THE CORNERSTONE

July 16, 2023

15th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Most Rev. Frank Schuster, Auxiliary Bishop of Seattle (and yours truly)

PASTOR’S LETTER

July 16, 2023

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Dear Friends in Christ,

Last weekend we had a wonderful welcome to our parishes for our newest “Senior” Deacon Jim Fish and his wife, Cindy. This week, we welcome Auxiliary Bishop Frank Schuster to Tacoma and Saint Patrick Parish. Archbishop Etienne has asked his two auxiliary bishops, Bishop Schuster and Bishop Elizondo, to become regional bishops with responsibility for the priests, deacons, and people across our large Archdiocese. Bishop Schuster is now the “Southern Regional Bishop” for all the area south of Sea-Tac airport to the Columbia River and the Olympic peninsula. Bishop Elizondo will be the “Northern Regional Bishop” for all points north of the airport to the Canadian border and the Hispanic ministry for the Archdiocese.

Beginning last week, Bishop Schuster is now living here in Tacoma and has established his offices in the Saint Patrick Parish Center. So, I am once again his “landlord,” as I was 20 years ago when we lived together at the Sacred Heart rectory in Bellingham! We will be blessed to have him here in Tacoma, although this job description will have him on the road most of the time. He has volunteered to help with daily Masses in our parishes from time to time. He will also celebrate two of this weekend’s Masses at Saint Patrick. So please join me in welcoming Bishop Schuster to his new home. We are truly blessed because I know him to be an amazing priest and bishop with a great love of Jesus and His people! Don’t be shy… say hello when you see him!

Blessings for the week ahead!

Fr. David Mulholland

Pastor

Schedule Changes

Schedule changes are also posted and pinned to our Facebook page and websites.

—Saint Patrick Catholic Church—



July 21, July 25, and July 26

No 9:00 am Daily Mass

Social Hour

Social Hour after the 9:00 am Mass is on hiatus for the summer.

We'll resume on September 10, the Sunday after Labor Day.

July 29 | 5:00 pm

Fr. Thomas Suss is celebrating the 50th anniversary of his ordination to the priesthood this summer. He is coming from Phoenix, Arizona, to celebrate Mass at all the parishes he served in the Pacific Northwest!

New Altar Server Training

Have you ever wondered what it’s like to serve at the altar of the Lord? Ever wanted a closer look at what it’s all about? 

July 19 | 9:30 am

after the 9:00 am Daily Mass

Saint Patrick Catholic Church

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Saint Patrick Catholic Church is seeking new altar servers. Altar servers must have had their First Holy Communion and would like to become more involved by serving at Mass. Children and adults are welcome. 

All you have to do is show up with enthusiasm and a heart ready to participate in the sacred liturgy in a new way.

Adult service counts towards fulfilling volunteer commitment hours for Saint Patrick Catholic School, and Middle schoolers can earn service hours.

Funeral Mass

Scott Wherry

July 21 | 10:00 am

Saint Patrick Catholic Church

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No 9:00 am Daily Mass

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Walking the Camino: Six Ways to Santiago Movie Screening

This is a must-see movie if you have ever considered walking the Santiago de Compostela. The Grand Cinema in Tacoma is screening the acclaimed documentary Six Ways to Santiago!

July 30 | 3:00 pm

Grand Cinema

About the Movie

Walking the Camino: Six Ways to Santiago follows various pilgrims, ages three to 73, as they attempt to cross an entire country on foot — with only a backpack, a pair of boots, and an open mind. Driven by an inexplicable calling and a grand sense of adventure, pilgrims trek to Santiago de Compostela. Whatever their motivation, no one can predict just how their paths will unfold, what they will face, or what transformations they will undergo.

Meet Local Caminoists

Director Lydia B Smith and several experienced caminoists from the Puget Sound Camino community, including parishioners Dennis Brooke and Laurie Brooke, will be there for a post-film discussion.

