THE CORNERSTONE
March 13, 2022
2nd Sunday of Lent
Each month of the liturgical year is devoted to a particular Catholic tradition, usually centered on a feast during that month. The month of March is dedicated to St. Joseph. The Solemnity is celebrated on March 19.
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Dear Friends in Christ,
The above picture was taken in 2005 when Sacred Heart Parish in Bellingham celebrated its centennial. I was pastor and the priest on the right, the former pastor, was just named our new auxiliary bishop on Tuesday: Bishop-elect Frank Schuster! We lived together in the Sacred Heart rectory for three years, as Bishop Schuster became pastor of Assumption Parish in Bellingham when I arrived at Sacred Heart. He is an extrovert off the charts, and I am not! But he helped me liven up a bit and I calmed him down a bit during that time. It was a fun time and a wonderful way to experience my first years as a pastor. We helped each other through much challenge and experienced a lot of joy as well along the way. I am very happy that the Holy Father tapped him to be our new auxiliary bishop! He is an accomplished priest and has a heart for service. That will serve him well in the years ahead. Please join me in praying for Bishop-elect Schuster as he prepares to be ordained a bishop at Saint James Cathedral on May 3, 2022.
Blessings,
Fr. David Mulholland
Pastor
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Let all that you do be done in love.
—1 Corinthians 16:14—
The statewide mask mandate is lifted, effective March 12, 2022. Masks are optional. A section for physically distanced seating is available at Mass.
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Mass + Livestreams
The Mass is live-streamed from St. Patrick Catholic Church on Sundays at 9 am, unless otherwise noted. Mass is also live-streamed on Holy Days, funerals, and school Masses as announced.
—live stream links—
2nd Sunday of Lent
3rd Sunday of Lent
St. Patrick's Day
Annunciation of the Lord
4th Sunday of Lent
Subscribing to our YouTube Channel is not necessary, however, it allows you to set reminders to participate.
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Schedule Changes
—at St. Patrick—
- No 9 am Mass on March 17; join us at 6:30 pm to celebrate the feast day of St. Patrick, our patron saint, followed by nosh immediately after.
- No 9 am Mass on March 22.
- No Sunday Social Hour on March 27. Fr. David Mulholland's 60th birthday celebration will follow the 11 am Mass. Only the 11 am mass will be live-streamed.
View all Mass times, including Lent, Holy Week, and Triduum.
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St. Patrick Day Mass & Nosh
Join us for a St. Patrick's Day celebration in honor of St. Patrick parish's patronal feast day! We'll start with Mass and end with nosh!
IRISH SODA BREAD CONTEST
Do you have a favorite family recipe for Irish soda bread? Bake and bring your Irish soda bread for a chance to win the first-place prize!
March 17 | 6:30 pm
no 9 am Mass
St. Patrick Catholic Church
The event is hosted by St. Patrick Catholic Church & the Knights of Columbus Tacoma Council 809.
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Irish Mass for Peace
Irish Heritage Society's Mass for Peace in Ireland & Around the World is an annual opportunity to pray together for peace in Ireland, in our world, and in our families.
March 17 | 12 pm
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Samoan Mass
The St. Peter Chanel Samoan community joins together in prayer and celebration on the 2nd and 4th Sunday of each month. Share
March 13 | 12 pm
Holy Cross Catholic Church
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Pancake Breakfast
The Knights of Columbus Tacoma Council 809 are serving their famous flapjacks! Share
March 20 | 10 am
Saint Patrick Catholic Church
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Fr. David's 60th Birthday
Join us in celebrating Fr. David's milestone birthday! Learn more about the party and how to contribute to a special surprise. Share
March 27 | 12 pm
immediately after the 11 am Mass
St. Patrick Catholic Church
Church Hall
Note that only the 11 am Mass will be live-streamed. No Sunday Social Hour after the 9 am Mass.
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Fr. Ron's 50th Anniversary
Join us in honoring Fr. Ron's 50th Anniversary of the Ordination to the Priesthood with a Mass of Celebration. Fr. Ron has served at 17 parishes since his ordination. Share
May 22 | 10 am
reception immediately following Mass
Holy Cross Catholic Church
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Altar Server Training for NEW and CURRENT Servers
If you are a current altar server and missed the most recent altar server training, it is important that you attend the make-up session and learn about the changes that have been made to altar serving practices. New servers are also welcome.
