THE CORNERSTONE

December 10, 2023

The Second Sunday of Advent

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During the season of Advent, a common complaint that we have concerns our attempts to deepen our spiritual lives through prayer. Either we aren't praying well or need more time to pray. Well, friends, "these are first-world problems." I say that because of the above photograph. It depicts three older Chinese women praying the rosary under cover of darkness for fear of persecution. In China, Christian prayer is illegal. Christians are persecuted daily in China. They fear for their lives. The Catholic Church in China is divided into a state-sanctioned "church" and one "underground." The latter one is thriving. But prayer is underground, and it comes with a risk. And this is not only in China but many other parts of the world.


So, next time we complain about not having time to pray or that our prayer is not what we would like it to be, don't stop by saying, "It's a first-world problem." But also offer a prayer for those who risk life and limb to pray somewhere in the world.


—Fr. David Mulholland—

Pastor Letter | 2nd Week of Advent 2021



COMING UP

Public Input Phase Findings

The Seattle Archdiocese released a letter from Archbishop Etienne and a Parish Feedback Report, which synthesizes more than 3,000 pages of feedback from over 700 input session reports and 800 online forms during the Public Input Phase this fall.


The Presbyteral Council, Priest Personnel Board, Oversight Committee, Partners Core team, and Archbishop Etienne made a review of the feedback. As a result, proposed changes emerged for 25 parish families.


Our proposed Parish Family has changed. The Proposed Family 36 document details the proposed change and why it was made.


From now until December 15, a second round of consultation with staff and parishioners of the 25 proposed parish families will be held before a final recommendation is submitted to Archbishop Etienne at the end of the year. Final parish families will be announced in early 2024.


Second Round of Input Sessions

We invite you to join us for an input session to discern the latest changes to our proposed parish family and discuss and provide feedback.


December 10 | 11:15 am

Holy Cross Catholic Church

Parish Hall

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If you cannot attend an in-person session, please give feedback online on the November 2023 proposed parish configuration.


Thank you for your continued prayers as Parish Families are configured. Learn more about Partners in the Gospel.

Simbang Gabi Novena

Experience the spirituality of the Advent season, the anticipation and expectation of the birth of our Lord, and the fellowship with the faith communities from throughout the Pierce Deanery through the Archdiocesan-Parish sponsored Simbang Gabi Novena of Advent Masses, celebrated by nine participating parishes.


Commissioning Mass

December 9 | 11:00 am

St. James Cathedral | Seattle


View 9-Day Novena Mass Schedule

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Pancakes with Santa

The Knights are flipping flapjacks for breakfast. Santa will be there, and so will the Snoopy Travelin Trains exhibit— perfect for kids of all ages. Plus, activities for kids, band music, and a raffle!


December 10

9:00 am - 11:00 am

Saint Patrick Catholic Church

Church Hall


Breakfast Benefits 4US

Net proceeds benefit 4US Church 40 Ultrasound Initiative. Learn more and make your pledge to fund an ultrasound machine for a pregnancy center in need. Be sure to choose the Saint Patrick Catholic Church team when you make your gift!


Raffle

The Knights' annual raffle grand prize is a $500 Costco Gift Card, plus over $3,000 worth of additional prizes, with an average prize value of $150. 


The winner of the grand prize need not be present to win; winners of the other prizes must be present to win.

 

Proceeds benefit the Knights' Charitable causes. Tickets are $5 each or 4 for $20. Email the Knights to purchase raffle tickets. Tickets will also be available at the breakfast.

Advent & Christmas Celebration

Mark your calendars for the Saint Patrick Catholic School annual event.


SING NOËL

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Our Musical Reflection on the Season



December 14* | 6:30 pm

Doors open at 6:00 pm

Saint Patrick Catholic Church


*There is no Mass at 9:00 am.


The celebration features the music of our kindergarten through grade 5 students and the Saint Patrick Catholic School Choir. 


All are invited. No RSVP is necessary. This is a great way to give prospective school families a glimpse into our parish and school community!

Middle School Youth Group

Grades 6-8 students are invited to build a relationship with Jesus.


High school students, young adults, and the young at heart are invited to support the Youth Group in leadership roles.


