely essential for the Church and for the credibility of her message that she herself live and testify to mercy. Mercy, he says, is the beating heart of the Gospel (Misericordiae Vultus). To live mercy, we must rediscover both the spiritual works of mercy (counsel the doubtful, instruct the ignorant, admonish sinners, comfort the afflicted, forgive offences, bear patiently those who do us ill, and pray for the living and the dead), and the corporal works of mercy (feed the hungry, give drink to the thirsty, clothe the naked, welcome the stranger, heal the sick, visit the imprisoned, and bury the dead). Which spiritual works of mercy might Christ be calling you to practice? Which corporal works of mercy? Mercy demands justice True mercy, the mercy God gives to us and teaches us, demands justice, it demands that the poor find the way to be poor no longer, Pope Francis notes. It asks us, the Church, us, it asks the institutions to ensure that no one ever again stand in need of a soup -kitchen, of makeshift-lodgings, of a service of legal assistance in order to have his legitimate right recognized to live and to work, to be fully a person (Address to Jesuit Refugee Services, 9/10/13). In your own life, and in your faith community, how do you work for justice? Do you seek to address the root causes of problems that affect those who are vulnerable? -Fr. Bill M E S S A G E F R O M Y O U R P A S T O R
Are you in need of a Sacraments but don t know who to speak with? Baptism Infant and Adult Baptism- contact our Adult Faith and Family Formation Minister, John Simpson, jsimpson@stvincentparish.org Youth Baptism (age 7-17)- contact our Children s Faith Formation Coordinator James Nguyen, jnguyen@stvincentparish.org Reconciliation Reconciliation - Reconciliation is available Tuesdays at 6:45pm, Fridays at 2:30pm, the First Saturday of the month at 10:00 am or you may schedule a Reconciliation by calling the Parish office or schedule a time online under the staff tab www.stvincentparish.org 1st Reconciliation - contact our Children s Faith Formation Coordinator James Nguyen, jnguyen@stvincentparish.org Holy Communion 1st Communion - contact our Children s Faith Formation Coordinator James Nguyen, jngueyn@stvincentparish.org Holy Communion is brought to the sick & homebound. Call the Parish office 253 839 2320 Confirmation Youth Confirmation - contact Kim Bowman at kbowman@stvincentparish.org Adult Confirmation - contact our Adult Faith and Family Formation Minister, John Simpson jsimpson@stvincentparish.org Marriage - contact our Adult Faith and Family Formation Minister, John Simpson, jsimpson@stvincentparish.org Mass Times Sunday 5:00 pm Vigil (Sat) 9:00 am 11:00 am 5:00 pm (LifeTeen) Weekday in the Holy Family Chapel Mon and Fri 9:00 am Tues and Thurs 6:00 pm Weds 12:10 pm First Sat of the month 9:00 am with anointing of the sick Reconciliation Tues 6:45 pm Fri 2:30 pm First Sat of the month 10:00 am or by appointment CHILDCARE IN THE PARISH NURSERY Sunday during 9:00 am, 11:00 am & 5:00 pm Masses for children newborn to Pre-K Sacrament of the Sick - contact the parish office at 253-839-2320 Holy Orders - contact our Pastor, Fr. Bill McKee at frmckee@stvincentparish.org Interested in joining the Catholic Church - Please contact our Adult Faith and Family Formation Minister, John Simpson, jsimpson@stvincentparish.org or 253-839-2320 x207 for information about our RCIA Program. April 08, 2018 Page 2
Liturgy & Prayer PARISH For Individual and Family Reflection Next Week's Reading April 15, 2018 First Reading: ACTS 3:13-15, 17-19 Second Reading: 1 JN 2:1-5A Gospel: LK 24:35-48 Catholic Bible is available at http://usccb.org/bible/ Let us Pray for... the sick in our Community: Joe Zinno, Lucio Dannis and Liny Dannis those in our Community who have died: Clair Arthur Tallada, Jr Please join us in celebrating with 51 of our parish children as they celebrate their First Holy Communion. Saturday April 28th at 11:00am. A note from your Pastoral Assistant for Administration Prayer Requests Have a prayer request you would like the parish staff to pray for? Visit our parish website at www.stvincentpartish.org and click on the Can We Pray for You button. To add a name of a sick person to the Prayers of the Faithful at Mass, please call the parish office (253 839-2320). 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. One of our Parish Girl Scout Troops brought 214 boxes of Girl Scout Cookies to the Federal Way Day Center. These cookies were donated by our parishioners and other cookie sale sites. What a wonderful example of giving back to the community. April 08, 2018 Page 3