Christmas in July

Help support the everyday needs of the Discalced Carmelite Nuns of the Blessed Virgin Mary of Mount Carmel at St. Joseph Monastery in Shoreline.

thru July 31

Saint Patrick Catholic Church

Gathering Space

Fr. David was their pastor at St. Mark Parish and continues serving as their confessor. Yes, the sisters are sinners like the rest of us. 

The Sisters are a Roman Catholic contemplative religious order serving the Archdiocese of Seattle. Their primary mission is to pray for the World, the Church, and especially for all of us in the Archdiocese. In a real way, they are the glue holding us together! They believe a life of prayer in union with God converts hearts and changes the world. 

They are solely supported in their mission by the generosity of benefactors. We're celebrating Christmas in July to provide them with everyday basics.

Take a tag from the Giving Tree in the Gathering Space at Saint Patrick Church, purchase the item, and bring it when you come to Mass. Fr. David will deliver the gifts.

World Youth Day— LOCALLY!

Calling all local high school students and college-aged young adults to join together locally for World Youth Day for one or all three events!

• August 1 | Anacortes
• August 3 | Vancouver
• August 5 | Seattle

As youth from around the world celebrate World Youth Day with the Pope in Lisbon, Portugal, the Archdiocese of Seattle is participating locally with three regional gatherings, creating a mini version of the experience at Lisbon, with speakers, Mass, activities, lunch and more.

Bring a Senior to Mass

Occasionally, we receive requests for a ride to Mass from parishioners who can no longer drive. These folks genuinely miss the opportunity to attend Mass and to receive the Eucharist. 

If you're interested in helping with transportation, please email Laura Dougherty or call 253-274-4109. 

Support Pregnancy Aid

Pregnancy Aid serves the well-being of families with children in and beyond the womb by providing material and emotional support.

Volunteer

Volunteers are needed on Saturdays.

Donation Needs

The following items are needed

• Size 3-6 diapers & Pull-Ups
• Toddler clothing 2T to 5T
• Unexpired toddler car seats
• Baby toiletries for layettes
• monetary donations

Donation Drop-Off

Please call 253-274-4100 to make sure a volunteer is available to accept your donation.

Monday, Wednesday & Saturday

10:00 am - 1:30 pm

Pregnancy Aid | 902 Market Street

Follow Pregnancy Aide on Facebook for updates on urgent needs.

Annual Catholic Appeal

Your gift helps us do much for our parish and the wider Catholic community by supporting outreach ministries, education, faith formation, and funding shared services that directly support our parishes.

We rely on these centralized services, like human resources, parish financial services, liturgy guidance, communications, and more, so we can continue to focus on our pastoral work here at the parish.

Please look at the annual report to learn about all ministries in the Archdiocese of Seattle.

If you have already donated— thank you. Please inquire with your employer about a matching gift to double or triple your donation!

If you haven't, click the DONATE button below to make your pledge. It is safe, secure, and convenient. There are several options: Ongoing Recurring Gifts, Monthly Pledge Gifts, One-Time Gifts, Stock, DAF, or IRA Gifts.

—GOAL—

$118,051

68% to goal

199 of 822 households pledging an average gift of $405

—RAISED—

$80,817

as of July 10, 2023

—GOAL—

$42,972

77% to goal

with 102 of 294 households pledging an average gift of $322

—RAISED—

$31,735

as of June 20, 2023

Weekly Collection Needed

$19,811

7/9/23 Collection

$25,649

Needed Year to Date

$39,622

Actual Year to Date

$41,156

Weekly Collection Needed

$5,770

7/9/23 Collection

$7,576

Needed Year to Date

$11,540

Actual Year to Date

$15,992

The new fiscal year began on July 1.

Baptisms

Siblings Jonathan, Jr. and Aria received the Sacrament of Baptism surrounded with love by their parents, Samantha and Jonathan Etridge, godparents, and many family and friends, some traveling as far as Colorado and Texas.

Reign Matias, was baptized surrounded with love by his parents, Rustin and Michelle Schreiner, and godparents, Russell Cabugao and Beverly Fincham, as well as family and friends.

Deacon Steve Cano officiated the rites on July 8 at Saint Patrick Catholic Church.