December 14

Thursdays | 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

Saint Patrick Catholic Church

Parish Center

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The weekly schedule always includes:

  • Dinner
  • Games
  • Topic introduction
  • Small group discussion
  • Adoration


—save the dates—

Middle School Youth Group

December 21*

January 4, 11, 18

February 1, 8, 15, 22

March 7, 14, 21

April 18, 25

May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30

June 6


Retreat

April 13-14, 2024


Leaders Meeting

December 28, January 25, February 29

March 24, April 11-12


Youth Group for Middle Schoolers meets every Thursday except for the last Thursday of the month unless otherwise noted. *tentative, TBA


Youth Ministry leaders and high school volunteers meet on the last Thursday of the month, except in May.

Pray the Rosary

Join the Knights of Columbus Council 809 to pray the Rosary, especially if you want to learn to pray the Rosary or have a particular intention you'd like to pray for. Need not be a Knight!


—location change—

every 2nd Thursday

December 14 | 6:30 pm

Saint Patrick Catholic Church

Parish Hall

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Christmas Eve Pageant

Casting call for ages 5-12 for the 5:00 pm Vigil Mass on December 24 at Saint Patrick Catholic Church.


The children act out the Gospel story, lector, present the gifts, and serve as greeters. Adult volunteers are also needed.



—practice schedule—

December 21 | 5:30 pm

December 23 | 2:00 pm

Saint Patrick Catholic Church


Participation includes early seating for Mass. Saint Patrick Catholic School families also earn commitment hours for participating.


To sign up or learn more, email Regina Keller.

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CHRISTMAS

The Nativity of the Lord

Christmas Mass Schedule


December 24

—Saint Patrick Catholic Church—

5:00 pm & 9:00 pm

No 7:00 pm Mass


—Holy Cross Catholic Church—

5:00 pm



Midnight Mass

Carols start at 11:30 pm

Saint Patrick Catholic Church



December 25

—Saint Patrick Catholic Church—

9:00 am


—Holy Cross Catholic Church—

10:00 am

with the Choirs of Holy Cross Parish and St. Peter Chanel Samoan Ministry

No Mass in Samoan on December 10 or December 24.

Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God

It is fitting to honor Mary as the Mother of Jesus, following the birth of Christ; we are not only honoring Mary, who was chosen among all women throughout history to bear God incarnate, but we are also honoring our Lord, who is fully God and fully human.


January 1 | 9:00 am

Saint Patrick Catholic Church

Holy Cross Catholic Church 


VOLUNTEER

Enhancing our Sacred Space

Help honor our sacred space and enhance our liturgical experiences.


Have a green thumb?

Volunteers are needed to water and care for the plants at Saint Patrick Catholic Church.


The commitment is once a week and can be done on your timeline or shared with other volunteers.  


Have an eye for decorating?

As we approach the holidays, we seek volunteers to help decorate the Church.


Volunteers assist in creating a plan, procuring flowers, and preparing the sanctuary at Saint Patrick Catholic Church for Christmas liturgies.  


Email Laura Dougherty to learn more.

Calling New Liturgical Ministers

We are seeking new ministers for all Masses at Saint Patrick Catholic Church. 


Please take some time to consider serving your parish in one of the following areas:


  • Lectors to proclaim our sacred readings at Mass
  • Greeters to welcome parishioners and guests as they arrive at Mass
  • Ushers to assist at the collection and dismissal for Holy Communion
  • Extraordinary Ministers to assist Father in distributing Holy Communion to the faithful


Email Laura Dougherty to learn more.

VOCATIONS

Priesthood — It's Full of Surprises

Being a priest is anything but boring. Fr. John Muir and Fr. John Parks reminisce on some of the aspects of the priesthood that have been surprising.

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SCHOOL

Schedule a School Tour

Our heritage, your future— schedule a tour to learn more about Catholic Education at Saint Patrick Catholic School, especially for students entering PreK, Kindergarten, and Middle School.


Visit our newly renovated Early Learning Center for preschoolers and our recently renovated Kindergarten through 8th-grade classrooms.


Complete the INQUIRY FORM to get started.


Are you already enrolled? Tell your friends and family to tour now to prepare for applying and enrolling in early 2024. Now is also the time for siblings of current students to apply!

INQUIRE

Tuition Assistance applications are due by December 31.

OUTREACH

4US Adopt A Center

Forty families from our parishes can save 1,000 babies per year.