NEWS Week at a Glance 04/08 Second Sunday of Easter Masses 9:00 & 11:00* am and 5:00 pm LifeTeen 9:00 am Sunday School School Classrooms 11:00 am RCIC W/C Living Room 12:00 pm Confirmation Class Parish Hall 1:00 pm Divine Mercy Chapel 6:15 pm Edge Parish Hall 6:30 pm LifeTeen S. Narthex 6:30 pm Baptism Class W/C Livingroom *incense may be used at this Mass 04/09 Solemnity of the Annunciation of the Lord 9:00 am Mass Chapel 9:45 am Legion of Mary W/C Dining Room 6:00 pm Grapevine Church 6:15 pm Adult Bible Study S. Narthex The Knights of Columbus will be leading the Parish in a Rosary on Thursday, April 19th at 7:00 pm in the Church. Reception to follow STEWARDSHIP The School Children and Staff collected $636.55 for Catholic Relief Services through our annual Rice Bowl Collection! St. Vincent de Paul $2,186.00 Altar Wine 04/10 Tuesday of the Second Week of Easter 9:30 am M&O Core Team W/C Dining room 6:00 pm Mass 6:45pm Reconciliation 7:00 pm Adult Confirmation W/C Living room 04/11 Wednesday of the Second Week of Easter 12:10 pm Mass Chapel 7:00 pm 9am Choir Practice Church 7:00 pm RCIA W/C Living room 04/12 Thursday of the Second Week of Easter 9:30 am Mothers and Others W/C Living room 10:00 am Adult Bible Study S. Narthex 6:00 pm Mass Chapel 6:00 pm Children s Choir Church 7:00 pm Commission Meetings Chapel 04/13 Friday of the Second Week of Easter 9:00 am Mass Chapel 2:30 pm Reconciliation 6:00 pm Journey Weekend 04/14 Saturday of the Second Week of Easter 5:00 pm Vigil Mass Church 04/15 Third Sunday of Easter Masses 9:00 & 11:00* am and 5:00 pm LifeTeen 9:00 am Sunday School School Classrooms 10:30 am 1st Communion Class School Classrooms and W/C Room A 6:15 pm Edge Parish Hall 6:30 pm Baptism Class W/C Livingroom In God we trust! In God we trust! April 08, 2018 Page 4
Children s Ministry Sunday School (Religious Education Pre-K & K) Sundays at 9 am in the classrooms Grapevine (Grades 1-5) Classes are on Mondays at 6 pm First Reconciliation & First Communion (Sacrament prep for children and youth grades 2-12) On select Sundays at 10:30 am for BOTH parents and students Children s Liturgy of the Word (CLOW) Sundays during the 9 am mass Vacation Bible School (VBS) June 25-29, 2018 from 9 to 12 pm James Nguyen Director of Children s Ministry (253) 839-2320 Ext. 208 jnguyen@stvincentparish.org Adult Ministry Infant Baptism Are you expecting or do you have a new infant? Contact John Simpson at jsimpson@stvincentparish.org for more information about getting your Infant Baptized. John Simpson: Pastoral Assistant for Adult Faith 253-839-2320 ext. 209 jsimpson@stvincentparish.org CONGRATULATIONS to Avery, Caroline, Thamara, Elina, Julia, Christopher, Isaac, Taylor, Chloe, Maria and Jaqueline for receiving their Sacraments of Initiation at the Easter Vigil last Saturday! May you be blessed on the continuation of your faith journey to grow in God s mercy and love! Sunday School and Grapevine are back in session starting this weekend! First Communion class resumes again next Sunday, April 15. Has your child received their First Reconciliation and First Communion? If not, please contact our Children s Minister, James Nguyen, at (253) 839-2320 Ext. 208 or via email at jnguyen@stvincentparish.org for more information on registration for next fall. Vacation Bible School 2018 Theme: SHIPWRECKED: RESCUED BY JESUS! Join us for a week of fun, music and game on June 25 to 29 from 9 am to 12 pm each day! SPRING BIBLE STUDY The spring bible study, THE ACTS OF THE APOSTLES, will open a series of windows and