March 19 | 11:30 am
Saint Patrick Catholic Church
Open to all students (homeschool, public school, private school) 4th grade and up! Share
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Lenten Fish Bake
The Knights of Columbus Tacoma Council are hosting a Fish Bake Dinner in Lent.
April 8 | 5 pm - 7 pm
St. Patrick Catholic Church
Church Hall
Dinner will be immediately followed by Stations of the Cross at 7 pm in the church. Share
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Hallow #Pray40 Challenge
Join Hallow to incorporate prayer into your daily lives this Lent. Hallow is the #1 Catholic App and has over 3,500 prayers and meditations available.
This year, the #Pray40 Challenge is centered around the Seven Last Words of Christ from His Cross. Join today and journey with Jesus this Lent.
Do you want to pray more fervently and frequently this Lent? With Hallow, set reminders on your phone to pray throughout the day. Set a reminder for morning and evening prayers or prayers with your family!
Hallow is free to download and has tons of permanently free content, as well as a premium subscription, Hallow Plus. To get started, search “Hallow” in the app store. For a limited time, Hallow is offering an extended 30-day free trial of Hallow Plus.
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Lent & Triduum Schedules
STATIONS OF THE CROSS
—St. Patrick—
Fridays | 7 pm
Good Friday | 3 pm
Living Stations of the Cross
9:30 am | Grades 4-7
10:15 am | Kindergarten-Grade 3
—Holy Cross—
Fridays | 9:30 am & 7 pm
Good Friday | 7 pm
CONFESSIONS
—St. Patrick—
Saturdays | 3 pm
March 24 & 31 | 6:30 pm
with Adoration
—Holy Cross—
Saturdays | 3 pm
April 1 | 6:00 pm
with Adoration
ADORATION
—St. Patrick—
Mondays 3 pm - 7 pm
March 24 & 31 | 6:30 pm
with Confession
—Holy Cross—
Perpetual Adoration
April 6 | 7 pm
First Fridays | 6:00 pm
with Confession
PALM SUNDAY
regular Sunday Mass schedules
—THE SACRED TRIDUUM—
HOLY THURSDAY | 7 pm
St. Patrick & Holy Cross
GOOD FRIDAY
veneration of the cross & Holy Communion
St. Patrick | 7 pm
Holy Cross | 3 pm
EASTER VIGIL
St. Patrick | 8 pm
EASTER SUNDAY
—St. Patrick—
9 am & 11 am
no 7 pm Mass
—Holy Cross —
8:30 am & 10:30 am
—St. Rita of Cascia—
10 am
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Prayer, Fasting & Almsgiving
The Health Ministry's annual Meatless Fridays in Lent campaign starts on the first Friday in Lent and ends on Good Friday.
This campaign is a beautiful way to improve your physical and spiritual health. A tasty meatless recipe will be published each week along with the Lenten Grace prayer to say before each meatless meal. Consider donating the money you'll save by cooking at home and eating in to CRS Rice Bowl.
LENTEN GRACE PRAYER
We bless you, Lord, and we praise you, for You have given us this meal to share, provided by the earth and prepared by human hands. Help us to remember those who cannot eat because of poverty or sickness. Let the brief hunger we feel this Lent make us hunger even more for justice. May this meal strengthen us to do Your will. Blessed be God forever.
Everyone who goes meatless on all Fridays in Lent will be included in a drawing for a chance to win a $100 Metropolitan Market Gift Card.
The Health Ministry also would like to suggest that each parishioner walk at least 1/3 mile each Friday or as often as possible during Lent to honor the distance Jesus walked on his journey to Calvary. Say the prayer below and reflect on it during the walks.
PRAYER DURING LENT
Heavenly Father,
As I enter another week of my Lenten Journey, guide me to the path that leads to you. Fill my heart with gratitude, patience, strength, and peace as I strive to become the best version of myself, honestly admitting my shortcomings
and sins.
As I renew my resolve each day to become a better person, let me hear your voice in the deepest reaches of my heart. Give me rest in you.
Help me to accept others, showing them your great love instead of casting judgment.
Stay with me through the busy days this week and remind me that when I need comfort, solitude, wisdom, or guidance, I can always turn to you.
Help me develop discipline and generosity through fasting and almsgiving, and come closer to your through prayer this Lent.
In your name, I pray. Amen
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MEATLESS FRIDAYS IN LENT RECIPE: Shepherd's Pie
Substitute vegetables for red meat and cauliflower puree for mashed potatoes and this traditional St. Patrick's Day dish is a delicious low-carb and low-calorie option for Lent.