Email Meg Hannan, Baptism & Faith Formation Coordinator, or call 253-274-4112 to learn more about Sacramental Preparation for Baptism, First Holy Communion, Reconciliation, and Confirmation.

Partners in the Gospel

Partners in the Gospel is a strategic pastoral planning effort across the Archdiocese of Seattle to re-invigorate and renew our local Catholic Church.

The Current Reality Report provides a snapshot of the Seattle Archdiocese today, outlines data and trends across the region, and forecasts demographic changes over the next decade. It also outlines the urgent need for change and why we must re-envision parish life today.

Watch the Current Reality video or read the report.

Implementation Timeline

September 23 – October 14, 2023

Consultation with the faithful. Parishes will host sessions for input and feedback on the draft parish family configurations. 

early 2024 

Final parish family plans will be released.

July 2024

Parish families, under the leadership of one pastor, will begin.

The archdiocesan-wide renewal effort, led by the Holy Spirit and grounded in prayer, will help us better support vibrant, sustainable, mission-focused parish communities across the entire Archdiocese of Seattle.

Capital Campaign Update

We need your help making Today's Vision, Tomorrow's Classroom capital campaign successful. As of today, Saint Patrick Catholic Church and School have raised over $819,098 in gifts and pledges. Our goal is 100% participation.

We continue to fundraise through the summer while constructing the Early Learning Center! View progress photos.

Please remember that reaching our $2.7 million goal within the next three years will allow us to fully abate asbestos and finish phases 3 and 4 of our Building Safety and Renovation project. We hope to build on our current momentum by inviting you to participate today through a pledge made over the next three years.

Bible Study

Studying scripture in a group leads to deeper discovery. Join Deacon Bill Eckert in a bible study on the Gospel according to John. You'll get an overview of the Church's approach to scripture and interpretation.

Tuesdays

4:00 pm - 5:30 pm

except for July 25

Holy Cross Catholic Church

Parish Hall

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Bring your bible. Liturgically themed refreshments are provided by a generous parishioner! All are welcome. Need not be a parishioner or Catholic! Bring your friends.

Holy Hour for Life

Join us for Eucharistic Adoration, prayer, and confessions.



AUGUST 4

Every 1st Friday

6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Holy Cross Catholic Church

—save the dates—

September 1, October 6, November 3, December 1

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Source + Summit

Come together to grow in fellowship through worship, music, and Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament. This night is for you, your family, friends, and neighbors, young or old.

AUGUST 2

Every 1st Wednesday

6:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Saint Patrick Catholic Church

—save the dates—

September 6, October 4, November 1, December 6

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If Adoration sounds daunting, don't worry. We'll explain what Adoration is, grow together experiencing the Eucharist, the source and summit of our faith, and meet Jesus where you are!

—Schedule—

6:30 pm | Dinner in the Church Hall hosted by the Knights of Columbus Council 809

7:15 pm | Adoration & Worship Music

7:30 pm | Reflection topic presented

8:00 pm | Adoration ends

Knights of Columbus

Council 809

Family of the Month

Mike & Cheri Prichard

Knight of the Month

Mark Jensen, PGK

Knight Tidings Newsletter

July 2023

—coming up—

PANCAKE BREAKFAST

9:00 am - 11:00 am

July 30

October 29

December 31

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SOURCE + SUMMIT

August 2 | 6:30 pm

the Knights are hosting the dinner

—standing meetings—

Meetings are held at 6:30 pm in the Church Hall at Saint Patrick Catholic Church or virtually via Go to Meeting.

ROSARY

2nd Thursday of the month

except for July & August

OFFICER PLANNING MEETING

3rd Tuesday of the month

MEMBERSHIP MEETING & SOCIAL

4th Tuesday of the month

To learn more, call 253-380-4000 or email the Knights. Follow on Facebook.

Troop 299 Treasure Bazaar

Did you know many of our young parishioners are members of Saint Patrick Catholic Church chartered BSA Troop 299? Please support them!

Find treasures amongst new and gently used items, including kitchen and housewares, sporting and outdoor equipment, holiday and seasonal decor, tools, furniture, toys, games, luggage, art, and more!