give us a glimpse of the great moments and personalities of the early church. It will explore some of the exploits and adventures of the key players in the expansion of the Church. The sessions will meet Monday evenings at 6:15 PM and Thursday mornings at 10:00 AM, beginning April 9 th and the 11 th. Both groups will meet in the South Narthex. To register, please contact the parish office at 253-839-2320 or jsimpson@stvincentparish.org. Is God calling you to take the next step in your faith life? If so, and you are a baptized Catholic who has not yet been confirmed or received your first communion, this is a wonderful opportunity to grow in faith. The eight weeks of preparation begin Tuesday, April 3 rd, 7:00 8:30 pm. The Rite of Confirmation will be celebrated, Wednesday May 16 th. For more information, or to register, contact John Simpson at 253-839-2320, ex. 209; jsimpson@stvincentparish.org. April 08, 2018 Page 5
Registration for the 2018-19 school is now open! Visit the school or call the office for information. Preschool to Grade 8 253-839-3532 www.stvs.org Upcoming School Events! 8th Grade Retreat April 26 School Rosary May 3, 10:45 May Crowning May 11, 10:30 Memorial Day Assembly May 24, 10:45 Drama Troupe Lion King June 1 & 2, 7 pm Buy your gift cards from the school! First and Third Weekends of the Month after the 9 am Mass Next Sale Date: April 22, 2018 St. Vincent de Paul Parish School Our Catholic Faith The primary reason for our Parish school is to promote our Catholic faith and traditions. The values that Jesus taught are modeled and expected at St. Vincent s. Within this faith-filled environment, we offer an excellent traditional education program promoting a strong academic curriculum for students from preschool through eighth grade hands-on science opportunities for students in grades prek-6, outdoor school for 6th graders, and lab experiences for junior high students technology to enhance classroom instruction and learning and for on-line learning for students in all grades the arts through our vocal prek-8 music program, select junior high choir, band program, drama troupe, art docent program, and after school art classes Visit our parish school today! Mrs. Wanda Stewart Principal 253-839-3532 www.stvs.org April 08, 2018 Page 6
Youth Ministry Leading Teens Closer to Christ GRADES 6-8 Sundays in the parish hall from 6:15-8pm THIS WEEK: Discipleship NEXT WEEK: Bowling 2-4pm No regularly scheduled Edge Edge Bowling Afternoon When: Sunday, April 15th Time: 2-4pm Where: Secoma Lanes Federal Way Cost $18 per person Deadline to register: April 8th Parents will drop off and pick up their child at Secoma lanes Mandatory JOURNEY Parent Meeting: April 8, 2018 at 4pm in the S. Narthex For more information, please contact our Assistant Youth Minister, Vanessa Tompkins. GRADES 9-12 Sundays in the S. Narthex from 6:15-8pm THIS WEEK: Human happiness 1: We re Waiting for you NEXT WEEK: No Life Night Journey Weekend For more information, please contact our Youth Minister, Brita Jaingue. Brita Jaingue, Youth Minister bjaingue@stvincentparish.org 253-839-2320, ext. 210 Vanessa Tompkins, Asst. Youth Minister vtompkins@stvincentparish.org 253-839-2320, ext. 218 CONFIRMATION 2017-2018 Our next Large Group is on April 8th. We will be meeting in the Parish Hall from 12:30 pm to 2:30 pm. It s a potluck so please bring a dish to share. April 08, 2018 Page 7
Mothers and Others For all caregivers of children who would like to be enriched socially, spiritually, and engaged in service with fellow parishioners. Mothers and Others meets on Thursdays at 9:30am in the Willenborg Center Living Room. April 12 Pray The Stations of Light April 19 Guest Speaker April 26 Nursery Cleaning May 3 Come listen to Stella Nanabu speak Love your children. In them you can see baby Jesus. Pray for them a lot, and every day put them under Mary s holy protection. -St. Gianna Beretta Molla Lay Ministry Can t make it to the Parish Office from 9am to 3:30pm? No problem the Information Desk is available after all the masses. You can ask your questions, sign up