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St. Vincent de Paul Parish Newsletter

July 22, 2021

New Sunday Mass Times:

Saturday - 5:00 PM (Vigil)

Sunday - 9:00 AM

11:00 AM (Live Streamed)

5:00 PM

New Daily Mass Times:

Monday - 9:00 AM

Wednesday - 6:00 PM

Thursday - 9:00 AM

Friday - 9:00 AM

Reconciliation Times

Saturdays from 3pm-4pm

Fr. Frank has a webpage where you can read his homilies! Check in often as he posts his homilies, videos and other tidbits to help you grow in your Catholic faith.

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Message from your Parish Staff

Many years ago when I applied for the job of Parish Administrator, a friend of mine who had worked in ministry for several years told me that parish work is great, but I should prepare to “have my eyes opened” – the implication being that it is not all incense and angels behind the scenes at your local church. Her warning turned out to be accurate, but in a different way than she intended.

I came to this job at a time when the parish was struggling financially from the effects of the recession and decreased contributions. Within the first few weeks I was here, a parishioner came into my office with a check for $40,000 from an IRA she had cashed in. She wanted to give it to the parish to help out.

Within the first month I was here, I was struggling to find volunteers to help with some of my new duties. A woman came in who had just retired, and was looking for something to do to help. She was willing to do anything and everything – and she did for several years, becoming a dear friend in the process.

As the years have passed I have had the privilege of observing how many of our faithful parishioners give of their treasure every week or every month – those on fixed incomes and those with large, growing families, who never miss a Sunday contribution. I am witness to the hundreds of volunteers who have graced us over the years with their time - in support of our liturgies, our religious ed programs, our school, our councils and commissions, our parish mailings, our events.

I am in awe of the people of this parish. The goodness, the commitment to their faith, the selflessness, the generosity. In a little over a month I will no longer be in a position to experience the “behind the scenes” of the parish as I retire from the job of Parish Administrator, a move that was planned before the pandemic, but was put on hold for more than a year. It’s a bittersweet transition. I am excited for a new phase, but sad to leave the beauty I’ve experienced in people here-parishioners and parish staff alike. Thank you to all who helped “open my eyes”. Your grace and kindness and GOODNESS will stay with me always.

-Tracey Rockwell

Programs and Events at St. Vincent's

Children Youth Adult

Religious Education Programs are being planned! Stay tuned for more information about Programs and Registration.

ARE YOU, or someone you know, INTERESTED IN BECOMING CATHOLIC? The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults, or RCIA, is a process of initiation into the Catholic Community of Faith. This is for adults who are seeking baptism in the Catholic Church or full communion with the Catholic tradition. It is a process which employs study of the Gospels, Catholic teaching, and Christian values. We also focus on the development and deepening of a life of prayer and involvement in the parish community. You can learn more by contacting John Simpson, 253-839-2320, ext. 209 or jsimpson@stvincentparish.org.

School is out for summer. That means it is time for Mothers and Others to start meeting at Penny’s Park, located behind the Parish School. We will meet every Thursday starting June 24 at 11am. Bring you children, snacks, bikes, and friends for a great time of friendship and fun. We will be there rain or shine so see you on Thursdays.

It's not to late to enroll your child for the 2021-2022 School Year. St. Vincent de Paul School is still enrolling new students. Call the office to schedule a tour. Register on our website, www.stvs.us, admissions.

July 25th

WATCH:

Saint Ignatius of Loyola:

Soldier for Christ

LEARN:

Formed Now!

Does Faith Take a Vacation

LISTEN:

Marriage and Family:

Love Unveiled

By: Dr. Scott Hahn

WATCH

LEARN

LISTEN

Job Openings

Pastoral Assistant for Administration - The PAA is the parish Business Manager and is responsible for parish and school accounting, finance, human resources, payroll, accounts payable, budgeting and Stewardship drives, and oversees the daily operations of grounds maintenance, janitorial, safety and security.

Administrative Assistant/Receptionist - Primary responsibilities: formulate and publish weekly newsletter, answer phones, provide appropriate assistance and referral to visitors, schedule parish facilities, create meeting schedules and event sign-ups, help with bulk mailings and all incoming and outgoing mail, fulfill requests for Sacrament certificates, and other related duties.

Click here for more information about these positions

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

We've added more Masses, now we need more volunteers. We are in need of Ushers, Eucharistic Ministers and Lectors at the 5pm Saturday Vigil and Lectors for the Thursday, 9am, Mass. If you would like to help at these Masses, or any others, please contact Stephanie and snguyen@stvincentparish.org.

Ushers

Welcome parishioners
Seat parishioners
Open and Close doors
Assist with offering
Guide Communion lines

Requirements:

Must be a registered parishioner.

Eucharistic Minister (EM)

Assist the presiding priest with offering Eucharist to parishioners

Requirements:

Must be a registered parishioner who has received the sacrament of Confirmation

Lector

Participate in the Entrance Procession
Proclaim God's Word (1st or 2nd Reading)
Prayers of the Faithful

Requirements:

Must be a registered parishioner who has received the sacrament of Confirmation

Training will be provided

Do you like doing laundry? Do you like spending time in the Church? Then I have the perfect job for you. The parish is looking for people to wash our holy linens. If you would like to help, please contact Katie in the office, kgoodson@stvincentparish.org.

One of our most important ministries is bringing communion to those who can’t come to Mass. We are in need of people to bring communion to the homebound and sick. If you would like to be a part of this ministry please contact Katie at kgoodson@stvincentparish.org.

Do you like to pray? Do you like quiet time? Do you like plants? If you answered yes to these questions then I have the perfect ministry for you. Watering our beautiful flowers and plants. If you would like to help care for our plants please let Katie know. kgoodson@stvincentparish.org

July 2021 Calendar

Other Events in the Archdiocese

Prayers of

the Faithful

For those who are sick:

For those who have died:

Kevin Cabrera, son of Daniel Cabrera

D.J. Mansanarez, Nephew of Vince and Bev Mansanarez

Alfonso Macalinao Navos, Father of Alfonso Navos

Christina Paz

John McMahon, husband of Joyce McMahon

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