—Donation Drop Off—

September 5-7

9:00 am - 6:00 pm

Saint Patrick Catholic Church Hall

Mattresses, computers, paint, chemicals, cribs, car seats, books, large furniture, linens, clothes, or shoes aren't accepted.

—Sale—

September 9

7:00 am - 3:00 pm

Saint Patrick Catholic Church Parking Lot

Holy Cross Sale

Holy Cross hosts a quarterly sale to raise funds for charitable works.

—upcoming sales—

September 8 & 9

December 1 & 2

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Shop Friday and Saturday 10:00 am-4:00 pm with a $5 bag sale on Saturday from 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm.

Sale Preparation

Volunteers are needed to prep for upcoming sales!

Tuesdays

10:00 am - 2:00 pm 

Holy Cross Catholic Church

Apply Now for Fall Admission

Only a few spots are left in some grades for the 2023-2024 year.

Tell your friends and family to schedule a tour, classroom experiences and apply today.

• Call 253-274-4134
• Email us
• Complete Inquiry Form
• Apply for the 2023-2024 year

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Open Houses for 2024-2025

Are you applying for the 2024-2025 School year? Save the dates for our open houses!

Middle School | Grades 6-8

September 19 | 6:00 pm 

PreK | ages 3-5

October 17

9:00 am & 6:00 pm

PreK-8th Grade

February 1 | 6:30 pm 

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Summer Office Hours

School's out for the summer, but the school staff is in!

9:00 am - 12:00 pm

July 18, 19, 25, 26

August 1, 2, 8, 9, 15, 16

Regular Hours

8:00 am - 4:00 pm

resume August 21

Summer office hours are subject to change. Call 253-272-2297 or email us at school@saintpats.org to confirm before you visit.

July 18 | 9:00 am

for the repose of the soul of 

Stan Naccarato

July 19 | 9:00 am

for the repose of the soul of

Ann Martin

July 20 | 9:00 am  

for the repose of the soul of 

Dorothy Figueras

July 21 — No Daily Mass

Funeral Mass

for Scott Wherry at 10:00 am

July 22 | 5:00 pm

July 23 | 9:00 am 11:00 am 7:00 pm

for the people of the parish

July 17 | 9:00 am

for the intentions of  

Tess Timmons

July 19 | 5:00 pm

for the intentions of  

Phyllis Secress

July 20 | 9:00 am

for the intentions of 

Isabel Cooke & Stan Bonner

July 21 | 9:00 am

for the intentions of  

John Youngs

July 22 | 5:00 pm

July 23 | 10:00 am

for the people of the parish

We pray for our sick,

Carolyn Jenkins, Debbie Rupert, Mary Lou Morisette Lachowsky, Georgeann Cukjati, Doug Jones, Jlynn Callahan, Angie Olson, Mark Ceccarelli, Millie McNerthney, John Gallo, Angie Allen, Ann Kormos, Rita Mae Jones, David Cross, Joan Bruce, Anna Marie Fabre, Patricia Smurro, Andre Franco, Michelle Devettori, Janet McIntyre, Norm Christenson, Toni Mineo



We pray for our dead,

Dragica Dragovcic, mother of Sandra Kuharic; Marlena Breite; Joe Berlanga; Jim Keithley, father of Erica Minneman

Outdoor Stations of the Cross at Christ the King Catholic Church in Commack, New York, shared by Sandra Kuharic, Parish and School Communications Manager, while visiting family.

As we embrace summer's warm and joyous days, we invite you to embark on a beautiful journey of faith and travel. Many of you will visit churches other than your home parish for Mass this season.

Whether during a family vacation or a spiritual pilgrimage, we encourage you to share a photo with our parish community. Your photos, taken from these sacred spaces, can serve as windows into the diverse tapestry of Catholicism and the profound beauty that unites us all. You contribute to a collective celebration of our Catholic faith by sending in your photos. Let's come together to create a vibrant visual gallery that reflects the spirit of our extended Catholic family.

You can use your cell phone and send a snapshot to development@saintpats.org.