THE CORNERSTONE

August 6, 2023

Feast of the Transfiguration of the Lord

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"The Transfiguration reminds us that nothing is impossible for the Lord, and He shows us the glory that awaits the fulfillment of all His promises to us. 

It also shows us that the Christian faith is about healing, renewal, and transformation. 

Yet, we hesitate and sometimes miss what is being offered to us."

Fr. David Mulholland

Pastor Letter — February 28, 2021

St. Vincent de Paul Collection

Make your generous gift after Mass or online to help SVDP volunteers continue their work and assist people in our community struggling with basic needs like food, shelter, and utilities.

If you are unable to help monetarily, please consider volunteering. Email [email protected] to learn more.

Council 16667

The Knights of Columbus Council 16667 meets on the second Wednesday of the month.

August 9 | 7:00 pm

Holy Cross Catholic Church

Parish Hall

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Day at the Rainiers

It's baseball time as Holy Cross has its annual day at the park when the Tacoma Rainiers take on the Oklahoma City Dodgers!

August 13 | 1:35 pm

Cheney Stadium

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$15 per person includes a game ticket, a hot dog, and a drink. If you'd like a baseball cap, it's an extra $5. Our friends at Saint Patrick Parish are invited too. 

If you want more information or to purchase tickets, please contact Steve Mullen at 253-355-7835.

Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary

A holy day of obligation, let's join together in prayer.

August 15

—Holy Cross Catholic Church—

9:00 am

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—Saint Patrick Catholic Church—

9:00 am & 7:00 pm

Schedule Changes

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

—Saint Patrick Catholic Church—

August 21 - September 1

No Daily Mass

Parish Picnic & Pie Contest

We're excited for our 3rd annual parish picnic at Saint Patrick Catholic Church. Holy Cross friends are invited too!

August 27 | 12:00 pm

Saint Patrick Catholic Church

Courtyard

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BBQ

The Knights of Columbus Council 809 is BBQing, providing sides and drinks. Donations to support the Knights' charitable causes, like scholarships for local seminarians, are appreciated.

Pie Contest

The Pie Contest is back with a new category in addition to the 12 and older category; there is now an 11 and under category so that the littles can get in on the baking fun!

A special guest will award a blue ribbon to one winner in each category. Winners also receive a gift card courtesy of the Health Ministry. Drop off your pie in the Church Hall before the 11:00 am Mass.

Games

Children's games were a big hit last year, and they'll be back this year, run by parish youth.

Volunteer

Email Laura Dougherty or call 253-274-4109 if you'd like to volunteer to help with the event.

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Christian Initiation

Are you interested in joining the Catholic Church? Register for Christian Initiation sessions.

—starting September 5—

Tuesdays | 6:00 pm

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Saint Patrick Catholic Church

Parish Center

Youth Confirmation Prep

Are you a 7th-12th grader, age 12-17, baptized into the Catholic Church who has received First Eucharist and is now discerning the Sacrament of Confirmation? 

—starting October 8—

Sundays | 10:30 am-12:15 pm

following the 9:00 am Mass

Saint Patrick Catholic Church

Parish Center

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Student/Parent Meeting

October 1 | 10:30 am

Bishop Frank Schuster will celebrate the Sacrament of Confirmation at a Saturday Vigil Mass in early February 2024.

Confirmation Prep Registration

Register by September 15. Confirmandi need their Baptism information and your Sponsor's name to complete this registration form. Bring a copy of your baptismal certificate to the first class.

Learn More

To learn more, email Confirmation Leaders Meg Hannan and Brian Donovan.

First Communion Prep

Second Grade (7+ years of age) is (usually) when baptized Catholic children prepare for the sacraments of Reconciliation and Eucharist.

If the child is not baptized or baptized in another Christian denomination and would like to pursue the sacraments for and with the child, there is a sacramental preparation process that will meet your specific needs. We will happily assist you and your family on your faith journey.

First Communion Prep Registration

Register by September 1. The first sacramental prep meeting is on September 20 at 6:30 pm in the Parish Center at Saint Patrick Catholic Church.

Learn More

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.

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.

CGS - Program Registration

Current and new families can enroll for sessions from October 2023 to May 2024.

Priority registration is available until August 15 for returning families.

Learn More

To learn more about CGS at St. 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.

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 5 miles of Saint Patrick Catholic Church. 

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

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

• Diapers — Newborn, Size 3-6 diapers & Pull-Ups
• Baby wipes
• Toddler clothing 3T to 5T
• Unexpired infant & 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.

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.

For more information, email Laura Dougherty or call 253-274-4109.  