for events, and meet the St. Vincent de Paul Staff. See you after mass. The Vincentians are a lot of fun and the best part is you can join them for any of their events. I can t believe that it is already time to sign up for our May event. We will be having a catered lunch at the Church and the St. Vincent de Paul school choir will perform for us. Please sign up in the parish office or at the info desk. If you have questions please talk to Katie. Registration is now open for the Mothers and Others 25 Anniversary Golf Tournament. The Tournament will be June 2, 2018. You can register on line, in the parish office or at the information desk. I have a feeling that it is your year to win. Question, please contact Katie in the parish office. Katie Goodson, Lay Minister kgoodson@stvincentparish.org 253-839-2320, ext. 205 April 08, 2018 Page 8
OTHER NEWS At their March meeting, Pastoral Council members discussed the first results of the spiritual needs survey and how to encourage more participation and discussion regarding the spiritual needs of our parish. The purpose statement, responsibilities and goals, and operating guidelines of the Multicultural Commission were reviewed. The council looked at the values that will help us realize our parish vision of being a growing Catholic community, untied and passionate about deepening and sharing our faith in Jesus Christ The value of united and faithful was recommended for the coming year. Knights of Columbus St. Joseph Council #7528 Victor Heinlen Memorial Scholarship The Knights of Columbus is offering a $500.00 scholarship to an eighth-grade student who is going to attend a Parochial High School. Applications are available at the School or Parish office. Please pick one up and return to the school or parish office by May 18 th, 2018. Save the Date: Emergency Response Training May 9 th & 16 th - Training for an Emergency Response Team. Two evenings of training to equip parishioners to act as leaders in the event of an emergency occurring during our weekend Masses. Everyone is welcome the more people trained, the better. Getting Married in 2019? Congratulations!! We encourage you to celebrate this beautiful Sacrament in the church. For more information contact: John Simpson, 253.839.2320 x209 or jsimpson@stvincentparish.org Become a CRS parish ambassador Catholics across the country are hungering for new ways to live their faith to encounter and respond to suffering people around the world. These disciples of Christ seek to put into practice the teachings of the Church by breaking through what Pope Francis calls the globalization of indifference. And they want to inspire their parish communities to act on our faith by caring for people in need. Sound like you? Then you might be called to join the Catholic Relief Services Parish Ambassador Corps. CRS Parish Ambassadors are active parishioners with a passion for global solidarity who, with the blessing of their pastor, help strengthen the parish's outreach ministry by organizing global discipleship activities in their parish. As a Parish Ambassador, you will reflect more deeply on the spiritual roots of our call to care for those in need through two annual diocesan retreats. And you ll network with others in your parish and diocese who are passionate about global issues and be connected to a larger Catholic community of ambassadors around the country. You ll also have access to CRS webinars about our work overseas, including updates on urgent global events. Parishioners interested in joining the Catholic Relief Services Parish Ambassador Corps can learn more at a come and see event April 21 in Seattle. Ambassadors must have the approval of their pastor or pastoral leader, and make a two-year commitment to the program. They receive training and inspiration at two retreats each year in Seattle, and ongoing support and resources from CRS and the archdiocesan Missions Office. For details, contact the Missions Office at 800-869-7028 or missions.office@seattlearch.org. April 08, 2018 Page 9
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