Read more
www.bluezones.com
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—St. Patrick—
Funeral Mass
Mary Floreno
April 22 | 11 am
Funeral Mass
Geraldine Gunovich
May 13 | 11 am
—Holy Cross—
Funeral Mass
Dolores Grisaffe
March 16 | 11 am
Funeral Mass
Rosemarie Jackson
March 24 | 9 am
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Stephen Ministry
Are you going through a tough time – physically, emotionally, or spiritually?
Are you struggling with a personal crisis or challenge? Feeling isolated, lonely, or COVID weary?
Suffering is unavoidable, even when it is not your own, but carried in your heart for another. You may project an outward smile but wish you could lighten the load with someone who will listen, be trusted to maintain confidentiality, and walk with you as long as you need the support.
Loneliness is perhaps the most insidious and prevalent crisis in our time. You do not need to be alone in the struggle.
Consider letting a Stephen Minister help. We are available in person or virtually. A Stephen Minister is a member of our parish trained to listen, care, encourage, pray and walk alongside you during difficult times. It’s confidential and free!
Call Stephen Ministry at 253-383-2783 ext. 4109. You’ll receive a response within 48 hours. Please call 911 if it is an emergency.
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40 Days for Life Vigil
Participate in the largest internationally coordinated pro-life mobilization in history, helping people in local communities end the injustice of abortion through prayer, fasting, outreach, and peaceful vigils.
through April 10
8 am - 4 pm
except for Fridays
Public right-of-way outside of the
To sign up, email 40 Days for Life. Signing up is not necessary, but it is helpful. Learn more | Share
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Washington State Catholic Conference
WSCC's legislative priorities are based on the teachings of the Catholic faith and are the basis for WSCCs lobbying efforts. View most recent WSCC newsletter
The WSCC and Catholic advocacy partners are working to grow a state-wide legislative and policy advocacy network year-round.
Useful links during the session
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Men's Coffee & Scripture
All men are invited to join Fr. David Mulholland for a weekly Lectio Divina Scripture Reflection.
"Bring your bible, and I'll bring the coffee!" —Fr. David
Thursdays
6:30 am - 7:30 am
St. Patrick Catholic Church
Parish Center
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Unlocking the Mystery of the Bible
Many Catholics want to read the Bible because they know it is God’s Word, but they give up because it seems complicated. Unlocking the Mystery of the Bible helps you get the “big picture” by showing how fourteen narrative books of the Bible tell the complete story from Adam and Eve to Christ and the Church.
Wednesdays | 6:30 - 8:00 pm
through April 27
St. Patrick Catholic Church
Church Hall
If you loved Fr. Mike Schmitz's Bible in a Year, you'll enjoy how Unlocking the Mystery of the Bible presenter Jeff Cavins shows you how to read the Bible so that you can understand it. Both Jeff and Fr. Mike use the Great Adventure Bible Timeline aided by the unique color-coded Bible Timeline® Chart, which arranges the key people, places, and events of Scripture in chronological order.
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Holy Hour for Life
Join us for Adoration, prayer, and confessions.
Every 1st Friday
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Holy Cross Catholic Church
April 1, May 6, June 3, July 1, August 5, September 2, October 7, November 4, December 2
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Jesus Night
Jesus Night is designed to help youth and families grow in their love for the Eucharist.
Every 1st Wednesday
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Holy Cross Catholic Church
April 6, May 4, June 1, July 6, August 3, September 7, October 5, November 2, December 7
The evening consists of Eucharistic Adoration, silent prayer, praise and worship, talk, testimony, and reflection led by a priest or volunteer. The evening concludes with a social including refreshments and food.
All are welcome, especially middle school and high school youth, young adults, and families!
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Eucharistic Adoration
Rest in the presence of Jesus in the Eucharist! Sit with the Lord for Holy Hour. It'll change your life.
—Holy Cross Chapel—
Perpetual Adoration 24/7
Sign-ups are required. To sign up:
Jesus Night
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
every 1st Wednesday
Holy Hour for Life
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
every 1st Friday
—St. Patrick Catholic Church—
Mondays | 3:00 pm - 6:45 pm
View open hours and sign up. Sign-ups are not required but appreciated.
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Food Drive
The St. Leo Food Connection Backpack Program serves over 1200 students weekly at schools in Tacoma, Lakewood, and Puyallup.
