Mass Schedule
Weekday Livestream - Wednesday, Thursday, Friday @ 9:00am
Public Mass - Saturday @ 5:30pm
Livestream - Sunday @ 10:00am
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PRAYING THE STATIONS
The Stations of the Cross are a 14-step Catholic devotion that commemorates Jesus’ passion and death. There are many different ways to pray the stations, some of which will be livestreamed on Tuesdays, starting February 23rd, 3:00 PM and Good Friday, 3:00 PM. Led by Marion and Helen, there will be different versions each week.
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TRAVELING THE LENTEN PATH TOGETHER: EVENINGS OF WORD
& SONG
Thursdays of Lent beginning February 25th, 7:00-7:30 PM (live stream) Join us for a quiet evening of music and reflections from fellow parishioners as we journey through Lent together. “My Lord God…I know that if I do this you will lead me by the right road, though I may know nothing about it.”
(Thomas Merton)
LENTEN PRAYER FOR THE ENVIRONMENT
In his encyclical Laudato Si, Pope Francis has called upon us to do our best to care for all of God’s creation. Please consider incorporating the Environmental Stations of the Cross, prepared by the HR-OLG Care for Creation Ministry, into your Lenten prayer this year as a way to help get ready for Holy Week, Easter and a short time later, Earth Day. The stations can be found
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CATHOLIC RELIEF SERVICES RICE BOWL MEATLESS MEAL KITS & PRESENTATION
With our Fish Fry Fridays and Rice Bowl Simple Suppers on hold this year, we need to find creative ways to gather! We invite all to order a meatless meal kit to cook on Friday, March 19th and to join us online at 6pm for a shared dinner and presentation by Cecilia Suarez, head of CRS’s Mexico Office. The kits (similar to Blue Apron or Hello Fresh) will include the ingredients you need to make the Timor-Leste Rice Bowl recipe and will be available for pickup at OLG on Sunday, March 14 from 1-3pm For a suggested donation of $20. Cook the meal at home then join us online to learn more about Catholic Relief Services, how they are responding to COVID-19 and how your Rice Bowl donations change lives around the world! To order a kit and/or RSVP for the presentation, contact Jennifer by Monday, March 7th & Monday, March 14, respectively.
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THE CATHOLIC HOME MISSION COLLECTION IS FEBRUARY 20-21
What Is a Home Mission Diocese?
Home mission dioceses are those Catholic dioceses in the United States, its territories, and former territories that cannot provide basic pastoral services without outside
help. Basic pastoral services include Mass, the sacraments, religious education, and ministry training for priests, deacons,
religious sisters, and laypeople. Right now, over 40% of dioceses in the United States and its territories are considered home missions.
For more information or to donate click HERE!
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RICE BOWLS AND THE “LITTLE BLACK PRAYER BOOKS”
They are being mailed to all registered parishioners. If you are not registered but would like them, please come by the parish office. Supplies are limited. If you would like to help the parish with the cost of the booklets and the postage to mail them, you can add to your online donation, mail or drop off your donation at the Parish Office. This will help us keep our budget on track. If you have not received your booklet please contact the parish office
206-935-0358
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POPE FRANCIS ISSUED HIS 3RD ENCYCLlCAL ENTITLED FRATELLI TUTTI
He challenges and inspires the faithful to respond "with a new vision of fraternity and social friendship that will not remain at the level of word." While we encourage all to read the full encyclical, each week we will highlight key quotes to give you a sense of the spirit of the encyclical. In addition, you can find more information on our website
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THE ANNUAL FREE THROW SHOOTING CHAMPIONSHIP
Sunday, February 21st in the Walmesley Center parking lot. To help with distancing, shooters with last names A-L are requested to arrive at 1pm and M-Z at
130 pm. The contest is open to boys and girls age 9 through 14 (age as of 1/1/2021). Public health guidelines will be followed to make this a fun and safe experience for the community. Masks are mandatory for all participants and social distancing guidelines will be followed. Anyone with symptoms or an exposure to someone with COVID19 should not come to the event. Shooters are encouraged to bring their own basketball and rebounder (parent, sibling, etc.) Sanitized basketballs and volunteer rebounders will be available for those who do not bring their own. It is not necessary to preregister, sign ups will happen at the contest. If the contest is postponed due to weather, the make up date will be Sunday February 28th.