The Knights of Columbus Council 809 is partnering with 4US in the Church40 Ultrasounds Save Lives Initiative.


For the cost of a monthly pizza— about $25, you can save one life. When 40 families from our parishes commit to the same monthly sacrifice, we can save 40 lives per month. How?


  • 100% matched
  • 100% to machines
  • every machine saves 1,000 lives


Your monthly tax-deductible donation of $25, combined with 39 others from our parishes, will be matched by our giving partners to purchase an ultrasound machine for a pregnancy center. 


Imagine the countless generations that will know life thanks to our parishes. Hit the play button on the video to learn more, then make your recurring pledge!

DONATE

STEWARDSHIP

Stewardship of Treasure

As our Stewardship of Treasure Renewal comes to a close, we thank you for making your pledge for 2024. Your commitment supports our ministries and helps our parishes continue their mission to build up the Body of Christ.


Our goal is 100% participation. If you have yet to pledge, we invite you to reflect on what God has given you. Everything we have is a gift from God, and we're called to share these gifts with others. Stewardship is our response to God's generosity. Please review the 2022-2023 parish annual reports as you consider your pledge.



After careful discernment, you can renew your stewardship pledge for 2024 by clicking the button below.

update pending

PLEDGE RENEWAL

GOAL

$300,040

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PLEDGED

$150,628


50% to goal with 24% of registered households (74 out of 308) pledging


Updated 12/5/23

PLEDGE RENEWAL

Year-End Giving

Do you have a gift you want to be credited to the 2023 calendar year for tax purposes?


If you're considering a year-end stock donation, initiate your donations now. It takes several business days for companies to transfer stocks, and the holidays add more time.


All gifts must be received or postmarked by December 31. Non-stock donations can be made online via Push Pay using the parish giving links below.


Are you 70½ or older? 

Consider making a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD) from your IRA. Contact your IRA plan administrator for more information on how to initiate your IRA fund transfers.

Parishioner Assistance Still Needed — Pushpay Deadline Has Passed

Thank you for your consistent giving to our parish. We are grateful for your continued generosity and are excited to announce a new way to give. We value our parish community and want to ensure everyone knows about our new giving platform.

 

We are moving away from Our Sunday Visitor (OSV) Online Giving and EFT services. We have chosen to contract with Pushpay. We strive to be good stewards of your financial gifts and believe the significantly lower processing fees offered through Pushpay will allow your gift of treasure to support our parishes' mission further. As always, security is a top priority. 

 

We aim to complete this transition process to Pushpay as soon as possible, so we need your help moving your current OSV Online Giving and EFT gifts. 


Online Giving (credit cards or bank account)

If you currently donate online (via OSV), please follow the instructions below to set up your recurring gift through Pushpay and cancel your donation through OSV.


EFT (bank account only)

If you currently donate through EFT (donations processed via the Parish Office at Saint Patrick Parish), please follow the instructions below to set up your recurring gift through Pushpay. Then, email Michelle Carpenter to stop your EFT donations.


Envelopes

If you currently give using envelopes at Mass, please consider donating online and setting up an account in Pushpay by clicking the PUSHPAY button below.

INSTRUCTIONS

Weekly Collection Needed

$19,811

12/3/23 Collection

$27,047

Needed Year to Date

$455,653

Actual Year to Date

$457,416

PUSHPAY
INSTRUCTIONS

Weekly Collection Needed

$5,770

12/3/23 Collection

$7,206

Needed Year to Date

$132,710

Actual Year to Date

$157,713

PUSHPAY

If you give online, visit your parish PushPay online giving portal to change your current gift to reflect your most recent pledge to your parish.

Sharing the Light of Hope

The Catholic Community Services of Western Washington Appeal for the Poor Campaign kicked off last weekend.


Catholic Community Services and Catholic Housing Services are our local Catholic Charities at work, serving tens of thousands of individuals and families in our neighborhood and across western Washington.


Every year, on average, CCS/CHS serves 100,000 poor and vulnerable people in Western WA through more than 170 programs. This collection is used to support programs and services in your local area, and 92 cents of every dollar goes directly to serving those in need.


We encourage you to review their 2023 highlights and consider how you will join the thousands of volunteers and staff to support our needy neighbors through prayer, advocacy, volunteerism, or a generous donation.