This month we're collecting
single-serving size
DRIED FRUIT
Backpacks contain two days of easy to access food such as oatmeal packets, instant soups, fruits, and vegetables so that students can come to school nourished and ready to learn after the weekend.
Looking ahead, the following are needed, ideally in single-serving sizes:
- April | mac & cheese cups
- May | cereal
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June | fruit snacks
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Rite of Sending
Candidates and Candidates received the Rite of Sending on March 6. On March 12, they will be welcomed at the Rite of Election at St. Charles Borromeo Parish, Tacoma, WA, with the Bishop. At the Easter Vigil, they will be received fully into the Church. Keep Candidates and Catechumens in your prayers.
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Sacrament of Confirmation
The Sacrament of Confirmation for youth and adults will be celebrated at 5 pm on April 30, 2022, at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church.
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Aid the Church in Central & Eastern Europe
To help the people of Ukraine, the US Bishops are taking up a special collection for the Church in Central and Eastern Europe. Give generously to support those in need. Donate
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CRS Rice Bowl
Since 1943, Catholic Relief Services has been helping people. At first, it was humanitarian aid to World War II survivors in Europe. CRS helps more than 120 million people in 112 countries on five continents. Through the generosity of people just like you, we were able to help Brian and his family. The world has many problems. You are becoming part of the solution by donating to CRS Rice Bowl. Click on your parish giving link below and make your donation this Lent.
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Update Online Giving to Reflect Your Sacrificial Giving Pledge
Have you updated your offertory giving online to reflect your 2022 pledge for Sacrificial Giving? Click your parish DONATE button below to update your offertory giving amount, frequency, set your special collections, and holy day gifts!
Are you still using envelopes? Consider making the change to Online Giving this year. Click your parish DONATE button below to get started.
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Collection Update
Weekly Collection Needed $17,747
03/06/22 Collection $38,548
Needed Year to Date $636,044
Actual Year to Date $804,780
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Collection Update
Weekly Collection Needed $5,674
3/6/22 Collection $10,025
Needed Year to Date $204,237
Actual Year to Date $252,765
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Knights of Columbus # 809
Knight of the Month
Ed Hendricks
Family of the Month
Todd & Kim Ward
New Members
Fran Leskovar
Jeffery Finley II
March Newsletter
Meetings are held at 6:30 pm in the Church Hall at St. Patrick Catholic Church or virtually via Go to Meeting.
ROSARY
2nd Thursday of the month
OFFICER PLANNING MEETING
3rd Tuesday of the month
MEMBERSHIP MEETING & SOCIAL
4th Tuesday of the month
EVENTS
—at St. Patrick—
Pancake Breakfast
March 20 | after 9 am Mass
Stations of the Cross
March 25 | 7 pm
Lenten Fish Bake
April 8 | 5 pm - 7 pm
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Knights of Columbus #16667
The Knights are serving zeppoles, a traditional Italian St. Joseph's Day Pastry in addition to quiche Lorraine
hash browns, and fresh fruit.
St. Joseph's Day Breakfast
March 20 | 11 am
immediately after the 10 am Mass
Parish Hall
Tickets are available at the door for
$8/adult, $15/couple, $5/child
The month of March is dedicated to St. Joseph. The Solemnity is celebrated on March 19.
The Council meets on the second Wednesday of the month. Share
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Rummage Sale + Prep
Volunteers are needed to prep for upcoming rummage sales!
Tuesdays
10 am - 2 pm
Rummage Hall
Rummage Sale
10 am - 4 pm
June 3 & 4
September 9 & 10
December 2 & 3
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REACH 22 Field of Dreams Trailer
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REACH Auction 2022
Field of Dreams
Did you know that you can watch the REACH 2022 auction broadcast anywhere?
We'll be LIVE on March 12 at 7 pm from Cheney Stadium. It's FREE to sign up. Just register and bid on almost all the silent and live auction items from your couch.
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Classroom Experience Day
It's time to start planning for the 2022-2023 academic year! or
Live life as a Shamrock for a day with a classroom experience! Compete the Inquiry Form to schedule an Experience Day, a tour or to request more information.
We can't wait to show you around!
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Middle School Youth Group
Youth ministry is back, and we've added Jesus Night, an opportunity to participate as a family.
Middle School Youth Group
Tuesday, March 15 & 22
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church
Jesus Night
Wednesday, April 6
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Holy Cross Catholic Church
Middle School Youth Group
Tuesday, April 12 & 19
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church
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High School Youth Group
Youth ministry is back, and we've added Jesus Night, an opportunity to participate as a family.
