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. |
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FEAST OF ALL SAINTS
The Feast of All Saints is next Tuesday, November 1st. It is a holy day of obligation and masses will be celebrated at 9:00 am with our “little saints” from the 3rd grade class at our school, and at 7:00 pm.
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REMEMBERING THOSE WHO HAVE DIED
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. We invite you to bring a picture of your loved one and place it on the Memorial Table near our All Souls Banners. You can also write their names in our special Book of Prayer. We will keep all of them in our prayers. Eternal rest grant unto them O Lord. And let perpetual light shine upon them. Amen.
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ADORATION AND PRAYER
Parishioners are invited to come to the church and pray in our new Blessed Sacrament Chapel during the week. Just come by the Parish Office to get a key or call the Office and we can arrange to meet you there and let you in. We wish we could keep the church unlocked but we can’t due to security.
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The seed that stays: The parable of the sower and the seeds. (Matthew 13:3-23). The seed that falls on fertile soil stays and grows and produces fruit. As parents and guardians, it is our role to tend to the soil for the seeds of faith to grow in our children. We do this by our example, our guidance, and our sharing our faith. Our Family Faith Formation programs are here to help.
Children’s Faith Formation and Sacrament Prep Sunday small groups are underway. New children are always welcome. Contact Molly Berger [email protected]
Family Faith Sunday: Sunday November 6 from 9:30-10:45. This is a wonderful opportunity to share your faith as a family. The November theme is Standing with Us: Saints and saints. We know of many canonized Saints. What qualities do we see in those Saints and their stories? Where do we see saints every day who also have those qualities? Even though some of us are “saints with tipped halos,” how do we grow in those qualities ourselves and in our families?
We are excited to bring back the Family Center in the vestibule of the church. You will find Mass bags for young children with activities for Mass. Children’s books, articles for parents, Reflecting on the Word as a Family handouts, a place for children to share their “Pew Art” and more! Be sure to check it out!
Reflecting on the Word as a Family! Taking time to reflect on the Sunday readings as a family is a way to bring the Liturgy into our daily lives. Click on the Child and Family Faith Formation Link under Faith Formation on our website to find the weekly guide sharing.
Our Family Faith Programs are designed to evolve and grow with the needs of our families. Please email Molly Berger with ideas or suggestions. [email protected]
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UPDATE ON COVID PRECAUTIONS IN THE CHURCH
As we move from COVID being a pandemic to endemic, we, in consultation with the Archdiocese, continue to update our COVID protocols. We are returning to keeping the church doors closed. The church’s ventilation and heating system is supplied by two 36 inch turban fans that allow for a change of air approximately every 8 minutes! This allows the exchange of air to be approximately 60% return air and 40% fresh air. We are very fortunate to be able to control the air in this way. We will keep the fresh air at 40% for the foreseeable future. (Note: All of the air goes through a MERV 13 filtration.) In addition, we will continue to keep one section of the church reserved that requires people to wear masks. Thank you for everyone’s cooperation.
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PLEASE NOTE: DO NOT respond to an email that looks like it is from Fr. Kevin asking if you are available today. It is a scam, phishing for you to send gift cards. DO NOT respond and DO NOT send gift cards! |
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REMEMBER TO VOTE… BE A FAITHFUL CITIZEN |
"We need to participate for the common good. Sometimes we hear: a good Catholic is not interested in politics. This is not true: good Catholics immerse themselves in politics by offering the best of themselves so that the leader can govern." (Pope Francis) Visit our website to explore how you can love your neighbors by advocating as a faithful citizen on behalf of those who are poor and vulnerable.
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HALLOWEEN CARNIVAL!
October 29th 4:00-7:00 pm
Get excited for all your favorites: bounce house, obstacle course, cake walk, carnival games, DJ, airbrush face painting, balloon twisters, trunk-or-treat, and more!
Plan on having your dinner at the Halloween Carnival! OLG 8th graders will be selling HOT DOGS, CHILI, BAKED POTATOES, popcorn, beverages, and treats to raise funds for their graduation gift to the school. New this year, COTTON CANDY and CHURROS!! Help support 8th grade’s fundraising efforts for their service project and check-off tonight’s dinner plans!
Click here for more information,
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OLG SENIORS HALLOWEEN POTLUCK
Attention all past and future “Funsters”! Please come and enjoy a casual potluck luncheon with our revitalized social activity senior group for our traditional Halloween Potluck Lunch on Monday, October 31st, 11:30 am-1:00 pm in the Walmsley Center. Wear a costume and bring a table decoration if you wish. Also bring a dish to share along with ideas and thoughts on activities for future planning. Hope to see all old and new trick or treaters! For more information, contact Dave Hill, 206-683-0876 or Paul Morel, 206-409-3142.
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OPPORTUNITIES TO SUPPORT OLG MINISTRIES |
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Holiday Fair Trade Gift Fair
The Holiday Fair Trade Gift Fair returns to the Walmesley Center, the weekend of November 19-20! We are excited to host this in person event after a two-year hiatus where we switched the sale online. The OLG Holiday Gift Fair featuring Ethically Sourced Food & Gifts will have unique gift items, including Advent calendars, nativities, ornaments, holiday and home décor, jewelry, cozy socks, spices, coffee, chocolates and much more. Ethical Trade seeks to change the ways conventional trade often leaves behind the most vulnerable people. By buying Ethical Trade, you support the efforts of skilled farmers and artisans, empower communities, and affirm the dignity of the workers. Proceeds go to Catholic Relief Services and OLG’s global solidarity efforts.
If you would like to volunteer and help set up the fair, or to help during the sale or cashier, call Kelley 206-935-0358 x.104, or email [email protected].
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We are back - in person - for Uncle Paulie's Spaghetti & Meatballs and Silvia's Cannoli!
Join us for an evening of great food, dancing and the opportunity to win one of the amazing raffle prizes.
November 5th, 2022 - from 6pm to 10pm.
Doors open at 6pm. Dinner served at 6.30pm. Dancing from 8pm to 10pm. Your $60 ticket includes appetizers, dinner, dessert, 5 Raffle tickets and all beverages. Tickets on sale now here
All profits from the Italian Dinner support OLG's CYO Athletic Program
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PART-TIME JOB OPPORTUNITY Little Lamb Teachers/Care Givers for our very young children (6 months- 3 years) during the 11:00 am Masses. (Note: This is a stipend position and requires Safe Environment Training). Contact Helen Oesterle for more information.
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STILL NEED CAMERA OPERATORS FOR DAILY AND WEEKEND MASSES
If you are high school or older, you are invited to help us livestream our masses, particularly for persons who are sick and/or homebound. All training provided—it is simpler than you think? Contact Helen, [email protected]
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A PARISH WITH OPEN ARMS & CARING HEARTS
Where Everyone is welcome!
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