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

76% of the goal

with 220 of 822 households pledging an average gift of $405

—RAISED—

$89, 202

as of July 31, 2023

—GOAL—

$42,972

91% of the goal

with 131 of 294 households pledging an average gift of $305

—RAISED—

$39,972

as of July 31, 2023

Offertory

Love, serve, and give generously this summer. Online Giving is a way to support our ongoing mission. It allows you to make donations, payments, and pledges via your mobile phone, smart device, or computer to your parish. Your gift benefits sacramental preparation, liturgical programs, and religious education.

Prayerfully consider making a recurring weekly or monthly donation to the parish collection by creating an account. Thank you for your investment and continued support of our parishes!

—update pending—

Weekly Collection Needed

$5,770

7/30/23 Collection

$5,082

Needed Year to Date

$28,850

Actual Year to Date

$31,754

Baptism

Congratulations, Camden, baptized at Saint Patrick Church, surrounded by the love of his parents, older brothers, godparents, and many friends and family were present.

The rite was officiated by Deacon William Eckert— who the boys were excited to see outside the classroom. Deacon Bill often visits classrooms at Saint Patrick Catholic School, where they attend and their mom teaches!

Funeral Mass

♱

Jack Daniel

August 25 | 11:00 am

Saint Patrick Catholic Church

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—No 9:00 am Daily Mass—

Partners in the Gospel

Archbishop Etienne’s new pastoral letter, Partners in the Gospel: A Pastoral Letter to the Priests and People of the Church in Western Washington, was just released.

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! First-floor construction is coming along nicely.

• Asbestos fully abated
• Classrooms and hallways are demo-ed
• Old materials have been removed
• Plumbing and electrical lines have been rerouted
• View more 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 August 22

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.

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

• call 253-759-3368
• email us
• view open hours

—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.



September 1

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.



September 6

Every 1st Wednesday

6:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Saint Patrick Catholic Church

—save the dates—

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

7:15 pm | Adoration & Worship Music

7:30 pm | Reflection topic presented

8:00 pm | Adoration ends

Social Hour

At Holy Cross Catholic Church, Social Hour continues after the 10:00 am 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

At Saint Patrick Catholic Church, Social Hour after the 9:00 am Sunday Mass is on hiatus for the summer.

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

Knights of Columbus

Council 809

—coming up—

PANCAKE BREAKFAST

9:00 am - 11:00 am

October 29

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 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

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

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

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

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

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Open Houses

Are you applying for the 2024-2025 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

August 8, 9, 15, 16

Regular Hours resume on August 21

Monday - Friday

8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Summer office hours are subject to change due to the 1st-floor building and safety renovations. You can call 253-272-2297 to confirm before you visit.

Unplug with the Lord:

Recognizing God’s Voice

Explore ways to grow your relationship with the Lord and discern God’s plan.

 August 15-17

Archbishop Brunett Retreat Center

Led by Fr. Justin Ryan and hosted by Archdiocese of SeattleYouth Ministry Services, incoming high school juniors, seniors, and recent graduates are invited to register now for this retreat.

Men's Prayer Group

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

Fridays

6:45 am - 7:30 am

Saint Patrick Catholic Church

Church Hall

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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.

—MASS INTENTIONS—

August 8 | 9:00 am

for the repose of the soul of 

Margri Ayusu

August 9 | 9:00 am

for the repose of the soul of 

Joseph Dire

August 10 | 9:00 am  

for the repose of the soul of 

Bryce Holbrook

August 11 | 9:00 am

for the repose of the soul of 

Sharon McNamara

August 12 | 5:00 pm

August 13 | 9:00 am 11:00 am 7:00 pm

for the people of the parish

August 7 | 9:00 am

for the intentions of  

Henry Hannon

August 9 | 5:00 pm

for the repose of the soul of  

Joseph McKamey

August 10 | 9:00 am

for the repose of the soul of 

G. Robert & Frances K. McKamey

August 11 | 9:00 am

for the repose of the soul of   

Patrick Doyle

August 12 | 5:00 pm

August 13 | 10:00 am

for the people of the parish

We pray for our sick,

Lucia Tamag, 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, Debbie Rupert, Mary Lou Morisette Lachowsky, Anna Maria Fabre, Patricia Smurro, Andre Franco, Michelle Devettori, Janet McIntyre, Norm Christenson, and Toni Mineo

We pray for our dead,

Gary Jensen

Ted Schlatter, former Knights of Columbus Tacoma Council 809 Grand Knight, was honored with a cool jacket at the Pancake Breakfast the Knights hosted for the parish community last weekend.

Ted's father-in-law Brian won a Knights of Columbus T-shirt just after saying aloud, "I want to join The Knights!"

Thank you, Knights, for flipping flap jacks to raise money to support seminarians!

—Photo Courtesy of Karena Schlatter

Do you have a photo, video, or story to share? Please email it to [email protected].

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.