OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE
CATHOLIC CHURCH
"GUAD SQUAD"
PARISH NEWSLETTER
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MASS SCHEDULE
WEEKDAY:
WEDNESDAY, THURSDAY & FRIDAY @ 9AM*
WEEKEND:
SATURDAY @ 5:30PM
SUNDAY @ 8:30 AM *
SUNDAY @11AM
* Livestreaming is available for those who are sick or homebound (or have other extenuating circumstances) for our weekday Masses and Sunday’s 8:30 AM Mass.
Eucharistic Exposition & Adoration takes place on the first Friday of each month after the 9:00 Daily Mass until 11:00 am
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A LETTER FROM FR. RYAN ABOUT FAITHFUL CITIZENSHIP
The US Bishops write, “In the Catholic tradition, responsible citizenship is a virtue, and participation in political life is a moral obligation… As Catholics, we should be guided more by our moral convictions than by our attachment to any political party or interest group…In today’s environment, Catholics may feel politically disenfranchised, sensing that no party and few candidates fully share our comprehensive commitment to human life and dignity. This should not discourage us. On the contrary, it makes our obligation to act all the more urgent!” To assist you in your discernment, we are sharing with you a letter written by Fr. Mike Ryan, Pastor at St. James Cathedral, that speaks to challenges we face as Catholics in this year’s election.
Click here to read the letter
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REMEMBERING OUR LOVED ONES WHO HAVE DIED ON
THE FEAST OF ALL SOULS
During the month of November, beginning with the Feast of All Souls, we remember all those who have died, including parishioners from this past year. You are invited to attend a special Mass on Saturday, November 2nd, 10:00 am at Our Lady of Guadalupe church as we pray in a special way for those who have gone before us and for us who mourn their loss. A small reception will be held afterwards. Please invite families and friends to join us.
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Children’s Liturgy of the Word begins this Sunday at the
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The delegates for the second session of the Synod Assembly are gathering in Rome. As they did last year, they will begin their time together with a retreat, led by Father Timothy Radcliffe, OP, before the synodal listening and reflection gets underway. Once again, our own Archbishop Etienne is a delegate to the Synod. He shared some reflections on this moment and what it means for the Church—and our local Church—HERE. The most authoritative source on happenings at the Synod is the official website, www.Synod.va . Let us to keep this effort, and the Synod delegates, in our prayers. Come, Holy Spirit! | |
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THIS WEEKEND we will celebrate World Mission Sunday. This is a unique opportunity for us to support the Church’s mission work in over 1,150 territories worldwide. Our prayers and contributions help build churches, train clergy, and provide essential services to those in need. Please consider how you can participate and give generously next week. Thank you."
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Children’s Faith Formation begins this Sunday at 9:45 in the School Hall (enter on 34th). Children meet in a large group and then age groups to learn, pray, and form community. | |
October is RESPECT LIFE MONTH! Each week this month, a page in the bulletin will explore different aspects of Church teaching on a variety of life issues: abortion, human trafficking, war, and euthanasia. You will find these inserts along with additional information on our website.
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UPDATE ON FR. KEVIN
We have good news to share! Fr. Kevin recently stopped by the Parish Office to say hi. He had a special medical procedure that helped to address many of his symptoms and he is feeling much better. He is very thankful for all your prayers. But he still has a ways to go in his recovery so he continues to ask you for your prayers. | |
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Help OLG participate in the West Seattle Community Garage Sale!
We plan to participate in the May 2025 sale by offering gently used CHILDREN’S GOODS. We are currently accepting donations of children’s clothing, shoes, accessories, toys, books, sporting equipment, etc… We are looking for items suitable for newborn-17 years old. Items can be brought to the Pastoral Center. We have a Dry Box on the back parking lot where we will store items. And VOLUNTEERS are needed immediately to help with donations and planning. School families: come and get volunteer hours planning for this fun fundraiser for our community. With questions, please contact: Sarah Riggio at sarahr@olgseattle.org or Molly Berger at mollyb@olgseattle.org.
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This month’s topic: “DEPRESSION: FINDING LIGHT IN THE DARKNESS”. Each month, our parish provides a monthly e-newsletter, "Catholic Update", which explores a key aspect of our Catholic faith or a current topic of importance to Catholics.
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OLG SPOOKY SEASON YOUTH NIGHT
All 7-8th graders and high school students are invited to come and bring a friend on Friday, October 18th, from 7-9pm in the darkness of the Juan Diego Room to hear scary stories, play Halloween-themed games, and eat Fall foods. We promise a THRILLER of a night. This event is being co-hosted by OLG YOUNG ADULTS. RSVPS greatly encouraged to sarahr@olgseattle.org
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Standing with the Marginalized: The Church as Field Hospital Develop the Practice of Missionary Discipleship
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 19TH
9AM - 1PM
Walmesley Center Stage
Explore a spirituality of “going out” beyond our comfort zones such that we experience mutual transformation and kinship with God’s beloved. Joe Cotton, Executive Director of the Office of the Vicar, will be leading this retreat using the Maryknoll 3-Step Process of Missionary We are hosting a Chancery-led missionary discipleship retreat, rooted in a curriculum developed by Maryknoll. This four-hour retreat invites you to learn and embrace a field hospital model of Church engagement on the margins
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1st Annual Chili Cook-Off
- a Westside Interfaith Network (WIN) fundraiser -
Sample different chillis, along with delicious cornbread, salads, wine, beer and a Dessert Dash! Tickets are $15 (all you can eat!). Funds will be used to support the Welcome Table, a weekly Saturday luncheon and food bank at Body of Christ Church in White Center. Welcome Table is one of OLG’s outreach efforts, hosting the Saturday luncheon four times a year and providing essential needs to their food bank and hygiene stations. Please join the fun!
When: Oct 19th, 6pm
Where: St John's the Baptist Episcopal Church
Tickets can be purchased: https://secure.myvanco.com/L-ZM9Y/campaign/C-153VN
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KNITTERS, CROCHETERS, and SEWISTS
Please bring your handmade hats, scarves, mittens, prayer shawls, and ditty bags to be blessed on October 27th during the 11 AM Mass. Once blessed, these items will go to our neighbors in need via the Welcome table, in our Care Kits, and the Riverton Park ministry; to the Seafarers' Center as gifts to the hard working sailors; and as comfort to those in need at Providence Mt. St. Vincent. Please contact Velma Jones at velmaj@olgseattle.org if you have any questions. Thank you! Your hard work is appreciated!
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Hey Seniors!
Come join us for a
Halloween Potluck with the Funsters
Bring your favorite dish and scariest face!
When: Thursday, October 31st
Time: Mix and mingle from 11:30 am to Noon
Potluck begins at Noon.
Location: Our Lady of Guadalupe – Walmesley Stage area.
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A PARISH WITH OPEN ARMS & CARING HEARTS
Where Everyone is welcome!
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