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KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS FREE WEBINAR
Joe Jordan presents - Building Intergenerational Wealth
Saturday, 2/27/2021 at 11:00 AM PST
Please join us for an informative presentation by inspirational speaker and behavioral finance expert Joe Jordan. Joe will discuss “Building Intergenerational Wealth,” including how to plan for your financial future and a secure retirement. Joe believes in the mission of the Knights to protect families by providing economic security and stability. Only by helping others can we truly “Live a Significant Life.” To see some of the topics Joe will cover click HERE!
His talk will give you new insights into your financial affairs without losing sight of your faith and values. Click HERE to see Joe’s special message to the Knights.
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LENTEN EVENING OF REFLECTION FOR FAMILIES
All 7th-12th graders and their families are invited to a Lenten Evening of Reflection with other families from OLG and Holy Rosary on Zoom on Thursday, February 25 from 6:30-7:30pm. OLG will provide weekly Lenten reflections to our families to use at home. Join us early in Lent to do one together. We will read the upcoming Sunday’s Gospel, spend some quiet time reflecting, then share both in our family and in small groups with other families. Register on our website by Monday, February 22nd. Contact Jennifer for information.
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CATHOLIC ADVOCAC DAY: CATHOLICS FOR EQUITY & LIFE
Catholic Advocacy Day is going virtual this year and will be held on Tuesday, March 23rd from 8am-4pm. In this time of COVID and the call for economic and racial equity, join with Catholic parishes and organizations in a day of advocacy for a society in which all people and the Earth can thrive. The day will include Mass, a State Government speaker, briefings on issues, legislative Zoom meetings by District, and a social media campaign. Participate in all or some of the day’s activities as your schedule allows. Register by March 9th if you want to be part of legislator meetings. |
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CONGRATULATIONS & GOD’S BLESSINGS to Oliver Miles Wilfredo Fletcher Tayag and Bodhi Maverick Gilligan who were recently baptized; and to the following confirmandi who were recently confirmed by Bishop Mueggenborg: Liam John Baier, Madeleine Lim Bascao, Matthew Lim Bascao, Nicholas Edward Behrens, Isabela Justina Belleza Capestany, Sofia Alicia Belleza Capestany, Joshua Abraham Fitton, Maiya Alohi Lani Encarnacion Gonzales, Noah Alaka’i Encarnacion Gonzales, Nyima Malie Encarnacion Gonzales, Mary Catharine Hart, Alice Elizabeth Herron, Zystyn Dominique Paglinawan Lazarte, Jun Celvin Alfonso Malit, Maria Christine Pedras, Gabrielle Leigh Smith, Lucia Simone Trius, Stella Esther Trius, Estella Grace Turla, Jacob Nelson Turla
REST IN PEACE We remember Ron Moore who recently passed away. Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon him.
HIGH POINT MOSQUE COMMUNITY is very grateful for the generous donation from our parish. We collected over $2200 from parishioners along with the parish donating another $1000 from our In-Parish Help Fund. This will help immensely with their financial situation. In addition, we recently found out that they need help in becoming a 501.3c non-profit, which would enable them to qualify for additional grants and financial support. If you can help with this effort, please contact Helen
ATTENTION ALL SENIORS NEEDING ASSISTANCE SCHEDULING COVID VACCINATIONS! Volunteers are on hand if you are needing assistance scheduling your COVD vaccinations. Please call the parish office and contact Marion Kari at 206 935-0358 as some volunteers have indicated that they will provide support and assistance. You can also email Marion
OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE GIRLSCOUT TROOP 45305 is busy earning badges, giving back, and leading the way in 2020-2021! They have collected food and paper grocery bags for our local food bank. They got to meet National Guard men and women when they dropped off donations there - so cool! The girls, in grades 2-7, have earned badges in pet care, bugs, trees, CPR, healthy friendships, flag etiquette, dance, eco camping, animal habitats, helping homeless, automotive design, and many more! They hope to use the cookie sale earnings to do more hiking and maybe even go camping as the weather and pandemic improves. They are staying safe and selling the cookies via orders only this year. Deliveries begin 2/20 and run through 3/20.To support our Girl Scouts order HERE!
To have one of our Girl Scouts provide FREE contactless delivery to your porch, you can EMAIL
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A REMINDER TO ONLINE GIVERS |
A friendly reminder that the 2021 stewardship “rollover” process only applied to OLG parish internal records. We did not update or make changes to the online payment processing portal. Please take a moment to login here and verify the following:
- Credit or debit card information is up to date.
- Reoccurring transaction information is accurate (amount, draw date, end date, etc.)
We thank you for giving online! The regularity of your giving helps the parish immensely.
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Blessings to each of you! |
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