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St. Vincent de Paul Parish Newsletter
September 9, 2021
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New Sunday Mass Times:
Saturday - 5:00 PM (Vigil)
Sunday - 9:00 AM
11:00 AM (Live Streamed)
5:00 PM
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New Daily Mass Times:
Monday - 9:00 AM
Wednesday - 6:00 PM
Thursday - 9:00 AM
Friday - 9:00 AM
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Join us the first Wednesday of the Month at our 6pm Mass with anointing of the sick afterwards
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Reconciliation Times
Saturdays from 3:30pm-4pm
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Parish Office Hours beginning
September 13th
Monday thru Thursday 9:30 am - 3:00 pm
Friday 9:30 am - 12 noon
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A Message from your Parish Staff |
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An important paragraph was left out of Kim's message last week so we are rerunning her message to staff. |
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Have you ever wondered who makes the Sacrament prayer boards displayed in the Narthex during Lent? Or who made your Certificate for Confirmation and First Communion? Need proof of a Sacrament..who does that?! That would be me! My name is Kim Bowman and I am the Administrative Assistant providing support services for all of our religious education programs. I also manage our parish database system, keep the office stocked with necessary supplies, and many other duties as assigned. This will be my thirteenth year and I can wholeheartedly say that I love my work, and especially those I work with!
Many of you may not know me because my work typically keeps me behind the scenes with my desk literally sitting behind the cubicle walls you see behind Jennifer at our front desk. I may not have an actual office with a proper door…but shhhhhh…don’t tell my co-workers, my window by my desk has the very best view in the house!
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Soon I will emerge a bit from behind the scenes to assist with Grapevine and Sacrament Prep while Stephanie- who runs our children’s programs - is on maternity leave. I am looking forward to connecting with families and our amazing volunteers again!
Many blessings to you and I hope this note finds you and your families well.
-Kim Bowman, Administrative Assistant
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Facility Usage
We look forward to opening our facilities to all of our parish groups as we did pre-Covid. We have faith that this day will come soon. However, in the interest of keeping our parishioners safe during this latest surge of Covid-19, we are only scheduling space inside our campus buildings for staff directed faith formation ministry, liturgical ministry, and school related activities for the time being. Once we get past this surge, we will send a notice to all of our wonderful groups that have used our facilities in the past that we are able to resume scheduling. In the meantime, you are welcome to take advantage of the beautiful weather and enjoy finding spaces to meet outside after school hours. We are grateful for your support and understanding.
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We are celebrating a Mariana Island Mass with Fr. Jesse Reyes, from Saipan, on September 11th. The Mass will be celebrated in Chamorro with readings and songs in English, Carolinian and Chamorro.
Join us in welcoming our visiting priest on
Saturday, September 11th at 11:00 am
Masks are required
All are welcome!
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Did you know the St. Vincent de Paul Society gives food to at least
12 families a week?
The St. Vincent de Paul Society will be holding their annual Parish Food Drive the weekend of September 25th and 26th. Please continue to read the newsletter each week for more information about this Food Drive.
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Registration for Grapevine & Sacramental Prep is now open!!
Grapevine is our religious education ministry for grades 1st through 5th.
Sacramental Prep prepares children 7 years old and up for First Reconciliation and First Communion.
Classes begin in October!
Registration forms are at the Parish Office and can also be found in the Narthex of the church. Please turn in forms at the Parish Office.
Please register by Friday, September 17th!
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Great news, The Vincentians, our 55+ group, is going to start meeting in person. Join us September 14th at PowellsWood Garden for our first outing. We will tour the garden at 1pm and have tea and treats afterwards. The cost is $15. Please RSVP to the parish office. |
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Lets punch Covid 19
right out of our lives.
Get Vaccinated
St. Vincent de Paul Parish is having a pop up vaccination clinic September 12th, 10am to 1pm in the Church. Drop in or register.
The 2nd shot will be given on October 3rd from 9am to 1pm.
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September 12th
WATCH:
The Reluctant Saint:
The Story of St. Joseph of Cupertino
LEARN:
Bible Study:
Galatians
LISTEN:
Drawing Strength From Our Lady of Sorrows by Kimberly Hahn
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Pastoral Assistant to Youth Ministry – The Youth Minister is responsible for faith formation for grades 6th-12th . They coordinate Sacramental Prep for First Reconciliation, First Communion and Confirmation for this age group as well as religious ed. Religious education may include programs like Life Teen and Edge. A Youth Minister also coordinates Quinceaneras and extra curriculum activities such as Mission Trek.
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Volunteer Opportunities
This service that you perform is not only supplying the needs of the Lord’s people but is also overflowing in many expressions of thanks to God. - 2 Corinthians 9:12
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We would like to offer Sacramental Prep for First Reconciliation and First Communion this year in person. However, we need help to ensure our Catechists have the support they need to teach in a safe environment.
Volunteers will help with setting up the classroom, clean up, and provide any assistance the Catechists may need to conduct class smoothly and efficiently given any Covid guidelines. If you are interested in helping out this year please contact Stephanie Nguyen: snguyen@stvincentparish.org.
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Would you like to serve at Mass?
We are in need of Eucharistic Ministers, Master of Ceremony, Altar Servers (children/youth), Lectors, Ushers and Live Stream techs. If you would like to help in these ministries or any others, please contact Stephanie Nguyen: snguyen@stvincentparish.org.
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Ushers
- Welcome parishioners
- Seat parishioners
- Open and Close doors
- Assist with offering
- Guide Communion lines
Requirements:
Must be a registered parishioner.
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Live Stream Tech
Responsible for filming 11am Sunday Mass, will use OSB and Facebook.
No experience needed but a good eye and comfort around tech is preferred.
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Training will be provided |
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Prayers of
the Faithful
For those who are sick:
Zsaylah Buheybovan
For those who have died:
Martina Ogumoro Barcinas
Matt Dize, nephew of Mike Bonck and Maureen Larson
Virginia Viray Bancanto, mother of Jessica Bacanto
Patricia Hunt
Terry Wilbur
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Prepares has some specific needs: 18 Month Girl clothes/ 9 month Boy and Girl clothes/ 9-12 month Girl clothing. You’ll find some cute options in our Amazon wish list, click the link below. When you are ready to check out, you can select our PREPARES address at shipping. On the shipping page, you’ll see PREPARES Federal Way c/o Tammy Schaffer along with your other saved addresses.
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Sunday Giving:
Each of you should give what you have decided in your heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver.
- 2 Corinthians 9:7
Ways to give:
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Online - signup to give onetime, weekly or monthly, click the link on the below to sign up.
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Mail - you can mail your contribution to 30525 8th Ave S, Federal Way, WA 98003.
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Mass - We are passing the basket at Mass again!
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