To make your gift go to CCS/CHS Appeal, please use a special collection envelope at mass, donate online, or use your parish Push Pay links in the article above this one.

SACRAMENTS

Baptisms

Congratulations to Hailey Mari Aria Bait, who was baptized with Deacon Steve Cano on December 2.


Hailey was surrounded with love by her parents, Mary and Jon; her godparents, Marion Quitaney and Yla Bautista; and several family and friends.

Confirmation Prep for Adults

Are you a baptized Catholic and have received your First Holy Communion but have not yet received the sacrament of Confirmation?


Those who have yet to receive their First Holy Communion are welcome to register and will receive preparation for the Sacrament of Holy Communion before Confirmation.


Wednesdays

January 3 - January 31, 2024

6:30 pm - 8:00 pm


Saint Patrick Catholic Church

Parish Center

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The Sacrament of Confirmation will be celebrated at Saint Patrick Catholic Church with Bishop Frank Schuster on Saturday, February 10, 2024, at the 5:00 pm Vigil Mass. Share


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.

REGISTER

Registration closes on January 3, 2024

PASTORAL CARE

Wellness Wednesdays

Following Jesus Christ as our teacher, the Seattle Archdiocese Mental Health Ministry gathers wisdom and resources. It reaches out to parishes and schools to create welcoming communities of compassion, support, and education to reduce the stigma of mental illness.


Wellness Wednesdays Speaker Series talking about Grief, Trauma, and BIPOC Mental Health is free and offered in-person and online. View flyer

REGISTER

Stephen Ministry

Are you physically, emotionally, or spiritually going through a tough time? Are you struggling with a personal crisis or challenge? Feeling isolated or lonely?


Consider inviting one of our parish's trained Stephen Ministers to walk alongside you during this difficult time.


Email Laura Dougherty or call 253-274-4109 to learn more.

Catholic in Recovery

Catholic in Recovery provides healing from addictions, compulsions, and unhealthy attachments.


Tuesdays | 6:00 pm

St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church

Convent Chapel on the SW corner of the parish campus


Wednesday | 6:30 pm

St. Nicholas Catholic Church

Gig Harbor


Meetings combine the spiritual principles of 12-step recovery and the sacraments of the Catholic Church. Join others in recovery as we overlap scripture from Sunday's Mass readings, liturgical themes, and recovery topics with honest discussion and prayer. Confidentiality is protected.


For more information, visit www.catholicinrecovery.com, email Catherine or call her at 206-227-6737.

Do you need a ride to Mass?

We have a few volunteers who have expressed interest in helping transport parishioners who cannot get to Mass independently. 


Those being transported must live within five miles of Saint Patrick Catholic Church. 


Email Laura Dougherty or call 253-274-4109 to make arrangements.

FAITH FORMATION

Catechesis of the Good Shepherd (CGS)

CGS is an approach to faith formation where children 3-12 years old are formed in the Catholic faith in a sacred space called the atrium. 

The Great Light

Advent is our time of waiting and preparing for the Feast of Christmas.


Cavalletti tells us that younger children easily focus on the joyful anticipation of the gift that is to come. "To enrich their knowledge of that gift and thus their joyful anticipation of its coming, we offer five messianic prophecies over two to three years in the level I atrium."


In the atrium, we ponder with the children the words of the prophet Isaiah, found in the first verse of Chapter Nine:


The people who walked in darkness have seen a great light.



Read More

To learn more about CGS at Saint Patrick Catholic Church, visit the atrium, serve or train as a catechist, email Kim Ward, CGS Coordinator, or call 253-274-4108. 


For more information, visit the national CGS Association and the local consortium website, The Sheepfold.

Women & The Word

Ladies of any age are welcome. Bring your coffee and join us as we reflect on God's Word.


Mondays | 9:00 am

Thursdays | 7:00 am


Saint Patrick Catholic Church

Parish Center


Need not be a parishioner or Catholic! Bring your friends.

Men's Prayer

Men of all ages gather to read the day's scripture and a reflection from the Word Among Us.


Fridays

6:45 am - 7:30 am

Saint Patrick Catholic Church

Church Hall


They also read and discuss books focused on faith. Past reads include Weight of Glory by CS Lewis, Mercy: What Every Catholic Should Know by Daniel Moloney, and He Leadeth Me by Fr. Walter Ciszek, which Fr. David highly recommended.

