Parish Newsletter

St. Vincent de Paul Parish Newsletter

August 05, 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

Join us the first Wednesday of the Month at our 6pm Mass with anointing of the sick afterwards

Reconciliation Times

Saturdays from 3:30pm-4pm

New Time

Excerpt from Father Frank's Homily

What do you hunger for most in your life? Part 2

This weeks question was "What do you go to work for?" I will give you a hint, it's food - but not chocolate! To listen to Fr. Frank's full homily from last Sunday visit his webpage.

Visit Fr. Frank's Webpage

It is hard to go back to Church, especially if you are my 10-year-old son Vincent. It was Sunday morning and I told him to get ready for Church. “Are we going again” he asked? I explained to him that yes, we were going again, before Covid we went to mass every Sunday. He informed me emphatically that NO we did not go to mass every Sunday before Covid. I respond, “Yes we did. Put your shoes on. We are going.”

The Church is open. We want you to come to mass, and I don’t mean watch it, we want you to come and celebrate in person. You might be like Vincent and it's hard to come to mass. Let’s be honest watching mass in our pjs and drinking coffee is easy, some days I want to do that as well. Ryan, my husband, and I had some really honest conversations about coming back to mass. We had gotten out of the habit and it was easier to plan the weekend without mass then plan the weekend around mass. We love Jesus and his Church, we want our kids to love Jesus and his Church. If we want that for them, we need to take them to Church. So we are back to the Sunday morning routine of waking up, getting dressed, piling in the car and coming to Church. With five kids it is guaranteed that one will be mad about coming to Church. Most Sundays it is worth it.

I want to encourage all of you to come back to mass. Our Church needs you. We need you at mass. I have always said that our Church is beautiful because of you, you add the spark, the vibrancy, and when you are not here we miss it, we miss you. Make the commitment, come back. Let nothing stand in the way of that sacred hour you have with Jesus, nothing is sweeter or better. Don’t believe me, come back to Church for six weeks and see how God works in your life.

Believe me I know the challenge of coming to Church as a family. No matter how challenging we as parents have a responsibility to bring them to mass. If you need a good laugh read the chapter on taking kids to Church in Jim Gaffigan’s book, “Dad is Fat.”

If you can’t come because of illness or because you or a family member are immune compromised we understand and more importantly God understands. We will continue to live stream our 11:00 am mass for you. God knows your heart and your desire to be in his house. Come when it is safe.

Katie Goodson - Lay Ministry and Evangelization

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.

Bible Study Returns! Our study begins August 17^th, with two sessions on Tuesdays at 2:00 PM and 7:00 PM in the S. Narthex. We will begin a four-week study of the first letter of St. John to his community. Not the Gospel of John, but the first of his three letters will be the focus of our reflection. Light, love, and the truth are his principle themes. For more information or to register, please contact the parish office at 253-839-2320 or jsimpson@stvincentparish.org.

Is God calling you to take the next step of faith? Are you interested in becoming Catholic? If you are an adult who has never been baptized or, an adult who has been baptized in another Christian tradition, and would like to explore the next step, then consider yourself invited to participate in the RCIA, a process of initiation into the Catholic Church. You can learn more by contacting John Simpson,253-839-2320, ext. 209 or jsimpson@stvincentparish.org.

Baptism of young children at

St. Vincent parish

We celebrate baptisms of young children (0-6 years) five times each year at one of our weekend Masses. Parents/guardians are asked to participate in Baptism Preparation Classes to update their understanding of baptism, the important responsibilities of Christian parenting, and to learn more about the many ways our parish supports families. To schedule an initial interview and reserve a date for your child's baptism, or for more information, please contact John Simpson at jsimpson@stvincentparish.org or through the parish office at 253-839-2320.

Commonly Asked Questions:

Are there any requirements in order to have my child baptized at St. Vincent? Parents/Guardians are required to be a baptized Catholic and a registered parishioner for more than six months.

Who can be a godparent? Church law requires that there must be at least one qualified godparent for the child baptized. Godparents need to be active, practicing and confirmed Catholics at least 16 years in age. Godparents need to submit written proof of registration from their parish.

Can a non-Catholic be a godparent? No, only a Catholic can be a godparent because they are asked to promise to help support raising the child in the Catholic faith.

What if the godparents can't come to the actual celebration? You can have a proxy stand in for the godparent(s) if they live in another area, state or, are otherwise unavailable.

Can I schedule a private baptism? No, unless there is an exceptional circumstance. Baptism celebrates the initiation of the child into the parish community and it is very important that the community is present at the time of the celebration.

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, 9am to 1pm in the Church. Drop in or register.

The 2nd shot will be given on October 3rd from 9am to 1pm.

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.

August 8th

WATCH:

Edith Stein:

The Seventh Chamber

LEARN:

Formed Now:

Martyrs and Monastics

LISTEN:

15 Things to do in the midst of suffering By Jeff Cavins

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. - Position closes August 10th.

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 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.

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.