High School Youth Group
Wednesday, March 16 & 23
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
St. Patrick Catholic Church
Jesus Night
Wednesday, April 6
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Holy Cross Catholic Church
High School Youth Group
Wednesday, April 13 & 20
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
St. Patrick Catholic Church
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Mass Consumption
for Young Adults
Mass Consumption just celebrated its 13th anniversary. Delve into the Word and faith share while we discuss the daily readings. All are welcome.
Mondays
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
St. Patrick Catholic Church
Parish Center
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St. Joseph Young Adults
A new group for Catholic young adults in their 20s and 30s to grow in knowledge and love of God and fellowship with each other.
Wednesdays
Mass | 6:30 pm
Meeting | 7:30 pm
Compline | 8:45 pm
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March 15 | 9 am
for the repose of the soul of
John Garcia
March 16 | 9 am
for the intentions of
James Wolter
March 17 | 9 am
for the intentions of
Samantha Wolter
March 18 | 9 am
for the repose of the soul of
Lawrence Merkle
March 19 | 5 pm
March 20 | 9 am 11 am 7 pm
for the people of the parish
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March 14 | 9 am
for the repose of the soul of
John Borgert
March 16 | 5 pm
for the repose of the soul of
Bill Sarno & Frances Holzemer
March 17 | 9 am
for the repose of the soul of
Joseph Hartmann
March 18 | 9 am
for the repose of the soul of
Eric Manley
March 19 | 5 pm
March 20 | 10 am
for the people of the parish
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We pray for our sick,
Kim Mackey, Dave Beardemphl, Doug Jones, Ann Kormos, Georgeann Cukjati, Molly Cleary, Ann Roberts, George Scorianchi, Bill Thornton, Barbara Hernandez, Carol Petrovich, Thomas Snead, and Kathy Charnota
We pray for our deceased,
Ron Thompson, Simi Leau, Rosemarie Jackson, John Petrovich, and Dolores Grisaffe
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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
St. 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 was highly recommended by Fr. David. Share
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Catechesis of the Good Shepherd (CGS) for ages 3-12
CGS is an approach to faith formation where children are formed in the Catholic faith in a sacred space called the ‘atrium.’
Focus on Psalm 23
We reflect with the children on the verses of Psalm 23 depending upon their age. For 3-6-year-old children, we may only begin with Psalm 23:1 and may add verses 2 and 3 for 4 and 5-year-olds. For 6-8-year-olds we may only reflect on Psalm 23:1-4 and for the 9-12-year-olds we will reflect upon the entire psalm 1-6.
Psalm 23: 1-2
The Lord is my Shepherd, I have everything I need.
In green pastures you let me graze;
to safe waters you lead me;
When one is entrusted to such a shepherd, then one can want for nothing. The shepherd provides everything for his sheep; for their eating and drinking and rest. “Waters are especially rare and precious in so arid a land as Israel; for the shepherd to procure water for his sheep is
something very great for Jewish listeners. (Ways to Nurture the Relationship with God by Sofia
Cavalletti, page 37)
To learn more about CGS at St. Patrick Catholic Church, visit the atrium, serve or train as a catechist, email Kim Ward, or call 253-274-4108.
Visit the national CGS Association website and the local consortium website, The Sheepfold, for more information about the CGS approach to faith formation.
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Don't be late for Mass. Daylight Saving Time begins at 2:00 am on Sunday, March 13, 2022, when the clocks “spring forward” one hour. Most smartphone clocks will automatically adjust if the phone’s software is up to date and the default settings have not been changed. |
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How to Reach Us
Our new phones are up and running. This is a new system for us. We appreciate your patience as we continue to refine the setup. You can contact us by sending an email to parish@saintpats.org or leaving a voicemail at 253-383-2783. Messages are checked daily and will be 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.
Statement on COVID-19
By the instruction of the Holy See and the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, using all current COVID-19 vaccines during this pandemic is morally acceptable. It is crucial for one’s health, but it is also our responsibility to care for the common good of the broader community, and getting a vaccine is one way to do so. Everyone age 5+ is eligible to receive the vaccine. Do so knowing that it is morally acceptable to receive whichever vaccine is offered.
Masks are optional as of March 12, 2022. A section for physically distanced seating is available. The obligation to attend Mass does not bind in impossible or gravely difficult situations. If you are ill or immunocompromised, stay home and join us on the live stream from St. Patrick Catholic Church on our parish YouTube Channel.
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