Bible Study

Studying scripture in a group leads to more profound 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

3:00 pm - 4:30 pm

Holy Cross Catholic Church

Parish Hall


No session on December 12 and 26.


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

FORMED Advent Daily Catholic Resources

Watch two new Advent series on FORMED to prepare for Christmas with the Augustine Institute. Draw close to Christ with daily reflections and more.

LEARN MORE

How to Sign Up for FORMED

In addition to Advent resources, FORMED offers all sorts of Catholic faith content on-demand, including thousands of movies, programs, audio, and books instantly.


Check it out. It's free— as our gift to you. FORMED is available on your desktop, phone, tablet, and laptop. For access to all FORMED content, follow these simple steps:

  1. Go to signup.formed.org
  2. Enter zip code 98403
  3. Enter your name and email


You can get the free FORMED app for your phone or another mobile device by searching FORMED in the app store.

ADORATION

Eucharistic Adoration

Rest in the presence of Jesus in the Eucharist! It'll change your life. All are welcome. Sign-up is required.


—CHAPEL at Holy Cross—

Perpetual Adoration 24/7

To sign up


—Saint Patrick Catholic Church—

Mondays | 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm

sign up

Holy Hour for Life

Join us for Eucharistic Adoration, prayer, and confessions.



every 1st Friday

6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Holy Cross Catholic Church


—save the dates—

January 5, February 2, March 1, April 5, May 3, June 7, July 5, August 2

Source + Summit

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. Stay for half an hour or an hour!


every 1st Wednesday

6:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Saint Patrick Catholic Church

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—Schedule—

6:30 pm | Dinner in the Church Hall

7:15 pm | Adoration & Worship Music

7:30 pm | Reflection topic presented

8:00 pm | Adoration ends


To learn more, email Lauren Muraski or 901-287-9065.

MINISTRIES

Choir Rehearsals

Come love God through song with the Holy Cross choir.


—Saint Patrick Catholic Church—

Wednesdays | 7:00 pm


If you are new to the Saint Patrick Choir or want more information, please see the Cantor after Mass.


"He who sings praise is not only singing but loving Him about whom he sings." —St. Augustine of Hippo— 


—Holy Cross Catholic Church—

Wednesdays | 6:30 pm

Choir Loft


If you are new to the Holy Cross Choir or want more information, please email or call Erica Minneman, Music Director, at 253-310-7508.

Knights of Columbus

The Knights of Columbus is a global Catholic fraternal service order founded by Michael J. McGivney in 1882 for practicing Catholic men.


—Council 809 News—


—coming up—

PANCAKE BREAKFASTS

9:00 am - 11:00 am

  • December 10 with Santa
  • December 31

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—standing meetings—

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


ROSARY

2nd Thursday of the month

except for July and 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.

Social Hour

Social Hour after Mass is not just about refreshments; it's a time for building, nurturing, and strengthening relationships by connecting on spiritual and personal levels and fostering community, support, and belonging.


Saint Patrick Catholic Church

There is no Social Hour on December 10, the Knights are hosting the annual Pancake Breakfast with Santa. No Social Hour on December 24.


There is no out-of-pocket cost to host. The Parish provides the donuts and coffee— your ministry or family picks up the donuts, sets up, serves, and cleans up.


If you are interested in hosting, email Laura Dougherty.


Holy Cross Catholic Church

Social Hour is hosted after the 10:00 am Sunday Mass as scheduled:


—1st Sunday—

St. Peter Chanel Samoan Ministry

—2nd Sunday—

Knights of Columbus Council 16667

—3rd Sunday—

Altar Society 

—4th Sunday—

Catholic Daughters of the Americas 

— 5th Sunday—

CDA or Knights

Holy Cross Sale

Holy Cross hosts a quarterly sale to raise funds for charitable works. Check out some of the new and gently used items!


2024 dates will be announced soon.


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


Donations & Sale Preparation

Donations are accepted weekly, except for large furniture.


Tuesdays

10:00 am - 2:00 pm 

Holy Cross Catholic Church


Volunteers are needed to accept donations and prep for upcoming sales during that time too!

YOUTH & YOUNG ADULTS

Mass Consumption

Young adults are invited to delve into the Word and share faith while discussing the daily readings.


Mondays

6:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Saint Patrick Catholic Church

Parish Center


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PRAYER INTENTIONS

December 12 | 9:00 am

for the repose of the soul of 

Lina Linda Abiva


December 13 | 9:00 am  

for the repose of the soul of 

Rex Wood


December 14

No 9:00 am Mass;

consider attending the 9:00 am Mass at Holy Cross Catholic Church


December 15 | 11:00 am

for the repose of the soul of

John Armour, Jr


December 16 | 5:00 pm

December 17 | 9:00 am 11:00 am 7:00 pm

for the people of the parish

December 11 | 9:00 am

for the repose of the soul of 

Mary McInerney


December 13 | 5:00 pm

for the repose of the soul of 

Frank Bishop


December 14 | 9:00 am

for the intentions of 

Doug Robertson


December 15 | 9:00 am

for the intentions of 

Keith Klappmeyer


December 16 | 5:00 pm

December 17 | 10:00 am

for the people of the parish

We pray for our sick,

Penny Rohrs, Shirley Petrinovich, Sharom De Vega,  Nancy Oliver, Molly Beyshau, Bob Jameson, Erin Miller, John Read, Declan Turner, Barbara and Tom Tomberg, Georgeann Cukjati, Suzanne Gardner, Doug Jones, Angie Allen, Ann Kormos, Joan Bruce, Millie McNerthney, John Bosse, Molly Cleary, Jerry O'Leary, Delores Glump, Dan Wombacher, Cindy Fish, Janet Joy, Michelle Devettori, Michelle Costanti, Mike Rawlings, Andre Franco, Janet McIntyre, Norm Christenson, Toni Mineo, Marla Grassi, Patricia Smurro, Tagi Leau, Glenna Toledo, and Tim Hopkins

MASS SCHEDULES

1123 North J Street

Tacoma, WA 98403

253-383-2783


—Mass Times—

Saturday Vigil Mass

5:00 pm


Sunday Mass

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


Daily Mass

Tuesday - Friday | 9:00 am*


*except at 11:00 am on the first Friday of the month from October through May for Senior First Friday Mass & Lunch


Mass with the Saint Patrick Catholic School every Thursday, September through June, unless otherwise noted



—Confessions—

Saturday | 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm


—Office Hours—

Tuesday - Thursday

9:30 am - 3:30 pm

Staff Directory

5510 North 44th Street

Tacoma, WA 98407

253-759-3368


—Mass Times—

Saturday Vigil Mass

5:00 pm


Sunday Mass

10:00 am


Mass in Samoan

12:00 pm | 2nd & 4th Sunday


Daily Mass

Monday | Thursday | Friday | 9:00 am

Wednesday | 5:00 pm


—Confessions—

Saturday | 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm


—Office Hours—

Monday - Friday

8:00 am - 3:00 pm

Staff Directory

—Parish Offices Closed—


December 22-26

Christmas Break


January 1

New Year's Day



—Holy Cross Catholic Church—


No Mass in Samoan

December 10 & 24

Join the St. Peter Chanel Ministry for Mass on Christmas Day at 10:00 am.


Bible Study

Bible Study on Tuesdays meets from 3:00 pm instead of 4:00 pm through spring—no session on December 12 and 26.

 


—Saint Patrick Catholic Church—


Sunday Social Hour

No Social Hour on December 24.


Women & The Word

The 10:00 am session on Thursdays has been moved to 9:00 am on Mondays. The 7:00 am session on Thursdays continues.


No Mass

December 14


No 7:00 pm Mass

Christmas Eve

New Year's Eve


First Friday Mass

First Friday Mass at 11:00 am

through May 2024

No 9:00 am Daily Mass

PHOTO HIGHLIGHT

We showed you our Advent wreath last Sunday; Betsy Lane shared her beautiful Advent candles. Show us yours as we begin the second week of Advent.


Email us a photo of your Advent wreath, banner, or Jesse Tree, and we'll add it to our album on Facebook!

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How to Reach Us

Email [email protected] or leave a voicemail at 253-383-2783. Messages are checked daily and routed to the appropriate staff person. If you need the Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick, call 253-383-2783, extension 4102, and leave a message.